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Aerospace Giant Boeing Invests In Tech Startup Which Develops Hybrid Electric Aircraft
A mechanical engineer from IIT Delhi is all ready to develop hybrid electric aircraft in the U.S. His startup company Zunum Aero has already received investments from aerospace giant Boeing and the airline JetBlue.
Ashish Kumar, a former student of IIT Delhi and founder of Washington-based startup Zunum Aero is developing regional hybrid electric aircraft. He expressed his happiness after Boeing and JetBlue made a decision to back his company.
He said: “I consider (myself) very fortunate to have backers like JetBlue and Boeing. It has been a year that we are engaged with both the companies and we all are passionate to reinvent regional air travel.”
Kumar’s Zunum Aero will be using all its funding to further develop its regional aircraft that will be carrying around 10 to 50 passengers for flights up to 1,000 miles. The proposed aircraft will operate on battery power with an aviation diesel extended power generator as back up.
The hybrid planes company Zunum claims that their aircraft will have 80% lower emissions. The low operating costs of these planes will allow airlines to offer low fares to its customers.
Ashish Kumar has held many leadership roles at places like Microsoft, Google, Dell and also McKinsey. He has a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University. He also worked as a professor of engineering at Brown University during the early days of his career.
UAE-based G42 has announced plans to deploy an 8 exaflop AI supercomputer in India, announced at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi. This national-scale project partners with Cerebras, MBZUAI, and India’s C-DAC, operating under full Indian data sovereignty as part of the India AI Mission.
The supercomputer boosts sovereign AI capabilities, enabling startups, researchers, academics, SMEs, and government access for tailored applications like public services and language tech. G42 India CEO Manu Jain highlighted its role in making India AI-native while prioritizing security.
This follows India-UAE tech pacts in late 2025, positioning India among global leaders in exaflop AI infrastructure amid rising demand for localized compute. Cerebras CSO Andy Hock noted it will accelerate large model training for India-specific needs.
Google has launched the Google Startup Hub Hyderabad, a major step in strengthening India’s dynamic startup ecosystem. This new initiative aims to empower entrepreneurs, innovators, and developers by giving them access to Google’s global expertise, mentoring programs, and advanced cloud technology. The hub reflects Google’s mission to fuel India’s digital transformation and promote innovation through the Google for Startups program.
Located in the heart of one of India’s top tech cities, the Google Startup Hub in Hyderabad will host mentorship sessions, training workshops, and networking events designed for early-stage startups. Founders will receive Google Cloud credits, expert guidance in AI, product development, and business scaling, and opportunities to collaborate with Google’s global mentors and investors. This ecosystem aims to help Indian startups grow faster and compete globally.
With Hyderabad already home to tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, the launch of the Google Startup Hub Hyderabad further cements the city’s position as a leading innovation and technology hub in India. Backed by a strong talent pool and robust infrastructure, this hub is set to become a growth engine for next-generation startups, driving innovation from India to global markets.
- Jio Platforms has launched JioPC, a cloud-based virtual desktop service that transforms any television connected to a Jio Set Top Box into a fully functional computer.
- Users simply connect a keyboard and mouse to access a desktop-like environment, complete with web browsing, productivity tools, and educational apps—all without needing a physical PC or extra hardware.
- The service is device-agnostic and works with all consumer PC brands, making advanced computing accessible and affordable for millions across India.
JioPC is designed to support a wide range of activities, from professional work to online learning and creative projects. By leveraging Jio’s robust cloud infrastructure, users can run even compute-intensive AI applications directly from their TV screens. The platform also ensures data security and reliability, as all files and settings are safely stored in the cloud, protecting users from data loss even if their device is reset or replaced.
With JioPC, Jio aims to democratize digital access and bring high-performance computing to Indian households at a fraction of the traditional cost. The service supports popular productivity suites like LibreOffice and Microsoft Office online, and Jio is offering a free trial to encourage users to experience the benefits firsthand. This innovative move is set to reshape how people in India work, learn, and connect in the digital age.
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