The Google AI hub is a $15 billion investment over five years (2026-2030). It will feature gigawatt-scale data centre operations, a subsea cable network, and clean energy solutions. AdaniConneX and Airtel will collaborate closely to drive AI workloads in India, according to a company statement.

The project will expand India’s AI capabilities with purpose-built data centre infrastructure. It also emphasizes sustainability through co-investment in transmission lines, clean energy generation, and innovative energy storage systems, strengthening both the data centre and India’s electricity grid.

Gautam Adani called the partnership historic and transformative for India’s digital landscape. Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian said the AI hub will unlock growth for businesses, researchers, and creators. The project is expected to drive economic growth, digital inclusivity, and create tens of thousands of jobs in technology, construction, and clean energy across Visakhapatnam and beyond.

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FM Sitharaman credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership since 2014 for shaping India’s technology-driven growth. She noted that policy enablers and institutional reforms have strengthened governance and fostered an innovation ecosystem. According to her, India’s framework has positioned the country as a global hub for emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.

She also appreciated Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for promoting technology-led growth, citing his role in Hyderabad’s development as an IT hub. “With his vision, Andhra Pradesh is ideal for India’s first AI hub,” FM Sitharaman said. She emphasized the synergy between central and state governments, which helps India maintain an edge in the global AI race.

The Finance Minister said proactive governance and enabling policies will help India achieve a developed nation status by 2047. “With today’s vision, India is well on the way to becoming a ‘Viksit Bharat’,” she concluded, highlighting the importance of forward-thinking leadership.

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To tackle fraud in the financial sector, SEBI and NPCI have launched dedicated UPI handles for registered intermediaries. Major brokers covering over 90% of investors and all mutual funds have enabled these secure handles.

The SEBI Check platform allows investors to verify UPI IDs and bank accounts of registered intermediaries before making payments. This ensures privacy, security, audit trails, and quick detection of mismatches.

FM Sitharaman emphasized responsible regulation, innovation, and growth in the FinTech and AI sectors. India now contributes 16% of global AI talent and aims to become a hub for AI-enabled products and services.

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