Discovery of a Megalithic Laterite Rock-Cut Chamber in Kerala
Archaeologists reported the discovery of a megalithic laterite rock-cut chamber in Kerala. Such chambers are typically associated with Megalithic burial traditions of South India dating roughly from 1000 BCE to the early centuries CE. These rock-cut burial structures provide important evidence about ancient funerary practices, settlement patterns, and the material culture of early Iron Age communities in the region.
IBM Launches First ‘Sangam Infrastructure Centre’ in Bengaluru
Technology company IBM launched its first Sangam Infrastructure Centre in Bengaluru. The facility aims to strengthen India’s digital infrastructure ecosystem by supporting cloud computing, artificial intelligence, enterprise technology development, and industry collaboration.
Kerala Launches MeHealth App for Healthcare Access
The Government of Kerala launched the MeHealth mobile application to improve access to healthcare services. The platform allows citizens to access medical records, book appointments, obtain health information, and connect with public healthcare facilities digitally, strengthening Kerala’s e-health ecosystem.
K. V. Subramanian Receives Chicago Booth Alumni Award
Economist Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian became the first Indian economist to receive the Chicago Booth Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. The award recognises his contributions to economics, public policy, and academic research.
Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh Consider Social Media Restrictions for Minors
The governments of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh announced measures to regulate or restrict social media use by minors. The move is aimed at addressing issues such as cyberbullying, online addiction, and mental health concerns among young users.
SBI General Insurance Launches ‘Chuniye Bharosa Apnon Sa’ Campaign
SBI General Insurance launched the campaign “Chuniye Bharosa Apnon Sa”, featuring actor Pankaj Tripathi as the brand ambassador. The campaign focuses on building customer trust and promoting insurance awareness among Indian households.
