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 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

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised the trade negotiation record of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, stating that economic mismanagement during that period prevented India from successfully concluding major international trade agreements. He emphasised that India’s recent success in signing multiple free trade agreements reflects stronger economic fundamentals, policy stability, and growing global confidence in the country. The Prime Minister’s remar

India and France are preparing to further deepen their strategic partnership as both countries convene for the sixth edition of their annual defence dialogue in Bengaluru on February 17, 2026. The meeting, to be co-chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and France’s Minister of the Armed Forces Catherine Vautrin, is expected to review ongoing defence engagements and explore new opportunities for collaboration in manufacturing, technology sharing, and military cooperatio

India has registered a notable improvement in global travel mobility, rising to the 75th position in the latest edition of the Henley Passport Index. The updated rankings indicate that Indian passport holders can now travel to 56 destinations without obtaining a visa in advance. This development marks a significant improvement from last year’s ranking and reflects gradual progress in India’s international travel access. The index, which evaluates 199 passports against 227 tra

India is carefully examining an invitation from the United States to join a newly proposed international body aimed at stabilising the Gaza Strip. The initiative, called the “ Board of Peace ,” has been put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump as part of a broader framework to oversee governance, reconstruction, and long-term stability in Gaza following prolonged conflict in the region. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that New Delhi has received formal co

India’s apparel and textile industry has welcomed the interim trade agreement framework between India and the United States, calling it a major breakthrough after months of uncertainty caused by steep US tariffs. Industry leaders have described the pact as a turning point that could restore export momentum, improve price competitiveness, and rebuild confidence among American buyers who had slowed or shifted sourcing away from India. The agreement reduces earlier punitive tari

A recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) monitoring report has directly linked Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) to the deadly attack near Delhi’s Red Fort , strengthening international concerns over the group’s continued involvement in terrorism targeting India. The findings challenge long-standing claims that JeM has been dismantled and underscore the persistent threat posed by Pakistan-based extremist networks. The biannual report by the UNSC’s A

US President Donald Trump has described the newly announced interim trade agreement between India and the United States as a “historic” milestone, saying it will sharply expand American energy exports, particularly coal, while resetting the broader economic relationship between the world’s two largest democracies. Speaking at a White House event titled Champion of Coal, Trump said recent trade deals with India, Japan and South Korea are transforming the United States into a

Rolls-Royce Chief Executive Officer Tufan Erginbilgic met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss plans to significantly expand the British engineering major’s operations in India. The high-level meeting reflects Rolls-Royce’s growing focus on India as a key global market and an increasingly important centre for advanced engineering, manufacturing, and technology development. During the discussions, Prime Minister Modi welcomed Rolls-Royce’s expansion plans and

India is accelerating the development of strategic railway infrastructure across its Himalayan frontier, marking a significant shift in how connectivity and national security are being integrated. The expansion is designed to strengthen logistics, improve rapid deployment capability and ensure resilient access to some of the country’s most sensitive border regions. This push comes at a time when China continues to rapidly expand its transport and military-support infrastruct

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has cautioned that cyber fraud in India is rapidly evolving from a financial crime into a serious national security challenge. Addressing a national-level conference on tackling cyber-enabled frauds, Shah stressed that timely prevention and swift intervention are the most effective tools to stop cybercrime from escalating into a full-scale crisis. With India emerging as one of the world’s largest digital economies, the country now processes bil

China’s decision to participate in India’s upcoming AI Impact Summit in New Delhi marks a significant moment in regional technology diplomacy, signalling a cautious but meaningful thaw in relations between Asia’s two largest economies. The move comes at a time when artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping global economic power, national security strategies, and international governance frameworks. The five-day summit, scheduled from February 16 to 20, 2026, is being posit

India and the United Kingdom have taken a major step toward strengthening economic and workforce cooperation by signing a landmark social security agreement that eliminates double social security contributions for short-term workers. The pact is expected to provide significant financial relief to Indian professionals and businesses while supporting smoother cross-border movement of skilled talent between the two countries. The agreement is being seen as a long-awaited reform

India will continue to source crude oil from global suppliers offering the most competitive prices and suitable quality, reaffirming a pragmatic, market-driven approach to safeguarding the country’s energy security. The government has made it clear that affordability, reliability, and quality will remain the core principles guiding India’s oil import strategy amid shifting geopolitical and trade conditions. Officials from the Ministries of External Affairs and Commerce recent

The opening of the India-US Space Business Forum in Bengaluru marks a significant milestone in the evolution of bilateral space cooperation between India and the United States. The city, long recognised as the heart of India’s aerospace and technology ecosystem, is now emerging as a central hub for commercial and strategic space partnerships. With the presence of ISRO , a fast-growing private startup base, and strong institutional support, Bengaluru is increasingly shaping I