IMD Issues Alert for Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms in Andaman; Fishermen Urged to Stay Ashore

September 23, 2025 Port Blair — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across the Andaman Islands over the next 48 hours. The alert comes amid a developing low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify and bring unstable weather conditions to…

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MediaTek Launches Dimensity 9500 AI Processor to Challenge Qualcomm’s Flagship Chipset

Hsinchu, Taiwan, September 22, 2025 — MediaTek has officially unveiled its most advanced mobile chipset to date, the Dimensity 9500, positioning it as a direct competitor to Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The launch marks a strategic leap in on-device artificial intelligence, console-grade gaming, and power efficiency for next-generation smartphones. Built on a…

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IT Stocks Decline Amid Concerns Over Proposed H-1B Visa Fee Hike in US

Mumbai, September 22, 2025 — Shares of major Indian IT companies fell sharply on Monday following renewed concerns over a proposed increase in H-1B visa fees by the United States government. The move, aimed at tightening immigration norms and raising revenue, has triggered investor anxiety over potential cost escalations and operational disruptions for India’s export-driven…

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Air India Express Passenger Arrested After Attempting to Enter Cockpit Mid-Flight

New Delhi, September 22, 2025 — A passenger aboard an Air India Express flight was arrested upon landing after allegedly attempting to breach the cockpit during mid-flight, triggering a serious security alert. The incident occurred on Flight IX-194, operating from Muscat to Kochi, when a male passenger reportedly tried to force his way into the…

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Clean Plant Programme launched to boost horticulture and empower farmers

According to the government, nine Clean Plant Centers would be built nationwide as part of the recently sanctioned Rs 1,765.67 million Clean Plant Programme (CPP). According to an official statement, the program’s goal is to increase India’s horticultural industry by supplying planting material free of viruses. The Asian Development Bank loan of $98 million funds…

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Amazon’s micro-fulfillment centers to inflation triple by December

Amazon plans to expand its network of micro-fulfillment centers in India from 100 to 300 by the end of 2025, reflecting the global e-commerce giant’s move toward accelerated commerce. These small facilities, operating in cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai, are designed to expedite the delivery of daily essentials and high-demand items. They are comparable…

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IIITH and Hexaware Host Innovation Challenge on Agentic AI for Life Sciences

The Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) at IIIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with Hexaware Technologies, successfully hosted the AI for Life Sciences Challenge Finale on September 18, 2025. The initiative aimed to reimagine the future of clinical trials through the application of Agentic AI, offering a platform for startups and innovators to develop transformative solutions…

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Jain Resource, Epack Prefab, and Solarworld Energy Launch IPOs to Raise Rs 2,244 Crore

Three companies—Jain Resource Recycling, Epack Prefab Technologies, and Solarworld Energy Solutions—have announced initial public offerings (IPOs) collectively aimed at raising Rs 2,244 crore. The offerings are scheduled to open for public subscription between September 23 and September 26, 2025. Jain Resource Recycling IPO Chennai-based non-ferrous metal scrap recycling firm Jain Resource Recycling will launch a…

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