India, France to Deepen Innovation and Investment Ties: Sitharaman

New Delhi, July 3: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the India–France strategic partnership will play an important role in driving the next phase of innovation-led growth, with both countries expanding cooperation in key areas such as technology, investment, and sustainable development. Pic Credit: https://x.com/FinMinIndia  She highlighted that the bilateral…

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Gujarat Boosts Chip Talent Ecosystem with New IIT Gandhinagar Facility

Gandhinagar, July 3: The Government of Gujarat has announced plans to set up a semiconductor research and training hub at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Gandhinagar, backed by an investment of ₹190 crore. The initiative aims to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem by promoting advanced research, skill development, and industry-ready training…

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Centre Flags E-Rickshaw Battery Safety, Orders Removal of BAT-BMS Apps

New Delhi, July 3: The government has directed app stores to remove BAT-BMS applications following concerns related to the security and safety of e-rickshaw battery management systems. Officials said the move is aimed at strengthening oversight of battery management software used in electric three-wheelers, particularly e-rickshaws, which rely heavily on digital…

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India Real Estate Draws Robust Institutional Demand Worth Dollar 4.5 Billion

New Delhi, July 3 (UDN): India’s real estate sector attracted institutional investments worth $4.5 billion during January–June 2026, marking a sharp 50 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. The significant rise in inflows reflects growing investor confidence in India’s property market, driven by strong demand across commercial,…

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HCLTech Secures Dollar 1.14 Billion AI Deal from European Fortune 50 Firm

Noida, July 3: HCLTech has announced a major multi-year agreement worth $1.14 billion with a Europe-based Fortune Global 50 enterprise, marking one of its significant artificial intelligence-led deals to date. The partnership will focus on deploying advanced AI solutions to enhance digital transformation, operational efficiency, and technology modernization across the client’s…

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