Data Center
India Plans Uninterrupted Power Supply for Growing Data Centers
The Ministry of Power is actively working to ensure a stable power supply for data centers, which are expanding rapidly due to the increasing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and other data-intensive technologies. To address this, the ministry is collaborating with various departments to develop a comprehensive roadmap for meeting the energy needs of these […]
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India’s Optical Fiber Surge Fueled by AI, 5G, and Data Center Expansion
India’s optical fiber cable sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by rapid digitalization, expanding 5G networks, and the increasing adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence (AI). According to a recent CBRE report, India’s data center capacity is projected to nearly double from 950 MW to 1,800 MW by 2026. Key Drivers of Data Center Growth […]
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Reliance Jio to Build Largest Data Center in Jamnagar
Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries is reportedly planning to build the world’s largest data center in Jamnagar, India, with a colossal capacity of three gigawatts to cater to the surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI). If completed, the facility would dwarf Microsoft’s 600-megawatt data center in Virginia, currently the largest in the world. According to Bloomberg, […]
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India’s Data Centre Capacity to Exceed 2 GW by FY27
The capacity of India’s data center industry is projected to more than double, reaching 2-2.3 GW by fiscal 2027, according to Crisil Ratings. This growth is fueled by increased digitalization across the economy and the rising adoption of cloud storage by enterprises. Additionally, the expanding penetration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is expected to significantly […]
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Data Centers and 5G Expansion Fueling Fiber Cable Boom
A data centre boom globally, in addition to rapid 5G rollouts, is silently propelling the growth of another ancillary industry: Optic fibre cables (OFCs). With top dollar expected to flow into the segment in the next decade, service providers and fibre manufacturers are looking to simultaneously strengthen deployment locally and double down on building capacities […]
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BSNL to Lease Land Assets to Data Centers and Renewable Firms in Major Turnaround Effort
Indian state-owned telecom BSNL is reportedly set to lease its extensive land assets to data center operators and renewable energy companies, aiming to revitalize its telecom business. BSNL Chairman Robert K Ravi stated that the company is exploring various options to monetize property assets across India, including telephone exchanges and office facilities, either by leasing […]
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NICSI to Build New Data Centre in Guwahati
The National Informatics Centre Services Inc. (NICSI) is developing a new data center in North Guwahati, Assam, slated to begin operations by March 2025. This facility, funded by a grant from the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) and costing over Rs 600 crore, will be India’s sixth national data center. Initially planned with a […]
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India’s Data Centre Market Expected to Reach $8 Billion by 2025
India’s data centre market, valued at $7 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% to reach $8 billion by 2025, according to a report by 1Lattice, a tech-enabled market intelligence firm. The report also predicts that the country’s data centre capacity will increase from 1,150 MW […]
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Google Signs Nuclear Power Deal to Fuel AI Data Centers
Google has announced the world’s first corporate agreement to purchase nuclear energy from small modular reactors (SMRs), developed by Kairos Power, to power its artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This move is part of Google’s ongoing effort to accelerate clean energy adoption and meet its ambitious 24/7 carbon-free energy goals. Nuclear Power for AI Under the […]
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Verizon Leverages AI to Enhance Call Center Efficiency
When people think of GenAI, ChatGPT often comes to mind, but limiting the technology to chatbots is a mistake, according to a Verizon executive. Pranay Bajpai, VP of Digital and Assisted Experience Systems at Verizon, emphasized that GenAI is much broader than just conversational tools. He explained that Verizon is initially using AI in its […]
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