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BharatRohan and Kosher Climate Collaborate on AWD Project to Conserve Water and Reduce Methane Emissions in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh

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GURUGRAM, India , Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BharatRohan, a pioneering agritech company, in collaboration with Kosher Climate, announces the launch of a groundbreaking Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) project. Spanning across 12,000 acres and benefiting over 6,000 local farmers in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.

The AWD project will revolutionize traditional irrigation practices. Farmers are equipped with 30cm PVC pipes to monitor water levels, allowing them to irrigate only when necessary, conserving water and reducing reliance on motor pumps and electricity. By intermittently drying the fields, AWD introduces oxygen into the soil, which discourages the anaerobic conditions necessary for methane-producing microbes to thrive. This periodic oxygenation helps significantly reduce methane emissions, a critical step towards combating climate change. BharatRohan provides comprehensive training and support to farmers, alongside advanced drone-based crop monitoring for precise farming decisions.

“We are excited to partner with Kosher Climate on this transformative project,” said Amandeep Panwar, Co-founder & Director at BharatRohan. “By integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices, we are not only addressing crucial environmental issues but also enhancing the profitability and sustainability of farming in India.”

BharatRohan drone-based imaging technology validates drying cycles and PVC pipe installation. Hyperspectral imaging monitors soil moisture, detects drought stress, and ensures efficient water use, enhancing crop health. The practice of Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) not only offers environmental benefits but also empowers farmers by increasing soil nutrient availability, promoting better root growth, and boosting crop yields through more efficient nutrient uptake. Additionally, the project facilitates the generation of approximately 10,000 carbon credits in its inaugural year, following the successful completion of two drying cycles. This not only underscores the project’s environmental impact but also augments farmers’ incomes through carbon credit revenues.

The implementation of Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) can reduce water usage by approximately 30 to 40% without compromising crop yield. This practice also contributes to lowering methane emissions, enhancing environmental sustainability. These benefits make this technology an advantageous approach for both resource conservation and sustainable agriculture. Further, this opens the opportunity for carbon farming. – Dr. Sudarshan Dutta, Lead, NbS (Agriculture), Kosher Climate India Pvt., Ltd.

Before learning about Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD), we used to flood our fields continuously, believing it was necessary for rice cultivation. Now, with the AWD technique, we only irrigate when needed based on the water visibility in the pipe installed in my field. This change has saved us a significant amount of water and diesel, reduced weed growth, and enriched our soil, benefiting our crops. Additionally, we have been able to earn extra income, which we invest in better technology like Drone based crop monitoring. BharatRohan’s training and support have been instrumental in implementing this practice, says Rakesh Kumar, Barabanki Farmer.

About BharatRohan

BharatRohan is an agri-tech start-up specializing in UAV/Drone Spectral Imaging-based Decision Support Systems (DSS) for farmers. They offer a comprehensive procurement platform to institutional buyers with traceability as the key value addition. The solution is vertically integrated and offers farmers and FPOs access to markets through buyback arrangements. The value proposition for paying customers is access to pesticide and residue-free agricultural commodities, along with a farm traceability platform. The company is tapping into the export market demand, which can offer higher margins to farmers.

About Kosher Climate

Kosher Climate is an internationally reputed consultancy firm dedicated to guiding businesses in achieving sustainable development and growth. They offer a comprehensive suite of services, including Carbon credit generation, monetization, Environmental Impact advisory, Renewable Energy advisory, and corporate sustainability compliance and reporting. A significant aspect of their work involves assisting project developers in securing carbon finance, ensuring the longevity of climate projects.

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DUVA Introduces DUVA ONE at IFA 2026: Personalized Sleep Earbuds That Respond in Real Time

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The Sleep System That Understands You Best.

BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DUVA, created by Fitnexa, is introducing DUVA ONE at IFA Berlin 2026. This intelligent in-ear sleep system is designed to sense changes in the user and the bedroom, then personalize audio, noise control, and device behavior throughout the night.

Most sleep wearables explain what happened after users wake up. DUVA ONE is designed to help while the night is still happening. Its low-profile earbuds, environment-sensing charging case, and app work together to determine when and how to respond.

A user might start the night with a podcast over Bluetooth. After they fall asleep, DUVA ONE can introduce locally stored sleep audio and optimize power use. If a partner begins snoring or traffic grows louder, it can adjust ANC or add sound masking. In the morning, a private offline alarm wakes only the wearer, without requiring an active phone connection.

In-ear PPG and motion sensors estimate sleep stages and track heart rate, HRV, sleep position, and movement, while the case monitors noise, light, temperature, and humidity. The AI Agent interprets these signals alongside playback status and personal preferences to select an appropriate response. Users control sleep audio, playback duration, ANC strategy, and nighttime interventions in the DUVA App.

“Sleep does not happen in a static environment, so sleep technology should not remain static either,” said Diego, Founder of Fitnexa. “DUVA ONE is designed to respond while sleep is still happening.”

Key Highlights

Layered noise relief: Passive isolation, Hybrid ANC, and sleep audio provide noise reduction of up to 42 dB, with Transparency Mode and adaptive ANC calibration.Personalized AI sleep guidance: The AI analyzes the user’s real-time sleep state and generates personalized audio guidance to help them gradually fall asleep.Side-sleeping comfort: Each fitted earbud weighs approximately 3.3 grams and has an approximately 9.9 mm low-profile design. Two ear-tip shapes and multiple tip and stabilizing-wing sizes provide more than 40 fit configurations.All-night battery: Up to 16 hours in the most power-efficient configuration, including 13 hours of local audio with ANC off and 9.5 hours with ANC on. The USB-C and wireless charging case provides up to five additional recharges.Private offline alarm: Alarms gradually increase in volume and offer 5, 10, or 15-minute snooze options through the earbud controls.Privacy-first sensing: DUVA ONE does not record conversations, store ambient audio, or upload raw environmental audio. Users can disable individual sensors and delete historical data.

DUVA ONE is planned for release in October 2026 at a target retail price of US$349.99, with target markets including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.

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China Xplained | The China Squeeze, or the China Opportunity?

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GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This is a news report from South: 

Is China’s manufacturing rise squeezing out or creating opportunities for other economies?

Ahead of the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in China this November, journalists and experts from around the world gathered in Guangdong for the Asia-Pacific Media Forum (APMF) 2026.

The forum opened in Shenzhen on September 5, bringing together more than 400 representatives from across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as from international organizations.

Before the opening of the forum, participants travelled across Guangdong to see China’s industries and development first-hand.

In this episode of China Xplained, we look at the numbers, supply chains, investment and voices from across the developing world—to ask a bigger question: Is China squeezing out room for other economies?

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PUDU D7 Named Honoree in IFA Innovation Awards for Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies

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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced that its PUDU D7 Semi-humanoid Intelligent Robot has been named an Honoree in the Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies category of the IFA Innovation Awards. The recognition highlights PUDU D7’s ability to combine mobile navigation, dexterous manipulation and intelligent sensing to perform a range of tasks in real-world industrial and commercial environments.

The IFA Innovation Awards recognize outstanding innovations across the global technology landscape. Entries are evaluated by an independent international jury based on criteria including technology and functionality, innovation and originality, and the potential to create tangible value for users and the market. The recognition places PUDU D7 among emerging technologies demonstrating new possibilities for the future of robotics.

From Industrial Operations to Guest Interaction

PUDU D7 is designed for industrial, warehouse, retail and hospitality environments, where it can move through human-oriented spaces and perform tasks that require both mobility and dexterous manipulation.

In industrial and warehouse settings, D7 can handle materials, pick items from shelves, replenish inventory, transport goods between work areas and push carts. With a payload capacity of up to 20 kg (44.1 pounds) and an operating height of up to 2 meters (6.6 feet), it can work with a range of storage systems and materials.

In retail, D7 can support shelf replenishment, item handling and store organization, moving products between storage areas and shelves and helping maintain product displays.

In hotels and hospitality, PUDU D7 can take on the role of an intelligent front-desk host, welcoming guests, preparing and serving coffee, interacting with visitors and providing engaging experiences. Its semi-humanoid form and dual-arm capabilities allow it to combine practical service tasks with natural human-robot interaction, bringing a more personable and engaging presence to the guest experience.

Designed for Adaptable Performance

PUDU D7 combines a dual-arm manipulation system, tactile sensing and a 360-degree perception system to support these applications. Front- and rear-facing LiDAR and other sensors enable navigation around people and obstacles, while tactile sensing provides precise control when handling objects.

The robot also features autonomous battery swapping, allowing it to independently replace its battery and reduce downtime during extended operation.

Together, these capabilities enable D7 to support different tasks across a range of environments without being limited to a single application.

PUDU D7 Makes Its European Debut at IFA

IFA 2026 marks the first time PUDU D7 is being showcased in Europe. At the Pudu Robotics booth, visitors can experience live demonstrations highlighting the robot’s capabilities and its potential for human-robot interaction.

D7 interacts directly with visitors through demonstrations including waving, making heart gestures and picking up objects. These demonstrations showcase the robot’s ability to combine movement, manipulation and interaction in a human-oriented environment.

Advancing the Next Generation of Intelligent Robotics

The IFA Innovation Awards recognition marks another step in Pudu Robotics’ expansion from service delivery, commercial cleaning and industrial delivery into embodied intelligent robotics.

PUDU D7 is part of Pudu Robotics’ broader strategy to develop a portfolio of specialized, semi-humanoid and humanoid robots, building on its capabilities in embodied navigation, manipulation and interaction. This approach enables the company to address a broader range of applications across commercial and industrial environments.

Pudu Robotics will continue working with customers and partners worldwide to explore new applications for embodied intelligence and bring increasingly capable robots into real-world environments.

About Pudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics and the industry’s first company to offer a full portfolio spanning specialized, semi-humanoid, and humanoid robots. According to Frost & Sullivan’s latest market report, Pudu Robotics ranks No. 1 globally in commercial service robotics by both revenue and shipment volume. Built on its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments architecture, Pudu offers robots for service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery, and general embodied AI applications across hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public services, and more. To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 130,000 robots to customers across 85+ countries and regions.

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