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BECIL and C-DAC sign MoU for AI, ML, 5G and IoT digital transformation
BECIL and C-DAC signed an MoU on 18 April 2026 to collaborate on AI, ML, 5G and IoT solutions.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 18 April 2026, Broadcast Engineering Consultants India Limited (BECIL) signed a digital transformation MoU with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Key specifics
- MoU date: 18 April 2026.
- Partner organisations: BECIL and C-DAC.
- Technology areas: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, 5G and Internet of Things.
- BECIL was established in 1995 as a Mini Ratna PSU.
- C-DAC was established in 1988 and is headquartered in Pune.
Exam lens
Science and technology MCQ, MoU, AI/ML, 5G, IoT, PSU and R&D body; TNPSC may ask the ministry, date and the two organisations involved.