The long-delayed 4.5km MRTS extension between Velachery and St Thomas Mount in Chennai has passed its final safety inspection and is scheduled to begin operations on March 10, 2026, improving rail connectivity in south Chennai.
In Bengaluru's IT hub, the Vidhan Soudha continues to depend on outdated CD technology, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlighting older legislators' struggles with smartphones and reluctance to adopt new digital tools.
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy declares India a global digital talent capital, with Hyderabad leading as an innovation powerhouse. He highlights $2.5B software exports, UPI dominance, and calls for ethical AI and investment in R&D.
Nagpur's new 'Journey App' promises seamless door-to-door travel planning by integrating buses, Metro, and future feeder services in a single platform, aiming to solve last-mile connectivity issues.
Chennai Metro's new 'Metro at Doorstep' initiative deploys 220 feeder buses to connect 11 key stations, aiming to boost ridership by improving first-mile connectivity with services every 5 minutes.
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched a major initiative to update Aadhaar biometrics for 1.2 crore students in 1 lakh schools nationwide, with completion targeted by March 2026.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has officially announced the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress, scheduled for 2026, during his address at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Blanket digital prohibitions often miss the mark. Real solutions lie in fostering digital literacy and designing safer online platforms for all users, argues expert Jehosh Paul.
Chennai Metro's 14.6km Phase-2 stretch from Poonamallee Bypass to Vadapalani receives CRS approval, opening with 15-20 minute frequencies, 25kmph speed caps, and 11 of 17 stations initially operational.
India's digital education initiatives, accelerated by the Digital India campaign and the pandemic, are reshaping learning through online classrooms, digital libraries, and improved transparency.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia will lead the Indian delegation at the prestigious Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, showcasing India's digital advancements.
A new underground parking facility at K R Market in Bengaluru, featuring AI cameras and smart sensors, can hold 200 cars and 400 two-wheelers. Built with a Rs 6.5 crore private investment under the PPP model, it aims to ease traffic congestion.
India has extended its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to Israel, enabling seamless digital transactions and boosting fintech collaboration between the two nations.
Chennai Metro Rail Limited has successfully completed the tunneling between Lighthouse and Thirumayilai stations, overcoming complex geological challenges to boost connectivity to Marina Beach.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Micron Technology's Rs 22,500 crore ATMP facility in Sanand, Gujarat, boosting India's semiconductor manufacturing and tech self-reliance.
Data centers, crucial for digital infrastructure, face rising energy demands and environmental concerns. This article explains their power-backed dynamics, including cooling needs, grid reliance, and sustainability challenges.
The 301-km Khurda Road-Balangir railway project, conceived pre-independence, is set for full completion by early next year. It features eco-friendly engineering like wildlife underpasses and viaducts to protect Odisha's forests and elephants.
A UPSC report highlights how Digital India initiatives like SWAYAM and DIKSHA have transformed education through online learning, digital classrooms, and improved access.
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has partnered with Google to display authorized Aadhaar enrollment and update centers on Google Maps, enhancing accessibility for citizens.
India's telecom regulator TRAI has launched a consultation paper to review and enhance the Digital Connectivity Rating for properties, aiming to boost broadband infrastructure and transparency for consumers.
The cheap data revolution in India has democratized internet access, fueling economic growth, digital literacy, and social change across the nation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Micron Technology's semiconductor assembly and testing plant in Sanand, Gujarat, on February 28. The Rs 22,516 crore facility aims to boost India's semiconductor ecosystem and create thousands of jobs.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warns digital platforms to adopt fair revenue sharing for creators and ensure online safety, or face government regulation at DNPA Conclave 2026.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw calls on startups and innovators to collaborate through the Rail Tech Portal to address complex challenges in Indian Railways using technology.
Indian Railways has launched the Rail Tech Portal to foster innovation and completed the digitization of the Railway Claims Tribunal system, as announced by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
The Digital News Publishers Association Conclave 2026 in New Delhi brought together top media leaders to discuss content economics, trust, and innovation in India's evolving digital news landscape.
IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasizes the need for digital platform regulation, fair revenue sharing with creators, and AI content consent rules to protect user rights and foster innovation.
The 3rd Semiconnect Conference in Gandhinagar on March 1 will feature global CEOs and policymakers, focusing on semiconductor research, manufacturing, and Gujarat's role as India's gateway to Silicon.
Microsoft announces partnership with SpaceX's Starlink to provide internet connectivity to underserved regions in Kenya, marking its second collaboration with an Elon Musk-owned company following last year's xAI deal.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal inaugurated a state-of-the-art e-library in Benaulim, Goa, offering over 10,000 digital books to boost education and digital access for residents and students.