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Centre plans first nationwide Household Income Survey in 2026; MoSPI sets up expert panel
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) plans to conduct India's first comprehensive nationwide household income distribution survey in 2026. A Technical Expert Group (TEG) has been formed to oversee this initiative. Despite over seven decades of survey experience, the National Sample Survey (NSS) has not yet conducted a comprehensive income survey. The TEG, chaired by Dr. Surjit S. Bhalla, will finalize the survey’s design, methodology, and study international practices.
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MoSPI gets real with artificial intelligence: Surveys to use chatbots
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The statistics ministry in India is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations to enhance data accuracy and timeliness for evidence-based policy making. AI-enabled chatbots will assist key surveys like the Capex survey and the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE). New surveys will better reflect current economic realities, including the National Household Travel Survey and Domestic Tourism Expenditure Survey. These efforts aim to improve policy decisions and the quality of life in India.
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DroneAcharya Inks Pact With Vimaan Aerospace To Offer Drone Training, Services
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DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations, a drone startup based in Pune, has partnered with Vimaan Aerospace to offer drones and drone-related services. The collaboration will focus on applications in agriculture, survey and surveillance, solar panel cleaning, windmill maintenance, and more. The partnership will begin with projects in Satara, Maharashtra, and expand nationwide. DroneAcharya recently secured a contract with the Indian Army for advanced drone training, and also received a contract from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for 5G-enabled drones. According to a report, the Indian drone sector is projected to reach a market size of over $13 billion by 2030.
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Maharashtra Sets Up Cyber Command Centre To Curb Cybercrimes
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- Maharashtra Cyber Project: India's first state-level cyber command centre - INR 837 Cr investment: Maharashtra Cyber Project funding - 150+ cybercrime experts: Dedicated team working 24/7 - Complaint registration and resolution: Timely assistance for cybercrime victims - Rising cyber attacks: Response to the increasing wave of cyber threats in Maharashtra and India.
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Temasek-backed Licious sets sights on $2 billion IPO in India
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Licious, supported by Temasek Holdings, plans a $2 billion IPO in India by 2026. The company is striving for profitability and has been speeding up deliveries to enhance competitiveness. Valued at $1.5 billion in 2023, Licious is expanding brick-and-mortar stores and targeting the unorganized meat market. It aims for 50 stores by March 2026. Licious seeks readiness for its IPO within 12 months, driven by India's growing demand for online meat and seafood consumption.
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Centre approves potato research centre in Agra with Rs 111.5 cr assistance
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The Union government has approved setting up a South Asia regional research centre of the International Potato Centre (CIP) in Agra, with a financial backing of Rs 111.5 crore. Led by Prime Minister Modi, the Union Cabinet aims to boost food security, farmer income, and employment via enhanced potato productivity and value addition. Located in Singna, the centre will focus on seed production, pest management, and farmer training, supported by the Uttar Pradesh government’s land allocation.
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MSC Bank sets up country's first cyber security operations centre
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The Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank (MSC Bank) has introduced India's first cyber-security operation centre, Sahakar Suraksha, to combat cyber threats affecting cooperative banks. Located in Navi Mumbai, the facility cost Rs 50 crore and serves 31 district cooperative banks in Maharashtra, providing 24/7 support free of charge. An AI-driven system identifies and alerts banks to cyber threats. The initiative aims to strengthen digital security in cooperative banking, offering cyber hygiene training to bank staff.
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OpenAI teams up with Cisco, Oracle to build UAE data center | TechCrunch
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OpenAI has announced the expansion of its Stargate data center project to Abu Dhabi, UAE, with the launch of a 1GW data center cluster, Stargate UAE. Slated to go live in 2026, this initiative involves collaboration with partners like G42, Oracle, Nvidia, Cisco, and SoftBank. This marks the first venture under OpenAI's "OpenAI for Countries" initiative, aiming to build sovereign AI capabilities in alignment with the U.S. OpenAI’s technology, including ChatGPT, will be accessible nationwide in the UAE.
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Incrementum X & Blusteak Media to organise Bangalore Growth Fest
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1y ago
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Incrementum X and Blusteak Media are teaming up to host the Bangalore Growth Fest, an event aimed at helping startups and businesses overcome obstacles and achieve growth. The fest will feature sessions led by renowned growth hacking expert Sean Ellis, author of "Hacking Growth" and contributor to the success of companies like Dropbox and Eventbrite. Other industry experts will also participate in panel discussions and workshops throughout the event, which will take place from February 22nd to February 27th at the Conrad Hotel in Bangalore.
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Indian Immunologicals targets dengue vaccine launch by Jan 2026
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Vaccine manufacturer Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) expects to commercially launch its dengue fever vaccine by early 2026, a top executive said, as the race to develop the country's first such vaccine heats up.
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Quantum computing centre to begin operations in Amaravati by early 2026: CM Naidu - The Economic Times
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced that a quantum computing centre will commence operations in Amaravati by January 1, 2026. Speaking at the Amaravati Quantum Valley Workshop, Naidu highlighted the significance of quantum computing, emphasizing the development of a robust ecosystem and identifying use cases. The initiative aims to transform Amaravati into South Asia's first quantum valley, advancing the state’s technological landscape with support from the Government of India and international experts.
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