Karnataka's Digital Landscape
Karnataka's Digital Landscape
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As India’s startup ecosystem moves beyond just metro cities, Jaipur-based Vivekananda Global University is betting that founders no longer need to leave their hometowns to build ambitious businesses.
Kolkata is emerging as a promising AI startup hub with companies innovating in conversational AI, robotics, analytics, healthcare, and automation. Supported by affordable infrastructure, technical talent, and growing digital adoption, the city is steadily strengthening its role in India’s expanding artificial intelligence ecosystem.
A Bengaluru-based company is drawing attention for its innovative approach to wastewater management by converting sewage and industrial wastewater into clean reusable water and biogas.At a time when fuel prices and environmental concerns continue to rise, the company’s sustainable model is being seen as an important step towards circular economy practices and resource conservation.
Hyderabad-based private space launch startup Skyroot Aerospace on Thursday said it has raised $60 million in a fresh funding round led by existing investors Sherpalo Ventures and Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC, becoming India’s first space-tech unicorn.
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
The Karnataka government proposes to set up incubation centres across emerging technology clusters outside Bengaluru, as part of its efforts to strengthen the startup ecosystem in tier-2 cities.
Arguing that the 2026-27 Union Budget is a Yuva Shakti-based Budget, the finance minister stated that it is based on three kartavyas: accelerating growth, capacity building, and inclusive participation in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat. The speech has highlighted structural changes, technology-based governance, and long-term state investment as components of the economic policy.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal today urged medtech startups to look beyond the domestic market, leverage India’s expanding trade agreements covering nearly 70% of global GDP, and scale affordable innovations to serve both India and the world.
Inside VGU’s bet on Tier II founders and Rajasthan’s startup future
As India’s startup ecosystem moves beyond just metro cities, Jaipur-based Vivekananda Global University is betting that founders no longer need to leave their hometowns to build ambitious businesses.
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
National Technology Day: Why the new ‘SHAKTI’ doctrine is a real moonshot for innovation
On May 11th, 1998, the Thar Desert shook and the world held its breath, witnessing India’s Operation Shakti: India’s arrival as a scientific and strategic power had been stamped in the sands of time.
Orchestrating tech-innovation on ‘National Technology Day’
As India advances towards 2047, Science, Technology and Innovation will continue to play an increasingly important role in catalysing economic growth, strategic autonomy, societal transformation, and a sustainable future
Inside VGU’s bet on Tier II founders and Rajasthan’s startup future
As India’s startup ecosystem moves beyond just metro cities, Jaipur-based Vivekananda Global University is betting that founders no longer need to leave their hometowns to build ambitious businesses.
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
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Inside VGU’s bet on Tier II founders and Rajasthan’s startup future
As India’s startup ecosystem moves beyond just metro cities, Jaipur-based Vivekananda Global University is betting that founders no longer need to leave their hometowns to build ambitious businesses.
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
National Technology Day: Why the new ‘SHAKTI’ doctrine is a real moonshot for innovation
On May 11th, 1998, the Thar Desert shook and the world held its breath, witnessing India’s Operation Shakti: India’s arrival as a scientific and strategic power had been stamped in the sands of time.
Orchestrating tech-innovation on ‘National Technology Day’
As India advances towards 2047, Science, Technology and Innovation will continue to play an increasingly important role in catalysing economic growth, strategic autonomy, societal transformation, and a sustainable future
Inside VGU’s bet on Tier II founders and Rajasthan’s startup future
As India’s startup ecosystem moves beyond just metro cities, Jaipur-based Vivekananda Global University is betting that founders no longer need to leave their hometowns to build ambitious businesses.
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
India’s nascent semiconductor sector faces China’s push in older chips
Ahead of India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant coming online later this year, serious concerns have been raised by tech experts as China rapidly expands production capacity of mature-node chips — the very segment New Delhi is betting on to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem, with the new entrant
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
Maharashtra should strengthen semiconductor ecosystem to compete with other states: MASc chairman
He was speaking at an event here on Sunday to launch the golden jubilee celebration of MASc which functions under the state government’s auspices. Jointly organised with the Institution of Engineers India on the occasion of National Technology Day, the event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative logo and launch of the academy’s redesigned digital portal.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
MIT Bengaluru opens rare chip fab exposure to students
Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Bengaluru, part of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), is strengthening India’s semiconductor talent pipeline with practical, industry-linked learning. The institute is focusing on real-world exposure instead of only classroom teaching, aiming to support India’s push to become a global semiconductor hub.
ABOUT KDEM
Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, initiative of Government of Karnataka, designed to function as the knowledge bridge between the Government of Karnataka and industry to accelerate growth and investments in the field of of IT, Bt and S&T sectors in Karnataka.
A not-for-profit, Section ‘8’ organization under the aegis of the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, driven by highly skilled, energetic and dynamic professionals. Industry Partners are ASSOCHAM, IESA & NASSCOM.
A not-for-profit, Section ‘8’ organization under the aegis of the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, driven by highly skilled, energetic and dynamic professionals. Industry Partners are ASSOCHAM, IESA & NASSCOM.
Our Focus Areas
KDEM will help guide growth and investments in five core sectors. An advocacy council has been set up for each vertical to guide the management in its goals. The council helps in designing sector-specific strategies and its implementation. KDEM also facilitates in execution of short-term and long term projects. The focus is to achieve annual goals, increase investment flow and align existing activities within the overall KDEM goals.
IT Products & Services, BPM
and GCC Promotion
Startups
and Innovation
Electronics Systems Design and
Manufacturing (ESDM)
Beyond Bengaluru
Talent Accelerator
KDEM led Initiatives
PAST EVENTS
February 16 Friday
EMERGE-2024: A CUTTING-EDGE INNOVATION EVENT HOSTED BY IFIA BHARAT AND SECTION INFIN-8 FOUNDATION
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November 4, 2021
The Big Tech Show
@ Mysuru
- Venue : Radisson Mysuru
October 14, 2021
Mangaluru Technovanza
- Venue : TA Pai Conference Auditorium, Mangaluru
September 30, 2021
Impact & Innovation @ Hubballi/Dharwad/Belgaum
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Venue : Fairfield by Mariott,
Belgaum
Multiple sessions
Knowledge Dissemination Series for Beyond Bengaluru Start-Up Grid
- Venue : Online/ Hybrid
Resources
Handbook On Digital Economy Policies, Programs & Incentives In Karnataka
Karnataka is the bright spot in the developmental story of India. It epitomizes the best of
many worlds. Karnataka is a land of ancient heritage, scenic beauty, thriving wildlife and rich
culture. It is also a land of innovation, industry and a rich talent pool.Home to the Silicon Valley of India, it is a leader in sectors such as IT & ITeS, Machine Tools, Aerospace & Defence, ESDM, Biotechnology, R&D, and Engineering Design.
Making Digital Platforms Work for asia and the Pacific
Platforms have been transformative, drastically challenging traditional business models. Digital platform-enabled companies have radically reduced the market shares of traditionally dominant firms and generated modern forms of employment like cloud work, “gig” work or local on-demand work, and informal entrepreneurial work.
Digital Leadership and
the GIG Economy
Digitalization refers to the fourth industrial revolution and gig economy is its latest advancement. Digitalization is fast, and ongoing and now arguably ubiquitous all over the world. The developed countries have embraced digitalization and are now reaping the benefits from it.