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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw apologised for crowd management issues at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 after overcrowding, connectivity problems and theft complaints marred the opening day, which saw over 70,000 attendees at the global AI event

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged chaos and mismanagement at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, claiming it caused global embarrassment. He criticised the government’s handling of the event and suggested it could have showcased India’s digital and AI capabilities instead

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the India AI Impact Expo 2026 showcased the power of Indian talent and innovation. He reaffirmed India’s commitment to responsible and inclusive Artificial Intelligence while highlighting strong global participation at the Summit

Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani said artificial intelligence will fundamentally change software development, making coding no longer the primary task for tech professionals. He said firms must focus on institutional change, new skills and AI adoption amid rising concerns over industry disruption

A white paper released at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 states that 16 per cent of the world’s AI talent is of Indian origin. It adds that India could contribute nearly 20 per cent of incremental global GDP growth over the next 15 years

On his birthday, we revisit how K. Chandrashekhar Rao led a 13-year movement that resulted in the formation of Telangana. From hunger strikes to governance reforms, this video explores the journey that reshaped regional politics and statehood history in India.

A 23-year-old man, Sahil Dhaneshra, was killed in a car crash in Delhi’s Dwarka after a speeding SUV, allegedly driven by a 17-year-old without a licence, rammed his motorcycle. The accused was reportedly filming social media reels with his sister moments before the collision.

The Supreme Court has dismissed pleas challenging the conviction in the 2002 death of Telugu actress Pratyusha, ruling out allegations of strangulation and rape. The case stemmed from a suicide pact between Reddy and Pratyusha, which ended fatally for the actress.

Hyderabad will host the ICCA Global Summit in January 2027, marking the first time the event will be held in India. The milestone coincides with India assuming the ICCA Chair, boosting the country’s growing corrugated packaging industry.

In Ranchi’s Doranda area, a young man was dragged several kilometres on a Mercedes after protesting its collision with a woman. The driver, High Court advocate Manoj Tandon, has been detained, and police are investigating amid public outrage

Forest officials in Odisha’s Ganjam district reported 13 critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphins near Bateshwar at the Rushikulya river mouth, a site already famed for Olive Ridley turtle mass nesting, emphasizing the estuary’s ecological significance

BRS working president KT Rama Rao strongly defended party chief K Chandrashekhar Rao during his 72nd birthday celebrations at Telangana Bhavan, dismissing attempts to undermine his achievements. Calling for unity, KTR urged party cadres to work towards bringing the BRS back to power.

Confusion surrounds Bill Gates’s participation in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, with government sources saying he won’t attend, while his foundation confirms he will deliver a keynote on February 19 during the ongoing February 16–20 event

Pixxel Space partnered with French propulsion firm Exotrail to integrate electric propulsion systems in its satellites, boosting its Earth Observation constellation. The announcement coincided with India-France Innovation Year in Mumbai

Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, known for classics like 'Sholay', 'Deewar', and 'Zanjeer', was admitted to the ICU of Lilavati Hospital. His son, actor Salman Khan, was seen outside the hospital

The Delhi High Court allowed the Centre and Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi more time to seek UAE cooperation regarding the detention of Major Vikrant Jaitly, brother of actress Celina Jaitly, with further hearings scheduled in March

Kolkata police arrested Mohammad Amjad in a Rs 3 crore cyber fraud case involving SIM box technology. The gang threatened a couple with fake CBI and ED charges. Multiple devices, SIM cards, and international links were seized and are under investigation

B62 Studios, headed by filmmaker Aditya Dhar, may be blacklisted by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation over repeated safety and civic violations during the shoot of “Dhurandhar 2,” starring Ranveer Singh, with police intervention reported on set

In Bengaluru, an actress alleged voyeurism and online blackmail at the Celebrity Women Cricket Tournament, claiming a stranger recorded her in a stadium washroom and threatened to make the footage viral. Cyber Crime Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation

A 45-year-old man, Rambali Rajwar, died at Ranchi’s Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences after being brutally beaten by residents of Piparwar, Chatra, on suspicion of child-lifting. Police have launched a probe into the mob lynching incident

In Manipur’s Ukhrul district, police evacuated 51 Kuki students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Ramva following clashes with the Tangkhul Naga community that damaged 30 houses. Authorities transferred students to Kangpokpi and urged communities to maintain restraint amid rising ethnic tensions

The Janata Dal (United) and Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Indian National Congress after senior leader Mani Shankar Aiyar made controversial remarks against party colleagues, triggering political reactions and allegations of internal turmoil within Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo 2026 in New Delhi, highlighting India’s commitment to responsible and inclusive AI. The event at Bharat Mandapam features 600 startups, 13 country pavilions and global technology collaborations

A 40-year-old woman labourer was injured after an unidentified motorcyclist allegedly threw acid on her in Dugri Colony, Ludhiana. The attacker fled the scene. Police are analysing CCTV footage and have launched a search to apprehend the accused