Budget 2026: Tech Sector Key Announcements

Union Budget 2026 introduces India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 focusing on equipment manufacturing and IP design, with plans for industry-led R&D centers to boost skilled workforce development.

Hinton Highlights AI's Positive Role in Education

Geoffrey Hinton, known as the Godfather of AI, identifies education as a promising AI use case, praising Alpha School's model where AI tutors accelerate learning while teachers focus on life skills.

Airtel Ends Free Benefit, Millions Impacted

Airtel has quietly discontinued a popular free benefit, shocking millions of users across India. The telecom giant's move affects a wide user base, raising concerns about service changes.

India's Astronomy Leap: 4 Major Facilities Announced

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces four major astronomy projects in Budget 2026, including new telescopes in Ladakh and a planetarium in Andhra Pradesh, expanding India's ground-based observation capabilities.

xAI Hiring Writing Specialist for Grok AI Training

Elon Musk's xAI is recruiting a Writing Specialist to enhance its Grok AI chatbot. The role requires expertise in creative writing, journalism, or technical writing. Learn about eligibility and application process.

Budget 2026-27: ₹28,473 Crore for BSNL, Telecom Outlay Up

The Central government has allocated ₹28,473 crore to BSNL in the Union Budget 2026-27, a significant increase from last year. Telecom ministry's outlay rises to ₹73,990 crore, with funds for BharatNet and Northeast development.

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