The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities
A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Cities.
What to know about Smart Cities
Smart Cities are transforming urban living by integrating technology and data-driven solutions to improve transportation, safety, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This field encompasses a wide range of innovations such as IoT networks, intelligent lighting, data platforms, and AI-driven analytics that work together to make cities more efficient and responsive to the needs of their residents.
Exploring the stories tagged with 'Smart Cities' reveals the dynamic collaborations between technology firms, governments, and communities aiming to develop connected, secure, and sustainable urban environments. From advancements in transport technology and smart utilities to the deployment of digital twins and AI-enhanced public safety systems, readers can gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of modern urban development across various regions.
Whether interested in the technological infrastructure like 5G, IoT devices, or data centers, or the social implications such as citizen trust, privacy, and inclusion, the smart cities topic offers a comprehensive look at how innovation is reshaping our urban future. Delve into the collection to understand the trends, initiatives, and expertise driving smarter, more resilient cities worldwide.
Indian Smart Cities News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Global robotaxi market set for rapid growth by 2033
Fragmented competition and falling hardware costs are set to propel the sector from USD $8.3 billion in 2026 to USD $153.4 billion by 2033.
Hyderabad police deploy India's first AI FIR recorder
The multilingual tool could cut complaint-taking from hours to seconds, easing access for migrants, tourists and others in Hyderabad.
Consistent expands GeM range with storage, CCTV gear
Public sector buyers in India now have wider GeM access to storage and CCTV recorders, as institutional demand for digital security grows.
India launches first smart lighting & home tech expo
Rising demand for connected homes is driving India's first dedicated smart lighting and home technology platform, which opens in Delhi-NCR.
Ishan Technologies picks Oracle for billing overhaul
The overhaul should speed new service launches and improve billing accuracy as Ishan Technologies expands its digital infrastructure business.
Redington partners with Vehere to boost India cyber reach
The tie-up gives Indian enterprises and public sector buyers broader access to AI-based threat detection as cyber risks rise across hybrid networks.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Smart Cities
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Nvidia launches vision AI agent blueprints for industry
Conflow wins Frost & Sullivan award for AI streetlights
AI agents and enterprise transformation: Turning hype into measurable value in 2026
Cybersecurity as a Service market to hit USD $83.96bn
Featured News
Expert Columns
Infrastructure under pressure: Why intelligence, not replacement, is the answer
Architecting inclusion: Industrial corridor design and the risk of structural lock-In
Urban design as economic policy: Why women's safety pays
Why diverse voices are essential in the Edge AI revolution
The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait
Face recognition for women in half niqabs: Common challenges and practical fixes
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
From AI pilots to productions: Why 2026 will be the year APAC organisations go all-in on real-time
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Smart Cities News
Milestone adds reporting & cloud storage in update
Organisations running large security estates will get less manual admin work as Milestone adds automated reporting, broader device support and cloud retention.
AmpliNxt launches 100-day accelerator for AECO startups
The new scheme aims to help AECO founders turn pilots into contracts, as investors back software for construction and infrastructure.
DRA launches Chennai's first AI home sales assistant
DRA launches Chennai's first multi-lingual AI home sales assistant, giving buyers instant project details and scheduling site visits.
Architecting inclusion: Industrial corridor design and the risk of structural lock-In
India's industrial corridors risk locking in unequal workforce structures unless inclusion, mobility and care design guide early planning.
Urban design as economic policy: Why women's safety pays
Designing safer, women-friendly streets could unlock trillions in growth by boosting female labour, turning urban planning into economic policy.
Smart Home Expo 2026 returns to Mumbai with 450+ brands
Smart Home Expo 2026 returns to Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre with 450+ brands and demo rooms in its biggest trade edition yet.
ImagiNxt 2026, MeitY Startup Hub join for Mumbai tech fest
ImagiNxt 2026 partners with MeitY Startup Hub to put startups and policy centre stage at Mumbai's new tech and innovation festival.
Blue Cloud deploys AI video system at Telangana clinic
Blue Cloud rolls out AI video analytics at a Telangana dialysis centre, integrating patient ID, workflow tracking and safety monitoring.
Electric scooters drive India's EV shift beyond 2026
India's EV shift accelerates in 2026 as two and three-wheelers dominate new sales, while cars lag amid patchy charging and policy-led growth.
Blue Cloud joins BSNL 5G FWA panel in Maharashtra, Goa
Blue Cloud joins BSNL's 5G FWA partner panel in Maharashtra and Goa, tying in Konkan Railway plans and forecast INR ₹178 crore in two years.
Techugo to deliver 35 e-governance projects worth INR ₹23 crore by 2026
Techugo plans to complete 35 e-governance projects worth INR ₹23 crore by 2026, boosting India's public sector digital transformation and citizen services.
Indian & global startups race to defend data from quantum threats
Indian and global startups are pioneering quantum-safe encryption to secure data against emerging threats from powerful quantum computers.
Bitsensing & IKIO partner to bring AI traffic tech to India
Bitsensing and IKIO Technologies have teamed up to introduce AI-powered traffic monitoring on key Indian expressways, starting with a pilot on the Delhi-Mumbai corridor.
Astrikos rebrands to enhance enterprise AI solutions
Astrikos.ai has unveiled its rebranding to enhance its role as a leader in global Enterprise Infra AI solutions, focusing on sustainability and intelligent growth.
The rise of data centers in India's tier 2 and 3 cities
India's tier 2 and 3 cities are emerging as vital hubs for the data centre industry, driven by local demand and government support for digital infrastructure.
Astrikos.ai partners with UP 112 to enhance public safety with AI
Astrikos.ai teams with UP 112 to upgrade emergency response in Uttar Pradesh using AI, aiming to boost efficiency, crime prediction, and resource deployment.
Parking price rises fail to cut demand, study finds
Cities need more accurate curb data after researchers found parking rates often rose without denting vehicle volumes in 60 US cities.
Nvidia unveils AI tools for media, robotics & design
Newsrooms, designers and robotics teams are set to gain new AI tools as Nvidia expands detection, agent and edge software at SIGGRAPH.
Eluviant launches Aurora Flow AI for video surveillance
The new model is aimed at helping security teams spot complex threats in live CCTV footage, even in isolated networks without internet access.
Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility
Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.