Negotiations between India and the United States for an interim trade agreement are approaching completion, with officials from both sides working intensively to finalize the legal framework. Diplomatic sources have indicated that the agreement could be signed in the near future, reflecting the strong political will to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The proposed interim pact is designed as a practical step toward a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreem

India is preparing to take a major step forward in its maritime defence capability with the expected commissioning of its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman. The vessel is currently undergoing advanced stages of trials and is likely to join the fleet soon, further strengthening the country’s strategic deterrence posture. Once inducted into the Indian Navy , it will operate alongside INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, marking a significant e

India has signed the Pax Silica Declaration, formally joining a United States-led strategic initiative focused on securing supply chains for artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and critical minerals. The agreement was signed during the India AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi, marking a major milestone in deepening technological cooperation between the United States and India. The initiative aims to build a trusted ecosystem covering the entire value chain, from extract

The Election Commission of India is preparing to launch the next phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across several states and Union Territories beginning in April 2026. Officials have been instructed to complete all preparatory work in advance to ensure that the process is implemented smoothly and within the planned timeline. The upcoming phase is expected to cover 22 states and Union Territories, including Maharashtra , Karnataka , Andhra Prade

India has aligned with more than 100 countries in endorsing a joint statement at the United Nations condemning actions linked to the expansion of Israeli presence in the West Bank. The declaration criticised unilateral measures viewed as inconsistent with international law and harmful to efforts aimed at achieving peace in the Middle East. Although India was not among the initial group of signatories, it later extended its support, joining a broad international consensus on t

India has reinforced its commitment to global humanitarian efforts through a significant agreement between the Food Corporation of India (FCI) and the World Food Programme (WFP). Under this partnership, India will supply approximately 200,000 tonnes of rice to support international relief operations aimed at combating hunger and malnutrition in vulnerable regions. The agreement reflects India’s growing role as a reliable contributor to global food assistance initiatives at a

India is on the verge of completing a major infrastructure milestone that could transform water utilisation in northern regions while reinforcing its long-standing river rights. The Shahpur Kandi Dam project, located near the border of Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to allow the country to fully utilise waters from the Ravi River that previously flowed downstream unused. Once operational, the project will redirect water toward irrigation, energy generation, and re

India has taken a decisive step toward influencing the future of artificial intelligence with the announcement of the “New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments,” a voluntary global framework designed to promote responsible, inclusive, and culturally relevant AI development. The initiative was introduced by Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, bringing together leading technology companies, policymakers, and innovators from ar

Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 , Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India views artificial intelligence as a defining opportunity rather than a technological threat. Addressing global leaders, researchers, and industry experts in New Delhi, he described AI as a historic turning point comparable to major milestones that reshaped human civilization. He noted that technological revolutions in the past took decades to spread, whereas AI is advancing at un

The AI Impact Summit 2026 , hosted at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marked a significant milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global artificial intelligence powerhouse. The summit brought together political leaders, global technology executives, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the transformative potential of AI and the frameworks needed to ensure its responsible growth. The scale of participation and the endorsements from international leaders reflected gro

India has moved swiftly to engage with Bangladesh’s new political leadership following the recent change of government in Dhaka. In a personal message, Modiji congratulated Rahman on his electoral victory and invited him to visit India, signalling New Delhi’s intention to maintain continuity and warmth in relations with Bangladesh despite political transitions. The communication emphasised the deep historical, cultural, and civilisational connections shared by the two nat

India has intensified its efforts to secure higher indigenous manufacturing participation in the proposed procurement of additional Rafale fighter aircraft from France, signalling a major shift toward self-reliant defence production. The discussions gained momentum during high-level bilateral engagements between the two countries, where defence cooperation, technology transfer, and joint industrial development were key priorities. India’s objective is not only to strengthen

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of significant bilateral meetings with European leaders, including Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, and Slovakia’s President Zuzana Čaputová, on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. The diplomatic engagements highlighted India’s growing international influence and its strategic focus on strengthening ties with European nations across multiple sectors, including trade

A controversy emerged at the prestigious India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi after officials reportedly asked Galgotias University to vacate its exhibition space following allegations related to a robotic dog displayed at the event. The summit, hosted at Bharat Mandapam, was designed to showcase India’s technological progress in artificial intelligence and innovation to a global audience. However, the situation quickly escalated when observers claimed that the robot presente

India’s growing influence in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem received a significant boost as Anthropic announced the launch of its new office in Bengaluru during the India AI Impact Summit . The expansion reflects the country’s rapid emergence as a major technology hub, with India now becoming the second-largest global market for the company’s AI assistant Claude, after the United States. The announcement underscores how India is transitioning from being primari

India is entering a transformative phase in artificial intelligence (AI) development, with the government projecting massive investments that could reshape the country’s technological landscape. Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw , has stated that the country is likely to attract more than $200 billion in AI-related investments over the next two years. This projection highlights growing global confidence in India as a major destinatio

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France for the global Artificial Intelligence summit evolved into a broader diplomatic initiative aimed at strengthening India’s international partnerships. Beyond participating in discussions on emerging technologies, the visit included multiple high-level meetings with world leaders, business executives, and technology innovators, reflecting India’s growing geopolitical relevance and ambition to shape global conversations on technolo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held crucial bilateral discussions in Mumbai, reinforcing the growing strategic partnership between India and France. The high-level engagement took place during Macron’s official visit to India and focused on defence cooperation, advanced technology collaboration, industrial partnerships, and shared geopolitical priorities in an increasingly complex global environment. The visit highlighted the depth of trus

The Adani Group has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest $100 billion in building renewable-energy-powered, AI-ready hyperscale data centres across India by 2035. The initiative is designed to integrate clean energy generation, transmission systems, and high-performance computing infrastructure into a unified ecosystem capable of supporting next-generation artificial intelligence technologies. The announcement reflects a growing recognition that access to both computing powe

India’s financial enforcement agency, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), has imposed a penalty of ₹184 crore on digital media platform NewsClick and its founder-editor Prabir Purkayastha for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. Officials stated that ₹120 crore of the penalty has been levied on the company, PPK NewsClick Studio Pvt Ltd, while ₹64 crore has been imposed on Purkayastha personally. The order followed adjudication proceedings ini