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The unusually large droplets, coupled with the high frequency of rain, have prompted scientists to launch a detailed study on how precipitation affects signal transmission and how to adapt future networks to extreme weather conditions. Sohra, Meghalaya: Scientists at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Meghalaya and the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) have embarked on a joint research project to develop new methods to improve 5G and 6G connectivity in Sohra, the rainiest ...Read More >
SOHRA, Oct 24: Scientists at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Meghalaya and the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) have embarked on a joint research project to develop new methods to improve 5G and 6G connectivity in Sohra, the rainiest place on Earth. After shifting to their permanent campus here earlier this year, researchers found themselves "fascinated and occasionally frustrated" by the sheer size of each raindrop that falls over Sohra in the state East Khasi Hills d ...Read More >
New Delhi (ABC Live): India's Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, form the backbone of online content regulation. These Rules were notified on 25 February 2021 and later amended in October 2022 and April 2023 to enhance user safety and platform accountability. However, after several years of enforcement, it became clear that greater procedural transparency was needed in how unlawful online content was being removed. Therefore, on 23 Octo ...Read More >
New Delhi: The IT Rules have been changed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to make it clear that only senior officials have the power to issue content take-down notices pursuant to section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act. The updated rule, which will be effective from November 15, is expected to make the content removal process at social media companies more accountable and transparent. So far the junior officers in Central and State governments, such ...Read More >
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on October 22 announced that from November 15, only a senior officer at the rank of joint secretary or above, or in case of law enforcement officials at the rank of deputy inspector general of police or above can send take down notices under Section 79 (3)(b) of the IT Act to social media platforms. This replaces the existing procedure of junior officials passing content take down orders. For example, till now, in State governments, police ...Read More >
The government has proposed compulsory declarations by all social media users when posting AI-generated or modified content, with the platforms told to deploy technical measures to verify these. The government has proposed compulsory declarations by all social media users when posting AI-generated or modified content, with the platforms told to deploy technical measures to verify these. The move is aimed at curbing the rapid rise of AI-based deepfakes on the internet, officials said. Stakehold ...Read More >
India is preparing to unveil comprehensive regulations for deepfake technologies, utilizing state-of-the-art tools for effective governance. Simultaneously, the nation is boosting its AI frontier by promoting locally created chipsets and attracting substantial funding from tech behemoths like Google, as it seeks to strike a balance between technological progress and the protection of society. The government is going to bring a regulation on deepfakes soon that will take help of technology for e ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 19: Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, today conducted a surprise inspection of Anand Vihar Railway Station to ensure passenger safety and convenience during the festive season. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected the holding area at the station and interacted directly with passengers, seeking feedback on the cleanliness of the railway premises and the facilities being provided. Speaking to the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The Government of Uttarakhand, in collaboration with the India AI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is organising the Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 on October 17 in Dehradun. The event is a pre-summit to the India - AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to take place on February 19 - 20, 2026, in New Delhi. The event will be attended by Jitin Prasada, Minister of State (MoS), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technolo ...Read More >
"Shortlisted entries will be invited to contribute a chapter to the Casebook on AI Health Use Cases Across the Global South, which is set to be launched at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi in February," according to a release by the Ministry of Electronics & IT. The IndiaAI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO), has announced a global call for abstracts highlighting impactful and scalable applic ...Read More >
A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran took note of the submissions of lawyer Virag Gupta, appearing for the CASC, on Thursday and agreed to hear the PIL on October 17. The plea has sought a direction to union ministries of Electronics and Information Technology, Information and Broadcasting, Finance and Youth Affairs and Sports "to do a harmonious interpretation of provisions of Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 and laws made by State Legislat ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to foster innovation and collaboration in the digital identity domain. The initiative aims to strengthen India's ID Tech ecosystem by enabling startups, academia, and industry to work closely with UIDAI. Through SITAA, UIDAI seeks to drive innovation, promote indigenisation, and co-develop advanced and future-ready identi ...Read More >
The Indian Navy is hosting a seminar on cyber threats to the maritime sector, featuring top ministries, defence experts, and start-ups. The event promotes cybersecurity collaboration, indigenous innovation, and secure maritime growth under national development visions New Delhi: With an aim to deepen understanding of cyber threats in the maritime domain, the Indian Navy is organising a seminar here on Thursday. The seminar, titled 'Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) The Indian Navy on Thursday organised a seminar aimed at enhancing the understanding of cyber threats in the maritime domain and fostering collaboration among main stakeholders to strengthen the national cybersecurity posture. Titled 'Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on National Security and International Relations', it was hosted at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan here. Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi emphasised the government's focus on the mar ...Read More >
New Delhi: Jeevan Pramaan is a government-backed scheme designed to make life easier for retired employees and pensioners in India. Known as the Digital Life Certificate (DLC), it uses Aadhaar and biometric details to verify a pensioner's continued eligibility. Since this certificate isn't valid for life, pensioners need to submit it every year to ensure their monthly pension continues without any disruption. The Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) has revealed the schedule for ...Read More >
India is taking steps to mitigate the high level of e-waste through a long-term project that will encourage the use of reusable and restorative products. A landmark five-year project has been launched to transform the country's electronics sector into a circular economy, with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the UN Development Programme (UNDP). The project is planned to be implemented in partnership with the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) ...Read More >
Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced his switch to Indian email provider Zoho Mail for official communication, joining ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Shivraj Singh Chouhan in supporting the 'swadeshi' initiative. Zoho Mail was launched in 2008 by Chennai-based Zoho Corporation. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday said that he has switched to Indian email service provider, Zoho mail for all official communication. "Namaskar, I would like to inform you ...Read More >
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is in talks with the ministry of electronics and IT to share financial data of listed companies. This data will support the creation of India's own AI models. The project aims to boost locally developed large language models with reliable financial information.Chartered accountants' apex body ICAI is in discussions with the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) to provide financial and economic data of listed companies f ...Read More >
India's sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) model will be ready before the AI Impact Summit to be held in February 2026, a top Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) official said on Friday (October 10, 2025). Speaking at the India Mobile Congress 2025, Electronics and IT Secretary S. Krishnan said that though India was a latecomer in Artificial Intelligence, it has scaled up its computing infrastructure rapidly with the deployment of 38,000 GPUs (graphics processing unit ...Read More >
Bhubaneshwar's NaMo Lab I Semiconductor Ecosystem | Image: Freepix As part of India's burgeoning semiconductor ecosystem, the new NaMo Semiconductor Lab in Bhubaneshwar is expected to foster semiconductor research and skilling while promoting Make in India' and 'Design in India' initiatives. The NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory' at IIT Bhubaneswar will be funded under the MPLAD Scheme. The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 4.95 crore, which is earmarked for equipment and Rs 35 lakh for softwar ...Read More >
BHUBANESWAR: Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved 'NaMo semiconductor laboratory' at IIT Bhubaneswar. The project estimated at Rs 4.95 crore will be funded under the MPLAD scheme. The NaMo semiconductor lab will contribute to India's deep talent pool by equipping the youth with industry-ready skills. The lab will also position IIT Bhubaneswar as a hub for semiconductor research and skilling. It will help in developing talent for the chip manuf ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a significant effort to regulate India's rapidly growing online gaming sector, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Draft Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2025 (PROG Rules) under the recently passed Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The draft rules clearly delineate a legal framework for e-sports, social games, and for-profit gaming sites utilising stakes, wagers, and prizes in cash and kind. E-sports an ...Read More >
The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme has attracted investment. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced proposals worth Rs 1.15 lakh crore. This amount exceeds initial targets for investment and employment. The scheme aimed for Rs 59,000 crore investment. It also promises 1.41 lakh jobs, surpassing the 91,600 target. The application window for capital equipment remains open. The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme has attracted investment proposals worth Rs 1.15 lakh crore, Un ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The new NIELIT Digital University (NDU) platform, set to be launched tomorrow, will offer programmes on artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and data science, the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) said on Wednesday. The NDU platform, part of the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), an autonomous scientific [...] New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Tata Communications on Wednesday announced the successful deployment of its digital in ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1: Entrepreneurship Cell, IIT Kanpur, has announced the launch of UpStart 2025, its flagship national pitching competition designed to support, accelerate, and empower Indian startups. The event will be organized in two distinct parts -- the Nationals, which will be organized in four Indian cities, i.e., Delhi (11th October), Hyderabad (1st November), Bangalore (8th November), and Mumbai (6th December). The Finals will be held at IIT Kanpur on January 25, 2026. Also R ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday said governor Sanjay Malhotra will chair the six-member Payments Regulatory Board (PRB), which will regulate the payment systems. It will have three RBI members-deputy governor, executive director in charge of the Payment and Settlement Systems and the governor. For the first time, the board will have two government nominees: the secretary of the Department of Financial Services (DFS) and the secretary of the ministry of electronics and inform ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 30 (PTI) The Reserve Bank on Tuesday constituted the six-member Payments Regulatory Board, which includes three central government nominees, to supervise the functioning of payment systems in the country. The panel is headed by the Governor. The Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) replaces the Board for Regulation and Supervision of Payment and Settlement System (BPSS), a committee of the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India. The five-member BPSS was also headed by the RBI Gover ...Read More >
Chandigarh: A large-scale drive of mandatory biometric update (MBU) across schools in the UT has been undertaken by UIDAI's regional office here. The mission-mode campaign ensures that students, both in urban and rural schools of Chandigarh, can update their biometrics easily without it affecting their academic schedules.This biometric update is vital for children in the 0-5 and 15-17 age brackets. Updated biometrics keep Aadhaar accurate, ensuring smooth participation in exams like JEE, Neet, U ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Over 700 policy makers, startups and industry leaders came together for the 'Aadhaar Samvaad' here on Monday to share ideas to further enhance service delivery using the unique digital ID, an official said. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) had conducted the day-long stakeholders conference with ecosystem partners, the official said. Addressing the stakeholders, S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Mei ...Read More >
New Delhi: A parliamentary committee has said India should look at the US coming out unilaterally from WTO obligations and resorting to tariffs to protect its domestic industry as an opportunity to negotiate favourable clauses under the plurilateral Information Technology Agreement (ITA) or even explore an exit, sources said. The Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology has, in a report, blamed the agreement India signed in 1997 for a host of ills plaguing the IT and elec ...Read More >
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