India's Department of Science & Technology advances National Mission on Cyber-Physical…
What happened
The Department of Science & Technology is formulating a proposal for the second phase of the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS). This phase is planned to combine with physical artificial intelligence (AI). The mission, which began in December 2018 with an initial five-year term and an outlay of ₹3,660 crore, is also focusing on developing quantum-resilient encryption techniques and post-quantum cryptographic frameworks.
From indiatimes.com
Why it matters
The Department of Science & Technology emphasizes translating research into real-world products and applications. The expansion of NM-ICPS, which is implemented under the leadership of Jitendra Singh, signals a continued national commitment to deep technology and securing critical database systems against quantum threats.
From indiatimes.com
Who's involved
- Department of Science & TechnologyGovernment agency implementing the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems
- Jitendra SinghUnion Minister who oversees and leads the Department of Science & Technology
- Government of IndiaLegislative, executive and judiciary authority under which the Department operates
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- IndiaSpeculative
Government policy shifts might increase national R&D funding and deep tech investment in India.
- Department of Science and TechnologySpeculative
The mandate to commercialize research into products could increase the demand for deep tech solutions.
Policy shifts may encourage industry investment and commercialization of deep tech.
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The entities involved
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TTI
company in Santander, Spain
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Department of Science & Technology
government organization in Lucknow, India
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Jitendra Singh
Indian Politician