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The Government of India and the Government of Andhra Pradesh have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Digital Bharat Nidhi to expedite the rollout of the Amended BharatNet Programme. This $16.9 billion initiative aims to enhance digital infrastructure across rural areas by providing robust broadband connectivity to every village.
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The Government of India has signed agreements with 23 countries to cooperate on its Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) platforms under the India Stack framework. These agreements focus on digital identity, payments, and data exchange. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is now operational in eight countries, strengthening India's global
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India and the European Union (EU) have strengthened their collaboration in the development of 6G technologies. The cooperation focuses on secure, trustworthy digital infrastructure and resilient telecom supply chains through the India–EU Trade and Technology Council. The Bharat 6G Alliance and the European Union's 6G Smart Networks
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NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL) has successfully completed ten years of operations, significantly boosting India's logistics sector with advanced digital and data solutions. The company focuses on infrastructure enhancement and supply-chain efficiency, aligned with the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision. Source: Original Link
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In 2025, India's telecom sector, spearheaded by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), marked a remarkable year of transformation, achieving significant milestones in 5G and 6G advancements, indigenous technology development, and digital infrastructure expansion. Key initiatives included the rollout of the National Broadband Mission 2.0, widespread 5G coverage,
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The Government of India is advancing the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy 2022, marking significant strides in the geospatial data sector. Key developments include the establishment of 1105 CORS stations and the registration of 14,677 users who have consumed over 19.4 million hours of data. The government
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The Indian government has implemented numerous measures to strengthen the country's telecom sector, resulting in significant growth in digital infrastructure. Key initiatives include easier regulations for spectrum usage, increased foreign investment allowances, and the expansion of optical fiber networks and mobile connectivity. These efforts have quadrupled wireless data
Internet Governance
The fifth edition of the India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) concluded in New Delhi, emphasizing the importance of an inclusive, resilient digital future. The forum, attended by representatives from various sectors, focused on strengthening digital infrastructure, advancing AI ethically, and ensuring cybersecurity. Union Minister Jitin Prasada outlined the government'
National Geo-Spatial Platform
The Survey of India has partnered with C.E. Info Systems Pvt. Ltd. to develop a National Geo-Spatial Platform aimed at enhancing India's geospatial ecosystem. This platform will provide a unified digital infrastructure for accurate geospatial data and services, supporting governance, research, and industry applications. Key features include
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced a competition for designing the official logo for India's Digital Connectivity Rating (DCR) framework. Open to individuals aged 15 and above, the competition aims to promote public participation and awareness of digital connectivity in buildings and public infrastructure. The
Digital Infrastructure
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia chaired a Roundtable Conference with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to discuss enhancing digital infrastructure and promoting cooperative federalism. The conference emphasized the need for swift implementation of reforms, particularly the Right-of-Way rules, to improve connectivity and digital services across the country. Key discussions included the
India Mobile Congress
In his speech at the India Mobile Congress 2025, Prime Minister emphasized India's technological advancements, highlighting the success of startups and the government's support in fostering innovation. He discussed the launch of the 'Made in India' 4G stack, the growth of the telecom sector,