India AI Summit to Shift AI Focus from Infrastructure to Impact
The upcoming India AI Impact Summit will mark a pivotal shift in global AI priorities, moving from infrastructure races to measurable outcomes like jobs, trust, and inclusion at scale.
The upcoming India AI Impact Summit will mark a pivotal shift in global AI priorities, moving from infrastructure races to measurable outcomes like jobs, trust, and inclusion at scale.
The Cell for Differently Abled Persons at IIT Kanpur marked its annual day with inspiring speeches, student performances, and awards, emphasizing empowerment and inclusive education.
New UGC regulations require higher education institutions to form equity committees with diverse members to address discrimination complaints, removing a 'false complaints' section from the draft.
Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran calls financial inclusion initiatives a crucial first step in realizing the economic dreams of millions of Indians.
India's Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran emphasizes that sustainable financial inclusion requires economic growth to create jobs and boost incomes, not just access to credit.
Government plans to extend UPI services to more countries, focusing on East Asia. Financial inclusion efforts intensify with expanded Stand Up India loans and near-complete banking coverage.
Bloomberg Index Services postpones inclusion of Indian government bonds in its Global Aggregate Index, citing operational hurdles and market feedback.
India's financial inclusion drive has transformed the lives of millions, according to the DFS Secretary, highlighting the impact of government schemes on economic empowerment.
Mattel introduces its first Barbie doll representing autism, designed with sensory-friendly features. The launch ignites discussions on fashion, inclusion, and neurodiversity in toys.
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Muthoot Finance MD outlines a 4-point wishlist for NBFCs: Priority Sector Status for gold loans, gold-linked UPI credit lines, rationalised exposure limits & fair NCD rules to boost financial inclusion.
Mukesh Ambani announces Reliance's massive Rs 7 lakh crore investment in Gujarat, focusing on AI, clean energy, and digital inclusion. Jio to launch a 'people-first' AI platform for India.
Madhya Pradesh's voter list revision sees over 3 lakh citizen applications, while political parties file just 1,317. A stark gap between political rhetoric and action revealed. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals most Indian companies employ less than 1% persons with disabilities. Despite laws and pledges, systemic barriers persist, costing the nation talent. The time for structural change is now.
NPST partners with Infinity Infoway to integrate secure digital payments into identity cards, boosting financial inclusion in India. Discover how this fintech innovation works.
Former CJI Bhushan Gavai endorses Bar Council's 30% reservation for women, citing rising female participation in judiciary. He also lauded Nagpur Bar's historic legacy.
The 19th Kalaangan festival in Bengaluru, from March 6-9, 2025, spotlights artists with disabilities. Explore how it redefines inclusion through diverse performances and discussions.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urges banks and regulated entities to jointly develop analytics tools to proactively prevent digital fraud. He highlights the RBI's new AI model, MuleHunter.AI, and stresses that enforcement actions aim to correct, not punish.
Bengaluru retains its crown as India's top city for women in 2025, reveals Avtar's report. Discover the top 5 cities and key regional trends shaping women's inclusion. Read more!
Bengaluru retains its crown as India's best city for women, reveals Avtar's 2025 report. Discover the top 5 cities and key factors driving women's inclusion, safety, and career growth. Read the full analysis now!
India's smartphone financing sector contracts as RBI debates remote-locking rules. Outstanding loans fall to ₹22,279 crore. Will new policy balance lender risk with digital inclusion?
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan releases 'Khutbat-e-Modi', a book compiling PM Modi's Red Fort addresses from 2014-2025 in Urdu. A step for linguistic inclusion & connecting with masses.
India Post's massive network of 1.6 lakh branches is being leveraged to sell mutual funds. Can this ambitious plan bridge the financial inclusion gap? Read more.
Govt mulls women-centric financial measures for Budget 2026, focusing on credit cards, loans & insurance via Jan Dhan accounts to boost inclusion. Read details.
The Centre is set to announce a large one-time credit guarantee scheme for NBFC-MFIs in Budget 2026-27 to ease liquidity, boost lending to low-income households, and reverse the sector's declining loan portfolio. Read more.
The newly constituted Payments Regulatory Board held its inaugural meeting, reviewing the draft 'Payments Vision 2028' document. The board discussed key themes for India's digital payments future. Read more.
Indian advertising largely ignores caste, despite it structuring the labour economy. As gig platforms grow, this representational gap becomes a business risk. Here's how marketers can navigate this sensitively.
In Vadodara, a unique café run by autistic teenagers is transforming lives. Led by educator Lata Iyer, the initiative teaches culinary skills, fostering independence and hope for families. Discover their inspiring journey.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
India's 63 million MSMEs, 20% women-owned, face barriers but hold key to GDP growth & 170M jobs. This Women Entrepreneurship Day, systemic digital action is needed to unlock their potential.
RBI data reveals a sharp decline of 2.3 lakh Banking Correspondent outlets, severely impacting last-mile banking services in rural India. Explore the causes and consequences for financial inclusion.