DRONE SURVEY
Russia's Novorossiysk authorities limit beach access after sea drones attacks
The mayor of Novorossiysk, Andrei Kravchenko, announced that beach access in the Russian Black Sea port city would be restricted until 09:00 (0600 GMT) on July 3 due to ongoing operational activities following a reported sea drone attack. Kravchenko urged residents and visitors to avoid beach areas, embankments, and recreational zones along the water's edge during this period. The city has been on alert amid tensions, with accusations from Russia of attacks by Ukraine on its Black Sea ports and the annexed Crimean Peninsula, although details and damage assessments are often not fully disclosed by Russian officials.
Property digitisation benefits all: Enhancing transparency and efficiency in the real estate sector
The new government announces assistance for 3 crore homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, reinforcing GoI's commitment to affordable housing and potentially boosting GDP by over $500 bn.
Property digitisation benefits all: Enhancing transparency and efficiency in the real estate sector
The new government announces assistance for 3 crore homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), potentially boosting GDP by over $500 billion.
Google to make Pixel in Tamil Nadu, confirms MK Stalin; drones coming up next?
Alphabet Inc., led by Sundar Pichai, will produce its flagship smartphones in Tamil Nadu, announced Chief Minister MK Stalin. Partnering with Foxconn, they plan to manufacture Pixel phones and potentially drones. This move aligns with Google's 2023 announcement to manufacture Pixel 8 smartphones in India, following Apple and Samsung's production shifts.
Lok Sabha Polls: "33,000 policemen, 51 paramilitary companies, 17,500 Home Guards to be deployed in Delhi": DCP Sanjay Sehrawat
33,000 Delhi Police personnel, 51 paramilitary companies, and 17,500 Home Guards from Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh to be deployed for Lok Sabha polls on May 25. Delhi Police completed preparations with drones and CCTV monitoring sensitive areas.
Govt needs to further expand PLI scheme to make India 'Global Drone Hub': Report
As per the Ministry of Civil Aviation projections, the Indian drone manufacturing industry is expected to reach Rs 900 crore by 2025 from just Rs 60 crore in 2020-21, according to a study conducted by Nexgen Exhibitions. It also noted that the Indian drone market is expected to grow at 22.15 per cent CAGR (compounded annual growth rate) during the 2024-30 period.
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IG Drones secures work order to conduct drone survey at NMDC Diamond Mining Project, Panna
IG Drones conducts drone surveys at the diamond mining project in Panna, Madhya Pradesh. The company aims to establish India as the global drone hub by 2030.
Flying high: AI-powered drones that think on their own are pushing the innovation envelope for India
Drone manufacturing can be a $4.2 billion business in India and some startups are pushing the frontiers in this high-tech game. But is the ecosystem conducive enough for drone companies that aim to develop autonomous tech indigenously?
Oil dips on profit taking after price crosses $85
Brent crude oil futures for May fell 41 cents, or 0.5%, to $85.01 a barrel at 1234 GMT, after crossing $85 a barrel for the first time since November on Thursday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for April fell 32 cents, or 0.4%, to $80.94.
5,000 women in Haryana to be given drone training: CM Khattar
Addressing a 'Lakhpati Didi' sammelan in Karnal, Khattar said that under this programme, 102 women have been given drone training and work has also been provided in various departments. The chief minister said being an agrarian state, there is a great need for drones for the farmers here.
India's 'drone sisters' steer farming and social change
The Drone Sister program in India empowers rural women by providing them with training to become drone pilots. It challenges patriarchal attitudes, reduces labor costs, and promotes rural entrepreneurship. Women in the program gain confidence and inspire others to join.
Drones likely to be pressed into maritime surveillance, say officials
Security agencies plan to implement drone surveillance systems along the coastal regions of Mumbai and Goa to enhance maritime security. The deployment of long-range drones with night vision and thermal imaging capabilities is crucial in fortifying coastal defences against potential threats.
IG Drones secures order from Defence Ministry to supply surveillance drones
This is a landmark deal for the drone manufacturer, which will be assisting the defence ministry in its operations.
AI, machine learning systems, drones show new-age face of Kerala's plantation sector
As many as 166 stalls by 120 entrepreneurs were open for the public at the expo organised by the Plantation Directorate of the State Industries Department.
IG Drones to survey Uttarakhand metro’s PRT Corridor; Part of India’s 1st Neo Metro Project
IG Drones will help prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) by surveying the project through high-tech drones.
23 going on 24: Making sense of a chaotic yet colourful year for India's tech sector
From 15.4 billion downloaded games to 138.08 crore people covered by Aadhar, India's tech sector had an eventful 2023. ET takes a look at the top 23 moments from 2023.
GSI plans to install AI for use in mineral exploration
Geological Survey of India director general Janardan Prasad said with the use of AI and ML technology in the field of mineral exploration, integration of various datasets using time-tested machine learning algorithms are gaining popularity.
Gurgaon Traffic Police deploy drones to track your every move, issue challan for violation
The Gurgaon police have implemented drones for traffic management on NH-8, marking the first instance of such technology being used for this purpose in the city. The drones will identify congestion, facilitate quicker response times, and issue fines for lane driving violations. The introduction of drones is expected to improve compliance among drivers and reduce accidents caused by unsafe lane changing.
Meet Botlab Dynamics, the startup behind dazzling drone show at World Cup final
Botlab – which counts the Department of Science and Technology, I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics, Let’s Venture, and Florintree Advisors among its investors – has developed drone swarm technology that makes multiple drones ‘talk to each other’ and fly in a coordinated way together, autonomously.
Manipur: Army provides assistance in carrying out aerial/drone survey for damage assessment of agriculture land
A defence spokesperson said that the Agriculture Team was required to physically verify paddy fields which could not be cultivated due to the security situation in the State post eruption of Ethnic Clashes in May.
Drone startup UrbanMatrix Technologies raises Rs 6 crore in funding
The funds will be allocated towards product development, team expansion and expanding into new markets, the company said in a statement.
Garuda Aerospace secures Rs 25 crores in funding led by Venture Catalysts, WeFounderCircle, others
The fresh capital will be allocated towards fulfilling working capital requirements associated with its existing drone orders, the company said.
India’s skilled workforce taps new avenues, unemployment lowest in six years: Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India's expanding economy is creating new opportunities for the youth, with the country's unemployment rate at its lowest level in six years. He emphasized that the benefits of development are reaching both rural and urban areas equally, leading to increased opportunities in both villages and cities. Modi also highlighted the significant increase in women's participation in the workforce and the focus on skill development in recent years.
Going public: How Ranbir Kapoor and Aamir Khan-backed DroneAcharya made a stellar SME IPO debut
DroneAcharya share sale saw overwhelming interest from retail and HNI segments. For founder Prateek Srivastava, it was a validation of a strategy being successful and giving the company the visibility to grow further.
This Pune firm to provide unmanned, weaponised boats, undersea drones to counter Chinese threats
Indian security forces are planning to deploy unmanned weaponized marine boats and undersea drone swarms to bolster security measures along the Indian coastline and the strategically significant Pangong Lake in eastern Ladakh. The Indian Navy has approved the acquisition of 12 autonomous weaponized boat swarms, which will provide tactical advantages in underwater and surface warfare. These boats have advanced cameras, radar tracking systems, and can be controlled remotely. They are capable of running for 48 hours on a single tank of fuel and offer 360-degree situational awareness.
Bharat Drone Shakti-2023: Here is all you should know about the two-day exhibition
The event aims to showcase the potential of indigenous drone design and development, with over 50 live aerial demonstrations featuring various drone applications. The IAF has recognized the growing importance of drones in both military and civilian sectors and initiated the Meher Baba Swarm Drone competition to tap into India's drone capabilities.
Rajnath Singh to inaugurate Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 on Monday; will induct C-295 transport aircraft into IAF
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 exhibition on Monday. The Indian Air Force (IAF) will also formally induct the C-295 transport aircraft during the event. The exhibition, scheduled for September 25th and 26th, will showcase over 50 live aerial demonstrations, highlighting the potential of the Indian drone industry.
DroneAcharya successfully tests reusable rocket launch vehicle
The vehicle attained an altitude of about 3 km above ground and successfully landed using a parachute mechanism
Chennai gets India's first Police Drone Unit
Chennai City's Police Commissioner, Shankar Jaiswal, briefing media persons, said that drones have thermal object imaging facility and will detect if any suspect has a knife or some other objects on his body. He said that night patrolling will become much easier and based on information provided by drones, the suspects could be caught easily.
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