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    Reading Rooms and Computer Centers: Steps Towards Digital Literacy

    New Delhi, March 1 – Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta inaugurated a computer education center and reading room in Nangloi on Sunday, describing it as another step towards “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India).Speaking at the inauguration of the Savitri Devi Goyal Institute of Computer...
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    Navigating Digital Risks: Guidance and Controls for Children's Online Use

    New Delhi, February 27 – There is a debate surrounding reports that some Indian states are considering banning social media for children under 16 years of age, given its effects on young minds.In Australia, a law has been created to protect young people from features that encourage excessive...
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    AI for Inclusive Growth: Bridging the Urban-Rural Gap in India

    In 2026, the India AI Impact Summit highlighted that artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword used by business leaders and tech professionals. It's increasingly seen as a tool for development that should address real-world problems rather than theoretical or technological goals...
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    Protecting Children's Wellbeing: Bihar Eyes Policy on Screen Time and Social Media

    Patna, February 23 The Bihar government is planning to formulate a policy to regulate screen time and exposure to social media among children, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary informed the Assembly on Monday.Choudhary, who also holds the Home portfolio, said the government has sought a...
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    AI and Education: Estonia's Approach to Responsible Deployment

    The President of the Republic of Estonia, Alar Karis, stated that education is the key to ensuring that artificial intelligence is used responsibly. He made this statement while addressing the session on "AI and Education: From Innovation to Impact" at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New...
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    Delhi Govt to Transform 7,000 Classrooms into 'Smart' Schools

    New Delhi, February 17 The Delhi government inaugurated an artificial intelligence-enabled CM SHRI School in Sarojini Nagar on Tuesday, announcing plans to make 7,000 classrooms "smart" by March 31.Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the school and formally launched the...
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    Combating AI-Generated Misinformation in Education and Beyond

    New Delhi, February 16 Union Minister Jitin Prasada urged caution in the use of AI tools on Monday, saying that misinformation generated through artificial intelligence has the power to undermine democratic systems.Speaking at a session at the AI Impact Summit here, the Minister of State for...
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    US-India AI Partnership: Transforming Healthcare and Education

    In New York, on February 16, a strong partnership between India and the US in artificial intelligence (AI) offers tremendous opportunities across various sectors, including healthcare, education, job training, and digital literacy, according to a senior official at Rubrik, a major AI operations...
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    India's AI Momentum: Altman Sees 'All the Ingredients' for Success

    New Delhi, February 15 India has "all the ingredients to be a full-stack AI leader," said Sam Altman ahead of his visit to the country for the Global AI Impact Summit, citing its tech talent, national strategy, and optimism about the technology's potential.Calling India the world's largest...
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    State Expands AI Education: 'Sarvam AI Mayam' Initiative Rolls Out

    Thiruvananthapuram, February 15 Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE), the technical arm of the state's General Education Department, has launched a massive artificial intelligence literacy drive targeting the adult population.Titled 'Sarvam AI Mayam' (AI is Everywhere)...
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    Nagaland Observes Safer Internet Day, Focuses on AI Responsibility

    Kohima, February 10 Nagaland observed Safer Internet Day on Tuesday, with various awareness programs and workshops being organized in different districts to promote the safe, responsible, and ethical use of the internet and artificial intelligence (AI).In Kohima, the National Informatics...
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    Addressing Digital Risks: A Summit Focus on Education and Awareness

    New Delhi, February 10 Experts on Tuesday highlighted the need for coordinated efforts among the government, schools, and tech companies to ensure children's online safety, as they pointed to a lack of data, inadequate training for teachers on digital media, and poor digital literacy among...
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    Survey Reveals Growing Concern Over Student Online Safety

    New Delhi, February 10 More than 56 per cent of parents and educators are advocating for the inclusion of internet safety as a core subject in the curriculum to protect students from the growing online dangers and malicious content, a new survey has found.The study, which gathered responses...
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    Cyber Fraud and Scam Concerns Raised in Rajya Sabha

    New Delhi, February 9 BJD Rajya Sabha member Sulata Deo raised the issue of cyber fraud and fake call scams on Monday, seeking government intervention to protect people from such frauds.During the special mention in the Upper House, she highlighted the increasing cases of cyber fraud and fake...
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