Ashwini Vaishnaw
Indian Railways Deploys 12,000 Special Trains to Handle Chhath Festival Rush and Festive Season Travel
Oct 22, 2025 02:55 am CST
Indian Railways is operating over 12,000 special trains nationwide to manage the festive season rush, with plans to add 8,000 more for Chhath festival. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw personally inspected arrangements at major stations as the network accommodates over one crore passengers through enhanced facilities and dedicated holding areas, demonstrating the commitment of 12 lakh railway employees working round-the-clock to ensure comfortable travel experiences.
Record-Breaking Electronics Sales in India: 85-Inch TVs Sell Out as Festive Season Drives Manufacturing Boom
Oct 21, 2025 06:45 pm CST
India's festive season has driven unprecedented electronics sales exceeding Rs 10,000 crore nationwide, with 85-inch TVs sold out and mobile phones leading purchases. Government data shows electronics production will grow from Rs 1.9 lakh crore to Rs 11.3 lakh crore by 2024-25, with exports projected to increase 127-fold, demonstrating India's emergence as a global electronics manufacturing hub employing 2.5 million people.
India's Digital Success: UPI and Aadhaar Models Adopted by Dozens of Countries Worldwide, Says Minister Vaishnaw
Oct 21, 2025 04:56 pm CST
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals at NDTV World Summit that India's open-source digital infrastructure systems, including UPI and Aadhaar, have been adopted by numerous countries globally, highlighting India's contribution to worldwide technological advancement while maintaining principles of sovereignty and privacy protection.
Sarvam AI: India's Multilingual Voice AI Set to Launch by Early 2026
Oct 18, 2025 06:22 pm CST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI will launch by January 2026, bringing voice-based AI capabilities in 10 Indian languages. This indigenous AI solution aims to bridge India's digital divide through UIDAI collaboration, enhanced security features, and real-time voice interactions, positioning India at the forefront of inclusive AI technology development.
India to Implement Comprehensive Deepfake Regulations Using Innovative Techno-Legal Approach
Oct 18, 2025 06:09 pm CST
India's IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced at the NDTV World Summit 2025 that the country will soon introduce regulations to combat deepfakes using a dual approach combining technical solutions and legal frameworks. The innovative regulatory strategy aims to balance AI innovation with social protection, featuring advanced detection technology developed by IIT Jodhpur that can identify deepfakes with over 90% accuracy.
India's Digital Revolution: Minister Vaishnaw Showcases Homegrown 2nm Chips at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 18, 2025 03:49 pm CST
At the NDTV World Summit 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled India's digital transformation strategy, highlighting the country's achievements in semiconductor design, emphasizing data sovereignty, and demonstrating a homegrown 2nm chip that positions India among global leaders in advanced technology manufacturing. The Minister declared "data is the new oil" while showcasing India's growing capabilities in high-precision chip fabrication that rivals international standards.
India's 6G Vision: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Reveals Next-Generation Network Plans at NDTV World Summit
Oct 18, 2025 03:43 pm CST
At the NDTV World Summit in New Delhi, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined India's pioneering approach to 6G technology development. Describing 6G as a revolutionary "software-defined network with persistent availability," Vaishnaw highlighted India's progress with approximately 60 patents already secured and growing rapidly. The Bharat 6G Alliance aims to develop indigenous solutions and intellectual property as India positions itself at the forefront of next-generation telecommunications technology.
India's Remarkable Railway Transformation: 35,000 km New Tracks and Modern Train Fleet Under PM Modi's Vision
Oct 15, 2025 02:42 pm CST
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights India's extraordinary railway modernization achievements over the past 11 years, including 35,000 km of new tracks, 46,000 km of electrification, and 40,000 new coaches. The transformation includes expanding Vande Bharat services, progress on India's first bullet train project, and reflects the government's commitment to creating a modern, sustainable transportation system under PM Modi's leadership.
India's Mappls Navigation App: How Indigenous Technology is Revolutionizing Digital Navigation and Boosting Swadeshi Tech Ecosystem
Oct 12, 2025 10:09 am CST
Explore how Mappls, the fully indigenous navigation app developed by MapmyIndia, is transforming India's digital landscape with advanced features like 3D junction views and real-time alerts. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's endorsement and upcoming partnership with Indian Railways showcase the growing capabilities of homegrown technology under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, positioning India as a self-reliant digital innovation hub.
Ashwini Vaishnaw at NDTV World Summit 2025: Leading India's Digital Transformation Journey
Oct 09, 2025 10:05 pm CST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will showcase India's technological advancements at the NDTV World Summit 2025, highlighting his impressive career journey from IAS officer to Cabinet Minister overseeing Railways, Electronics & IT, and Information & Broadcasting. Under his leadership, India has witnessed remarkable progress in railway modernization, digital connectivity, and technological innovation, establishing the country as a global IT powerhouse.