UPI Breaks Record in October with 16.58 Billion Transactions Worth ₹23.5 Trillion Introduction: UPI Sets a New Milestone In October 2024, India’s digital payment system, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), reached an all-time high with 16.58 billion transactions worth ₹23.5 trillion. This achievement marks a major milestone in India’s digital transformation and highlights the growing trust…
India Joins Top 50 in Network Readiness Index 2024 India has achieved a significant milestone by securing a spot in the top 50 of the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024. This index, developed by the Portulans Institute, assesses the ability of countries to leverage information and communication technologies (ICTs) to drive economic growth, development, and…
Cabinet Approves “One Nation One Subscription” Scheme The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the “One Nation One Subscription” scheme, a pivotal step aimed at streamlining digital access to various services across India. This scheme is designed to offer a unified subscription model for government-run digital platforms, making it…
EPFO to Activate UAN via Aadhaar OTP The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has recently announced a new facility to streamline the process of activating the Universal Account Number (UAN). This new system allows employees to activate their UAN using their Aadhaar number through an OTP (One-Time Password) sent to their registered mobile numbers. This…
Bima Sugam: A Step Towards a Digital Insurance Ecosystem The Indian government has introduced a new initiative, Bima Sugam, which aims to streamline the insurance sector and create a more efficient and transparent digital ecosystem. This platform is designed to bring together insurance companies, distributors, and customers under one unified system, simplifying the buying and…
Ministry of Coal Launches Mine Opening Permission Module on SWCS Portal The Ministry of Coal, under the Government of India, has introduced a new Mine Opening Permission Module on the SWCS (Single Window Clearance System) portal. This new development is aimed at improving the ease of doing business in the coal mining sector and ensuring…
Reliance and Nvidia Partner to Build AI Infrastructure in India Introduction to the Partnership Reliance Industries, one of India’s leading conglomerates, has partnered with Nvidia, a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and graphics technology, to build a state-of-the-art AI infrastructure in India. This partnership aims to drive advancements in AI capabilities across the country,…
Akash Tripathi Appointed to Key Digital Governance Leadership Roles IntroductionThe appointment of Akash Tripathi to significant roles in the realm of digital governance marks a strategic move in India’s evolving digital landscape. Known for his expertise and contributions in the field of e-governance, Tripathi’s leadership is expected to bolster India’s digital transformation efforts. This article…
“India’s First AI-Integrated Drone Surveillance System Launched by Indian Railways” IntroductionThe Indian Railways has recently unveiled India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-integrated drone surveillance system. This innovative system is designed to enhance the safety and monitoring capabilities of the railway network, allowing for efficient surveillance across vast and complex railway terrains. The launch of this system…
India’s Internet Economy Poised to Reach $1 Trillion by 2030, Experts Predict The digital landscape in India is on a trajectory of unprecedented growth, with experts forecasting that the country’s internet economy is set to soar to a staggering $1 trillion by the year 2030. This projection comes on the heels of a remarkable surge…
