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February 16, 2026 3:27 PM

India’s MSMEs must be at the heart of AI-driven manufacturing transformation: ITC’s Gaurav Kataria

Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) must remain central to India's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy as the country works to unlock value in manufacturing and accelerate economic growth, Gaurav Kataria, VP Digital (Manufacturing) and CDIO PSPD at ITC Ltd told ANI today. "MSME is absolutely a great focus and really, really required at this point in time," Kataria told ANI on the sidelines of "Democratizing AI Resources for Economic Growth and Social Good", organised by the Confeder...

June 27, 2025 3:39 PM

President Murmu highlights MSMEs as backbone of inclusive economic growth

President of India Droupadi Murmu on Friday graced and addressed the MSME Day celebration held in New Delhi, underscoring the critical role played by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in shaping the nation’s economic future. Addressing the gathering, the President described the MSME sector as a vital pillar of the Indian economy. She said that MSMEs significantly contribute to the GDP and are instrumental in promoting innovation at the grassroots level. Highlighting the sector’s r...

September 16, 2024 6:43 PM

DoT launches initiative to help MSMEs, startups embrace new technologies

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched a comprehensive survey to identify and address the challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in adapting to new technologies. The survey aims to lay the groundwork for a robust ecosystem that leverage the potential of artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and the integration of 5G and 6G networks. The 60-day survey will cover five sectors each in North and South India. It is de...