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Apple sends 97% of India iPhone exports to US amid tariff risk

NEW DELHI, India: Amid mounting U.S.-China trade tensions, Apple has sharply increased iPhone shipments from India to the United States, shifting its supply chain to sidestep heavy tariffs on Chinese-made goods.

Between March and May, nearly 97 percent of iPhones exported by Foxconn from India were sent to the U.S.—a dramatic jump from the 2024 average of just over 50 percent, according to customs data rev

Huawei can make 200,000 AI chips in 2025, US says

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. government estimates that Huawei will only be able to manufacture up to 200,000 advanced AI chips next year—well below the company's needs. However, officials warn that despite this limitation, China is rapidly narrowing the technology gap with the United States.

Jeffrey Kessler, Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security, told lawmakers on Thursday that most or all of

Nintendo Switch 2 becomes fastest-selling console ever

TOKYO, Japan: Nintendo's latest console is off to a roaring start. The company says it has sold over 3.5 million units of the newly released Switch 2 in just four days — making it the fastest-selling hardware launch in Nintendo's history.

The upgraded hybrid console hit shelves on June 5 and has quickly outpaced previous releases, riding on intense fan anticipation and a

OpenAI signs cloud deal with Google despite intense AI rivalry

SAN FRANCISCO, California: In a move that highlights how the demand for compute power is reshaping the AI industry, OpenAI has signed a deal with rival Google to use its cloud infrastructure, according to three sources familiar with the matter.

The agreement, finalized in May, adds Google Cloud to OpenAI's growing list of compute partners—even as the two companies compete fiercely in generative AI.

Amazon to invest $20 billion in PA cloud and AI infrastructure

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania: Amazon is making a significant play in Pennsylvania, announcing plans to pour at least US$20 billion into expanding its cloud infrastructure in the state — one of the company's most significant U.S. investments to date.

The move adds to a string of recent high-dollar investments aimed at scaling Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company's cloud arm, as tech giants compete to dominate

Staff Selection Commission to use AI-powered leak-proof exam technology

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): In a significant step toward making government exams more secure, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has started using an AI-powered content authoring tool developed by technology services provider Cubastion Consulting during departmental competitive exams for various central government posts.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now helping select questions from a vast pre-approve

Delhi Police detain 36 illegal Bangladeshi migrants; banned IMO app, Bangladesh IDs recovered during raid

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The Foreigners Cell of the North-West District Police apprehended 36 Bangladeshi nationals, including 17 minors, during a targeted raid in the Wazirpur JJ Colony area of Delhi on June 13, said an official.

The operation was based on specific intelligence regarding the presence of illegal immigrants in the locality.

According to the police, the crackdown was part of a broad

Strategic hiring and workforce adaptability are becoming central to long-term business sustainability: Report

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Strategic hiring and workforce adaptability are becoming central to long-term business sustainability, according to the latest TeamLease Employment Outlook Report.However, despite subdued hiring pace, the report paints a picture of a maturing employment landscape--one that prioritises quality over quantity, and resilience over rapid expansion. As India Inc. navigates FY2025- 26, the me

"Indian Principal Investigators coordinating with Axiom Space to refresh time-sensitive experimental specimens": ISRO on Ax-4 mission

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Stressing that the NASA, Axiom Space and SpaceX are 'targeting' no earlier than June 19 for the upcoming mission to the International Space Station, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said on Monday that they are coordinating with Axiom Space to refresh time-sensitive experimental specimens.

'@NASA, @Axiom_Space & @SpaceX are targeting no earlier than June 19 for t

Race for advanced 2nm semiconductor chips heats up in H2 2025 as TSMC, Samsung, Intel gear up for production

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The global race to lead in next-generation 2-nanometer (nm) semiconductors is expected to intensify in the second half of 2025, with top foundries TSMC and Samsung Electronics preparing to begin mass production.

At the same time, Intel is also looking to outpace its rivals with the launch of its more advanced 1.8nm process technology.

According to a report by The Korea Hera

UAE showcases future-driven vision, digital prowess at VivaTech 2025

Paris [France], June 15 (ANI/WAM): The UAE made a remarkable impact at VivaTech 2025, Europe's largest technology exhibition, held in Paris, transforming its presence from symbolic representation to a dynamic showcase of the country's soft power and innovation-led economic vision.

A diverse range of UAE-based startups and projects captivated audiences, covering cutting-edge fields from robotics and cybersecurity

Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission reschedule for June 19: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI) Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that the upcoming Axiom-4 Mission carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station is rescheduled for June 19.

In a post on X, Singh, who is also the Union Minister of State for Space, said, 'Launch date of the Axiom-4 mission carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station

Seclore expands its presence in Delhi with enhanced focus on partnerships with government agencies for national security

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New Delhi [India], June 13: Seclore, a leading provider of data-centric security solutions to enterprises and governments around the world, has expanded its footprint in India with the launch of a new office at the heart of the National Capital at Barakhamba road. This expansion is part of the company's broader commitment to secure national critical infrastructure by wor

US steel tariffs on home appliances alarm Samsung and LG

Seoul [South Korea], June 13 (ANI): The Trump administration's expansion of steel tariffs to include household appliances with steel components has raised significant concerns for South Korean electronics giants Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics, according to reports by Korea Herald.The Department of Commerce announced on Thursday that a 50 per cent steel duty will apply to 'steel-derivative products' starting Jun

Elon Musk raises concerns over ISS safety, urges de-orbiting within 2 years

Washington, DC [US], June 13 (ANI): Elon Musk has voiced serious concerns over the long-term safety of the International Space Station (ISS), citing the ageing condition of its components, and called for its de-orbiting within two years despite SpaceX's ongoing involvement.

'There are potentially serious concerns about the long-term safety of the @Space_Station. Some parts of it are simply getting too old, and th