INDIA INNOVATION HUB
“Innovation is in India’s DNA,” says PM Modi at Bharat Innovates event in France
Speaking at Bharat Innovates 2026 in France, PM Narendra Modi declared India is now a major global innovation center, actively contributing to worldwide solutions. He stressed that innovation is deeply embedded in India's culture. Modi also reassured attendees that the government is committed to continuous reforms to boost economic growth and attract investment.
PM Modi, Macron discuss expansion of India's UPI in France, sign 19 pacts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met and signed 19 agreements. Discussions covered AI, innovation, trade, and infrastructure. Key outcomes include an India-France Innovation Roadmap and expansion of UPI services. Both nations aim to strengthen cooperation in technology, space, and economic security. This meeting marks a significant step in the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership.
French President Macron hails 'Chandrayaan-3' lunar landing as proof of India's innovation prowess
French President Emmanuel Macron praised India's Chandrayaan-3 mission. He called it a prime example of India's innovation and technological strength. Macron noted India's large talent pool and demographic advantages. He stated France sees India as a key innovation partner. The Chandrayaan-3 mission demonstrated India's capabilities in space exploration and industrial implementation.
PM Modi, French President Macron hold delegation-level talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Nice, France. They jointly launched 'Bharat Innovates 2026', a three-day event. This showcased India's deep-tech startups and innovators. The leaders discussed Indo-French cooperation on global challenges. They highlighted initiatives in AI and clean energy. The event aims to transform India into a global innovation hub.
PM Modi interacts with investors, venture capitalists in Nice ahead of Bharat Innovates 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with top investors and innovation leaders in Nice, France. This event precedes the Bharat Innovates 2026 conclave, highlighting India's growing tech and startup strengths. The Prime Minister will also hold bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron. India's participation at the G7 Summit and VivaTech Summit will further showcase its global role.
India now has 2.3 lakh startups, generated 25 lakh jobs: Union minister Jitendra Singh
India's startup sector has created 25 lakh jobs in the last decade, becoming a major economic force. From just a few hundred startups in 2014, India now boasts 2.3 lakh startups, ranking third globally. These ventures are expanding beyond major cities, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the nation.
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Scaling growth and risk: Why managed services are now mission-critical for India Inc
The question should no longer be about whether to adopt managed services but about how to use and leverage them to transform functions.
India to participate in G7 summit for 13th time, PM Modi's 7th consecutive participation: MEA
During a special briefing on the Prime Minister's visit to France and the Slovak Republic, MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George stated that Prime Minister Modi will travel to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.
Karnataka CM Shivakumar points to migration pressure on Bengaluru, seeks Centre’s support
Bengaluru's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has requested additional infrastructure funding from the Centre. The city's status as India's technology hub attracts significant migration, straining its resources. Karnataka seeks Central support for a rapid rail network connecting Bengaluru with neighbouring cities. The state contributes over 40% of India's services exports and is a leader in technology and innovation.
AI to bring more jobs; Indian engineers must focus on collaboration: Microsoft's Rajiv Kumar
Indian engineers should embrace Artificial Intelligence, as it's expected to create more opportunities than disrupt jobs. A senior Microsoft India executive emphasized that continuous learning and adaptability are crucial, with a significant portion of the workforce needing upskilling by 2030. New roles are emerging, and employers are prioritizing skills-based hiring, highlighting AI's potential as a thought partner.
EY launches Bengaluru AI centre to help firms test and scale AI transformation
EY has launched a state-of-the-art 40,000-square-foot AI innovation hub in Bengaluru, designed to support clients in the exploration and deployment of artificial intelligence solutions. This initiative is a key component of EY's major $1.4 billion commitment to advancing AI technology. Businesses from around the globe and within India can delve into innovative business strategies and enhance their operational effectiveness.
Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old ethical hacker who exposed CBSE portal security flaws, gets a job at IIT Kanpur
Nineteen-year-old ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, who recently highlighted security flaws in CBSE's digital infrastructure, has been appointed as an OSINT and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub. Adhikary's allegations included publicly accessible scanned answer sheets and question papers due to cloud storage misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities in the OSM portal.
Inside Jamnagar: How Meta and Reliance are building India’s AI infrastructure backbone
Meta and Reliance Industries are expanding their partnership beyond connectivity to build an AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, marking a major step in India’s AI infrastructure journey. The collaboration underscores India’s growing role as a global AI hub while placing sustainability and renewable energy at the centre of the next wave of digital growth.
Expanding GCCs bring in more value vs new entrants
India's global capability centre ecosystem is witnessing a convergence of greenfield and brownfield activities around capability-led work. New centres are increasingly established with engineering and product development charters from inception, shrinking the time to maturity. This shift signifies a move from execution hubs to value creation engines.
Meta partners with Reliance to set up its first data centre in India
Meta Platforms is significantly boosting its India investments with a new 168 MW data center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, in partnership with Reliance Industries. This facility will support Meta's global AI infrastructure and is powered by renewable energy. Additionally, Meta has expanded its renewable energy collaboration with Clean Max to over 900 MW, developing new solar and wind projects across India.
Philip Morris India calls for stronger enforcement and collaboration to disrupt illicit tobacco ecosystem
As per the Tobacco Institute of India (TII), in India, illicit cigarettes represent nearly one-fourth of the domestic market, with estimated losses of Rs. 23,000 crores per annum.
PM Modi to attend G7 Summit, may meet Trump in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a significant two-nation tour to France and Slovakia. He will attend the G7 Summit in France and a technology conference in Paris. This visit aims to highlight India's role as a global hub for innovation and digital transformation. The trip is expected to foster new partnerships with Europe.
PM Modi to undertake visit to France, Slovakia; to attend G7 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a week-long European tour starting June 13. He will visit France and Slovakia to strengthen bilateral relations and address global issues. The Prime Minister will attend the G7 Summit in Evian, France. This visit aims to deepen India's partnerships and highlight its role as a global innovation hub.
Jio BlackRock prepares ETF debut by August after building $2 billion India fund base
Jio BlackRock is set to launch its first Indian ETFs by August, aiming to mirror BlackRock's global success in passive investing. The joint venture, already managing $1.9 billion in assets, plans to initially focus on equity strategies. This move seeks to tap into India's growing, albeit nascent, ETF market, with plans for GIFT City products also underway.
Centre hands approval letters to 3 foreign universities for India campuses
India is welcoming top universities from the UK and Australia to set up campuses. The University of Bristol and University of York will open in Mumbai. The University of New South Wales will establish its campus in Bengaluru. This move supports India's goal to become a global education hub.
Assam govt, EU delegation welcome successful launch of Blue Valley Cluster
Assam and the European Union have launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati. This initiative focuses on Flavours, Fragrance and AYUSH sectors. It aims to strengthen cooperation between Europe and India's Northeast. The project will foster research, innovation and industrial collaboration.
IIT Hyderabad launches AI hub with JICA to boost Indo–Japan AI collaboration
The AI Innovation Hub at IIT Hyderabad, with JICA and Japanese partners, strengthens Indo–Japan AI collaboration by focusing on practical solutions and global exposure for students, while advancing applied research and India’s role in the global AI ecosystem.
Geopolitical shifts to boost indigenous tech, five-fold jump in job creation in defence sector: Survey
India's defence sector is set for major growth. Indigenous technology adoption will surge, reaching USD 36.45 billion in three years. This will create five times more jobs in defence technology. Experts predict a significant expansion of the nation's defence-tech workforce. These developments are driven by global shifts and security needs.
TCS forms business unit to help MNCs set up GCCs
Tata Consultancy Services has launched a new business unit, Global Value & Innovation Centres, to assist enterprises in establishing and managing global capability centres (GCCs). This unit will focus on creating "AI-native GCCs" and transforming existing ones, offering services across the entire lifecycle from strategy to AI-led operations.
Team Europe to visit Assam on June 8-9 to launch India's first Blue Valley cluster
Guwahati, Assam, is preparing to welcome a distinguished European Union delegation on June 8-9, as part of a mission to strengthen ties between Europe and India's illuminating North-Eastern States. This visit will spotlight vital sectors like renewable energy, healthcare advancements, and the burgeoning agri-food processing industry.
'Our India policy starts with a clean slate and shared economic goals'
Nepal's Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal is visiting India to foster stronger ties. The new Nepali government prioritizes good governance and economic growth. Nepal looks to India for investment and collaboration in energy, tourism, and technology. Both nations aim to resolve boundary issues through calm, evidence-based discussions. Nepal seeks to build a double-digit growing economy with India's support.
Union minister Piyush Goyal launches skill, AI employment initiatives in Mumbai
In a significant push towards building a future-ready workforce for Viksit Bharat 2047, Uttar Mumbai MP and Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal today inaugurated a series of skill development, AI-enabled employment and industry-led training initiatives in Mumbai, underscoring the critical role of youth, technology and partnerships in shaping India's growth story.
UK-based database management firm DSP opens first overseas GCC in Bengaluru, partners GoodWorks Group
UK database firm DSP has launched its first overseas Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru. This marks DSP's entry into India. The new centre will enhance consulting, delivery, and technology services for global clients. Bengaluru's talent ecosystem was cited as a key factor for this expansion. Karnataka is a major hub for Global Capability Centres in India.
T-Mobile opens India tech centre, to hire nearly 1,000 by 2027
T-Mobile has launched its global capability center in Hyderabad, India. The tech center will focus on advanced software engineering, product development, and cybersecurity. T-Mobile plans to hire approximately 1,000 employees by 2027. Hyderabad was chosen for its strong technology talent and innovation ecosystem. This expansion highlights India's growing role in global tech operations.
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