India Unveils New AI-Powered Startup Data Hub
SIDBI’s Chairman launched ‘The Indian Start-up Ecosystem and Investor Platform,’ utilising AI to provide comprehensive data and tools for over 196,000 start-ups and numerous investors, aiming to bolster India’s entrepreneur landscape.
Tech Surge: India’s Space Sector Evolution
India’s burgeoning space industry, propelled by 189 start-ups, anticipates a meteoric rise to a $44 billion economy by 2033, driven by private sector innovation and transformative policies, ushering in a new era of cosmic advancements.
The Meteoric Rise of Digital Transactions in India
India’s monumental surge in digital transactions, rising from 20.7 billion to 134.6 billion in FY 2022-23, reflects a transformative journey fueled by innovative technology and collaborative efforts, promising a more inclusive, secure, and accessible financial landscape.
AI’s Transformational Impact on India’s Development
To enable the AI ecosystem, a framework regarding AI compute capacity has been established under which the government will fund building foundational models, large language models, and various use cases.
India’s AI-Powered Public Grievance Resolution
Next-generation artificial intelligence, a Data Strategy Unit, and a smart dashboard have reduced backlogs and improved the Centralised Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System portal.
Enhancing Cybersecurity in the Indian Power Sector
The Central Electricity Authority organised a workshop for distribution utilities in the power sector to deliberate on cybersecurity preparedness, best practices for critical information infrastructure, and cybersecurity requirements for cloud security.
IIT-Delhi: Shaping Sustainable Solutions
The pioneering real-time water quality monitoring sensor utilising electroactive microorganisms offers a sustainable solution for the continuous detection of pollutants and complements traditional methods in safeguarding water bodies.
AI-ML Integration Propelling India’s Space Odyssey
ISRO’s strategic infusion of AI and ML technologies into space exploration, accompanied by initiatives nurturing innovation and academia-industry partnerships, signals a transformative leap in India’s cosmic pursuits.
India Reinventing Government Procurement with Tech
GeM’s rapid growth drove CPSE procurement beyond INR 1 lakh crore in 6.5 months of FY 23-24, marking a 166% increase and transforming service procurement, integrating e-GramSwaraj for transparency and local empowerment.
Digital Integration Revamping India’s Grassroots
India’s sweeping digital integration in Gram Panchayats exemplifies a transformative journey, leveraging technology to overhaul governance, empower local communities, and drive transparency in rural development initiatives.
India’s Drive for Inclusive Digital Empowerment
The NAMO Drone Didi Scheme heralds a transformative era of tech integration, empowering rural women in agriculture while spearheading inclusive digital transformation nationwide.
India Announces Landmark 5G Technology Transfer
In a major technology transfer, IIT-Madras, IIT-Kanpur, and SAMEER have licenced 5G RAN technology to a multinational conglomerate for $1.4 million for further advancements and commercial applications.
India: Digital Innovation in Coal Mine Surveillance
IIT-Roorkee researchers are developing drones and conducting tests in SECL mines for real-time minefield surveillance to enhance safety, productivity, and address challenges related to stock measurement.
India Combats Cybercrime, Urges Citizen Vigilance
The nation combats online scams by identifying and blocking over 100 fraudulent websites engaged in economic frauds, reinforcing the country’s commitment to fortify cybersecurity across its digital landscape.
Delhi Metro: Pioneering Seamless Travel Payments
The Open Loop National Common Mobility Cards aims to streamline transit payments, offering commuters a versatile, secure, and unified payment experience across various modes of transportation within the NCMC-compliant system.
India Unveils Geo-Spatial Planning App for Village Councils
The Gram Manchitra application uses GIS technology to support local-level development plans, offering tools to identify potential project sites, track assets, estimate project costs, and assess the potential impact of projects.
Strengthening India’s Cybersecurity Landscape
MeitY’s National e-Governance Division conducts a comprehensive CISO Deep-Dive Training Programme, part of the Cyber Surakshit Bharat initiative, to enhance cybersecurity awareness and empower government officials across India against escalating cyber threats.
India’s Collaborative Approach to Counter Deepfakes
India leads a collaborative effort with industry and academia to address the growing threat of deepfake tech, focusing on detection, prevention, reporting, and awareness initiatives while considering regulatory measures and global best practices.
Multistakeholderism Shaping India’s Digital Future
IIGF 2023 convened experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to shape an inclusive, secure, and innovative digital roadmap for India, emphasizing collaborative governance and multistakeholder engagement.
Tech Empowering Inclusive Education in India
India’s National Education Policy of 2020 and its associated tech-driven initiatives, like PM e-VIDYA and India Stack, mark a monumental shift towards inclusive, digitally transformed education, shaping a pioneering landscape for learning and innovation.
Indonesia-India Space Collaboration Unveiled
Indonesia’s ground-breaking collaboration with ISRO propels SATRIA’s success, marking significant milestones in space exploration while fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and shared progress in the global space sector.
Nanotech Propels India’s Innovation Journey
INST in Mohali stands as India’s pioneering beacon of Nano Science and Technology, fuelling transformative research, fostering global collaborations, and driving India’s commitment to technological innovation and societal progress.
India’s Tech Stance to Climate Solutions
The country’s proactive approach in achieving climate targets, exemplified through remarkable emission reduction and sustainable cooling initiatives, positions the nation as a global leader in pioneering sustainable technological solutions.
India’s Digital Economy: Tech Transformations Unveiled
Comprehensive insights on India’s dynamic tech evolution, spotlighting advancements in semiconductors, AI’s transformative potential, and the pivotal role of startups in shaping the nation’s path to a $1 trillion digital economy.
India: Technological Pioneering for Sustainability
DSIR and TERI’s collaborative efforts aim to drive revolutionary advancements in India’s construction and wastewater treatment sectors, aligning with sustainability goals and fostering technological innovation for a greener and more efficient future
India’s Tech Evolution and Safe Digital Spaces
India’s journey through technological advancement focuses on fostering safe digital spaces amidst its evolution in the tech sphere as explained by it’s Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT.
Strengthening Cybersecurity in India’s Financial Landscape
A pivotal gathering converged key stakeholders to strategise against the surge in cyber threats targeting India’s financial sector, emphasising enhanced coordination, innovative strategies, and heightened preparedness to combat digital financial frauds.
India Boosting E-commerce Exports
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade is partnering with e-commerce platforms to identify district export hubs across the country and connect local producers, even in rural and remote districts, with global supply chains.
India’s Global Vision for Connectivity and Inclusion
India has introduced the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository as a resource hub and the Social Impact Fund, inviting contributions from various entities, signaling a commitment to advance global digital infrastructure.
India Launches Inclusive Learning Platform
SATHEE offers self-paced interactive learning, multilingual support, mentor guidance, and specialised crash courses for competitive exams, marking a step towards equitable education in India.