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<ul><li>The <keyword id="13976629" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="PS5-Pro" source="Orion">PS5 Pro</keyword> is not coming to India anytime soon</li><li>Sony announced the same in an official statement</li><li>Gamers in India will have to wait for an alternative solution</li></ul> The PlayStation Pro aka PS5 Pro made its debut in the global markets yesterday and that is all that gamers across the world are talking about. People who got their hands on the next-gen console posted unboxing videos, reviews, first impressions, and whatnot. However, Indian gamers were missing from the scene as Sony hadn't announced a launch date for the console in India. Now, in an official statement, Sony has confirmed that the PS5 Pro won't be coming to India anytime soon. <h2><keyword id="23865754" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ps5-pro-not-coming-to-india" source="Orion">PS5 Pro not coming to India</keyword></h2> <keyword id="20111448" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="sony-india" source="keywords">Sony India</keyword> recently confirmed that the PlayStation 5 Pro won’t be available in India due to regulatory restrictions around Wi-Fi 7—the wireless technology powering its connectivity features. The PS5 Pro, an upgraded version of the current PS5, is equipped with optimisations for smoother gameplay, high-resolution support, and improved graphics, making Wi-Fi 7 critical to its performance. In an official statement, Sony India said, "PS5 Pro will not be available in some countries (which presently includes India) where the 6GHz wireless band used in IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) has not yet been allowed." <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="115010636" title="Until Dawn PS5 review: Same same but different" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> <h2>What is Wi-Fi 7 and why is India not getting the PS5 Pro? </h2> Wi-Fi 7 (also known as IEEE 802.11be) is the latest wireless standard, designed to improve connection speeds, reduce latency, and support higher data loads. This iteration is a significant leap from Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, offering speeds up to 46 Gbps, lower latency, and multi-link operations, making it ideal for data-intensive applications such as 8K streaming, cloud gaming, and virtual reality. The standard also allows multiple devices to connect to the network simultaneously with minimal interference. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="115053665" title="PS5 Pro launched: When is it coming to India, early reviews and all you need to know" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> Key to Wi-Fi 7’s functionality is its ability to operate on a 6GHz frequency band. This bandwidth reduces congestion and enhances connectivity speed, especially in urban settings with high network traffic. For the PS5 Pro, this standard is essential for achieving smoother multiplayer gaming, rapid downloads, and uninterrupted online experiences. However, the Indian government is yet to approve commercial use of the 6GHz band, causing a regulatory bottleneck for devices like the PS5 Pro that rely on this frequency. Sony’s decision to withhold the PS5 Pro from India and other regions with 6GHz restrictions highlights a gap in regulatory approvals. Countries like the U.S., EU nations, and Japan have already authorised the 6GHz band, allowing companies to tap into Wi-Fi 7’s full potential, while Indian authorities are yet to greenlight this frequency for commercial devices. Without Wi-Fi 7, the PS5 Pro would be unable to perform optimally in India, missing out on features like seamless online gameplay and faster content loading times that its hardware supports. The company has not yet shared alternative plans for the PS5 Pro’s entry into the Indian market, leaving gamers in India waiting indefinitely. What option do Indian gamers have? Unless India’s telecom authorities approve the 6GHz band, Indian gamers might need to rely on the current PS5 model or wait for Sony to introduce an alternative solution. This decision puts India at a disadvantage compared to other global markets, where gamers will experience a more connected and immersive PS5 Pro experience. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="113221612" title="Sony reveals PS5 Pro, available from November 7, 2024: Price, specifications and all other details" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>

Sony confirms PS5 Pro is not coming to India, here is why

<keyword id="20448705" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Waymo" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Waymo" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Waymo">Waymo</keyword>, the self-driving car whiz kid from Alphabet (aka Google’s big parent company), just made a splash by launching its robotaxis in Los Angeles! This means that anyone with the Waymo One app can now call up a driverless cab across a whopping 129-square-kilometre stretch of the city. It’s like having a robot chauffeur — without the awkward small talk! This isn’t Waymo’s first rodeo with robotaxis. They’ve been rolling around Phoenix since 2020 and then hit up San Francisco last year. In Los Angeles, after a short trial for some lucky early testers, Waymo opened up rides to the public. Now anyone can zip around L.A. traffic in style, with the car’s AI brain in control. Waymo’s journey started as a secret project back in 2009 and has come a long way since then. The company’s <keyword id="19967698" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="self-driving-cars" source="keywords">self-driving cars</keyword> have logged over 20 million miles without any major accidents — a record that certainly leaves human drivers in the dust. Meanwhile, Waymo’s competitor, Cruise (owned by General Motors), ran into some trouble when one of its <keyword id="21485769" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="driverless-cars" source="keywords">driverless cars</keyword> was involved in an accident with a pedestrian, resulting in a license suspension in California. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="107634470" title="A crowd set fire to a Waymo taxi in San Francisco, as tensions about driverless tech grow" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>But Waymo’s big moves in the US raise an interesting question: what would happen if robotaxis rolled out in a place like India? The impact could be massive! India has millions of taxi drivers, and many rely on their daily fares to support their families. Not only is the work gruelling, such “gig workers” often earn shockingly less, and at increasingly shrinking profit margins. One source even noted earning only around Rs 30,000 a month while working as an Ola captain from Bengaluru. Thus, a widespread shift to driverless cars could be a serious blow to their livelihoods, especially in a country struggling with rampant levels of inflation. Therefore, there exists an issue of livelihoods on one hand and technological progress on the other, so if companies like Waymo ever bring robotaxis to India, it could shake things up in a big way. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="102751416" title="Sex in self-driving cars: Passengers are reportedly hooking up in San Francisco&amp;#39;s driverless taxis" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div>However, on the other side of the spectrum, there are undoubtedly some benefits to moving towards a fully-automated robotaxi fleet. For instance, road accidents cause over 1,50,000 deaths annually in India. Autonomous vehicles,which are designed to follow traffic rules strictly and reduce human error, could help lower these numbers. Additionally, driverless taxis could make transportation more accessible and affordable, especially in densely populated cities with high demand. Furthermore, such robotaxis would also provide a solution for passengers who experience language barriers or inconsistent service quality, as these vehicles are designed for efficient, standardised rides. There is also the hope that they could reduce traffic congestion and pollution with AI-driven routes that minimise idle time and fuel use. Waymo may be rejoicing in the spotlight at the moment, but there are several other companies in the robotaxi race, including Tesla, which has its “Cybercab” in the works, and Amazon’s Zoox, aiming to hit the streets of Las Vegas next year. Baidu’s Apollo is already making robotaxi runs in some Chinese cities, but each company faces its own unique set of challenges. In India, where roads are a blend of honking scooters, zig-zagging rickshaws, and plenty of cows on the streets, introducing robotaxis would require some serious tech tricks and regulatory green lights. Until then, L.A. can enjoy the driverless rides while the rest of us wait to see how this wild technology shapes the future.

No Driver? No Problem! Waymo’s driverless robotaxis make Los Angeles debut — but what could the tech mean for India?

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Some expat Indians are moving back home to launch companies of their own.</li><li>India's booming market size, internet growth, and post-pandemic spending is driving their decision.</li></ul>Nithin Hassan, 41, has always been fascinated with building something of his own.As a child in India, he would get in trouble for dismantling electronics around the house just so he could peek inside.In college, in true <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/startups-to-bet-your-career-on-in-2024-2024-2">startup</a> fashion, he started working on a small business out of his parent's garage in Bengaluru, assembling computers for friends and family.It was the early 2000s and the internet was not the trove of knowledge it is today — Hassan was relying on books to learn. Finding mentorship and the right guidance was a challenge, too.Everyone around Hassan told him that going to the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/resume-tips-google-software-engineer-skills-experience-careers-software-tech-2024-3">US for a master's degree</a> was the next big opportunity. So he did.Over the next 16 years, he put his startup plans on hold and worked at some of the world's biggest companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta.<div type="image" title="Nithin Hassan" height="2450" width="3266" msid="113831978" hostid="261" sizebytes="215682"></div>But the pandemic felt like a turning point. And its aftermath made India look like a lab-designed business environment: It had just become the world's most populous country, the pandemic had created <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/indicators/private-consumption-continues-to-be-supported-by-pent-up-demand-finance-ministry/articleshow/99069973.cms?from=mdr">pent-up demand</a> for consumer products, and growing internet adoption made commerce more scalable, he said.So Hassan left behind about $500,000 in annual pay at Meta to move back to Bengaluru in December 2023 with his wife and two children. He has since launched two startups.Hassan is part of a group of <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/i-moved-back-to-india-after-living-abroad-for-decade-2024-9">expat Indians moving back</a> home to venture out on their own. As such, he's also part of a decades-long trend of reverse migration back to India.The trend began in the 1990s and picked up at the turn of the century, driven by the economic collapse in 2008, said Binod Khadria, the president of Global Research Forum on Diaspora and Transnationalism. Many of those who returned to India for work were largely working for multinational companies.Today, the impetus for the move often looks a bit different: It's driven by factors like unstable visa policies and economic recessions, which lead to uncertainty when it comes to jobs and duration of stay in these destinations.Many returnees find work in tech, but the finance, retail, and climate sectors also absorb a large number of expat Indians, Khadia said. And some of the returnees are heading back to India to start companies of their own.India is undergoing a startup explosion. The country reported over<a target="_blank" href="https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2043805"> 140,800 recognized startups</a> at the end of June — nearly 50,000 more than last year — and credited them with creating 1.6 million direct jobs.To be sure, not all of these companies will make it big — and some do still stumble, like <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://inc42.com/features/what-are-the-current-problems-being-faced-by-oyo/">Oyo </a>and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/blackrock-hsbc-funds-byjus-startup-valuation-zero-edtech-india-raveendran-2024-6">Byju's</a>. But the chaos, where even established startups are trying and failing, makes India a fair playing field for new entrants, Hassan said.Business Insider spoke to six <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/india-vc-wants-see-5-traits-new-founders-fundraising-antler-2024-8">first-time founders </a>about why they have recently returned to India after spending several years, or even an adult life, abroad.<h2 id="0e4a3c47-ba19-4690-8b52-c6bfece1c81d">Fastest-growing economy</h2>The health of the economy and interest from investors are fueling the entrepreneurship boom.<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/india-billionaire-karan-adani-plans-challenge-china-dominance-seaports-2024-8">India's economic growth</a> in 2023 — 8.2% — was the fastest of all large economies worldwide. That's led to greater purchasing power, which lets companies, including startups, sell more.India's inflation rate of about 3.5% is well below its annual wage growth of 9.6%. This makes inflation less of a challenge than it is for slower-growing peers, where consumer-focused businesses have been <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/economy-jobs-report-sentiment-consumers-elections-recession-inflation-mortgage-rates-2024-9">hurt by high prices</a>.Investors are getting in on the action.From 2015 to 2021, the number of <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sequoia-capital-vc-firm-split-china-india-2023-6">unique investors in India</a> nearly quadrupled, though the number is tracking much lower this year, per PitchBook."Other than a slight downturn in 2022 and 2023 due to global macroeconomic factors, VC funding has been consistently growing in India," said Ben Mathias, a managing partner at Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia &amp; India.Besides funding, domestic developments have encouraged founders and VCs too, Mathias said.The Indian government's Universal Payment Interface system has spurred consumers and businesses to pay online, and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.bcg.com/press/2june2022-digital-payments-in-india-projected-to-reach-10-trillion-by-2026">40% of all digital payments</a> globally happen in India today, the partner said.Programs like Startup India, which provides founders benefits like tax exemption, easier compliance, and funding support, have made creating a company smoother.Devyani Parameshwar worked in the microfinance and fintech space in India in the 2010s before heading to the UK and Africa. She returned to India in 2022 to launch a financial management venture."It's changed dramatically. I remember standing in line at various ministries in Delhi trying to get meetings and then trying to get answers and it wasn't easy in the past," she said of her memories of India.Now, she can use an online platform to ask the country's central bank and banking regulator questions.It's easier than ever for foreign companies to invest in India, which means startups have a clearer exit path through acquisition — something VCs think hard about before entering new markets or writing checks.<h2 id="e5dd7b6f-a09f-4ff2-84c1-5907de96dc5e">Market ripe for the taking</h2>For Rohan Bhide, who spent most of his college and professional life <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/worked-in-big-tech-before-launching-my-own-startup-engineer-2024-9">preparing to launch something of his own</a>, a trip home in 2017 while he was studying in the US was a turning point.Indian telecom giant Reliance had recently launched a cheap unlimited data plan, which spiked Indian internet adoption. India was charting among the countries with the highest online transactions."That really, really drew my attention," said Bhide, who worked at Meta after graduation. "It was my dream come true — a huge market, a huge user base, and at the same time, the ability to adopt technology was incredible."Bhide returned to India in January, leaving behind about $580,000 in total compensation at ticketing platform StubHub. He and a cofounder are working on launching a consumer tech product later this year.<div type="image" title="Rohan Bhide" height="2304" width="3072" msid="113831979" hostid="261" sizebytes="218468"></div>Most Indians grew up wanting to work at a multinational company — but that's changing, Bhide said.Freelancing, running your own business, or working for a startup is much more socially acceptable now, because people see the success of other Indian startups. The country has the third-largest number of "unicorns" — companies worth $1 billion or more — with 64, per PitchBook.<h2 id="7f423804-745b-4e04-a250-839e01663f09">Boom in entrepreneurship culture</h2>A lot has changed since Hassan first wanted to launch his hardware startup in the early 2000s.Tech hot spots like Bengaluru and Gurugram have seen a boom in entrepreneurship culture in the last few years, with meet-ups, networking mixers, and even morning walks with like-minded builders.<div type="image" title="man standing in front of mountains in USA" height="2268" width="3024" msid="113831980" hostid="261" sizebytes="141132"></div>Dhruv Anand, who left Google in the US to move back to India in 2021 to launch an <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-startups-most-promising-2024-9">AI startup</a>, said that there were lots of other founders and mentors to help guide him."If you want to figure out who's the right chartered accountant to talk to, who's the right lawyer to help you draft agreements, all of that stuff is very easy," Anand said."It's been a really, really supportive community," Bhide said. There are people "telling you about their entire lives just because they want to help you and they're hoping that you pass the favor onto the next person who moves to India and wants to start their own company."<h2 id="3c8bff36-e855-4530-9b44-bcc7f36b0825">Not everything is perfect</h2>Although these founders made the decision to return to India, that doesn't mean they no longer see the benefits of operating in the US.Ruchit Garg founded an agriculture startup in Silicon Valley in 2016, with a focus on supporting farmers around the globe. In 2019, he returned to India, where his late grandfather worked as a farmer.Garg has been building in India ever since, but he says its startup ecosystem cannot yet compete with the Valley's decades of experience."The overall ecosystem was more mature back in Silicon Valley. It's still one of the best places for entrepreneurs. India isn't there yet, although it's growing pretty drastically," he said.Despite efforts to digitalize key processes, many bureaucratic challenges persist.For most founders, after living in US cities where populations are a fraction of those in Mumbai and Bangalore, congested roads and poorer air quality are also everyday annoyances.But India provides some big perks, including affordable domestic help and the appeal of building solutions for problems they witness firsthand."It's a different joy to be able to build for problems that you feel for very personally," Parameshwar, the fintech founder, said. When she worked in Africa, she needed translators. Now, she can speak with her users herself.Bhide said the general sentiment among local founders is shifting from "Build from India" to "Build for India."For some founders, being surrounded by family and the culture they grew up in was another selling point.Niranjan Vemulkar moved back to India in 2015 and later founded a digital legacy planning platform.He said that he never fully felt at home in the US, where he lived for over a decade."For us, it was the fact that we wanted to raise a family in an environment where the children would have access to the grandparents and Indian culture," Vemulkar said. "The fact that you could come back to India, start something of your own and figure things out in an ecosystem which was potentially booming for startups, was just a cherry on the cake."Are you in India and have a story to share about the tech and entrepreneurship landscape? Please reach out at shubhangigoel@insider.com

Some techies are leaving cushy Silicon Valley jobs to launch startups at home in India

India, a land steeped in history and culture, also boasts a modern tapestry of engineering marvels that stand as testaments to human ingenuity and perseverance. Among these, the country's <keyword id="142777" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tunnels" source="Orion">tunnels</keyword> weave a story of connectivity, innovation, and the triumph of engineering over challenging terrains. From the Himalayas to the Western Ghats, these tunnels not only reduce travel time but also facilitate year-round access, providing crucial links for transportation and connectivity. Let's delve into the fascinating world of 10 famous <keyword id="19482362" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tunnels-in-India" source="Orion">tunnels in India</keyword> that encapsulate the nation's spirit of progress. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Rohtang Tunnel, Himachal Pradesh: A Gateway to the Himalayas" comment="subhead" text="Rohtang Tunnel, Himachal Pradesh: A Gateway to the Himalayas"><keyword id="166207" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rohtang-Tunnel" source="Orion">Rohtang Tunnel</keyword>, Himachal Pradesh: A Gateway to the Himalayas</cmsannotation> Nestled in the breathtaking Himalayas, the Rohtang Tunnel, also known as <keyword id="8486907" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Atal-Tunnel" source="Orion">Atal Tunnel</keyword>, is a marvel of engineering connecting Manali to Lahaul-Spiti Valley. Stretching over 9 kilometers, it traverses the Pir Panjal range, providing year-round access and significantly reducing travel time. This engineering feat has not only enhanced connectivity but has also become a symbol of perseverance in the challenging Himalayan landscape. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Jawahar Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Bridging Regions with Innovation" comment="subhead" text="Jawahar Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Bridging Regions with Innovation">Jawahar Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Bridging Regions with Innovation</cmsannotation> Situated in the Pir Panjal Range, the Jawahar Tunnel on the Jammu-Srinagar Highway has been a vital link between Jammu and the Kashmir Valley since its construction in the 1950s. This remarkable achievement in connectivity has played a crucial role in uniting regions, showcasing the resilience of Indian engineering in the face of challenging terrains. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: A Railway Odyssey through the Himalayas" comment="subhead" text="Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: A Railway Odyssey through the Himalayas">Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: A Railway Odyssey through the Himalayas</cmsannotation> Embracing the challenges of the Himalayan terrain, the Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel is a standout feature of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project. Spanning over 11 kilometers, it stands as one of India's longest railway tunnels, providing a scenic and efficient rail route through the picturesque landscape. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: All-Weather Connectivity in the Valley" comment="subhead" text="Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: All-Weather Connectivity in the Valley">Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: All-Weather Connectivity in the Valley</cmsannotation> Connecting Banihal to Qazigund, the Banihal Qazigund Road Tunnel is a vital link for transportation in the Kashmir Valley. Its construction aimed at reducing travel distances and ensuring all-weather road connectivity, thereby enhancing accessibility to the picturesque valley. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Konkan Railway Tunnel, Maharashtra: Engineering Elegance Amidst Western Ghats" comment="subhead" text="Konkan Railway Tunnel, Maharashtra: Engineering Elegance Amidst Western Ghats">Konkan Railway Tunnel, Maharashtra: Engineering Elegance Amidst Western Ghats</cmsannotation> The Konkan Railway Line, with its numerous tunnels through the Western Ghats, stands as a testament to engineering elegance. These tunnels not only facilitate smooth train travel but also offer breathtaking views along the scenic Konkan coast, turning a journey into an aesthetic experience. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Redefining Road Connectivity" comment="subhead" text="Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Redefining Road Connectivity">Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, Jammu and Kashmir: Redefining Road Connectivity</cmsannotation> Spanning over 9 kilometers, the Chenani-Nashri Tunnel on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway is a beacon of modern infrastructure and safety features. Its construction aimed at reducing travel time and enhancing connectivity between regions, making it a notable engineering achievement in India. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Karbude Tunnel, Maharashtra: Navigating the Western Ghats" comment="subhead" text="Karbude Tunnel, Maharashtra: Navigating the Western Ghats">Karbude Tunnel, Maharashtra: Navigating the Western Ghats</cmsannotation> As part of the Konkan Railway route, the Karbude Tunnel is strategically located to ensure seamless train travel through the mountainous landscape of the Western Ghats. Its presence is integral to the efficiency and success of the railway network in Maharashtra. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Khowai Tunnel, Meghalaya: Carving Through Rocky Terrain" comment="subhead" text="Khowai Tunnel, Meghalaya: Carving Through Rocky Terrain">Khowai Tunnel, Meghalaya: Carving Through Rocky Terrain</cmsannotation> Carved through the rocky terrain of Meghalaya, the Khowai Tunnel plays a vital role in connecting the northeastern state with the rest of the country through the railway line. Its construction was a significant undertaking, showcasing the commitment to connectivity in even the most challenging landscapes. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Expressway Tunnel, Tamil Nadu: Urban Connectivity Elevated" comment="subhead" text="Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Expressway Tunnel, Tamil Nadu: Urban Connectivity Elevated">Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Expressway Tunnel, Tamil Nadu: Urban Connectivity Elevated</cmsannotation> The Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Expressway, featuring a tunnel section, serves as a crucial link between Chennai Port and Maduravoyal. This infrastructure marvel not only facilitates efficient transportation but also eases traffic congestion in the bustling city of Chennai. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Karwar Tunnel, Karnataka: Navigating the Western Ghats in Karnataka" comment="subhead" text="Karwar Tunnel, Karnataka: Navigating the Western Ghats in Karnataka">Karwar Tunnel, Karnataka: Navigating the Western Ghats in Karnataka</cmsannotation> Serving the Konkan Railway, the Karwar Tunnel in Karnataka is a noteworthy part of the railway network. It exemplifies the engineering prowess required to navigate the challenging Western Ghats, connecting regions and contributing to the efficiency of the railway network in the state. These 10 famous tunnels in India not only showcase the nation's commitment to connectivity but also highlight the engineering excellence that has overcome geographical challenges. From the Himalayas to the Western Ghats, these tunnels stand as symbols of progress, linking regions, and providing efficient transportation routes. As India continues to forge ahead in its development journey, these tunnels remain as shining examples of human ingenuity and perseverance in the face of formidable terrains.

Unveiling the marvels: 10 engineering triumphs in India's tunnel landscape

<ul><li>Metro Manilla was named as the most congested city among 278 cities in Asia. </li><li>Benguluru is the fifth most congested city in Asia. </li><li>Surprisingly, <keyword id="6358070" type="LOCATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="mumbai">Mumbai</keyword> — which witnesses the worst traffic flow in the world — did not make it to the top 10. </li></ul>Traffic jams across the world are rising in number and intensity. It is costing countries time as well as money. In India, Delhi, Mumbai, <keyword id="6354925" type="LOCATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="kolkata">Kolkata</keyword> and Bengaluru together ends up <a href="https://qz.com/india/1255427/traffic-jams-in-delhi-mumbai-bengaluru-and-kolkata-alone-cost-india-22-billion-a-year/">losing $22 billion</a> a year because of traffic jams. According to a report by Asian Development Bank Metro Manilla was named as the most congested city among 278 cities in Asia. And, four of the top ten most congested cities in the list were Indian. Surprisingly, Mumbai — <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/mumbai-is-dealing-with-the-worst-traffic-congestion-in-the-world-and-delhi-is-on-fourth-rank/articleshow/69672314.cms">which witnesses the worst traffic flow in the world</a> — did not make it to the top 10. “Cities experiencing more severe congestion may have invested more in road networks, but the networks remain far from sufficient to alleviate congestion,'' said a report by Asian Development Bank (ADB). ADB compiled the data for 278 cities using night-time lights images from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, grid population data from LandScan Datasets of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and trip routes from Google Maps. Here are the 10 most congested cities in Asia — <div type="Slideshow" msid="71590388" hostid="261" title="These are the 10 most congested cities in Asia" firstImageMsid="71590466" slideCount="10"></div>

These are the 10 most congested cities in Asia

<ul><li>The roads of India's most congested cities lie vacant midst the lockdown saving travellers more than 8 hours of traffic time.</li><li>Pictures show how the roads of Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, and New Delhi are no longer filled with bumper-to-bumper traffic amidst the Coronavirus pandemic in India.</li><li>According to Tom Tom's traffic index, Bengaluru isn't just the most congested city in India, but the world.</li></ul>India's roads are known for being some of the most congested in the world. However, with the nationwide lockdown to combat the spread of coronavirus, these roads are finally seeing some relief. Instead of traffic jams that last hours on end, the roads now lie empty as everyone stays home. This is reflected in the drastic fall of requests for directions on Apple's navigation apps as per data released for up to April 16. <div type="javascript" title="Custom" contenttype="Image"><cdata><![CDATA[<div class="flourish-embed flourish-chart" data-src="visualisation/1981135" data-url="https://flo.uri.sh/visualisation/1981135/embed"></div>]]></cdata></div> The massive traffic on the roads doesn't just take a toll on the environment by <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/weather-maps-show-how-indias-coronavirus-lockdown-is-helping-people-breathe-a-little-better/articleshow/74896617.cms">boosting air pollution</a> but has staggering costs for the economy. The cities that bear the worst of it are Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune and New Delhi. Bengaluru is the most congested city in the world — but not during the lockdown According to <a href="https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/">Tom Tom</a>'s traffic index, <a href="https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/bengaluru-traffic/">Bengaluru</a> isn't just the most congested city in India — but all over the world. It beat out 415 other cities across 57 countries that are covered to earn that title in 2019. <div type="image" title="11" msid="75243336" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Fall in average traffic during the Coronavirus pandemic in Bengaluru over the last seven days&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Drivers in India's 'Silicon Valley' spent an extra 58 minutes per an hour's trip during the morning rush and extra 70 minutes in the evening rush. Due to the lockdown, average congestion is down by as much as 90%. <div type="image" title="2" msid="75243453" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on Bengaluru&amp;#39;s Airport road near Hebbal flyover before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Tom Tom estimates that people wasted at least 243 hours — that's 10 days and 3 hours — in rush hours over the year. In that time they could have watched 215 Game of Thrones episodes. <div type="image" title="3" msid="75243474" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on Bengaluru&amp;#39;s Hosur Main Road before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>India's film city used to lead the index Prior to Bengaluru in 2019, the top spot was held by India's financial capital and film city — <a href="https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/mumbai-traffic/">Mumbai</a>. In 2019, it slipped to the second most congested city in India and the fourth rank on the global index. <div type="image" title="10" msid="75243352" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Fall in average traffic during the Coronavirus pandemic in Mumbai over the last seven days&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Drivers there spent an average of 48 minutes extra per hour, during the morning rush and an extra 62 minutes in the evening. <div type="image" title="6" msid="75243488" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on Mumbai&amp;#39;s airport road before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>All that extra time adds up to 8 days and 17 hours wasted over the entire year. In that time, travellers could have knitted 52 hats and 10 sweaters — not that they would need them in coastal city's sweltering weather. <div type="image" title="7" msid="75243498" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on Mumbai&amp;#39;s Bandra area before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> And, Mumbai's sister city — Pune — is almost just as bad Right after Mumbai, its sister city <a href="https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/pune-traffic/">Pune</a> is ranked fifth the most congested city globally — and third in India. The worst hour to be on the roads was Friday's from 7 pm to 8 pm, more than doubling the time that it would take to get from point A to point B. <div type="image" title="12" msid="75243366" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Fall in average traffic during the Coronavirus pandemic in Pune over the last seven days&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>The time lost in rush hours in Pune is 8 days and an hour per year. That's the duration required to plant 193 trees — or solve 39 jigsaw puzzles — according to Tom Tom. <div type="image" title="9" msid="75243505" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on Bengaluru&amp;#39;s raods before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The national capital New Delhi is no exception India's capital city, <a href="https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/new-delhi-traffic/">New Delhi</a>, has worked on many a solution to try and combat the burgeoning traffic problems in the city — including wider roads, elevated roads, alternative routes, underpasses and other things. <div type="image" title="pjote roads (2)" msid="75243402" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Fall in average traffic during the Coronavirus pandemic in New Delhi over the last seven days&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> However, people in the city still spend an extra 7 days and 22 hours in traffic every year. Like in the other cities, it takes nearly double the time to travel during the evening rush hours and an extra 44 minutes per hour in the morning. <div type="image" title="4" msid="75243572" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Traffic on the Delhi-Gurgaon NH8 highway before and after the lockdown&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> According to a study by the Centre for Science and Environment (<a href="https://cdn.cseindia.org/attachments/0.91019300_1522405882_Google-analysis-by-CSE-graphs-and-charts.pdf">CSE</a>), the crisis costs the national capital an extra ₹54,000 crore in 2013. Using data from Google they were able to estimate that it wasn't just the peak hours that were bad for the city. During the 12 hours between 8 am to 8 pm, cars were only able to exceed speeds of 30 kilometres per hour 8% of the time. <div type="image" title="1" msid="75243515" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pictures of Ghazipur (L) during normal traffic and (R) during nationwide lockdown in Delhi &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> With the nationwide lockdown in place, traffic in these cities has virtually disappeared. However, this doesn't mean that the problems have been solved. Once this temporary reprieve is over, these cities will still have a high number of cars, bumper-to-bumper traffic congestion and the usual grid gridlock during peak travel times will make its return. How can we keep the congestion from making a return? To keep things from returning to how they were during pre-Coronavirus times, making more roads can't be the only answer. Some studies show that building more roads actually induces even more traffic. Instead, <a href="https://www.cseindia.org/congestion-on-delhi-roads-has-worsened--6994">CSE</a> suggests that the respective governments should focus more on public transport strategies, walking infrastructure and appropriate pricing of car usage to actually curb motorisation. In Brazil's <a href="https://www.wri.org/blog/2015/03/3-ways-sao-paulos-companies-helped-curb-traffic-congestion">Sao Paulo</a> carpools and use of public transport has already proven how these solutions can be beneficial for both, the government and private companies. Beijing and Shanghai were one of the first adopters of transport demand management (<a href="https://www.wri.org/blog/2015/04/4-lessons-beijing-and-shanghai-show-how-china-s-cities-can-curb-car-congestion">TDM</a>) in China. They used measures like license auctioning, parking certificates, and building up their public transport infrastructure. In London, congestion pricing reduced vehicle travel by 17% and, in San Francisco, real-time parking pricing dues the miles travelled by cars by 30%. In most places, TDM measures are driven by the public sector but their tangible results once the private sector <a href="https://www.wri.org/blog/2015/03/strategies-sustainable-cities-demystifying-transport-demand-management">catches up</a>. In India, the government in Bengaluru has started talking to the private sector to discuss things like shifting how employees commute to work. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/before-and-after-pictures-show-the-coronavirus-travel-ban-brought-airlines-to-a-grinding-halt-since-march/articleshow/75074376.cms" style="">Before and after pictures show how the Coronavirus travel ban brought airlines to a grinding halt since March</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/weather-maps-show-how-indias-coronavirus-lockdown-is-helping-people-breathe-a-little-better/articleshow/74896617.cms">Weather maps show how India’s Coronavirus lockdown is helping people breathe a little better</a>

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<ul><li>Mumbai is now the most car-congested city in India with 510 cars for every kilometre. </li><li>Car density in Mumbai is five times more than that of New Delhi. </li><li>Pune, Kolkata, Chennai are among the top five most ‘car congested’ cities after Mumbai. </li></ul>Narrow roads and lack of parking regulation have all contributed to turning India’s financial capital Mumbai into the most car-congested city in the country. Mumbai’s car density rose by 18% in the last two years with 510 cars for kilometers of road, Times of India reported. The density is five times higher than that of New Delhi, which is also struggling with longer traffic jams and lower Air Quality Index, <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mumbais-car-density-5-times-that-of-delhi/articleshow/68553387.cms?from=mdr">reported</a> the Times of India. Other cities struggling with the problem of high car congestion include Pune with 359 cars per kilometre, followed by Kolkata with 319 cars per km and Chennai with 297 cars per km. The primary reason behind car-congestion is insufficient road space. The private car population of Mumbai is less than a third of Delhi but it has only 2,000km of road in comparison to 28,000 km road space in Delhi. The under-construction Mumbai metro network adds to the problem. There were only 430 cars per km in mid-2016, according to Maharashtra transport ministry data, <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mumbais-car-density-5-times-that-of-delhi/articleshow/68553387.cms?from=mdr">reported the Times</a> of India. However, the government <a href="https://www.hindustantimes.com/mumbai-news/mumbai-metro-work-causes-traffic-bottlenecks/story-yARZ73LiWSpMYFgfiKLTeM.html">expects</a> traffic to ease once the Metro project finishes by 2021. In mid-2016, car density in Mumbai was 430 cars per km, which has now gone up to 510, This has taken the total number of registered private cars to 1 million on city roads, roughly 28% of the total vehicular population in the city, which stands at 3.6 million, said the report citing an official. Nearly half the road space is occupied by private cars of all types including SUVs which is why the average speed on the Western Express highway is limited to 10kmph during peak hours. There is an urgent need to set up a parking authority which will overlook parking problems in the city and free up 50% roadspace in the city, said the reporting citing an official. The transport commissioners in the past have suggested people to using public transportation system but there’s little progress on it. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/gurgaon-is-the-most-polluted-city-in-the-world/articleshow/68267574.cms">India accounts for 7 of the world’s 10 most polluted cities — with Gurugram ranked as the worst: Study</a>

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<ul><li>Tech companies are launching 'lite' versions of their apps to bridge the gap between internet penetration and internet speeds in emerging markets like India. </li><li>'Chrome Lite Pages' and 'Firefox Lite' are two of the most recent 'lite' features to enter the Indian market. </li><li>The problem of slow internet speeds due to network congestion isn't a problem that's specific to India but other populous countries around the world as well. </li></ul>Latching onto bandwagon of 'lite' apps being introduced into the market, Google and Firefox <a href="https://blog.chromium.org/2019/03/chrome-lite-pages-for-faster-leaner.html">launched</a> the light versions of their mobile web browsers on Wednesday in India. While internet penetration may be increasing in the country, internet speeds growing at a much slower rate — 'lite' apps are a way for companies to cater to users who don't necessarily receive the best internet connectivity. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 The introduction of 'lite' apps in emerging markets like India is about capturing the 627 million users that are expected to be online in India by the end of 2019 <a href="https://www.adgully.com/ads/Internet-in-Indic_2017_Final.pdf">according</a> to a Kantar IBM Report. And, tech companies aren't only looking at browsers that looking to bridge the gap between internet speeds and internet penetration. Gaming giants are also launching a 'lite' versions of their game — like the Tencent-backed PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) launched a 'lite' version of their game in February that takes 10 time less space than the original game. Even TikTok, a social media platform that's recently garnered popularity in India, has a 'lite' version of its app in the Play Store. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/Facebook-Has-A-New-App-For-Emerging-Markets-Called-Facebook-Lite/articleshow/46022435.cms">Facebook Has A New App For Emerging Markets Called 'Facebook Lite'</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/uber-lite-is-a-sub-5mb-app-designed-in-india-but-meant-for-the-world/articleshow/64558847.cms">Uber Lite is a sub-5MB app designed in India, but meant for the world</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/MobiKwik-launches-a-light-lite-app-to-integrate-all-Indians/articleshow/55662642.cms">MobiKwik launches a 'lite' app for seamless transactions, even on basic connection</a>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>The spread of the <keyword id="12616996" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="omicron" source="Orion">Omicron</keyword> variant of the coronavirus is interfering with operations at the world's largest port in Shanghai. </li><li>The increase of outbreaks, paired with strict testing protocols, is leaving <keyword id="11921984" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="ports" source="Orion">ports</keyword> understaffed. </li></ul>The rapid spread of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus is leading to yet another wave of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/supply-chain-crisis"></a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/supply-chain-crisis">global supply chain backlogs</a> that experts warn could be even worse than in previous months. <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/omicron-wrecks-havoc-on-supply-chain-if-asia-factories-close-2022-1">Congestion is mounting</a> at the world's largest port in Shanghai as ships reroute to the location to avoid bottlenecks at nearby facilities that have suspended or limited operations due to COVID-19 outbreaks, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-01-13/chinese-port-congestion-grows-as-ships-try-to-avoid-virus-curbs?sref=p7zS9UoY">Bloomberg reported</a>. The backlogs have been exacerbated by an increase of outbreaks across the country, leaving many ports and freight companies understaffed and functioning at reduced capacity. According to Bloomberg, many companies have started mandating strict testing protocols in advance of the Chinese New Year next month, further slowing operations. An outbreak in Shenzhen, for example, has left a queue of ships as workers seek treatment and testing, leading officials to start restricting goods from entering the port. Meanwhile, in Tianjin, trucking capacity is estimated to be running at half its standard output, after workers were ordered to take a half-day off work for required testing, Bloomberg reported. Frederic Neumann, co-head of Asian Economics Research at HSBC, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/omicron-wrecks-havoc-on-supply-chain-if-asia-factories-close-2022-1">wrote in a note to clients this week</a> that the delays could contribute to the "mother of all <keyword id="11894138" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="supply-chain" source="Orion">supply chain</keyword> stumbles," given <keyword id="11892748" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="china" source="Orion">China</keyword>'s significant role in global trade.According to Neumann, the Omicron variant is "potent enough to deprive Asia's factory of a critical number of workers," creating a scenario that will be "hugely disruptive." "A rapid spread of Omicron across Asia — from Korea to India, and mainland China to Indonesia — raises the risk of major production disruptions," Neumann wrote in the note. "And, here, Omicron, might prove even more disruptive than past waves: with slower moving variants, many governments were able to shield essential manufacturing operations, limiting the impact on the output of essential goods and components." The disruption at ports across Asia also comes as the US continues to battle historic congestion at its large ports in Southern California. The rise in COVID-19 infections has left an <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/covid-surges-largest-us-port-threaten-more-delays-2022-1">estimated 800 dock workers ill</a> this week, further slowing operations and contributing to port backlogs. "Better hold tight. Looks like things will be volatile for a while," Neumann wrote in the note.

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<ul><li>Mumbai takes the top spot for being the city with the worst traffic flow in the world for the second consecutive year. </li><li>An average commute during peak hours in Mumbai takes 65% longer than usual travel time. </li><li>New Delhi is standing just a few spots away from Mumbai at fourth position.</li></ul>India’s financial capital,Mumbai, is seeing the worst traffic flow in the world, said a report by navigation technology firm TomTom said. While New Delhi stands just a few spots away from Mumbai at fourth position. The report studied congestion in 403 cities across 56 countries in six continents. Mumbai takes the top spot for the second consecutive year. An average commute during peak hours in Mumbai takes 65% more time because of traffic while it takes 58% longer in Delhi to travel during rush hours. The top five most congested cities in the world are Mumbai followed by Colombian capital, Bogota (63%), Lima in Peru (58 per cent), New Delhi (58 per cent) and Russian capital, Moscow (56%). Rising trend Traffic congestion has been rising globally over the last 10 years and all the cities included in the Traffic index report are either witnessing constant rise in traffic congestion or have been constant during 2017 and 2018. Out of the 403 cities included only 90 cities that have shown measurable decreases. Most of the decreasing trend was seen in Asian cities mainly in Jakarta where the congestion fell by 8%. Every city in South America posted an increase in congestion with Lima, Peru witnessing 8% increase. "Globally, traffic congestion is rising. And that's both good and bad news. It's good because it indicates a strong global economy, but the flip side is drivers wasting time sitting in traffic, not to mention the huge environmental impact," Ralf-Peter Schaefer, TomTom's Vice President of Traffic information said. The report suggested that the car makers, technology, companies and road authorities will have to design tool to make roads less congested.

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As the seasons change and flu or <keyword id="64478" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="viral-infections" source="Orion">viral infections</keyword> spread, it's essential to have a toolkit of natural remedies at your disposal. In India, where traditional medicine has deep roots, several <keyword id="54649" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="home-remedies" source="Orion">home remedies</keyword> offer effective ways to alleviate symptoms, boost immunity, and prevent the flu from taking hold. This article presents eight home remedies that can help during the ongoing flu season, outlining their health benefits, medicinal uses, methods of consumption, and preventive measures. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Turmeric Milk (Haldi Doodh)" comment="subhead" text="Turmeric Milk (Haldi Doodh)">Turmeric Milk (Haldi Doodh)</cmsannotation> Health Benefits: Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It aids in reducing inflammation, boosting immunity, and easing throat discomfort. Medicinal Uses: Turmeric milk helps soothe a sore throat, ease coughing, and provides overall immune support. Ways to Take: Warm a cup of milk and add a pinch of turmeric, a dash of black pepper, and a touch of honey for taste. Drink before bedtime. How it helps: Consuming turmeric milk regularly can bolster your immune system, making your body more resilient to infections. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Ginger Tea" comment="subhead" text="Ginger Tea">Ginger Tea</cmsannotation> Health Benefits: Ginger has antimicrobial properties and can alleviate nausea, cough, and congestion. It also aids in digestion and boosts circulation. Medicinal Uses: Ginger tea helps ease cold symptoms, improves circulation, and soothes an upset stomach. Ways to Take: Boil sliced ginger in water, add a squeeze of lemon and honey, and enjoy as a comforting tea. 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