digital economy
Meta India Appoints Aman Jain as New Public Policy Head to Drive Strategic Engagements
Dec 12, 2025 03:32 pm CST
Meta India has appointed Aman Jain as its new Head of Public Policy, bringing over 20 years of experience from Amazon, Google, and the Indian government. Joining in early 2025, Jain will lead policy strategy as India's digital economy expands in AI and emerging technologies, helping Meta build a more inclusive and trusted internet ecosystem while strengthening relationships with regulators and industry stakeholders.
India's Semiconductor Security Challenge: How Imported Chips Threaten Digital Infrastructure
Dec 10, 2025 05:15 pm CST
India's rapid digital transformation faces a critical security vulnerability: its dependence on imported semiconductor chips. As tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon invest billions in Indian data centers, IIT Kharagpur leads pioneering work in hardware forensics to protect national infrastructure. Professor Debdeep Mukhopadhyay's team demonstrates how chip integrity underpins national security, while industry leaders like Gautam Adani recognize that cybersecurity begins at the hardware level. With nearly $46.5 billion in tech investments announced this year, ensuring hardware security has become essential for India's digital sovereignty.
Telangana Secures Massive Rs 5.75 Lakh Crore Investment Portfolio at Rising Global Summit 2025
Dec 10, 2025 10:40 am CST
Telangana has emerged as a premier investment destination after securing Rs 5.75 lakh crore in commitments during the Rising Global Summit 2025. The two-day event at Bharat Future City attracted landmark investments in data centers, AI infrastructure, manufacturing, and R&D sectors, positioning the state as a global technology hub while emphasizing inclusive economic growth through local enterprise development initiatives.
Microsoft Invests $17.5 Billion in India's AI Ecosystem: Ashwini Vaishnaw and Satya Nadella Discuss Technology Partnership
Dec 10, 2025 10:19 am CST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to discuss AI implementation for public welfare and data sovereignty as Microsoft announces a historic $17.5 billion investment in India's AI infrastructure. The partnership aims to expand data centers, integrate AI tools into government platforms benefiting 310 million informal workers, and train 20 million Indians in AI skills by 2030.
India's New Toll Payment Rules: Double Fee for Cash, 1.25x for UPI Starting November 15
Oct 15, 2025 07:18 pm CST
Starting November 15, India implements new toll payment regulations requiring vehicles without FASTag to pay double fees for cash payments and 1.25 times the rate for UPI transactions. This amendment aims to promote digital payments, improve traffic flow, and enhance toll collection efficiency across national highways. The NHAI's FASTag system, which uses RFID technology for automatic toll deduction, has expanded significantly since becoming mandatory in 2021, with its annual pass option already reaching 25 lakh users.