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March 19, 2025 11:15 AM

Sansad Bhashini initiative to revolutionize parliamentary documentation and accessibility through AI and real-time translations

In a major step toward modernizing parliamentary processes, the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop the Sansad Bhashini initiative on Tuesday. This ambitious project aims to leverage cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance multilingual support, streamline parliamentary operations, and improve access to vast archives of parliamentary debates and records, according to an official...

March 6, 2025 6:26 PM

India accelerates digital and AI growth with focus on infrastructure and innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's commitment to shaping its digital future through advancements in Digital Public Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and semiconductor manufacturing. Urging citizens to engage with a detailed article by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Prime Minister’s Office underscored the nation’s technological strides in a social media post. India is poised to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital public infrast...

February 25, 2025 6:33 PM

DeepSeek rushes to launch new AI model as China goes all in

DeepSeek is looking to press home its advantage. The Chinese startup triggered a $1 trillion-plus sell-off in global equities markets last month with a cut-price AI reasoning model that outperformed many Western competitors. Now, the Hangzhou-based firm is accelerating the launch of the successor to January's R1 model, according to three people familiar with the company. Deepseek had planned to release R2 in early May but now wants it out as early as possible, two of them said, without provid...

February 17, 2025 3:53 PM

Centre launches AI programme to empower 1 lakh young innovators

In a major push towards skill development in emerging technologies, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and Intel India on Monday launched the 'AI for Entrepreneurship' micro-learning module. The initiative is designed to simplify artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and encourage entrepreneurial thinking among young innovators across India. The programme aims to empower 1 lakh youth by 2025 by equipping them with essen...

February 17, 2025 1:17 PM

China’s Xi holds rare meeting with business leaders amid slowing economy, US tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday spoke at a symposium was attended by business leaders including Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma, state media reported, as Beijing grapples with a slowing economy and growing tensions with the U.S. Other private business leaders who attended the symposium included Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei, Xiaomi's Lei Jun, BYD's Wang Chuanfu, Unitree's Wang Xingxing, and CATL's Robin Zeng, a video published by CCTV showed. Meituan's Wang Xing, China Feihe's Leng Youbin ...

February 11, 2025 5:44 PM

Vance warns Europeans that heavy regulation could kill AI

U.S. Vice President JD Vance warned Europeans on Tuesday that what he called their excessive regulation of artificial intelligence could strangle the technology, and rejected content moderation as "authoritarian censorship." The mood on AI has shifted as the technology takes root, from one of concerns around safety to geopolitical competition, as countries jockey to nurture the next big AI giant. Vance, forthright in setting out the Trump administration's America First agenda, said the Uni...

February 11, 2025 4:58 PM

World must pull together resources and talent for AI: PM Modi in Paris

Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform millions of lives by advancing key sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, and education, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. Addressing the Artificial Intelligence Summit in Paris, PM Modi highlighted that AI can accelerate progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making the journey "easier and faster." He urged the global community to pool resources and talent to harness AI's full potential for the g...

February 11, 2025 4:10 PM

AI’s future lies in India, say global tech giants

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and redefine the global technological landscape, India is emerging as a key player in this revolution, said global technology leaders amid the AI Action Summit in Paris. The third edition of the AI Action Summit is the latest in a series of global dialogues around AI governance and is co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leading figures from major tech companies are increasingly recognising India’s potential as a glob...

February 10, 2025 3:39 PM

89% of Indian tech firms launch GenAI POC projects, 33% move to production

Nearly 89% of Indian technology service enterprises have launched generative AI (GenAI) proof-of-concept (POC) projects, with 33% already moving to production, according to a report released on Monday. The report by EY India highlights how AI is transforming the country’s software services industry by driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and reshaping business models. Investment in AI continues to rise, with 78% of organisations allocating dedicated budgets and strategies for GenAI adop...

February 5, 2025 6:05 PM

Experts call for robust AGI regulations at AI Everything Global UAE

Establishing comprehensive regulatory frameworks is crucial for the responsible and ethical development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), experts emphasised at AI Everything Global at Dubai. The inaugural edition of the event, organized by Dubai World Trade Centre in partnership with GITEX Global, commenced with industry leaders and professionals gathering to explore the transformative potential of AI technologies, with AGI emerging as a central topic. Twenty Five Indian companies are...