Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said at the Google for India 2023 event that 200 patents related to 6G have already been acquired by India. (Shaurya/HT Tech) News 

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Predicts India to be a Major 6G Contributor by 2023 with Google for India

The Google for India 2023 event, which focused on Google’s users and partners in India, concluded on October 19. During the event, Google unveiled various services and initiatives tailored for the Indian market, such as the introduction of locally manufactured Pixel phones, starting with the Pixel 8 series. Artificial intelligence (AI) also took center stage, with Google announcing its integration into various products. Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, played a significant role in the event and discussed India’s advancements in 6G technology during a fireside chat.…

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Google for India 2023: Search Generative Experience to focus on the experience of shoppers and small merchants in India (Shaurya/HT Tech) News 

Google India 2023: Generative Search to Enhance Shopping and Empower Small Businesses

The 9th edition of Google’s event in India, known as Google for India 2023, occurred on October 19. The event emphasized the influence of generative AI and the achievements Google has made with this advancing technology. Google expressed its commitment to overcoming obstacles for its users in India, with a specific focus on enhancing the shopping experience. Through the Google Search Generative Experience (SGE), both shoppers and small merchants are expected to benefit from these efforts. Shivani Mohan, Senior Director, UX Research, Google, took to the stage to talk about…

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Google for India 2023: 10 big announcements during the event. (Shaurya/HT Tech) News 

Google India 2023: 10 Major Announcements – Google Pixel 8 to be Manufactured in India, Google Cloud Platform for Farmers, and More

The 9th edition of the annual Google India event, Google for India 2023, brought forth several significant announcements. In addition to discussing the potential of generative AI in overcoming obstacles for digital users and entrepreneurs, and showcasing the AI-led Search Generative Experience (SGE) for an enhanced shopping experience, Google also unveiled various other important updates. These include the integration of Google Maps with ONDC, the introduction of new features for Indian farmers through Google Cloud, and the exciting news that the Google Pixel 8 series will be manufactured in India.…

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Google announced a new safety tool for Indian users at the Google for India 2023 event called Digi Kavach. (Shaurya/HT Tech) News 

Google to Introduce Digi Kavach to Safeguard Indian Users from Cyber Frauds in 2023

The recently concluded Google for India 2023 event wrapped up in New Delhi’s Pragati Maidan. Alongside this significant annual gathering, a roundtable conference was held, featuring Google’s top executives discussing a range of initiatives and programs in front of a select group of media representatives. Notably, the event showcased the introduction of Digi Kavach, a novel program aimed at safeguarding users online and shielding them from fraudulent activities. Initially launched as a pilot project in India, this initiative will subsequently be expanded to other nations. Saikat Mitra, vice president and…

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Google for India 2023: The 9th edition of Google event highlighted on the capabilities of generative AI (Shaurya/HT Tech) News 

Google India VP Predicts Artificial Intelligence Will Eliminate Privilege Barriers in 2023

Today, on October 19, the 9th edition of Google for India, an annual event dedicated to India and its users, was held at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. Prior to the event, Google announced its intention to unveil its vision for India’s future. The event showcased the potential of generative AI and its advantages for Indian users. The event started with a short video that highlighted the timeline from when India just got internet access to today where Indian users are leveraging AI in their daily tasks. Scott Beaumont, President…

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Google Pixel 8 series is launching globally in October and now we can confirm that the phones are coming to India around the same time. News 

India Release Date Announced for Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro: Here’s How to Get Yours

The Google Pixel 8 series will launch globally on October 4, and now we can also confirm that the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will launch in India around the same time. Google has shared a teaser of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders in India, exclusively available on Flipkart. Google tends to leak and announce things well in advance of the official release date, which is still a few weeks away. Apple is the main player entering the final phase of the iPhone 15 launch,…

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FILE PHOTO: After the company announced that it would extend its work-from-home coronavirus order until summer 2021, a Google sign is displayed at one of the company's office complexes in Irvine, California, USA, July 27, 2020. REUTERS / Mike Blake / File Photo (REUTERS) News 

Artificial intelligence alone can add $500 billion to the economy: Google India

Google India said on Thursday that artificial intelligence alone can add $500 billion to the economy and help better flood forecasting and accurate disease diagnosis. The company has committed $10 billion to expand India’s digital footprint, a senior official said. The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted us to use all the tools at our disposal to address the challenges and opportunities that present themselves to us, Sajay Gupta, Country Director and Vice President of Google India, said during the ‘ABP Infocom – The Next Normal’ conference. Google had recently taken a…

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