Browsing: India

India’s rapidly expanding AI and cloud sector could consume 37.5 billion liters of water annually, prompting government action and raising national water security concerns.

India is trialing a new Cell Broadcast emergency alert system, sending loud notifications nationwide. Developed by C-DOT, the SACHET platform aims to strengthen disaster response capabilities without network congestion. Users can manage test alerts.

India implements a nationwide ban on real-money online games from May 1, 2026, restructuring the gaming industry and pushing studios towards global markets.

India’s Ministry of Home Affairs digitizes OCI registration, mandating online submissions by April 2026. New rules simplify applications, standardize fees, and require a digital e-arrival card.

Amazon and Future Coupons Private Limited have settled their six-year legal battle, with Future Coupons agreeing to pay over ₹11 crore. The agreement resolves disputes stemming from Amazon’s 2019 investment and a breach allegation related to Reliance Retail, closing a significant chapter in India’s foreign investment and arbitration landscape.

Amazon Now reports 25% month-on-month growth in India, driven by Prime members and micro-fulfilment expansion, intensifying competition in the quick-commerce market.

WhatsApp removed over 9,400 India-based accounts tied to “digital arrest” fraud networks after a 12-week probe, adding AI-driven safeguards and working with Indian authorities to stem online extortion.

Flipkart, Axis Bank and PayU have launched device-bound biometric authentication for card payments on Flipkart, replacing SMS OTPs with fingerprint or Face ID.

LinkedIn’s 2026 Top Companies list for India reveals Infosys leading, with firms prioritizing AI talent and skills-first hiring amidst a diversifying job market. Discover top employers for career growth.

Google Wallet now integrates Aadhaar verifiable credentials for Indian users. Securely store & share digital IDs on Android 9+ for identity verification, ensuring data minimization.