In a major scientific achievement, IIT Kanpur inaugurates India’s first Hypervelocity Expansion Tunnel Test Facility, ‘S2’ or ‘Jigarthanda’, capable of simulating hypersonic conditions for ISRO and DRDO missions. Funded by Aeronautical Research and Development Board, DST, and IIT Kanpur, the 24-meter-long facility promises to advance aerospace research over the next decade.
Meanwhile, Genpact secures a multi-year engagement with Advantage Solutions, leveraging platforms like Salesforce, Esker, HighRadius, and Genpact Cora. The collaboration aims to enhance Advantage’s commerce operations, improve flexibility, and streamline back-office processes. Genpact’s custom digital platform will automate various services, including order-to-cash, contract management, and vendor-managed inventory support.
In the IT sector, Birlasoft introduces the Gen AI platform, Cogito, designed to facilitate the development and implementation of Gen AI solutions for enterprises. With pre-built tools, libraries, and frameworks, Cogito provides support through training, educational materials, tutorials, and updates on the latest developments in the Gen AI domain.
Shifting gears to infrastructure, Ishan Technologies inaugurates a data center in Mumbai, serving as the Asia-Pacific hub. The center offers bandwidth, co-location services, and cloud interconnect, catering to diverse sectors like BFSI, IT & ITeS, and financial services. Its modular solutions, including single rack and split racks, promise to meet the evolving needs of the region.
This roundup encapsulates the latest strides in science, technology, business, and infrastructure, showcasing the cutting-edge developments and innovations in these fields.
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