Digital Public Infrastructure Seen as Key to Scaling AI in Healthcare, Agriculture and Public Services

New Delhi: The session “AI and Open Networks: Creating Impact at Scale” at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 set out a clear proposition: the future of AI will be determined not only by model breakthroughs, but by the digital public infrastructure and open network architectures that allow innovation to reach millions of people. Drawing on examples from healthcare, agriculture, science, and public service delivery, speakers demonstrated how India’s approach, combining consent-based data systems, interoperable platforms and open participation, has created the foundation for AI deployment at a population scale.  …

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AI Governance Must Be Firmly Rooted in Scientific Evidence and Human Rights, Says António Guterres at India AI Impact Summit 2026

A high-level session titled “The Role of Science in International AI Governance’ held during the fifth day of India AI Impact Summit Machines should be created to make people smarter and help humanity, emphasises Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Microsoft Sustained Investment in Responsible AI Research Essential for Long-Term Innovation, Says Singapore Minister Josephine Teo From Digital Public Infrastructure to Global South: Experts Chart Path for Inclusive AI Policy New Delhi: The fifth day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 featured a high-level session titled “The Role…

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Trust, Safety and Governance Take Centre Stage at Agentic AI Roundtable during India AI Impact Summit 2026

New Delhi: The roundtable on “Agentic AI” on the fifth day of India AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together global tech industry, policy, and legal leaders to examine a pivotal shift in Artificial Intelligence (AI) from systems that support human decision-making to autonomous agents capable of executing complex tasks across enterprises. Structured across two high-level panels on Business & Industry and Policy Perspectives, the discussion focused on how this transition is redefining safety, accountability, cybersecurity, and public trust, even as it unlocks new productivity and innovation gains.   The first…

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India AI Impact Summit 2026 Session Calls for Value-Based, Trustworthy AI to Strengthen Sovereignty and Democracy

“Peace, Power and Perspectives” Session Explores Role of Indigenous Capacity, Secure Compute and Governance Frameworks in Shaping National Resilience Global Leaders Emphasise Transparency, Accountability and Human-Centric Design as Foundations of Operational Trust in High-Stakes AI Systems New Delhi: As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in defence systems, cyber operations, critical infrastructure and public governance, the session “Peace, Power and Perspectives: A Value-Based Approach to Trustworthy AI” at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 examined how countries are linking sovereign capability with democratic legitimacy and operational trust. The discussion moved beyond principles…

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Shah Sets 2029 Target to Eliminate Terrorism and Insurgency

New Delhi – Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday announced an ambitious roadmap to strengthen India’s internal security, stating that terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir and insurgency in the North-East will be fully eradicated by 2029, while Maoist violence is targeted to end by March 31, 2026. He made the remarks while addressing the 79th foundation day celebration of the Delhi Police in the national capital. Expansion of Safe City Surveillance Highlighting steps to modernize policing in Delhi, Shah announced a major expansion of the Safe City project. Around 2,100…

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A Celebration of Merit: Remarkable JEE Mains Results at Jaipuria Goel Campus

Lucknow: Seth M. R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus, proudly celebrates the exceptional performance of its meritorious students in JEE Mains, one of India’s most prestigious engineering entrance examinations. Daksh Maurya has secured an outstanding 99.20 percentile, while Pratyush has achieved an impressive 90.94 percentile, bringing immense pride and distinction to the institution. Scoring 99.20 percentile, Daksh’s achievement reflects extraordinary perseverance, academic excellence, and unwavering focus. Equally commendable is Pratyush’s accomplishment of 90.94 percentile, which stands as a testament to his dedication, disciplined preparation, and determination to excel. Their remarkable results…

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India and France Elevate Ties to Special Global Strategic Partnership After Mumbai Talks

Mumbai: India and France have agreed to broaden their long-standing bilateral relationship, elevating it to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership” following high-level talks between Narendra Modi and Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai. The announcement came at the conclusion of Macron’s three-day visit to India, during which both leaders held extensive discussions covering defence, technology, clean energy and global security. Addressing the media after their meeting, Prime Minister Modi described the upgraded partnership as a reflection of deep mutual trust and a shared commitment to global stability amid rising geopolitical uncertainties. Strategic…

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The Future of Bengal: A Wave of Religion or a Path to Progress?

New Delhi: Even though the formal announcement of the West Bengal Assembly elections is still awaited, the political battleground is already charged. Clear signals suggest that the upcoming contest may revolve less around competing development claims and more around identity, faith, and cultural assertion. As the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh marks its centenary year, statewide Hindu conventions are being seen not merely as ideological gatherings but as potential political mobilization platforms for the Bharatiya Janata Party. On the other side, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee appears equally aware that if the electoral…

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MobiKwik Reports Profit in Q3 FY26; Strong ₹593 Million YoY Improvement

Mumbai: India’s leading digital wallet platform, One MobiKwik Systems Limited (NSE: MOBIKWIK | BSE: 544305), has announced its standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, reporting a return to profitability in the third quarter of FY26. The milestone quarter reflects strong execution across payments and financial services, improved operating efficiency, and disciplined cost management. The company posted a significant year-on-year improvement of ₹593 million in Profit After Tax (PAT), marking a decisive turnaround from losses in the corresponding quarter last year. Key Financial Highlights (Q3…

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Sports Competitions Conclude on Foundation Day of Vivekananda Polyclinic

Lucknow: The annual sports competitions organized on the occasion of the Foundation Day of Vivekananda Polyclinic & Institute of Medical Sciences concluded with great enthusiasm and participation in Lucknow. The multi-day sporting event brought together doctors, nursing staff, students, administrative officials, and employees of the institute in a celebration of teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie. The competitions were formally inaugurated earlier this week by the Institute’s Secretary, Swami Muktinathanand Maharaj, who symbolically marked the opening of the annual sports meet by stepping onto the cricket pitch and batting to declare the…

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