AI

November 22, 2024 3:39 PM

India among top 10 countries with AI readiness: report

India is among the top ten countries in Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness, and the country holds immense potential for public sector transformation through AI, according to a report. "Readiness" for AI refers to an economy’s ability to effectively implement and integrate AI. The report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) based on data from 73 economies showed that India ranks second globally in AI specialists, and third in research publications, with a strong base in AI-related patents. On...

November 21, 2024 11:09 PM

India is world’s best place for data centres: Piyush Goyal

India is the best place in the world to provide sustainable infrastructure to the digital world as there are very few countries where there is an interconnected grid in the way that it has, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. Addressing the UK-India Business Council "Technology Futures Conference" here, the minister said that by 2030 India would have a thousand-gigawatt grid connected through the length and breadth of the country with a healthy mix of traditional...

November 20, 2024 10:54 AM

India, Brazil, South Africa agree to use digital public infrastructure and AI to bridge global inequality gap

Leaders from the G20 Troika, comprising India, Brazil, and South Africa, announced a joint declaration on Tuesday to leverage digital public infrastructure (DPI), artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven governance to reduce inequality and promote sustainable development. The declaration emphasizes the transformative power of technology in bridging the global inequality gap and accelerating progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to the Prime Mini...

November 20, 2024 10:06 AM

Prime Minister Modi offers to share with world India’s expertise on using Digital tech, AI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered to share with the world India’s expertise in using the power of digital technology and artificial intelligence to improve the lives of people. Speaking on Tuesday at an event organised by India at the G20 Summit on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), Artificial Intelligence(AI), and Data for Governance (DfG), he said, “We will continue the focus on the transformative potential of DPI, AI and data-driven governance to advance the SDGs and enhance live...

November 8, 2024 11:16 PM

Futuristic sectors like AI, Pharma, Electronics and food processing hold tremendous potential for Goa: Piyush Goyal

Goa’s future lies in sectors like data centres, artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and food processing, according to Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal. Addressing the Amazing Goa Business Summit, Goyal emphasized the state’s growing potential beyond its tourism industry. While Goa is traditionally known for its tourism, Goyal stressed that these modern, high-tech sectors can significantly boost the state’s economy. "Goa holds tremendous potential in ...

November 1, 2024 11:51 AM

Chinese researchers develop AI model for military use on back of Meta’s Llama

Top Chinese research institutions linked to the People's Liberation Army have used Meta's publicly available Llama model to develop an AI tool for potential military applications, according to academic papers and analysts. In a June paper reviewed by Reuters, six Chinese researchers from three institutions, including two under the People's Liberation Army's (PLA) leading research body, the Academy of Military Science (AMS), detailed how they had used an early version of Meta's Llama as a base f...

October 25, 2024 6:25 PM

German embassy hosts fifth edition of GSDP conversation series at IIT Delhi

The German Embassy in New Delhi held the fifth edition of its GSDP Conversation Series at IIT Delhi, focusing on "The Future of Work in the Digital Era: Indo-German Skills Development in Education and Training." The event brought together leaders from academia, industry, and government to discuss labor market trends and the growing need for green and digital skills. This event is part of the Indo-German Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP), initiated in 2022 by Prime Ministe...

October 16, 2024 5:15 PM

AI adoption can unleash Rs 33.8 lakh crore of economic benefit to India by 2030: Google report

Google's new report on artificial intelligence (AI) emphasizes responsible AI development and provides recommendations for policymakers, companies, and civil society. The report, titled "An AI Opportunity Agenda for India", outlines how artificial intelligence can drive economic growth, social progress, and global leadership for the nation. According to the report, India—with its rapidly growing economy, outstanding tech talent, youthful population, and vibrant startup ecosystem—is poised ...

October 16, 2024 5:14 PM

Dharmendra Pradhan announces three AI centres of excellence for healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday announced the launch of three Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centres of Excellence (CoEs) aimed at advancing research and innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. The initiative, with a total financial outlay of ₹990 crore, will be implemented over five years, from FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28. The AI-CoEs will be established through collaborations between top academic institutions, industry partners, and startups, as part...

October 15, 2024 4:08 PM

PM Modi calls for global standards for AI and data privacy at IMC 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasized the need for global standards on artificial intelligence (AI) and data privacy. Speaking at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024, where he addressed industry leaders, tech innovators, and startups, PM Modi called for a unified, international approach to ensure the ethical use of AI and the protection of personal data. PM Modi said, "Create global standards for ethical AI and data privacy that also respect the diversity of different countries."...