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'Safe, Inclusive AI For All': PM Modi Says India Helping Shape 'Force For Good' Conversation
February 18, 2026
While AI serves as a force multiplier for human intent, the ultimate responsibility for decision-…
India is helping shape the conversation on how AI should be used and governed by showing that …
Just as the world established international norms for aviation and shipping to ensure cross-…
The Economic Times
India is reshaping strategy through diversified trade, stronger self-reliance, deeper partnerships
February 18, 2026
The world faces a volatile era. India is responding with pragmatic policies, strengthening its …
Recent trade deals demonstrate India's growing engagement. India aims for Viksit Bharat by 2047,…
India has to do both manufacturing and services, industry and agriculture, core and advanced …
ETV Bharat
India Unveils SAHI And BODH To Build Secure, Ethical AI Ecosystem In Healthcare Sector
February 18, 2026
Union Health Minister JP Nadda launched two digital health initiatives – SAHI (Secure AI for …
The National Health Policy, 2017 envisaged the creation of a comprehensive digital health …
SAHI has been conceptualised as a comprehensive framework to promote secure, interoperable and …
The Financial Express
Digital tools give India’s healthcare a fresh life
February 18, 2026
From Google and Aarogyam to Wadhwani AI and Shishu Maapan, AI use cases for healthcare are …
Google announced plans to fund new collaborations worth $400,000 to build India-specific health …
Over 1,00,000 individuals have undergone AI-supported chest X-ray screening, with nearly 35% of …
The Economic Times
HAMMER deal: BEL, Safran to set up India JV post Modi-Macron talks
February 18, 2026
Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) and France’s Safran will form a joint venture to produce HAMMER …
Bharat Electronics Ltd and France’s Safran’s partnership aims to bolster India's domestic …
HAMMER, officially designated AASM from the French Armement Air-Sol Modulaire, is a precision-…
The Indian Express
World’s only helicopter to fly at Everest heights will be made in India’: Modi on India-France H125 project
February 18, 2026
India and France elevated bilateral ties to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership” after PM …
PM Modi and French President Macron virtually inaugurated the H125 Light Utility Helicopter …
Calling the India-France relationship “very crucial”, PM Modi said, “The strategic partnership …
The Economic Times
India is the voice of Global South: PM
February 18, 2026
India has evolved into a confident and credible voice of the Global South, shaping global …
PM Modi said as the world looks for steady leadership in uncertain times, India stands out as a …
India has transformed the ambition into reality through world-class Digital Public …
Business Standard
India invested $13 bn in distributed solar, adding 35 GW in 15 months
February 18, 2026
India has invested over $13 billion to ramp up capacity creation in two flagship schemes in the …
AI integration in energy systems will boost the implementation of the India Energy Stack (IES), …
Rooftop solar installations in the country will reach 1 crore in the next two years: Union …
Hindustan Times
A Swedish corner in the EU-India trade deal
February 18, 2026
Once the FTA is ratified, trade between India and Sweden is projected to double to over $14 …
Time has come for Sweden to be a part of India’s remarkable growth journey towards Viksit …
The FTA will unlock new opportunities for European companies in India, particularly small and …
Business Standard
Eli Lilly eyes India as global manufacturing hub amid rising drug demand
February 18, 2026
Mounjaro-maker Eli Lilly aims to turn India into a hub for its global supply chain as part of …
Sales of Mounjaro, a blockbuster weight-loss drug, doubled within months of its launch in India …
Eli Lilly plans to export locally produced drugs to markets across the world as part of its …
Business Standard
India uniquely positioned to see benefits of AI: Amazon exec David Zapolsky
February 18, 2026
India is uniquely positioned to benefit from artificial intelligence (AI) because of its scale, …
Amazon has invested $40 billion in India through 2024 and plans to invest another $35 billion: …
Amazon’s focus in India has remained consistent: serving customers better, helping sellers grow …
The Times Of india
UPI for AI: India offers 'bouquet of trusted solutions' to world
February 18, 2026
India wants to shape how AI is developed and governed globally by balancing innovation with …
India's strength lies in building frugal, low-cost engineering solutions that work at scale and …
India is scaling up its AI infrastructure, with plans to add 20,000 GPUs over the next six …
Business Standard
India shifts from growth story to trusted global partner, says PM Modi
February 18, 2026
India is a stabilising force in a world marked by geopolitical churn and economic uncertainty: …
India has become a confident and credible voice of the Global South, shaping global …
Digital public infrastructure has enabled India to take welfare to the maximum number of people,…
Business Standard
Modi, Macron hold bilateral talks, elevate strategic ties to special status
February 18, 2026
PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a bilateral meeting and vowed to strengthen …
France wants to be a trusted partner of India so that the industries in both nations can …
PM Modi and French President Macron virtually inaugurated the assembly line for the production …
The Times Of india
From helicopter assembly lines to HAMMER missiles: Key pacts signed as PM Modi hosts France's Macron
February 18, 2026
PM Modi welcomed French President Macron in Mumbai and held bilateral talks to strengthen India-…
PM Modi and French President Macron vowed to boost cooperation in defence, trade, and critical …
French President Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday morning (Feb 17), jogged on Marine Drive, …
The Financial Express
India emerges principal gainer among leather exporters to EU: CareEdge
February 18, 2026
India’s leather industry has emerged as the principal gainer in the EU market after tariffs …
The India–EU FTA will boost India’s $2.4 billion leather exports and expand its share in the EU’…
The India–EU FTA, along with Union Budget 2026–27 incentives and the recent US tariff cut from …
Business Standard
India AI Impact Expo powerful convergence of ideas, innovation: PM Modi
February 18, 2026
India AI Impact Expo 2026 was a powerful convergence of ideas, innovation and intent: PM Modi
India AI Impact Expo 2026 reaffirmed India’s commitment to harness AI responsibly, inclusively …
India AI Impact Expo 2026 brings together global technology firms, startups, academia and …
Business Standard
Mastercard conducts secured agentic commerce transaction at India AI Summit
February 18, 2026
Mastercard demonstrated India’s first fully authenticated agentic commerce transaction on its …
We will collaborate with leading LLM developers and AI technology providers in the Asia Pacific …
We will focus on consumer awareness initiatives to build trust in AI-enabled transactions as …
Business Standard
Estonian President hails ties with India; seeks deeper cooperation in AI
February 18, 2026
His visit is centred on the upcoming World AI Summit, and he seeks deeper cooperation in AI …
We can call ourselves ancient, arguably even eternal Europeans, just as Indians can consider …
We need greater Indian investment, particularly in green hydrogen and electronics: President …
Money Control
‘India leads, not follows’: Macron praises India's global tech footprint, lists Indian-origin CEOs
February 18, 2026
India does not just participate in global innovation; it leads it: Emmanuel Macron, French President
We are here. We want to be here with you. And we are not leaving India: Emmanuel Macron, French …
India and France are choosing each other on land, at sea and in the sky, not by default but by …
The Financial Express
Two-wheeler industry seen growing 7–9% in FY27: Crisil
February 18, 2026
Two-wheeler industry is expected to clock 7–9% volume growth in FY27, taking total dispatches …
India’s rural demand strengthened on the back of a healthy kharif crop and improving farm …
India’s two-wheeler industry revenue will grow 10–12% next fiscal: Crisil Ratings
The Financial Express
Passenger vehicle volumes seen at 4–6% in FY27: ICRA
February 18, 2026
India’s automotive industry is set to enter a phase of growth in FY27, with wholesale volumes …
India’s passenger vehicle volumes are expected to grow 4–6% year-on-year in FY27, driven by …
In India’s commercial vehicle segment, wholesale volumes are likely to grow 4–6% in FY27, …
The Tribune
India one of the first countries globally to have AI strategy for health, OIC, WHO South-East Asia Region says
February 18, 2026
India is the first country in South-East Asia and among the first globally to adopt a dedicated …
India’s SAHI outlines how AI can be implemented responsibly from a governance perspective: …
The launch of India’s AI strategy for health will help the government implement AI responsibly: …
News18
Modinomics: The Kisan Comes First
February 18, 2026
One of the cornerstones of Modi’s agricultural policy has been ensuring financial stability for …
PMFBY has revolutionised crop insurance by offering affordable premiums and comprehensive …
The Modi government has increased the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 23 crops to ensure that …
News18
Why ‘Seva Teerth’ Marks The Most Decisive Move To End India’s Colonial Hangover
February 18, 2026
Seva Teerth marks a decisive step in shedding India’s colonial hangover by reimagining the seat …
Seva Teerth replaces the imperial aesthetic of distance and grandeur with a civilisational …
The present government has articulated a conscious effort to move from India as a post-colonial …
Business Standard
India AI Summit 2026: What are the Sarvam Kaze AI glasses PM Modi wore?
February 18, 2026
PM Modi showcased India’s innovation strength by trying Sarvam Kaze, a sleek AI-powered …
Sarvam Kaze is an AI device that moves intelligence from screens to the real world by listening,…
Sarvam Edge focuses on running AI models directly on devices instead of relying on cloud servers,…
The Tribune
PM Modi shares ride with French President Macron en route to India-France Innovation Forum after meeting
February 18, 2026
PM Modi shared a ride with French President Emmanuel Macron as they headed to the India–France …
The strategic partnership between India and France is one of the oldest, and with President …
India and France are focused on enhancing cooperation in innovation, trade and technology
Business Line
India, Australia are at the forefront of AI adoption
February 18, 2026
India and Australia are at the forefront of AI adoption and are deepening collaboration: …
I am thrilled to be in New Delhi, attending one of the world’s biggest and most important events,…
I return to India as Australia’s Assistant Minister for Science, Technology and the Digital …
India Tv
AI will not replace jobs, it will create new opportunities: PM Modi reassures Indian youth
February 18, 2026
AI will not eliminate human work but transform it. AI is a job multiplier, not a job killer: PM Modi
Whenever innovation takes place, new opportunities emerge, and the same will happen in the near …
I am confident that Indian youth will not just keep up with the changes brought by AI, but will …
The Financial Express
‘AI, if left unguided, can test social foundations’: PM Modi
February 18, 2026
AI stands at a civilisational inflexion point, capable of expanding human potential, but if …
The end goal of technology should be welfare for all and happiness for all: PM Modi
India is creating a platform that amplifies underrepresented voices and development priorities: …
Business Line
Coconut industry gets a policy boost
February 17, 2026
The Central government has introduced the Coconut Promotion Scheme, offering financial …
Union budget prioritizes building a sustainable value chain by providing 50% subsidies for …
Coconut is being positioned as a full agro-industrial ecosystem linking farms, processing units,…
The Tribune
India is an incredible place to develop AI, says Data Scientist and AI expert
February 17, 2026
The AI Impact Summit 2026 will witness unprecedented participation, with over 20 Heads of State,…
PM Modi is scheduled to deliver the inaugural address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on …
The AI Impact summit, the first global AI event hosted in the Global South, is being held from …
The Economic Times
India's sugar exports reach 2.01 lakh tonnes till February in 2026 MY: AISTA
February 17, 2026
India has exported 2,01,547 tonnes of sugar through February in the current 2025-26 marketing …
India's sugar production is estimated to rise 13 per cent to 29.6 million tonnes in the 2025-26 …
AISTA has welcomed the government's decision to allow the additional 500,000 tonnes of sugar …
The Economic Times
Big tax relief for disabled employees: Travel deduction raised under draft tax rules 2026
February 17, 2026
New draft tax rules for 2026 offer significant travel tax relief for disabled employees. They …
The government has taken a step forward to support people grappling with various disabilities …
The proposed tax deduction for employees who are blind, deaf, dumb or orthopedically …
The Times Of india
PMAY‑Urban scheme nears 1 crore completed homes; Andhra, Gujarat lead the drive
February 17, 2026
PMAY-U mission has achieved significant success with 96.65 lakh homes completed and 94.24 lakh …
A total investment of ₹8.42 lakh crore has been mobilised for the urban housing mission, with …
Andhra Pradesh leads the nation in urban housing progress with 11.19 lakh completed homes, …
Money Control
India's scale enables AI experiments with ‘hundreds of millions’ of people: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
February 17, 2026
India’s massive population enables companies to conduct experiments with hundreds of millions …
Anthropic is working with the Ekstep Foundation to build on India's digital public …
The company is 'working very hard' to support a 'long tail' of languages, especially regional …
Business Standard
India may be first to see wider scale of voice AI: Mati Staniszewski
February 17, 2026
India will perhaps be the first country in the region where we see wider adoption of voice AI, …
We’ve rolled out support for 11 Indian languages and are working toward covering 22 over the …
Today, we have around 1,500 professional-grade voices across styles available in India. We have …
The Indian Express
President of Serbia writes: AI Summit places India at the centre of the global discourse
February 17, 2026
As one of the world’s largest republics, encompassing myriad languages, religions, cultures and …
In 2018, to memorialise seventy years of diplomatic relations, India and Serbia jointly …
Indian companies are active in Serbia across sectors ranging from IT to automotive components …
ANI News
India has taken to become kind of sovereign in its AI development," says AI Expert
February 17, 2026
It was incredible to see India be the first country in the Global South to host the AI Impact …
India really sits at a very interesting position because it's kind of a broker between the …
AI Impact Summit aims to translate AI innovations into actionable development outcomes aligned …
ANI News
Irish Minister welcomes India's "thematic focus" on AI being an all-inclusive tool
February 17, 2026
Irish Minister Jack Chambers praised India's approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI), …
Irish Minister Jack Chambers appreciated India's thematic focus on AI as an all-inclusive tool, …
The AI Impact Summit is aimed at fostering inclusive, development-oriented, and responsible …
ANI News
AI Impact Summit will strengthen US-India commercial ties: USIBC
February 17, 2026
The US-India Business Council has welcomed its delegation to the AI Impact Summit and said the …
The AI Impact Summit aims to translate AI innovations into actionable development outcomes …
AI is a key enabler of India's development journey, strengthening governance and transforming …
News18
Shaping Solutions For The World': PM Modi, Experts Hail India As Global AI Leader At Landmark Summit
February 17, 2026
Being amongst researchers and tech enthusiasts provided a glimpse of the extraordinary …
The India AI Impact Summit garnered widespread praise from international experts, who view …
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is defined by several key developments that position the …
Business Standard
AI transforming entire industrial value chain: Rockwell Automation's MD
February 17, 2026
As India advances towards becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse, AI is transforming the …
The India AI Impact Expo 2026 serves as a national demonstration of AI in action, where policy …
The India AI Impact Expo 2026 hosts over 300 curated exhibition pavilions and live …
The Economic Times
India AI Impact Summit 2026: UPI One World wallet launched for foreign travellers visiting AI meet
February 17, 2026
The ‘UPI One World’ wallet services will now be available to international visitors from over …
The ‘UPI One World’ wallet is available through authorised PPI issuers at New Delhi …
The ‘UPI One World’ wallet trial project will enable foreign visitors to India to make easy, …
The Economic Times
US, EU trade deals could unlock $400 billion for India’s agri sector
February 17, 2026
The Central government has secured trade deals with the US and the EU that combine to open …
India's agricultural exports to the US currently stand at $2.8 billion, and the new trade …
In any FTA, India has not granted any duty concessions on sectors such as dairy, poultry, and …
The Economic Times
From Bhatinda to Bardhaman, small towns are new money generators
February 17, 2026
Retail surge across Tier II and Tier III cities, with real estate development in these areas …
Consumer goods makers are reporting a revival in rural markets, prompting a pivot back to entry-…
"Till now we have mostly addressed the needs of modern trade and ecommerce but now the fire has …
Business Standard
US, UAE, Canada NRIs fuel 126% jump in India health insurance cover: Report
February 17, 2026
NRIs are increasingly adopting Indian health insurance, with family-floater and parental policy …
The Central government's push for technology in healthcare has helped the NRI customer base …
"Our 126 per cent NRI growth proves that tech has finally dissolved the borders of healthcare": …
The Economic Times
Anthropic opens Bengaluru office, announces new partnerships across India
February 17, 2026
Anthropic has established its 1st India office in Bengaluruto support India's rapidly growing …
Inclusive AI is reinforced by Anthropic’s new initiatives to improve model performance in 10 …
India represents one of the world's most promising opportunities to bring the benefits of …
The Economic Times
The US deal doesn’t compromise national interest, but brings us big benefits of trade liberalisation
February 17, 2026
Indian government's trade deal with the US represents a strategic victory, bringing the …
By exchanging zero duty on US industrial imports for a reduced 18% duty on Indian exports, the …
PM Modi has patiently moved his pieces on the diplomatic chessboard without losing poise or pride
The Times Of india
India adds record 52.5 GW in first 10 months of FY26
February 17, 2026
The Indian government has announced a record addition of 52,537 MW of power capacity in the …
India’s non-fossil fuel capacity now stands at 272 GW, surpassing fossil fuel-based capacity as …
"This marks the highest ever capacity addition in a single year, surpassing the previous record …