Google Appoints Preeti Lobana as India Head In a significant move, Google has appointed Preeti Lobana as the new Head of India Operations. This decision marks an important step in Google’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its presence in India, which is one of the world’s largest digital markets. Lobana, who has a remarkable career trajectory,…
India Wins ISSA Good Practice Award for Asia and Pacific 2024 Introduction to the ISSA Good Practice AwardIndia has achieved a significant milestone by winning the ISSA Good Practice Award for Asia and the Pacific 2024. Organized by the International Social Security Association (ISSA), this prestigious accolade recognizes innovative solutions and practices in social security…
Cabinet Approves PAN 2.0: A Digital Transformation of Taxpayer Services The Union Cabinet of India has recently approved the implementation of PAN 2.0, a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing the efficiency and transparency of taxpayer services. This step, which is a part of India’s ongoing digital transformation, seeks to modernize the Permanent Account Number (PAN)…
India Among Top 10 Countries for AI Readiness India Enters the Global AI Readiness Top 10 India has achieved a significant milestone by ranking among the top 10 countries in the world for Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness. This recognition reflects the nation’s increasing adoption of AI technologies and its efforts to build a robust AI…
Prasar Bharati Launches OTT Platform “WAVES” Introduction to WAVES: A New Era for Public Broadcasting On November 20, 2024, Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcasting corporation, launched its Over-the-Top (OTT) platform named WAVES. This platform aims to revolutionize how India experiences public broadcasting content by offering a seamless, on-demand service. WAVES is expected to provide access…
SATRC 25th Edition Begins, Inaugurated by Minister Scindia The 25th edition of the South Asia Telecommunications Regulators’ Council (SATRC) conference has officially commenced, with the inaugural ceremony being led by India’s Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya Scindia. This annual event is significant as it brings together telecommunications regulators and industry stakeholders from across South…
Punjab & Sind Bank Launches e-Bank Guarantee Facility with NESL Introduction to e-Bank Guarantee Facility In a major development, Punjab & Sind Bank has launched an electronic bank guarantee (e-BG) facility in collaboration with the National E-Governance Services Ltd (NESL). This initiative aims to digitize the traditional bank guarantee process and enhance the ease of…
Mobile App for Hassle-Free Birth and Death Registration Launched The Government of India has recently launched a mobile application aimed at simplifying the processes of birth and death registration. This innovative app, developed under the Ministry of Home Affairs, aims to streamline the registration process, making it more accessible to citizens. With the new app,…
FSIU Recommends Ashok Chandra as Next MD and CEO of PNB In a significant move for the banking sector, the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) has recommended Ashok Chandra as the next Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Punjab National Bank (PNB). This recommendation comes at a crucial time when PNB aims…
India Emerges as the World’s Second-Largest 5G Smartphone Market Introduction In a significant technological milestone, India has recently ascended to the position of the world’s second-largest market for 5G smartphones. This development underscores the country’s rapid adoption of next-generation mobile technology and highlights the robust growth trajectory of its digital ecosystem. Growth of the 5G…
