Semicon 2.0 gives policy continuity, India already credible player in semiconductors: IESA chiefIndia's Semicon 2.0 programme offers policy continuity for the semiconductor sector. This new policy covers the entire semiconductor value ...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
PM Modi pushes to cut imports to shield India from shocksIndia is likely preparing a major import substitution drive as geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks push the government to reduce d...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
India key EU partner for semiconductors due to skilled talent pool: European Commission VPThe European Union considers India a vital partner for semiconductor supply chain resilience. India's skilled talent pool makes it importan...
16 Jul, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
India can import capital, but not sovereignty; controlling silicon critical for future: ESSCI CEOIndia's shift towards semiconductor manufacturing represents a crucial strategy for asserting national autonomy. By fostering local chip pr...
15 Jul, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Semicon 2.0 adopts complete semiconductor ecosystem approach for first time: HCL cofounder Ajai ChowdhryIndia's Union Cabinet approved Semicon 2.0 and the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme. These initiatives adopt a complete ecosystem approach...
15 Jul, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
Semicon 2.0, PLI could create up to 20 lakh direct and indirect jobs: ICEAThe Union Cabinet's approval of the Semicon 2.0 programme and the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) could generate up to 5 lakh dire...
15 Jul, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
Cabinet highlights: India clears Rs 2.19 lakh crore mega push across chips, corridors and mobile manufacturingThe Cabinet approved Semicon 2.0 with a Rs 1,27,500 crore outlay for chip manufacturing. A Rs 62,500 crore scheme will boost mobile phone m...
15 Jul, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Cabinet approves India Semiconductor Mission 2.0; earmarks Rs 1.27 lakh crore for the projectThe Union Cabinet approved India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with significant funding. A Rs 62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme wa...
15 Jul, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
US-China tech rivalry explained: Why the AI and chip war mattersThe US and China are engaged in a significant technology competition. Artificial intelligence and semiconductor chips are central to this o...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Polymatech plans listing, $500-600 million push for semiconductor expansionThe company is in talks with merchant bankers and intends to proceed with its public offering plans “as early as possible”, Nandam said, ad...
13 Jul, 2026, 06.11 AM IST
India to augment AI compute capacity: Ashwini VaishnawVaishnaw said rapid advances in AI are reshaping the global technology landscape and require continuous learning and innovation. He urged t...
11 Jul, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges IT industry to capitalise on global semiconductor talent shortageIndia's IT sector can address the global semiconductor talent shortage of one million people. Prime Minister Modi's focus has led to twelve...
11 Jul, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Tata's Assam semiconductor plant to receive Rs 14,044 crore in government incentivesThe Tata Group's new Assam semiconductor facility will receive significant government incentives. The Centre will provide Rs 10,255 crore, ...
09 Jul, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Apple's $30 billion Broadcom deal may help bolster Trump tiesIn a post on X, Apple CEO Tim Cook called it a step towards an "end-to-end silicon supply chain" in the US, and the company thanked "the pr...
08 Jul, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
India's semiconductor push faces execution challenges, over 90% chip equipment still imported: ReportWhile India is building domestic capabilities in chip fabrication, packaging and testing, execution remains its biggest challenge due to he...
07 Jul, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
India's Semicon 2.0: Government expands incentives for semiconductor ecosystem beyond fabricationIndia is finalizing Semicon 2.0, expanding incentives beyond chip fabrication. This new phase will support the entire semiconductor value c...
07 Jul, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
PM Modi inaugurates CG Semi chip plant in Sanand, GujaratPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's third semiconductor manufacturing plant in Sanand, Gujarat, a significant stride in buildi...
06 Jul, 2026, 06.12 PM IST