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India AI Impact Summit emerged as the world’s largest AI summit, reflecting the scale and ambition of India’s AI vision: Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw
The second day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 concluded with an Awards Ceremony recognising outstanding artificial intelligence innovations across multiple national and global challenges, followed by a cultural programme celebrating India’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. The Awards Ceremony recognised winners across three flagship initiatives — AI by HER, AI for ALL, and YuvaAI, highlighting the Summit’s focus on inclusive innovation, large-scale societal impact, and youth-led participation in India’s AI ecosystem.
Shri Bhuvnesh Kumar assumes charge as Chief Executive Officer of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
Shri Bhuvnesh Kumar assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Wednesday. He is an officer of the 1995 batch IAS from the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
MoU Signed Between National e-Governance Division and Indian Ports Association aims to drive digital transformation in India’s maritime sector
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) and the Indian Ports Association (IPA) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi on December 24, 2024. The agreement was formalised by Shri Nand Kumarum, IAS, President and CEO of NeGD, and Shri Vikas Narwal, IAS, Managing Director of IPA, in the presence of Dr. Arvind Bhisikar, Executive Director (IT) of IPA, and Shri Rajnish Kumar, Chief Operating Officer of NeGD, along with their respective teams.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology hosts conference of IT secretaries of States and UTs to advance digital transformation, bridge the digital divide and strengthen cybersecurity
A Conference of State IT Secretaries, senior officials of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and States/UTs was held on December 17, 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The meeting was organised under the chairmanship of Secretary, MeitY, Shri S. Krishnan with the objective to further collaborate and support the digital endeavours of States/UTs to usher in the next generation digital transformation including improving quality of government services, bridging the digital divide, automation of backend processes, undertaking data protection and cyber security measures.
National e-Governance Division partners with IIM-Calcutta for Training Programme on ‘Digital Governance & Data Management’
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM-C), has commenced the second batch of the ‘Digital Governance & Data Management’ training programme from December 16 – 18, 2024.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and ThreeDis to establish Center of Excellence for advancing India’s airport systems and security
Three D integrated Solutions Ltd. (Three DiS) and Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research (SAMEER), a premiere R&D organisation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India entered into a strategic partnership to address the key challenges of the fast-growing Indian market.
MeitY Secretary Shri S. Krishnan inaugurates new Digital India Corporation office in Noida
Digital India Corporation (DIC) achieved a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new office at Express Corporate Park, Noida. The ceremony was graced by Shri S. Krishnan, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and IT, who officially inaugurated the office in the presence of Shri Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and IT; Shri Akash Tripathi, IAS, CEO of DIC & MyGov; and Shri K. K. Singh, IAS, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and IT.
Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Sh. Jitin Prasada inaugurates 4th Edition of IIGF
Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Sh. Jitin Prasada, inaugurated the 4th edition of the India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) at Bharat Mandapam. The event, a vibrant platform for dialogue and action, brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society to discuss the future of Internet governance.
Digital India has laid the foundation for a knowledge based economy and digitally empowered society
Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, addressed the media at a press conference on Digital Infrastructure and Connectivity in New Delhi today. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the world is now recognizing India’s digital revolution.
5-day Training Program on “Digital Transformation for Senior Leaders” at ISB Mohali
National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Indian School of Business (ISB), Mohali, inaugurated a five-day training program on “Digital Transformation for Senior Leaders”.
Capacity Building Programme ‘Applications of AIML’ in collaboration with IIM Vishakhapatnam
In alignment with the vision of Digital India, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) continues its mission to strengthen digital governance through the Capacity Building Scheme of the National e-Governance Division (NeGD). A 2-day training programme kickstarted on ‘Applications of AI/ML’, conducted by NeGD, MeitY, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Management, Visakhapatnam, from December 2 – 3, 2024.
National e-Governance Division organises Digital India State Consultation Workshop in Chennai, Tamil Nadu under Digital India Programme
A Digital India State Consultation Workshop was organised by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for the Government of Tamil Nadu in collaboration with the Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency (TNeGA) in Chennai on November 28, 2024.
NeGD Organizes Specialized Training Programme on Managing Contracts and Procurement (MCP) at Netaji Subhash Administrative Training Institute (NSATI), Kolkata, West Bengal
As part of its ongoing commitment to the Digital India Vision, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the third phase of its capacity-building initiative. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as Digital Public Infrastructure, Contract and Procurement Management, the Application of AI & ML, Managing Large Digital Transformation Projects, Digital Governance, and Data Management.