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DHRUV64: India today, December 16, marks a major step in its semiconductor journey with the launch of DHRUV64, the country's first 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, according to a PIB government release. It is a fully indigenous microprocessor developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme ( MDP).
India has achieved a historic milestone. DHRUV64 -- the nation's first fully indigenous 64-bit dual-core processor -- has been successfully developed and fabricated entirely within India. This breakthrough represents far more than a technical achievement; it signals India's emergence as a self-reliant semiconductor powerhouse capable of designing and manufacturing critical computing chips. The DHRUV64 Specifications DHRUV64 operates at 1.0 GHz and features dual cores built on a mature 28 nm manufacturing process containing approximately 30 million gates. While these specifications may seem c ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 2 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Tuesday that Semicon India is not just a seminar or event but a symbol of the technological renaissance of the nation. She was speaking at the Semicon India 2025. "Semicon India is not just a seminar or event but a symbol of the technological renaissance of the nation," Gupta said. "When the whole world was grappling with the problems of supply chain disruptions, PM Modi took a historic decision to launch India Semiconductor Mission," she added. AT the event, Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw presented the first ...Read More >
COLOMBO (News 1st); India has achieved a historic milestone in its semiconductor journey with the launch of DHRUV64, a fully indigenous microprocessor developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP). This breakthrough strengthens India's pursuit of self-reliance in advanced chip design, reducing long-term dependence on imported processors. DHRUV64 is engineered with modern architectural features, offering higher efficiency, enhanced multitasking, and improved reliability. Its advanced design ensures seamless integrat ...Read More >
Sanand (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, marking the commencement of production at the facility. The Prime Minister underscored the momentum of India's semiconductor journey, noting that he was present in Sanand on February 28 for the start of production at the Micron plant and has returned exactly a month later for the Kaynes milestone. Also Read | Vasai Horror: Man Brutally Attacks 4-Year-Old Boy, Smashes His Head Against Iron Bar, Slams Child on Cement Floor; Disturbing Video ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Minister of Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said that construction of five semiconductor units is currently progressing at a rapid pace. The minister, while speaking at Semicon India 2025, also mentioned that the pilot line of one unit is complete and the first Made in India chip was presented to the Prime Minister at the event. The minister also presented the first test chips from four sanctioned projects to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Vikram chip, developed by ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory, is India's first fully Make-in-India 32-bit microprocessor, enginee ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the SEMICON India 2025 in Delhi. "A defining chapter in India's semiconductor journey is unfolding, with innovation and investment driving a new wave of growth," Modi said, addressing the event. At the event, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw presented the first made-in-India chips to the PM, which included Vikram 32-bit microprocessor and test chips of four approved projects. Recalling the launch of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in December 2021, Vaishnaw said, "In a short span of 3.5 years, we have the world looking at Ind ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 15 (ANI): India today marks a major step in its semiconductor journey with the launch of DHRUV64, the country's first 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, according to an official government release. The processor is fully designed in India by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme. DHRUV64 sits at the centre of India's plan to reduce dependence on imported processors. The release states that the chip supports both strategic and commercial uses and provides the country with a reliable, homegrown ...Read More >
New Delhi, September 2: In a significant feat for the country to become a global semiconductor hub, Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday presented the first made-in-India processor, along with test chips from four approved projects, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi here. The first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, called 'Vikram,' has been developed by ISRO's Semi-conductor Laboratory (SCL). It is designed to withstand the harsh environmental conditions of space launch vehicles, marking a milestone in India's efforts to reduce dependency on imported chips. Va ...Read More >
New Delhi: India has added a new chapter to its semiconductor push with the announcement of DHRUV64, described as the country's first 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor. The chip has been developed by C-DAC under the government-backed Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP), marking another step in India's attempt to reduce dependence on imported silicon. The announcement was shared through an official government note, positioning DHRUV64 as a processor aimed at telecom, industrial, and strategic technology use cases. What is DHRUV64 DHRUV64 is a 64-bit, dual-core processor clocked ...Read More >
Mumbai, December 16: C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing) has unveiled India's first-ever 64-bit 1GHz dual-core microprocessor called "DHRUV64". With the development of this microprocessor, the country has marched forward in its semiconductor journey. DHRUV64 was developed by C-DAC under the MDP (Microprocessor Development Programme) and introduced under DIR-V (Digital India RISC-V) initiative, which supports chip design, testing and prototyping using the RISC-V open-source architecture. DHRUV64 microprocessor was designed to power various electronic devices related to industr ...Read More >
Sanand (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, marking the commencement of production at the facility. The Prime Minister underscored the momentum of India's semiconductor journey, noting that he was present in Sanand on February 28 for the start of production at the Micron plant and has returned exactly a month later for the Kaynes milestone. "This is not merely a coincidence, it is proof of the speed at which India's semiconductor ecosystem is developing," PM Modi said. Congratulat ...Read More >
Sanand (Gujarat), March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the start of production at Kaynes Semicon's OSAT facility in Sanand demonstrates the speed and growth of India's semiconductor ecosystem and its increasing integration with global supply chains. Speaking at the inauguration of the plant, the Prime Minister noted the close timing of developments in the sector. "On February 28, production began at Micron Technology's facility, and today, on March 31, production will start here at Kaynes," he said. "This is not a coincidence but proof of the speed of ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a significant feat for the country to become a global semiconductor hub, Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday presented the first made-in-India processor, along with test chips from four approved projects, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi here. The first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, called 'Vikram,' has been developed by ISRO's Semi-conductor Laboratory (SCL). It is designed to withstand the harsh environmental conditions of space launch vehicles, marking a milestone in India's efforts to reduce dependency on importe ...Read More >
CHENNAI: India has taken another step towards self-reliance in space technology with the launch of VIKRAM-32, the country's first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor. Developed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and fabricated at ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh, this processor is the successor to the older VIKRAM-1601, a 16-bit chip that has powered ISRO's launch vehicles for more than a decade. Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the new made-in-India microprocessor at the Semicon India 2025 event in New Delhi, presenting it to ...Read More >