Andhra Pradesh Seeks to Lure Tech Companies Amid Karnataka Job Reservation Controversy

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has invited tech companies to relocate to Visakhapatnam following NASSCOM’s disappointment over the Karnataka State Employment of Local Industries Factories Establishment Act Bill, 2024, which mandates job reservations for Kannadigas in private firms. Lokesh highlighted the state’s supportive environment for IT and related industries, while Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge defended the bill, emphasizing the importance of local talent development.

Gujarat Embraces AI: IBM, Microsoft, and NASSCOM Partner to Boost State’s Tech Capabilities

The Gujarat government is making significant strides in adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. The state has signed MoUs with IBM, Microsoft, and NASSCOM to establish AI clusters, centers of excellence, and enhance AI capabilities, positioning itself as a leader in the AI revolution. The initiative also includes training programs for 25,000 students over three years.

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