Policy & Regulation
DPDP, telecom law, data governance, and India tech policy.
Defence‑tech founders can secure MoD fast‑track contracts by aligning with India's new playbook
India’s MoD playbook transforms defence procurement into a high‑velocity arena, rewarding rapid prototypes and indigenisation. Start‑ups can leapfrog giants with fast‑track contracts for AI, UAVs, quantum comms.
KPMG launches AI‑driven playbook to slash Indian corporate tax costs
KPMG's new playbook turns tax compliance into a competitive edge, blending AI engines, real‑time data lakes, and regulatory foresight to slash costs and unlock growth across India’s corporate landscape.
GST Cut to 5% on Assistive Devices Sparks Growth for India’s Disability‑Tech Startups
India’s GST cut on assistive tech slashes tax from 18 % to 5 %, unlocking savings, faster cash flow, and a chance to lower prices for people with disabilities.
India’s Data Sovereignty Bill Forces Cloud Prices to Rise, Reshapes Tech Landscape
India’s new Data Sovereignty Bill forces cloud giants to relocate workloads, hike CAPEX, and reprice services—shifting the cost structure of every virtual server and AI job sold to Indian enterprises.
Why India's 6G Ambition Is a Game‑Changer for Data Sovereignty and What Startups and Policymakers Must Do Now
India's 6G vision goes beyond speed, aiming to embed data sovereignty at the edge, reduce foreign data flows, and shape global standards with domestic tech, giving local enterprises a strategic edge.
India’s New Data Sovereignty Laws: What Cloud Providers Need to Know for Compliance
India’s new data‑sovereignty law forces global cloud giants to localize data, rebuild contracts, and risk losing key sectors—banking, power, AI startups—if they fail to comply.
Winning the 6G Game Through Public‑Private Partnerships: A Startup Playbook for Navigating Government‑Led Pilot Projects
India’s 6G rollout hinges on public‑private partnerships, with startups racing to secure government‑backed pilots, spectrum access, and funding to shape the country’s ultra‑high‑frequency future for global leadership.
India's Electric Vehicle Sector Requires Comprehensive Policy Framework Development
India needs a comprehensive policy framework to govern its EV sector
India's Tech Sector Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amid Rapid Growth and Innovation
India's emerging tech sector faces regulatory challenges despite growth
Uttar Pradesh Aims to Capture 10% of India's Growing Global Capability Centres Market.
Uttar Pradesh targets 10% of new GCCs with a comprehensive strategy
San Francisco Mayor Seeks Stricter Rules for Robotaxi Operators Following Gridlock Fiasco
San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie seeks stricter regulations on robotaxi operators after a massive gridlock event caused by a Waymo vehicle, highlighting the need for robust regulations in India's growing self-driving car market.
NITI Aayog Charts Ambitious Roadmap to Make India a $2.6 Trillion BioEconomy Powerhouse by 2047
NITI Aayog charts a roadmap to make India a $2.6 trillion bioeconomy powerhouse by 2047, creating over 30 million high-value jobs and positioning the country among the world's top three biotechnology powers.
YouTube Appeals Landmark Social Media Addiction Verdict in Los Angeles Court
YouTube appeals landmark social media addiction verdict in Los Angeles court, joining Meta in bid to challenge jury's determination that the company designed its platform to hook young users without concern for their well-being.
Microsoft and iGoT Karmayogi Revolutionize India's Central Civil Service with AI Copilots
Microsoft and iGoT Karmayogi have partnered to deploy AI copilots across India's central civil service, reaching 4 million employees and enhancing productivity with 12 language support and data localization within India.
India DPDPA: A Practical Guide for Every Tech Startup
India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 is now in effect, with penalties up to Rs 250 crore for non-compliance. Tech startups must obtain explicit consent and practice data minimization to avoid hefty fines.