TCS, IBM, Applied Materials, KLA In Race To Modernise India’s State Chip Unit

India’s government is accelerating efforts to modernize its state-owned Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali, with major global and domestic companies competing for a ₹4,000 crore modernization contract.Prominent firms such as TATA Consultancy Services (TCS), IBM, Applied Materials, KLA Corporation, HCL Tech, and Israel-based Tower Semiconductors are expected to submit bids by April 16, 2025

April 4, 2025
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EAM Jaishankar Meets Netherlands FM Caspar Veldkamp, Discusses New Possibilities In Semiconductors

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Netherlands Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp in New Delhi on March 31, 2025, to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investments, innovation, and water management.A key focus was exploring new opportunities in semiconductors, green hydrogen, education, and talent flows. Both leaders also addressed global

April 1, 2025
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Indian Firms Race To Forge China Ties Ahead of ₹25,000 Crore Electronics Component Incentive Scheme Rollout

Indian electronics manufacturing services (EMS) firms are accelerating efforts to establish partnerships with global supply chain players, particularly Chinese companies, as the Indian government finalizes a ₹25,000 crore incentive scheme for electronic components manufacturing.This initiative, aimed at boosting domestic production of key components such as display modules, camera sub-assemblies,

March 29, 2025
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ISRO Receives First Batch of Indigenous High-Speed Microprocessors For Space Missions

India has achieved a significant milestone in space electronics with the development and deployment of two fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessors, VIKRAM3201 and KALPANA3201, designed for launch vehicle applications. These advancements mark a major step towards self-reliance in critical space technologies.The VIKRAM3201 is India’s first fully home-grown, space-qualified 32-bit microprocessor. It

March 29, 2025
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India Must Act Urgently On Quantum Technology, Says Lt Gen Seth

Southern Army Commander Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth recently underscored the critical importance of quantum technology for India’s defence and strategic autonomy during a seminar in Pune titled "Quantum Technology Impact on Future Warfare and Way Ahead." He emphasised that mastering quantum technology is as transformative as nuclear weapons were in the 20th century, offering unparalleled advantages in

March 28, 2025
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DST Establishes Four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs), In Key Quantum Computing Technology Verticals

The following developments have been made under National Quantum Mission(NQM) since its launch:The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has established four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs), in key technology verticals namely Quantum Computing at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore; Quantum Communication at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras in association with Centre for Development of

March 28, 2025
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