What is Pax Silica? India joins US-led coalition
India on Friday formally joined the Pax Silica coalition, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of strategic technology and supply chain cooperation between India and the United States.
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Pratik Ur Rahaman hails Mamata’s SIR battle after CPI-M exit, fuels TMC speculation
Kolkata/IBNS: Resigned CPI-M leader Pratik Ur Rahaman has heaped praise on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her fight against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the Supreme Court, amplifying speculation about his possible move to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).
India joins Trump’s Board of Peace meet as 'observer' : Reports
India participated as an observer in U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace meeting on Gaza held in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, according to media reports.
Kerala biologist moves High Court against 'The Kerala Story 2', alleges stereotyping of the state
A 26-year-old biologist from Kerala has approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the upcoming film The Kerala Story 2, alleging that it unfairly targets the state and its people through its content and title.
Supreme Court slams poll-time freebies, warns states against fiscal 'irresponsibility'
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India has issued a sharp warning to state governments over what it described as “irresponsible” freebies, questioning the fiscal wisdom and timing of welfare announcements made close to elections.
Bengaluru shock: Ex-ISRO staffer strangles wife, waits for police at home
A 65-year-old former employee of the Indian Space Research Organisation was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly killing his wife at their residence in south Bengaluru, media reports said.
Galgotias apologises over robodog row, blames ‘ill-informed’ representative for AI summit controversy
New Delhi/IBNS: Facing mounting criticism over a viral robodog video, Galgotias University has issued a fresh apology, its third clarification within two days.
Modi meets Serbian, Finnish leaders: Push for trade boost and strategic cooperation
Indian PM Narendra Modi discussed ways to deepen cooperation in areas such as defence, manufacturing, DPI, fertilisers and infrastructure during his meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
Over 70 Navies unite in Visakhapatnam! President Murmu sends powerful maritime message
Indian President Droupadi Murmu witnessed the International Fleet Review at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on Wednesday, an event where Navies of more than 70 countries are participating.
Modi, Pedro Sanchez discuss ways to expand ties in defence, security, technology
PM Narendra Modi held talks with President Pedro Sánchez in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing ways to further strengthen India–Spain ties across key sectors, including defence, security, technology and innovation.
India plans to cut Pakistan’s access to Ravi waters as Shahpur Kandi dam nears completion
New Delhi/IBNS: As summer approaches, Pakistan’s mounting water challenges could deepen further, with India preparing to halt the flow of surplus water from the Ravi River into Pakistan.
G7 Spotlight: Emmanuel Macron invites Narendra Modi for 2026 Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 Summit in France.
AI Summit embarrassment! Galgotias University asked to vacate stall after ‘own robot’ exposed as China’s Unitree Go2
New Delhi/IBNS: In a massive embarrassment, Galgotias University has been asked to vacate its expo space at the India AI Action Summit in New Delhi after a viral video showed the Greater Noida-based institution claiming a Chinese robotic dog as its own developed product, media reports said.
Ex-Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah to join BJP on Feb 22, confirms CM Himanta Sarma
Senior Assam politician Bhupen Borah, who recently quit the Congress Party ahead of the state elections, will join the Bharatiya Janata Party on February 22, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday.
PM Modi congratulates his Bangladesh counterpart Tarique Rahman, extends invitation to visit India
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday met Bangladesh’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and handed over a warm letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, congratulating him on his party’s victory in the parliamentary elections and his appointment as Prime Minister.
From car diplomacy to global strategy: Modi, Macron upgrade India–France ties
In a symbolic display of “car diplomacy” and personal rapport, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron travelled together in the same vehicle during the latter’s visit to Mumbai after holding wide-ranging talks to boost bilateral ties.
AI won’t kill jobs, it will change them: PM Modi reassures India’s youth
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries worldwide, concerns about job losses have intensified, particularly among young professionals.
India to add 20,000 GPUs beyond existing 38,000 to strengthen national AI infrastructure: Ashwini
Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced on the second day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 that India will scale its compute capacity beyond the existing 38,000 GPUs with the addition of 20,000 GPUs in the coming weeks.
Digital diplomacy in action: India, Ireland explore AI, Quantum, Broadband Collaboration
Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia today led an Indian delegation in a bilateral meeting with Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform, and Digitalisation of Ireland, at Sanchar Bhawan, New Delhi.
‘We are in the AI era’: Supreme Court blasts Centre over ‘malicious’ Sonam Wangchuk transcript
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India on Monday pulled up the Centre over the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, observing that there appeared to be “a certain malice” in the transcription of his speech, media reports said.
French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Mumbai — Big talks with PM Modi on strategic ties ahead
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday ahead of his meeting with PM Narendra Modi, during which the two leaders will review progress in the India-France Strategic Partnership.
Indore MBA student murder: Accused allegedly attempts black magic after killing
Police have revealed chilling details about the murder of an MBA student in the Dwarkapuri area of Indore. The accused, Piyush Dhamnotiya, is currently in a three-day police remand, and investigators say his actions after the crime have sent shockwaves across the city, media reports said.
Actor Rajpal Yadav granted interim bail in ₹9-crore cheque bounce case
Delhi/IBNS: Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav, who had been lodged in Tihar Jail in connection with a ₹9-crore cheque bounce case, was granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court on Monday, offering him temporary relief in a prolonged legal battle.
Inside Milan 2026: Indian Navy’s grand cultural showcase wows global navies
The Indian Navy inaugurated the Milan Village on February 15 at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam as part of its flagship international naval exercise, Milan 2026.
India’s wholesale inflation rises to 1.81% in January as manufacturing prices surge
Mumbai/IBNS: India's wholesale inflation climbed 1.81% year-on-year (YoY) in January 2026 led by the surge in costs in the manufacturing sector.
'I’ve stopped caring': Disturbing words of Indian student days before his death in US
New Delhi/IBNS: Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old MSc student from Karnataka, was found dead in the United States days after he went missing, media reports said.
Modi, Macron to review progress made in India-France Strategic Partnership during Mumbai meeting
Indian PM Narendra Modi will meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on Tuesday, officials said.
Narendra Modi to inaugurate India AI Impact Expo 2026 tomorrow. What's on agenda?
Narendra Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026 on February 16, 2026, at 5 PM at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Big Defence boost! India, France set to renew 10-year pact at high-stakes Bengaluru meet
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on February 17, when the two leaders are expected to renew the defence cooperation agreement for another 10 years.
After BNP’s big victory in Bangladesh, Mamata Banerjee sends sweets, flowers to Tarique Rahman
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has sent flowers and sweets to BNP chief Tarique Rahman over his political outfit's strong victory in the general polls, a democratic step taken by the country for the first time since former PM Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power on August 5, 2024.