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India is resolved to lead the world in 6G, communications minister <keyword id="19999763" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Jyotiraditya-Scindia" source="keywords">Jyotiraditya Scindia</keyword> said on Tuesday, terming the <keyword id="20434665" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="telecom-sector" source="keywords">telecom sector</keyword> of the country as 'aggressive' and 'ambitious'. Scindia, speaking at the inauguration of <keyword id="21058244" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="India-Mobile-Congress" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="India Mobile Congress" meta.hostid="153" meta.entityid="India Mobile Congress">India Mobile Congress</keyword> and World Telecommunication Standardization (WTSA) 2024, said with the <keyword id="22506536" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bharat-6G-Alliance" source="keywords">Bharat 6G Alliance</keyword>, India hopes to contribute at least 10 per cent patents to 6G standardisation. "It is our belief and our commitment -- India followed the world in 4G, we marched with the world in 5G, but we shall lead the world in 6G," the minister asserted. With the fastest <keyword id="20366727" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="5G-rollout" source="keywords">5G rollout</keyword> in India wherein 98 per cent of districts and 90 per cent of all villages were covered in a span of just 21 months, Scindia said it is the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's effort of not just embracing, but bracing the country to become the first-mover in 6G technology. "It is noteworthy that the Indian Mobile Congress and the International 6G Symposium demonstrates both local and global advancements in 6G, and also design principles that will shape the future of telecom," he further said. The recent changes to the <keyword id="22077688" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Telecommunications-Act-2023" source="keywords">Telecommunications Act 2023</keyword> have been designed in such a way so as to modernise India's telecom framework, drawing light upon hitherto unaddressed areas such as the high potential sector of <keyword id="21282723" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="satellite-communications" source="keywords">satellite communications</keyword>, addressing the challenges of the digital era, the most important being <keyword id="20080676" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="cyber-security" source="keywords">cyber security</keyword>, Scindia said. "The telecom sector, much like other growth-critical sectors in India, is aggressive, is ambitious, and its outlook in our journey from Amrit Kaal to Shatabdi Kaal is to lead the world," he said. India Mobile Congress (IMC) is an annual event organized by the Department of <keyword id="20204336" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="telecommunications" source="keywords">Telecommunications</keyword> (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI). IMC 2024 will see participation from over 400 exhibitors, nearly 900 startups, and participation from 120+ countries. About 3,200 delegates from over 160 countries are part of the WTSA assembly. "We are confident that this (WTSA), along with the Indian Mobile Congress in its 8th edition... will serve as a breeding ground for innovation, but also showcase India's impending but inevitable emergence as a global hub for telecommunications across the world," Scindia said.

India set to lead global 6G revolution: Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 8th edition of the International Telecommunication Union - World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (<keyword id="23549707" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ITU-WTSA" source="keywords">ITU-WTSA</keyword>) at <keyword id="19950568" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bharat-Mandapam" source="keywords">Bharat Mandapam</keyword> here in the national capital today. This is the first time the ITU-WTSA will be hosted in India and the Asia-Pacific. Prime Minister will also inaugurate the 8th edition of the <keyword id="21058244" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="India-Mobile-Congress" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="India Mobile Congress" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="India Mobile Congress">India Mobile Congress</keyword> (IMC), with the theme, "The future is now." Prime Minister Modi took to X to announce both events, saying, "At 10 AM tomorrow, 15th October, the International Telecommunication Union - World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly and the India Mobile Congress 2024 will be inaugurated. These forums are important ones, bringing together leading stakeholders from across the sector." Aa per a statement by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the event will be facilitating interactions with various industry leaders, policy-makers and tech experts from over one ninety countries. It is a pivotal global event that will bring together more than 3,000 industry leaders, policy-makers and tech experts from over 190 countries, representing telecom, digital, and ICT sectors. The ITU-WTSA event will also facilitate discussion on the standards set for new age technologies such as 6G, AI, IoT, Big Data, cybersecurity, etc. "Hosting this event in India will provide the country an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the global telecom agenda and to set the course for future technologies. Indian startups and research institutions are set to gain critical insights into developing Intellectual Property Rights and Standard Essential Patents," the PMO said. India Mobile Congress 2024 will be showcasing the telecom ecosystem, with leading telecom companies highlighting advancements in Quantum technology and Circular Economy along with spotlight on 6G, 5G use-case showcase, cloud &amp; edge computing, IoT, semiconductors, cybersecurity, green tech, satcom and electronics manufacturing. India Mobile Congress is Asia's largest <keyword id="21099140" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="digital-technology" source="keywords">digital technology</keyword> forum, and has become a well-known platform across the globe for showcasing innovative solutions, services and state-of-the-art use cases for industry, government, academics, start-ups and other key stakeholders in the technology and telecom ecosystem. The IMC will feature over 400 exhibitors, 900 startups, with participation from over 120 countries. The event also aims to showcase more than 900 technology use case scenarios, host more than 100 sessions and discussion with over 600 global and Indian speakers.

PM Modi to inaugurate 8th ITU's telecom standard meet, India Mobile Congress in Delhi today

Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday stated that <keyword id="19916120" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="5G" source="keywords">5G</keyword> technology is expected to inject around $450 billion into the <keyword id="19948184" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-economy" source="keywords">Indian economy</keyword> by 2040. The minister highlighted this during his address at the Global Standards Symposium at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, one of the world's largest telecom events. He said, "In India alone, for example, 5G is anticipated to inject an astounding 450 billion dollars into the economy by 2040." The minister emphasized that 5G is not just about faster internet or low latency, but is laying the groundwork for <keyword id="20006420" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="smart-cities" source="keywords">smart cities</keyword>, advanced infrastructure, and autonomous innovations. Scindia further noted that 5G has already been rolled out across all 36 states and Union Territories, covering 98 per cent of districts and 80 per cent of the population in just 22 months. He said this achievement showcases not only India's technological prowess but also the transformative power of standardized innovation. He added "We are unlocking new Reims of possibility in health care, education and agriculture and Manufacturer" The minister stressed the importance of international collaboration in unlocking the full potential of technologies like 5G, <keyword id="19904566" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="artificial-intelligence" source="keywords">artificial intelligence</keyword> (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT). He stated that the global standards are key to ensuring that these technologies work harmoniously across borders. "The import of dialogue cannot be overstated. The wonders of 5G the brilliance of artificial intelligence and the interconnected marvels of the Internet of Things. Things are transforming industries, societies and manufacturing processes and economies on a global scale," he said. Scindia also pointed out the need for robust governance in emerging technologies like AI and IoT, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks to address concerns around privacy, bias, and transparency. He called for a comprehensive policy framework to ensure that future innovations, such as the upcoming 6G technology, benefit everyone equitably and do not deepen existing digital divides. "We are today poised at the edge of a new technological era, the dawn of the 6th generation of mobile network 6G and this is a gateway to the future where communication will become boundless where innovation will know no limits and by humanity, interconnectedness becomes the corner stone of our shared global destiny" he said. Scindia also urged the global community to work together in setting standards and nurturing partnerships that will define the future technological landscape, ensuring technology serves as a force for good. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/hyundai-ipo-review-everything-you-need-to-know-about-indias-biggest-ipo/articleshow/114203740.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/hyundai-ipo-review-everything-you-need-to-know-about-indias-biggest-ipo/articleshow/114203740.cms" target="_blank">Hyundai IPO review – Everything you need to know about India’s biggest IPO</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/the-ola-electric-saga-are-surge-in-complaints-and-declining-market-share-a-wake-up-call-for-bhavish-aggarwal/articleshow/114120828.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/the-ola-electric-saga-are-surge-in-complaints-and-declining-market-share-a-wake-up-call-for-bhavish-aggarwal/articleshow/114120828.cms" target="_blank">The Ola Electric Saga: Are surge in complaints and declining market share a wake-up call for Bhavish Aggarwal?</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-leads-the-first-phase-of-festive-sales-with-a-20-market-share/articleshow/114070723.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-leads-the-first-phase-of-festive-sales-with-a-20-market-share/articleshow/114070723.cms" target="_blank">Samsung leads the first phase of festive sales with a 20% market share</a>

5G to inject $450 billion into Indian economy by 2040: Telecom Minister Scindia

State-owned <keyword id="20039950" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bharat-Petroleum-Corporation" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Bharat Petroleum Corporation" meta.hostid="153" meta.entityid="Bharat Petroleum Corporation">Bharat Petroleum Corporation</keyword> plans to invest Rs 1.7 lakh crore over the next five years to grow its core oil refining and fuel marketing business as well as in 'future big bets' of <keyword id="20115883" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="petrochemicals" source="keywords">petrochemicals</keyword> and <keyword id="19895435" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="green-energy" source="keywords">green energy</keyword>, its chairman G Krishnakumar has said. At present, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (<keyword id="19908646" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="BPCL" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="BPCL" meta.hostid="153" meta.entityid="BPCL">BPCL</keyword>) owns about 14 per cent of India's oil <keyword id="20064251" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="refining-capacity" source="keywords">refining capacity</keyword> and about a quarter of the fuel retailing network. It plans to grow these businesses while foraying into newer areas. The firm is now implementing the first phase of a multi-decade aspirational journey in the form of '<keyword id="22826627" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="project-Aspire" source="keywords">Project Aspire</keyword>' - its five-year strategic framework that is based on two fundamental pillars - 'Nurturing the Core' and 'Investing in Future Big Bets', he said in the company's latest annual report. "Our mid-term strategy is on a continuum. While we remain committed to growing our core businesses, which include refining and marketing <keyword id="20037698" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="petroleum-products" source="keywords">petroleum products</keyword> and upstream, we are equally focused on our big bets comprising petrochemicals, gas, green energy, non-fuel retail, and digital. "Project Aspire, with a planned capex outlay of around Rs 1.70 lakh crore over five years, will enable us to create long-term value for our stakeholders while preserving our planet for future generations," he said. "A cornerstone of our long-term strategy, Project Aspire, with a Rs 1.70 trillion investment, marks the initial phase of our multi-decade odyssey to shape the energy of tomorrow. This, coupled with our robust balance sheet, fuels our ambition to lead the <keyword id="19951336" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="energy-transition" source="keywords">energy transition</keyword>." The company is targeting net zero carbon emissions from its operations by 2040. "BPCL has drawn a net-zero roadmap, which encompasses renewable power, green hydrogen, compressed biogas, carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS), efficiency improvement and the offsets procurements. This would require a phased capital outlay of approximately Rs 1 lakh crore till 2040, and the company is geared for the same," he said. The firm's bet on continuing investing in core businesses is based on the premise that India's booming economy will drive a 4-5 per cent annual increase in energy demand and petroleum product consumption. Also, the demand for major petrochemical products is expected to rise by 7-8 per cent annually. "This presents a strategic opportunity to expand refining capacity alongside the development of integrated petrochemical complexes," he said. BPCL is implementing new petrochemical projects at two of its three oil refineries. A Rs 49,000 crore ethylene cracker project is being implemented at the Bina refinery in Madhya Pradesh, alongside raising oil refining capacity from the current 7.8 million tonnes to 11 million tonnes annually by 2029. A polypropylene project is being set up at Kochi refinery in Kerala by 2027. "To meet the anticipated demand beyond our planned expansions in Bina and Kochi, we are actively evaluating options for setting up additional integrated refining and petrochemical capacities within the next 5-7 years," Krishnakumar said without disclosing either the investments or the location of such a project. Andhra Pradesh is being speculated as the likely site after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP and regional party TDP stormed to power in the state in recently concluded assembly elections. TDP has been demanding the implementation of a refinery-cum-petrochemical complex that was promised as part of the package when the state was split more than a decade back. "Our investment in the petrochemical project is consistent with our aspiration of becoming a dominant player in India's petrochemical growth story," Krishnakumar said. On energy transition, he said BPCL is targeting to build 2 gigawatts (GW) of <keyword id="19895602" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="renewable-energy" source="keywords">renewable energy</keyword> capacity by 2025 and 10 GW by 2035. "We are investing nearly Rs 1,000 crore to establish two 50 MW captive wind power plants in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, which will support our refineries in Mumbai and Bina." The firm is also investing around Rs 300 crore in 72 MWp of solar project in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. "Concomitantly, we are executing green hydrogen projects aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission. These projects include a 5 MW electrolyser plant at Bina refinery and a green hydrogen refuelling station with an indigenously developed electrolyser at Kochi," he noted. BPCL, he said, is committed to supporting the transition to electric mobility through a robust and accessible charging infrastructure. The company has installed over 3,000 charging stations, including fast chargers for cars and two-wheelers. 900 fast chargers are installed across 120 highway corridors, which helps address the range, discovery and time anxiety of electric vehicle (EV) owners. "Over the next five years, we aim to install 4-wheeler fast chargers at approximately 6,000 retail outlets across 400 highway corridors, prioritising high-traffic corridors like the Golden Quadrilateral and N-S/E-W highways," he said. On biofuels, he said BPCL sells petrol with 20 per cent ethanol blend at 4,279 out of its over 22,000 petrol pumps. It is also building compressed biogas plants using municipal solid waste to make gas that can be used as CNG in automobiles. The firm is also exploring partnerships in the arena. "These combined efforts, along with the upcoming commissioning of a bio-ethanol refinery, positions BPCL as a key player in India's transition to a greener fuel mix, creating a robust ecosystem for the adoption of cleaner fuels across the country," he added. BPCL is establishing a corporate venture capital fund to invest directly in promising startups. "In order to thrive in this complex and challenging business landscape, we will leverage our agility and focus on operational excellence to ensure continued success. Safety and reliability will remain our top priorities, guiding all our actions. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of corporate governance," he added. He said the energy sector of India stands at an inflection point. "The nation has an ambitious vision of becoming a USD 30 trillion developed economy by 2047. 'Viksit Bharat @2047' will necessitate an almost fourfold increase in primary energy demand." India's exponential growth trajectory will propel it to a pivotal role in the global energy market, accounting for roughly 12 per cent of world energy consumption by 2047. "The key strategic objectives for India in the energy sector will entail significant expansion in refining capacities, raising the share of gas in the energy basket from about 6 per cent to 15 per cent, establishing leadership in petrochemical exports, and sharply reducing energy imports from current levels of 47 per cent to below 25 per cent by 2030 and to zero by 2047," he said. India is targeting 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity, sourcing half of its energy needs from renewables, reducing carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes and lowering carbon intensity by 45 per cent by 2030 with the ultimate goal of net-zero emissions by 2070. "Building on its strong Indian energy presence, BPCL aspires to meet 7-10 per cent of the nation's primary energy demand by 2047," he said.

BPCL planning Rs 1.7 lakh crore spend to expand core business, new energy foray over next five years

<ul class="summary-list"><li>The G7 summit is exposing a crisis of Western authority, experts say.</li><li>Far-right parties are gaining ground in several countries, and leadership appears to be weakened. </li></ul>The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/biden-ukraine-security-deal-hollow-pledge-putin-ceasefire-russia-us-2024-6">G7 summit</a> has long been a showcase of global leadership and power.The world's seven largest "advanced" economies — the US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the UK — gather each year to discuss issues such as the economy, security, and trade.But 2024's group of leaders appears to be one of the weakest that has attended the summit for some time.As <a target="_blank" href="https://www.politico.eu/article/g7-giorgia-meloni-2024-rome-emmanuel-macron-rishi-sunak-joe-biden-russia-ukraine/">Politico</a> noted, many of the attendees are distracted by domestic issues that are threatening their authority and grip on power.This year's cohort shows that there is a "crisis of Western authority," according to Inderjeet Parmar, a professor of international politics at City University of London.<h2 id="55e7fbd8-0635-4b37-9bc3-908aef0c02d7">A threat to power</h2>Political instability and uncertainty are rampant, from the recent <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/european-union-parliament-election-far-right-nationalist-parties-2024-6">surge of support for the far-right</a> at the EU Parliamentary elections to the controversies on both sides of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-hunter-biden-convictions-damaged-us-reputation-2024-6">US presidential campaign</a>.Among those facing challenges to his authority is France's president, Emmanuel Macron. He is just days away from a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/european-union-parliament-election-far-right-nationalist-parties-2024-6">snap election</a>, which many think could end his current coalition.Macron called the election after a big win for his rival Marine Le Pen's National Rally party at the <a target="_blank" rel="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/european-union-parliament-election-far-right-nationalist-parties-2024-6">European parliamentary elections</a>. Macron's centrist alliance secured a 14.6% vote compared to the far-right National Rally's staggering 31.4%.Similarly, German chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats party recently suffered an embarrassing blow after the center-right party, Christian Democrats, rallied enough seats to sweep past the Social Democrats at the European elections.Meanwhile, in the UK, the prime minister, Rishi Sunak, appears to be on course for a heavy <a target="_blank" href="https://theconversation.com/our-reliable-election-forecast-model-predicts-british-conservatives-will-lose-big-231790">election loss</a> next month.<div type="image" title="French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, U.S. President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the G7 summit." height="683" width="1024" msid="111003639" hostid="261" sizebytes="85322"></div>Andrew Payne, a City University of London lecturer in foreign policy, told Business Insider that it would be difficult for some leaders to make "credible commitments on trade, sanctions, or any other issue of international significance" at this year's summit."When you're not sure if the person across the table is still going to be in office next month, or next year, you might think twice about striking a long-term agreement," Payne said.Meanwhile, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-hunter-biden-convictions-damaged-us-reputation-2024-6">US' global reputation has suffered in recent months</a>. Donald Trump and Hunter Biden's respective criminal convictions have undermined the country's brand, regardless of who wins the Oval Office in the upcoming election, according to Payne and Parmar."The USA, as the world's pivotal state, at the heart of the G7 and its liberal international order, has candidates for the White House in November who are unpopular, and one of them is a convicted felon leading what is a far-right political party that threatens to wreak vengeance on its political opponents," Parmar said.<h2 id="1b1fbd61-741a-4d9c-a0ea-c529f41812d1">'Brittle at best'</h2>Payne argued that some of the G7 leaders aren't outright weak; rather, they face circumstances that threaten their authority."This is largely the same group of leaders that initiated or maintained an unprecedentedly strong response to Putin's invasion of Ukraine, for example," Payne said."But in a democracy, leaders are only as strong as their domestic foundations allow them to be, however bold their foreign policy visions may be. And right now, the domestic foundations of most of the G7 leaders are brittle at best," he added.

The leaders at this year's G7 summit look weaker than ever

<keyword id="3185988" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="itel" source="Orion">itel</keyword> Mobile India, which has been democratising technology by delivering high-quality smartphones under Rs 10,000, takes another giant leap in launching India's most affordable and powerful 5G smartphone -- "<keyword id="18929394" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="P55-Power-5G" source="Orion">P55 Power 5G</keyword>" under this segment, making it an accessible technology for consumers. The <keyword id="18929395" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="itel-P55-Power-5G" source="Orion">itel P55 Power 5G</keyword> is equipped with a highly aspirational MediaTek dimensity 6080 chipset ensuring uninterrupted and outstanding performance. Addressing the discerning need for expansive memory and seamless performance, the smarphone boasts an impressive 128GB storage and 6GB RAM. Additionally, it offers a 4GB+4GB RAM with 64GB ROM variant to cater to varying storage requirements among consumers. The itel P55 Power 5G emerges in two colours -- Galaxy Blue and Mint Green. The 4GB + 64GB variant will be available in offline stores at Rs 9,699 while the 6GB+128GB variant will be exclusively available on Amazon at Rs 9,999 from October 4. Consumers can register their interest through the "Notify Me" link on Amazon -- https://www.amazon.in/l/90117307031 . "itel has been at the forefront in driving the digital revolution in Bharat, successfully facilitating the seamless transition of customers from 2G to 4G. As India is poised to welcome approximately 150 million 5G users by 2024, flagging off a big digital revolution, we are determined to democratize 5G technology, making it accessible and affordable for the masses in Bharat," said Arijeet Talapatra, CEO, itel India. "The itel P55 Power 5G redefines technology supremacy under the 10K segment by offering 5G connectivity with NRCA technology, combined with the powerful MediaTek D6080 chipset, creating a perfect synergy of swift connectivity and outstanding performance," he added. The itel P55 Power 5G boasts an astonishing 50MP AI dual camera and an 8MP front camera to capture the perfect moments with ultra-clarity. Harnessing the prowess of 5G capabilities, users are set to experience unprecedented connection speeds -- ideal for streaming movies, uploading high-resolution photos, and seamlessly sharing voluminous content on the go. The device comes equipped with NRCA resulting in better connectivity and faster internet even in the low network area. While the peer brands are still offering Dimensity 6020 chipset in this price range, itel P55 Power 5G has disrupted the market with MediaTek Dimensity 6080 octa-core processor, setting the highly competitive benchmark. The smartphone boasts a 5000 mAh battery, which is complemented by 18W fast-charging capabilities. Along with face recognition, it features a side fingerprint sensor that adds an extra layer of security to the seamless user experience. In addition to its remarkable features within this price range, the brand also offers a one-time screen replacement facility to the users. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/pixel-8-launch-on-oct-4-from-camera-to-design-specifications-what-we-know-so-far/articleshow/103924696.cms">Pixel 8 launch on Oct 4 – From camera to design specifications, what we know so far</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/amazfit-cheetah-series-smartwatches-with-ai-powered-running-coach-launched-in-india/articleshow/103836676.cms">A smartwatch in India now offers an AI-powered running coach</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/motorola-edge-40-neo-launched-in-india-specs-features-and-price/articleshow/103832280.cms">Motorola Edge 40 Neo with with vegan leather back hits the Indian market</a>

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New Delhi [India], September 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday advised all the ministers to download the <keyword id="42981" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="G20" source="Orion">G20</keyword> India mobile app ahead of the <keyword id="42982" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="G20-Summit" source="Orion">G20 summit</keyword> to be held in New Delhi this week. The advice came during <keyword id="2238662" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="PM-Modi" source="Orion">PM Modi</keyword>'s interaction with the <keyword id="245371" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Council-of-Ministers" source="Orion">Council of Ministers</keyword> meeting ahead of the significant G20 summit in New Delhi. The Prime Minister said that the app would help the ministers to interact with foreign delegates seamlessly. The Ministry of External Affairs in India has launched the mobile application titled 'G20 India', marking a significant digital milestone ahead of the G20 Leaders' Summit to be held in New Delhi. The app offers users a comprehensive, interactive guide to event-related information. Features of the platform include a calendar for the G20 India 2023 event, resources, media, and insightful details about the G20. The unveiling of the 'G20 India' mobile app amplifies India's ongoing technological advancements and underscores the nation's commitment to leveraging digital tools to facilitate major international events. The government of India has launched a <keyword id="18675735" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="G20-India-App" source="Orion">G20 India app</keyword> ahead of the G20 summit being held under India's presidency on September 9-10 this year. The app will function till India's G20 presidency. According to officials of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, more than 15000 mobile apps were downloaded globally till Tuesday. The G20 India mobile app will help the delegates to interact with foreign delegates in all G20 countries languages. Government officials further emphasize that the mobile is also a navigation facility that helps the foreign delegates move from place to place in the country and to the Bharat Mandapam. With the G20 India app, the Indian ministers can overcome language as well as communication barriers with the foreign delegates. The G20 India mobile app has services built in which people can access in 24 languages. India is all set to host the G20 Summit in New Delhi from September 9-10. World leaders will arrive in New Delhi to attend the G20 Summit. The summit will be hosted at the state-of-the-art Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Notably, India assumed the G20 presidency on December 1 last year and about 200 meetings related to G20 were organized in 60 cities across the country.

PM Modi asks ministers to download 'G20 India app' ahead of summit

<keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword> on Saturday proposed to launch a <keyword id="18717471" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="G20-satellite" source="Orion">G20 Satellite</keyword> Mission for Environment and Climate Observation, with an aim to help the countries of the global south. Prime Minister <keyword id="6354477" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="narendra-modi" source="Orion">Narendra Modi</keyword> made the suggestion at the <keyword id="42981" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="G20" source="Orion">G20</keyword> Leaders' Summit at the Bharat Mandapam international convention centre here in the presence of world leaders including US President <keyword id="99719" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="joe-biden" source="Orion">Joe Biden</keyword>, UK Prime Minister <keyword id="221875" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="rishi-sunak" source="Orion">Rishi Sunak</keyword> and South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa among others. Modi said the G20 satellite mission would be beneficial for all of humanity just as the data obtained from India's successful Chandrayaan moon mission. With the same spirit, India is proposing the launch of the 'G20 Satellite Mission for Environment and Climate Observation', he said. "The climate and weather data obtained from this will be shared with all the countries, especially the countries of the Global South. India invites all G-20 countries to join this initiative," Modi said during a session at the G20 Leaders Summit. SEE ALSO:<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/politics/india/news/g20-leaders-summit-adopts-new-delhi-declaration/articleshow/103535369.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/politics/india/news/g20-leaders-summit-adopts-new-delhi-declaration/articleshow/103535369.cms" target="_blank">G20 Leaders Summit adopts New Delhi Declaration</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/politics/india/news/g20-summit-pm-modi-announces-launch-of-global-biofuel-alliance/articleshow/103535675.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/politics/india/news/g20-summit-pm-modi-announces-launch-of-global-biofuel-alliance/articleshow/103535675.cms" target="_blank">G20 Summit: PM Modi announces launch of Global Biofuel Alliance</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/webstories/from-dream-girl-2-to-tootsie-epic-roles-which-saw-male-actors-crossdress/slidelist/103525812.cms" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/webstories/from-dream-girl-2-to-tootsie-epic-roles-which-saw-male-actors-crossdress/slidelist/103525812.cms" target="_blank">From Dream Girl 2 to Tootsie – Epic roles which saw male actors crossdress</a>

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New Delhi, <keyword id="58448" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="reliance-retail" source="Orion">Reliance Retail</keyword> has unveiled its all new <keyword id="10873635" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="jiobook" source="Orion">JioBook</keyword>, a lightweight and pocket-friendly 4G-LTE powered laptop designed to cater to all age groups. JioBook touted as 'India's First Learning Book' will be available at Rs 16,499 starting August 5, 2023, and customers can purchase JioBook from <keyword id="10926" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="reliance" source="Orion">Reliance</keyword> Digital's online and offline stores, as well as through Amazon.in. The JioBook packs a punch with stylish design featuring matte finish, and ultra slim built, and is light weight at 990 grams. It features 4G-LTE and dual-band WiFi capabilities, powerful octa-core chipset for smooth multitasking, 11.6-inch (29.46CM) anti-glare HD display, Infinity keyboard and large multi-gesture trackpad. With its advanced JioOS operating system, design and always-connected features, JioBook promises to redefine the learning experience for every individual. "We are dedicated to introduce innovative products that empower individuals in their learning journey. The all-new JioBook is our latest offering catering to learners of all ages with its advanced features and seamless connectivity options," Reliance Retail spokesperson said. The JioBook will transform the way people learn, opening new opportunities for personal growth and skill development, the spokesperson added. From attending online classes, to learning to code, or exploring new ventures such as starting a yoga studio or delving into online trading, JioBook aimed to provide an exceptional platform for all learning endeavours. Earlier this month, Jio had launched internet-enabled <keyword id="17888486" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="jio-bharat" source="Orion">Jio Bharat</keyword> phones at Rs 999, packing-in cheaper monthly plan of Rs 123 for unlimited voice calls and 14 GB data. At Rs 999, Jio Bharat was positioned as "the lowest entry price for an internet-enabled phone". The new offering aimed to accelerate the '2G Mukt Bharat' vision, as India still has 250 million mobile subscribers in the 2G era with feature phones. Beta trial for first 1 million Jio Bharat phones started from July 7, 2023. Brokerages tracking the sector had said that the launch of internet-enabled Jio Bharat phones at an "attractive pricing" will enable Jio to gain market share at the lower end segment and signals a reduced probability of tariff hike in the near term.

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>President <keyword id="99719" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Joe-Biden">Joe Biden</keyword> is seeking to restore America's image and alliances on his trip overseas.</li><li>The president is meeting G7 and <keyword id="6371298" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="NATO">NATO</keyword> leaders and later plans to confront <keyword id="6358826" type="LOCATION" weightage="60" keywordseo="Russia">Russia</keyword>'s Vladimir Putin.</li><li>But US instability and shifting international alliances mean Biden's job will prove tough. </li></ul>Joe Biden's job at his first <keyword id="2296592" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="G7-summit">G7 summit</keyword> and trip to Europe as president this week appears simple: Show the world that the tumult and isolationism of <keyword id="6354484" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Donald-Trump">Donald Trump</keyword>'s presidency is over, and that America is back.Trump was abrasive with traditional US allies, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/europe-abandoning-donald-trump-coronavirus-world-stage-turns-towards-china-2020-5">especially in Europe</a>. He accused them of freeloading, imposed trade tariffs, and was alarmingly warm with authoritarian leaders such as Russian President Vladimir Putin.Biden has said he wants to restore the US's role as the world's leading champion of democracy and underline its status as Europe's closest ally. To that end he has ambitious <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/politics/world/news/the-biden-administration-is-set-to-buy-500-million-pfizer-vaccine-doses-to-ship-around-the-world-according-to-reports/articleshow/83381733.cms">multilateral plans on the climate crisis and global access to COVID-19 vaccinations</a>.His eight-day trip includes the G7 summit in the UK, a meeting with NATO allies in Belgium, and a summit with Putin in Geneva.But much has changed while Trump was in power, and goodwill from allies keen for a return to the norm in their relations with the US may not be enough to give Biden what he wants.Here is what stands in his way:<ul><li>US allies are <a href="https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-us-capitol-riot-europe-reacts/">aware of the recent chaos in the US</a>, including the January 6 insurrection and Trump's continued hold over the GOP. They may wonder whether the US can be trusted to honor long-term pledges and commitments, with the threat of Trump or one of his followers retaking the White House in 2024.</li></ul><div type="image" title="capitol siege riot ladder" height="2000" width="2666" msid="83398907" hostid="261"></div><ul><li>The US and its allies are divided on how to approach <keyword id="1334" type="COUNTRY" weightage="60" keywordseo="China">China</keyword>. Biden is said to view China as a more significant long-term adversary than Russia and has maintained a wary relationship with Beijing. By contrast, some European nations continue to welcome Chinese investments and <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/china-divide-and-rule-tactics-divide-bidens-us-and-europe-2021-1">signed a new trade pact with China in January despite objections from Washington</a>.</li><li>Even with Biden in power, the fabric of US democracy is tarnished. Trump has groundlessly sought to delegitimize Biden's victory, Republicans have <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gop-has-become-even-greater-threat-democracy-than-trump-2021-6">rolled back access to voting in several states, and extremists are stirring talk of civil war</a>. Will allies be as willing to defer to the US as the world's leading democracy?</li><li>Biden has only so much energy for foreign affairs. A European diplomat told <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/biden-diplomacy-foreign-leaders/2021/06/09/58470240-c93f-11eb-afd0-9726f7ec0ba6_story.html">The Washington Post </a>that there was goodwill toward Biden but the urgency of his domestic priorities could limit the focus he could bring: "It's clear he has to perform on his internal agenda. The midterms are already in one year, there is a big pressure, we understand that."</li><li>As with China, the US and its allies are divided on how to handle Russia. Putin and his government continue to rock the stability of the West with political meddling and aggressive military maneuvers near Ukraine. But splits have opened in the united front the US and European allies once presented against Russian aggression. <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/biden-waiving-sanctions-nord-stream-2-pipeline-ceo-company-report-2021-5">In April, a major new gas pipeline opened</a> between Russia and Western Europe despite objections from the Biden administration, providing the Kremlin with diplomatic leverage. Putin will most likely seek to exploit the tensions at Wednesday's summit.</li></ul>

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San Francisco, Nov 15 (IANS) The Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) has announced that Apple has become the latest major player to join the Next G Alliance, a coalition of companies working to define and develop the next generation of mobile technology, 6G. The ATIS launched the group last month, with backing from top US and Canadian operators, Ericsson and Nokia, among others. Its main aim is to establish North America as a leader in 6G. "Designed to set the foundation for a vibrant marketplace for North American innovation in future generations of mobile technology, the Next G Alliance is named after its primary goal: to establish North American preeminence in the 5G evolutionary path and 6G development," ATIS said in a statement. Apple is one of 11 new members of the group alongside Charter, Cisco, Google, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Keysight Technologies, LG, Mavenir, MITRE and VMware. According to the group, its work "will encompass the full lifecycle of research and development, manufacturing, standardization and market readiness." The group will be holding its first meeting for members on November 16 to set the initiative's overarching direction and strategy. --IANS wh/na

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<ul><li>The top <keyword id="6358921" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="upi" source="Orion">UPI</keyword> apps in terms of volume were <keyword id="6357886" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="phonepe" source="Orion">PhonePe</keyword>, <keyword id="2750705" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="google-pay" source="Orion">Google Pay</keyword> and <keyword id="6357120" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="paytm" source="Orion">Paytm</keyword>. </li><li>The number of transactions through mobile wallets was 1.52 billion in Q2 2022. </li><li>The total number of credit and debit cards in circulation reach one billion. </li><li>Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala recorded the highest transactions at physical merchant stores. </li></ul>UPI is India’s most preferred online payment platform clocking over 17.4 billion transactions in volume and ₹30.4 trillion in terms of value in April-June 2022, according to the ‘India Digital Payments Report’ for Q2 2022 by <keyword id="2195010" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="worldline" source="Orion">Worldline</keyword> India, a global digital payments solution company. In Q2, 20.57 billion transactions in volume and ₹36.08 trillion in terms of value was processed through debit and credit cards, prepaid payment instruments like mobile wallets and prepaid cards, and UPI which includes P2M (person to merchant) and P2P (person to person) transactions, the report said. Payments through credit and debit cards accounted for 8% in volume and 14% in value, the report added. “2022 is another momentous year for the payments space in India. We are successfully sailing through the aftermath of Covid-19, the total cards in circulation has breached 1 billion mark, UPI is tracking over 6 billion transactions per month, about 53 million FASTags have been issued, and over 20,000 billers are live on Bharat BillPay ecosystem,” Ramesh Narasimhan, chief executive officer-India, Worldline, said. The top five states that recorded the highest transactions at physical merchant stores were Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. The top five cities were Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai and <keyword id="2094" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="pune" source="Orion">Pune</keyword>. How does India pay? UPI (Unified Payments Interface) transactions volume and value have seen an increase of about 118% and over 98% respectively in Q2 2022 as compared to the same quarter last year. The top UPI apps in terms of volume were PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm. “What could be a game-changer for UPI transactions will be linking credit cards onto the platform – it is currently only Rupay but could increase going forward – and this could further supercharge UPI transactions, especially in terms of P2M average ticket sizes,” Worldline said. The average ticket size (ATS) for UPI P2P transactions was ₹2,425 and for UPI P2M transactions it was ₹820 as of June 2022, the report said. The top remitter banks during the quarter were <keyword id="13222" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="sbi" source="Orion">SBI</keyword>, HDFC Bank, Bank of Baroda, Union Bank and ICICI Bank. The top beneficiary banks were Paytm Payments Bank, Yes Bank, SBI, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank. The transaction volume passing through Bharat Bill Payment Central Unit (BBPCU) during the quarter stood at 238.31 million while the transaction value was ₹403.02 billion. It registered a growth rate of 99% and 108% in volume and value respectively as compared with Q2 2021. The total number of credit and debit cards in circulation reach 1 billion Alongside UPI, adoption of credit cards is growing at a healthy pace, revealed Worldline. The total number of credit and debit cards in circulation has reached 1 billion in Q2 2022 especially with festivities around the corner. “While the number of credit cards increased by 25% from ₹62.81 million in June 2021 to 78.7 million in June 2022, debit cards increased by 2% from ₹906 million to ₹921.75 million during the same period,” Worldline said. As of June 2022, the top credit-card issuing banks were HDFC Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and RBL Bank while the top debit-card issuing banks were SBI, BOB, Union Bank, <keyword id="62034" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="punjab-national-bank" source="Orion">Punjab National Bank</keyword> and Canara Bank. Credit cards volume and value stood at 688.65 million and ₹3.28 trillion respectively. “Even though credit card volume at POS and e-commerce are nearly equal, the value of e-commerce transactions is higher as compared with the value of transactions at POS. This is in line with the general trend of transactions of high-ticket items moving from the physical to the digital space,” Worldline said. In terms of value, consumers transacted ₹1,226.29 billion at POS terminals and ₹2,053.66 billion at e-commerce through credit cards in the second quarter. In Q2 2022, debit card transactions volume and value stood at 973.12 million and ₹1.91 trillion respectively. Prepaid cards transaction volume and value was 412.29 million and ₹206.36 billion respectively. When it comes to mobile payments, the number of transactions through mobile wallets was 1.52 billion and the value was ₹574.64 billion. Transactions through wallets are growing steadily recording a 38% increase in volume and 27% in value when compared to Q2 2021, revealed Worldline data. National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) processed about 829 million transactions worth ₹129 billion. As of March 2022, about 52.9 million NETC FASTags have been issued since the inception of the NETC program. Aadhaar-Enabled Payment Service transactions recorded a substantial volume of over 679 million transactions, registering about 38% growth over Q2 2021. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/railways-increased-the-speed-of-500-mail-express-trains-by-10-70-minutes/articleshow/94641676.cms">Railways increased the speed of 500 mail express trains by 10-70 minutes</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/15-ott-releases-to-watch-this-festive-season-starring-madhuri-dixit-hasan-minhaj-and-more/articleshow/94640843.cms">15 OTT releases to watch this festive season starring Madhuri Dixit, Hasan Minhaj and more</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/telecom/news/reliance-jio-and-airtel-5g-prices-may-be-affordable-for-now-but-expected-to-increase-after-wider-rollout/articleshow/94636173.cms">Reliance Jio and Airtel 5G prices may be affordable for now but expected to increase after wider rollout</a>

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<ul><li>In its largest ever spectrum auction, govt plans to spend ₹6 trillion. </li></ul><ul><li>100 times faster than 4G, India moving towards universal internet access. </li></ul><ul><li>Nearly, 8600 MHz of mobile airwaves likely to be auctioned.</li></ul>India is set to conduct a spectrum auction for the 5G and other radio waves in 2019. The time limit to start 5G trials is set at 100 days, where nearly 8600 MHz of mobile airwaves are likely to be auctioned, the new Telecom minister, Ravi Shankar Prasad said on June 3, 2019, <a href="https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/spectrum-auction-including-for-5g-services-this-year-telecom-minister-ravi-shankar-prasad-2047270">NDTV</a> reported. At an estimated value of ₹6 trillion, the telecom auction is expected to be India’s largest ever. The plan for the auction was reportedly approved by the Digital Communications Commission (BCC). Aruna Sundararajan, Telecom secretary and DCC chairperson told TOI that even if all the spectrum is sold at reverse price, the government will net at least ₹5.8 trillion. However, the telecom secretary <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/centre-plans-largest-spectrum-auction-to-ensure-affordable-5g/articleshow/69780086.cms?from=mdr">said</a>, the government is focusing not on maximizing revenue, but to ensure that telecom services become more inclusive. The <keyword id="30356" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Telecom-Regulatory-Authority-of-India">Telecom Regulatory Authority of India</keyword> (TRAI) has already suggested reserve prices for the new round of auctions. The government is also <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/centre-plans-largest-spectrum-auction-to-ensure-affordable-5g/articleshow/69780086.cms?from=mdr">trying</a> to ensure that apart from the regular telecom operators (Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone-Idea) and equipment providers such as Ericsson, Nokia and Samsung, a wide spectrum of participants take part in the auctions. Rural India to run on 5G In order to ensure spread of digital services and 5G in rural areas, the government is also looking at possibilities of public-private partnership (PPP) mode. The digital services initiative of the central government in rural areas has also brought under the new plan’s ambit, as it was decided that the over 300,000 common service centres (CSC’s)<a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/centre-plans-largest-spectrum-auction-to-ensure-affordable-5g/articleshow/69780086.cms?from=mdr"> will provide</a> at least two wifi hotspots in 100,000 gram panchayats and high speed internet to nearby development institutes. The government has also decided to use the telecom fibre, that was laid across India, under the Bharat net Programme, to provide internet at homes through fibre-to-the-home initiative. The fibre is also to be used to connect towers to have more data and voice carrying capacity. As per <a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/centre-plans-largest-spectrum-auction-to-ensure-affordable-5g/articleshow/69780086.cms?from=mdr">media reports</a>.

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