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39 stories for “Data” · January 2026
Clear filtersChennai hosted UmagineTN 2026, the fourth edition of Tamil Nadu's global technology and innovation summit. Start-ups, investors, innovators and officials discussed artificial intelligence, blockchain, quantum technology,...
The Ministry of Transport proposed a unique Aadhaar-like identification system for electric-vehicle batteries. Under draft guidelines, each EV battery would get a 21-character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) from the...
In January 2026, the Government of India introduced new measures to strengthen irrigation infrastructure as part of its broader agricultural development strategy. The initiative focuses on improving water management syst...
A SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)-based reservoir management system for Chennai's reservoirs is ready for commissioning. The Rs 32-crore project, implemented by the Water Resources Department with World...
In January 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu announced the expansion of several welfare schemes aimed at improving the socio-economic conditions of marginalized communities. The expansion focused on increasing financial...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) introduced a new logo on the theme 'Data for Development'. It combines the Ashoka Chakra, the Rupee symbol and rising bars. MoSPI also introduced a mascot c...
In January 2026, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) continued to advance its space capabilities through key mission developments and technological progress. The organisation focused on deploying advanced Earth...
Venture Intelligence data shows that private equity and venture capital firms put about $3,513 million into Tamil Nadu-based companies in 2025, across 61 deals. That is 20% more by value than in 2024. Funding fell sharpl...
NTCA data shows that 166 tigers died in India in 2025, 40 more than the 126 deaths in 2024. It is the highest yearly toll since Project Tiger started in 1973. Madhya Pradesh had the most deaths (55), followed by Maharash...
In early January 2026, India’s economic outlook reflected cautious optimism ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27. Key indicators such as GDP growth, inflation trends, and fiscal deficit projections played a crucial role in...
Overview The Rajasthan government has cleared its dedicated AI-ML Policy 2026, positioning itself as a leader in emerging technologies. This policy provides a specific legal and incentive framework for artificial intelli...
OverviewFollowing the expiration of the final deadline on December 31, unlinked PAN cards have been rendered inoperative starting today. This move by the Income Tax department aims to curb tax evasion and ensure data int...
