IT Minister for State responds to Google's apology over Gemini's controversial remarks on PM Modi: Here's what he said

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In a recent development, the controversy surrounding Google's Gemini AI platform has escalated, prompting the Union Minister of State for Electronics and Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, to express dissatisfaction with the tech giant's response..

The Indian government issued an advisory to tech companies, urging them to seek explicit permission before launching AI models that are under testing..

The issue surfaced in February when a verified user shared a screenshot exposing biased responses from the Gemini AI chatbot regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi..

While Chandrasekhar did not explicitly state whether the government plans to take legal action against Google, he asserted that the government has limited powers under the law..

As the controversy unfolds, the Indian government's stance highlights the growing scrutiny of AI platforms and the need for stringent regulations to ensure accountability in the rapidly evolving tech landscape..

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