Nandan Nilekani

August 28, 2026 5:32 PM

High-powered task force invites suggestions for comprehensive reforms in public examinations

The Centre has invited suggestions from students, parents, teachers, academic institutions and other stakeholders as part of an exercise to reform the country’s public examination system, including examinations conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The government has constituted a High-Powered Task Force (HPTF), headed by Nandan Nilekani, to examine and recommend comprehensive reforms covering the conduct, security, design and governance of public examinations. The task force is ex...

July 26, 2026 10:31 PM

PM Modi announces Nandan Nilekani-led task force on exam reforms, says focus is on reliable and transparent examination system

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the constitution of a high-powered task force on examination reforms under the leadership of technology expert and Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, saying its recommendations would be used to strengthen the credibility of upcoming examinations through greater use of technology and systemic reforms. In a video post on X, the Prime Minister said, "The Government of India is continuously taking various measures for the future of students. Those w...

February 20, 2026 8:34 AM

India Has the Potential to Lead Global AI Diffusion for Public Welfare: Nandan Nilekani

India is showing the world how fast artificial intelligence can move from ideas to real-life solutions, especially for farmers and the rural economy, Nandan Nilekani said on Thursday during a CEO roundtable. He credited the leadership and vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for enabling rapid AI adoption aimed at improving the lives of ordinary citizens. Nilekani recalled his meeting with the Prime Minister on January 8, when the discussion focused on applying AI in agriculture. During the ...