Swadeshi technology
Zoho's Arattai: India's Homegrown Messaging App Rises as a "Swadeshi Moment" in Technology
Oct 14, 2025 03:09 pm CST
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu discusses the rise of Arattai, India's homegrown messaging app that recently topped the App Store's Social Networking category. Vembu emphasizes the importance of technological self-reliance for India, outlines Arattai's commitment to data privacy, and explains how the app differs from competitors like WhatsApp by prioritizing security without monetizing through advertisements or third-party data access.
Amit Shah Migrates from Gmail to Zoho Mail: Leading India's Digital Self-Reliance Movement
Oct 08, 2025 08:30 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has officially switched from Gmail to indigenous Zoho Mail, following IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's lead. This transition reflects the government's commitment to 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' as more officials abandon foreign platforms for Chennai-based Sridhar Vembu's homegrown software solutions, signaling India's push toward digital sovereignty.