India building manufacturing ecosystem ‘from chips to ships’, working on 6G: PM Modi in Australia

July 9, 2026 5:51 PM

India building manufacturing ecosystem ‘from chips to ships’, working on 6G: PM Modi in Australia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India is building a manufacturing ecosystem "from chips to ships" and investing in emerging technologies such as 6G as it seeks to become a developed nation. Addressing the Indian community in Melbourne, PM Modi said India has emerged as the world's third-largest startup ecosystem, with more than two lakh registered startups and over 4,000 new ventures being launched every month. The PM said the country's startup growth is no longer confined to met...

Need right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness: Jyotiraditya Scindia

February 25, 2026 7:50 PM

Need right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness: Jyotiraditya Scindia

As new technologies redefine the communications landscape, it is essential that we put in place the right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness, transparency and public interest, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday. Congratulating the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on its 29th Foundation Day, the minister underscored its role as a bedrock institution ensuring fairness, equity, and a level playing field across India’s comm...

After 5G, India to lead the world in 6G: Jyotiraditya Scindia

February 11, 2026 8:06 PM

After 5G, India to lead the world in 6G: Jyotiraditya Scindia

Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said that India followed the world in 4G, marched with the world in 5G and will lead the world in 6G. Responding to questions in the Lok Sabha today, the minister highlighted India’s rapidly transforming digital landscape and future roadmap. India has rolled out 5G at the fastest pace in the world. Within just 22 months, 5G services have been launched in 99.9 per cent of the country’s districts, setting a global benchmark. ...

India, EU deepen partnership on secure 6G and digital infrastructure

January 28, 2026 9:29 PM

India, EU deepen partnership on secure 6G and digital infrastructure

India and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation in next-generation digital technologies, including 6G telecommunications, with a focus on security, trust, and resilient global supply chains.   The renewed partnership reflects a shared vision to build secure, interoperable, and future-ready digital infrastructure, as highlighted in the Leaders’ Statement issued during the visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the ...

India sets 2030 target for 6G leadership as Scindia chairs Apex Council meet

December 9, 2025 9:34 PM

India sets 2030 target for 6G leadership as Scindia chairs Apex Council meet

Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Tuesday chaired the Apex Council meeting under the Bharat 6G Mission in New Delhi, reviewing the progress of the Bharat 6G Alliance and calling for a focused roadmap to position India as a global 6G leader by 2030. The meeting was attended by Minister of State for Communications Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Secretary (Telecom) Dr Neeraj Mittal, Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Sood, senior government officials, telecom operator...

Leading the Signal, India’s 6G Journey from Aspiration to Global Authority

October 27, 2025 4:52 PM

Leading the Signal, India’s 6G Journey from Aspiration to Global Authority

A generation ago, India’s telecom industry was known for quietly catching up in the global race for connectivity. Today, that narrative is being turned on its head as the country not only embraces the latest wireless technologies but also aims to lead the world into the future of communication. At the International 6G Symposium 2025 in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi set the tone, declaring India’s intent “not just to consume technology, but to co-create and co-lead the 6G revoluti...

PM Modi inaugurates 8th edition of ITU-WTSA, to showcase global telecom innovations

October 15, 2024 12:01 PM

PM Modi inaugurates 8th edition of ITU-WTSA, to showcase global telecom innovations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the 8th edition of the International Telecommunication Union - World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. After the inauguration, he inspected the exhibition at the venue, accompanied by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. This is the first time the ITU-WTSA has been hosted in India and the Asia-Pacific. The Prime Minister will also inaugurate the 8th edition of the India Mobile Co...

6g: The next technological leap

May 16, 2024 9:26 PM

6g: The next technological leap

As 5G networks continue to expand worldwide, heralding new communication capabilities and services, attention is already turning to the next frontier: 6G. With the potential to revolutionize society, industries, and everyday life, 6G networks are poised to become the backbone of future communication needs, serving both humans and intelligent machines. To capitalize on this potential, collaboration between industry and research communities is crucial, with a shared vision driving advancements in ...