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AI world vastly different from IT Act era, believe new law is needed: Union minister Vaishnaw

India's IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw believes a new law is needed for Artificial Intelligence. The current IT Act, enacted in 2000, predates AI's rapid growth. Discussions are underway with the industry to balance innovation and regulation. India is also tightening rules on AI-generated content and deepfakes to ensure citizen safety.

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Comparing India with Taiwan, South Korea on semiconductors not very accurate: Union minister Vaishnaw

India is rapidly advancing in semiconductor manufacturing and AI adoption. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted significant progress in the country's semiconductor mission, with commercial production already underway. The upcoming Semicon 2.0 program will prioritize chip design. India's electronics sector has seen substantial growth, creating numerous jobs and boosting exports. Global…

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World's most advanced chips, including Nvidia chips, being designed in India: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

India is now designing advanced semiconductor chips for global leaders like Nvidia and Intel. Over 300 universities are teaching chip design. India aims to become a major semiconductor design and manufacturing hub. The nation is focusing on the entire ecosystem, including manufacturing machines and chemicals. This strategic push is attracting…

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'Last year we exported Rs 35,000 crore components to China': Ashwini Vaishnaw

India's electronics manufacturing is on the rise. Last year, components worth 35,000 crore rupees were exported to China. Around 250 new component manufacturing factories are expected in the next two to three years. This expansion is creating 25 lakh quality jobs. India is moving up the value chain, designing and…

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Suvendu Adhikari pushes time-bound land handover as ₹1 lakh crore railway projects gather pace in West Bengal

West Bengal is set to see massive railway development. Projects worth approximately one lakh crore rupees are planned. CM Suvendu Adhikari has instructed district magistrates to create timelines for land acquisition. This move aims to expedite the implementation of these crucial railway projects across the state. The central government has…

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Semiconductor plant in Assam likely to start production this fiscal, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says

Production at the Jagiroad semiconductor plant in Assam is set to begin this financial year. Union Minister of I&B and Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, confirmed the timeline after meeting with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The facility, a Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd project, will produce…

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India's semiconductor push gets major boost with $3.3 bn Odisha deal with Intel & 3D Glass Solutions

Odisha, Intel and 3D Glass Solutions Inc. signed an agreement for a new advanced packaging glass core substrate manufacturing facility. This project, with an investment of $3.3 billion, will be located in the Bhubaneswar-Khurda region. The facility will produce advanced semiconductor components.

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Sarthak PDS: Cabinet clears Rs 25,000-crore overhaul of public distribution system

The Union Cabinet has approved the Rs 25,000-crore Sarthak Public Distribution System scheme. This initiative aims to modernize India's food security network. It will strengthen fair price shops and improve the distribution of food grains. The scheme focuses on efficiency, transparency, and citizen engagement. Key pillars include an AI-driven beneficiary…

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Railways clears Katra slope works, Kiul-Jhajha 3rd line project in Rs 1,200 crore safety push

The Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has said that these works reflect the Government's commitment to ensuring safe and reliable connectivity in the most challenging terrains of the country. Shri Vaishnaw said that following a detailed assessment of cuttings, bridges and tunnels, protection and rehabilitation works have been sanctioned. He…

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A Rs 2,193 crore rail push: Govt greenlights Katra safety, Howrah-Delhi capacity and Chennai suburban boost

Indian Railways has greenlit three significant infrastructure projects totaling Rs 2,193 crore. These projects will boost safety on the Jammu-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra route. Capacity will be expanded on the busy Howrah-Delhi corridor. The Chennai suburban network will also see decongestion. These upgrades promise improved train punctuality and operational…

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Bengaluru-Mumbai new express train: Check route, schedule, fare and key details

Railways have introduced a second direct train service between Bengaluru and Mumbai, a much-needed connectivity boost after nearly 30 years. This bi-weekly express train aims to ease travel for thousands commuting between Karnataka and Maharashtra. A Vande Bharat Sleeper service is also anticipated soon.

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CM Bhajanlal Sharma inaugurates Rajasthan's first semiconductor cluster at Bhiwadi

Rajasthan's Chief Minister inaugurated the state's first semiconductor cluster in Bhiwadi, highlighting 35 pro-investment policies. This move positions Rajasthan as a major industrial hub, with plans for a new industrial area and advancements in renewable energy.

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India’s first indigenous 200-kmph Ahmedabad-Dholera rail corridor worth Rs 20,667 crore gets Cabinet nod

A new semi-high-speed rail line will connect Ahmedabad and Dholera in Gujarat. The project, costing around Rs 20,667 crore, will be India's first with indigenous technology. It aims to reduce travel time significantly, boosting connectivity and regional development. The line will operate at 200 kmph.

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Cabinet approves Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification scheme to cut import dependence

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 37,500 crore scheme to promote surface coal and lignite gasification projects, aiming to gasify around 75 million tonnes of coal and attract investments of up to Rs 3 lakh crore, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said during a Cabinet briefing.

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Cabinet raises Minimum Support Prices for 14 kharif crops

The Union Cabinet has approved significant hikes in Minimum Support Prices for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season. Sunflower Seed sees the largest absolute increase. Cotton and other oilseeds also receive substantial boosts. MSPs for all notified Kharif crops are set at least 50% above production costs. Common…

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SC likely to hear petitions challenging sections of India’s first privacy law this month

The petitioners are the Reporters' Collective, the Editors Guild of India, the National Campaign for People's Right to Information, Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sanghatan, human rights and transparency activist Venkatesh Nayak and journalist Geeta Seshu. Among other aspects, they have questioned provisions which amend the Right to Information (RTI) Act and…

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'Nobody will fly': India's plane versus train battle gets a twist

India's Railway Minister said upcoming bullet trains will dominate short-haul routes like Mumbai-Pune and Bengaluru-Chennai, mirroring global trends. This strategic shift prioritises high-speed rail for premium intercity travel, potentially reshaping India's transport landscape and economic integration by compressing travel times and fostering regional growth.

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AI jobs growing almost by 15-20%: Ashwini Vaishnaw

As the demand for technology rises, India's IT industry is enjoying a remarkable boom in AI job openings, with projections showing a growth rate of 15-20%. This is accompanied by noteworthy investments in data centers, thanks to attractive tax benefits. The expansion of digital connectivity through innovative subsea cable constructions…

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Railway utilised 98 pc capex by Feb-end; trains to dominate flights in new corridors: Vaishnaw

Indian Railways achieved 98 percent budget utilization for FY26. New high-speed corridors will significantly cut travel times, making trains the preferred mode over flights. Mumbai to Pune will take 28 minutes, and Delhi to Varanasi just 3 hours and 50 minutes. The railway network has seen extensive electrification and new…

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Jio revamps mega IPO; DailyObjects lines up fresh capital

Reliance Industries is revamping Jio Platforms’ IPO plans amid investor disagreements over valuation. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

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Why PM Modi Wants Indians to Avoid Buying Gold for a Year

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to refrain from buying gold for a year in the national interest, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) extended its support to the appeal, warning that rising gold imports are putting severe pressure on India’s foreign exchange reserves and widening the…

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India's 3rd semiconductor plant to start in July, 4th facility to be up by Nov-Dec: Vaishnaw

India's semiconductor mission is gaining momentum. Two plants are operational, with two more set to begin production this July and later this year. The nation is also boosting data centers and AI manufacturing. This progress positions India to navigate global economic challenges and achieve sustained growth.

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Google seriously considering manufacturing AI servers in India: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Google is seriously considering manufacturing AI servers in India, according to IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who noted HP has already begun production. This move aligns with Google's broader strategy of diversifying its global supply chain and follows its significant $15 billion investment in an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

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Bullet trains will wipe out short-haul flights, Ashwini Vaishnaw warns airline investors

India's new high-speed rail network will significantly impact short-haul flights. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that routes like Mumbai-Pune and Hyderabad-Bengaluru will be dominated by trains. Travel times will drastically reduce, making air travel uncompetitive. Investors in aviation should consider this shift. The government plans substantial investment in these bullet…

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Nora Fatehi's 'Sarke Chunariya' banned, Vaishnaw: 'Free speech cannot be absolute'

The Union government has officially banned the song “Sarke Chunariya” following widespread outrage over its lyrics and visuals, marking a significant move in the ongoing debate around content regulation in India’s entertainment industry.

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