Author: Exhibit Staff

In this authored article, Fujitsu’s Amitkumar Shrivastava explores what sovereign AI really means for India, arguing that sovereignty extends beyond where models and data are hosted. He examines the importance of domestic R&D, engineering capability, infrastructure, evaluation, talent and the ability to adapt or replace AI systems without creating new dependencies. Shrivastava also looks at India’s linguistic diversity, the economics of AI and the growing need for transparency and control as AI systems become increasingly autonomous. Here’s what he says: What Sovereign AI Means for India When I think about sovereign AI, I do not start with where a model…

After long speculation and waiting, Apple finally entered the foldable phone market. The company revealed the iPhone Duo at this year’s event, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Samsung, meanwhile, launched the Galaxy Z Fold8 in July, along with a Fold8 Ultra and a new Flip8. Let’s see how the two foldable phones compare. Design The iPhone Duo uses a titanium frame and hinge, sandwiched between Ceramic Shield glass on the back and Ceramic Shield 2 up front. It has an IP68 rating, so it’s dust-tight and can survive being submerged up to 6 meters for 30 minutes.…

Over the past decade, the Indian kitchen has moved well beyond the traditional stove, refrigerator and mixer grinder. Chimneys, induction cooktops, microwaves, air fryers, dishwashers and water purifiers are increasingly becoming part of everyday life. But with greater convenience comes a cost that is often overlooked: the cost of running these appliances every day. A 2026 report by CLASP, based on a nationwide household survey, found that kitchen appliances account for 28% of electricity use among surveyed Indian households. The study covered 4,321 households across 20 states, including urban and rural households and different climatic zones. This should make us…

Gestamp has expanded its manufacturing footprint in India with the inauguration of a new production facility in Bhagapura, Gujarat. The company has invested ₹523.7 crore across the first two phases of the project, marking its fifth production facility in the country and strengthening its presence in one of India’s key automotive manufacturing hubs. The plant spans 31,790 square metres and currently employs around 240 people. It features two hot-stamping lines, a laser cutting line and welding cells for assembly operations. The facility is focused on manufacturing highly engineered body-in-white (BiW) components and is also equipped to produce products from Gestamp’s…

There was a time when luxury was measured by what you owned, like a supercar in the driveway, a rare watch on your wrist or a penthouse overlooking the city skyline. Today, the definition of status has evolved. The world’s most affluent aren’t chasing possessions as much as they’re chasing access. In an era where exclusivity is the ultimate currency, private members’ clubs have quietly become one of luxury’s most coveted symbols. Unlike traditional social clubs, these modern sanctuaries are carefully curated communities where entrepreneurs, celebrities, artists, investors and industry leaders gather away from the public eye. Membership isn’t simply…

URBAN launched the ARC NOTE, which the company calls India’s first AI Meeting Smart Fitness Band. The band records meetings from the wrist, then transcribes, translates and summarises them into AI-generated mind maps. It also tracks health and fitness round the clock, so it works as both a productivity tool and a fitness band. URBAN says the band targets professionals, entrepreneurs and students who spend much of their day in meetings and conversations. The company wants to push wearables beyond step counting and heart-rate tracking, so it added meeting intelligence to the mix. At the same time, it kept the…

Apple has officially confirmed its next event. The company sent out media invites on August 26, locking in September 9 as the date for its annual iPhone launch. The event, titled “Surprise and Shine,” starts at 10 AM Pacific (10:30 PM IST) and will stream live on Apple’s website, the Apple TV app, and YouTube. This is the first keynote under incoming CEO John Ternus, who takes over from Tim Cook on September 1 and is expected to lead the presentation himself. What Apple is expected to launch Unlike previous years, there won’t be a base iPhone 18 model this…

OpenAI has started showing ads to ChatGPT users in India. On August 27, the company confirmed that ads will now appear for logged-in adults on the Free and Go tiers. India joins a growing list of major markets, including the US, Canada, the UK, and much of Europe, where OpenAI now runs its advertising business. The ads appear at the bottom of ChatGPT responses. However, OpenAI says they will only show up when there’s a relevant sponsored product or service tied to the conversation. Each ad will have a clear “sponsored” label and look visually separate from ChatGPT’s actual answer.…

boAt is adding generative AI to its audio devices. The company has partnered with Google Cloud to launch Crest AI, a platform that runs on Google Gemini and brings voice-driven, conversational features to its next-generation audio lineup. Crest AI moves beyond basic voice commands. Instead, it lets users hold natural conversations with their devices. The platform uses Gemini Live to understand context, follow complex queries, and respond in real time, so a user doesn’t need to phrase requests as fixed commands.  The collaboration also targets India’s linguistic diversity. boAt and Google Cloud say the platform can understand regional dialects and…

MG Motors India has unveiled the Hector Tomahawk, its first SUV built on ADAPT, the company’s new Multi-New Energy Vehicle platform. The car comes in two versions: all-electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). MG is positioning the PHEV as India’s first PHEV in its segment, engineered for a combined driving range of over 1,100 km on a full tank and full charge. A 1.5-litre petrol engine, a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission, and a 20.5 kWh battery power it, with the battery alone delivering 115+ km of pure-electric range. The system switches intelligently between four drive modes — Pure Electric, Series Hybrid,…

Lava has added a new phone to its Bold series. Priced at ₹7,999 for the launch period, the phone will go on sale on Amazon starting September 3 at 12 PM. The Bold N4 Lite is Lava’s newest entry into the budget segment. So don’t expect flagship specs here. Instead, Lava has focused on the basics: a big screen, a big battery, and clean software. The phone comes with a 6.56-inch display. Large enough for everyday use like scrolling social media, watching videos, or browsing the web. Buyers get two colour options: Empire Gold and Ghost Silver. Lava has powered…

Apple’s long-awaited Mac Mini is here and is split into two chips: the all-new M6 for the standard model, and the M5 Pro. Pre-orders start today, and units ship September 22. With AI optimisation, on paper, the performance and price have both taken a step up. The numbers look aggressive, up to 4x faster AI performance, 2x faster graphics and storage, and 40% faster CPU work. This isn’t a spec bump for spreadsheets and photo edits, Apple frames it as “always-on agentic computing.” The new baseline: Mac Mini M6 The base Mac Mini now runs on M6, which includes a…

Hyundai announced a new partnership with Jio-bp. The two companies will link their EV charging networks. As a result, Hyundai EV owners will get access to a much larger set of charging points across India. Jio-bp operates more than 7,000 charging points in over 300 cities. Once Hyundai adds these to its own network, Hyundai’s charging ecosystem will grow from 30,000+ points to 37,000+ points. Drivers can find and use all of these through the myHyundai app. Many EV buyers worry about charging, not just range. Jio-bp’s network addresses this in a few ways. First, it includes high-capacity DC fast…

Japanese appliance maker AKAI launched a new range of refrigerators in India. The refrigerators feature a glass-finish door and nature-inspired designs. The range includes two variants. Violet Leaf features violet leaf patterns and water droplets on a black background. Golden Flower features a golden floral pattern with gold dust, also set against a black background. Both models are 190-litre Direct Cool single-door refrigerators. AKAI designed the compact size and glass finish to suit modern Indian kitchens. Anurag Sharma, MD & CEO of AKAI India, said the products align with the aesthetic preferences of Indian families. He added that the company…

Earlier this month, Google confirmed the release of its screenless fitness tracker, the Google Fitbit Air, in India in October. The tracker was showcased during the Made by Google India briefing alongside the Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel 11 series. However, photos have now surfaced online showing the band already available at retail stores. An X user shared images of the device, with the tracker reportedly priced at around Rs 16,000. Google is yet to officially announce the Fitbit Air’s India pricing. In the US, Google launched the Fitbit Air at a starting price of $99.99 (roughly Rs 9,500), while…

Earlier today, Sony announced the launch of the IER-M500, the in-ear Monitor Headphones. Designed with Sony’s proprietary acoustic technologies and top-shelf components, the headphones offer high-quality sound and impressive noise isolation capabilities. It incorporates a completely sealed housing and optimised internal acoustic structure, along with high sound-insulation ear tips to further enhance the noise isolation.  The key features are designed to meet the needs of their target audience: professional performers and audio enthusiasts. The IER-M500 presents Sony’s unique fitting support that has been designed to adapt to diverse ear shapes. With a thoughtful ergonomic design, the headphones aim to provide…

We caught up with Pulkit Samrat, who believes technology should empower people, not replace them. There are actors who follow a plan, and then there are actors who follow instinct. Pulkit Samrat belongs firmly in the latter category. Long before social media became a launchpad for careers, he was a Delhi boy who packed his bags and moved to Mumbai with little more than belief and ambition. Television gave him his first big break. Films gave him a larger canvas. And over the years, he has quietly built a career defined not by safe choices, but by constant reinvention. That…

The beautiful game has always been about more than football. It’s about culture, fashion, music, fandom, and the internet deciding what deserves to live forever. The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered all of that in abundance. While Spain walked away with the trophy, the tournament belonged just as much to Viking chants echoing through Times Square, K-pop royalty sharing the spotlight with football, and one little boy who accidentally became the internet’s newest darling. Here’s what truly defined football’s biggest month. Norway’s Viking Army Took Over the World Norway’s return to the World Cup after decades of absence was reason…

When Giorgio Armani launched Armani Exchange in 1991, the fashion world was a bit skeptical. Why would a legendary Italian couturier dive into the world of fast-paced, youth-driven street fashion? The answer was simple, he wanted to capture the electric, unpredictable energy of downtown city life. He wanted to make Italian luxury feel alive on the streets, not just on the runways. Decades later, that exact same philosophy sparked the creation of the Armani Exchange Women’s AX6031. The design team didn’t set out to make just another dainty, traditional women’s watch. Instead, they were inspired by the concept of “metropolitan…

Every now and then, a movie comes along that doesn’t just entertain you for two hours, but actually makes you want to go home and hug your pets a little tighter. Oslo: A Tail of Promise Directed by Isha Pungaliya and starring Pooja R. Bhale alongside her incredible Siberian husky, is exactly that kind of film. It’s a quiet, incredibly moving story that holds up a mirror to how we treat the animals we claim to love, and it left me thinking about it long after the credits rolled. The heart of the story belongs to Pooja, a woman who…

1. You’ve spent years sharing your journey online. Why did you feel this was the right time to launch Let’s Be Real, and what conversations did you feel were missing from social media? Riya: I’ve always believed that the most meaningful conversations need more than a minute. Let’s Be Real gives people the space to share their stories honestly, without rushing. I wanted to create conversations that go beyond highlights and explore the emotions and experiences we don’t often talk about online. 2. In a world dominated by filters, edits and carefully curated lives, what does “being real” actually mean…

Technology is evolving at a relentless pace, with innovation cycles becoming shorter than ever. In this environment, businesses face constant disruption from emerging solutions. Continuous upskilling and reskilling are no longer optional but essential. At the heart of this transformation lies one critical enabler: seamless, high-quality communication. As enterprises expand across geographies and time zones, large-scale learning through training programmes, workshops, and town halls has become the norm. In these settings, audio clarity is critical. Even minor disruptions can affect comprehension, engagement, and overall effectiveness. Reliable audio is therefore fundamental to meaningful knowledge exchange. However, traditional communication systems often fall…

When you think of Yoga Day, the usual image that comes to mind is a yoga mat laid out in a park, a studio filled with calming music, or a sunrise session overlooking the sea. But this year, we decided to step away from the conventional and experience yoga in a way that was both challenging and refreshing. Have you ever heard of water yoga, better known as FLAABH Fit? This Yoga Day, we partnered with GetWetFit to give creators a unique wellness experience at the beautiful Grand Hyatt Mumbai, where yoga met water in the most exciting way possible.…

The premium hair styling market in India is finally getting interesting. For years, Dyson practically owned the “luxury air styler” category, with its futuristic design, airflow-based styling, and eye-watering pricing. But now, Bombae, a brand mostly known for razors and grooming tools, wants a piece of that space with the new Hairplay Pro. Priced at ₹19,000, the Hairplay Pro is Bombae’s attempt at creating an all-in-one styling system for Indian hair types without entering full Dyson territory. The promise sounds ambitious: salon-style blowouts, curls, smoothing, and volume without extreme heat damage. So the obvious question is can a homegrown grooming…

Mothers have spent years figuring out our lives before we could even spell “Wi-Fi password.” They’ve fixed chaos, remembered birthdays, answered panic calls, and somehow mastered Facebook Reels without a tutorial. So this Mother’s Day, maybe skip the predictable flowers-and-chocolates routine and gift her something she’ll actually use, and flex. And no, it doesn’t have to be boring. This is the kind of tech that says, “Thanks for everything,” without sounding like a last-minute  Archies greeting card. Fossil Harlow Mini – ₹15,995 If your mom loves elegance that doesn’t scream for attention, the Fossil Harlow Mini feels like the perfect…

This Mother’s Day, Fossil launched its ‘Mom is the Moment’ campaign through a uniquely designed summer-inspired experience at Luuma House in Mumbai. The event aimed to celebrate modern motherhood by emphasizing moments, memories, and meaningful gifting. Notable celebrities such as Athiya Shetty, Amrita Rao, and Juhi Godambe attended the event and participated in the immersive afternoon. The venue featured a light, citrus-toned atmosphere accentuated by soft florals and lemon-inspired decor, creating an inviting space for guests to engage and reflect. This setting was intended to embody the campaign’s essence, making it feel warm and expressive. Central to the event was…

I’ve been using the Under Armour Velociti Distance for about a week now, with a couple of proper runs in the mix. Not an extreme test window, but enough to get a clear sense of what the shoe is built for and how it actually feels on the road. This sits in that long-run, high-mileage category, and it shows pretty quickly. The first thing that stands out is the cushioning. It’s soft, especially on impact, but it doesn’t feel overly plush or unstable. There’s a controlled kind of comfort here. You get that bit of protection underfoot, particularly in the…

Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, one of India’s most iconic cricket venues, has introduced an AI-powered surveillance system called JARVIS to strengthen crowd management and security during high-attendance matches. Developed by Staqu Technologies in partnership with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), the system operates across a network of more than 500 CCTV cameras installed throughout the stadium. The AI command platform is designed to monitor large crowds in real time, particularly during high-profile matches that attract over 40,000 spectators. Cameras placed across entry and exit gates, concourses, seating areas, food courts and movement corridors feed…

1. What inspired you to start your journey as creator and finance educator? Financial literacy and education have always been my passion. I realised the importance of financial independence very early in life. The freedom that comes with earning and growing your own assets is irreplaceable. I have been a television journalist for 16 years, and two years ago I realised how platforms are shifting, and distribution is moving to social. That insight helped me make the switch. 2. One piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting out? Whatever field you are starting in, the best way to…

Christmas at home is supposed to feel warm, indulgent and unhurried. In reality, it often turns into a blur of cooking, hosting, cleaning, charging devices and trying to keep everyone comfortable at the same time. That is where smart gadgets earn their place. Not as flashy toys or festive gimmicks, but as quiet enablers that take friction out of everyday moments. From lighting that sets the mood without manual tweaking to appliances that work in the background while you focus on people, the right tech can make a noticeable difference during the holidays. These are smart gadgets that simplify routines,…