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"AI lifts everyone up": Cisco MD Harish Krishnan in New Delhi

Harish Krishnan of Cisco Systems India highlighted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 that AI is transforming social good and augmenting human skills. He emphasised Cisco's Krishi Mangal programme supporting 44,000 women farmers. The summit, running February 16-20 in New Delhi, focuses on sovereign AI and inclusive, trusted development.

2026-02-16T06:17:54.486441+00:00 IST

Hellenic Navy Chief accorded Guard of Honour in Delhi

Vice Admiral Dimitrios-Eleftherios Kataras, Chief of the Hellenic Navy, received a Guard of Honour at South Block and laid a wreath at the National War Memorial. The visit highlights strengthening India-Greece defence ties, including new cooperation measures, industrial collaboration, and the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026.

2026-02-16T05:48:31.316385+00:00 IST

India-UK have joint sense of enthusiasm for where AI goes: UK AI

Kanishka Narayan, UK's AI Minister hailed the close tech ties between India and the United Kingdom and underlined that the recent visits by PM Modi and PM Starmer have further given impetus to the ties cutting across tech to trade.

2026-02-16T05:44:35.063807+00:00 IST

UNFPA’s Andrea Wojnar warns of AI accountability gap

Speaking on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in society, Wojnar emphasized that while AI presents enormous opportunities, it also reshapes the landscape of risk. "AI is reshaping risks but possiblities also. AI will influence safety," she said, underlining the dual nature of rapidly advancing technologies.

2026-02-16T04:59:52.549276+00:00 IST

PM Modi, President Macron to inaugurate year of innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Mumbai on Tuesday where he will meet French President Emmanuel Macron and the leaders will inaugurate the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 as per an official statement from the Prime Minister's Office.

2026-02-16T04:52:24.986359+00:00 IST

Soha Ali Khan calls for ethical AI safeguards

Speaking about the intersection of technology, gender and safety, Khan reflected on the remarkable transformation she has witnessed across India in recent years. "I've watched this transformation across India as well. Young women are built businesses online. Girls are still attending stories that one side was faced in entrepreneurs," she said, highlighting how digital platforms have opened doors for female entrepreneurship and storytelling.

2026-02-16T04:40:07.368399+00:00 IST

India-Canada emphasise commitment to strengthening ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference where the leaders underlined strengthening of ties and discussed diversifying trade, an official statement from the Canadian Government said on Monday.

2026-02-16T04:34:54.971646+00:00 IST

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US: Peaceful rallies held across 25 cities calling attention

Key Coordiantors of the intiative were Daipiyan Deb, Deepti Mahajan, Geeta Sikand and Divya Jain.

2026-02-04T03:14:48.204056+00:00 IST

Will India stop Russian Oil imports?: Lisa Curtis explains

The Indian government has not confirmed if it is stopping Russian Oil Purchase. A joint statement on the exact tenets of the deal is awaited.

2026-02-04T01:36:57.998607+00:00 IST

India-US trade deal is “major step forward”, but ties will take t

The Director of the Centre for New American Security (CNAS), Lisa Curtis, on Tuesday (local time) described the recently announced India-US trade deal, in which Washington reduced the tariff on Indian goods to 18 per cent, as a "major step forward" for bilateral ties, while also cautioning that the relationship will take time to fully recover after months of diplomatic strain.

2026-02-04T01:32:25.319875+00:00 IST

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Global experts warn of of deepening eco, geopolitical paradoxes

According to experts consulted by the WEF, global stability in 2026 will be defined less by clear trends and more by conflicting forces pulling in opposite directions. The result is a world where long-standing assumptions about economic integration, security, and governance are being re-evaluated.

2026-01-17T04:47:56.904210+00:00 IST

US President to join World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2026

The World Economic Forum in a post on X announced, recounting how he had addressed the Forum in 2025 just three days after his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.

2026-01-17T03:55:29.402825+00:00 IST

UK MP flags Hindus' killing in Bangladesh, calls on govt to ensur

Speaking at the UK parliament, Blackman called on the government to take appropriate action to protect the minorities and ensure free and fair elections.

2026-01-16T07:06:41.424756+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Earthquake of 5.7 magnitude jolts Solomon Islands

An earthquake measuring a magnitude of 5.7 was felt in the Solomon Islands

2022-12-05T12:47:17.952647+00:00 IST

'India assumes leadership on world stage with G-20 Presidency'

G-20 is the premier forum for international economic cooperation representing around 85 per cent of the global GDP, over 75 of the worldwide trade, and about two-thirds of the world population, according to Prime Minister's Office (PMO) release.

2022-11-30T03:31:38.346412+00:00 IST

Chinese-Canadian singer Kris Wu sentenced to 13 years in prison

Wu was first detained in July last year, a month after a nineteen-year-old student, accused him of date-raping her when she was 17. She also accused him of doing the same to other young women, however, at the time, he denied the charges.

2022-11-25T09:40:13.478192+00:00 IST

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Mexico: At least 23 dead, 11 injured in store fire in Hermosillo

At least 23 people, including several minors, were killed and 11 others injured after a massive fire broke out at a general store in the northern Mexican city of Hermosillo, capital of Sonora state, CNN reported, citing officials.

2025-11-02T09:53:05.359695+00:00 IST

PM Modi backs Africa’s ‘development without dependency’ vision

In an opinion piece published on IOL, one of South Africa's leading news platforms, academic and international relations observer Nereshnee Govender writes that PM Modi's approach draws on shared histories of resistance and aspirations for equitable development.

2025-11-02T08:58:47.921281+00:00 IST

Canadian Ministers condemn Khalistani protest against Anita Anand

Canadian ministers have strongly condemned a protest in Toronto where demonstrators displayed an image showing two men shooting at pictures of Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, sparking outrage, with officials calling it a threat to democratic values and demanding accountability.

2025-11-02T04:12:55.413712+00:00 IST

Asia

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India-Canada eye reaching USD 50 billion in trade by 2030:PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the growth of ties with Canada under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark J Carney and said that the two countries aim to further deepen their economic cooperation with the goal to touch USD 50 billion in trade by 2030. In this regard he further mentioned that Ottawa and New Delhi have decided to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership agreement in the near future.

2026-03-02T07:45:16.702858+00:00 IST

Students stranded in Iran allowed to leave through land borders

Several Indian students remain stranded in Iran as tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, with universities and public institutions temporarily shut and airspace closed to international flights; however, they will be allowed to leave through land borders, reported Tasnim News.

2026-03-02T07:28:54.735329+00:00 IST

Karachi Shootings: Official silence raises questions over Pak

While Pakistanis bury their dead in Karachi, the state appears to be focused more on managing optics than ensuring accountability. In its reporting, brief.pk argued that Pakistan's response to the killing of its own citizens has sparked serious questions about sovereignty, state responsibility, and whose interests are ultimately being safeguarded.

2026-03-02T07:28:29.967469+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli PM Netanyahu wears traditional Indian attire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday surprised his Indian counterpart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, by wearing traditional Indian attire ahead of their joint dinner.

2026-02-25T20:16:13.872949+00:00 IST

PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu attend technology and innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday attended a technology and innovations exhibition in Israel.

2026-02-25T19:24:36.064120+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Netanyahu travel together to innovations exhibition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday travelled together to see an exhibition which showcases strides made in the world of technology.

2026-02-25T19:03:00.894834+00:00 IST

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USISPF joins India AI impact summit 2026 as official partner

The move signals a significant step forward in deepening US-India cooperation on artificial intelligence and trusted technology ecosystems.

2026-02-16T04:12:55.441525+00:00 IST

Top Tech leaders speak out about of AI Impact Summit 2026

The AI Impact Summit is starting today and will rum upto February 20 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking the first global AI summit to be hosted in the Global South. Designed as a five-day programme covering policy, research, industry, and public engagement, the Summit is expected to bring together global leaders, policymakers, technology companies, innovators, and experts to deliberate on AI's role in governance, innovation, and sustainable development.

2026-02-16T03:47:44.590763+00:00 IST

Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate AI Expo

As New Delhi transforms itself into the epicentre of the world's most consequential conversation on artificial intelligence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Global AI Impact Expo.

2026-02-16T03:21:28.981981+00:00 IST

Asia

"Family doctor denied permission to meet Imran," says sister

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khanum spoke out against Khan's treatment in jail and his worsening health. Khan has been in jail for over 800 days and his plight has been deteriorating raising serious concerns about his treatment in the jail.

2026-02-16T03:10:55.528569+00:00 IST

Asia

IFR: Thailand, Australia, Sri Lanka mark their naval presence

As India gets ready to host the International Fleet Review and Exercise MILAN, the Indian Navy welcomed naval ships from Thailand, Australia and Sri Lanka on Sunday.

2026-02-16T02:58:38.156284+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects three Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected the presence of three Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating around its territory as of 6 am (local time) on Monday.

2026-02-16T01:10:59.079636+00:00 IST

White House border czar Tom Homan defends ICE officers' masks

United States White House border czar Tom Homan defended Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers wearing masks, stating that the officials need to protect themselves against threats and violence, CBS News reported.

2026-02-16T00:40:39.008953+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE and Turkish Presidents discuss bilateral cooperation

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Turkiye, during which they discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to further strengthen it in support of their shared interests and for the benefit of their peoples.

2026-02-16T00:39:44.553609+00:00 IST

Europe

Will halt airstrikes on election day in Ukraine: Russian Minister

Russia will halt airstrikes on election day in Ukraine if Kyiv decides to hold presidential polls, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin told news agency TASS.

2026-02-15T23:54:52.898478+00:00 IST

Middle East

Palestine condemns move to change land registration in West Bank

The Palestinian Presidency on Sunday (local time) condemned Israel's security cabinet decision to change land registration and property acquisition procedures in areas A and B of the West Bank, news agency WAFA reported.

2026-02-15T23:20:16.487750+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak govt hikes petrol, diesel prices

Fuel for vehicles in Pakistan will now be costlier as the Pakistani government has increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel by PKR 5 and PKR 7.32 per litre, respectively, for the next fortnight, The Express Tribune reported.

2026-02-15T23:19:23.677815+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan President assures public of strengthening defence sector

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, aka William Lai, on Sunday (local time) assured the public that the government would strengthen national defence and advance economic development, Taipei Times reported.

2026-02-15T22:04:56.644358+00:00 IST

Europe

"Next week meetings expected for energy packages": Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday (local time) thanked the United States and Germany for support to Kyiv's air defence system amid the war against Russia.

2026-02-15T21:38:34.295331+00:00 IST