INDIGENOUS CHIPS
Factories of future: Built on 25 years of reform & execution
India's industrial sector has seen significant growth under Modi's leadership, emphasising infrastructure development and reforms. The Vibrant Gujarat Summit initiated a strategic approach to enhance ease of doing business. Recent trade agreements have expanded access to global markets for Indian manufacturers.
Building businesses for the next billion Indians: What entrepreneurs need to understand
India is undergoing a remarkable transformation as more individuals choose entrepreneurship over conventional careers. The influx of technology and digital tools presents new avenues for small enterprises to flourish.
TakeMe2Space to launch India’s first networked orbital data centre on SpaceX Falcon9 in 2028
The company has signed a Launch Service Agreement for its Generation-2 satellites, which will carry NVIDIA GPUs, 1,500 watts of computing capacity and 100 TB of storage each. The satellites will be connected through optical links, allowing them to work together rather than operate as standalone computing platforms.
Govt’s frontier AI push; Insurance stock rout continues
The government is weighing an anchor investment for a frontier AI development fund. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Govt starts consultation to develop indigenous chips, modules for power grids
According to details shared by MeitY on its website, the initiative aims to build domestic capability across the power semiconductor value chain - device design, module engineering, fabrication, packaging, assembly, testing, qualification and system integration.
India needs to move beyond chip manufacturing, use Indian chips in products designed and made locally: Report
India’s next phase of semiconductor growth should focus beyond manufacturing capacity on building a domestic ecosystem where chips designed, produced and packaged in India are used in locally designed products, an EY-IESA report said. With semiconductor consumption projected at $200 billion by 2035, the report called for greater downstream value creation.
Chip majors make beeline for Semicon to build wider ecosystem with Indian talent
The government has announced the Semicon 2.0 scheme with an incentive of around Rs 1.27 lakh crore or USD 13.5 billion to build the semiconductor ecosystem. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said investment proposals worth USD 12 billion are likely to come under the new scheme for chip production.
Tata Electronics, L&T Semiconductor partner to manufacture chips in India
The alliance aims to build domestic design and manufacturing capabilities to cater to next-generation product requirements across automotive, industrial, communications, security, and intelligent-edge sectors, according to a joint statement.
Tata Electronics, L&T Semiconductor partner to manufacture chips in India
LTSCT and Tata Electronics have partnered strategically to elevate the domestic semiconductor chip industry. This alliance aims to integrate LTSCT's cutting-edge design techniques with Tata Electronics' extensive experience in packaging and manufacturing. By tapping into diverse sectors for chip production and packaging, this collaboration highlights a crucial advancement in strengthening India's position in the global semiconductor supply chain.
L&T’s chip arm unveils 40 products, debuts first silicon carbide chip for EVs and power systems at SEMICON India 2026
LTSCT unveiled 40 products at SEMICON India 2026, showcasing its new silicon carbide platform for the first time. The company also presented its first fully designed-in-India BLDC motor controller. These innovations span secure identity, surveillance, and power electronics applications. The new products aim to support India's growing semiconductor ecosystem and technological sovereignty.
India’s semiconductor journey ‘pretty strong’, Semicon 2.0 offers policy continuity: Tata Electronics CEO
India's semiconductor journey appears strong with government policy continuity and significant investments. Tata Electronics is building a fabrication plant in Dholera and an assembly facility in Assam. These projects involve a combined investment of fourteen billion dollars for global industries. The company is securing numerous suppliers and partners to build a domestic ecosystem. These initiatives aim to establish India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities at a grassroots level.
From phones to fabs: India is building its semiconductor muscle
India's semiconductor strategy is widening from fabs to a complete ecosystem. The nation is building capabilities across design, packaging, and manufacturing. Significant government investment supports this comprehensive semiconductor value chain development. This push aligns with a growing electronics manufacturing base and global supply chain shifts. The focus is on connecting all pieces to become a durable global participant.
India positioned to lead global semiconductor drive from the front: Intel
India is positioned to lead global semiconductor expansion, according to an Intel executive. The country's vast talent pool and academic innovation fuel this significant growth. India already contributes twenty percent of the global chip design workforce. Over 355 universities offer advanced semiconductor and VLSI design programs. Intel plans to collaborate further on India's semiconductor journey.
America brings space warfare into the open. Where does India stand?
The United States has publicly acknowledged possessing on-orbit space control weapons. This disclosure marks a significant shift in how space is viewed militarily. Russia and China are also developing offensive space capabilities, increasing global tensions. India has demonstrated kinetic anti-satellite capabilities and is expanding its military space infrastructure. Nations are now preparing for potential conflicts in Earth's orbit.
Defence sector cornerstone of 2047 vision of self-reliant, strategically secure India: Rajnath Singh
Addressing the future of warfare, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh underscored the necessity of achieving technological supremacy. He stated that by 2047, India aims for complete self-sufficiency in key defence technologies. The partnership between DRDO and the industry is fundamental to this vision. Key innovations, including drones and artificial intelligence, will be integral, while start-ups and MSMEs are recognized as significant contributors to defence manufacturing efforts.
DRDO develops GaN chip: Meet Dr Meena Mishra, scientist behind the technology that was denied by other countries and why it matters for Indian defence platforms
Dr Meena Mishra, director of DRDO’s Solid State Physics Laboratory, has led work on indigenous Gallium Nitride-based Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit technology for high-frequency defence systems. The technology can support radars, electronic warfare, communications and unmanned platforms. A 3.5 mm x 3 mm indigenous GaN chip can deliver up to 30 watts of power and operate at speeds the ministry says are 300 times faster than silicon.
DRDO develops indigenous GaN technology for next-gen radars, electronic warfare; Tiny 3.5×3 mm chip delivers up to 30W power: Defence Ministry report
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation has made remarkable progress with the successful demonstration of cutting-edge high-frequency defence technology. This advancement is key to strengthening national security by fortifying next-generation radar and electronic warfare systems. The use of Gallium Nitride chips, known for their exceptional power and speed compared to traditional silicon, highlights the country's journey towards semiconductor self-reliance in defence applications.
From Tech NAM to NAS: India’s case for tech sovereignty through strategic choices
It is crucial for countries to embrace a non-aligned sovereignty approach in artificial intelligence, enabling them to diversify their technological alliances and systems. Brazil's proactive AI investment strategy sets a strong example by collaborating with multiple global partners. India’s foreign policy reflects this multi-alignment ethos, crucial for its AI initiatives. To secure autonomy, nations need to oversee critical infrastructures while keeping alternative options available.
Amaravati to get India’s first quantum-AI university
The 8.5-acre campus will be funded through a grant from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Classes are expected to begin from September 2026 at a temporary facility at Acharya Nagarjuna University in Guntur, before shifting to the permanent Amaravati campus.
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