C-DAC, Bank of India sign pact to explore quantum technologies for banking

October 23, 2026 4:02 PM

C-DAC, Bank of India sign pact to explore quantum technologies for banking

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and Bank of India have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore quantum technologies and other emerging digital solutions for banking applications.   Signed on October 22, the agreement provides a framework for joint research, pilot implementations, technology demonstrations and capacity building. It combines C-DAC’s expertise in advanced computing and indigenous technology development with Bank of India’s banking exp...

STPI, IIT BHU conclave explores AI solutions for healthcare and assistive technologies

October 18, 2026 2:36 PM

STPI, IIT BHU conclave explores AI solutions for healthcare and assistive technologies

Artificial intelligence can improve healthcare access, clinical decision-making and service delivery, particularly for underserved communities, Electronics and Information Technology Secretary S. Krishnan said at a tech conclave in Varanasi. The programme, titled “AI for Health & Assistive Technologies”, was organised at IIT BHU by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) and the institute’s Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE). It brought together government...

India demonstrates first 5.56-km free-space Quantum Key Distribution link

October 4, 2026 11:47 AM

India demonstrates first 5.56-km free-space Quantum Key Distribution link

India has demonstrated its first free-space Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) link over a distance of 5.56 km, marking a significant step towards developing secure communication networks capable of withstanding emerging quantum-era security threats. The demonstration was carried out by QNu Labs in collaboration with the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) and IIT Gandhinagar. The field trial was conducted on the night of September 27–28, establ...

PM Modi to inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on Sept 17, showcase India’s growing semiconductor prowess

September 16, 2026 2:29 PM

PM Modi to inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on Sept 17, showcase India’s growing semiconductor prowess

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on September 17, marking the beginning of three days of high-level deliberations, industry engagement and a showcase of India’s rapidly expanding semiconductor and electronics ecosystem. The fifth edition of SEMICON India, India’s premier semiconductor and electronics conference and exhibition, will be held from September 17 to 19 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in New Delhi. Silicon to System...

India, Sweden explore deeper cooperation in AI and digitalisation under SITAC

September 7, 2026 8:21 PM

India, Sweden explore deeper cooperation in AI and digitalisation under SITAC

India and Sweden have discussed opportunities for deeper cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), digitalisation and emerging technologies under the Sweden-India Technology and AI Corridor (SITAC), with a focus on industrial AI, trusted data, computing infrastructure, skills and responsible AI. The bilateral dialogue was organised by the IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) with a Swedish delegation at Electronics Niketan in New Delhi. Senior...

India backs deeper global cooperation in AI, semiconductors and emerging technologies at G20 meeting

September 7, 2026 6:58 PM

India backs deeper global cooperation in AI, semiconductors and emerging technologies at G20 meeting

India has called for deeper international cooperation in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, digital technologies and innovation as Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology and Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada led the Indian delegation at the G20 Innovation Ministers’ Meeting in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on September 1-2. The meeting, hosted by the US Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, concluded with G20 min...

GENESIS EIR 3.0 launched to support early-stage tech innovators with funding of up to Rs 10 lakh

August 24, 2026 1:15 PM

GENESIS EIR 3.0 launched to support early-stage tech innovators with funding of up to Rs 10 lakh

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), through MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), has launched the third cohort of its GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) programme to support aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, researchers, students and early-stage startup founders in turning technology-driven ideas into viable ventures. GENESIS EIR 3.0 was launched at the GENESIS NextGen Startup Summit - Coimbatore Edition, held on August 4 at Rathinam Global University in Coimbatore. The c...

Over 6.32 crore citizens join MyGov as public consultations expand citizen role in policy making

July 27, 2026 7:31 PM

Over 6.32 crore citizens join MyGov as public consultations expand citizen role in policy making

More than 6.32 crore citizens have registered on the Government of India's MyGov platform, underscoring the growing role of public participation in policy formulation and governance, according to information shared in the Rajya Sabha by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Launched as a citizen engagement platform, MyGov enables people to contribute to government decision-making by participating in discussions, polls, surveys, creative tasks and on-ground activities. ...

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July 27, 2026 7:19 PM

IndiaAI Mission’s Safe & Trusted AI pillar advances responsible AI, 13 projects approved to tackle deepfakes and bias

The Centre has said that the Safe & Trusted AI pillar under the IndiaAI Mission is strengthening citizen trust by promoting the secure, fair and responsible development of artificial intelligence, while positioning India as a key contributor to global AI governance. The Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) said the IndiaAI Mission, approved in March 2024 with an outlay of ₹10,371 crore over five years, aims to build a comprehensive AI ecosystem in the country in line with Prime Minist...

Aadhaar App crosses 4 crore downloads as digital identity services see growing adoption

July 19, 2026 3:33 PM

Aadhaar App crosses 4 crore downloads as digital identity services see growing adoption

The Aadhaar App has crossed 40 million (4 crore) downloads, reflecting the growing adoption of digital-first identity services and increasing public trust in the platform, the e Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) said on Saturday. According to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the Aadhaar App has emerged as a comprehensive digital platform that enables residents to access a range of Aadhaar-related services, including address updates, mobile number and email updates, b...