AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES SECURITY INSPECTOR
Three suspected JeM terrorists killed in gunfight with security forces in J&K's Doda
Three terrorists, suspected to be affiliated with the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit, were killed in a gunfight that lasted over six hours in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The incident occurred amid an intensified cordon-and-search operation launched by the police, Army, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following twin terrorist attacks in the hill district on June 11 and 12. Security forces intensified their anti-terrorist operations and announced a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh each on information about four Pakistani terrorists believed to have infiltrated the district.
Demerger to secure synergies across biz verticals, says Tata Motors Chairman N Chandrasekaran
Tata Motors is planning to demerge its existing automotive businesses into two listed entities, a move aimed at enhancing synergies across its Passenger Vehicles (PV) and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) segments. This step is expected to boost collaborations in electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous vehicles. Tata Motors Chairman N Chandrasekaran made this announcement at the company's 79th Annual General Meeting on Monday.
iCET Meet: Doval, Sullivan focus on co-production, co-development, R&D
NSA Ajit Doval and US counterpart Jake Sullivan met for the second iCET meeting, focusing on co-production, co-development, and R&D. They emphasized staying at the forefront of innovation and coordinating with allies for secure technology solutions. They highlighted the need to safeguard sensitive technologies from leaks to countries of concern, without naming China.
Elon Musk wins back his huge Tesla payday in shareholder vote
Tesla shareholders voted to reinstate CEO Elon Musk's $44.9 billion pay package, previously rejected by a Delaware judge. The package remains tied up in court as Tesla appeals the decision.
Demerger of biz to help commercial vehicle business capitalise on opportunities globally: Tata Motors
Tata Motors is planning to demerge its commercial vehicle (CV) and passenger vehicle (PV) segments into two separate listed entities to better capitalize on global growth opportunities. The CV business and related investments will be housed in one entity, while the PV business, including electric vehicles (EVs), Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and its related investments, will come under a separate listed entity.
Sebi plans to allow local MFs to invest in overseas funds
Currently, there is ambiguity regarding rules on investments in such overseas funds. This deters mutual funds from investing in those overseas mutual funds and index funds that invest in a basket of countries, including India.
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"Proud of my brother": Sister of IAF soldier killed in Poonch; mortal remains arrive in MP's Chhindwara for last rites
Corporal Vikky Pahade, an Indian Air Force soldier who lost his life in a terrorist attack in the Poonch Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, was honored as his mortal remains arrived in his hometown of Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, for last rites. His sister, Geeta Pahade, a sub-inspector, expressed pride in her brother and called for justice. Pahade's brother-in-law mentioned the family's pride but also highlighted the tragedy of losing their only son.
Semiconductor company Mindgrove launches India’s first commercial MCU chip
Mindgrove Technologies introduced Secure IoT, India’s first SoC for IoT devices, with programmability, flexibility, and security. It targets wearables, smart city devices, EV battery management systems, and offers design support for Indian brands to innovate.
Pak: Restrictions imposed on movement of Chinese nationals sans armoured vehicles
Deputy Inspector General of Police in Hazara range, Tahir Ayub Khan, stated, "As we're adopting all possible measures for the safety of Chinese nationals, they shouldn't travel in the province without armoured vehicles in line with the government's directions.
Udhampur: Anti-terror operation enters day 3, forces deploy unmanned aerial vehicle to track terrorists
Security forces are using an unmanned aerial vehicle to track down the terrorists, who are hiding, taking cover of thick vegetation.
China lifts restrictions, gives all clear nod for Tesla cars as Musk lobbies hard in surprise visit to Beijing
The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers and the National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team/Coordination Centre of China on Monday published a list of 76 models of intelligent connected vehicles that meet the country's auto data security requirements, including those from Tesla.
What is Tesla's Full Self Driving and why its China rollout matters
Tesla CEO Elon Musk made an unannounced visit to Beijing to discuss the rollout of Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and data transfer permissions. Musk met with Premier Li Qiang, sharing a photo on social media. Tesla cleared regulatory hurdles for FSD in China, potentially boosting competition in the auto market. The move could also help Tesla navigate regulatory challenges and declining EV sales, while aligning with China's push for technological innovation and competition in the autonomous driving sector.
Not an April Fools joke: Bhavish Aggarwal teases Ola Solo, world's first self-driven electric scooter
Ola Electric's CEO Bhavish Aggarwal introduces Ola Solo, the first autonomous electric scooter. Packed with advanced AI technology, safety features, and a unique 'Juice Up' capability, the scooter aims to revolutionize ride-hailing and local commerce.
Minda Corporation rolls out one million two-wheeler smart keyless system
With a workforce of more than 16,000 people, Spark Minda operates 29 manufacturing facilities across India, Vietnam, and Indonesia, in addition to R&D facilities located in Pune and Bangalore. The company has recently expanded its global footprint by opening offices in Japan and Italy for the integration of its operations.
AI titan Nvidia ramps up collaboration with Chinese auto giants
Nvidia on Monday announced a major expansion of its collaboration with world-leading BYD and other Chinese electric car makers, including on the development of autonomous AI-boosted vehicles. Nvidia said other major Chinese EV firms, including XPeng, Li Auto, ZEEKR and GAC Aion have also adopted the Thor platform, which was first announced in 2022.
MeitY cybersecurity group seeks ideas in thrust areas
Researchers, scientists, engineers, technologists and faculty members working in universities, academic institutions, and registered scientific societies, among others can submit R&D project proposals for grants-in-aid support.
Tata Motors to split into 2 listed companies
While the commercial vehicle business and its related investments will be housed in one entity, the passenger vehicle business (PV), electric vehicles, JLR and its related investments will form another entity "as there are limited synergies" between the two, the company said in a stock exchange filing on Monday.
US says to investigate national security data risks from Chinese vehicles
The U.S. Commerce Department probe is because Chinese assembled smart vehicles could collect sensitive data about U.S. citizens and infrastructure and send the data to China, the White House said.
General Motors Q4 Results: Co reports higher profits on robust vehicle pricing
General Motors reported higher quarterly profits Tuesday thanks to continued robust vehicle pricing amid strong North American demand, offsetting the hit from a labor strike. The company relied heavily on its North American division, where sales of full-size pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles remained lofty.
Autonomous driving firm Aurora lays off 3% staff
Aurora Innovation, an autonomous vehicle technology company, has announced a workforce reduction of 3% as part of a reorganization exercise. The company, which had 1,700 employees by the end of 2022, conducted a review to ensure maximum efficiency. In a statement attributed to Cristopher Barrett, the senior vice president of people, Aurora confirmed that a limited number of roles were eliminated.
China issues safety guidelines for autonomous public transport vehicles
The guidelines apply to autonomous vehicles for passengers including taxis as well as for freight transportation, the ministry of transport said in a statement.
Pentagon's AI initiatives accelerate hard decisions on lethal autonomous weapons
Yhe Pentagon is intent on fielding multiple thousands of relatively inexpensive, expendable AI-enabled autonomous vehicles by 2026 to keep pace with China.
Pentagon's AI initiatives accelerate hard decisions on lethal autonomous weapons
Pentagon is intent on fielding multiple thousands of relatively inexpensive, expendable AI-enabled autonomous vehicles by 2026 to keep pace with China.
Vehicles to soon drive around with 'shields' to fend off cyberattacks
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has put forth a proposal for uniform Cyber Security and Management Systems (CSMS) provisions, specifically targeting certain categories of four-wheelers, encompassing both passenger and commercial vehicles. The objective is to fortify these vehicles against potential cyber threats that could compromise their functions.
Indian Navy to unveil new Autonomous boat swarms and AUVs at Swavlamban seminar
India is gearing up for the second edition of the Naval Innovation and Indigenization Seminar, which will showcase groundbreaking developments including Autonomous Weaponized Boat Swarms and Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). The Indian Navy has partnered with Sagar Defence Engineering Pvt. Ltd for the advancement of the boat swarms, and has also procured 30 AUVs from the company.
Telcos call for definition of critical services in machine communications segment
Telecom operators are urging the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to define critical M2M services, which would require them to be provided using licensed spectrum and in compliance with security conditions. Top-level security is necessary for services like autonomous cars, remote surgeries, and financial transactions.
Delhi Police inspector dies in tragic car accident after truck rams into vehicle
Inspector Jagbir Singh, known for his service in the security unit, leaves behind a grieving department and community. The incident has sparked an intense search for the truck driver who fled the scene immediately after the accident. Authorities are diligently pursuing legal action against the driver and are working tirelessly to locate him.
Chinese autonomous vehicle tech raises concerns: US transportation chief
In a July 17 letter to the transportation chief and secretary of commerce Gina Raimondo, a bipartisan group of four lawmakers asked for an investigation into the prevalence of Chinese AV technology in the United States and how it can be restricted.
India becomes destination for auto OEMs to secure their digital content needs
Indian engineering services providers have been developing automotive talent both in house and in collaboration with the academia. With Indian OEMs and startups starting and scaling up EV programmes, the requirement and sources of automotive talent have gone up.
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