Akhil Kumar

India

Deputy Executive Editor, Multimedia at NDTV

Deputy Executive Editor, Multimedia @ndtv | Fellow @worldeditors

Articles

Rewind: Does Bandung legacy echo in Global South today?

1 week ago | telanganatoday.com | Akhil Kumar |Anudeep Gujjeti

Published Date - 31 May 2025, 09:05 PM By Dr Akhil Kumar, Dr Anudeep GujjetiThis April marked the 70th anniversary of the historic Bandung Conference, a pivotal moment in 20th-century diplomacy that reshaped the global geopolitical landscape.
These 5 AI Tools Feel Like Cheat Codes For Real Life

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

Ever felt like you’re playing life on hard mode while others have discovered secret shortcuts? That’s what finding these AI tools felt like for me. They don’t just save time — they unlock capabilities most of us thought were years away or required specialized skills. From building full-stack apps without coding to creating professional videos in minutes, these five tools have transformed what’s possible for everyday creators, founders, and professionals.
Why Technical Skills Are Not So Important For AI Automation

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

All the latest news and updates on the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI space. From cutting-edge research and developments in LLMs, text-to-image generators, to real-world applications, and the impact of generative AI on various industries. Follow publicationAnd What You Should Focus On InsteadLook, I’ve been guilty of it too. Spending weeks tweaking that automation script, obsessing over which API to use, and endlessly refactoring code that exactly zero people were using.
The Best Text-to-Video Generator on the Market

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

A Complete Review of Pollo AIEver stared at a blank screen and wished your wildest ideas could spring to life in pixels? That’s exactly the thrill Pollo AI promises. Picture this: you type “cyber‑punk street market at dusk,” upload a sketch or even drop in a short video clip — and a few clicks later, you’ve got a brand‑new scene ready to share. In this weekend’s hands‑on review, we’ll dig into Pollo AI’s tricks — complete with site screenshots, live demos, and a few surprise experiments.
OpenAI’s U-Turn: Become For-profit Now?

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

On the morning of May 5, 2025, as headlines buzzed with excitement over breakthroughs in generative AI, OpenAI quietly hit the brakes on a plan that could have reshaped its entire governance. Click here to read for free >>>Imagine a world where the race for ever-faster AI models pushes mission-driven ideals to the back burner — until OpenAI decided that mission still matters more than margin.
9 AI Tools Every Business Should Invest In

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

Ever stared at your to‑do list and felt like you need, I don’t know, a clone? Me too. Between testing wild ideas, wrangling support tickets, and trying not to trip over your own paperwork, running a startup can feel like juggling flaming pineapples — blindfolded. But what if you had a team of tireless helpers who show up on time, never complain, and actually make smart calls? That’s where these AI sidekicks come in. I’ve tried a handful of them, and they’ve saved me tons of headaches.
5 AI Tools Worth Using In 2025

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

Most AI tools are either overhyped or underpowered. But hidden in the noise are a few game-changers that’ll save you hours, spark creativity, and make your work feel effortless. Below, we’re diving deep into five tools you’ve likely never heard of — but will wonder how you ever lived without. Click here to read for free >>>The problem it solves: “I’m stuck in ‘idea limbo’ — paralyzed by uncertainty about what to sell or build.”Frederick AI isn’t just another idea generator.
Opinion: Revitalising regionalism around Bay of Bengal

1 month ago | telanganatoday.com | Anudeep Gujjeti |Akhil Kumar

Published Date - 17 April 2025, 06:01 PM By Dr Anudeep Gujjeti, Dr Akhil KumarThe member states of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) adopted ‘BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision 2030’ to secure the people of the region “a prosperous, resilient, and open BIMSTEC by 2030” at the sixth summit meeting held in April, in Bangkok, Thailand.
From Ideation to Deployment: Build An AI Tool In One Day!

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

Of course, no coding requiredEver had one of those shower thoughts that turns into an actual project? That’s what happened with my newsletter tool. I was chatting with a friend who runs a tech newsletter, and he mentioned spending his entire Sunday hunting for content. “There’s gotta be a better way,” I thought. So I built one. Here’s the story of how I created ContentCurator in a day using Buildpad.io — without writing a single line of code or burning through my savings.
Money on the Table: 5 Industries Throwing Cash at AI Automation

1 month ago | medium.com | Akhil Kumar

And How You Can Cash InLast week, I had a call with a client who runs a small marketing agency. She confessed something ridiculous: her team had forgotten to bill a client for THREE MONTHS. We’re talking about $12,000 just… sitting there. Unbilled. “But we’re creatives, not accountants!” she laughed. That’s when it hit me. The biggest opportunity in AI right now isn’t creating fancy chatbots or the next midjourney. It’s fixing the boring, everyday problems that cost businesses real money.