Google acquires Common Sense Machines, whose AI models create 3D assets from 2D images, and was last valued at $15M after raising $10M from a16z and others (The Information)

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Google acquires Common Sense Machines, whose AI models create 3D assets from 2D images, and was last valued at $15M after raising $10M from a16z and others  —  Google has acquired Common Sense Machines, a Cambridge, Ma…

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DRDO Takes First Steps To Develop AD-AH And AD-AM Interceptors For Phase III BMD Against Hypersonic And MIRV Threats

India is embarking on pioneering efforts to bolster its missile defence architecture, focusing on the nascent development of interceptors tailored to neutralise hypersonic missile threats, multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRVs), and cruise missiles, reported Zonar Militar defence web portal.The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has initiated preliminary

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S-400’s Combat Takes Centre Stage For The First Time In Republic Day 2026’s Tri-Services Showcase

The S-400 air defence system, renowned for its pivotal role in recent military engagements, will make its debut appearance in the Department of Military Affairs tableau at the Republic Day Parade 2026. This milestone showcase highlights the system’s effectiveness, particularly during Operation Sindoor, where it neutralised multiple Pakistani aircraft. Air Commodore Manish Sabharwal confirmed

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EU’s Kallas Lands In Delhi To Forge Defence Pact Ahead of Landmark Summit And FTA Push

Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President, has arrived in New Delhi on her inaugural official visit to India.Touching down on Saturday, 24 January 2026, her trip underscores the intensifying diplomatic ties between the two sides.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, extended a warm welcome via a

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India’s Space Sector Urges Budgetary Boost, Infrastructure Tag, And Private Sector Lifeline Ahead of 2026-27 Allocations

As the Union Budget for 2026-27 approaches, India’s burgeoning space ecosystem stands at a pivotal juncture. Stakeholders from industry, academia, and economics are pressing for substantial fiscal backing, designation as critical infrastructure, and enhanced private sector involvement to propel the nation’s space ambitions onto the global stage.India has solidified its reputation as a dependable

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India And EU Forge Security Pact And FTA Push At Pivotal Summit, Strengthening Indo-Pacific Ties

In a landmark development, the European Union and India stand poised to unveil a comprehensive Security and Defence Strategic Partnership at their forthcoming summit.This agreement, to be signed by EU High Representative Kaja Kallas and Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, underscores the deepening strategic alignment between the two democracies amid a volatile global order.The pact represents

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Trump Signals Watch Over Iran As US Naval Flotilla Steers Towards Gulf Amid Nuclear And Protest Tensions

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that America is keeping a close eye on Tehran as a substantial naval armada advances towards the Gulf region. Speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One following his attendance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump highlighted the deployment’s role in applying pressure on Iran’s leadership.The president

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Denmark’s PM, Greenland Leader Convene in Nuuk To Signal Support

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has arrived in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, for a high-level meeting with her counterpart, Jens-Frederik Nielsen. The visit, which took place on Friday local time, underscores Denmark’s unwavering support for the autonomous territory amid recent geopolitical tensions.Just two days earlier, US President Donald Trump had rescinded threats of a potential

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