Press Release Category: Archive

AI Is a Horizontal, Cross-Cutting Technology That Can Transform Lives and Accelerate India’s Progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047: Shri S Krishnan, Secretary, Meity

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… Read more »

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UIDAI initiates Technological and Strategic Review to shape the future of Digital ID

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.

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Indian Coast Guard Sets Sail on a Paperless, Trusted, and Technology-Driven Future with DigiLocker Partnership

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.

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Government of India approves first batch of 7 projects with investment of over ₹5500 crores under Electronics Manufacturing Component Scheme

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… Read more »

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India Must Harness AI as a Force for Social Good to Drive Inclusive and Transformative Growth: Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY

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… Read more »

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Government notifies amendments to Rule 3(1)(d) of the IT Rules, 2021 to enhance transparency, accountability and safeguards

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2025 to amend the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (“IT Rules, 2021”). These amendments strengthen the framework of due diligence obligations of intermediaries under the Information Technology… Read more »

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UIDAI Invites India’s Creative Minds to Design Aadhaar’s Mascot

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has rolled out a nationwide Mascot Design Contest on the MyGov platform, inviting residents to design an official mascot of UIDAI. The competition, open till 31st October 2025, aims to create a unique and memorable mascot that reflects Aadhaar’s core values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment, and digital innovation.… Read more »

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Call for Submission of Abstracts highlighting applications of AI in health systems to prepare Casebook

The IndiaAI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has announced a global call for abstracts highlighting impactful and scalable applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health systems. Shortlisted entries will be invited to contribute a chapter to the Casebook on AI Health… Read more »

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Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 in Dehradun

The Department of IT, Government of Uttarakhand, in collaboration with the India AI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India organised the Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 on October 17, 2025, at Hotel Ramada, Dehradun. This is an official pre-summit event of the India – AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to… Read more »

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