https://mumbaimirror.online/c/tech Tech en-IN https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-western-railway-rolls-out-revised-mumbai-local-train-timetable-e026fafa4b https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-western-railway-rolls-out-revised-mumbai-local-train-timetable-e026fafa4b The new schedule, introduced on September 1, adds six suburban services, withdraws six existing ones and takes the total to 1,414 services. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:54:47 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-crane-operators-injured-in-fire-during-cargo-unloading-at-mumbai-p-9fc208c19f https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-crane-operators-injured-in-fire-during-cargo-unloading-at-mumbai-p-9fc208c19f A crane caught fire at Mumbai Port around 7.30 pm on August 31 while cargo was being unloaded from the Barbados-flagged vessel Vienna. Two operators were injured and taken to St George Hospital. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco Payments infrastructure firm Juspay closed a $50 million funding round led by WestBridge Capital, valuing the Bengaluru-based startup at about $1.2 billion. The company said the round includes primary and secondary components, offering liquidity to early investors and employees while backing expansion plans. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-students-protest-new-ugc-guidelines-concerns-raised-over-equity-rules- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-students-protest-new-ugc-guidelines-concerns-raised-over-equity-rules- Student groups have held protests against new UGC guidelines, as reported in live updates on 28 January 2026. The issue centres on how equity and anti-discrimination rules are framed and how complaints and safeguards could work in campus grievance systems. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-becomes-india-s-first-unicorn https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-becomes-india-s-first-unicorn Bengaluru-based payments infrastructure firm Juspay has closed a $50 million Series D follow-on round led by WestBridge Capital, taking its valuation to about $1.2 billion and marking India’s first unicorn of 2026. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-anthropic-plans-first-india-office-in-2026-as-demand-for-ai-tools-grow https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-anthropic-plans-first-india-office-in-2026-as-demand-for-ai-tools-grow AI startup Anthropic has announced plans to open its first office in India in early 2026, choosing Bengaluru as its base. The move reflects growing enterprise and consumer appetite for AI tools in India, and intensifying competition among global AI firms in the market. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds India’s technology sector has begun 2026 with weaker hiring intent, as active tech job openings fell year-on-year, according to a report by staffing firm Xpheno. Demand remains concentrated in major hubs like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Delhi-NCR, but the report suggests the market is still far below its early-2022 peak, with mid-senior and senior roles under pressure. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-indigo-starts-direct-india-greece-flights-using-a321xlr-opening-a-new- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-indigo-starts-direct-india-greece-flights-using-a321xlr-opening-a-new- IndiGo has launched non-stop flights between India and Greece, operating from Mumbai and Delhi to Athens. The move expands long-haul connectivity for Indian travellers and is expected to boost leisure travel and business links between the two countries. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-psa-office-releases-techno-legal-ai-governance-white-paper-ahead-of-in https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-psa-office-releases-techno-legal-ai-governance-white-paper-ahead-of-in The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser has released a white paper proposing a “techno-legal” approach to AI governance, combining baseline legal safeguards with technical controls and institutional mechanisms to build a trusted AI ecosystem while preserving innovation. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:42:59 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-falls-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-falls-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds India’s technology job market has begun 2026 with a notable drop in active openings compared with a year earlier, according to a report by staffing firm Xpheno. The data points to weaker demand across many cohorts, with some resilience in global capability centres even as overall hiring remains subdued. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:30:49 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-gartner-india-s-it-spend-to-cross-176-billion-in-2026-data-centre-syst https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-gartner-india-s-it-spend-to-cross-176-billion-in-2026-data-centre-syst India’s IT spend is projected to cross $176 billion in 2026, with data centre systems forecast as the fastest-growing segment. Gartner links the surge to AI infrastructure demand, as enterprises and government initiatives scale model training, inferencing and data-heavy workloads—accelerating investment in GPUs, capacity and sovereign cloud. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:31:38 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-proposes-tougher-smartphone-security-standards-including-source- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-proposes-tougher-smartphone-security-standards-including-source- India is considering a wide set of smartphone security requirements that would ask manufacturers to share source code and notify the government of major updates—moves the industry says are unprecedented and could expose proprietary information. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:27:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-isro-s-pslv-c62-mission-set-to-deploy-eos-n1-and-multiple-payloads-ope https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-isro-s-pslv-c62-mission-set-to-deploy-eos-n1-and-multiple-payloads-ope ISRO scheduled its PSLV-C62 mission for 12 January 2026 from Sriharikota, with EOS-N1 as the primary payload and additional co-passenger satellites for domestic and international customers. The launch, coordinated with NSIL, reflects India’s steady cadence in earth observation and commercial rideshare services. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:18:33 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-nasscom-urges-budget-2026-measures-on-startup-taxes-and-clearer-cloud- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-nasscom-urges-budget-2026-measures-on-startup-taxes-and-clearer-cloud- Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Nasscom has sought startup-friendly tax changes and clearer guidance on cloud computing regulation and taxation. The industry body highlighted ESOP taxation concerns and called for more certainty for foreign cloud providers using Indian data centres. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:07:54 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-isro-s-pslv-c62-mission-to-open-2026-launch-calendar-with-eos-n1-and-m https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-isro-s-pslv-c62-mission-to-open-2026-launch-calendar-with-eos-n1-and-m ISRO is set to begin its 2026 orbital schedule with the PSLV-C62 mission from Sriharikota, launching the EOS-N1 Earth observation satellite and additional payloads, signalling a renewed pace for India’s satellite and commercial launch ecosystem. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:28 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-ntpc-to-partner-with-clean-core-thorium-energy-to-develop-thorium-base https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-ntpc-to-partner-with-clean-core-thorium-energy-to-develop-thorium-base A report said NTPC is set to work with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy on developing thorium-based fuel for nuclear reactors. The move revives attention on India’s long-stated interest in thorium, given the country’s resource profile and the strategic goal of reducing reliance on imported nuclear fuel. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:47:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-republic-day-with-space-themed-doodle-spotlightin https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-republic-day-with-space-themed-doodle-spotlightin Google’s Republic Day 2026 Doodle highlights India’s space journey, using rocket and satellite motifs to celebrate national pride in ISRO and the country’s growing role in global space exploration. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:43:16 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-delhi-steps-up-city-upgrades-ahead-of-india-ai-impact-summit-2026-ligh https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-delhi-steps-up-city-upgrades-ahead-of-india-ai-impact-summit-2026-ligh Ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Delhi government has initiated a fast-tracked beautification and infrastructure push on key routes and public spaces, including LED lighting and decorative installations. The works aim to improve visitor experience and safety as the summit brings international delegates to New Delhi in February. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:34:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-budget-2026-nasscom-seeks-startup-friendly-esop-tax-relief-and-clearer https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-budget-2026-nasscom-seeks-startup-friendly-esop-tax-relief-and-clearer Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Nasscom has asked the government to extend tax deferment on ESOPs to a wider set of startups and to clarify cloud regulation and taxation rules for overseas cloud providers using Indian data centres, aiming to reduce uncertainty for investors and founders. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:24:46 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-union-budget-2026-ey-india-backs-expanding-pli-to-ai-robotics-space-se https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-union-budget-2026-ey-india-backs-expanding-pli-to-ai-robotics-space-se EY India has recommended extending the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to new technology areas including AI, space and robotics, while also calling for stronger tax certainty and a dedicated customs dispute resolution mechanism to improve investor confidence. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:16:26 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-mp-cabinet-clears-spacetech-policy-2026-to-boost-satellites-geospatial https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-mp-cabinet-clears-spacetech-policy-2026-to-boost-satellites-geospatial The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has approved implementation of SpaceTech Policy-2026, aimed at promoting innovation in satellite manufacturing, geospatial analysis and downstream applications. The policy is expected to attract investment and create jobs over the next five years, according to reporting carried by The Economic Times. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:09:39 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-space-themed-doodle-highli https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-space-themed-doodle-highli Google published a Republic Day Doodle that salutes India’s space journey, using rocket and satellite motifs to spotlight ISRO and the country’s recent missions. The illustration links national pride with innovation, reflecting how space achievements have become part of India’s modern identity story. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:05:42 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-lucknow-s-indira-gandhi-planetarium-to-launch-3d-full-dome-show-on-cha https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-lucknow-s-indira-gandhi-planetarium-to-launch-3d-full-dome-show-on-cha The Indira Gandhi Planetarium in Lucknow will begin screening a new 3D stereo full-dome experience on India’s lunar missions from Republic Day. The immersive show spotlights ISRO’s Chandrayaan programme with cinematic visuals aimed at students and general audiences alike. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-ai-smart-glasses-and-facial-recognition-delhi-tightens-tech-driven-sec https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-ai-smart-glasses-and-facial-recognition-delhi-tightens-tech-driven-sec Delhi Police has stepped up surveillance across the capital ahead of Republic Day, deploying AI-enabled smart glasses, facial recognition systems and video analytics, alongside intensified checks at entry and exit points to track suspicious movement and prevent incidents during celebrations. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:49:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-sam-altman-may-visit-india-as-global-ai-leaders-gather-for-new-delhi-s https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-sam-altman-may-visit-india-as-global-ai-leaders-gather-for-new-delhi-s Economic Times reports OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is expected to visit India around the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, where several global AI leaders are scheduled to participate. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:38:37 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-chip-push-gathers-pace-as-six-fabs-approved-kpmg-says-while-ou https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-chip-push-gathers-pace-as-six-fabs-approved-kpmg-says-while-ou A KPMG India note from WEF 2026 highlighted India’s semiconductor and AI push, stating that six fabrication plants have been approved and pointing to higher deep-tech R&D outlays and ecosystem building. The message: policy is shifting toward execution, partnerships and talent pipelines. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:31:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-shows-model-of-high-power-microwave-system-aimed-at-countering-dr https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-shows-model-of-high-power-microwave-system-aimed-at-countering-dr DRDO has unveiled a model of a high-power microwave directed-energy system under development to defeat swarms of drones, according to defence publication Janes. The system, developed by DRDO’s MTRDC in Bengaluru, is reported to be in trials and has demonstrated the ability to disable small quadcopter-class UAVs at up to around a kilometre. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:20:04 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-eon-space-labs-ai-earth-imaging-payload-mira-planned-on-pslv-c62-to-pr https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-eon-space-labs-ai-earth-imaging-payload-mira-planned-on-pslv-c62-to-pr Hyderabad-based Eon Space Labs planned to fly its indigenous multispectral Earth-imaging payload MIRA on ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission to demonstrate on-board AI processing. The system is designed to analyse images in orbit and transmit insights instead of raw imagery, aiming to reduce bandwidth requirements for Earth observation workflows. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:09:41 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-says-gaganyaan-unaffected-by-pslv-c62-deviation-outlines-sp https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-says-gaganyaan-unaffected-by-pslv-c62-deviation-outlines-sp ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan said the Gaganyaan mission remains unaffected despite a major deviation during the third stage of the recent PSLV-C62 mission. Speaking in Coimbatore, he also reiterated India’s long-term plans for a national space station, with work expected to begin in 2028 and the target for completion set at 2035. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:00:16 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-lucknow-s-indira-gandhi-planetarium-to-launch-immersive-3d-full-dome-s https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-lucknow-s-indira-gandhi-planetarium-to-launch-immersive-3d-full-dome-s A new 3D stereo full-dome planetarium show titled “The Moon Mission – India’s Journey to the Moon” will begin screening from Republic Day, offering an immersive look at ISRO’s Chandrayaan programme. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:49:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-shows-high-power-microwave-directed-energy-system-aimed-at-counte https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-shows-high-power-microwave-directed-energy-system-aimed-at-counte DRDO has unveiled a model of a high-power microwave directed-energy weapon system designed to defeat swarming drones. The system, under development at DRDO’s MTRDC in Bengaluru, was showcased at an electronic warfare conference and is undergoing trials. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:39:56 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-and-ai-push-showcased-at-davos-focus-on-fabs-eco https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-and-ai-push-showcased-at-davos-focus-on-fabs-eco At Davos-linked discussions, India’s semiconductor roadmap and AI infrastructure ambitions were highlighted, including plans for commercial production at semiconductor plants in 2026 and efforts to strengthen the end-to-end chip ecosystem. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:34:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-says-gaganyaan-unaffected-after-pslv-c62-deviation-outlines-india https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-says-gaganyaan-unaffected-after-pslv-c62-deviation-outlines-india ISRO Chairman Dr V. Narayanan said the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission remains unaffected despite a significant deviation during PSLV-C62’s third stage. He added that multiple projects are in progress and said work on an Indian space station is planned to begin in 2028 with a target of completion by 2035. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:25:11 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-trai-to-review-tariffs-for-domestic-leased-circuits-after-11-years-con https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-trai-to-review-tariffs-for-domestic-leased-circuits-after-11-years-con TRAI has initiated a review of tariff ceilings for domestic leased circuits (DLCs) after more than a decade, releasing a consultation paper to seek stakeholder comments. DLCs are dedicated private data lines used by enterprises, banks, hospitals, government bodies, data centres and cloud providers, and the review could influence how secure, high-capacity connectivity is priced in India’s evolving digital infrastructure market. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:14:17 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-meity-pushes-ai-content-labelling-and-watermarking-to-curb-deepfakes-a https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-meity-pushes-ai-content-labelling-and-watermarking-to-curb-deepfakes-a India’s IT ministry is working toward requirements for watermarking and labelling AI-generated content, citing misuse ranging from cybercrime to deepfakes and abusive imagery. The move would place a compliance burden on platforms and aims to make synthetic media easier to identify in everyday online sharing. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:07:28 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-elon-musk-pitches-moral-constitution-for-grok-after-ai-image-misuse-sp https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-elon-musk-pitches-moral-constitution-for-grok-after-ai-image-misuse-sp Elon Musk has said Grok should have a ‘moral constitution’ after global backlash over the misuse of AI tools to generate obscene or non-consensual images. The controversy has intensified debate on AI safety, guardrails and regulation—especially for image manipulation systems that can be used for harassment, deepfakes and sexualised content. The episode is also drawing attention in India and elsewhere to how quickly platforms must respond when abuse scales. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:03:55 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-wef-2026-report-flags-india-s-semiconductor-push-and-rapid-ai-adoption https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-wef-2026-report-flags-india-s-semiconductor-push-and-rapid-ai-adoption A KPMG report released around the World Economic Forum 2026 highlights India’s expanding role in global technology and trade, pointing to investments in semiconductor manufacturing, deep-tech R&D and accelerating AI adoption. The report argues that India is moving from policy ambition to execution, with a growing ecosystem spanning design, fabrication and related infrastructure. The theme reflects intensifying global competition to secure chips, talent and trusted digital systems. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:58:31 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-falls-24-year-on-year-at-start-of-2026-says-x https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-falls-24-year-on-year-at-start-of-2026-says-x India’s technology sector began 2026 with weaker hiring intent, as active tech job openings fell sharply compared with the previous year, according to a January 2026 report by staffing firm Xpheno. The report points to continuing sluggishness after a muted 2025, with sharper declines in mid-senior and senior hiring even as some entry-level roles show resilience. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:54:02 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-phonepe-s-sebi-cleared-ipo-puts-spotlight-on-upi-scale-and-fintech-exp https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-phonepe-s-sebi-cleared-ipo-puts-spotlight-on-upi-scale-and-fintech-exp With SEBI approval in hand, PhonePe’s planned IPO is now moving to the next stage. The development highlights how India’s UPI-driven payments boom is feeding into new fintech products, from lending tie-ups to insurance and broking. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:50:20 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-showcases-high-power-microwave-directed-energy-system-aimed-at-co https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-drdo-showcases-high-power-microwave-directed-energy-system-aimed-at-co DRDO unveiled a model of a high-power microwave directed-energy prototype designed to defeat swarms of unmanned aircraft systems, with officials indicating the programme began in 2019 and is undergoing trials. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:37:58 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-yoy-at-the-start-of-2026-xpheno-repo https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-yoy-at-the-start-of-2026-xpheno-repo India’s technology sector opened 2026 with weaker hiring intent, with active tech job openings down 24% year-on-year to about 103,000 roles, according to staffing firm Xpheno. The report says demand remains far below the early-2022 peak, while entry-level roles show limited improvement and senior hiring stays under pressure. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:29:51 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-says-gaganyaan-remains-unaffected-after-recent-pslv-mission-devia https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-says-gaganyaan-remains-unaffected-after-recent-pslv-mission-devia ISRO chairman said the human spaceflight programme remains on track even after a recent PSLV mission faced a deviation in its third stage, as the agency continues multiple ongoing projects. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:43:37 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-to-open-2026-launch-calendar-with-pslv-c62-on-jan-12-carrying-eos https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-to-open-2026-launch-calendar-with-pslv-c62-on-jan-12-carrying-eos ISRO is set to begin its 2026 orbital launch schedule with PSLV-C62 on January 12, 2026, carrying the EOS-N1 (Anvesha) earth-observation satellite. The mission also includes several co-passenger payloads, reflecting ISRO’s continued role in deploying domestic and international small satellites. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:21:24 GMT