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The Union Cabinet on Wednesday gave the green light to a comprehensive five-year roadmap for modernising India’s public distribution system. With a total central allocation of Rs 25,530 crore, the...
In a stirring address at the AIMA National Leadership Conclave in New Delhi, Shaktikanta Das, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, proclaimed India's unmatched ability to turn global crises...
In a stirring address, Union Minister Jitin Prasada described the 'AI Impact Summit 2026' as India's 'Mahakumbh' for artificial intelligence, underscoring its pivotal role in the country's digital...
At the ET Now Global Business Summit-2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi painted an optimistic picture of India's economic ascent. India's share in global growth now stands at 16 percent, and this is...
India's content creators are celebrating a series of transformative measures in the Union Budget 2026. The government’s move to set up 15,000 AVGC labs in schools and 500 in colleges marks a bold...
In a major milestone for India's digital infrastructure, 5G services are now available in 99.9 percent of districts nationwide, while telecom penetration has climbed to 86.76 percent, revealed the...
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced that the state government has made numerous historic decisions in the past year and a half, aimed at advancing the state towards comprehensive development and...
India has demonstrated a remarkable ascent in the Global Innovation Index, now ranking 38th. This marks a substantial improvement from its 81st position in 2015. Government policies, the dynamism of...
The sun rose on a transformed political landscape on 26 May 2014 when Narendra Modi assumed charge as Prime Minister. The Rashtrapati Bhavan lawns hosted an impressive ceremony that symbolized both...
Uttar Pradesh is stepping into the future with the 'AI for All' program, a statewide free AI training drive led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityynath's administration. This ambitious scheme connects...
A viral AI conversation on X has put Indian politics under the microscope, with Grok openly favoring PM Narendra Modi's track record against Congress's family-centric model. The hypothetical query –...
In a boost to spiritual tourism, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's administration is rolling out state-of-the-art digital luggage lockers near Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and...
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has spotlighted AI's game-changing role in elevating Indian Railways' safety standards. Envisioning cameras as vigilant eyes paired with AI's sharp intellect, this...
In the heart of Gujarat, where rapid urbanization fuels traffic woes, the state government has rolled out a tech-driven revolution to instill road discipline. Through the Safe Gujarat Campaign,...
India is on a fast track to become the world's AI superpower, thanks to the visionary National Education Policy 2020. By integrating AI into curricula at every educational stage, the policy is...
The AI Summit in New Delhi emerged as a beacon of India's technological aspirations, drawing international attention to its AI and digital innovation ecosystem. Participants debated strategies to...
A major milestone in India's digital revolution unfolded in New Delhi as Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia unveiled plans to fortify telecom infrastructure across Andhra Pradesh's villages...
The political fireworks over artificial intelligence erupted in Tamil Nadu as BJP leaders hit back hard at Rahul Gandhi following Youth Congress protests at the India AI Impact Summit. In a detailed...
At the prestigious India AI Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, BJP parliamentarian Sudhanshu Trivedi painted a bold picture of India's tech destiny. Prime Minister Narendra...
French President Emmanuel Macron electrified the India AI Impact Summit 2026 audience with a vivid anecdote about Mumbai's street economy, illustrating India's monumental digital revolution. Starting...
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivered a compelling address at New Delhi's India AI Impact Summit 2026, underscoring India's robust faith in AI against the backdrop of Western...
In a sharp critique, BJP parliamentarian Praveen Khandelwal stated that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is laying the groundwork for her electoral loss by targeting the Election...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's forward-thinking approach to artificial intelligence has earned high praise from Pratyoosh Kumar, co-founder of Sarvam AI. Speaking on the 'Modi Story' platform, Kumar...
In a landmark moment for India's welfare ecosystem, Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the nation's first CBDC-powered Public Distribution System in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on Sunday. This...
In a bold stride toward digital governance, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled the 'Bhu Aadhaar' program, assigning a unique 14-digit code to every land parcel in the city. Dubbed ULPIN,...
In a significant boost to India's traditional medicine ecosystem, the AYUSH Export Promotion Council (AYUSHExcil) is teaming up with quick-commerce giant Zepto Limited via an MoU to be signed...
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath delivered a compelling call to action on Artificial Intelligence during a high-profile conference. He advocated moving beyond reactive measures to a...
A powerhouse panel of authors dissected the profound impact of technology on knowledge pursuit and national perspective during an engaging symposium. This high-profile event spotlighted crucial...
Union Civil Aviation and Steel Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia dropped a bombshell prediction: India's venerable postal service will soon reign supreme on the global stage. During his address, he...
India is set to launch its own advanced artificial intelligence chatbot, Sarvam AI, designed to understand and converse in multiple Indian languages. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed that...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the BSNL 4G network, a domestically developed initiative. This network, deployed across 98,000 sites nationwide, aims to strengthen India's self-reliance in...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Digital India initiative in a recent LinkedIn post. He highlighted the program's significant impact on governance,...
SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell met with Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia to discuss opportunities for collaboration in satellite communications to enhance digital connectivity in India....
The Bihar government has introduced online services to simplify access to essential documents. Citizens can now apply for ration cards online from the comfort of their homes, eliminating the need for...
The digital backbone of India is gearing up for unprecedented expansion. According to a new analysis, data center capacity in the country is expected to balloon from 1.8 GW to 10.5 GW by 2031 – a...
NITI Aayog is charting a transformative path for India's Digital Public Infrastructure with the launch of 'DPI@2047 for Viksit Bharat'. This ambitious roadmap goes beyond connectivity, targeting a...
In a swift boost to India's digital transformation, the government revealed on Monday that over 100 organizations have signed up as Offline Verification Seeking Entities (OVSE) for Aadhaar's offline...
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has flagged off a game-changing pilot project aimed at transforming rural service delivery. The Samriddhi Kendra, launched in Guna's Umari village, integrates...
In a bold move to spotlight India's telecom manufacturing revolution, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia will head the country's contingent at MWC 2026 in Barcelona. Scheduled from March...
Prominent academics and researchers have condemned the disruptive protest by Youth Congress workers at the high-profile India AI Impact Summit 2026. Prof. Inder Singh Thakur of Himachal Pradesh...
The curtains have fallen on the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, marking not an end but a bold new chapter in global AI collaboration. Attendees left with a clear message: India has evolved...
A new white paper has spotlighted India's dominance in the AI arena, stating that nearly 16 percent of global AI professionals trace their origins to India. This talent surge positions the nation for...
The AI Impact Summit 2026 opened in New Delhi on Monday, uniting top minds from around the globe to explore AI's role in societal progress. Debjani Ghosh, leading Niti Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub as...
In a resounding address to the Lok Sabha, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia painted a vivid picture of India's telecom dominance. 'We followed in 4G, walked shoulder-to-shoulder in 5G, and will...
In a strong push towards digital security, Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged for a fortified mechanism against cybercrimes during his keynote at a national conclave focused on combating cyber-based...
In a significant step for technological diplomacy, India will host the India AI Impact Summit from February 16-20 at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Billed as the inaugural AI summit for the Global...
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms global landscapes, India is taking a bold step forward. The upcoming India AI Impact Summit in Delhi from February 19-20 aims to unite nations and...
The launch of the new Aadhaar mobile application by the Indian government signals a new era in identity management, prioritizing speed, security, and simplicity for everyday users. Announced on...
Pensioners rejoice! The Indian government's latest digital upgrade connects the Sampann portal—dedicated to telecom retirees—with the popular DigiLocker platform. Unveiled this Wednesday, the...
A significant transformation is on the horizon for India's internet landscape. Starlink, the satellite internet service spearheaded by Elon Musk, has largely secured governmental approvals and is...
The day of September 27th holds significant importance for BSNL, the state-owned telecom company. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced via a post on X that Prime Minister Narendra Modi...
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and the Department of Post (DoP) have entered into a significant agreement. This partnership will enable people across the country to purchase BSNL SIM cards and...
The Aadhaar card has become a crucial identification document. It is required for various purposes, from banking and SIM cards to employment. However, the problem arises when someone uses a fake...
A comprehensive mobile application, tentatively named e-Aadhaar, is under development to streamline the process of updating personal details associated with Aadhaar cards. This app, being created by...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is rapidly developing a Made-in-India 6G network, with the nation's first domestically produced semiconductor chip expected to launch by the end of...
Amidst rising concerns over US tariffs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India's next major priority should be to enhance self-reliance in the field of technology. After inaugurating a...
The Indian government has launched an innovative service to connect with the youth, making engagement smarter and simpler. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has integrated the MY Bharat portal...
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has forged a strategic alliance with AST SpaceMobile, a US-based company, to introduce direct-to-cell satellite-based mobile broadband technology across India. This move positions...
If you think that a forwarded image on WhatsApp is harmless, think again. A chilling new scam is making the rounds in India, and all it takes is one image to wipe out your bank account. A 28-year-old...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Berlin turned into a celebration of the Indian diaspora's contributions during a candid meet-and-greet on April 22. Labeling them a 'vibrant bridge' between...
The United Nations has recognized India's Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana as a global benchmark for empowering women through banking access. UN Women's Policy Director Sandra Hendricks praised the...
Deep within the heart of Jharkhand, a small geographical feature has undergone a fascinating evolution, transitioning from a traditional local name to a digital-age phenomenon. The village of...
Union Telecommunications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has set an exciting deadline: 4G services will blanket every single village across India by the end of June. This bold commitment underscores...
Under PM Modi's stewardship, India's entrepreneurial landscape has transformed dramatically, with digital infrastructure making business easier than ever. Startup founders are vocal in their praise,...
In a stirring address to India's startup chiefs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi painted a bold picture of AI's future—one where cutting-edge technology uplifts the common man. 'Build AI that brings...
In a candid reflection, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his recent AI-focused interactions with Indian startups as profoundly memorable and knowledge-rich. The closed-door sessions at his New...