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New Delhi, Mar 20 (PTI) Tata Power on Thursday said it has installed over 1.5 lakh solar rooftops in the country.

The total capacity of its rooftop solar installations nationwide has now reached around 3 GW, Tata Power said in a statement.

The solar rooftop installation projects included PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana along with other private and government projects.

The installations have been completed in over 300 cities of India.

"There are multiple benefits associated with Tata Power Solar Rooftop which include an 80 per cent reduction in electricity bills, a 25-year warranty on solar modules, and a payback period of 4-7 years," the company said. PTI ABI ABI

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New Delhi, Mar 20 (PTI) The government on Thursday said 12.55 lakh refunds were made in 2024 for faulty toll collections on National Highways.

In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said penalties of more than Rs 2 crore have been levied so far on the user fee collecting agencies for incorrect user fee deduction cases.

"National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI), which provides the Central Clearing House (CCH) services of National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) Programme, has reported 12.55 lakh transactions where refunds were made due to incorrect user fee (toll) deductions in the year 2024 out of a total of 410 crore FASTag transactions in the same year which represents 0.03 per cent of all FASTag transactions," Gadkari said.

He further said if toll agencies are found responsible for incorrect user fee deduction, as per Clause-15 of Contract Agreement, a 30-50x penalty on excess user fee will be imposed on the fee collecting agency.

Vehicles are sometimes charged toll fees even without travelling on a National Highway/Expressway when user fee-collecting agencies enter incorrect Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) in the system while manually creating VRN-based transactions. The double charging sometimes happens due to multiple readings by FASTag readers.

Responding to a separate question, Gadkari said state-owned NHAI is also considering the installation of audit cameras at high-value toll plazas to independently monitor the accurate count and classify vehicles using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

User fee rates are determined as per NH-Fee Rules, 2008, which are displayed at each fee plaza.

The minister said an Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) has been installed across 325 National Highway projects with a total length of around 20,000 km.

He said the government envisions development of Wayside Amenities (WSAs) at approximate intervals of 40-60 km along NHs.

The "...Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has planned to award around 700+ WSAs," Gadkari said, adding that a total of 393 WSAs have been awarded so far, out of which 94 are operational.

Replying to another question, Gadkari said the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has raised Rs 6,661 crore through TOT (Toll, Operate, and Transfer) Mode for the financial year 2024-25 till date.

In addition, the bids for the projects under TOT-15 (land parcels) are under evaluation, he added.

As of March 17, 2025, a total of 26,367 public EV charging stations are deployed across the country, the minister said, adding that 10,019 public EV charging stations have been deployed during fiscal year 2024-25 across the country. PTI BKS BKS

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Mumbai, Mar 20 (PTI) Tata Communications is likely to invest over USD 200 million in FY26, a top official said on Thursday.

The Tata group company has been investing about USD 200-300 million per year for the last few fiscals.

"The capex investments would be around the same lines," its managing director and chief executive A S Lakshminarayanan told PTI, replying to a specific question on the FY26 investments.

The communications technology player, which launched a cloud offering christened "Vayu" on Thursday, invests in a slew of areas including subsea cables every year, he said.

It has been investing over USD 50 million per annum for the last three years in its cloud services business alone, the CEO said.

The company is "constantly" engaged in adding to its subsea cable network but does not announce every initiative, he said.

Apart from that, its other areas of investment include customer interaction suite and also for data centres where it has a minority stake in a joint venture, he said.

The company's executive vice president for cloud and cybersecurity services, Bhaskar Gorti, said the Vayu solution offers cost savings of up to 30 per cent as compared to competition.

The CEO said that unlike the current practice where a company has to go to multiple vendors, Vayu is an integrated offering which would lead to cost savings.

It also offers on-demand Nvidia Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) which can help accelerate AI adoption at the client end. PTI AA HVA

OTTplay Awards 2025 honour excellence in streaming entertainment across Indian languages

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (NewsVoir)

OTTplay, India’s leading OTT aggregator, is thrilled to announce the third edition of the OTTplay Awards, set to take place on March 22, 2025. Continuing its unique legacy under the theme “One Nation, One Award”, OTTplay Awards remain the only platform that unites and celebrates outstanding OTT films and web series across all Indian languages—ensuring a level playing field for diverse content.

This year’s edition, presented by Real Fruit Juices and Beverages (Co-Presenting Partner), is powered by Stockgroww and held in partnership with HT City. The event is further supported by Flipkart Spoyl (Exclusive Styling Partner), D Paul’s (Travel Partner), Amante (Premium Lingerie Partner), Aussie Lamb (Special Partner), and Propshop (Real Estate Partner).

Recognising excellence in OTT

The OTTplay Awards 2025 will honour the finest performances, filmmakers, and creative minds shaping India’s digital entertainment landscape. Featuring around 30 categories, the awards will recognise excellence in acting, direction, writing, and more.

A key highlight is the Viewer’s Choice Awards, where audiences play a pivotal role in selecting the winners. Fans will get to vote for their favourite films, series, and actors on www.ottplay.com/awards ensuring an inclusive and democratic selection process.

“One Nation, One Award is the essence of OTTplay Awards – celebrating films and series across all Indian languages on an equal footing. This year, we continue to spotlight the best in Indian entertainment and bring audiences closer to the content they love,” said Avinash Mudaliar, Co-founder & CEO, OTTplay.

Award categories

The third edition of OTTplay Awards will feature multiple categories recognising excellence in OTT entertainment, including:

Best Movie

Best Director (Film)

Best Actor in a Film (Male)

Best Actor in a Film (Female)

Best Actor in a Negative Role (Film)

Best Actor in a Comic Role (Film)

Best Director (Series)

Best Actor in a Series (Male)

Best Actor in a Series (Female)

Best Supporting Actor in a Series (Male)

Best Supporting Actor in a Series (Female)

Best Actor in a Negative Role (Series)

Best Actor in a Comic Role (Series)

Best Showrunner

Best Talk Show Host

Best Reality Show

Best Non-scripted Show

Trailblazer of the Year

Versatile Performer of the Year (Female)

Versatile Performer of the Year (Male)

Best Documentary Series

Pioneering Contributions to New-Wave Cinema

Inspiring Performer of the Year

Additionally, the Viewer’s Choice Awards, selected through audience votes submitted on www.ottplay.com/awards include:

Best Series

Breakthrough Performance in Film (Male)

Breakthrough Performance in Film (Female)

Breakthrough Performance in a Series (Male)

Breakthrough Performance in a Series (Female)

For more updates, stay tuned to www.ottplay.com/awards.

About OTTplay

OTTplay is India’s pioneering OTT aggregator, revolutionising content discovery and consumption with AI-driven recommendations. With OTTplay Premium, users get a curated selection of content from over 36 premier OTT platforms, personalised to their unique viewing preferences.

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Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], March 20: Businesses are continuously looking for ways to streamline operations, enhance customer interactions, and improve efficiency. The rise of AI has been a game-changer, particularly with the advent of autonomous AI agents that can function independently, make decisions, and collaborate seamlessly with other digital systems. One company making strides in this is DaveAI, a company that leverages conversational AI, generative AI, and virtual avatars to enhance business processes. By implementing autonomous AI agents, DaveAI is redefining digital workflows across industries, from customer service to financial services and retail solutions.

The Emergence of Agentic AI

The concept of Agentic AI refers to AI systems capable of initiating tasks, making independent decisions, and improving workflows without continuous human intervention. Unlike traditional AI, which requires explicit instructions, agentic AI learns from interactions, adapts to new information, and autonomously optimizes business functions. This shift is driven by advancements in machine learning, natural language processing, and cognitive computing, allowing AI agents to understand context and optimize business functions autonomously.

How DaveAI’s Autonomous AI Agents Are Transforming Digital Workflows

The ability of AI to optimize workflows has been significantly enhanced with the introduction of autonomous AI agents. These AI-driven solutions eliminate manual inefficiencies, accelerate processes, and provide intelligent insights that drive better decision-making. By integrating AI across various business functions, DaveAI is leading the way in digital transformation.

Enhancing Customer Experience in Banking and Financial Services

In the BFSI sector, DaveAI’s autonomous agents are transforming customer interactions by providing personalized engagement through interactive virtual avatars. These avatars guide customers through complex financial products and services, offering real-time assistance and tailored recommendations. With the implementation of generative AI chatbots, financial institutions can deliver accurate and context-aware customer service. By interpreting customer emotions and intent, these chatbots ensure a seamless and efficient banking experience.

Simplifying Retail Workflows with AI-Powered Assistance

In the retail sector, AI agents are redefining how customers engage with products and brands. DaveAI’s AI-powered virtual avatars and chatbots play a crucial role in simplifying product understanding and enhancing the decision-making process. By offering real-time assistance, these intelligent agents help customers navigate product options, personalize recommendations, and receive active and passive nudges that make shopping experiences more intuitive. Whether through informative conversations or interactive assistance, AI ensures customers are equipped with relevant details to make informed purchase decisions, ultimately improving engagement and satisfaction.

Challenges and Considerations in Autonomous AI Adoption

The adoption of autonomous AI agents comes with challenges that businesses must address to ensure ethical and effective implementation. One major concern is decision transparency, where businesses need to understand how AI systems arrive at conclusions. DaveAI incorporates explainable AI features to clarify decision-making processes. Bias mitigation is another critical issue, as AI models must be continuously refined to ensure fair and unbiased outputs. Additionally, regulatory and ethical considerations surrounding data privacy and compliance remain key factors in AI deployment. DaveAI addresses these challenges by implementing robust data protection measures and adhering to industry regulations.

The Future of Autonomous AI in Digital Workflows

As businesses continue integrating AI-driven technologies, autonomous AI agents will play an even greater role in optimizing workflows. Future advancements will see increased collaboration between AI agents and human employees, leading to greater workplace efficiency. AI-powered interactions will become more sophisticated, creating hyper-personalized experiences, and wider adoption will occur across multiple industries, including healthcare and manufacturing. DaveAI’s commitment to AI-driven workflow automation places it at the forefront of this evolution.

Conclusion

The integration of autonomous AI agents is enhancing digital workflows, enabling businesses to automate operations, enhance customer experiences, and improve efficiency. DaveAI’s innovative solutions in conversational AI, generative AI, and virtual avatars showcase how AI is driving digital transformation. While challenges like transparency, bias mitigation, and regulatory compliance remain, DaveAI proactively addresses these concerns, ensuring ethical and effective AI solutions. As AI technology advances, the potential for autonomous AI agents to reshape business operations becomes more tangible, making AI-driven workflows the future of enterprise success.

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