Author: Sharad Natani
In a game-changing development for India’s tech landscape, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook) have announced a joint venture to create a new artificial intelligence powerhouse — Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL) — with a combined investment of ₹855 crore. The new company will focus on developing enterprise-grade AI solutions for Indian businesses across sectors like finance, retail, manufacturing, and government services, marking one of the most ambitious collaborations between an Indian conglomerate and a global tech giant. Reliance will hold a 70% stake, while Meta will own 30%. Together, they aim to accelerate India’s transformation…
In a historic judgment that could reshape the legal and financial landscape of India’s digital economy, the Madras High Court has ruled that cryptocurrencies are “property,” not currency, under Indian law. Delivering the pathbreaking verdict, Justice N. Anand Venkatesh observed that while cryptocurrencies like XRP are not legal tender, they undeniably possess the core attributes of property— capable of being owned, transferred, and even held in trust. “It is not a tangible property nor is it a currency. However, it is a property, capable of being enjoyed and possessed… capable of being held in trust,” the Court stated. This declaration…
In a proud moment for Tamil Nadu, 18-year-old Dhaanvi Karthikeyan from Virugambakkam, Chennai, has made history by becoming the first female student from the state to visit Russian space facilities. Her journey from a school classroom to the high-tech laboratories of Moscow is a story of determination, curiosity, and ambition that transcends borders. Chosen from Half a Million Aspirants Dhaanvi’s journey began with an online national-level competition, where nearly five lakh students from across India participated. After multiple rounds of screening and assessments, she emerged as one of the top five students selected to represent India at the International Aerospace…
A recent investigation by a Noida-based influencer has ignited a full-blown controversy around Indian sunscreen brands. A social media video claims that six out of ten top-selling Indian sunscreens significantly underperform their advertised SPF (Sun Protection Factor) ratings. What Happened? The influencer, identified as Having 1.6 M followers, sent ten popular Indian sunscreen products to accredited labs that tested their SPF values using internationally recognised “in-vitro” methods. The results reportedly show alarming discrepancies — for example, brands claiming SPF 50+ delivered measured values in the teens. Why It Matters Sunscreen isn’t cosmetic—it’s a critical protective product against UV damage, tanning,…
The world’s favorite “gentle” soap might be hiding a dangerous secret. Unilever’s Dove — long advertised as a symbol of softness and purity — has come under global scrutiny after one of its key fragrance ingredients was found to be toxic to human health. From Germany to Nigeria: Bans in Place, But India Remains Silent In 2024, Germany and other European Union nations banned Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA) — also known as Lilial — a synthetic fragrance agent commonly used in beauty and personal care products. Now, in June 2025, Nigeria has followed suit, completely prohibiting the use of Lilial in…
As global politics continue to evolve rapidly, a handful of world leaders stand apart — not for their new ideas, but for their unmatched longevity in power. A new 2025 report highlights the world’s longest-serving political leaders, many of whom have led their nations for over two decades — and some for nearly half a century. At the Top of the List Leading the chart is Paul Biya of Cameroon, who has been in power for an astonishing 50 years, making him one of the longest-serving heads of state in modern history. Close behind is Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of…