Satellite Internet
India is advancing its satellite internet capabilities to enhance connectivity, especially in rural and underserved areas. With over 1 billion internet subscribers, the country is focusing on LEO and MEO satellite systems to provide faster and more reliable broadband services. Recent regulatory reforms have opened the sector to private players,
UPSC
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has successfully conducted a pilot program using AI-enabled facial recognition technology for candidate verification during the NDA & NA II and CDS II examinations held on September 14, 2025. This initiative, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division, aims to enhance the integrity and
BSNL
On September 17, 2025, the Department of Posts (DoP) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi to enhance BSNL's mobile connectivity across India. The agreement allows DoP to utilize its extensive network of over 1.65 lakh Post Offices to
AI Centre
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the 'Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence, Skill Development, and Innovation' at Graphic Era University in Dehradun, emphasizing the importance of integrity in AI usage. The facility, powered by NVIDIA technology, aims to support research and innovation across various sectors, aligning with
OIML Certification
India has become the 13th country to issue the OIML pattern approval certificate, marking a significant milestone in legal metrology. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted India's advancements in Digital India, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies during the inaugural address at the 89th International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) General Meeting
Digital India
The CSC e-Governance Services India Limited has achieved a significant milestone by disbursing ₹3,000 crore in loans since July 2023, benefiting nearly 70,000 underserved borrowers. This initiative, part of the Digital India program, aims to promote financial inclusion, support rural entrepreneurship, and strengthen local economies. Through a network
Hindi Diwas
On Hindi Diwas, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the importance of Hindi and other Indian languages in technology, science, and administration. He highlighted the cultural significance of languages in India, their role in the freedom struggle, and the government's efforts to promote Hindi as a medium of
Gyan Bharatam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the International Conference on Gyan Bharatam in New Delhi, launching the Gyan Bharatam Portal aimed at digitizing and preserving India's vast manuscript collection, which includes approximately one crore manuscripts. He emphasized the importance of India's knowledge tradition, built on the pillars
Digital Governance
The National e-Governance Division, in collaboration with IIM Calcutta, has successfully concluded its third training program on Digital Governance and Data Management, aimed at empowering senior government officials. The program, part of the Digital India initiative, focuses on advanced data governance, cybersecurity, data-driven decision-making, and digital leadership, equipping officials with
Cotton MSP
Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh held a review meeting to assess the preparedness for Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations for cotton for the Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26. The government has established 550 procurement centres across major cotton-growing states and introduced a mobile app for farmer self-registration and slot booking. The
Kapas Kisan app
Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, launched the Kapas Kisan app, developed by the Cotton Corporation of India, to streamline cotton procurement under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme. The app allows farmers to self-register, book slots, and track payments, enhancing transparency and efficiency in the procurement process. This
Digital India
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) has achieved a significant milestone by integrating nearly 2,000 e-Government services across all 36 States and Union Territories of India on DigiLocker and e-District platforms. This allows citizens to access essential services such as certificates, welfare schemes, and utility payments anytime, anywhere. Maharashtra leads