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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sify Technologies (SIFY) Sees 14% YoY Revenue Growth in Q1 2026
Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:SIFY) is one of the Best Indian Stocks to Buy for Next 5 Years. The company remains focused on its commitment to cost efficiency and fiscal discipline despite navigating an increasingly complex business environment. The company saw revenues of INR10,723 million in Q1 2026, reflecting an increase of 14% YoY. The revenue split among the businesses was as follows: Network services (41%), Data Center services (37%), and Digital services (22%). During the quarter, Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:SIFY) commissioned 8.6 MW of additional data center capacity. A high-tech telecommunications equipment site with cutting-edge antennas and satellite dishes. Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:SIFY) highlighted that national programs such as Digital India and the India AI mission are resulting in investment in compute infrastructure and digital access, with regulatory clarity unlocking private capital into hyperscale data centers, 5G, and beyond. Moving forward, the company plans to deepen its focus on enabling AI workloads and bringing a new generation of forward-thinking enterprises. Given Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:SIFY)'s integrated infrastructure, digital infrastructure, and proven service maturity, it remains uniquely placed to lead. Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ:SIFY) provides information and communication technology solutions and services in India and internationally. It has its headquarters in Chennai, India. While we acknowledge the potential of SIFY as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 13 Cheap AI Stocks to Buy According to Analysts and 11 Unstoppable Growth Stocks to Invest in Now Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Sanskrit Universities to link up via shared digital library
Central Sanskrit University (CSU) NEW DELHI: In a move set to transform access to Sanskrit manuscripts and research, the Central Sanskrit University (CSU), New Delhi, has announced plans to develop a shared digital library platform linking Sanskrit universities and institutions across India. This initiative, officials said, will significantly advance the government's flagship Digital India campaign while preserving and disseminating the country's rich knowledge traditions. The decision was taken at the second meeting of CSU's central library committee held at the university's headquarters in Janakpuri. CSU vice chancellor professor. Srinivas Varakhedi, who chaired the meeting, said the digital platform would ensure seamless access to critical Sanskrit texts, manuscripts, and research materials from a single location. 'The CSU library is playing a significant role in Sanskrit literature, research and education. This shared digital library will safeguard and disseminate the digital heritage of Indian culture and knowledge, while also fulfilling the vision of a digitally empowered India,' he said. The Sanskrit Library Network and Sanskrit Libraries Consortium will manage the operations of the platform. According to officials, the initiative will allow Sanskrit universities and institutions nationwide to exchange resources and collaborate more effectively, promoting teaching and research in traditional Indian knowledge systems. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The meeting also reviewed plans for expanding ICT resources, digitising collections, upgrading library facilities to meet the needs of students and researchers, and renovating libraries at CSU's headquarters and its Devprayag campus. 'This digital library platform will be a historic milestone in preserving and promoting Sanskrit knowledge and science,' said Varakhedi, adding that a nationwide dialogue would also be organised among Sanskrit universities to strengthen collaboration. The meeting was attended by CSU registrar RG Muralikrishna; Ramesh Chandra Gaud, dean (administrative), Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, Delhi; Madan Mohan Jha, dean, academic affairs; Shridhar Mishra, director, CSU Jammu Campus; Hansdhar Jha, director, Sringeri Campus; Deepak Kapade, librarian, KKSU Ramtek, Nagpur; and library experts from other leading Sanskrit institutions.
Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Empowering youth to thrive in an AI-powered world
In a world where a single button press can unleash AI's potential—crafting eloquent letters, solving complex math problems, or diagnosing crop diseases—knowledge, speed, and opportunity are at our fingertips. For India's 37 crore youth, with 65% under the age of 35, this technology promises to shape a future rich with opportunity. Yet, the same technology can spread misinformation, generate deepfakes, or complete exams without fostering deep and meaningful learning. Without guidance, the line between learning and mere replication blurs, and many young users risk trusting AI's outputs without questioning their validity or knowing what questions to ask. As India stands on the cusp of a technological revolution, with its AI market projected to reach ₹66,700 crores, empowering its youth is an urgent necessity. Tho executives had spotted the early signs of a trend that has since become clear: artificial intelligence is transforming the way that people navigate the web.(REUTERS) India's digital revolution has been nothing short of extraordinary. Internet subscriptions rose from 25 crore in 2014 to nearly 97 crores by mid-2024, while the smartphone penetration has reached 80 crore users, with 75% rural adoption. This unprecedented connectivity has revolutionised access to information, commerce, and opportunity, particularly for the youth poised to shape India's future. Yet, access alone cannot unlock India's potential. The true measure of this transformation lies in Inclusive AI empowerment to bridge the digital divide, harnessing AI's disruptive potential and embracing the gig future, and collective, responsible, and focused efforts for large-scale, youth-centric initiatives. The digital divide in India is no longer just about connectivity. With smartphones and data plans becoming increasingly affordable and accessible, the bigger question is how young people are using these tools. Are they engaging with technology to learn, to acquire relevant skills, to contribute to civic actions and nation-building? Or are they more vulnerable than ever to screen addiction, algorithmic manipulation, and misinformation? In this new paradigm, digital wellbeing is about quality, not quantity. While government efforts like Digital India, PMGDISHA, and the National AI Mission have laid the groundwork for digital infrastructure and policy, their long-term success depends on whether India's youth—particularly those in schools and colleges—are being equipped to engage with these technologies ethically, critically, and productively. India's youth no longer dream only of conventional jobs in fixed offices. Increasingly, they are adapting to a gig-based economy where flexibility, autonomy, and multi-skilling are key. What was once considered precarious or informal is now becoming the dominant model for how organisations operate. While the formal sector is becoming less elastic, the gig sector is evolving; demanding greater reliability, offering more structure, even benefits. This is not a passing trend. It is a permanent economic shift—and India must act quickly to help young people thrive in this new reality. To enable this, we must embed AI-driven upskilling into mainstream education and workforce development. Every student must graduate not just with a degree, but with real-world problem-solving experience using modern digital tools. Adaptability, Disruptive thinking, Entrepreneurship Mindsets are the capabilities that will help our youth stand out. Our policies must recognise gig workers as full economic contributors. This includes ensuring portable benefits, accessible healthcare, and long-term career mobility. Startups and small businesses—which already function in agile, flexible modes—should be encouraged to adopt gig-friendly hiring models without the heavy overheads of traditional employment, but also without compromising worker protections. What India needs is a new contract with its youth—one that acknowledges and supports their evolving relationship with is not the enemy. Outdated, inflexible systems are. AI has introduced uncertainty and fear into the hearts of many young people. They wonder: 'Will I be replaced by a machine?' 'Will there be any 'human' work left to do?' This anxiety has real consequences; it influences career choices, mental health, and faith in institutions. India needs to actively counter this fear with structured assurance. This assurance must come from all quarters—philanthropists, educators, entrepreneurs, and the State. It starts with national campaigns that reposition AI not as a threat but as a collaborative tool. Young people must see examples of AI improving livelihoods; farmers using predictive models, doctors diagnosing faster, teachers customizing learning. The narrative must shift from replacement to augmentation. Educational institutions must become hubs of experimentation where students use AI to solve local challenges. These spaces, AI for Livelihood labs in schools and colleges, can foster not just digital fluency but also innovation and resilience. The education system must also teach digital resilience: how to question AI's outputs, identify bias, protect one's data, and engage responsibly online. We must prepare youth not just for a digital future, but for a digital future. This transformation demands that the nation's most powerful actors, from venture capitalists and tech founders to policymakers and media houses, redefine their roles. That means building safe digital spaces for young creators and learners. It means investing in AI tools that are transparent, locally relevant, and ethical by design. It means partnering with civil society to develop and scale skilling models that reflect India's regional and linguistic diversity. And most of all, it means listening to the aspirations and fears of young people—not just speaking on their behalf. We are at a critical juncture. The fear of being left behind in a hyper-digital world is real. But so is the opportunity to leapfrog into a future where Indian youth are not just consumers of technology, but creators of it. Let us move from digital anxiety to digital agency. Let us build a future that doesn't just accommodate our youth, but is imagined and led by them. This article is authored by Saurabh Johri, director, Piramal School of Leadership, Piramal Foundation.
Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
KLES Hospital in Belagavi goes paperless; saves 1.5k trees annually
Belagavi: Taking a significant step towards digital transformation, the KLES Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital and MRC, Belagavi, adopted fully paperless administration. According to hospital sources, the hospital used around 12.5 million pages of paper annually, and by taking this step, it will save more than 1,500 trees. Speaking to media at KLE Hospital on Tuesday, Col Dr Dayanand, medical director of KLE Hospital Belagavi, said that KLE Hospital became fully paperless hospital in Karnataka, powered by Presco Paperless Solutions. With over 50,000 patient records handled annually, KLE's paperless transformation is estimated to save more than 10 to 12.5 million pages each year, equivalent to preserving approximately 1,250 to 1,500 trees, creating a powerful and measurable impact on the environment. KLE Society successfully implemented this paperless transformation at their 1,200-bedded healthcare setup — a massive and complex undertaking — which is a testament to their commitment to excellence. Under this initiative, all clinical, administrative, and operational processes at the hospital have been fully digitised. Presco, a unique health-tech innovation award-winning technology, transformed patient medical records electronically, completely eliminating paper-based processes and reducing administrative burdens. This resulted in improved efficiency, significant cost savings, and enhanced data accuracy. In his message, Prabhakar Kore, chairman of KLE, stated that their vision was to offer the highest quality of care while keeping pace with the evolving needs of healthcare delivery. This paperless initiative is a step forward in creating a smart, transparent, and environmentally responsible healthcare system. KLE has taken a pioneering step towards the Digital India mission envisioned by the Prime Minister, he said, urging all healthcare institutions to move towards digital transformation. Vikram Totre, co-founder of Neuralbits Technologies, said that KLE Society plans to extend this paperless transformation across all its hospitals in the country. Importantly, Presco's platform is fully compliant with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) guidelines, ensuring seamless integration with India's national digital health ecosystem and offering the highest standards of data privacy and cybersecurity, he explained.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Samarth' to streamline all higher edu processes
Lucknow: To digitise higher education and make it transparent, efficient and technology-driven, state govt will implement 'Samarth' portal across all universities and colleges in academic year 2025-26. Samarth platform simplifies faculty promotions, admissions, salary disbursement, examination and research grants. As per higher education department's roadmap, by the end of 2025, all private ERP systems in institutions will be phased out and Samarth will be the exclusive system in use, thus reducing administrative burden and streamlining workflow in higher education institutions. tnn All govt universities and affiliated colleges in UP have registered on Samarth and many are using it for salary processing, expense management, leave tracking, admissions and exams, while online student registrations are underway. Under career advancement scheme, teachers will find it easier to apply for promotions while selection process will be transparent and trackable. State govt has introduced centralised admission system from Jul 2025 and all admissions will take place through a unified portal. The portal's trial phase is running successfully. Besides, govt is also working on a separate online portal for conducting seminars, research projects, awards and academic grants to make it easier and more transparent for academicians and researchers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo Higher education minister Yogendra Upadhyay said govt was committed not only to realising vision of Digital India but also aimed to make UP a leading state in quality and transparency of higher education. Lucknow: To digitise higher education and make it transparent, efficient and technology-driven, state govt will implement 'Samarth' portal across all universities and colleges in academic year 2025-26. Samarth platform simplifies faculty promotions, admissions, salary disbursement, examination and research grants. As per higher education department's roadmap, by the end of 2025, all private ERP systems in institutions will be phased out and Samarth will be the exclusive system in use, thus reducing administrative burden and streamlining workflow in higher education institutions. tnn All govt universities and affiliated colleges in UP have registered on Samarth and many are using it for salary processing, expense management, leave tracking, admissions and exams, while online student registrations are underway. Under career advancement scheme, teachers will find it easier to apply for promotions while selection process will be transparent and trackable. State govt has introduced centralised admission system from Jul 2025 and all admissions will take place through a unified portal. The portal's trial phase is running successfully. Besides, govt is also working on a separate online portal for conducting seminars, research projects, awards and academic grants to make it easier and more transparent for academicians and researchers. Higher education minister Yogendra Upadhyay said govt was committed not only to realising vision of Digital India but also aimed to make UP a leading state in quality and transparency of higher education.
