January 9, 2019

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Industry News: Information and Communications

Data storage: Enterprise set to become world’s data stewardedit

The Financial Express

As India accelerates in its journey to digital transformation, there will inevitably be a data deluge. With technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) becoming central for business productivity and governance alike, a solid digital strategy will be the key to success in the data age,” he said.

Data StorageIoT
The mysterious lull in big technology ideasedit

Mint

This may seem like an odd time to question the ingenuity of the technology sector. With news of artificial intelligence (A.I.), automation and machine-learning swirling around, the technology space looks like a bright spot in a dull economy. Mega venture funds and frothy startup valuations seem to bear out this optimism.

AIMachine Learning
The dangers of Artificial Intelligenceedit

The Asian Age

Artificial Intelligence — this was something that was vague a few years ago. No one knew what it really meant. No one knew what it really did. But 2018 saw a boost of artificial intelligence in almost everything — from speakers to air conditioners, smartphones to cars. With AI and ML (Machine Learning) hand-in-hand, things can be automated to glory, without much human intervention.

Artificial Intelligence
Long way before Artificial Intelligence systems take over humans jobs: Studyedit

Indian Express

Artificial intelligence (AI) systems have a long way to go before they can take over tasks and jobs traditionally performed by people, say scientists who highlighted the severe limitations of deep learning computer networks.

Artificial Intelligence
5G rollout: DoT asks technical body to finalise IoT, M2M standards in 2 monthsedit

Business Today

The Department of Telecom has asked its technical body to finalise standards for Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine technology in two months as the country aspires to roll out 5G services at par with the rest of the world.

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Industry News: Future of Mobility

Why is the Modi govt lagging in auto reforms?edit

Money Control 

As the tenure of the Narendra Modi-led government comes to a close later this year, several of its promises aimed towards reforming the automotive sector remains a pipe dream.

Automotive Sector
Govt lists out steps taken to promote EVs in Indiaedit

Autocar Professional

In order to promote electric vehicles, the government has notified for retro-fitment of the hybrid electric system or electric kit to vehicles and has specified the type approval procedure of electric hybrid vehicles. In addition, to provide EVs with a distinct identification the registration mark for battery operated vehicles is to be on a plate with green background.

Electric Vehicles

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Solar power sector: 2019 outlookedit

ET EnergyWorld

The country’s solar power generation capacity grew to 26,000 MW by end of September 2018 which comprises 87 per cent (23 GW) of utility-scale solar and about 13 per cent (3 GW) of rooftop solar projects

Solar Energy
India needs hourly electricity tariffs: IEEFAedit

ET Energy World

As India’s reliance on renewable energy increases, IEEFA notes there will be increased need for firming capacity to back up renewables at times of high demand

ElectricityRenewable Energy
Andhra Pradesh Reveals New Wind-Solar Hybrid Policyedit

Mercom India

The Andhra Pradesh government has issued Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Policy-2018 to encourage energy generation from wind and solar hybrid projects in the state. The state government has set a target to achieve 18,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by the financial year 2021-22, which is 10 percent of the national target.

Renewable Energy
Renewable capacity addition may surge by 50% in 2019edit

Mint

After a year of relative lull, renewable energy will be back on track in 2019 with new plants being set up and the introduction of the much anticipated policy on battery storage. This will also be the year when floating solar projects will add significant capacity to the country’s generation scene, according to the India RE 2019 Outlook published by renewable energy consultancy Bridge to India.

Renewable Energy
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