G20
The 2025 Chief Science Advisers' Roundtable (CSAR) held in Pretoria, South Africa, focused on 'Equity-Based Science, Technology and Innovation for Inclusive Human Development and Global Sustainability.' The event concluded with the adoption of an outcome document emphasizing global collaboration in science and technology to address societal challenges,
Indian Army
The Indian Army, in collaboration with IIT Madras and CyberPeace, is hosting the Terrier Cyber Quest 2025, a national-level challenge aimed at addressing cybersecurity threats through emerging technologies like AI, ML, and Quantum Computing. The event includes two main challenges: a Bug Hunting Challenge and a Datathon, focusing on building
BSNL
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has partnered with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia to launch a digital skilling initiative at the Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT) in Jabalpur. This initiative aims to create a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) to develop industry-ready talent
DPIIT
A delegation led by DPIIT Secretary Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia visited the K-tech MeitY Nasscom Centre of Excellence for IoT & AI in Bengaluru to engage with startups and review the Tumakuru Industrial Area under NICDP. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for policy support and ensure timely execution of
Deep Tech
The Indian government has launched several initiatives to enhance research and development in deep tech areas, including AI, robotics, renewable energy, and biotechnology. The National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) is a key program with a budget of Rs. 3,660 crore, supporting projects like 'Bharat-Gen' for
AI
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is enhancing the National Sample Survey (NSS) by integrating AI and ML technologies to improve data collection and reporting processes. The use of digital platforms, such as Computer Assisted Personal Interview (CAPI), allows for real-time data submission and validation, significantly reducing report
Patent Guidelines
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry's Patent Office (CGPDTM) has released the Revised Guidelines for Examination of Computer Related Inventions (CRIs) for 2025. These guidelines aim to enhance clarity and consistency in the examination of CRIs, incorporating provisions for emerging technologies such as AI, ML, Blockchain, and Quantum
Statathon
The National Statistical Office (NSO) of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has launched 'Statathon – A Data Journey Towards Viksit Bharat', a Grand Challenge aimed at transforming official statistics through innovative solutions and emerging technologies. The initiative invites participants to address five problem statements related to
MoSPI
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) organized a two-day National Workshop on 'Using Alternate Data Sources and Frontier Technologies for Policy Making' in New Delhi, attended by over 450 participants. Key speakers emphasized the importance of blending traditional and alternative data sources for effective policy making,
Bharat Gen
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched 'Bharat Gen', India's first indigenously developed AI-based Multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) for Indian languages at the BharatGen Summit. The initiative aims to create ethical, inclusive, and multilingual AI solutions, enhancing sectors like healthcare and education. It integrates text, speech,
AI
India's national compute capacity has exceeded 34,000 GPUs, marking a significant milestone in the country's AI capabilities. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the selection of three startups to develop indigenous Foundation Models as part of the IndiaAI Mission. The initiative aims to democratize technology access