Arm Unveils Lumex Chips Optimised for AI on Mobile Devices Arm Holdings announced on Tuesday the launch of its next-generation Lumex chip designs, built to power artificial intelligence directly on mobile devices. The new designs aim to handle advanced AI tasks on smartphones, watches, and other wearables without relying on cloud computing. Four Variants for Different Devices The Lumex series includes four design types tailored for a range of devices. Some prioritise energy efficiency for smartwatches and smaller wearables, while others maximise performance for high-end smartphones. The peak performance version is designed to run large AI models locally, enabling tasks…
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DialogueNEXT 2025 in New Delhi Unites Global Leaders to Tackle Food Security Challenges Leaders in agriculture from around the world have gathered in New Delhi for DialogueNEXT 2025, a two-day conference aimed at driving innovation to combat global hunger. Held from 8 to 9 September at the ICAR Convention Centre in PUSA Campus, the event focuses on getting breakthrough solutions into the hands of farmers, especially in the Global South. The event, hosted by the World Food Prize Foundation in partnership with ICAR, CIMMYT, and the Borlaug Institute for South Asia, carries the theme “Take it to the Farmer.” It…
India’s Space Vision for 2040: Aims for Moon Landing by 2040 and Space Station by 2035 India is accelerating its space ambitions with bold plans to build a Bharatiya Space Station by 2035 and send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by 2040. Speaking at the International Conference on Space 2025, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, highlighted these goals while underlining India’s commitment to global progress through space technology. Addressing the conference virtually, Dr. Singh spoke on the theme “Harnessing Space for Global Progress: Innovation, Policy, and Growth.” He noted that recent milestones, such…
New GST Rates to Boost Profits for Farmers, Says Agriculture Minister Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has stated that the new GST slabs will significantly benefit farmers, especially those operating on small and medium scales. Speaking at a press conference in Bhopal on 6 September 2025, he emphasised that the revised GST rates will reduce input costs, enhance profits, and promote sustainable farming. The Minister highlighted that GST on agricultural equipment has been reduced from 18% to 5%. This change, he said, would act as a “boon” for farmers by making essential machinery more affordable.…
DRDO Hosts Conclave to Strengthen MSMEs in UP Defence Corridor The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) organised a conclave on 6 September 2025 through its Defence Technology and Test Centre (DTTC) in Lucknow. Held at the Amausi Campus, the event aimed to engage Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and start-ups in defence research, development, and production. The initiative supports the broader goal of strengthening the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor. Over 100 participants attended, including representatives from MSMEs, start-ups, and members of Laghu Udhyog Bharti. Discussions centred on skill development, R&D funding, technical consultancy, and DRDO’s support in…
Hyundai’s Supernal Halts Air Taxi Project After Leadership Shake-Up Hyundai’s electric air taxi division, Supernal, has paused its aircraft development programme. The decision follows the sudden departures of CEO Jaiwon Shin and Chief Technology Officer David McBride, according to a TechCrunch report citing sources familiar with the matter. Shin, who had led Supernal since its formation in the US in 2021, stepped down last week. McBride’s exit came shortly after. While Supernal has not confirmed the reasons for these departures, the company did state that its newly appointed leadership will review the programme’s timeline and determine the best path forward.…
US Biofuel Imports Hit Decade Low After Tax Credit Shift US imports of biodiesel and renewable diesel fell to their lowest levels in more than a decade during the first half of 2025. According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), the sharp decline followed a change in federal tax credits that now favour domestic biofuel production. Previously, both imported and US-produced biofuels were eligible for the same $1 per gallon tax credit. However, under the new policy introduced this year, the credit now applies only to fuels produced within the US. This change has made imports less competitive. “The…
Trump Tariffs on Semiconductor Imports President Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on semiconductor imports from companies that do not relocate production to the United States. He made the remarks ahead of a private dinner with major technology industry leaders on Thursday. Since returning to office in January, Trump’s tariff policies have unsettled global markets, strained trade partnerships, and added uncertainty to the global economy. Speaking to reporters, Trump stated, “We will be putting tariffs on companies that aren’t coming in. A fairly substantial tariff will be applied very shortly.” He did not specify the exact timing or tariff…
GM Scales Back EV Production as US Support Wanes General Motors (GM) will reduce production at one of its key electric vehicle (EV) facilities in Tennessee, responding to declining demand and shrinking federal support. The company will halt production of two electric Cadillac SUVs at its Spring Hill assembly plant throughout December, according to internal communications and a source familiar with the matter. The affected models include the Cadillac Lyriq, a midsize SUV that has been one of GM’s more successful EVs, and the Vistiq, a larger electric model. Despite previous momentum in EV sales, the company is now adjusting…
OpenAI to Launch First AI Chip with Broadcom in 2026 OpenAI is set to produce its first artificial intelligence chip next year in collaboration with US semiconductor giant Broadcom, according to a report from the Financial Times citing people familiar with the matter. The chip will be used internally to power OpenAI’s own systems rather than being sold to outside customers, the report said. Neither OpenAI nor Broadcom has responded to requests for comment. Reuters could not independently verify the Financial Times report. OpenAI, known for commercialising generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, requires vast amounts of computing power to…

