The third edition of the Goa Innovation and Startup Times (GIST 2025), organised by BITS BioCyTitH Foundation in collaboration with the Goa IT Department and industry associations, showcased Goa’s growing innovation ecosystem. Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Tourism, and Printing & Stationery, Shri Rohan Khaunte, highlighted the State’s collaborative efforts with academia and industry in shaping policy, and reaffirmed Goa’s commitment to becoming a hub for technology-led inclusive growth through initiatives like the Goa AI Mission 2027.
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Lenskart Set to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses in December, Built on Gemini 2.5
Eyewear giant Lenskart is preparing to debut its first AI-powered smart glasses, internally called “B by Lenskart Smartglasses”, by the end of December. The device, likely powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chipset, will integrate AI-driven interactions, health insights, and even UPI payment support. The launch is expected shortly after Lenskart’s stock market listing on November 10, signaling the company’s transition from a D2C eyewear retailer to a technology-led lifestyle brand.
Goa Launches #EmpoweredInGoa Campaign to Celebrate Digital Empowerment and Innovation
The Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C) has launched the #EmpoweredInGoa campaign — a people-centric initiative that highlights how technology and innovation are enabling Goans to thrive in the digital era. The campaign celebrates Goa’s transformation into a digitally inclusive, opportunity-driven state where progress is powered by its people.
PM Modi Launches ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI Scheme at ESTIC 2025 to Power India’s Innovation Revolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, unveiling a ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development & Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund to boost private sector R&D and fuel India’s transformation into a global innovation leader.
YouTube Introduces AI ‘Super Resolution’ to Enhance Low-Quality Videos Up to 4K
YouTube has unveiled its new AI-powered “Super Resolution” feature, designed to automatically upscale older or low-quality videos—bringing them up to HD or even 4K quality. The technology uses artificial intelligence to sharpen visuals and improve clarity without requiring creators to reupload their content.
