Sanand: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, marking another milestone in India’s efforts to strengthen its semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Calling the inauguration a reflection of India’s determination to achieve its technological ambitions, the Prime Minister said the country is steadily turning Read More…
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MSME Ministry Strengthens Support for SC/ST Entrepreneurs
New Delhi: The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has said its National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) scheme is helping Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs overcome barriers related to finance, technology, markets, and capacity building. The Ministry said the Business Accelerator Programme (BAP) under the scheme is providing mentorship, industry insights, and business Read More…
Private Sector Key to India-US Cooperation in AI and Critical Technologies: Official
Washington: The private sector will play a crucial role in advancing India-US cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, quantum technologies and critical minerals, a senior Indian official said as the two countries strengthen collaboration in strategic technology sectors. Speaking at a roundtable titled “Securing the Foundations of AI Together: US–India Cooperation from Minerals to Microchips,” Read More…
PM Modi Expresses Concern Over Misuse of Digital Platforms, Calls for Swift Action Against Cyber Frauds
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed concern over the growing misuse of digital platforms to cheat and defraud people, stressing the need for coordinated, sensitive and time-bound action by all agencies involved in tackling cyber crimes. The Prime Minister made these observations while reviewing public grievances related to cyber crime, particularly cases Read More…
India, France Unveil Innovation Roadmap 2030
India and France have launched the India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030, a comprehensive framework aimed at expanding cooperation in key sectors including artificial intelligence, advanced technology, scientific research, education, healthcare, and space. The initiative builds on the growing strategic partnership between the two countries and seeks to promote innovation-driven growth, technological advancement, and stronger people-to-people ties. Read More…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Arrives in Kolkata on Four-Day India Visit
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Kolkata on Saturday, marking the beginning of his four-day diplomatic visit to India. The visit holds political and historical significance, as it marks the first visit by a US Secretary of State to the eastern metropolis in nearly 14 years.Rubio’s arrival comes at a politically significant Read More…
India, Italy Elevate Bilateral Ties to Special Strategic Partnership
India and Italy on Wednesday agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship to the level of a “Special Strategic Partnership” following wide-ranging talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome. Addressing a joint press statement after the meeting, Modi said both leaders held extensive discussions on strengthening cooperation across sectors Read More…
PM Modi Meets Italian PM Meloni in Rome Ahead of Bilateral Talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Italy for the final leg of his five-nation tour and held an informal meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of formal bilateral talks. Meloni hosted Modi for dinner and also accompanied him on a visit to the iconic Colosseum in Rome. In a post on Read More…
Pokhran Nuclear Tests Reflected India’s Scientific Strength: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings on National Technology Day and said the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests showcased India’s scientific excellence and determination. National Technology Day is observed to commemorate the successful nuclear tests conducted by India at Pokhran Test Range on May 11, 1998. In a message shared on X, Modi said Read More…
India Racing Ahead in AI, Quantum Tech and Semiconductors: Jitendra Singh
India is advancing rapidly in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, semiconductors and deep-tech, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Friday, stressing that the country’s youth will play a defining role in building a “Viksit Bharat” by 2047. The minister was speaking after inaugurating the Lakshya 2047 Centre for Future Skills, along Read More…