New Delhi, December 23: Vice-President of India Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday said that Artificial Intelligence must be used positively and ethically for human welfare, asserting that India has both the capability and responsibility to guide the world in shaping responsible AI development. The Vice-President was addressing the Flagship National…
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DoT Digital Platform Blocks ₹660 Cr Cyber Frauds
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has successfully onboarded over 1000 banks, financial institutions, and Third-Party Application Providers (TPAPs) onto its Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP), leveraging the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) to prevent cyber fraud losses amounting to ₹660 crore in just six months since its rollout on 22 May…
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Indian Navy Receives Indigenous ASW Ship ‘Anjadip’
The Indian Navy on 22 December 2025 received ‘Anjadip’, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE)</strong), Kolkata. The delivery ceremony took place in Chennai, marking a significant milestone in India’s indigenous shipbuilding program. Advanced Design and Capabilities…
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Jitin Prasada Highlights Tech’s Role in Employment
Union Minister of State for Electronics & IT and Commerce & Industry, Shri Jitin Prasada, emphasized the growing role of emerging technologies in job creation while addressing the “Technology and Skill Development Conference” at the NIELIT Extension Centre in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, on 21 December 2025. The conference aimed to…
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GeM Forward Auction Drives ₹2,200 Cr Asset Disposal
The Government e Marketplace (GeM) has emerged as a game-changer in the digital management of public assets. Between December 2021 and November 2025, the GeM Forward Auction module facilitated disposal of government assets worth over ₹2,200 crore, conducting more than 13,000 auctions with participation from 23,000 registered bidders. How the…
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Swiggy Instamart Opens Offline Experience Store in Gurugram
Swiggy’s quick commerce arm, Instamart, has opened its first offline experiential store in Gurugram, marking a notable shift in how rapid delivery platforms are experimenting with consumer engagement. The mini store allows customers to physically explore select products available on the Instamart app, reflecting the evolving preferences of urban shoppers….
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Andhra Pradesh Gets First Gen-Z Campus Post Office at VIT-AP
In a major step towards modernising postal services and engaging India’s youth, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar on Saturday inaugurated Andhra Pradesh’s first Gen-Z transformed campus Post Office at VIT-AP University in Amaravati. The initiative forms part of a nationwide drive by the…
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CCI, Nasscom Hold AI Governance & Competition Workshop
The Competition Commission of India (CCI), in collaboration with the National Association of Software and Services Companies (Nasscom), organised a high-level workshop on “Artificial Intelligence, Competition & Governance” in New Delhi on Friday. The event brought together senior policymakers, regulators, industry leaders and experts to deliberate on how India can…
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2025 Year-End Review: DoT Strengthens India’s Telecom Ecosystem
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) marked 2025 as a year of unprecedented growth and transformation, with major milestones across connectivity, digital infrastructure, citizen-centric services, and technological self-reliance. Key achievements include nationwide 5G rollout, record broadband expansion, and enhanced cybersecurity initiatives. Major Connectivity Achievements 5G services launched across all States/UTs, covering…
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TRAI Mobile Quality Report Released for Surat City
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the findings of its Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted across Surat City and nearby areas during November 2025. The assessment aimed to measure the real-world quality of mobile network services, including voice and data performance, offered by all major telecom service…