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Ikonz launches AI digital avatar of Sourav 'Dada' Ganguly on HXR device
Kolkata, April 11: AI-driven digital experiences provider Ikonz has announced the launch of AI digital avatar of cricket legend Sourav 'Dada' Ganguly on the Holographic Extended Reality (HXR) device, marking a new era in digital representation and intellectual property management.
EAM Jaishankar to deliver keynote address at inaugural session of ninth Global Technology Summit
New Delhi, April 11: The inaugural session of the ninth Global Technology Summit (GTS) would begin with an address by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar here on Friday. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will address the Summit later in the day.
President Murmu highlights tech, innovation, digitisation as areas of cooperation between India-Portugal
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu, who is on an official visit to Portugal, highlighted several avenues of collaboration between the two countries so as to firmly establish their dynamic and visionary partnership.
World Bank Group's Global Digital Summit to explore cutting-edge, innovative digital solutions
Washington DC, March 15: Partners, clients, and private-sector leaders will gather here for the 2nd edition of the World Bank Group's Global Digital Summit to explore, together, cutting-edge digital solutions, share insights, and foster valuable discussions about the transformative work shaping the future of digital development.
IOC's Aditya Aditya highlights cricket's potential Olympic impact, at RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit
Bengaluru, March 15: Aditya Aditya, Head of Media Business Strategy & Intelligence at the International Olympic Committee, highlighted the impact of including cricket in the Olympics and the potential of AI in revolutionising the viewer experience at the quadrennial extravaganza.
Indian women architects of country's trajectory towards developed nation status: Annapurna Devi
United Nations, March 13: Women in India are emerging as the architects of the country's trajectory toward becoming a developed nation, taking on leadership roles in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, according to Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi.
Global major Nielsen bullish on India, opens new offices to boost innovation
Bengaluru, March 10: India’s media market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing digital consumption, evolving audience preferences and advancements in data-driven insights, global audience-measurement company Nielsen said on Monday, as it inaugurated new offices in the domestic market to drive innovation.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launches AI Compute Portal, govt setting up 27 AI data labs
New Delhi, March 6: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, on Thursday launched the AI Compute Portal in New Delhi.
MWC 2025: Jyotiraditya Scindia shares India's guiding principles towards tech governance
New Delhi, March 5: Innovation, inclusivity, sustainability and trust forms the core of India's guiding principles towards tech governance, said Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia, at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain.
India rapidly evolving into global tech hub, MWC 2025 vital for accelerating innovation: JM Scindia
New Delhi, Mar 1: India is rapidly evolving into a global technology hub, and the country's participation at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 is vital for accelerating innovation, said Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday.
CBDT's Centralised Processing Cell--TDS wins Technology Sabha Excellence Award 2025 for innovation in customer experience
New Delhi, February 23: The Centralised Processing Cell--TDS (CPC-TDS), under the Directorate of Income Tax (Systems), has been awarded the Technology Sabha Excellence Award 2025 among government departments, agencies, and institutions for demonstrating innovative use of technology that delivers distinct benefits to stakeholders under the category of Customer Experience.
India ready to share its experience, expertise with world to ensure AI future for all: PM Modi
Paris, Feb 11: India is developing AI applications for the public good and has one of the world's largest AI talent pools, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Tuesday, adding that the country is ready to share its experience and expertise to ensure that the "AI future is for Good, and for All".
UN announces 15 innovation hubs to fuel digital transformation in Kenya
Nairobi, Feb 7: A consortium of United Nations agencies on Thursday, US time, announced the shortlisting of 15 innovation hubs to spur the growth of the digital economy in Kenya while promoting equity and inclusivity.
India has an incredible role to play: Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia
Abu Dhabi, February 6: Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland on Thursday emphasised India's significant role in developing and assisting other member states, particularly in terms of technological advancement and said that they look up to it with "hope" and "expectations."
Germany, Israel begin implementing digital innovation and cooperation pact
Tel Aviv, February 5: Germany and Israel officially began implementing a bilateral agreement on digitization and innovation on Wednesday as representatives from Israel's National Digital Network and Germany's Federal Ministry for Transport and Digital Infrastructure launched their first round of meetings.
Air travel made easy: Digi Yatra app crosses 10 million downloads
Bengaluru, February 4: Digi Yatra, India's pioneering air travel app, has achieved a significant milestone by crossing 10 million downloads. This remarkable feat underscores the app's growing popularity and its transformative impact on the air travel experience in India.
South Korea to start joint project with ASEAN for digital innovation
Seoul, Jan 16: The science ministry here said on Thursday it will begin a five-year joint project with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) worth $30 million this year to foster digital innovation in the ASEAN region.
World is looking up to India to set up data centres: Piyush Goyal
Chennai, January 14: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday stated that the world is looking up to India to set up data centres.
Third edition of '1 Billion Followers Summit' kicks off in Dubai
Dubai, January 11: The third edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2025, organised by the UAE Government Media Office, commenced this morning, Saturday, and will run until Monday, 13th January.
UAE's tech industry set to achieve record growth in 2025
Abu Dhabi, January 11: The UAE's technology industry is set to achieve record growth in 2025, driven by significant expansion in digital innovation and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. This growth further solidifies the UAE's stature as a global hub for innovation and an international beacon for tech companies.
Laos aims to foster progress in digital innovation
Vientiane, Jan 10: Laos' Ministry of Technology and Communications is continuing its efforts to advance digital innovation, aiming to build resilience and sustainable digital infrastructure for Laos.
PM Modi meets former Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka, says India committed to taking lead in AI
New Delhi, January 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India is committed to taking the lead in AI, with a focus on innovation and creating opportunities for the youth.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Fire fighting robots, ATVs -State fire departement uses tech to ensure fire safety at Mela
Prayagraj, January 3: Preparations for the Maha Kumbh, which is scheduled to be held in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, are in full swing and rehearsals for ritualistic festivities such as special Ganga Aarti is being undertaken at Triveni Sangan (confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati).