Press Release

The IndiaAI Mission, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, in collaboration with the International Energy Agency (IEA), has announced a global Call for Abstracts for the upcoming Casebook on the Real-World Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Energy. The collaboration seeks to leverage the IEA’s global expertise and analytical framework while supporting the vision of the IndiaAI Mission to foster responsible, inclusive, and impactful AI adoption in alignment with the Global South’s sustainable energy goals.

The Directorate of Information Technology (DIT), Government of Tripura, in collaboration with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has organized the National Cybersecurity Exercise titled “Cyber Bharat Setu: Bridging States, Securing Bharat.”

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has released a Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) to strengthen mechanisms for the removal and prevention of Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery (NCII) content on online platforms. This initiative, developed in compliance with the directions of the Madras High Court (Writ Petition – Civil No.25017/2025, Order dated 15.07.2025), aims to provide clear and victim-centric procedures for swift removal of such objectionable content and to ensure effective implementation of Rule 3(2)(b) of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

The National Conference on ‘DigiLocker-Enabling Paperless Access for All’, held this week, in New Delhi. The Conference brought senior government officials, leaders from the technology and financial sectors, educationists, and digital governance experts together. The conference underscored the transformative role of DigiLocker in facilitating paperless governance, inclusive education, and secure digital services, which is a critical milestone in the nation’s ongoing Digital Trust Revolution.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), under the IndiaAI Mission, today unveiled the India AI Governance Guidelines, a comprehensive framework to ensure safe, inclusive, and responsible AI adoption across sectors. The guidelines were formally unveiled by Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, in the presence of Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY; Shri Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, MeitY, CEO IndiaAI Mission, DG NIC; Ms. Kavita Bhatia, Scientist ‘G’ & GC, MeitY & COO IndiaAI Mission and Prof. B. Ravindran, IIT Madras. The event also saw the participation of Dr. Preeti Banzal, Adviser & Scientist ‘G’, and Dr. Parvinder Maini, Scientific Secretary, both from the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, convened a high-level Panel Discussion on Artificial Intelligence at the Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025). Chaired by Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, the session brought together leading voices from government, academia, and industry to explore how India can harness AI responsibly to drive innovation, inclusion, and global competitiveness.

MeitY and its attached organizations have successfully completed the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) 5.0, conducted from October 2 to October 31, 2025. The campaign focused on improving efficiency and transparency across various administrative processes. A comprehensive “Cyber Swachhata” drive was undertaken in alignment with the sustainability principles of the Digital India initiative. The initiative aimed to promote efficient digital resource management, reduce data clutter, and enhance overall cybersecurity and system performance.

Recognizing the rapidly changing technological and regulatory landscape, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has embarked on a comprehensive strategic and technological review to shape the next decade of Aadhaar’s evolution through a new ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’ framework.

In a significant step towards enhancing operational efficiency and embracing paperless governance, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has partnered with the NeGD, MeitY, to integrate DigiLocker into its administrative framework.

Union Electronics and IT Minister Sh. Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the approval of first trench of 7 projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). Now Multi-Layer  Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) , HDI PCBs, Camera Modules, Copper Clad Laminates, and Polypropylene Films will be Made in India. The move marks a major step in India’s journey from making finished products to manufacturing modules, components, materials & machineries used to manufacture them.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organised a Curtain Raiser event on October 23, 2025, to build momentum for its participation in the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025. Speaking at the Curtain Raiser, Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY said “If India is to become a developed nation, we must ride the wave of technology, and AI is perhaps the most crucial technology driving that transformation. To achieve this, we need inclusive mechanisms that ensure people can access and benefit from AI in meaningful ways. In that context, this event is especially significant, and its theme, ‘Artificial Intelligence for Social Impact,’ is aptly chosen. It reflects our focus on how AI can make a real difference in society and influence how we perceive and use technology. India’s intent is clear – we must view AI as a force for good and approach it in a positive, transformative way”.