The National Cyber Security Coordinator’s office, in collaboration with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI), has initiated ‘TechSagar’, a comprehensive online platform mapping India’s technological abilities. Its primary function is to provide valuable insights into the capabilities of Indian academia, industry, and research across 25 diverse technology disciplines, including Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The portal currently hosts profiles of more than 4,000 entities that demonstrate India’s technological prowess.
TechSagar and its Significance
TechSagar serves as an up-to-date repository of information about key contributors to India’s tech landscape. It is regularly refreshed with data about new entities, maintaining its relevance and utility as the technology sphere evolves. This dynamic digital resource plays a crucial role in facilitating new opportunities for commerce and academia to connect, collaborate, and innovate for the future.
The Impact of Cyber Crime on Economic Growth
The global economy suffers an average loss of 2.5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) due to cybercrime alone. This startling fact presents a considerable barrier to India’s goal of expanding to a $5 trillion economy by 2025. By providing an amalgamated view of India’s tech capacities, TechSagar aims to combat this economic threat posed by cybercrime, thus playing a pivotal role in stimulating growth and innovation.
| Tech Area | Number of Entities |
|---|---|
| Internet of Things (IoT) | 1200 |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 950 |
| Data Security | 700 |
| Other Technologies | 1150 |
National Cyber Security Coordinator
Established by the Prime Minister’s Office in 2014, the role of the National Cyber Security Coordinator was conceived to liaise with various national agencies on matters concerning cybersecurity. The coordination and consolidation of the country’s cyber protection efforts are overseen by the office of the National Cyber Security Coordinator.
Data Security Council of India (DSCI)
The DSCI is a non-profit premier industry body dedicated to data protection in India. Sponsored by NASSCOM, it works relentlessly toward creating a cyberspace that is safe, secure, and trusted. The DSCI accomplishes this through the establishment of best practices, standards, and initiatives in cybersecurity and privacy.
About NASSCOM
NASSCOM, a not-for-profit trade organization, serves as the chamber of commerce for the tech industry in India. It boasts a membership of over 2,800 companies comprising both domestic and multinational organizations operating within the country. The registered office of NASSCOM is located in New Delhi.