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Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion
02 Dec

Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The dispute surrounding the Centre’s decision to have the Sanchar Saathi application pre-loaded on new smartphones sold in India showed no signs of easing, even after Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia attempted to reassure users that they will not be compelled to keep or use the app. Addressing the media, Scindia maintained that the directive issued to device manufacturers had been misunderstood. He stressed that the app poses no threat to personal data and can be removed by users if they prefer not to engage with it.“Just like other pre-bundled apps, you may retain it or delete…
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India Expands DigiLocker into a Unified Digital ID Wallet with AI-Powered Verification Capabilities
10 Nov

India Expands DigiLocker into a Unified Digital ID Wallet with AI-Powered Verification Capabilities

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant stride toward establishing a comprehensive digital identity ecosystem, the Government of India has unveiled a substantial enhancement to its flagship DigiLocker platform, effectively transforming it into a unified digital ID wallet for all citizens.This strategic move seeks to integrate all pivotal identification documents, including Aadhaar, PAN, driving license, voter ID, ration card, and health ID, into a single secure digital space. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has confirmed that DigiLocker will soon incorporate AI-driven eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) and global credential verification capabilities. This upgrade will empower citizens to…
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Made-in-India 6G: Ericsson to Begin Trials by 2028, Boosts Indigenous Production
09 Oct

Made-in-India 6G: Ericsson to Begin Trials by 2028, Boosts Indigenous Production

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, , , ,
Bengaluru/India, October 9, 2025 — Swedish telecom giant Ericsson has announced plans to manufacture all telecom equipment it sells in India domestically, including future products, a senior company executive said on Thursday. Andres Vicente, Ericsson’s Head of Market Area Southeast Asia, Oceania, and India, revealed the company’s intentions during the India Mobile Congress 2025. He also noted that 6G trials are expected by 2028, though commercial deployment will follow later.Currently, Ericsson produces 4G and 5G equipment in India, exporting some to other Asian nations. The company recently expanded its ASIC (application-specific integrated chips) R&D center in Bengaluru and has begun…
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India’s Sovereign AI BharatGen Secures Rs. 988.6 Crore Under IndiaAI Mission; Receives Largest Share of MeitY’s Rs. 1,500 Crore Allocation
20 Sep

India’s Sovereign AI BharatGen Secures Rs. 988.6 Crore Under IndiaAI Mission; Receives Largest Share of MeitY’s Rs. 1,500 Crore Allocation

nishuthapar10 CommentsBusiness, Technology, Trending
BharatGen, India's first government-backed multimodal Sovereign AI flagship initiative, has been awarded funding of Rs. 988.6 crore by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The formal announcement was made by Hon'ble Union Minister of Electronics G IT, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, during an event at Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi. Hon'ble Union Minister of Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, made the formal announcement at an event held in Delhi The allocation positions BharatGen as the foremost beneficiary of the Rs. 1,500 crore IndiaAI Mission 2025, highlighting its central role in building India's sovereign AI ecosystem. The funding will help…
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India to Announce New Semiconductor Projects as SEMICON India 2025 Nears
22 Aug

India to Announce New Semiconductor Projects as SEMICON India 2025 Nears

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Technology, ,
New Delhi, August 22: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has indicated that the government may soon unveil two to three small semiconductor projects, marking another step in India’s ambitious push for chip manufacturing.MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan revealed that these projects could be funded through the remaining resources of the India Semiconductor Mission 1.0. Out of the ₹76,000 crore outlay under Semicon 1.0, about ₹64,000 crore has already been committed to chip fabrication facilities, ₹10,000 crore to the Semiconductor Laboratory in Mohali, and ₹1,000 crore for the Design-Linked Incentive scheme.The ministry is also in talks with the Finance…
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Pearl Academy’s School of Business Partners with INSEAD XR to Bring True Immersive Learning to Life
06 Aug

Pearl Academy’s School of Business Partners with INSEAD XR to Bring True Immersive Learning to Life

nishuthapar10 CommentsLifestyle, Technology, Trending
Pearl Academy School of Business (PSB) has partnered with INSEAD XR Lab, one of the world's leading centres in immersive educational technology, to introduce immersive XR simulation-based learning, positioning PSB among the first institutions in India to integrate Extended Reality (XR) into business and management education. Pearl Academy partners with INSEAD XR, one of the world's leading centres in immersive educational technology This pioneering initiative reflects PSB's core focus on future-forward learning, global collaboration, and innovation-led pedagogy. The XR Simulation Workshop marked a transformational moment for business education at PSB, where real-world case studies met multi-sensory immersive experiences to redefine…
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Tesla Launches First Charging Station in India, Plans Expansion Across Mumbai
04 Aug

Tesla Launches First Charging Station in India, Plans Expansion Across Mumbai

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Technology, , ,
Mumbai, August 4— Global electric vehicle giant Tesla has taken its next major step in the Indian market by launching its first official charging facility in Mumbai. Located at One BKC in the Bandra-Kurla Complex, the station features four V4 Supercharging stalls for fast DC charging and four destination AC charging stalls.This move comes just weeks after Tesla’s long-anticipated entry into India with its first Experience Centre at Lower Parel. The Experience Centre, opened on July 15, marked the debut of Tesla’s Model Y SUV in India, priced from ₹59.89 lakh.Tesla’s charging station at BKC offers its latest V4 Superchargers,…
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India Receives Final C-295 Aircraft from Spain, Boosting Defence Modernisation Drive
02 Aug

India Receives Final C-295 Aircraft from Spain, Boosting Defence Modernisation Drive

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, , ,
National Times Bureau, Aug 2 , 2025: India received the last of the 16 Airbus C-295 military transport aircraft from Spain on Saturday, marking a key milestone in its ongoing military modernisation programme. The aircraft, known for its 5-10 tonne capacity and modern capabilities, is set to replace the ageing Avro fleet currently used by the Indian Air Force.The final aircraft was handed over at the Airbus Defence and Space assembly line in Seville. Indian Ambassador to Spain Dinesh K Patnaik and senior IAF officials were present to receive the delivery. The Indian Embassy in Spain highlighted that the delivery…
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Panjab University Earns Copyright for Groundbreaking AI Tool That Reconstructs Faces from Jawbones
27 Jul

Panjab University Earns Copyright for Groundbreaking AI Tool That Reconstructs Faces from Jawbones

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Technology, Trending
Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant leap forward for forensic science, researchers at Panjab University have developed an artificial intelligence-based facial reconstruction system capable of recreating human faces with up to 95% accuracy, using nothing more than the dimensions of the jaw and teeth. This pioneering technology, now officially copyrighted by the Copyright Office of the Government of India, could revolutionize disaster victim identification (DVI) and forensic investigations, especially in scenarios where facial features are damaged or destroyed, such as plane crashes, bombings, or natural disasters. The AI models were created by a multidisciplinary team led by Professor Kewal Krishan…
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Google Empowers India’s AI Future with Local Gemini Rollout and Developer-Centric Innovations
23 Jul

Google Empowers India’s AI Future with Local Gemini Rollout and Developer-Centric Innovations

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, , , ,
National Times Bureau, July 23, 2025: In a major push to strengthen India's artificial intelligence ecosystem, Google on Wednesday announced a series of India-focused AI and developer initiatives at its flagship Google I/O Connect India 2025 event in Bengaluru. These efforts, company officials said, aim to foster innovation, boost productivity, and support India’s vibrant technology community as it continues to build AI solutions at scale.One of the most significant announcements was the localization of Gemini 2.5 Flash's onshore processing capabilities, offering Indian developers improved AI performance with reduced latency. This move is expected to be a game-changer in regulated sectors…
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