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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged digital platforms at the DNPA Conclave 2026 to revise revenue-sharing models, emphasizing their responsibility for hosted content and online safety. He highlighted the significant threat posed by AI-generated misinformation, which erodes societal trust. The minister warned that if voluntary changes aren't made, legal avenues will be explored.

Trust is now the bedrock of news, dictating audience loyalty and advertiser confidence in a crowded digital space. At the DNPA Conclave 2026, leaders emphasized how AI's rise makes verification crucial, with audiences demanding transparency. Brands are prioritizing credible sources, while revenue models increasingly rely on public faith. India's hyper-digital landscape presents both opportunities and fragility for media.

Veteran journalist Sudhir Chaudhary reflected on Indian television's evolution at the DNPA Conclave 2026, contrasting its nascent days in the mid-90s with today's digital and AI-driven landscape. He emphasized that while technology advances, human oversight remains crucial for news accuracy, as AI can only provide a partial picture, leaving a vital gap for human judgment.

DNPA chairperson Mariam Mammen Mathew highlighted how AI and digital shifts are transforming news creation, distribution, and monetization. She stressed the importance of credible journalism anchoring technological advancements and DNPA's role in fostering collaboration and policy engagement to navigate these disruptions and ensure sustainable growth.

Uttar Pradesh is developing Lucknow as India's first AI city, complete with infrastructure and facilities to support the AI ecosystem. This initiative aims to boost IT sector investment and improve government efficiency. The upcoming Maha Kumbh will feature an AI-powered multilingual translation system in its hospital ICU.

Pulsus Group is establishing an AI-based pharma healthcare IT hub in Ameenpur, Telangana, costing Rs 300 crore and creating around 50,000 jobs. Announced at the Indian Pharmaceutical Congress, the project aims to enhance drug development and healthcare delivery. Telangana's minister emphasized AI's potential to make treatments more affordable and boost the state's pharma industry.

The ministry of defence (MoD) on Tuesday said defence minister Rajnath Singh will host a defence ministers' conclave on February 14, on the sidelines of Aero India 2023.

TG Sitharam, chairman of AICTE, stresses the importance of equipping the workforce to face AI challenges. He emphasizes the need for diverse opinions, proper upskilling, and collaboration between academia and industry for a tech-ready workforce.