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India’s Department of Telecommunications introduced major PM-WANI reforms, including QR-based login for laptops, short-duration Wi-Fi plans, and standardised hotspot names. The measures aim to improve affordable public internet access, strengthen digital infrastructure, and enhance user convenience nationwide by July 2026

Recent scam involving fake bank apps in Hyderabad exposed a systemic failure in digital security design, where systems assume perfect human behaviour

Google has launched its AI Plus subscription in India, offering expanded access to Gemini 3 Pro, multimedia creation tools, NotebookLM, and 200GB of storage. The plan integrates Gemini into Gmail and Docs and includes family sharing and introductory pricing

UIDAI is set to notify a new rule requiring hotels, event organisers and other entities conducting Aadhaar-based offline verification to register for access to QR code and app-based authentication. The upcoming app aims to enhance privacy, reduce paper use and streamline verification.

India’s digital infrastructure has expanded dramatically, with over 6.34 lakh villages now having mobile connectivity and 6,30,676 villages covered by 4G. Broadband subscriptions have doubled, PM-WANI hotspots increased, and data tariffs reduced, boosting nationwide digital access

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Lok Sabha that fake news and AI-driven deepfakes pose a serious threat to democracy, stressing the need for stricter legal frameworks. He said new rules mandate content takedown within 36 hours and consultations are underway on draft amendments

Union IT Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarified that the Sanchar Saathi app is optional and can be deleted amid rising privacy concerns. The Centre’s pre-installation order has drawn criticism, even as the government says the move aims to curb cyber fraud

Reliance Industries and Meta have formed a Rs 855 crore joint venture, Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited, to market and distribute enterprise AI services in India. The partnership offers cloud and hybrid AI solutions for industries including IT, finance, sales, and marketing

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Google’s plan to set up its first AI hub in Visakhapatnam, calling it a powerful force in democratizing technology. The USD 15-billion investment, in partnership with Adani Group, aims to strengthen India’s digital economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon to discuss India’s advancements in AI, innovation, and semiconductor technology. The meeting focused on Qualcomm’s role in India’s AI and 6G missions, highlighting collaboration opportunities across digital sectors

L&T Semiconductor Technologies, C-DAC and IIT Gandhinagar have partnered to develop a fully indigenous secure chip for electronic passports. The alliance aims to boost India’s digital sovereignty, reduce reliance on foreign providers, and build a domestic secure semiconductor ecosystem

Delhi is set to launch its first paperless Assembly session from August 4 using the E-Vidhan system, while fully digitising Secretariat files. A 500 kW solar plant will also be inaugurated, marking a major step in administrative and environmental reform

The announcement comes as India celebrates 30 years of mobile connectivity and ongoing growth in digital transformation

Beyond connectivity lies the real challenge: building digital capacity, inclusion, and true empowerment

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins to discuss expanding the tech giant’s presence in India. They deliberated on AI, 6G, cybersecurity, and inclusive growth, building on Cisco’s Chennai facility and India’s emerging role as a digital leader

Removing disparities within the digital ecosystem is key to realising the grand dream of Viksit Bharat

The richest Asian said Reliance Industries was investing its own billions of dollars in rolling out 4G mobile networks, which some analysts thought might not work out financially as India was not ready for the most advanced digital technology

Tripura has been officially declared a fully literate State, becoming the third in India after Mizoram and Goa. At a ceremony in Agartala, officials highlighted the state's efforts and called it a crucial step towards the Centre’s 2030 literacy goals

From June 16, UPI payments will process faster, completing within 10–15 seconds. NPCI also set a 50-times daily limit for balance checks and tightened beneficiary name rules to boost security and user experience in India’s growing digital payment space

The implementation of HSRP Telangana plates has significantly leveraged vehicle security corresponding to private car owners in the region. These plates are coded with a laser to enhance safety. These also play a crucial role in curbing crimes related to vehicles by improving traceability.