Arunachal’s SRSAC among 8 states selected to showcase its project at 2nd UNWGIC

State Remote Sensing Application Center (SRSAC) showcased its project “Arunachal Pradesh State Spatial Data Centre” (APSSDI) under National Spatial Data Infrastructure, DST, Govt. of India at the 2nd United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) held at Hyderabad.

First Edition of GKI Readiness Index Ranks US on Top

The first edition of the Geospatial Knowledge Infrastructure (GKI) Country Readiness Index ranks the United States at the top, followed by the United Kingdom.

Governor, Telangana highlights importance of geospatial technologies for practical planning, management & decision-making

Dr. (Smt.) Tamilisai Soundararajan, Hon'ble Governor, Telangana, emphasised on the importance of geospatial technologies for practical planning, management and in decision-making at the valedictory session of the Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC 2022).

Importance of Integrated Geospatial Information Framework for supporting sustainable development goals discussed at UNWGIC

Experts discussed how the Integrated Geospatial Information Framework (IGIF), which provide a basis for developing, integrating, strengthening, and maximizing geospatial information management in all countries

Geospatial economy can provide employment to more than 10 lakh people: Union Minister Dr. Jitender Singh

The second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) concluded on 14th October, after three days.

Experts discuss significance of geospatial information for supporting sustainable development

Experts discussed how enabling people with geospatial information is crucial for supporting sustainable development and the well-being of society,

2 Students from Odisha’s Berhampur Bag 1st Prize At UNWGIC In Hyderabad

Berhampur: Two students of Odisha’s Berhampur city have been awarded first prize at 2nd United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) held in Hyderabad.

Govt HS Medical Campus Berhampur Secures First Position in School Level Presentation at UNWGIC 2022

Berhampur: Government High School Medical Campus, Berhampur in Ganjam district has secured the first position in the Special Side Event #1 ‘Geo-enabling The Global Village With Generation Z And Alpha’ at the Second United Nations Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) held at Hyderabad.

IGIF can help support sustainable development: Experts

The five-day conference is hosted by the Department of Science & Technology (DST) and convened by the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management. (AP)

UNWGIC 2022: Power of Geospatial Advancement of Sustainability, Inclusion, Innovation

At the three-day mega event ( October 10 October 13), shed light on how geospatial is relevant to address some of the most pressing global challenges, address systematic imbalances, ensure social equity, inclusion and empower citizens

India Leveraging Geospatial Technologies to Tackle Sustainability Challenges and Empower Communities: UNWGIC 2022

Showcases ‘Bhu-Kaushal’ and ‘Mera Gaav, Hamara Jal’ at Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC 2022)

Second UNWGIC Wraps-Up after Three Eventful Days

The Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress concluded after three days of thought-provoking discussions, interactions, and insightful sessions. Last held in 2018 in Deqing, China, the convention was held in Hyderabad, India this year. Exuberance was in the air at the mega in-person event held after Covid.

India Leveraging Geospatial Technologies to Tackle Sustainability Challenges and Empower Communities: UNWGIC 2022

Hyderabad – October 14, 2022: With the theme of “Geo-Enabling the Global Village: No one should be left behind”, the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) has convened the Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) in Hyderabad, India from 10-14 October 2022.

Experts discuss significance of geospatial information for supporting sustainable development

Experts discussed how enabling people with geospatial information is crucial for supporting sustainable development and the wellbeing of society, as well as for dealing with environmental and climate challenges through digital transformation and technological development at the Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC).

Kishan Reddy lauds WNWGIC's goal of empowering people

Hyderabad: Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, G Kishan Reddy on Thursday lauded the efforts of the United Nations for being at the forefront in evolving a global framework for a better world.

United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) 2022

In news-The United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC) 2022 was held in Hyderabad, India recently.

Students from 18 schools across the country presented new ideas to achieve Sustainable Development Goals at the 2nd United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress

The latest Tweet by Prasar Bharati News Services states, 'Students from 18 schools across the country presented new ideas to achieve Sustainable Development Goals at the 2nd United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress .

PM Narendra Modi addresses UN World Geospatial International Congress

Addressing the Second United Nations World Geospatial International Congress via video message, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that steps taken by India over the past few years has been of Antyoday

Dr Jitendra addresses UN meet, highlights India’s growing geospatial economy

HYDERABAD: India’s geospatial economy is expected to cross Rs 63,000 crore by 2025 at a growth rate of 12.8% and provide employment to more than 10 lakh people, mainly through Geospatial StartUps.

Students showcase their geospatial thinking in localising SDGs

Students from 18 schools across the country presented new ideas on how geospatial technologies can be embedded to address local challenges like protecting the heritage, soil fertility, crop diversity,

Students showcase their spatial thinking in localising SDGs

Teams from 18 urban and rural schools across India showcased the use of geo-spatial information and technology in understanding local issues and its use in planning and implementing at a special event titled 'Geo-enabling the global village with Generation Z and Alpha' of the Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress on Monday (UNWGIC).

India: PM Narendra Modi Perceives Technology

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Geospatial economy to cross ₹63000-cr mark by 2025: Minister

250 geospatial start-ups in India are developing products and services in waste resource management, forestry, urban planning and mapping of roads

PM Modi at UNWGIC in Hyd: Geo-spatial Technology is Driving Progress in India

PM Narendra Modi addresses United Nations World Geospatial International Congress virtually on Tuesday( Photo Credit: Twitter/@IndiaDST )

Unicorn startups almost doubled in India since 2021: PM Modi

New Delhi, Oct 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the UN World Geospatial International Congress, via video message, on Tuesday. (ANI Photo) (PIB)

United Nations Can Lead The Way To Highlight India's "Antyodaya" Vision: PM Modi

Addressing the UN World Geospatial International Congress organized in Hyderabad through video conferencing, PM Modi said, "There is a need for an institutional approach by the international community to help each other during a crisis."

Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress inaugurated in Hyderabad today

The Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC 2022) began in Hyderabad today. The five-day conference is being hosted by the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology and convened by the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management.

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India is working on a vision of 'Antyodaya': PM Modi

PM Modi said about 450 million unbanked people, a population greater than that of the US, were brought under banking net and 135 million people, about twice the population of France, were given insurance.

Geospatial Technology Offers Endless Possibilities: PM Modi at UNWGIC

Speaking at the event, the PM highlighted the role of geospatial technology in driving inclusion and progress

Technology a tool for inclusion in India, says PM Modi

The UNWGIC conference will be attended by over 2000 delegates from about 120 countries

Unicorn Startups in India Almost Doubled Since 2021: PM Modi

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Highlighting the role of talent, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India is a young nation with a great innovative spirit, adding that the number of unicorn startups has almost doubled since 2021.

2nd UNWGIC: Technology, talent two pillars of India’s development journey, says PM Modi

2nd UNWGIC: The country has been working on a vision of Antyodaya, which means empowering the last person at the last mile in a mission mode, says PM Modi in a video message to the Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress-2022

Technology and talent are two pillars of India’s development journey: PM Modi

New Delhi, Oct 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that technology and talent are the two pillars that are key to India's development journey and technology is an agent of inclusion.

'Technology & talent' two pillars of development: PM Modi on digital India

In India, technology is not an agent of exclusion, it's an agent of inclusion," he added.

The Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress commences in Hyderabad

The Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress (UNWGIC 2022) officially started on 11 October 2022, Tuesday in Hyderabad, India.

Second United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress inauguarated in Hyderabad today

Prime Minister calls for an institutional approach by the international community to help each other during a crisis