Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh said exhibitions highlighting India’s scientific achievements can inspire young people to explore careers in science and technology. He made the remarks during a visit to an exhibition showcasing India’s advances in space technology, nuclear energy and strategic mineral exploration. The exhibition was organised at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. It presented key developments in India’s scientific and technological capabilities across multiple sectors. Inspiring students through science exhibitions Dr Jitendra Singh said showcasing India’s achievements in space and nuclear science can ignite students’ curiosity and help them…
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Indonesia is holding discussions with major technology companies over a new rule that will restrict social media access for children under 16. The government plans to deactivate accounts considered high risk for minors beginning later this month. Officials from several companies confirmed on Monday that they are engaging with Indonesian authorities to better understand the regulation and its implementation. New regulation targets youth accounts Indonesia’s Communications and Digital Ministry distributed a new ministerial regulation outlining the policy. Under the rule, platforms must deactivate social media accounts belonging to users younger than 16 if they are classified as high risk. The…
India is steadily strengthening its semiconductor talent pipeline through the Chips to Startups (C2S) initiative under the India Semiconductor Mission. The programme focuses on training skilled engineers and building a strong domestic semiconductor ecosystem through academic and industry collaboration. Over the past four years, the initiative has made notable progress toward its ten year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design. The government continues to prioritise talent development through training, upskilling, and workforce programmes that support the country’s ambitions in advanced electronics and chip manufacturing. Expanding Semiconductor Education Nationwide Students across India are actively gaining practical experience in semiconductor…
India’s digital transformation marks one of the largest expansions of connectivity and technology enabled public services in the world. The Digital India programme, launched in 2015, drives this shift. It focuses on building digital infrastructure as a core public utility. It also aims to bridge the digital divide, deliver services on demand, and empower citizens through digital access. A decade ago, the digital divide in India appeared clear and severe. High speed internet mostly served urban centres. Rural regions had limited connectivity. Access to digital services often depended on income, location, and digital literacy. However, sustained public investment gradually expanded…
Social media platform X has begun examining a wave of racist and offensive responses linked to the xAI chatbot Grok. The issue surfaced after reports highlighted troubling posts generated on the platform. As a result, the company and its safety teams have started an internal review. Reports indicate that Grok produced several offensive responses after users submitted prompts. These responses allegedly included hate filled and racist language. Consequently, scrutiny quickly grew online and prompted questions about the chatbot’s safeguards. Sky News reported the development on Sunday. The outlet shared a video explaining the situation through its official account on X.…
Urban sanitation systems are evolving with the adoption of advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. Therefore, Thiruvananthapuram has introduced a new technological solution to address hazardous canal cleaning. The city has deployed an AI powered robotic system to handle waste removal in difficult and unsafe environments. Under the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0, the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation has deployed the G Spider automated canal cleaning robot. The system now operates at the Amayizhanchan Canal near the railway station premises at Thampanoor. This step aims to eliminate the need for workers to manually enter dangerous canals. Officials introduced the technology to improve worker…
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure Sets Global Benchmark for Population-Scale Systems India has emerged as a leading architect of population scale digital infrastructure, transforming how governance, services and economic systems function in the digital era. The country’s Digital Public Infrastructure, often referred to as DPI, links identity, payments and data exchange through open and interoperable platforms. As a result, these systems now support governance, financial inclusion and economic activity across a population exceeding 1.4 billion people. Unlike closed digital ecosystems, India’s approach treats infrastructure as a public good. The model emphasises openness, accessibility and integration. Consequently, it enables governments, businesses and…
Karnataka has announced a ban on social media use for children under the age of 16. The southern Indian state, which is home to the technology hub of Bengaluru, became the first state in the country to introduce such a restriction. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah revealed the decision on Friday during his budget speech. The move comes as governments increasingly debate how rising smartphone and internet usage affects young people. Authorities in Karnataka say the policy aims to protect children from the harmful impacts of excessive mobile and social media use. Karnataka introduces social media ban for minors Chief Minister Siddaramaiah…
Scientists working on extraterrestrial agriculture have taken a new step toward future moon missions. They successfully grew chickpeas in soil made mostly from simulated lunar material. The result suggests astronauts may one day grow their own food on the moon. Researchers produced harvestable chickpeas in soil mixtures dominated by simulated “moon dirt”. The material replicates lunar samples collected during NASA’s Apollo missions more than fifty years ago. As a result, the experiment offers insight into how crops might grow beyond Earth. Growing Chickpeas in Simulated Lunar Soil Researchers raised chickpeas from the Myles variety inside a climate controlled growth chamber…
India is rapidly positioning itself as a global hub for artificial intelligence. The sector has expanded quickly across startups, enterprises, and academic institutions. In 2024, about 89 percent of new startups were AI powered. Moreover, nearly 87 percent of enterprises actively used AI technologies. The momentum continues to build. The Indian AI market is expected to grow between 25 and 35 percent annually through 2027. Consequently, the country will require a much larger skilled workforce. India had roughly 600,000 to 650,000 AI professionals in 2024. However, projections suggest that more than 1.25 million AI professionals will be required by 2027.…