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MUMBAI: A structural shift is reshaping India's microfinance sector, with regulated lenders displacing informal sources as borrowing from moneylenders fell to 1% in 2024-25 from 46% in 2011, according to a survey by Microfinance Industry Network and National Council of Applied Economic Research.The survey, which covered 10,342 borrowers across 10 states, shows a maturing market where formal credit has become the primary source of finance for rural and semi-urban households. According to the repo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Extending moratorium in the WTO on import duties for cross-border electronics transmission for longer period will bring more certainty and predictability to businesses, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. The 14th ministerial conference, which concluded in the early hours on March 30 in Yaounde, the capital city of Cameroon, failed to reach a consensus on the moratorium. "We discussed it amongst the ministers, and we were generally of the opinio ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): Bharti Airtel on Wednesday announced that it has crossed the milestone of 650 million customers globally. According to an exchange filing, the telecom major, with operations spanning across India and Africa, attributed the growth to its expanding digital services portfolio and robust infrastructure capabilities. In India, Bharti Airtel has 368 million mobile customers, while its Africa operations account for 179 million users across 14 countries. The company n ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Bharti Airtel has become world's second largest telecom operator with 650 million subscribers, the company said on Thursday citing GSMA data. According to GSMA Intelligence, Bharti Airtel is ranked second globally by mobile customer base, with operations spread across India and Africa, the company said in a statement. "...we will strive to raise the bar on innovation, reliability, and experience so that every customer interaction is an opportunity to earn trust and deliv ...Read More >
Pune: The pre-Special Intensive Revision (pre-SIR) exercise currently underway has thrown up various challenges for the government staff as well as the citizens. The exercise is the first step ahead of the formal voter list revision process, when officials visit households to verify existing voter details. Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi said the current phase, which began in the first week of March, involves preliminary verification by government staff, after which Booth Level Officers ( ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 31 (PTI) India on Tuesday said it has called for initiating discussion at the WTO on its proposal on the transfer of modern technologies to emerging and least developed economies to help enhance their share in global trade, while pushing for negotiations through "possible new approaches" to move agriculture talks forward. The commerce ministry said the country has also extended its support for robust work at the World Trade Organization (WTO) on digital divide, digital infrastruc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) High Commissioner of India to Nigeria Abhishek Singh said the India-AI Impact Summit would reshape global AI discourse, will deepen relations with Nigeria and benefit Africa as well as the Global South, a new report has said. The report from Nigeria-based NAN news cited the envoy saying the summit would help ensure artificial intelligence becomes a tool for inclusive development rather than a driver of global inequality, benefiting Nigeria, Africa and the wide ...Read More >
Delhi/Hyderabad, Dec 17 (Maxim News): India largest AI market status has been highlighted in a new analysis by Bank of America. The report said India has emerged as the world's largest and most active market for large language model adoption. The findings were released on Wednesday. They show that India now leads globally in user adoption of popular AI applications. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp According to the analysis, India ranks first in the number of users for AI apps such as ChatGPT, Gemi ...Read More >
Mumbai: Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday asked fintech firms to design products that are easy to use and accessible to all to help India achieve financial inclusion and become a developed nation by 2047. Addressing the Global Fintech Fest 2025 here, Malhotra also flagged the issue of growing digital frauds and made a strong case for making efforts to curb the menace. Quoting Apple founder Steve Jobs, Malhotra said, "Get closer than ever to your customers, so close that you tel ...Read More >
The seminar is part of CPRG's 'Future of Society' initiative, which examines how emerging technologies reshape institutions and everyday life. It also serves as a pre-summit dialogue in the lead-up to the India-AI Impact Summit 2026. Multiple industry leaders, and educationists took part in the dialogue, highlighting the use of AI, public-private partnerships and closing the digital divide between rural and urban areas. The Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) hosted "AI for Inclusio ...Read More >
. NEW DELHI: Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) organised a seminar titled "AI for Inclusion in India" at the India International Centre in New Delhi on Friday, setting the stage for the upcoming India-AI Impact Summit 2026. The discussion focused on how artificial intelligence can be used to bridge gaps in equity, accessibility, and empowerment in India's digital future. The event brought together experts from government, academia, and civil society. Rajit Punhani, CEO of the Food ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The launch of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's (BSNL) indigenous 4G network has secured India's future, said a top executive of the state-controlled telecom carrier on Saturday. "The nationwide rollout of our indigenous 4G network, built on the strength of collaboration with TCS (Tata Consultancy Services), Tejas Networks, and C-DoT (Centre for Development of Telematics), is a resounding declaration of an Atmanirbhar Bharat," said Robert J Ravi, CMD, BSNL, in a statement. "The 'Made i ...Read More >
Jharsuguda (Odisha), Sep 27 (PTI) In a major boost to tele-communication infrastructure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated BSNL's 'Swadeshi' 4G stack, marking India's entry into a coveted league of nations that manufacture telecom equipment. On the occasion of the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's silver jubilee, the PM also commissioned more than 97,500 mobile 4G towers, including 92,600 4G technology sites of the telecom service provider. These towers have been built at a cos ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Finnish telecom gear maker Nokia has won an IP edge and transport network modernisation deal from Vortex Group for three states: Maharashtra, Goa, and Gujarat. "The refreshed IP aggregation and edge networks will support increased broadband speeds and enable Vortex to expand services to underserved areas," the companies said in a joint statement on Monday. The deployment of Nokia solutions will enable more than 150 smaller internet service providers (ISPs) connected to Vortex's netw ...Read More >
New Delhi: OpenAI on Monday launched an "India-first" Learning Accelerator, announcing a Rs 4.5 crore research grant to IIT-Madras and the distribution of five lakh free ChatGPT licenses for teachers and students across government schools and AICTE-regulated institutions. Calling India a "lighthouse" for its global education strategy, the company said the programme will be co-created with leading institutions to expand access, training and research in AI-enabled learning.A central element is the ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: The depression over northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and north Andhra Pradesh - south Odisha coasts moved north-north-westwards and crossed South Odisha coast close to Gopalpur during early morning of Tuesday and lay cantered over south coastal Odisha. Weatherman said it was likely to move north-westwards across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during next few hours. Under its influence, thunderstorms accompani ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) India Post on Tuesday announced that it has entered a new era of digital transformation with the nationwide rollout of IT 2.0 -- Advanced Postal Technology (APT). The initiative, led under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guided by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, is being hailed as a milestone in India Post's journey towards Digital India. The advanced postal technology platform is designed to bring faster, more reliable a ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, At the age of 104, M A Abdullah Moulavi from Asamannoor in Ernakulam district is incredibly self-reliant in choosing his favourite social media reels and watching important news on YouTube. While searching prayer songs swiftly on his son's smartphone with his fragile fingers and pressing the video call button to talk to his grandchild abroad, Moulavi's wrinkled face beams with pride and happiness. He is one of about 22 lakh persons in Kerala who have become digitally litera ...Read More >
Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the government's plan to provide free AI training to approximately 5.5 lakh village-level entrepreneurs (VLEs) under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative aims to skill 10 lakh individuals, prioritizing VLEs who offer essential digital services in nearly 90% of Indian villages. The IndiaAI Mission, with a budget of ₹10,371. NEW DELHI: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) Railways, and Information & Broadcasting (I&B), We ...Read More >
New Delhi: Diagnosed with thalassemia at the age of two, a 23-year-old woman depended on blood transfusions every three weeks to stay alive. But when she was hospitalised with dengue in Class VIII, doctors discovered something more alarming -- she was HIV-positive. "I wasn't recovering. After several tests, they told me I was HIV-positive. I suspect it came from a transfusion. If the blood was properly tested, maybe this wouldn't have happened," she said. Now living with both thalassemia and HIV ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 17: Rose Angelina M. Kharsyntiew, a Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) from Eastern West Khasi Hills district, was honoured at the national celebration of Digital India@10 for her outstanding contribution to grassroots digital empowerment. The event, held in New Delhi on Wednesday, recognised her as one of the changemakers transforming rural India through the Common Services Centre (CSC) scheme. Hailing from Mairang, Rose Angelina has, over the past decade, emerged as a driving fo ...Read More >
Shillong, Jul 17 (PTI) Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw lauded Rose Angelina M Kharsyntiew, a village-level entrepreneur (VLE) from Meghalaya, for her role in driving digital empowerment at the grassroots level, an official statement said. Rose's efforts were hailed by the Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology during an event marking 10 years of 'Digital India' in Delhi on Thursday. "Amidst the scenic hills and remote villages of Eastern West Khasi Hills in Meghalaya, woman ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand)[India], July 11 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday underscored the pivotal role of Common Service Centres (CSCs) in transforming rural India into a digitally empowered society. Speaking at the CSC Day 2025 celebrations in Dehradun, he lauded the efforts of CSC operators. He honoured outstanding Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs), highlighting their contribution to bridging the digital divide in the state's remote regions. Also Read | Maharash ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a move to enhance passenger convenience and modernize public transport, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (RTC) has announced plans to provide free WiFi services in all its buses and bus stops. This digital upgrade is aimed at making travel more enjoyable while helping passengers stay connected on the go. To roll out this initiative, RTC has partnered with a private internet service provider. The collaboration will bring seamless connectivity to commuters during both ...Read More >
Next-Gen Technologies 2 min read India's digital decade, next 10 years will be more transformative: PM Modi Prime Minister Modi celebrated a decade of Digital India, highlighting the nation's transformation into a digital leader. Internet connections surged from 25 crore to over 97 crore, with high-speed access reaching remote areas. Platforms like UPI and DBT have revolutionized transactions and direct benefits, while initiatives like ONDC and GeM empower small businesses. Prime Minister Naren ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday pitched the Digital India campaign as a "trusted innovation partner to the world", and said the programme - which now completes a decade - has been transformative for those on the margins by democratising access, and building digital opportunities for all."From how we govern, to how we learn, transact, and build, Digital India is everywhere," PM Modi said in a special message on 'A Decade of Digital India'.He said that while many initially feare ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The 10 years of digital India have made sectors from healthcare to education to business and commerce inclusive and innovative, said Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday. The Digital India mission, launched in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aimed to democratise access, build an inclusive digital infrastructure, and provide opportunities for all. "The Digital India initiative has democratised technology, transforming India into a global digital powe ...Read More >
The Andhra Pradesh government inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google. The tech giant will launch its operations from Visakhapatnam in the State. Making the announcement at the district collectors' conference on Wednesday, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said HRD Minister Nara Lokesh's efforts have paved the way for this. The MoU was a significant development and would be a game changer. Visakhapatnam is poised for transformative growth, Mr. Naidu said. The chief minister, i ...Read More >
Union Secretary for Electronics and Information Technology (IT) S. Krishnan said on Monday (December 9, 2024) that as India's Internet grows further, investments in reliability would be required. "Yesterday, I was walking through Old Delhi, and if you look up and see the kind of cables carried along the sides of the roads, along the streetlights and lampposts, you wonder, is this what we are relying on?" he said, adding, "It's worse than a spaghetti bowl of cables." Mr. Krishnan said the Intern ...Read More >
The India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024 successfully concluded at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Center, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Held under the theme "Innovating Internet Governance for India", the two-day event brought together government officials, industry leaders, civil society, academics, and technical experts to discuss key Internet-related issues. IGF, which is well-known for its inclusive and collaborative methodology, is a key platform for establishing guidelines & policies t ...Read More >
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