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    Both engines lost power mid-air due to sudden fuel cutoff — as revealed in the preliminary investigation report released by AAIB.

    Air India AI 171 Crash: Both Engines Lost Power, Fuel Cutoff Switches Mysteriously Shifted Mid-Air

    Delhi to Replace Pink Tickets with Saheli Smart Cards for Free Bus Travel

    Delhi to Replace Pink Tickets with Saheli Smart Cards for Free Bus Travel

    Neev II Fund Invests in RETAS Enviro Solutions to Boost India’s Water Sustainability Efforts

    Neev II Fund Invests in RETAS Enviro Solutions to Boost India’s Water Sustainability Efforts

    RECPDCL Signs Key Agreements for 33.26 Lakh Smart Prepaid Meters in Gujarat

    RECPDCL Signs Key Agreements for 33.26 Lakh Smart Prepaid Meters in Gujarat

    Nizamudeen. A, IAS, discusses the Susthira Thrithala project, a pioneering model in Kerala for sustainable water and land management, showcasing integrated solutions for groundwater, agriculture and community development.

    ‘Susthira Thrithala Integrated a Range of Context-Specific SDG Policy Interventions’: Nizamudeen. A, IAS, Mission Director, MGNREGS & DG, KILA

    Sipan Kumar Garg Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Finance) of SJVN

    Sipan Kumar Garg Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Finance) of SJVN

    IPS Sonali Mishra Set to Take Charge as First Woman DG of Railway Protection Force

    IPS Sonali Mishra Set to Take Charge as First Woman DG of Railway Protection Force

    Rajasthan to Hire 1,947 Technicians to Address Power Sector Staff Shortage

    Rajasthan to Hire 1,947 Technicians to Address Power Sector Staff Shortage

    Karnataka Govt Announces Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle; IAS V. Anbukumar Made Chief Electoral Officer

    Karnataka Govt Announces Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle; IAS V. Anbukumar Made Chief Electoral Officer

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    BFI Launches ‘Interconnect’ Platform to Accelerate Biomedical Innovation in India

    BFI Launches ‘Interconnect’ Platform to Accelerate Biomedical Innovation in India

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Arunachal Launches Drone Port to Boost Emergency Medical Delivery

    CarePay Rolls Out AI-Backed EMI Platform to Address Gaps in Medical Financing

    CarePay Rolls Out AI-Backed EMI Platform to Address Gaps in Medical Financing

    Mizoram has launched the e-Office system across all 41 secretariat departments and the CM's Office, enhancing digital governance and streamlining processes.

    Star Health Partners with Medi Assist to Transform Claims Management with AI-Powered Platform

    Amazon India has launched 'Amazon Diagnostics' in partnership with Orange Health Labs, entering the at-home diagnostics segment in Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

    Amazon Enters At-Home Diagnostics Space in India Through Tie-Up with Orange Health

    West Bengal plans to launch "Smart OPDs" in government hospitals, starting with 75 secondary-level facilities.

    West Bengal to Start Smart OPDs in All Secondary Level Hospitals Across the State

    India partners with WHO to integrate traditional Ayush medicine practices like Ayurveda and Yoga into the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI), standardising global recognition and enabling broader integration into healthcare systems and insurance frameworks.

    India and WHO collaborate on Global Ayush Treatment Classification

    Tata Elxsi Collaborates with ECOSEP to Develop AI Tools for Sports Medicine

    Tata Elxsi Collaborates with ECOSEP to Develop AI Tools for Sports Medicine

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    DTU Plans Research Park, Expands Digital Education to Boost Industry-Academia Linkages

    DTU Plans Research Park, Expands Digital Education to Boost Industry-Academia Linkages

    BML Munjal University Partners with UC San Diego to Launch Global Academic Programmes

    BML Munjal University Partners with UC San Diego to Launch Global Academic Programmes

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    Dr. Caroline Levander, VP-Global Strategy, Rice University

    ‘Rice University will be One of the First to Offer a Dedicated Undergraduate Degree in AI’: Dr. Caroline Levander, VP- Global Strategy, Rice University

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    West Bengal Launches AI-Driven Smart Classroom Learning Project in 10 Schools

    CBSE has partnered with Arunachal SCERT to open a sub-regional office in Itanagar, starting the academic year 2025-26.

    CBSE Sets Up Sub-Regional Office in Itanagar to Bolster Arunachal’s Educational Infrastructure

    Medicaps University Unveils MII Foundation to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    Medicaps University Unveils MII Foundation to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    CBSE will implement a two-exam system for Class 10 from 2025–26, with a mandatory February exam and an optional May attempt for improvement or compartment.

    CBSE Makes February Board Exam Mandatory for Class 10 from 2026, Second Attempt Optional for Limited Subjects

    Madhya Pradesh mandates digital attendance for all government school teachers via the 'Humare Shikshak' platform from 1 July.

    Madhya Pradesh Makes E-Attendance Mandatory for Govt School Teachers from 1 July

    Tripura has officially become India's third fully literate state, following Mizoram and Goa, with a functional literacy rate of 95.6% in FY 2024-25.

    Tripura Becomes Third Indian State to be 100% Literate

    IIIT Hyderabad's Smart City Research Centre and KIET have partnered via an MoU to establish a Smart City Living Lab on the KIET campus, extending its reach to Kakinada Smart City.

    IIIT Hyderabad, KIET Ink MoU for Smart City Living Lab, Kakinada Testbed

    Tripura's Tribal Welfare Department launched smart classrooms in 33 tribal hostels, benefiting 7000 students.

    Tripura Launches Smart Classrooms in 33 Tribal Hostels for Remote Learning

    Professor Suman Chakraborty, from IIT Kharagpur's mechanical engineering department, has been appointed as the institute's new full-term director.

    Prof Suman Chakraborty Appointed as IIT Kharagpur Director

    In QS World University Rankings 2026, a record 54 Indian institutions featured, including IIT Delhi (123rd - enters the top 125) and IIT Madras (180th - breaks into the top 200 for the first time).

    IIT Delhi, IIT Madras Shine in QS World University Rankings 2026

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    West Bengal College Admission Portal Deploys AI Chatbot ‘Bina’

    IIT Kharagpur's IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter and IEEE Kharagpur Section launched a free online Summer Internship Programme 2025. Open to UG/PG students nationwide, it offers 2-3 months of mentorship and project experience in AI/ML, Cloud-Edge Computing, Generative AI, and more. Application deadline: 21 June.

    IIT Kharagpur Launches AI-Focused Online Summer Internship 2025 for Tech Students Nationwide

    Amid Operation Sindoor, India faced a surge in cyberattacks targeting power grids, defence PSUs, and educational institutions. With 8,487 weekly attacks on education alone, the nation battles escalating threats from global hacktivists.

    Cyberattacks Surge Amid Operation Sindoor, Check Point Finds Education Sector Emerges as Key Target

    Kolkata's Asutosh College introduces 25 new skill-oriented certificate courses this academic year, designed for industry relevance.

    Kolkata’s Asutosh College Launches 25 Skill-Oriented Certificate Courses to Cater to Industry

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    Federal Bank Elevates V. Venkateswaran as Executive Director

    Federal Bank Elevates Venkatraman Venkateswaran as Executive Director

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Post Offices to Accept UPI Payments Nationwide by August 2025

    RBI Eases KYC Norms to Improve Access for First-Time Bank Users

    RBI Eases KYC Norms to Improve Access for First-Time Bank Users

    SBI Mutual Fund Deploys AI Chatbot on WhatsApp to Ease Mutual Fund Services

    SBI Mutual Fund Deploys AI Chatbot on WhatsApp to Ease Mutual Fund Services

    J&K Bank Appoints Ketan Kumar Joshi as New CFO for Three-Year Term

    J&K Bank Appoints Ketan Kumar Joshi as New CFO for Three-Year Term

    Stox AI Ties Up with BSE to Deliver Real-Time Market Announcements to WhatsApp Users

    Stox AI Ties Up with BSE to Deliver Real-Time Market Announcements to WhatsApp Users

    Mizoram has launched the e-Office system across all 41 secretariat departments and the CM's Office, enhancing digital governance and streamlining processes.

    Star Health Partners with Medi Assist to Transform Claims Management with AI-Powered Platform

    SEBI has approved new delisting norms for PSUs with over 90% government/PSU shareholding, introducing a fixed-price exit route and easing procedural hurdles.

    SEBI Eases Delisting Process for Select PSUs with Over 90% Government Stake

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    Flipkart Offers Up to $500K Funding in Fourth Edition of Startup Accelerator Program

    Flipkart Offers Up to $500K Funding in Fourth Edition of Startup Accelerator Program

    Airtel Expands Fixed Wireless Access Rollout in India with Ericsson's Support

    Airtel Expands Fixed Wireless Access Rollout in India with Ericsson’s Support

    India's telecom industry saw robust growth in FY25, driven by July 2024 tariff hikes. ARPU surged 16.89% to Rs 174.46, boosting revenues by 15.49%.

    Indian Telecom Sector Posts Witnesses Strong Growth in FY25 on Back of Tariff Hikes: TRAI

    Tata Technologies, Emerson Join Hands to Develop Advanced Testing Solutions for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

    Tata Technologies, Emerson Join Hands to Develop Advanced Testing Solutions for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    Karnataka and Berlin forge a landmark MoU to boost cross-border innovation, strengthening the Indo-German partnership, offering transformative opportunities for startups, researchers and tech enterprises.

    Karnataka and Berlin Sign Landmark MoU to Boost Cross-Border Innovation Ecosystem

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Maharashtra Clears Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Investment Proposals, Focus on High-Tech Industries and Job Creation

    Maharashtra Clears Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Investment Proposals, Focus on High-Tech Industries and Job Creation

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    In a landmark ruling on June 25, the Delhi High Court declared that companies cannot enforce post-employment non-compete clauses, affirming an employee's right to change jobs and work with former customers or colleagues, aligning with Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act.

    Delhi High Court Upholds Employee’s Right to Career Freedom

    Sat Pal Bhanoo has been appointed the MD & CEO of LIC by the central government, taking over from Siddhartha Mohanty.

    Sat Pal Bhanoo to Lead LIC with Additional Role of MD and CEO

    TN Govt Inks MoU with Banks to Offer Free Insurance to State Employees

    TN Govt Inks MoU with Banks to Offer Free Insurance to State Employees

    Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assures Mohalla Clinic staff of no job cuts amidst healthcare revamp, directly refuting AAP's claims of layoffs.

    No Job Cuts for Delhi Mohalla Clinic Staff in Revamp Plan: CM Rekha Gupta

    India launches Skill India Assistant (SIA), an AI-powered digital skilling tool developed by MSDE and Meta using Llama models. Accessible on WhatsApp, SIA offers skilling courses, training centres, and job opportunities.

    Skill India Partners with Meta to Launch Llama-Powered Skill India Assistant

    The Centre has approved the appointment of Ratnakar Patnaik and Dinesh Pant as Managing Directors of LIC, effective June 1, 2025, replacing outgoing MDs Jagannath Mukkavilli and Tablesh Pandey.

    LIC Strengthens Leadership with Two New Managing Directors

    NSDC International to Train 100,000 Caregivers for Global Healthcare Sector

    NSDC International to Train One Lakh Caregivers for Global Healthcare Sector

    EPFO Introduces Two Major Reforms to Simplify and Speed Up Claim Settlement Process

    EPFO Introduces Two Major Reforms to Simplify and Speed Up Claim Settlement Process

    Raj Kumar Dubey, BPCL's Director (HR), assumes additional charge as Director (Marketing), bringing 35+ years of experience in operations and HR.

    Raj Kumar Dubey Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Marketing) at BPCL

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    Both engines lost power mid-air due to sudden fuel cutoff — as revealed in the preliminary investigation report released by AAIB.

    Air India AI 171 Crash: Both Engines Lost Power, Fuel Cutoff Switches Mysteriously Shifted Mid-Air

    Delhi to Replace Pink Tickets with Saheli Smart Cards for Free Bus Travel

    Delhi to Replace Pink Tickets with Saheli Smart Cards for Free Bus Travel

    Neev II Fund Invests in RETAS Enviro Solutions to Boost India’s Water Sustainability Efforts

    Neev II Fund Invests in RETAS Enviro Solutions to Boost India’s Water Sustainability Efforts

    RECPDCL Signs Key Agreements for 33.26 Lakh Smart Prepaid Meters in Gujarat

    RECPDCL Signs Key Agreements for 33.26 Lakh Smart Prepaid Meters in Gujarat

    Nizamudeen. A, IAS, discusses the Susthira Thrithala project, a pioneering model in Kerala for sustainable water and land management, showcasing integrated solutions for groundwater, agriculture and community development.

    ‘Susthira Thrithala Integrated a Range of Context-Specific SDG Policy Interventions’: Nizamudeen. A, IAS, Mission Director, MGNREGS & DG, KILA

    Sipan Kumar Garg Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Finance) of SJVN

    Sipan Kumar Garg Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Finance) of SJVN

    IPS Sonali Mishra Set to Take Charge as First Woman DG of Railway Protection Force

    IPS Sonali Mishra Set to Take Charge as First Woman DG of Railway Protection Force

    Rajasthan to Hire 1,947 Technicians to Address Power Sector Staff Shortage

    Rajasthan to Hire 1,947 Technicians to Address Power Sector Staff Shortage

    Karnataka Govt Announces Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle; IAS V. Anbukumar Made Chief Electoral Officer

    Karnataka Govt Announces Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle; IAS V. Anbukumar Made Chief Electoral Officer

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    BFI Launches ‘Interconnect’ Platform to Accelerate Biomedical Innovation in India

    BFI Launches ‘Interconnect’ Platform to Accelerate Biomedical Innovation in India

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Arunachal Launches Drone Port to Boost Emergency Medical Delivery

    CarePay Rolls Out AI-Backed EMI Platform to Address Gaps in Medical Financing

    CarePay Rolls Out AI-Backed EMI Platform to Address Gaps in Medical Financing

    Mizoram has launched the e-Office system across all 41 secretariat departments and the CM's Office, enhancing digital governance and streamlining processes.

    Star Health Partners with Medi Assist to Transform Claims Management with AI-Powered Platform

    Amazon India has launched 'Amazon Diagnostics' in partnership with Orange Health Labs, entering the at-home diagnostics segment in Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

    Amazon Enters At-Home Diagnostics Space in India Through Tie-Up with Orange Health

    West Bengal plans to launch "Smart OPDs" in government hospitals, starting with 75 secondary-level facilities.

    West Bengal to Start Smart OPDs in All Secondary Level Hospitals Across the State

    India partners with WHO to integrate traditional Ayush medicine practices like Ayurveda and Yoga into the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI), standardising global recognition and enabling broader integration into healthcare systems and insurance frameworks.

    India and WHO collaborate on Global Ayush Treatment Classification

    Tata Elxsi Collaborates with ECOSEP to Develop AI Tools for Sports Medicine

    Tata Elxsi Collaborates with ECOSEP to Develop AI Tools for Sports Medicine

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    DTU Plans Research Park, Expands Digital Education to Boost Industry-Academia Linkages

    DTU Plans Research Park, Expands Digital Education to Boost Industry-Academia Linkages

    BML Munjal University Partners with UC San Diego to Launch Global Academic Programmes

    BML Munjal University Partners with UC San Diego to Launch Global Academic Programmes

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    Dr. Caroline Levander, VP-Global Strategy, Rice University

    ‘Rice University will be One of the First to Offer a Dedicated Undergraduate Degree in AI’: Dr. Caroline Levander, VP- Global Strategy, Rice University

    SRMIST Trichy and Dassault Systèmes Collaborate to Integrate Industry Tools into Engineering Curriculum

    West Bengal Launches AI-Driven Smart Classroom Learning Project in 10 Schools

    CBSE has partnered with Arunachal SCERT to open a sub-regional office in Itanagar, starting the academic year 2025-26.

    CBSE Sets Up Sub-Regional Office in Itanagar to Bolster Arunachal’s Educational Infrastructure

    Medicaps University Unveils MII Foundation to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    Medicaps University Unveils MII Foundation to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    CBSE will implement a two-exam system for Class 10 from 2025–26, with a mandatory February exam and an optional May attempt for improvement or compartment.

    CBSE Makes February Board Exam Mandatory for Class 10 from 2026, Second Attempt Optional for Limited Subjects

    Madhya Pradesh mandates digital attendance for all government school teachers via the 'Humare Shikshak' platform from 1 July.

    Madhya Pradesh Makes E-Attendance Mandatory for Govt School Teachers from 1 July

    Tripura has officially become India's third fully literate state, following Mizoram and Goa, with a functional literacy rate of 95.6% in FY 2024-25.

    Tripura Becomes Third Indian State to be 100% Literate

    IIIT Hyderabad's Smart City Research Centre and KIET have partnered via an MoU to establish a Smart City Living Lab on the KIET campus, extending its reach to Kakinada Smart City.

    IIIT Hyderabad, KIET Ink MoU for Smart City Living Lab, Kakinada Testbed

    Tripura's Tribal Welfare Department launched smart classrooms in 33 tribal hostels, benefiting 7000 students.

    Tripura Launches Smart Classrooms in 33 Tribal Hostels for Remote Learning

    Professor Suman Chakraborty, from IIT Kharagpur's mechanical engineering department, has been appointed as the institute's new full-term director.

    Prof Suman Chakraborty Appointed as IIT Kharagpur Director

    In QS World University Rankings 2026, a record 54 Indian institutions featured, including IIT Delhi (123rd - enters the top 125) and IIT Madras (180th - breaks into the top 200 for the first time).

    IIT Delhi, IIT Madras Shine in QS World University Rankings 2026

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    West Bengal College Admission Portal Deploys AI Chatbot ‘Bina’

    IIT Kharagpur's IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter and IEEE Kharagpur Section launched a free online Summer Internship Programme 2025. Open to UG/PG students nationwide, it offers 2-3 months of mentorship and project experience in AI/ML, Cloud-Edge Computing, Generative AI, and more. Application deadline: 21 June.

    IIT Kharagpur Launches AI-Focused Online Summer Internship 2025 for Tech Students Nationwide

    Amid Operation Sindoor, India faced a surge in cyberattacks targeting power grids, defence PSUs, and educational institutions. With 8,487 weekly attacks on education alone, the nation battles escalating threats from global hacktivists.

    Cyberattacks Surge Amid Operation Sindoor, Check Point Finds Education Sector Emerges as Key Target

    Kolkata's Asutosh College introduces 25 new skill-oriented certificate courses this academic year, designed for industry relevance.

    Kolkata’s Asutosh College Launches 25 Skill-Oriented Certificate Courses to Cater to Industry

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    Federal Bank Elevates V. Venkateswaran as Executive Director

    Federal Bank Elevates Venkatraman Venkateswaran as Executive Director

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Namibia to Roll Out India’s UPI for Digital Payments as Bilateral Ties Deepen

    Post Offices to Accept UPI Payments Nationwide by August 2025

    RBI Eases KYC Norms to Improve Access for First-Time Bank Users

    RBI Eases KYC Norms to Improve Access for First-Time Bank Users

    SBI Mutual Fund Deploys AI Chatbot on WhatsApp to Ease Mutual Fund Services

    SBI Mutual Fund Deploys AI Chatbot on WhatsApp to Ease Mutual Fund Services

    J&K Bank Appoints Ketan Kumar Joshi as New CFO for Three-Year Term

    J&K Bank Appoints Ketan Kumar Joshi as New CFO for Three-Year Term

    Stox AI Ties Up with BSE to Deliver Real-Time Market Announcements to WhatsApp Users

    Stox AI Ties Up with BSE to Deliver Real-Time Market Announcements to WhatsApp Users

    Mizoram has launched the e-Office system across all 41 secretariat departments and the CM's Office, enhancing digital governance and streamlining processes.

    Star Health Partners with Medi Assist to Transform Claims Management with AI-Powered Platform

    SEBI has approved new delisting norms for PSUs with over 90% government/PSU shareholding, introducing a fixed-price exit route and easing procedural hurdles.

    SEBI Eases Delisting Process for Select PSUs with Over 90% Government Stake

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    Flipkart Offers Up to $500K Funding in Fourth Edition of Startup Accelerator Program

    Flipkart Offers Up to $500K Funding in Fourth Edition of Startup Accelerator Program

    Airtel Expands Fixed Wireless Access Rollout in India with Ericsson's Support

    Airtel Expands Fixed Wireless Access Rollout in India with Ericsson’s Support

    India's telecom industry saw robust growth in FY25, driven by July 2024 tariff hikes. ARPU surged 16.89% to Rs 174.46, boosting revenues by 15.49%.

    Indian Telecom Sector Posts Witnesses Strong Growth in FY25 on Back of Tariff Hikes: TRAI

    Tata Technologies, Emerson Join Hands to Develop Advanced Testing Solutions for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

    Tata Technologies, Emerson Join Hands to Develop Advanced Testing Solutions for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Crore Support

    IIT Bombay, ICICI Foundation Expand Biomedical Innovation Hub with Rs 70 Cr Support

    Karnataka and Berlin forge a landmark MoU to boost cross-border innovation, strengthening the Indo-German partnership, offering transformative opportunities for startups, researchers and tech enterprises.

    Karnataka and Berlin Sign Landmark MoU to Boost Cross-Border Innovation Ecosystem

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    PhysicsWallah, YCMOU Join Hands to Launch Online Degree Programs Aligned with NEP 2020

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Government Plans Rs 2,000 Cr Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic Drone Industry

    Maharashtra Clears Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Investment Proposals, Focus on High-Tech Industries and Job Creation

    Maharashtra Clears Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Investment Proposals, Focus on High-Tech Industries and Job Creation

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    In a landmark ruling on June 25, the Delhi High Court declared that companies cannot enforce post-employment non-compete clauses, affirming an employee's right to change jobs and work with former customers or colleagues, aligning with Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act.

    Delhi High Court Upholds Employee’s Right to Career Freedom

    Sat Pal Bhanoo has been appointed the MD & CEO of LIC by the central government, taking over from Siddhartha Mohanty.

    Sat Pal Bhanoo to Lead LIC with Additional Role of MD and CEO

    TN Govt Inks MoU with Banks to Offer Free Insurance to State Employees

    TN Govt Inks MoU with Banks to Offer Free Insurance to State Employees

    Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assures Mohalla Clinic staff of no job cuts amidst healthcare revamp, directly refuting AAP's claims of layoffs.

    No Job Cuts for Delhi Mohalla Clinic Staff in Revamp Plan: CM Rekha Gupta

    India launches Skill India Assistant (SIA), an AI-powered digital skilling tool developed by MSDE and Meta using Llama models. Accessible on WhatsApp, SIA offers skilling courses, training centres, and job opportunities.

    Skill India Partners with Meta to Launch Llama-Powered Skill India Assistant

    The Centre has approved the appointment of Ratnakar Patnaik and Dinesh Pant as Managing Directors of LIC, effective June 1, 2025, replacing outgoing MDs Jagannath Mukkavilli and Tablesh Pandey.

    LIC Strengthens Leadership with Two New Managing Directors

    NSDC International to Train 100,000 Caregivers for Global Healthcare Sector

    NSDC International to Train One Lakh Caregivers for Global Healthcare Sector

    EPFO Introduces Two Major Reforms to Simplify and Speed Up Claim Settlement Process

    EPFO Introduces Two Major Reforms to Simplify and Speed Up Claim Settlement Process

    Raj Kumar Dubey, BPCL's Director (HR), assumes additional charge as Director (Marketing), bringing 35+ years of experience in operations and HR.

    Raj Kumar Dubey Assumes Additional Charge as Director (Marketing) at BPCL

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The Metaverse Megahub: Dissecting a Network of Interconnection Platform

By: Editorial Desk

As the concept of the metaverse gains traction, there is a growing need for a specialized network of Interconnection Platform designed to meet the unique demands of this immersive digital space. Sudhir Kunder, Chief Business Officer, DE-CIX India writes for APAC News Network on how the Metaverse Megahub comes into play here.

by Editorial Desk
November 2, 2023
in Article, Guest Article, Technology
Reading Time: 8 mins read
The Metaverse Megahub: Dissecting a Network of Interconnection Platform

The Metaverse Megahub: Dissecting a Network of Interconnection Platform

Imagine the Metaverse Megahub as a network of interconnected Interconnection Platform like DE_-CIX strategically scattered throughout the virtual shared universe. Just as major cities have multiple IXs to accommodate high levels of internet traffic, the Metaverse Megahub would encompass a variety of exchange points designed to handle the vast amounts of data and interactions that occur within this digital realm.

The Role of the Metaverse Megahub

By bringing networks together across multiple cities to exchange data, the Metaverse Megahub would be the linchpin of connectivity in the metaverse, providing several key functions:

Seamless Connectivity: In the metaverse, individuals would be represented by avatars or digital personas, and these entities need to communicate with each other in real-time. The Metaverse Megahub would ensure that these avatars can interact seamlessly, enabling people to work, socialise, and engage in activities in this virtual world as if they were physically present.

Low Latency: The delay between sending and receiving data, known as latency, can be a significant hurdle in achieving a smooth metaverse experience. The Metaverse Megahub’s infrastructure would be optimized to keep latency as low as possible by enabling local data exchange and by ensuring 1-hop connectivity for longer distances. This will ensure that interactions feel instantaneous and natural.

Secure Data Transfer: The metaverse will host an immense amount of data, including personal information and financial transactions, and this data needs to flow. The Metaverse Megahub would be responsible for securing these data flows by ensuring direct and dedicated connectivity between networks.

Virtual Commerce: Just as e-commerce has become a major part of our current digital world, the metaverse will give rise to virtual commerce. Individuals will be able to buy, sell, and trade virtual goods and services within this space, and the Metaverse Megahub will facilitate these transactions.

Innovation and Expansion: The Metaverse Megahub will need to be at the forefront of technological innovation. Its role would be to provide the necessary interconnection infrastructure for augmented and virtual reality experiences, immersive gaming, telepresence, and many other applications. As the metaverse – an immersive form of the Internet – evolves and expands, the Metaverse Megahub will be a prerequisite to support these developments.

Preserving User Privacy and Data Security

In a digital realm as vast and immersive as the metaverse, preserving user privacy and data security is of paramount importance. The Metaverse Megahub would play a central role in ensuring that participants can engage with confidence, knowing that their data is protected.

User Privacy: Participants in the metaverse will generate a vast amount of personal data as they interact within the virtual space. This data could include personal preferences, behaviours, and even biometric information if advanced technology is used to track user movements and expressions. Strict privacy policies and protocols will be needed to safeguard this sensitive data.

Data Security: With virtual commerce and other transactions taking place within the metaverse, data security will remain a crucial topic. Cutting-edge encryption and cybersecurity measures will be needed to protect financial and personal information from unauthorised access and breaches.

Trust and Safety: Maintaining a trustworthy and safe environment within the metaverse is essential to its success. Mechanisms will need to be implemented to detect and address abusive or harmful behaviour, making it a space where individuals can interact without fear of harassment or harm.

Collaboration and Governance 

To bring the immersive Internet to life, collaboration among various stakeholders would be essential. This collaborative effort would involve a wide range of actors, including technology companies, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), regulatory bodies, international organisations, and academic institutions.

Technology Companies: Leading technology companies that specialise in virtual and augmented reality, telecommunications, and data infrastructure would play a pivotal role in designing and implementing the immersive Internet. They will be responsible for developing the cutting-edge technologies necessary to ensure seamless connectivity, low latency, and secure data transfer within the metaverse.

ISPs: Internet Service Providers, as the entities responsible for delivering internet services to end-users, would need to adapt to the unique demands of the metaverse. This includes adjusting their networks to interconnect within the Metaverse Megahub, and ensuring that their infrastructure is metaverse-ready, meaning that they would provide high-bandwidth and low-latency connectivity to their customers.

International Organizations: Given the global nature of the metaverse, international organisations would be essential for coordinating efforts and harmonising regulations across borders. This would help create a unified and interconnected metaverse experience for users worldwide.

Academic Institutions: Research institutions and universities are likely to contribute to the development of the Metaverse Megahub through their cutting-edge research in areas such as network optimisation, cybersecurity, and data privacy. They and other global standardisation bodies will be instrumental in advancing the technologies and best practices necessary for the success of the immersive Internet.

Establishing Governance Frameworks

The operation and governance of the Metaverse Megahub would require the creation of a structured framework. This framework would be essential for ensuring that the Metaverse Megahub operates smoothly and fairly, with due consideration for the rights and interests of all participants. Here are some key aspects of such a governance framework:

Standards and Protocols: The framework would define the technical standards and protocols that all participants in the metaverse, including ISPs and technology companies, must adhere to. These standards must ensure compatibility, interoperability, and a consistent user experience.

Data Privacy and Security Regulations: The framework would establish strict rules for data privacy and security within the immersive Internet. It would dictate how user data is collected, stored, and shared, with a strong emphasis on user consent and control over personal data.

User Rights and Protections: To create a safe and inclusive metaverse, the framework would outline user rights and protections. It would include mechanisms to prevent harassment, abuse, and discrimination within the digital realm. User-generated content guidelines would also be established to strike a balance between freedom of expression and responsible usage.

Network Neutrality: Ensuring network neutrality is crucial to prevent discrimination against certain types of content or users within the metaverse. The framework would emphasise the principle that all data should be treated equally, without bias or favoritism.

Competition and Fair Access: The governance framework would include provisions to promote fair competition and access to the Metaverse Megahub. It would prevent anti-competitive practices and ensure that smaller ISPs and innovative startups have a level playing field.

Dispute Resolution and Enforcement: Mechanisms for resolving disputes and enforcing the framework’s rules would also need to be established. This could involve the creation of an independent oversight body or arbitration processes to handle conflicts and complaints.

Challenges and Considerations

While the concept of the Metaverse Megahub holds tremendous potential, it also comes with several challenges and considerations:

Technical Complexity: Building and maintaining a network of Interconnection Platforms designed specifically for the metaverse is a technically challenging endeavour. It requires advanced networking infrastructure, low-latency solutions, and cutting-edge data security measures.

Privacy Concerns: As users interact within the metaverse, a vast amount of personal data is generated. Striking the right balance between data collection for an improved user experience and safeguarding user privacy is a delicate task.

Data Security: With virtual commerce and other transactions taking place within the metaverse, data security is crucial. Protecting financial and personal information from unauthorised access and breaches is a continuous concern.

Regulatory Complexity: The metaverse transcends national borders, making regulatory coordination challenging. International cooperation and standardisation efforts are required to harmonise rules and regulations.

User Experience: Creating a seamless and immersive user experience is paramount. Achieving low latency and high-quality interactions is technically demanding but essential for the metaverse’s success. 

Inclusivity and Accessibility: Ensuring that the metaverse is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities, and addressing potential issues related to the digital divide is a priority.

Content Moderation: Maintaining a safe and inclusive environment within the metaverse necessitates robust content moderation mechanisms to prevent abusive or harmful behaviour.

In Conclusion

The metaverse represents an exciting vision for the future of the digital realm. It promises a shared, immersive space where individuals can work, socialise, and engage in various activities as if they were physically present. Interconnection Platform, optimised for the metaverse and brought together as a Megahub, will play a crucial role in making this vision a reality.

To bring the Metaverse Megahub to life, collaboration among various stakeholders is essential. Technology companies, ISPs, regulatory bodies, international organisations, and academic institutions must work together to design and implement the necessary infrastructure, standards, and regulations.

As the metaverse continues to evolve, it will be crucial to address technical challenges, privacy concerns, and accessibility issues while maintaining a focus on delivering a seamless, safe, and inclusive user experience. The Metaverse Megahub is not just a technical endeavour but a step toward supporting a new era of digital interaction and connection that has the potential to transform the way we live, work, and play in the virtual world.

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