GST boost: Maharashtra emerges as India’s top state tax contributor
Maharashtra now leads states in tax revenue after the Goods and Services Tax implementation. This growth is supported by high domestic consumption and a large services sector. State tax collections have strengthened significantly since the GST reform began. Tax buoyancy for twenty-six states improved substantially after the GST introduction. Technology adoption and a wider taxpayer base also boosted revenue collections.
Nobel economist challenges Elon Musk to donate his $1 trillion fortune by 2036
Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu challenged Elon Musk to donate his fortune by 2036. Musk responded positively, suggesting he may consider a major philanthropic move. His past giving has focused on science, education, and technology initiatives. Donating such a vast sum presents practical challenges regarding asset transfer and oversight. This potential commitment marks a notable shift in his philanthropic approach.
China's J-35 for Pak revives F-35 case for India despite Delhi's reluctance: Experts
US experts suggest offering F-35 jets to India as Pakistan may acquire Chinese J-35 fighters. India prefers technology transfer and domestic manufacturing over direct F-35 acquisition. Pakistan's J-35 induction expands China's military reach into South Asia. India's indigenous AMCA fighter is still years away from service. Integrating F-35 with Russian equipment poses significant security challenges.
The Ultimate Electric Speed War: Tesla Roadster 2026 vs Rimac Nevera - Who Reigns Supreme?
In the rapidly evolving world of electric hypercars, the Tesla Roadster 2026 and Rimac Nevera stand at the forefront, promising jaw-dropping power and speed. Buckle up as we dive into an electrifying head-to-head comparison of these two titans of technology!
Bill Gates' 2027 Predictions: Prepare to Be Shocked by His Bold Vision for the Future!
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world's richest individuals, has made startling predictions for 2027 that could reshape our perception of technology and philanthropy. As his net worth hovers around $120 billion, Gates shares insights that may alter the course of the next decade - and you won't want to miss them!
Indian IT stocks rally: Why TCS, Infosys, Wipro are rising as global AI stocks plunge
The gains came even as India's IT sector continues to face headwinds, including subdued discretionary technology spending, pricing pressure, higher employee costs and uncertainty over how artificial intelligence could affect conventional outsourcing revenues.
Mooted WA oil refinery ‘dinosaur technology’ amid clean energy transition, experts say
A feasibility study for the Western Australian project will show the project is uneconomic and requires government subsidies, experts sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLeading Australian climate policy experts say a new oil refinery in Western Australia would be an investment in “dinosaur technology” that would require public sub...
US bans Chinese humanoid robots that Elon Musk once called Tesla's biggest rival
The US Federal Communications Commission has banned Chinese humanoid robots citing national security concerns. Advanced robotic devices pose unacceptable risks to United States security and its citizens. These robots possess sensors capable of collecting sensitive data on their surroundings. China is identified as a significant competitor in the growing humanoid robot market. This move tightens US control on Chinese technology across various sectors.
AI tool will lead to more child refugees being treated as adults, charity warns
‘Racist bias’ overestimating ages in Home Office’s facial-recognition software will lead to solo children being housed with adults, says Human Rights NetworkFlawed and racialised models that underpin the AI-powered age-detection systems to be introduced by the British government will endanger children, rights groups and children’s charities have warned.Urging ministers to reverse plans to introduce facial age-estimation technology to screen migrants, critics have warned that black children arriv...
Queensland and NT reject Labor’s push to ensure that power-hungry AI datacentres use renewable energy
Federal-state stoush comes as rating agency warns that electricity bills could skyrocketFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland and the Northern Territory have rejected the federal government’s plans to mandate that AI datacentres use renewable power, rubbishing Anthony Albanese’s proposals to regulate the booming technology as “underdeveloped ideas that hand increased power to Canberra”.The latest federal-state...
Queensland and NT reject Labor’s push to ensure that power-hungry AI datacentres use renewable energy
Federal-state stoush comes as rating agency warns that electricity bills could skyrocketFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland and the Northern Territory have rejected the federal government’s plans to mandate that AI datacentres use renewable power, rubbishing Anthony Albanese’s proposals to regulate the booming technology as “underdeveloped ideas that hand increased power to Canberra”.The latest federal-state...
Zelenskyy says Putin 'lost the initiative' as Ukraine's tech industry reshapes the war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Fox News that Russian President Vladimir Putin lost the initiative in the war between the two countries in a Tuesday interview, arguing Ukraine's military technology has changed the battlefield dynamic.Speaking to Fox News host Sean Hannity following the funeral of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., Zelenskyy reflected on Graham's support for Ukraine while discussing the state of the war and the prospects of peace negotiations."Since the beginning...
OpenAI’s rogue agent hacked an account at a second technology firm: Report
The latest hack comes after an autonomous agent escaped a controlled test and accessed AI firm Hugging Face’s servers.
FCC bans humanoid robots from China, citing ‘unacceptable risks’
Move comes as the Trump administration has increasingly sought to keep Chinese technology out of the USThe Federal Communications Commission announced a ban on humanoid robots from China on Tuesday, saying that the technology poses “unacceptable risks” to the country’s national security. The move comes as the Trump administration has increasingly sought to keep Chinese technology out of the US.The FCC defines the banned robots as “advanced robotic devices”, which include humanoids and animal-lik...
Battle of the Electric Titans: 2026 BMW iX vs Mercedes EQS vs Audi Q8 e-tron – Which Will Rule the Roads?
Get ready to discover the ultimate showdown in electric SUVs as we pit the BMW iX against the Mercedes EQS and Audi Q8 e-tron! With cutting-edge technology, jaw-dropping specs, and futuristic designs, these electric giants are set to transform your driving experience in 2026.
Mysterious 'experimental explosion' detected off Florida coast sparks earthquake alert
Mysterious 'experimental explosion' detected off Florida coast sparks earthquake alertREAD MORE: Urgent warning to brace for catastrophic 'Ring of Fire' disaster as global megaquake chain reaction sparks fears for MILLIONS in its path: 'Super overdue'See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STACY LIBERATORE, US SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 20:05, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 21:50, 28 July 2026 e-mail 34 shares
Mysterious object in NASA Mars photo ignites theories of extraterrestrial life on the Red Planet
Mysterious object in NASA Mars photo ignites theories of extraterrestrial life on the Red PlanetREAD MORE: I'm a pastor who attended a secret UFO disclosure meeting. We saw images of 'translucent beings' that chilled me to the bone... the files could fulfil a dark biblical prophecySee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STACY LIBERATORE, US SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 19:10, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 20:36, 28 July 2026 e-mail 57 shares
Flock surveillance spreads across the South as red-state lawmakers seek to axe '1984'-style tracking tools
State lawmakers in West Virginia's Freedom Caucus are seeking to ban AI-powered Flock surveillance cameras statewide, arguing the technology violates citizens' Fourth Amendment right to privacy."The West Virginia Freedom Caucus strongly opposes the unchecked expansion of automated surveillance technologies, including Flock Safety camera systems, automated license plate readers (ALPRs), AI-powered facial recognition, multimodal vehicle recognition, and emerging 'gun detection' software that claim...
Golden Dome could leave US vulnerable to drone attacks without Israeli systems
EXCLUSIVE: As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets President Donald Trump in Washington for talks expected to center on Iran and regional security, a new report is urging the administration to expand U.S.–Israel defense cooperation by making Israeli air-defense technology a central component of Golden Dome, the planned layered missile shield intended to detect, track and intercept ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, hypersonic weapons and drones before they can strike the United Stat...
E-bike handlebars are riddled with faecal matter, disgusting study reveals
E-bike handlebars are riddled with faecal matter, disgusting study revealsREAD MORE: Rise of 'Lime bike leg' as riders shatter limbsSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 14:17, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 15:26, 28 July 2026 e-mail 76 View comments