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"India is a very positive case study": Meta's Alexandr Wang

Meta Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang praised India as a "very positive case study" in artificial intelligence, citing its strong talent pool and growing startup ecosystem. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, he noted India has more consumer AI startups than the United States.

2026-02-18T09:56:21.544009+00:00 IST

India shows enormous optimism in AI, says Rishi Sunak

Former UK PM Rishi Sunak highlighted the global contrast in AI perception, noting India's high levels of trust and optimism compared to prevailing anxiety in the West. He emphasised that bridging this confidence gap requires strategic policy intervention alongside technical progress to ensure widespread acceptance of the technology.

2026-02-18T09:38:33.164259+00:00 IST

India AI Impact Summit draws youth engagement

The event, which brought together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and students, highlighted not only India's growing ambitions in AI but also the importance of building a bridge between rapid technological development and public understanding.

2026-02-18T09:37:18.066572+00:00 IST

Netherlands PM Schoof arrives in India for AI Summit

Prime Minister of Netherlands Dick Schoof arrived in India on Wednesday as the country hosts the seminal summit on artificial intelligence, bringing together leaders from across the world.

2026-02-18T09:21:06.060578+00:00 IST

Losar, the Tibetan New Year celebration begins

They are welcoming the Fire Horse Year 2153 and bidding farewell to the Wood Snake Year 2152. The Religion and Culture Department of the Tibetan government-in-exile is organising special traditional prayers on this occasion at the main Tibetan temple, Tsuglagkhang, in the North Indian hill station of Dharamshala on Wednesday morning.

2026-02-18T09:20:25.083612+00:00 IST

Brazil targets USD 20 billion trade with India by 2026

Brazilian President Lula da Silva's India visit boosted efforts to deepen trade and investment ties. Bilateral trade reached 15.2 billion US dollars in 2025, with targets set for further growth. Both nations highlighted export expansion, new business opportunities, and strengthened cooperation through BRICS, G20, and Mercosur-India frameworks.

2026-02-18T09:12:44.416891+00:00 IST

French President Emmanuel Macron leaves for New Delhi

They arrived in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on Tuesday for their scheduled visit to India, which runs through February 19. They were received by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Mumbai airport.

2026-02-18T09:05:14.056187+00:00 IST

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ORF releases Global Quarterly-'Navigating Megatrends 2026'

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director, Observer Research Foundation (ORF) America, warned that five major geopolitical megatrends could define global security in 2026 amid uncertainty following Donald Trump's re-election as US President.

2026-02-06T07:04:20.972028+00:00 IST

US inks deal with Argentina allowing it access to agri market, ma

The deal covered medicines and motor vehicles to machinery and agricultural goods.

2026-02-06T06:52:37.464858+00:00 IST

EU, US have moved past Paris Agreement: Research reveals

Amitabh Kant and Samir Saran said that the US was wise to deploy policies that support its growth as it did decades ago.

2026-02-06T05:57:34.001519+00:00 IST

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WEF 2026: MP Govt partners with JioStar for tourism

A delegation from the Madhya Pradesh government met with JioStar officials to explore collaborations on video and audio documentation of the state's tourism and travel projects, including a potential partnership with National Geographic.

2026-01-19T15:24:17.897543+00:00 IST

MP Govt interacts with Geneva-based Peace Invest in Davos for water, energy investments

Madhya Pradesh government interacted with Yusuf Merchant of Geneva-based Peace Invest in Davos. Peace Invest is exploring investments in sustainable water and energy projects in India. MP highlighted its renewable energy achievements and shared investment opportunities during discussions with Minister Rakesh Shukla.

2026-01-19T14:45:35.374329+00:00 IST

MP crops hold potential for protein innovation: Shiru CEO

CEO and Founder of AI-powered protein discovery company Shiru, Jasmin Hume, on Monday stated that the crops in Madhya Pradesh hold significant potential for protein innovation and could be used to develop valuable compounds for food, cosmetics, and agriculture.

2026-01-19T13:40:06.298208+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Indian envoy condemns "vandalization" of temple in Melbourne

Various Hindu temples have recently been vandalized in Australia. India condemned the vandalization of Hindu temples in Australia and said that the matter has been raised with the Australian government in Canberra and asked for expeditious investigation against the perpetrators.

2023-01-31T02:43:50.789867+00:00 IST

UK PM Rishi Sunak sacks Conservative Party chairman Nadhim Zahawi

In a letter to Conservative Party chair Nadhim Zahawi, Sunak said, "it is clear that there has been a serious breach of the Ministerial Code. As a result, I have informed you of my decision to remove you from your position in His Majesty's Government."

2023-01-29T23:43:45.334116+00:00 IST

Canada: McCallion, longtime mayor of Mississauga, dies

Hazel McCallion, the longest-serving mayor in Canada, took her last breath on Sunday, just shy of her 102nd birthday.

2023-01-29T21:16:48.351080+00:00 IST

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ASIO exposes China’s cyber campaign targeting Australia’s infra

Australia's intelligence chief Mike Burgess warned that Chinese state-backed hackers are expanding from surveillance to potential sabotage, targeting key sectors like energy, transport, and telecom. He said groups like Volt Typhoon had infiltrated US systems and urged Australian businesses to treat cybersecurity as national security.

2025-11-12T13:30:20.417651+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Canadian FM Anita Anand on G7 sidelines

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in the Niagara Region on Tuesday on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) stated in a statement.

2025-11-12T11:21:02.801117+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets German, French, Brazilian counterparts

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his counterparts from France, Germany and Brazil on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Minister's Meet taking place in Canada and held discussions on deepening cooperation.

2025-11-12T00:50:47.144488+00:00 IST

Asia

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India awaits Canada's decision on work permit extensions

Kumaran noted that India views this as a "sovereign issue," but emphasised that Delhi is "closely watching" the consequences for its citizens.

2026-03-02T17:38:05.316690+00:00 IST

"Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for IORA": MEA

India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA).

2026-03-02T17:04:26.846968+00:00 IST

Two Bangladeshis killed, seven injured in Middle East strikes

Two Bangladeshis were killed and seven injured in missile and drone strikes across the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The Foreign Ministry confirmed the casualties, including a vessel stranded at Jebel Ali Port, while advising over six million citizens in the region to remain vigilant as violence escalates.

2026-03-02T16:52:35.280734+00:00 IST

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‘Living bridge between our two nations…’: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with the members of Indian Jewish community in Israel and appreciated their remarkable contributions to the country. He called them a living bridge between the two countries.

2026-02-26T19:28:01.544601+00:00 IST

India-Israel forge stronger defence ties

India and Israel further strengthened their defence partnership during the historic visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel after nine years. The two countries acknowledged the growth made in defence cooperation and also reaffirmed their commitment to other aspects such as cybersecurity and cross-border terrorism. The visit also saw the decision to upgrade ties to a special strategic partnership.

2026-02-26T18:05:39.553410+00:00 IST

PM Modi, PM Netanyahu welcome BIA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday welcomed the strides made in unlocking the full potential of the bilateral trade and investment between the two countries. They welcomed the signing of the India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement by the two Finance Ministers in New Delhi in September 2025. They encouraged more Indian participation in the infrastructure sector of Israel and reaffirmed their commitment to advancing transformative initiatives such as the I2U2 quadrilateral partnership.

2026-02-26T18:01:54.196087+00:00 IST

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US Senators urge Trump administration to prioritise QUAD Summit

US Senators Tim Kaine and Pete Ricketts have urged the Trump administration to prioritise the meeting between QUAD leaders ahead of US President Donald Trump's planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in April later this year.

2026-02-18T09:03:01.348728+00:00 IST

Asia

"Google can work with our talented students and professionals": PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held key meetings with Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Finland's Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, and Spain's President Pedro Sanchez during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Discussions focused on AI, trade, and future technologies. The Prime Minister highlighted AI's growing role in India's IT sector and projected strong economic opportunities ahead.

2026-02-18T08:54:53.143609+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi meets Croatian PM Andrej Plenković

On the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, where the two leaders reviewed India-Croatia ties and explored avenues to expand cooperation in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, information and communication technologies, innovation, and clean energy.

2026-02-18T08:44:50.737691+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Ramadan price surge exposes policy paralysis as Karachi

As Ramadan approaches, frustration is mounting across Karachi's markets, where residents say unchecked inflation and weak governance have turned the month of Ramadan into a financial ordeal.

2026-02-18T08:19:19.906047+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi's vision for India becoming "AI powerhouse" resonates

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw echoed PM Modi, who in his interview to ANI hailed India's talent and entrepreneurial energy to become an AI powerhouse.

2026-02-18T08:12:21.277158+00:00 IST

Asia

Trade deficit deepens as Pakistan’s external fragility resurfaces

Pakistan's external position has again come under strain during the first seven months of FY 2025-26, as a ballooning trade deficit offset improvements in remittances and services exports.

2026-02-18T08:11:24.967514+00:00 IST

Asia

India pushes AI-powered energy stack

Ashish Khanna, Director General, International Solar Alliance (ISA) has underscored the urgent need for digital infrastructure to support the rapid expansion of decentralized renewable energy, particularly solar power, in India and other developing nations at AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-18T07:56:04.555432+00:00 IST

Asia

EY showcases 'Scout' robot and AI solutions at India AI Summit

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, EY India showcased 'Scout,' an autonomous robot for industrial inspections. Alongside physical AI, EY Partner Hari Balaji highlighted digital solutions for tax, HR, and workforce management, demonstrating how GenAI bridges the gap between data dashboards and real-world industrial operations.

2026-02-18T07:54:25.251294+00:00 IST

Asia

Impact Summit: Tech leaders echo PM's AI 'force multiplier' view

Tech leaders have echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for AI in India

2026-02-18T07:48:31.628308+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan accused of shielding death squads as killings

Fresh allegations of state-backed violence have surfaced in Balochistan after the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) claimed that a 23-year-old man from Tump was gunned down by an armed group allegedly operating with official support.

2026-02-18T07:29:14.248190+00:00 IST

Asia

Prime Minister Modi meets Serbian President Aleksandar

The bilateral meeting follows President Vucic's arrival in Delhi on Tuesday to participate in the summit. He was warmly received at the airport by Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita.

2026-02-18T07:26:53.242449+00:00 IST

Europe

'Principles established at India AI Impact Summit provide good guidance for global AI': Swiss Presid

Swiss President Guy Parmelin, in an interview with ANI, strongly backed India's AI Impact Summit vision of People, Progress, Planet. He highlighted shared goals for inclusive, sustainable AI, deeper India-Switzerland collaboration in research, governance, startups, and global norms, while building on the India-EFTA TEPA economic ties.

2026-02-18T06:49:29.078422+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi meets Finnish counterpart Petteri Orpo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Finland PM Petteri Orpo on Wednesday on the side-lines of the Global AI Impact Summit being held here at the Hyderabad House.

2026-02-18T06:46:36.060864+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi recieves Spanish Prez Pedro Sánchez at Hyderabad House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Spanish President Pedro Sanchez in New Delhi on February 18, 2026, during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Sanchez arrived to attend the summit, which promotes human-centric, sustainable AI globally. The visit strengthens India-Spain ties amid their Dual Year of Culture, Tourism, and AI.

2026-02-18T06:23:24.510722+00:00 IST