Bibekananda Dash

Traveler, IT Professional, Social Activist @kalingaswaraj . @EpiqGlobal emp, ex @AOL @PitneyBowes. Views my own, RTs r not endorsement

[Sridhar Vembu @svembu]

This is big: all access to Mythos and Fable AI models disabled for everyone outside America.

First thoughts:

1. Technology is the ultimate weapon. National sovereignty, national security, all of it is now about technology.

2. Globalization is dead and Bharat must find her own way ahead.

We must keep these two ideas in mind.

What can our government do right now? Ensure that orgs in India embrace smaller models, both Indian and Chinese open source ones. With a bit of effort, we can make them work. Anyway, why pay money to people who don't even want to sell to you?

We must deepen our R&D. Sarvam has been on it and we have been on it but remember that the latest models cost not only huge GPU budgets to train, the GPUs themselves are restricted. So we can't afford the scale of money (of the order of $100+ billion to even get in the game!) and even if we could come up with the money, we can't get all the GPUs. I would not like to ask the government to fund tens of billions of dollars on this anyway - the money has far better uses.

Zoho has been pursuing alternative R&D approaches that are far, far less expensive but by its nature cutting edge R&D takes time and we are patient. I am confident we will get there.

Any remaining people in India who have delusions about globalization should wake up now.

[Tejasvi Surya @Tejasvi_Surya]

The US has suspended access to its most advanced AI models for every foreign national on earth - overnight, without notice.

For a country of India’s civilisational weight and geostrategic position, with its own unique security challenges, there is simply no alternative to building sovereign AI capability.

This moment makes that clearer than any policy argument ever could.

[Odisha Vigilance @OdishaVigilance]

2 Crore cash stashed in Bank lockers, 5 Multi-Storey bldgs (4 in #Bhubaneswar) (17850 Sqft),13 Plots (7 in BBSR), etc. unearthed so far during searches on Sri Baikuntha Nath Behera, Asst Executive Engr, #ITDA, Baliguda, #Kandhamal. He joined service in 1999 as JE @ Rs 6000/- pm.

[NDTV India @ndtvindia]

तमिलनाडु में त्रिशंकु विधानसभा और सरकार बनाने की खींचतान के बीच वायरल हुआ बीजेपी नेता प्रम���द महाजन का एक पुराना भाषण

नोट: यह भाषण अप्रैल 1997 का है.

#Viral #Tamilnadu #PramodMahajan #TVKVijay‌

[Jyotiraditya M. Scindia @JM_Scindia]

If you receive a message like this on your phone, it is a test alert as part of India’s new nationwide mobile-based Disaster Communication System, developed by the @cdot_india team at @DoT_India with @ndmaindia, using cell broadcast technology.

This system will henceforth be used to send near real-time, geo-targeted alerts in multiple languages, strengthening emergency response and putting citizen safety first.

[TOI Bengaluru @TOIBengaluru]

#Bengaluru: The deadline to avail a 5% rebate on full payment of property tax for the financial year 2026–27 has been extended till May 31, according to Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA)

@timesofindia

[Niranjan Kaggere @nkaggere]

Henceforth, Property owners in #Bengaluru need not struggle or visit Bescom office to transfer their electricity connection. E-sign documents online & complete the process in 10-15 min without any uploads! @TOIBengaluru @NammaBESCOM @TVMohandasPai #Karnataka

[Greater Bengaluru Authority @GBA_office]

📢 Now Get Your e-Khata via SAS ID! 🌆

Citizens of Greater Bengaluru can now download e-Khata online using their
SAS (Self-Assessment Scheme) Property Tax ID.

🌐 How to Download?
👉 https://t.co/2V9SMqFpyK
📱 Login with Mobile Number & OTP
🆔 Enter SAS Property Tax ID
⬇️ Download instantly

✨ Key Highlights:
✔️ ~13 lakh e-Khatas available
✔️ 24x7 online access
✔️ No office visits required
✔️ SMS/WhatsApp download link
✔️ No middlemen

📌 Important Note:
⚠️ Issued on “As-Is-Where-Is” basis

📋 For Full Validation, Update:
✔️ Aadhaar & e-KYC
✔️ Sale Deed
✔️ Property details (GPS & Photos)
✔️ BESCOM ID (if applicable)

🌱 Benefits:
✔️ Quick & easy access
✔️ Transparent system
✔️ Saves time & effort

🙏 All property owners are requested to download their e-Khata at the earliest

🏙️ Digital Services for a Better Bengaluru

#DKShivakumar
#GreaterBengaluruAuthority
#DigitalBengaluru #PropertyServices #nammabengaluru @DKShivakumar

[Piyush Goyal @PiyushGoyal]

When you cannot digest facts, you spread misinformation!

HM @AmitShah ji has clarified in Parliament that the Southern states will not face any injustice in delimitation.

Rather, their share will rise, reflecting a proportionate increase. The same pattern holds for each state.

The Modi Government remains committed to ensuring the welfare of the people across the country, with a fair approach.

[Greater Bengaluru Authority @GBA_office]

Get eKhata at Your Home! by Janasevaka

Call Janasevaka 080-49203888

Book Online @ https://t.co/DL7EACAEaY

Karnataka Government will send Janasevaka to your home & apply eKhata sitting at home.
#GreaterBengaluruAuthority #DKShivakumar #CMofKarnataka #gbachiefcommissioner
@D@DKShivakumar

[Iran Embassy SA @IraninSA]

They were with @mb_ghalibaf & @araghchi on the flight, they are in the negotiations, Children of Minab are always with us.

[Greater Bengaluru Authority @GBA_office]

Dear All,

Sometimes citizens apply ekhata but make mistakes or miss out on some critical documents or tag wrong documents.

Hitherto they were required to wait for decision of City Corp about their applications or personally go to aro or other offices and request changes in their already submitted applications.

In order to facilitate citizens now they can WITHDRAW their any submitted application before it’s approved/decided and can submit afresh themselves rectifying any lacunae or missing things.

The option is available online at https://t.co/xTTQNycAMY

Munish Moudgil IAS
Special Commissioner (IT & Revenue) GBA
#GreaterBengaluruAuthority #DKShivakumar #gbachiefcommissioner
@DKShivakumar

[Greater Bengaluru Authority @GBA_office]

🏠 Self-Enumeration for Census 2027

⏳ Only 5 Days Left!
Complete your Self-Enumeration before April 15, 2026

Citizens within the Greater Bengaluru Authority limits are requested to complete the Self-Enumeration process as part of the National Census 2027.

🌐 Self-Enumeration Portal:
https://t.co/5l6DCx9kIP

📋 Simple & Quick Process

Any one member of the household can complete it

Takes only 15–20 minutes

Register through the portal and receive a Self-Enumeration ID via mobile or email

📅 Next Step
From April 16 – May 15, 2026, Census Enumerators will visit homes to verify and collect information.

✅ If you already have a Self-Enumeration ID, please share it with the enumerator during their visit.

🤝 Your participation helps build a better Bengaluru.

#GreaterBengaluruAuthority #bengaluru #Census2027 #DKShivakumar #eastcitycorporation @DKShivakumar @CensusIndia2027

[Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰 @SriLankaTweet]

Train services on the Northern Railway Line resume today after India-supported restoration of cyclone-damaged sections under a USD 5M grant, part of India’s USD 450M assistance package.
Thank you, India 🇱🇰🇮🇳
Completed ahead of the Sinhala & Tamil New Year, reconnecting vital regions.
@IndiainSL @BimalRathnayake @santjha @MEAIndia
@IndianDiplomacy @IrconOfficial

[N Chandrababu Naidu @ncbn]

The capital of Andhra Pradesh is Amaravati.

#APThanksIndia
#APThanksModiJi
#HistoricAmaravatiResolution

[Bibekananda Dash @atbbk]

Billions spent to destroy public infrastructure and natural resources worth Billions which are meant for people.
Billions more spent on luxury ballrooms.
Then layoffs to cut costs from humans and invest on machines.

Wise spending?
Priorities broken in the world we live in?

[Karnataka Portfolio @karnatakaportf]

Electronic City stands out as one of Bangalore’s most secure and well-planned areas, with 24/7 CISF protection across 900 acres housing 140+ tech firms. Managed by ELCITA, it offers smooth roads, clean surroundings, smart bus stops, walkable pavements, and strong connectivity making it a surprisingly underrated part of the city.
#bangalore #bengaluru #electroniccity @BlrCityPolice @CPBlr @Jointcptraffic @CISFHQrs @Infosys @Wipro @TCS @alokkumar6994 @DgpKarnataka @KarnatakaCops @Lolita_TNIE @ChristinMP_

[Nirmala Sitharaman @nsitharaman]

In view of the West Asia crisis, the central excise duty on petrol and diesel for domestic consumption has been reduced by ₹10 per litre each. This will provide protection to consumers from rise in prices. Hon. PM @narendramodi has always ensured that citizens are protected from vagaries of supply and costs of essential goods.

Further, duties have been imposed on exports of Diesel at ₹21.5 per litre and on ATF at ₹29.5 per litre. This will ensure adequate availability of these products for domestic consumption. The Parliament has been notified about the same.

[Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw @kiranshaw]

This is crucial information all the foreign nationals must pay attention to for their smooth arrival and stay in #NammaBengaluru.

[Consumer Affairs @jagograhakjago]

Charged extra “LPG fees” on your bill? Not acceptable—pay only the menu price (plus taxes), and if you notice any such charges, get them removed or report it via NCH 1915 or e-Jagriti.
For more information click here:
https://t.co/vkMykAd4p8

#JagoGrahakJago #LPGCharge #UnfairTradePractice #NCH1915 #ConsumerAwareness