IBM, MeitY Startup Hub sign MoU to boost India's deep-tech startup ecosystem

IANS | October 13, 2026 3:19 PM

Mumbai, Oct 13 (IANS) IBM and MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating the growth of India's deep-tech startup ecosystem through technology access, mentorship, skilling support and enterprise engagement opportunities, it was announced on Tuesday.

India regulating AI without stifling innovation and investment: IBM’s Sandip Patel

IANS | October 13, 2026 3:06 PM

Mumbai, Oct 13 (IANS) India is taking a very smart approach to regulation when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), regulating to the point where they are not stifling innovation and investment, Sandip Patel, MD, IBM India and South Asia, said on Tuesday, adding that AI governance is very, very critical at this crucial juncture.

IMF cuts China's growth forecast to 4.5 pc amid weak demand

IANS | October 13, 2026 3:04 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday lowered its forecast for China’s economic growth in 2026 to 4.5 per cent, citing persistent weakness in domestic demand despite strong export performance, a report has said.