New Delhi, May 11 -- India's Next Tech Leap Must Be Responsible and Inclusive, Say Industry Leaders India is observing National Technology Day 2026 at a time when technology is shaping nearly every part of daily life, from payments and logistics to artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and manufacturing.

Celebrated annually on May 11, National Technology Day commemorates the Pokhran-II nuclear tests conducted in 1998 under Operation Shakti, a milestone that marked India's emergence as a nuclear power. Over the years, the day has evolved into a broader reflection on the country's scientific and technological progress. This year's theme, "Responsible Innovation for Inclusive Growth," has placed the spotlight on building technology t...