Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Tuesday proposed a Common Advertisement Code (CAC) for specified regulated entities, seeking to replace multiple advertising frameworks with a single, harmonised set of rules aimed at reducing compliance burdens while enhancing investor protection.The proposed code would apply to stock brokers, depository participants, investment advisers, research analysts, online bond platform providers, portfolio managers, and mutual …
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Dalian (China), June 23 (IANS) Despite rising geopolitical tensions and economic disruptions triggered by conflicts in the Middle East, India’s long-term economic prospects remain positive, driven by its growing innovation ecosystem and strong economic fundamentals, Carsten Fink, Chief Economist at the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) said on Tuesday.Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions — known as Summer Davos — Fink s…
Washington, June 23 (IANS) The Trump administration set a goal of delivering a scientifically relevant quantum computer by 2028, unveiling an ambitious strategy aimed at securing American leadership in one of the world’s most consequential emerging technologies.The initiative is part of two executive orders signed by President Donald Trump that seek to accelerate quantum innovation while strengthening cyber security protections against future quantum-enabled threats.Administration officials said…
Thiruvananthapuram, June 22 (IANS) A controversy over the alleged misuse of artificial intelligence to create a deepfake video targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached the Kerala police, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) demanding immediate legal action and a detailed investigation into those behind the circulation of the content. Kerala BJP State Social Media Convener Abhijith Radhakrishnan Nair submitted a complaint to the State Police Chief seeking registration of an FIR and act…
Patna, June 19 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said on Friday that the state government will develop a dedicated ‘Bihar Tech’ portal aimed at promoting startups, technology-driven enterprises, and industrial growth across the state. The announcement was made during an interactive session with representatives of the IT industry and the startup ecosystem.The event was attended by Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Bihar Urban Development Minister Nitish Mishra.Addressing ind…
Itanagar, June 18 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. Gen. K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Thursday highlighted the crucial role of the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) in strengthening the state’s administrative framework and underscored the importance of transparency, accountability and merit‑based selection in all recruitment processes. During a meeting with APPSC Chairman Prof. Pradip Lingfa at Raj Bhavan, the Governor advised the Commission to conduct examinations and recru…
Paris, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday invited global businesses, innovators and startups to partner with India, highlighting that his country offers one of the world’s largest talent pools, affordable data, low-cost green energy, and a supportive policy environment for innovation and growth.Addressing the 10th edition of VivaTech 2026, Europe’s largest technology event, in the French capital, PM Modi said India is emerging as a global hub for technology, innovation and e…
New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Industry body Nasscom and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights’ (OHCHR) B‑Tech Project urged that AI governance move from high‑level principles to practical, human‑rights‑based implementation, a statement said on Thursday.Nasscom and OHCHR B-Tech Project convened the ‘AI Governance Dialogue for Global Majority: India Consultation’ here. The closed-door, high-level consultation brought together senior leaders from industry, st…
Nice, June 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday departed for Bratislava from Nice, concluding the first leg of the visit. He is going to pay a State visit to Slovakia from June 14-16 at the invitation of the Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.”After a fruitful visit to Nice, France, which resulted in several bilateral outcomes with strong focus on innovation and future tech, PM Narendra Modi has departed for Bratislava,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on social media plat…
New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) The inauguration of Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron marks a “defining milestone in the India-France partnership”, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Sunday. President Macron’s emphasis on Bharat Innovates as a bridge between India’s and France’s thriving technological landscape reflects the growing ambition and depth of our collaboration in emerging technologies, enterprise and innovat…