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India is a key market for Google’s AI strategy as it reinvents its flagship search product for the generative AI era, shifting from simple information retrieval towards an intelligence-focused product.

Google proposes allowing all RMG apps on Play Store, finalising 'appropriate' business model

Google’s proposal comes as CCI investigates its policies related to the RMG sector in India. The company has been accused of abusing its dominant position, denying market access and misleading warnings during app downloads, among others.

Google approaches Supreme Court to challenge NCLAT's ruling in Play Store dominance case

NCLAT had partially upheld key aspects of the CCI's order and reduced Google's penalty from Rs 936.44 crore to Rs 216.69 crore in March 2025.

From India to the World: Google steps up AI research to help solve real-world challenges

Google DeepMind researchers believe that by building for India's linguistic, economic, and cultural complexity, their work could lay the foundation for solutions that could benefit people across the world.

Google woos Indian students with free Gemini Pro, Veo 3 access for a year

Eligible students, aged 18 and above, will get a free one-year subscription of AI Pro plan, which costs Rs 1,950 a month

Google to roll out ‘AI Mode’ search feature for all users in India

AI Mode is Google's attempt to counter answer engines like Perplexity, which have gained ground over the past couple of years.

Google is offering a free battery fix or Rs 8,500 for these Pixel phone users in India: Check eligibility and other details

The move comes as the company attempts to address long-standing concerns about the device’s thermal and power efficiency.

Google brings Veo 3 AI video generator to Gemini users in India, other markets

Google’s Veo 3 currently stands out among rivals like OpenAI’s Sora and startups such as Pika and Runway for its native audio generation support.

From IPL scorecard to Karachi port: Here are 10 things that India searched on Google in last 24 hours amid tensions with Pakistan

From cricket match updates to geopolitical developments, Google search trends in India over the past 24 hours reflect a wide range of public interest.

Google Play Store case: NCLAT reinstates two more directions from CCI order

NCLAT had partially upheld key aspects of CCI's order and reduced Google's penalty from Rs 936.44 crore to Rs 216.69 crore in March 2025

Indians enthusiastic about AI but adoption remains in its infancy, reveals new Google study

The report indicates that 60% of respondents are unfamiliar with AI, and only 31% have engaged with any Generative AI tools.

Google welcomes CCI's approval for Android TV antitrust settlement proposal

Google became the first company to make use of the settlement scheme introduced under India's competition law in April 2023, which was officially notified in March 2024.

Google restructures its government affairs & public policy team in India amid expansion push

India is Google's largest market in terms of user base for its products. The tech giant has also invested billions of dollars in the country to help bring hundreds of millions of people and local businesses online in recent years.

Google set to open its first retail stores in India in these two locations

The planned stores are expected to span approximately 15,000 square feet and could open within the next six months. These would be the first Google stores outside of the United States

Google Pay VP Ambarish Kenghe to leave after a six-year stint

Ambarish Kenghe was also involved in shaping Google's India strategy and was on the investment committee of the company's $10 billion India Digitisation Fund

Google appoints Preeti Lobana as India country manager, VP

Lobana, who previously served as vice president overseeing Google’s publisher, partner, ads content teams, and gTech, takes over from Sanjay Gupta, who was promoted earlier this year to president of the Asia Pacific region.

Google Maps expands free usage limit for Indian developers

Google has introduced significant changes to its Maps platform by creating more comprehensive and user-friendly applications. Starting March 1, 2025, developers will have free access to Maps, Routes, and other Maps products with a monthly limit.

Google India's FY24 revenue surges 26% to Rs 5,921 crore; Net profit at Rs 1,425 crore

Google India's gross advertising revenue grew to Rs 31,221 crore for the financial year, a 11.3% increase YoY from Rs 28,040 crore in the past year

Google ups AI game in India with localised search, Gemini expansion, skilling, and more

Google unveiled a slew of AI-powered products, features, and enhancements to users and businesses at its 10th Google for India event.

Centre working on a Repairability Index to create an ecosystem for reuse of devices

The index will also aim to standardize how repairability is to be assessed, allowing consumers to compare products based on the repair quotient.

Google’s betting big on India’s growing premium smartphone market with new Pixel phones

The Indian smartphone market’s premium segment has been growing rapidly. Apple has been quick to make inroads in it and Google has its work cut out.

Made-in-India Pixel smartphones start rolling out in the country

Google is looking to scale up its Pixel smartphone business in India in order to capitalise on the rising demand for premium smartphones among consumers

Google India country head Sanjay Gupta elevated as APAC president

India is Google's largest market in terms of users and a critical region for its future growth including its artificial intelligence efforts.

Google to bring Pixel Fold to India for the first time: All the details

“Out with the old. In with the fold. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, for the first time in India,” said Google on the social media platform.

Google Wallet is reportedly available in India now for limited users: Features and more

Google Wallet allows for fast digital payments from your credit or debit cards through your mobile devices. The app has reportedly rolled out for limited number of users