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Eicher Launches AI-Powered Uptime NXT Fleet Services

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has launched Eicher Uptime NXT Services, supported by an AI-enabled Uptime Centre, to strengthen proactive vehicle support and improve fleet productivity.The centre brings together customers, technicians, engineers and technical experts, combining connected vehicle data with service information to support faster, coordinated interventions. Services include fuel advisory, driver scorecards, vehicle-operation insights, vehicle immobiliser support and proactive interventions.The launch builds on Eicher’s dedicated Upti..

64 Per Cent of Indian Firms Near AI Goals: Autodesk Report

Sixty-four per cent of Indian organisations are approaching or have achieved their current artificial intelligence (AI) goals, according to Autodesk’s fourth annual State of Design & Make report, released on 13 October 2026.The report found that 88 per cent believe AI will enhance their industry, compared with 78 per cent in 2025. Meanwhile, 90 per cent expect it to make their industry more creative, up from 80 per cent.AI adoption is extending into everyday operations, with 57 per cent integrating it into design workflows, including generative design, simulation and content creation. An..

Durakraft Focuses on Automation in uPVC Profile Manufacturing

Durakraft Extrusions is strengthening its uPVC profile manufacturing processes through automation, raw material controls and quality checks, with a focus on consistency and long-term performance in door and window applications.The company says it follows the EN 12608 standard for its profiles and aligns manufacturing practices with European quality benchmarks. It also cites ISO, BIS and IGBC certifications as supporting its quality approach.Raw material selection includes the use of lead-free calcium-zinc (Ca-Zn) stabilisers. According to Durakraft, its manufacturing process is largely automat..