Science TechnologyMonday, 28 September 2026·The Hindu - Science
IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in AI launched under MeitY mission in Thiruvananthapuram
MeitY IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence will be launched on 30 September 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 30 September 2026, the MeitY IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (CAIK) is set to be launched in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, under the IndiaAI Mission of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Key specifics
- The centre is named CAIK, short for Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence.
- It is established under the IndiaAI Mission of MeitY.
- Digital University Kerala is the implementing agency.
- Innovation Incubator Advisory Pvt. Ltd. is the industry partner.
- The first cohort will include 15 start-ups.
Exam lens
Question type: Science & technology current affairs; IndiaAI Mission, MeitY, Digital University Kerala, 15 start-ups, Thiruvananthapuram. TNPSC may ask which ministry launched the AI centre and who the implementing agency is.