Asia

Defence representatives from Greece, India hold talks on deepenin

Singh and Eleftherios's talks focused on commitment to strengthen Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-16T12:42:58.148245+00:00 IST

"Technical intensity unique": Dario Amodei on India's AI surge

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei praised India's intense developer use of Claude, with company revenue doubling in four months. He highlighted India's unique entrepreneurial energy, massive scale, fast government adoption, and potential in multilingual AI, social good, and responsible innovation.

2026-02-16T12:27:21.280321+00:00 IST

"AI should be safe ....afterthought,": UNICEF's McCaffrey

Speaking to ANI, McCaffrey said both UNICEF and the Government of India see AI as a powerful tool to expand children's horizons.

2026-02-16T12:27:09.773913+00:00 IST

Bharat Mandapam pulses with "unprecedented energy"

New Delhi is hosting the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, drawing global leaders and technology experts. PM Narendra Modi welcomed delegates, highlighted AI's transformative role across sectors, and will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026, which showcases international collaboration, startups, exhibitions, and discussions on inclusive, responsible AI.

2026-02-16T11:59:59.686856+00:00 IST

Nepal FM departs for B'desh to attend oath-taking ceremony of new

The Foreign Minister's visit reflects Nepal's commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and deepening the bonds of cooperation between Nepal and Bangladesh, the statement added.

2026-02-16T11:46:40.278069+00:00 IST

MEA, EU hold state engagement program with Assam govt on migrati

The CDMM project is being implemented by the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA), the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The initiative supports the Common Agenda on Migration and Mobility, jointly adopted by India and the European Union in 2016, to strengthen cooperation on regular migration, mobility, and the prevention of irregular migration along the India-EU corridor. The programme took place on February 12.

2026-02-16T11:31:24.590669+00:00 IST

Indian AI, gaming startups take centre stage at AI Impact Summit

Among the standout participants are five Indian ventures -- Yesgnome, Metasports (Hitwicket), Koyozo, Youth Buzz (Ourcadium) and Evivve -- each presenting unique AI-driven solutions that are reshaping gaming, creative production, and enterprise transformation.

2026-02-16T11:21:51.893332+00:00 IST

“AI going to bring revolution in days to come”: DPIIT Joint Secy

Emphasising India's growing leadership in emerging technologies, Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary at the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, said that artificial intelligence (AI) is set to usher in a transformative era and that fears surrounding job losses are misplaced as the AI Impact Summit kicked off on Monday in the national capital.

2026-02-16T11:15:06.416934+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Child among two dead, 17 wounded in Bannu blast

A blast near Miryan Police Station in Pakistan's Bannu district killed two people, including a child, and injured 17 others, Dawn reported. Civilians were affected while police remained safe. Rescue teams shifted victims to hospitals, and authorities launched an investigation amid rising militant violence in the region.

2026-02-16T11:01:28.580929+00:00 IST

Indian diaspora in Paris pays tribute to Pulwama bravehearts

On February 14, 2019, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of CRPF buses in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, triggering nationwide grief and international condemnation. The attack continues to be remembered each year as a symbol of sacrifice and national resilience.

2026-02-16T10:29:10.619207+00:00 IST

Chinese journalist remains in detention

A Chinese journalist known for documenting the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) gruesome human rights violations has been held in custody in the capital for more than three months, a development that rights advocates say highlights the authorities' deepening intolerance toward independent voices.

2026-02-16T10:21:38.907562+00:00 IST

At the Crossroads of Silicon and Strategy: Uzbekistan

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Akramov underscored the significance of international platforms such as AI Impact Summit 2026 in fostering dialogue that transcends borders. He said, "We are here because of the invitation of Asian Development Bank. For Uzbekistan, participation in global AI summits represents more than attendance -- it signals intent. The country is actively positioning itself as an emerging player in AI adoption, digital infrastructure, and semiconductor strategy."

2026-02-16T10:12:28.632450+00:00 IST

"I imagine great things": Reichman University Professor Dov Greenbaum on India-Israel AI collaboration and job growth

Israeli delegates at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 praised India's efforts in leading Global South AI discussions. Dov Greenbaum highlighted the summit's significance and AI's job potential, while Gal Zohar stressed India-Israel cooperation and skill upgrades. PM Narendra Modi welcomed leaders and will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026.

2026-02-16T10:08:06.488594+00:00 IST

"Diagnosis time reduced by 50%": Qure.ai's Ankit Modi

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Ankit Modi of Qure.ai highlighted AI's impact in medical imaging and early disease detection, citing deployments at Mahakumbh and Goa screenings. Abilash Soundararajan of PrivaSapien stressed responsible AI frameworks and new skills. PM Narendra Modi welcomed delegates and will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026.

2026-02-16T09:07:27.738658+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Flour prices remain high in Quetta

Flour rates in Quetta continue to defy expectations of a slowdown, piling fresh misery onto households already buckling under record inflation. Surveys show that the commodity, central to nearly every meal, is steadily drifting further from the grasp of ordinary buyers. Traders in different parts of the city are selling a 50-kilogram bag for roughly Rs6600 to Rs. 6800, while a smaller 20-kilogram pack is going for Rs2650 to Rs2750. Residents say the figures would have been unthinkable just a short while ago, yet authorities appear unable or unwilling to reverse the trend, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2026-02-16T09:00:28.908236+00:00 IST

"India has a crucial role on global AI": Duncan Cass-Beggs

Duncan Cass-Beggs of CIGI highlighted India's crucial role in fostering global cooperation on AI governance at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. He warned about risks from AGI and ASI while noting AI's benefits. PM Narendra Modi welcomed leaders and will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026.

2026-02-16T08:41:33.551764+00:00 IST

Global South cooperation takes centre stage

Representatives from Indonesia, Uganda and Ghana highlighted the importance of shared learning, regulatory alignment and infrastructure partnerships as AI continues to evolve globally.

2026-02-16T08:39:03.057005+00:00 IST

USISPF Chief hails India-US interim trade deal

President and Chief Executive Officer of the US- India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), Mukesh Aghi on Monday hailed the recently announced interim-trade agreement between India and the United States, calling it to present tremendous opportunity for SMEs in India to leverage US market.

2026-02-16T08:21:13.729775+00:00 IST

Pak's road lifeline sinks deeper into debt despite higher tolls

Pakistan's highway authority has become the federal government's largest financial burden, with losses exceeding PKR 2 trillion and liabilities nearing PKR 3.1 trillion, Dawn reported. Despite higher toll revenues and fresh government loans, deficits persist as rising interest costs, expenses, and a structurally weak financial model continue to strain fiscal stability.

2026-02-16T08:05:25.915189+00:00 IST

India taken strong lead in making AI affordable: Mukesh Aghi

Mukesh Aghi underlined the critical importance of India to American companies from AI perspective and as a leader in leveraging tech to provide digital infrastructure with citizens, not only just from a payment perspective.

2026-02-16T07:49:53.548656+00:00 IST

"AI transforming industrial value chain": Dilip Sawhney

Dilip Sawhney, Chairman, CII National Committee on Smart Manufacturing and Managing Director, Rockwell Automation India, highlighted AI's role in boosting manufacturing productivity and precision. Sanjeev Sehgal, Founder and Managing Director of Sparsh CCTV, stressed timely skilling of unskilled workers. PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026.

2026-02-16T07:41:21.590604+00:00 IST