India

Signing the accord offers the symbolic advantage of a “seat at the high table,” but strategic caution must guide New Delhi’s choices

Resilient semiconductor networks are essential in a world increasingly shaped by supply chain weaponisation

India has joined the US-led Pax Silica alliance to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and artificial intelligence. The move aims to boost economic security, deepen bilateral ties, and promote resilient, innovation-driven technology cooperation

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced a partnership with IBM to train one lakh youth in AI, cybersecurity and quantum computing over the next three to five years, aiming to build a future-ready technology workforce in the state

Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw said the convergence of artificial intelligence and biological intelligence can transform healthcare by enabling predictive medicine, regenerative science and preventive care. She added that India’s digital infrastructure gives it an edge in leading this global shift

Tantri Kantarar Rajeevar has accused the Pinarayi Vijayan government of political revenge after getting bail in the Sabarimala gold theft case. The Kollam Vigilance Court said the prosecution failed to establish a direct link between him and the alleged theft

Tension prevailed in Sihora town of Jabalpur district after members of two communities clashed, leading to stone-pelting and vandalism. Police fired tear gas to disperse the mob and arrested 49 people. Authorities said the situation is under control

The Supreme Court has directed the deployment of serving and former district judges to assist the Election Commission in West Bengal’s special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The court also issued strict directions to ensure timely completion of the process

The Supreme Court has ordered that the murder trial against YSRCP MLC Anantha Satya Udaya Bhaskara Rao be completed by November 30, flagging alleged police collusion and issuing strict timelines for investigation, charges and witness examination

Fresh tension prevailed in Karnataka’s Bagalkote after stone-pelting incidents during a procession despite prohibitory orders. Police resorted to a mild lathi-charge and arrested eight people. Authorities said the situation is under control and security has been tightened

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking to restrain the naming of mosques and religious structures after Mughal emperor Babur or Babri Masjid. The petitioner withdrew the plea after the court expressed its disinclination to hear the matter

Actor-politician Vijay-led TVK has reiterated that it will not form an alliance with the BJP despite mounting pressure. Party leader Arun Raj alleged political pressure and said the party remains firm on its ideological stand ahead of upcoming elections

Security forces in Arunachal Pradesh foiled a major terror plot in Longding district by arresting an NSCN-IM militant and seizing arms and ammunition. In a separate case, police also seized heroin worth Rs seven lakh in Namsai district

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly criticised the Congress party after its youth wing staged a disruptive protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. BJP leaders accused Rahul Gandhi of instigating the shirtless demonstration, calling it an attempt to tarnish India’s global image.

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said artificial intelligence will create new job opportunities while transforming existing roles, as India strengthens its position in the global AI ecosystem. Delegates at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlighted AI’s potential across key sectors.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said artificial intelligence could raise global growth by 0.8 per cent, making India’s ambition of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 achievable. She also cautioned that AI also poses significant risks to employment.

India and Japan’s growing collaboration in electronics hardware and semiconductors is reshaping their strategic partnership. By combining India’s digital scale with Japan’s manufacturing strength, the alliance aims to build resilient supply chains and a democratic digital future.

Intelligence agencies are monitoring efforts by ISI-backed groups, including Jamaat-e-Islami, RSO, and ARSA, to send illegal immigrants from Bangladesh into West Bengal before elections, aiming at demographic changes, while also tracking potential terror threats from HuJI and JMB

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal has strongly criticised IndiGo after his checked-in baggage went missing on a flight from New Delhi to Belagavi. He demanded an immediate explanation from IndiGo’s CEO and urged the Civil Aviation Ministry to intervene.

Sabarimala Tantri Kandararu Rajeevaru secured bail in gold loss cases, claiming his arrest was retaliation for his 2018 stand on women’s entry. Court noted lack of evidence, while political leaders demanded SIT clarify reasons for his 41-day detention

The Delhi High Court granted an ad-interim injunction protecting Kajol Devgan’s personality and publicity rights, restraining unauthorized commercial use of her image, name, or likeness and ordering the removal of pornographic and AI-generated content online

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared before the MP/MLA court in Sultanpur over a defamation case filed by BJP leader Vijay Mishra for alleged remarks against Amit Shah. Proceedings lasted 20 minutes; next hearing is March 9

India joined the US-led Pax Silica to strengthen resilient supply chains for critical minerals and AI. Officials, including Ashwini Vaishnaw and US Ambassador Sergio Gor, highlighted enhanced economic security and bilateral cooperation

India’s drug regulator, the CDSCO, has issued a safety advisory for thyroid patients, warning of potentially life-threatening side effects from carbimazole and doxycycline. Manufacturers have also been directed to update packaging with clear warnings.