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India and France Extend Defence Cooperation for Another Decade

February 18, 2026

Rafale Indigenisation and Missile JV Mark New Phase in Indo-French Ties

India and France have renewed their defence cooperation agreement for an additional ten years during the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue held in Bengaluru. The discussions, co-chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and France’s Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin, reaffirmed defence ties as a central pillar of the long-standing strategic partnership.

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PM Modi Urges IT Sector to Build AI Products and Platforms

February 18, 2026

AI Transformation: PM Calls for Shift Beyond IT Services

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on India’s information technology industry to expand its focus from traditional service delivery to the creation of artificial intelligence products, platforms and scalable solutions. Addressing ANI, the Prime Minister stated that AI represents both a major opportunity and a structural shift for the sector, emphasising that artificial intelligence is transforming—not replacing—the IT industry.

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Tarique Rahman Takes Oath as Bangladesh Prime Minister After BNP Victory

February 18, 2026

Bangladesh Political Transition: New Government Formed Under Tarique Rahman

Five days after Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections, Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was sworn in as the new Prime Minister on 17 February 2026. The oath of office was administered by Mohammed Shahabuddin, marking the formal transfer of power following a decisive electoral mandate for the BNP-led alliance.

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India AI Impact Summit 2026 Enters Day Two at Bharat Mandapam

February 17, 2026

SAHI and BODH Initiatives Highlight AI Summit’s Second Day

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, moves into its second day following a high-profile inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The five-day summit has emerged as one of the largest global gatherings on artificial intelligence, bringing together policymakers, innovators, startups, industry leaders and delegates from more than 100 countries.

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India AI Impact Summit 2026 Showcases Massive Global Participation in New Delhi

February 16, 2026

Bharat Mandapam Hosts Mega AI Expo Highlighting Global Innovation

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 commenced at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, drawing attention for its exceptional scale and international participation. Held from February 16 to 20, the summit is positioned as one of the largest global gatherings focused on artificial intelligence, innovation, and governance.

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