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February 22, 2026 6:38 PM

Brazilian President Lula calls India a ‘democratic brother of the Global South’, sets $30 billion trade target

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday described India as a “democratic brother of the Global South” and set an ambitious target of raising bilateral trade to $30 billion, underscoring the growing strategic and economic partnersh...

February 22, 2026 2:46 PM

PM Modi warns against digital fraud, urges citizens to update KYC only through official channels

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday cautioned citizens against rising incidents of digital fraud and so-called “digital arrest” scams, urging people to remain vigilant and follow proper banking procedures to safeguard their hard-earned savings...

February 22, 2026 2:14 PM

World witnessed India’s remarkable AI capabilities at AI Impact Summit: PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the world witnessed “Bharat’s remarkable capabilities” in artificial intelligence during the recently concluded AI Impact Summit 2026, describing it as a turning point in the global use of AI. Addres...

February 22, 2026 1:51 PM

Piyush Goyal urges India-Brazil trade expansion beyond $15 billion

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday called for a significant expansion of India-Brazil trade beyond the current $15 billion, urging businesses from both countries to pursue deeper collaboration in defence, renewable energy, ...

February 20, 2026 4:32 PM

Nifty, Sensex post strong gains led by metals, PSU banks

The Indian equity benchmarks posted strong gains on Friday, led by gains in metals and PSU bank stocks. At the closing bell, Sensex gained 316 points, or 0.38 per cent to settle at 82,814. Nifty added 116 points, or 0.46 per cent, to close at 25,571...

February 20, 2026 3:44 PM

Azamgarh’s black pottery revived through ODOP, artisans credit double-engine govt

Under the various self-employment schemes being implemented by the double-engine government at the Centre and in Uttar Pradesh, Nizamabad in Azamgarh district is carving out a distinct identity through the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, ...

February 20, 2026 2:00 PM

‘Outstanding’ Summit showcases India’s AI vision to the world: Tata Sons Chairman

The ‘outstanding’ ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ has showcased the energy, the broader AI vision and what India can do to take this vision forward, according to Tata Sons Chairman, N. Chandrasekaran. He told IANS on the sidelines of the ‘AI...

February 20, 2026 1:42 PM

UN chief calls for global interoperability to mitigate AI fragmentation risks

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday cited AI fragmentation risks, calling for global interoperability standards for better outcomes at the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ here. Guterres said that today, international cooperation is dif...

February 20, 2026 1:17 PM

AI in healthcare to be remembered for billions of lives it helped improve

AI is not about replacing clinicians; it is about giving time back to them, time to think, time to connect and time to care, according to industry leaders. Roy Jakobs, CEO, Philips, positioned healthcare as the sector where AI could have the greates...

February 20, 2026 12:58 PM

MP Cabinet approves excise policy for 2026-27, retains ban on new liquor shops

The Madhya Pradesh cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, on Thursday approved the state's excise policy for the financial year 2026-27, retaining key restrictions on liquor sales while introducing measures aimed at enhancing transparency, r...