India, April 22 -- Bengaluru-based Sarvam and other AI startups are reportedly in advanced talks with the defence ministry to launch a Rs.300 Cr Centre of Excellence (CoE) to develop defence capabilities by leveraging indigenous AI technologies. 

Citing sources, ET reported that the CoE is likely to feature multiple intelligence units that will build AI systems trained on Indian data and operational intricacies, including the country's geographical terrain and climatic conditions.

These AI models will aid in advanced surveillance, reconnaissance, and decision-support systems for the armed forces, the anonymous sources said. 

The development comes as the use of AI in warfare and defence is increasing at an exponential scale. T...