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India Today
3 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Chennai startup wins Rs 3 lakh for safety tech in old buildings at IIT Madras event
A startup developing fibre-optic sensors to monitor ageing infrastructure has bagged the top prize of 3 lakh at Sangam 2025, the annual global innovation and alumni summit hosted by IIT Madras and its alumni Sensing emerged as the winner at the startup pitchfest, held on July 4 in Bengaluru, where 20 deep tech and AI startups pitched their ideas to a gathering of over 250 investors and venture firm's product uses fibre-optic sensing systems for real-time monitoring of critical infrastructure, offering a scalable solution to detect structural gaps in bridges, buildings, and industrial facilities. The technology is poised to transform infrastructure safety, particularly in ageing urban environments.Q-AXIS MOTORS AND ZENTOR MEDTECH WINNERS TOO The second prize went to Q-axis Motors, a startup that has developed India's first sub-100rad precision gimbals, designed for use in defence, drone, and surveillance systems. Their high-precision motion control devices offer vital improvements in stability and targeting for unmanned systems and aerial third place was Zentor Medtech, which has created the world's first patented solid-state laser technology for eye surgery. The innovation promises to enhance the precision and safety of ophthalmic procedures, offering an alternative to conventional laser equipment with solid-state AI, INNOVATION, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIPHeld on July 4 and 5 in Bengaluru, Sangam 2025 brought together over 500 participants, including entrepreneurs, faculty, alumni, and investors. The theme revolved around Artificial Intelligence, innovation, and entrepreneurship, reinforcing IIT Madras's position as a national leader in deep tech research and commercialisation. (L_R) Prof Ashwin Mahalingam, Prof V Kamakoti, Shri Piyush Goyal, Shyamala Rajaram at Sangam 2025 Event in Bangalore on 5th July 2025 Speaking at the event, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said: 'I have seen the passion, the enthusiasm, the bright ideas and the willingness to explore the unknown, the spirit of inquiry that all of you have demonstrated, it truly makes all of us proud of your work so much that now, having committed the entire first tranche of 'Fund of Funds' of Rs. 10,000 Crore in the last budget, now another Rs. 10,000 Crore has now been provided as Tranche 2.'He further shared that the Cabinet has approved a $12 billion (Rs 1 lakh crore) interest-free loan to the Department of Science and Technology, aimed at supporting new technologies through flexible funding models that can be reinvested as innovations MADRAS PUSHES FOR 'VIKSIT BHARAT 2047'advertisementSpeaking earlier, Prof. V Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, 'IIT Madras is committed to playing a pivotal role in shaping 'Viksit Bharat 2047'. At the forefront of its agenda are innovation and entrepreneurship, which are key drivers for National progress. The upcoming 'Sangam 2025' event embodies this vision, with a series of thoughtfully curated events designed to empower India to emerge as a nation of entrepreneurs and a global leader in product innovation.'The event was also addressed by other eminent personalities, including Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures & Co-founder of Infosys, Dr S Somanath, Vikram Sarabhai Professor and Former Chairman of ISRO -- both distinguished alumni of IIT Madras -- and Shri Tejasvi Surya, Hon'ble Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Bengaluru event also featured high-profile sessions with Aparna Chennapragada (Microsoft), Srinivas Narayanan (OpenAI), Tarun Mehta (Ather Energy), Kris Gopalakrishnan (Infosys), and Dr S Somanath (former ISRO Chairman) -- all IIT Madras STARTUPS TO GLOBAL IMPACTThe Pitchfest showcased innovations across AI, health, biotech, quantum computing, logistics, and climate tech. All selected startups will now receive support from the IIT Madras Innovation Ecosystem, which has already nurtured over 500 startups in the last Shyamala Rajaram, President of the IIT Madras Alumni Association, said: 'Sangam 2025 is the powerful confluence of IIT Madras and its global alumni -- sparking bold conversations on innovation and entrepreneurship.'With initiatives like these, IIT Madras continues to strengthen its role as a global hub for technology-driven transformation and economic progress.- Ends
Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Honor X9c 5G set to launch in India soon via Amazon: Here's what to expect
HONOR is preparing to launch its X9c 5G smartphone in India soon. The company has officially confirmed that the device will be available exclusively through Amazon. Although the launch date has not been revealed yet, a promotional page is already live on Amazon's platform. The HONOR X9c 5G was initially introduced in select international markets in November 2024 and is now being adapted for Indian consumers. The HONOR X9c 5G is set to launch in India soon and will be available exclusively on Amazon.(Honor) The Indian variant of the HONOR X9c 5G is expected to share several specifications with its global counterpart. One of the highlighted features is a 108MP main rear camera with an f/1.7 aperture and support for up to 3x lossless zoom. The rear camera setup will also include both optical and electronic image stabilisation, and AI-based tools such as AI Erase and Motion Sensing. Also read: Honor 200 Lite vs Moto G85: Which smartphone to buy under Rs.20000 Honor X9c 5G: Key Features (Confirmed) According to details revealed on Amazon's microsite, the Honor X9c 5G holds an SGS certification for drop resistance. It also carries an IP65M rating to give protection against dust and water splashes. The device is built to maintain stable performance even under extreme temperatures, supported by Honor's Power Management System. The phone measures 7.98 mm in thickness and weighs 189 grams. Also read: AR in retail: How Augmented Reality is transforming shopping experiences The phone is equipped with a large 6,600mAh battery and supports 66W wired SuperCharge, which allows for faster charging. For photography, the device features a 108MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture and supports up to 3x lossless zoom. The rear camera features both optical image stabilisation (OIS) and electronic image stabilisation (EIS). It also supports AI-based editing tools such as AI Erase and Motion Sensing. Furthermore, the Honor X9c 5G runs on MagicOS 9.0, based on Android 15. It features a dual stereo speaker setup, which the company says increases sound volume by up to three times. The device features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution. It also offers a 120Hz refresh rate, brightness up to 4,000 nits, and a 3,840Hz PWM dimming rate. Also read: Using this one word is sabotaging your AI prompts: Here's how to fix it Under the hood, the global version of the phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset and includes a 16MP front camera for selfies. These specifications are likely to be retained in the Indian version. Honor X9c 5G: Global Price In Malaysia, the Honor X9c 5G is priced at MYR 1,499 (approximately Rs. 28,700) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model, while the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant is priced at MYR 1,699 (approximately Rs. 32,500). Mobile finder: OPPO Reno 14 Pro LATEST price, specs and all details
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Clipper storm to bring heavy snow to Ottawa, Montreal and graze US northern tier
A storm tracking in from northwestern Canada will dive toward the Great Lakes Friday and then swing across the St. Lawrence Valley this weekend, producing a swath of heavy snow in an area that has been hit with major snowfalls in the past month, AccuWeather meteorologists warn. The zone from central and southeastern Ontario to southern Quebec, as well as the northern tier of New England and northern New York, have been hammered by relentless storms with heavy snow, AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Tom Kines said. This map depicts the depth of snow on the ground (inches) based on satellite data as of Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Remote Sensing Center) The storms have blessed the ski slopes with deep natural snow, but they have also caused major travel disruptions. "In some cases, snow from the storms during February delivered two times the average snow for the month and has made up deficits from a lack of snow earlier in the winter," Kines explained. Plattsburgh, New York, has picked up nearly 25 inches of snow as of Feb. 25, compared to a normal monthly historical average of 13 inches. Meanwhile, Toronto measured 28 inches (71 centimeters) of snow during the same period compared to a month-long February average of 15 inches (38 centimeters). Montreal and Ottawa have both picked up close to 40 inches (more than 100 centimeters) of snow this month. The impending storm will trigger airline delays and flight cancellations at the major hubs in southeastern Canada. The storm from Friday to Saturday will follow similar but somewhat milder clipper storms during the early and middle parts of this week, which have deposited up to a few inches (several centimeters) of the app? Unlock AccuWeather Alerts™ with Premium+ The end-of-the-week storm will bring a strip of 6-10 inches (15-25 centimeters) of snow from part of the shoreline of Lake Superior and central Ontario to much of the Ottawa and St. Lawrence valleys. Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City, as well as Caribou, Maine, are all in the heavy snow zone from the storm. A moderate to heavy amount of snow will fall on northern Michigan and the northern parts of New York, Vermont and New Hampshire. Just south of the heavy snow area, there will be a narrow zone where a wintry mix and rain showers can occur. However, most of this storm's precipitation will fall on the colder side and take the form of snow due to a lack of Gulf and Atlantic moisture available to the storm. What will likely be a bigger factor in the storm's warmer zone will be gusty winds. "The strongest winds from the storm are likely to be over portions of the northern Plains and the Upper Midwest from Friday to Friday night," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson said, "The storm may lose some intensity as it pivots into the Northeast on Saturday, but it will still be a blustery day south of the snow area." A large swath with winds of 30-40 mph gusts will extend across much of the North Central states with a pocket of 40- to 50-mph gusts and an AccuWeather Local StormMax™ of 60 mph from the eastern part of the Dakotas to southwestern Michigan. A larger pool of chilly air will sag southward in the wake of the late-week clipper storm. High temperatures in the wake of the storm will be slashed by about 20 degrees in cities such as Chicago from Friday to Saturday and in New York City from Saturday to Sunday. Highs in the 50s in both cities will be swapped with highs in the 30s. AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will be some 10-25 degrees lower than the actual temperature, especially in the shade. Unlike the persistent cold from much of February, this chilly shot should not last more than a day or two for most of the Midwest and Northeast. Want next-level safety, ad-free? Unlock advanced, hyperlocal severe weather alerts when you subscribe to Premium+ on the AccuWeather app. AccuWeather Alerts™ are prompted by our expert meteorologists who monitor and analyze dangerous weather risks 24/7 to keep you and your family safer.
