Ashwini Vaishnaw

This move aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for 'Swadeshi' or self-reliance, encouraging the adoption of Made-in-India products to foster economic growth and innovation.

Electronics mfg scheme attracts unprecedented Rs 1.15 lakh crore, highlighting global trust in India: Vaishnaw

The government had initially aimed for around Rs 59,000 crore in investments under the scheme. Vaishnaw also pointed out that applications for the capital equipment segment are still open.

'Switch to Swadeshi!': IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw makes Cabinet briefing presentation using Zoho instead of Powerpoint

Ashwini Vaishnaw used Zoho Show instead of Microsoft PowerPoint for official presentation

IT Minister Vaishnaw switches to Zoho platform in support of PM Modi's Swadeshi vision

The decision drew immediate appreciation from Zoho's CEO Sridhar Vembu who expressed gratitude for Vaishnaw's support, describing it as significant encouragement for his development team.

IndiaAI Mission to set up over 500 data labs nationwide; AI framework launch within 10 days: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Apart from the 500 data labs, an AI framework will also be launched within 10 days by MeitY and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser.

India to host 2nm chip design as ARM expands in Bengaluru: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Looking ahead, Vaishnaw said the next phase will go beyond chips to also focus on equipment and materials.

US HIRE Bill clouds Indian IT outlook but faces steep political hurdles

The bill proposes a 25 percent tax on certain payments to foreign firms for services consumed in the US, but experts say it is unlikely to pass in its current form.

Global chipmakers like ASML showing interest in India a major confidence signal, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Drawing parallels with India’s steel industry, the minister in an interview to Moneycontrol also said the semiconductor ecosystem will be the next engine of growth for job growth

Sarvam likely to roll out India’s first LLM by early next year, 40,000 GPUs to be empanelled by Centre

Bengaluru-based AI startup Sarvam had bagged a record 4,096 NVIDIA H100 SXM GPUs under the IndiaAI mission, and was the first startup selected to build India’s foundational AI model under the mission.

Ashwini Vaishnaw on India’s Semiconductor Growth, Trump’s IT Impact, and GST Reforms

Will semiconductors become the next big driver of jobs and economic growth in India? Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw believes so. In this exclusive interview, he explains why semiconductors are a foundational industry- just like steel- and how they can supercharge India’s manufacturing sectors, from automobiles to consumer electronics. In a wide ranging conversation, he also spoke about GST reforms, IT jobs, why real money gaming had to go and India's progress in AI Don’t miss this deep dive into India’s high-tech future in conversation with Bodhisatva Ganguli and Chandra R Srikanth

MC Interview | Semiconductor will be the next engine of jobs for the country: Ashwini Vaishnaw on India's steel moment

In a wide-ranging interview, Ashwini Vaishnaw spoke about the measures the government is taking to protect IT jobs amid a wave of anti-outsourcing rhetoric from the US, why GST reforms are a game-changer, why real money gaming had to go and progress on India' s AI initiatives.

DPDP rules to be notified well before next Parliament session: IT minister Vaishnaw

Vaishnaw also said the Centre is engaging gaming industry stakeholders after ban for an orderly transition

No proposal to lift TikTok ban in India, says IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

IT minister Vaishnaw's remarks come amid growing speculation that TikTok could make a comeback in the country as relations between India and China begin to thaw.

Is India’s $300 bn Tech Jobs Under Threat? Ashwini Vaishnaw on Trump Tariffs & Manufacturing Boom

“India is more than just a back office... our design capabilities are expanding globally.” In this insightful Moneycontrol exclusive, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tackles growing concerns around U.S. tariffs and shares how India is solidifying its position in global tech with both manufacturing and design. Key Highlights Include: • The impact of Trump-era tariffs on India’s $300 billion IT sector • India’s strategic engagements with the U.S., Europe, and Japan to safeguard tech jobs • Why electronics manufacturing in India has grown nearly 6x, creating jobs and boosting self-reliance • How India’s talent pool, democracy, and policy stability are attracting global investors • The shift from being merely a services hub to becoming a design-first tech powerhouse Tap into the full interview to understand how India is building resilience and riding the tide of global tech transformation.

India Is No Longer Just a Back Office: Ashwini Vaishnaw on Apple, Tariffs, and Tech Design Shift

“India is no longer just a back office. We are building complete products.” In this exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlines how India's growing design and R&D ecosystem is transforming the global tech landscape. Key Talking Points: • The real impact of Trump-era tariffs on foreign investment • Is Apple slowing down in India—or doubling down? • Why India's product design teams are becoming globally critical • How policy stability and India’s talent pool are attracting top manufacturers • The world’s increasing trust in India as a tech and manufacturing hub Vaishnaw also touches on how hi-tech design capabilities are taking root in India like never before-spurred by talent, trust, and transformation. Watch the full Moneycontrol exclusive now.

Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tax Relief & GST Reform: Consumption to Surge 10% | Moneycontrol Exclusive

In this Moneycontrol Mega Exclusive, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals how India’s recent tax reforms aim to drive economic growth and uplift middle-class households: • How income-tax relief and GST rationalisation are easing burden on salaried families • Why household consumption is expected to climb by 10%, sparking a virtuous cycle of investment and growth • What GST cuts on electronics mean for aspirational upgrades in homes • The minister’s vision for empowering every family, every citizen Watch the full interview with the Railways, I&B, and IT minister on semiconductors, IT jobs, and more!

GST revamp not dictated by external factors: Ashwini Vaishnaw amid US tariffs

Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Delhi, Vaishanaw revealed that the preparations for rolling out next-generation GST reforms started around one-and-a-half years ago.

GST reforms to bring big relief to people who suffered huge tax burden under Congress: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The GST Council's decision to bring all products, except those under the sin and luxury goods category, under 5 per cent and 18 per cent slabs, while reducing it to zero on a host of essential items, will come into effect from September 22, the first day of Navratri.

'We just presented first made in India chip to PM Modi': Ashwini Vaishnaw at Semicon 2025

Developed by ISRO's Semiconductor Lab, Vikram is India's first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, qualified for use in harsh launch vehicle conditions.

IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw meets gaming industry to discuss orderly transition after new law

The meeting comes a few days after IT ministry and DFS officials met stakeholders from the finance industry regarding the new online gaming law

India’s first Made-in-India chip will come from CG Semi’s semiconductor pilot line in Gujarat, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

"This pilot line (G1 facility) will produce 0.5 million chips per day, and our first Made-in-India chip will come from here," Vaishnaw said.

Exclusive: Ashwini Vaishnaw likens RMG to drug menace & Nitin Gadkari calls out petroleum lobby | MC Editor's Picks

Tune in for two Moneycontrol exclusives with Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. Vaishnaw talks about the road ahead post the ban on real money games and Gadkari addresses a wide range of topics from economic reforms, issues in the auto sector and the Bihar electoral roll revision. Also inside: RBI to go steady on rate cuts, Sebi heat on influencers, Walmart’s profits squeezed by investments & more.

From cabinet clearance to President’s assent: India gets a gaming law in 96 hours

New law passed with rare speed, criminalises offering of money games while creating a central authority to regulate the sector.

MC Interview: Govt will back jobs and creative economy as Online Gaming Bill takes shape, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

In an exclusive interview, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the law targets harmful money games but also assured support for affected workers while promoting e-sports and skill-based gaming.

Ashwini Vaishnaw assures support for those impacted by online money gaming ban

Vaishnaw invites industry suggestions to boost esports and online skill gaming ecosystem