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  India's semiconductor dream gets boost as top firm to invest Rs 10,000 crore, says Vaishnaw

  Business | February 12, 2025 8:03 IST

  India is aspiring to become a significant global contributor to semiconductor supply chains. As part of this, the government has spearheaded the Indian Semiconductor Mission (ISM) which has approved five projects with a total outlay of Rs 76,000 crore.

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  Mamata hails Bengal govt's efforts after US statement on semiconductor unit in Kolkata

  September 23, 2024 20:15 IST

  West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee described the "long and arduous exercises" behind the significant news regarding major American investment in the state’s semiconductor sector.

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  'India has become launching pad for technology': Modi says made-in-India chips to be seen in America

  World | September 23, 2024 1:24 IST

  PM Modi said the day is not far when made-in-India semiconductor chips would be seen in India. He also said India was a major contributor to global growth and underlined the government’s commitment to pursuing reforms to meet the aspirations of the people.

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  From procurement of drones to semiconductor plant in Kolkata, key moments of Biden-PM Modi meet

  World | September 22, 2024 15:29 IST

  In the talks, PM Modi and Biden welcomed the teaming of Liquid Robotics and Sagar Defence Engineering for the co-development and co-production of unmanned surface vehicle systems that will strengthen undersea and maritime domain awareness.

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  Noida gears up in UP: Traffic advisory issued ahead of SEMICON India 2024 inauguration by PM Modi

  Uttar Pradesh | September 11, 2024 7:53 IST

  In preparation for the SEMICON India 2024 conference, which PM Modi will inaugurate on September 11, Noida Traffic Police issued an advisory for traffic diversions. The three-day event in Greater Noida will feature over 250 exhibitors and 150 speakers from global semiconductor firms.

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  Tata Electronics holds groundbreaking ceremony of its semiconductor chip assembly in Assam

  Technology | August 03, 2024 15:50 IST

  Tata Electronics chip assembly and testing unit in Jagiroad, Morigaon district, Assam, is expected to generate over 27,000 employment opportunities and attract a world-class industrial ecosystem.

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  India will emerge as one of biggest chip hubs: Ashwini Vaishnav

  Technology | April 24, 2024 16:01 IST

  The minister said that India has significant potential in semiconductor design. He informed that the first chip from Micron's Sanand plant will be delivered in December and the chips from the Assam plant will be used in EVs.

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  CG Semi to commence production in the next 2.5 to 3 years: Details here

  Technology | March 13, 2024 23:22 IST

  Industrial conglomerate Murugappa Group's semiconductor company CG Semi Pvt Ltd will commence production within 2.5 to 3 years at its factory in Gujarat, according to a senior executive of its parent company.

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  PM to lay foundation stone of 3 semiconductor projects worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore on Wednesday

  Technology | March 12, 2024 22:28 IST

  This initiative will help position India as a key player in the global semiconductor sector. PM Modi will address the youth and engage with college students and industry professionals.

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  IT Minister Vaishnaw unveils vision for India's semiconductor ecosystem: Watch the masterclass

  India | March 01, 2024 10:47 IST

  India's IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils a comprehensive plan to establish a self-sufficient semiconductor ecosystem, aligning with PM Modi's Make in India initiative. The strategy includes nurturing talent, empowering universities with cutting-edge tools, and promoting research and development.

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  Govt clears semiconductor plants in Gujarat, Assam, CM Himanta says 'game changer for North East'

  India | February 29, 2024 21:53 IST

  Within a very short time, the India Semiconductor Mission has achieved four big successes. With these units, the semiconductor ecosystem will get established in India.

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  Two multi-billion dollar semiconductor plants to come up in India: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

  Business | February 19, 2024 7:35 IST

  The minister of electronics and IT said that one of the projects has an $8 billion proposal from Israel-based Tower Semiconductors, with the other coming from Tata Group.

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  Chinese chipmaker, supported by US investments and technology, escapes impact of Biden's crackdown

  Technology | December 13, 2023 18:38 IST

  The company named Brite Semiconductor is offering chip design services to at least 6 Chinese military suppliers - a Reuters examination of company statements, regulatory filings, tenders and academic articles by People's Liberation Army (PLA) researchers and institutions found.

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  Krypton Solutions likely to invest over Rs 830 crores in Karnataka, to set up PCB fabrication units

  Karnataka | October 04, 2023 0:34 IST

  Two US-based technology companies including Krypton Solutions and Texas Instruments are planning to expand investments in Karnataka after Large & Medium Industries Minister MB Patil-led delegation met officials in the United States.

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  US Commerce Secretary Raimondo expresses 'legitimate concerns' with Chinese investment in America

  World | September 04, 2023 11:51 IST

  Raimondo further said that the US will not compromise on its most sophisticated and powerful semiconductor chips to China that can be used for its military.

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  Modi govt's red carpet for semiconductor industries, offers 50% financial aide to technology firms

  Business | July 28, 2023 23:13 IST

  Addressing the Semicon India 2023 conference in Gandhinagar, PM Modi said that his government has rolled out the red carpet for semiconductor industries.

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  India's semiconductor mission progressing at very fast pace, says Union Minister

  Business | July 20, 2023 22:31 IST

  India's semiconductor mission is progressing at a very fast pace. Step-by-step we are achieving new milestones, said Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

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  Legal hurdle for Foxconn cleared, company to start production by next April: K'taka Minister

  Business | July 14, 2023 23:15 IST

  In the last three years, 3 major and medium industries have come up in the Doddaballapura taluk.

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  Gujarat govt, US firm Micron sign MoU for semiconductor plant in Sanand days after PM's US visit

  Business | June 28, 2023 20:06 IST

  The MoU was signed in the presence of Electronics & Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, a government release said.

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  PM Modi US visit: Micron to set up $2.75 bn semiconductor plant in Gujarat; 5,000 new jobs to open

  Business | June 22, 2023 17:40 IST

  As PM Modi's US visit is underway, Micron Technology in a statement said that it will invest USD 825 million in the semiconductor test, assembly plant while the rest of finance will come from the government.