The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), in collaboration with the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) and Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), spotlighted India’s AI-ready telecom ecosystem at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Through two high-level sessions, policymakers and industry leaders discussed how artificial intelligence is…
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Aadhaar App Gains Momentum; 1 Million Update Mobile Numbers
The Aadhaar App has witnessed strong public adoption, with nearly 14 million downloads recorded so far, according to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). The next-generation mobile application is fast emerging as a central tool for secure and convenient digital identity services, with over one million residents already updating…
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Anthropic India Revenue Doubles, Enterprises Drive AI Push
New Delhi: Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic has reported that its India revenue run rate has doubled since it formally expanded into the country in October 2025. The sharp growth highlights India’s rapidly maturing AI ecosystem, with enterprises playing a crucial role in driving last-mile adoption of advanced AI tools. Irina…
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Kutumb Launches Polo, Enters Gay Dating Market
Bengaluru: Tiger Global-backed social platform Kutumb has quietly stepped into India’s LGBTQ+ dating space with the launch of Polo, a dedicated gay dating application now available on the Google Play Store. The move marks a significant diversification for the Bengaluru-based company as it expands beyond its core community-first social networking…
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Amit Shah Launches CBDC-Based PDS in Gujarat
Gandhinagar, February 15, 2026: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Saturday launched a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Public Distribution System (PDS) in Gandhinagar, marking a major step in integrating Digital India with food security delivery. The initiative, inaugurated in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister…
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DoPPW Boosts Digital Outreach for Pensioners
The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has intensified its digital outreach efforts by leveraging YouTube and social media platforms to assist pensioners across India. The move aligns with the Government of India’s broader commitment to ensuring “Ease of Life” for pensioners by making pension-related information more accessible, transparent…
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India Launches AI Responsibility Pledge Drive
In a major push toward ethical and inclusive Artificial Intelligence adoption, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) will roll out a nationwide AI Responsibility Pledge campaign on February 16–17, 2026. The digital initiative aims to mobilise citizens across India to commit to responsible AI practices while attempting to…
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Panchayati Raj to Showcase AI at India AI Expo
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is set to showcase a suite of Artificial Intelligence-powered grassroots governance solutions at the India AI Impact Expo 2026, to be held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from February 16 to 20. At Hall 5, Booth 5F5 and 5F9, the Ministry will present digital…
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Budget 2026 Boosts India’s Cloud & AI Hub Vision
The Union Budget 2026–27 has unveiled a landmark tax holiday till 2047 for eligible foreign cloud service providers using India-based data centres for global operations. The move signals a decisive push to position India as a global hub for cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. the framework aims to…
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PM Modi Highlights India’s Growth at ET GBS 2026
New Delhi: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Friday shared key highlights from the ET Now Global Business Summit 2026, underlining India’s rise as a resilient and reform-driven economy in a decade marked by global disruptions. Addressing industry leaders and policymakers in the national capital, the Prime Minister expressed confidence…