PM Modi calls for self-reliant telecom sector, global framework to counter deepfakes at IMC 2026

New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi, calling for greater self-reliance in telecommunications, stronger digital security and a global framework to tackle emerging challenges such as deepfakes as India seeks to position itself as a creator and owner of next-generation technologies. The four-day IMC 2026, being held from October 7 to 10 under the theme "Scale Without Boundaries", brings together global technology companies, telecom operators, start-ups, investors, policymakers and researchers to showcase developments spanning 5G and 6G, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, cybersecurity,…