MINISTRY OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
When Workers Quietly Lose Access to Informal Communication
Employees are facing exclusion from informal communication channels. This limits their access to vital information and decision-making processes. Such isolation affects their mental well-being, leading to stress and job dissatisfaction. Changes within organizational structures are impacting how information flows. Understanding these informal networks is crucial for organizational functioning and employee engagement.
Odisha gets 3D chip packaging unit
Odisha is emerging as a significant player in advanced sectors like electronics and semiconductors with the inauguration of India's first 3D glass substrate packaging facility. This Rs 1,943 crore project, set up by 3D Glass Solutions Inc., aims to bolster India's semiconductor value chain and support future technologies like AI and high-performance computing.
Foundation stone laid for India's first advanced 3D chip packaging unit in Odisha's Info Valley
Union Minister for Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the foundation stone of a semiconductor plant has been laid in Odisha on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya. He said the upcoming facility marks a significant step for high-tech manufacturing in the state, adding that he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Vaishnaw calls 3DGS semiconductor plant foundation in Odisha a 'historic day, says state emerging as IT hub
Odisha is set to become a major center for advanced technology and electronics manufacturing. The foundation for a semiconductor plant has been laid, marking a historic day for the state. This development will boost Odisha's semiconductor ecosystem. Global leaders like Intel and Lockheed Martin are investors. The state is diversifying its industrial base beyond metals and minerals.
Govt sets up committee for expert advisory support to India's AI governance architecture
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has formed a new expert committee. This Technology and Policy Expert Committee will guide the AI Governance and Economic Group. The committee brings together academics and industry leaders. Their role is to offer technical and policy advice. This ensures informed decisions on AI regulations and global engagements.
India turns the tables on China: The great supply chain flip begins
India's electronics sector is transforming. For years, the country assembled products using imported parts. Now, Indian companies are exporting electronic components, even to China. This marks a significant shift from just assembly to deeper manufacturing involvement. This change is driven by government policies and global manufacturers.
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Govt plans to rationalise filing framework under companies law
The Corporate Affairs Ministry is embarking on an initiative to streamline company law filings, merging various forms into a more user-friendly, data-centric system. This move is designed to lighten the compliance load for businesses, inviting stakeholder feedback until May 15. Moreover, the Ministry is also evaluating incorporation guidelines to make starting a company smoother and less cumbersome.
Andhra Government clears Rs 2,500 crore NSPSL cathode plant in Chittoor
Andhra Pradesh is set to boost its electronics and battery sector. The state government has approved a significant Rs 2,550 crore investment by NSPSL Speciality Chemicals. This will establish a cathode material manufacturing facility in Chittoor district. This project is crucial for localizing key battery components. It will support the growth of electric vehicles and consumer electronics.
Centre forms nodal body to coordinate, develop AI governance norms
The Centre on Thursday announced the formation of the AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) to lead the country's national AI governance strategy. Set to serve as a high-level inter-ministerial body, it will coordinate the development of AI policy across central ministries and institutions.
Govt notifies India’s first chip fab plant: Rs 91,000 cr Tata Semicon plant
India's first chip fabrication plant SEZ is notified in Dholera, Gujarat. Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited will invest Rs 91,000 crore. This project aims to boost domestic value chains and create jobs. Other semiconductor and electronics component SEZ proposals have also received approvals. These include plans by Micron Semiconductor Technology India Ltd, Kaynes Semicon Ltd, and CG Semi Ltd.
High-tech labs soon at Delhi ITIs for power electronics, EV, automotive sector training
Delhi's ITIs are getting a high-tech upgrade to train youth in power electronics, electric vehicles, and automotive sectors. New labs at Jahangirpuri, Jail Road, Arab Ki Sarai, and Mayur Vihar will feature advanced equipment, VR simulators, and EV-specific training, boosting skills for industry and self-employment opportunities.
Musk's staff reaches out to suppliers for Terafab project: Report
Elon Musk's staff have reached out to chip industry suppliers including Applied Materials, Tokyo Electron and Lam Research for his Terafab AI chip complex project with SpaceX and Tesla.
Electronics imports cross USD 100 billion in 2025-26: Commerce Ministry
India's electronics imports surged past 100 billion US dollars in 2025-26. This marks a significant increase from the previous fiscal year. Despite a manufacturing push, the country remains reliant on imported components. Electronics exports also saw growth, driven by smartphone shipments, but imports continue to outpace them.
NHAI directs issuer banks to validate FASTag-linked vehicle registration numbers
The directive comes after the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) received multiple complaints where the VRN captured by FASTag readers does not match with the actual registration number displayed on the vehicle number plate.
Gujarat HC issues notices to Meta, X, Google over PIL seeking curb on misuse of AI
The Gujarat High Court has called upon major tech players including Meta, Google, X, Reddit, and Scribd to address the growing concern of AI-generated deepfake media. The court demands a solid regulatory framework to prevent misuse, urging these platforms to register with the Sahyog portal for efficient removal of harmful content.
Govt notifies special economic zone for Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing at Dholera
The government on Wednesday said it has notified a special economic zone to be set up by Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing for electronic hardware and software, including IT/ITeS, at Dholera in Gujarat.
Tata invests ₹1,500 crore more to charge up iPhone biz
Tata Group has infused ₹1,500 crore into Tata Electronics to scale up its iPhone manufacturing business, alongside plans for further investments. The group has also increased capital in its Pegatron India unit. Analysts say the move reflects long-term capacity expansion, as Tata strengthens its role in Apple supply chains and pushes into semiconductors.
Layoffs hit tech, GCCs; Startups rewrite summer rules
Happy Wednesday! Tech and GCC talent are facing more layoffs as they move up the value chain and integrate into global operations. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
NHRC member defends notice to MeitY, says child safety concerns override pending DPDP enforcement
The NHRC in its March 24 notice to the ministry had raised alleged non-compliance of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act by digital platforms. Digital services industry grouping Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), in a letter to the NHRC, argued that its intervention was premature, since several provisions of the DPDP Act would come into force only next year.
Central government yet to notify selection panels for data protection board
Five months after establishing the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI), the government has yet to set up search-cum-selection committees to appoint its chairperson and four members. While the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules are in force, the quasi-judicial body remains unstaffed, even as its framework and portal are being prepared.
Weak grid infrastructure, land access, financial barriers for developers slowed PM-KUSUM's progress: Study
India's flagship PM-KUSUM solar program for farmers faces significant challenges. Weak grid infrastructure, funding issues for small developers, land acquisition problems, and low electricity prices hinder its progress. While the scheme aims to boost farmer income and reduce diesel use, only a fraction of its solar capacity target has been achieved.
cbse.gov.in Class 10th results 2026 Date and Time: When can you check scores on DigiLocker, UMANG app? Check the latest update
CBSE Class 10 Results 2026 Date and Time: Students should be prepared as the CBSE may announce Class 10 results anytime now. The buzz has grown after DigiLocker advised students to create an account. Students can check their Class 10 CBSE results for this year on the official website cbse.gov.in, UMANG app, DigiLocker and also through SMS and IVRS services. However, there are less chances that CBSE would announce Class 10 results today.
Chinese chipmaker YMTC plans new factories amid heightened US-Sino trade tensions, sources say
China has been keen to wean itself from foreign technologies such as semiconductors - a critical sector that the U.S. has sought to limit Chinese advancements in. This month, a cross-party group of U.S. politicians proposed imposing further restrictions nL6N40M0EZ on exports of chipmaking tools to China.
MeitY wants to include users, social firms in content-blocking hearings
The government is proposing changes to content blocking rules. Users and internet intermediaries may soon get a chance to present their case in hearings. This aims to give online users a clearer opportunity to argue when their content is blocked. The move follows recent stakeholder consultations and draft amendments to IT rules.
From campus to career: The push to make Indian graduates job-ready
India's higher education system faces an employability gap, with many graduates lacking job-ready skills. Vivekananda Global University (VGU) in Jaipur is transforming this by embedding innovation, research, and entrepreneurship into its academic structure. Through initiatives like Transdisciplinary Projects and startup incubation, VGU aims to produce job-ready innovators and entrepreneurs, demonstrating that impactful higher education can thrive beyond metropolitan centers.
YC partner on AI's funding gap, Indian startups; TCS CEO talks IT's resilience
Happy Monday! Y Combinator’s Ankit Gupta told ET in an exclusive chat that AI money is crowding at the top while early founders scramble for scraps. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
IT rules draft: Feedback deadline pushed to April 29
The move to potentially place content generated by online users under the same scrutiny and treatment as those in place for publishers has proven to be contentious. ET had reported that multiple digital rights organizations and civil society groups sought rescinding it in a stakeholder consultation held on Tuesday.
IT rule tweaks only clarificatory, don't expand govt power: MeitY Secretary
Social groups warn oversight of online user content may increase censorship, industry pushes back against mandatory compliance with 'advisories'.
MeitY meets intermediaries, civil society groups on draft IT rule changes; says govt open to suggestions
The IT Ministry is listening to concerns about new draft IT rules. Officials met with industry and civil society groups. The government is open to suggestions and may extend the feedback deadline. The proposed rules aim to bring user-generated content under stricter regulations. Stakeholders have requested more time and consolidation of guidelines.
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