Jio Platforms Ltd, a leading Indian telecommunications company, has partnered with SpaceX, the American aerospace manufacturer, to introduce Starlink's satellite-powered broadband internet services to India. This collaboration marks a significant step towards bridging the digital divide and expanding high-speed internet access across the country.
The National Statistics Office, under the direction of the Ministry of Railways, will conduct the National Household Travel Survey (NHTS) to understand travel patterns and choices of Indians. The survey will collect data on daily travel within the country, providing insights into who travels, when, why, where, and how they travel.
N.R. Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, criticized India's growing dependency on freebies, emphasizing that poverty should be tackled by creating jobs through innovative enterprises. Murthy further argued for government aid to include accountability measures, while cautioning against superficial use of artificial intelligence as a gimmick.
A Swiggy customer claims a delivery partner took off with his samosas, sharing a screenshot of his conversation with customer support on Reddit, which went viral. Swiggy refunded the order and provided compensation, while online users joked, sympathized, and suggested improvements in delivery protocols.
A humorous viral image offering a fictional Bengaluru tourism package highlighting infamous traffic congestion areas generated mixed reactions online, including criticism and support. Prominent figure Mohandas Pai used this opportunity to stress the need for infrastructural improvements, prompting further discussions on practical traffic solutions.