MSEDCL announced a new rule that caps rooftop solar installations in Nashik based on a household's annual electricity consumption rather than its sanctioned load. The change threatens to limit consumers' ability to fully utilize the PM Suryaghar subsidy and could curb the adoption of green energy. MSEDCL defends the policy, saying it curbs domestic systems being used for commercial purposes. Consumer groups and local chambers are protesting and calling for a rollback and public hearing.

The article outlines fourteen proven tactics that radio salespeople use to generate client referrals, ranging from delivering measurable ROI to maintaining transparent pricing. It emphasizes that proactive communication, data‑driven optimization, and deep client knowledge turn satisfied advertisers into vocal advocates....

A six‑month pilot at Langvout Court retirement complex in the Scottish Borders equipped the site with unobtrusive IoT sensors linked to an ambient assisted‑living platform. The deployment generated a 4.4 to 1 return on investment, meaning each £1 spent produced £4.40 of...
Santander has rolled out Invensa, an inventory‑finance solution that lets the bank hold physical stock for clients, easing balance‑sheet constraints amid volatile supply chains. The bank also introduced Navigator Global, a platform that blends financing with market intelligence to act...

Novo Nordisk’s next‑generation obesity drug CagriSema failed to demonstrate non‑inferiority to Eli Lilly’s tirzepatide in the 84‑week REDEFINE 4 study, achieving 20.2% weight loss versus 23.6% for tirzepatide. The open‑label trial showed the two treatments were not statistically equivalent. Following the announcement,...
Vodafone’s Network‑as‑a‑Sensor (NWaaS) program is now operating pan‑European, using thousands of microwave backhaul links to turn the carrier’s infrastructure into a distributed weather‑monitoring platform. The service can infer rain, fog, humidity and, with added mast‑mounted sensors, air‑quality data, delivering near‑real‑time...

NATO’s Arctic defence plans are outpaced by Russia’s rapid expansion of uncrewed systems, with Moscow now producing over 1.5 million drones a year and fielding Arctic‑adapted platforms. The alliance’s ambition to secure the High North is hampered by a shortage of...
THG Studios unveiled its World’s First AI‑Driven Immersive, Shoppable Catwalk, integrating a live TikTok shopping segment hosted by Shark Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC. The event coincides with Topshop’s high‑street comeback through John Lewis, offering both in‑person and global viewers the ability to...
LYNEports and AeroVecto Aviation Services have signed a commercial agreement to embed LYNEports' AI‑native digital twin vertiport planning platform within AVAS's Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions for Oman. The deal will localize the platform for Omani regulators, developers, airports and...

Nest Pensions has launched the "Everyday Investors" social campaign, starring Coach Trip host Brendan Sheerin, to show members that their pension pots fund local projects across Yorkshire. The initiative, created by Atomic Supernova, is built on research revealing only 23%...
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GameSkills, the Creative Europe MEDIA‑backed initiative, has announced the first lineup of experts for its 2026 European Studio Training Programme. The remote curriculum, running April‑November 2026, will feature specialists in AI, accessibility, sustainability, design, and market strategy, culminating in an in‑person summit...
Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G design was leaked ahead of the company’s Unpacked event scheduled for February 25, 2026. The leak, posted by YouTuber Sahi Karoul, shows a high‑end device priced at AED 12,000 (approximately Rs 296,000) before official release. The...
Patel Engineering has been declared the lowest bidder for Package 1 of the Renukaji Dam project in Himachal Pradesh, securing a contract worth ₹910.08 crore. The scope covers construction of three 9.5‑metre diversion tunnels, three inlet/outlet portals, six kilometres of access roads,...
Solar installations are scaling up, prompting steel to shift from a simple commodity to a strategic engineering component. Project developers now demand steel that meets strict quality, traceability, and performance standards over 25‑year service lives. Integrated production models—combining high‑volume manufacturing,...
Municipal fleets face tighter budgets as city revenues dip and confidence in meeting future fiscal needs wanes, prompting officials to scrutinize new technology spend. New research from Wakefield for Samsara shows dash cams delivering rapid ROI, with 96% of agencies...
PRECISIS GmbH’s EASEE® epicranial neurostimulation system offers a minimally invasive alternative for drug‑resistant focal epilepsy. The implant, positioned under the scalp atop the skull, delivers targeted electrical pulses without opening the skull, achieving a median 68% seizure reduction over two...

The National Fire Protection Association’s August 2025 survey shows AI is becoming a top priority for skilled‑trade facilities teams, with 35% expecting technology deployment to dominate 2026 initiatives. A striking 95% of trade workers already see AI supporting daily tasks...
Logistics firms are turning to AI agents to automate the labor‑intensive track and trace function, which can cost up to $25 per shipment in manual effort. Shipwell’s Track & Trace AI Worker, embedded in a transportation management system, gave Airlite...

General Atomics demonstrated its MQ-20 drone operating under direct orders from an F‑22 pilot at Edwards Air Force Base, using Autonodyne’s Bashi pilot‑vehicle interface. The test showed the drone executing tactical maneuvers, waypoint changes, combat patrols and threat‑engagement tasks autonomously....

The U.S. Forest Service has stopped issuing wildland firefighter pants treated with PFAS after ProPublica exposed the agency’s long‑standing use of the chemicals. Supplier TenCate had been applying PFAS‑based finishes to Kevlar‑blend fabrics to repel gasoline and water, despite internal...
Major banks have invested billions in generative AI, yet a MIT study shows 95% see no measurable return. Isolated task‑level gains have not translated into enterprise‑wide efficiency, leaving boards and CFOs uneasy. The root causes are the sequencing problem—guessing which...
Artificial intelligence has moved from pilot projects to core finance processes, speeding close cycles, automating reconciliations, and refreshing dashboards in real time. This acceleration creates a mismatch: traditional governance operates on periodic reviews while financial activity now unfolds continuously. CFOs...
Small and mid‑size brands are losing cash flow when inventory induction time— the period between arrival at a fulfillment center and being sale‑ready—gets stretched. Delays lock capital, force costly expedited freight, and can miss seasonal demand, squeezing margins. A hybrid...
Johnson & Johnson released long‑term QUASAR extension data for Tremfya (guselkumab) in ulcerative colitis, showing sustained efficacy through week 140. Clinical remission was achieved by 80.8% of patients, with 78.6% attaining histo‑endoscopic improvement and 53.6% reaching endoscopic remission. Approximately 89% of...
Morocco’s electricity regulator ANRE announced net‑metering tariffs for high, medium and extra‑high voltage solar plants effective 1 March 2026‑28 February 2027. Plant owners will receive MAD 0.21/kWh during peak hours and MAD 0.18/kWh off‑peak, with the low‑voltage residential rate to be set later. The regime permits...
South Africa's Department of Basic Education and police have launched a five‑year Safe Schools Protocol, prompting schools to adopt smart card platforms for daily access control. Modern NFC‑enabled cards combine identity verification, time‑based rules, biometrics, and cashless payment functions, creating...
Bentley Motors announced it will use 100 % sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for every customer car air‑freight shipment worldwide, effective immediately. The move is part of the brand’s “Beyond100+” sustainability programme, which targets full carbon‑neutrality by 2030 and a shift to...

Incubeta has appointed Adam Woods, former CTO of Wunderman Thompson Data, as its first global chief product officer. Woods will consolidate Incubeta’s fragmented product suite into a unified, AI‑driven platform that delivers integrated media, data and creative intelligence. The hire...
Pine Labs has secured multi‑year contracts with BPCL, HPCL and IOCL to deploy and manage digital‑payment infrastructure across India’s fuel retail network. The deals cover the rollout of roughly 130,000 payment acceptance devices and include ongoing maintenance and software upgrades....

Q3D Sensing announced the AuraGO, a compact add‑on LiDAR scanner that attaches to smartphones and tablets. The device promises centimetre‑level accuracy and a working range of 0.5 m to 30 m, delivering roughly 100 times the coverage of built‑in phone LiDAR. AuraGO...
The Indian government has approved ₹2,432 crore to fund the Amended BharatNet programme in Andhra Pradesh. The scheme, managed by the newly formed Andhra Pradesh BharatNet Infrastructure Limited (APBIL), will upgrade 13,426 gram panchayats to a ring‑topology optical fiber network and...

Starling Bank’s Engine, its banking software‑as‑a‑service platform, has entered a fourth international market by signing a deal with New Zealand‑based SBS Bank. The Engine business posted FY25 revenue of £8.7 million, reflecting an almost 300% year‑on‑year increase. Existing deployments span Romania’s Salt...

Stride Dynamics, an early‑stage robotics startup in Rajkot, India, is hiring a Flight Test Engineer to build, configure, and rigorously test UAV systems. The role spans bench, simulation, and field testing, data analysis, and client demonstrations, requiring hands‑on experience with...
The RevOps Roundup for week 8, 2026 curates a suite of practical resources—from a guide on tracking outbound traffic in lead pipelines to AI workflow best practices and variance analysis techniques. It also highlights podcasts where CROs discuss scaling from $2 M to...

Handheld ultrasound systems are reshaping point‑of‑care imaging by delivering portable, real‑time diagnostic capability directly at the bedside. Their lightweight design allows clinicians to move quickly between patients, cutting imaging wait times and supporting rapid decision‑making in emergencies. The technology also...

Robin Radar Systems announced that its IRIS plug‑and‑play radar will be deployed by U.S. Department of Homeland Security, state agencies and FEMA for counter‑UAS operations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The system offers 360‑degree, 12‑km detection,...
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued three high‑profile ICT tenders aimed at overhauling its procurement ecosystem. One tender seeks an integrated strategic sourcing and e‑procurement platform that merges its current fragmented systems, integrates with existing ERP modules, and...

Transit agencies worldwide are replacing cash and paper tickets with contactless payments that use bank‑issued cards and mobile wallets, delivering a tap‑and‑pay experience identical to everyday purchases. Open‑loop systems route each tap through global payment networks, meeting sub‑300 ms response times...
Cleaver-Brooks has introduced the ClearAir air‑to‑water heat pump, targeting hydronic heating across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. The unit delivers up to 103 kW of thermal output and can heat water to 80 °C, eliminating the need for distribution upgrades. It features...

Cyan Renewables, LX International and Blue Water Shipping have signed an MOU to build a 200,000 sqm offshore‑wind marshalling port in Dangjin, South Korea. The facility will feature a 480‑metre quay, a 14‑metre deep‑water berth and a ground‑bearing capacity of 10‑30 t/m² to...

Irish SMEs are already experimenting with AI, mainly for routine tasks such as rewriting emails and documents, but most deployments remain shallow. Experts stress that meaningful AI impact requires solid digital foundations, structured data, and a clear process‑first sequence before...

The PYMNTS Intelligence report finds that as financial stress eases, U.S. consumers are increasingly planning purchases rather than using credit spontaneously. Yet 42 % still doubt they will be approved for a new card, and 15 % experience denial while 43 % never...

Amul has launched an AI‑driven dairy platform, Sarlaben, to serve 3.6 million women milk producers in Gujarat. The system pulls from over two billion milk transactions, veterinary records and satellite imagery, delivering personalised, Gujarati‑language advice via a mobile app and voice calls....

A new review of 191 papers highlights that robotic weed control in rice is moving toward AI‑driven sensor fusion and amphibious platforms. Paddy fields pose extreme challenges—water, mud, glare and plant similarity degrade detection and mobility. Researchers argue that edge...

The Google Pixel 10a, virtually unchanged from its predecessor, now has a growing ecosystem of protective cases that preserve its slim silhouette while adding drop protection, scratch resistance, and magnetic functionality. First‑party silicone offers a velvety feel and incorporates 36% recycled...

FRV announced a portfolio of more than 1 GW/5 GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Spain, slated to reach ready‑to‑build status between 2026 and 2027. The pipeline includes hybrid solar‑plus‑storage projects and stand‑alone batteries across Extremadura, Andalusia, Catalonia and Cantabria....

EscalaX announced a strategic partnership with privacy‑focused consultancy BidSafe One to strengthen its data‑protection and regulatory compliance posture. The collaboration will help EscalaX optimise consent management and align its operations with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, IAB TCF and GPP standards. By integrating...
In 2026 brands are abandoning the traditional 30‑second spot for vertical, episodic micro‑dramas that unfold on smartphones. Campaigns like Prada’s global series, Ajio’s *Suit Yourself*, and Cash App’s financial‑literacy reels treat the product as a background character while foregrounding emotion. The...

Simbian unveiled its AI Pentest Agent, the first autonomous penetration‑testing solution that embeds business context to prioritize real‑world risk. Developed with LRQA, the agent delivers on‑demand assessments in hours, replacing periodic manual tests and providing transparent reasoning traces. It operates...

A Life Cycle Assessment by Oregon State University found Continuum Powders’ recycled nickel powder reduces global warming potential (GWP) by 58.8% versus virgin nickel. When the recycled feedstock is paired with green electricity and green argon, the GWP drop reaches...