India Semiconductor Mission

India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 set for Rs 1.2 lakh crore boost with finance ministry nod

The proposal is now likely to be taken to the Union Cabinet for final approval around mid-April.

Iran war: Closure of Strait of Hormuz unlikely to delay ISM 2.0 rollout

The strait is a key corridor for India's energy shipments and petrochemical feedstock used in chip manufacturing and a prolonged disruption can affect the availability and pricing of specialised gases and chemicals used in fabrication

India's semiconductor sector eyes Budget 2026 for execution push

India’s semiconductor industry is heading into Union Budget 2026 with a clear ask: shift focus from building capacity to delivering outcomes

Pax Silica and India’s semiconductor reality check

India must leverage geopolitics — through trusted partnerships and technology agreements — to secure functional inclusion in resilient supply chains

'Bring back your best engineers': Intel chief's message to India on semicon expansion

Intel boss also spoke about Intel's collaboration with the Tata Group, which will involve packaging products in India for AI PCs

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan says company 'committed to support India Semiconductor Mission' after meeting PM Modi

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s remarks add endorsement to Centre's plan to scale domestic chip design and manufacturing in the country.

UP Tech Next Summit: Talent, R&D and startup support key to India’s semiconductor push, say industry leaders

IESA’s Ashok Chandak said the semiconductor sector could face a shortage of at least 700,000 workers globally by 2030, spanning design, manufacturing and other parts of the industry.

Govt readies India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, final touches underway: MeitY Secy S Krishnan

Krishnan says nearly all of ISM’s first-phase funds committed; new version to be unveiled soon

Semiconductor success — A step-by-step strategy

For India to become a global chip-making hub, the government must take a staggered approach

Mohali-based chip maker CDIL plans power semiconductor push, EVs in focus after nod from Centre

The Mohali-based chipmaker is also preparing for a rapid scale up of its strategic partnership with Germany’s Infineon, and the first devices are expected to roll out within months. This quick ramp up is backed by CDIL’s infrastructure and existing customer approvals across industries.

Govt relaxes SEZ norms for manufacturing chips, electronic components

The minimum land required for setting up a factory has been reduced to 10 hectares from 50 hectares in special economic zones for semiconductors and electronic components and to 4 hectares from 20 in multi-product SEZs

UP emerging as hub for high-end electronics production: CM Yogi Adityanath on Rs 3,700 crore semiconductor plant at Jewar

After the semiconductor manufacturing plant at Jewar was announced, CM Yogi tweeted: "Under the leadership of PM Modi, the Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of a semiconductor unit in Uttar Pradesh's Yamuna Authority region (YEIDA) - a historic step towards 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'."

Industry leaders seek budgetary boost to fuel India's semiconductor ambitions

The industry has called for a substantial increase in the PLI scheme for semiconductors, more funds for R&D and investment in skilling and training programmes as chip wars intensify

KASFAB Tools enters semiconductor manufacturing, seeks play in $125-billion market

KASFAB's facility marks a significant entry for India into the global semiconductor supply chain, with the firm initially focusing on manufacturing legacy equipment for established players

Global AI Conclave: Component PLI on the horizon, US semiconductor players showing interest, says MeitY secretary S Krishnan

India’s upcoming PLI scheme for components aims to deepen the electronics value chain, as US semiconductor firms eye expansion in the country.

We are open to partnering with Indian companies for semiconductor R&D: IBM’s Sandip Patel

After its partnership with L&T this month and an MoU with the Indian government, the technology giant is now gearing up to leverage its global semiconductor R&D capabilities for new customers in India.

What does India need to do for semiconductor success?

The intricacies of the microchip industry demand a patient and phased approach

Tata Electronics planning 2 more fabs in Gujarat: Report

Some of the infrastructure being built for the first fab may be utilised across all three fabs, potentially reducing the investment needed for the subsequent phases

Semiconductor success — The key is to make the system bug-free

Cabinet nod for one more chip-making unit underlines India’s hardware drive, but the rebooting has to be smooth

MeitY seeks project management firm to oversee progress of semiconductor programme

The government launched the India Semiconductor Mission in December 2021, announcing a Rs 76,000-crore chip incentive scheme

India plans a Rs 44,000-crore boost to become electronics powerhouse: Report

The task force aims to simplify business operations for global firms designing products in India, proposing strategies to manage and leverage standard essential patents (SEPs) to safeguard domestic companies.

Kaynes SemiCon cans plan for chip assembly unit in Telangana, relocates to Sanand: Reports

Kaynes Technology has already applied for central government incentives for its proposed OSAT at Sanand, and the application is expected to be approved in the next few days

Next version of India's semiconductor scheme to focus on chip design: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister says semiconductor programme to be expanded and the government will support fab equipment manufacturers and suppliers of chemicals and gases to chipmakers