UPI to remain free for consumers, says Payments Council of IndiaThe Payments Council of India clarified UPI transactions will remain free for consumers. Small merchants, including kirana stores, will als...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
Karnataka seeks deeper US partnerships in innovation, skilling as Shivakumar unveils Quantum City planSpeaking at the inauguration of the QUANTUM exhibition at Science Gallery Bengaluru in the presence of US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Shivakumar...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
India to launch digital gold regulatory framework next yearThe Indian government is likely to roll out regulations for digital gold in the coming year, backed by discussions involving critical minis...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Govt backs 20 indigenous AI foundation models; 237 projects get subsidised compute supportThe government has identified 20 indigenous foundation model proposals for support under the IndiaAI Mission and approved 237 projects for ...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Mastercard says UPI complements digital payments ecosystem, not a competitorMastercard sees India's UPI as a complementary platform for digital payments. This homegrown system has significantly expanded the country'...
06 Aug, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Karnataka, Anthropic discuss AI partnership for governance, skilling, & deeptechKarnataka is discussing a long-term partnership with Anthropic for AI adoption. This collaboration aims to boost AI across governance, educ...
06 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
UPI no challenge to Mastercard, has expanded digital payments: ExecMastercard India head Gautam Aggarwal sees UPI as a complementary system. UPI has educated consumers and expanded the digital payments mark...
06 Aug, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
What the ET AI Conclave and Awards 2025 indicate about meaningful brand partnershipsThe ET AI Awards 2025 brought together India's AI ecosystem while demonstrating how editorial credibility, influential audiences and strate...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
AI must become a force multiplier, not a saviour: Priyank Kharge at Bengaluru eventKarnataka's IT/BT minister highlighted the importance of using artificial intelligence responsibly to combat real-world issues. The state's...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
Karnataka to focus on nanotech, AI, semiconductors for growth: Chief minister DK ShivakumarThe chief minister said nanotechnology has become a foundational technology with applications across healthcare, electronics, energy, agric...
05 Aug, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Karnataka plans new procurement framework to ease startup tech adoptionThe initiative, to be rolled out under Government First, is awaiting Cabinet approval. It will establish an expert committee comprising mem...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Gen Z could unlock India’s Rs 315 lakh crore gold opportunity: ReportIndia's gold market is poised for transformation driven by digitally savvy Gen Z consumers. This generation views gold as a flexible financ...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Why the best AI products never wait until the last minute for recognitionInnovation alone isn't enough. Recognition helps AI products earn trust, attract opportunities and stand out in a competitive market.
04 Aug, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
ET Business Growth Summit-Ahmedabad highlights tech and innovation as next growth driversThe ET Business Growth Summit in Ahmedabad recorded strong industry participation, underscoring the resilience of businesses in the region.
04 Aug, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
BRICS statistical offices meet begins in Lucknow; focuses on quality data, innovationBRICS national statistical office heads met in Lucknow to strengthen systems. They focused on improving data quality and enhancing internat...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Handloom Hackathon 2.0 concludes at IIT Delhi, showcasing technology-led innovations for India's handloom sectorThe second edition of Handloom Hackathon 2. "Weaving Innovations" concluded successfully at the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Tr...
02 Aug, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Samsung selects 100 teams in India for innovation, education challengeSamsung has chosen one hundred teams for its innovation competition. Top four teams will receive incubation grants totaling two crore rupee...
31 Jul, 2026, 08.17 PM IST