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The India AI Impact Summit, hosted by India at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, continued on the fourth day on Thursday with more leaders from the Technology across the globe converging on the national capital. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit and inaugurate the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, marking the formal commencement of one of the largest global gatherings focused on artificial intelligence (AI).According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Modi will participate in the opening ceremony of the Summit at around 9:40 AM and deliver his address to the gathering. Along with the Prime Minister, the ceremony will also be addressed by the President of France Emmanuel Macron, Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres as well as various top industry leaders from across the world. After the formal inauguration, the Prime Minister will visit the India AI Impact Expo at around 11 AM, accompanied by other international leaders. The expo will host country pavilions presenting advanced AI-driven innovations and emerging technological solutions from across the globe. Around noon, the Prime Minister will participate in the Leaders’ Plenary session, which will bring together Heads of State, ministers and senior representatives from multilateral organisations. The discussions are expected to focus on outlining national and international priorities in artificial intelligence, including governance mechanisms, infrastructure expansion and frameworks for global cooperation.

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Highlighting AI’s transformative potential, Pichai said during his keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit how deep scientific breakthroughs are being accelerated by advances in machine learning.

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At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, a stark contrast in robotics was evident. Bengaluru startup General Autonomy showcased "Param," a genuinely indigenous robodog, demonstrating local innovation.

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As bond yields tumbled across the curve to their lowest levels of the year, Fed rate futures through next year dipped below 3% for the first time ​in four months

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Pichai announced a new subsea cable initiative to boost AI connectivity between India, the US and other locations and outlined a slew of partnerships around scaling AI and workforce readiness

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India’s Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has emphasised that the nation is focused on practical AI use cases to boost enterprise productivity and address healthcare, agriculture and climate challenges, underlining a shift toward meaningful, impact-driven deployment of AI systems.

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OpenAI is close to finalizing the first phase of a new funding round expected to raise more than $100 billion, reported Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter, in what would mark one of the largest private financings ever and significantly expand the company’s capacity to build artificial intelligence infrastructure. The ChatGPT maker’s valuation, including the eventual funding, could exceed $850 billion, higher than the roughly $830 billion previously anticipated, the report said. The company’s pre-money valuation will remain $730 billion. The deal is not yet finalized, and details could still change. The financing comes as OpenAI ramps up spending on data centers, chips, and computing capacity, part of a broader strategy to compete with other major AI developers. Strategic...

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Indian leader Narendra Modi and tech chiefs including OpenAI’s Sam Altman will speak Thursday on artificial intelligence’s opportunities and threats at a summit in New Delhi, but Microsoft founder Bill Gates cancelled just hours before his speech. Gates, facing questions over his ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, withdrew just hours before his speech [...]The post Tech chiefs address India AI summit as Gates cancels appeared first on Digital Journal.

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TCS plans to invest up to US$7 billion in a 1-gigawatt data center unit in India.

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The technological disruption will take away opportunities of white-collar employment and the opulence it brought.

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India AI Summit: Pichai said AI represents the most significant platform transition of our lifetimes and has the capacity to trigger a phase of rapid advancement and new discoveries. Such breakthroughs, he noted, could help developing nations leapfrog structural constraints and legacy shortcomings. However, he cautioned that these gains are neither automatic nor assured and would depend on deliberate action.

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Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said AI is the next major infrastructure, comparable to steam engines, electricity and the internet. Speaking at the India-AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, he urged making AI accessible to every citizen and highlighted India’s digital identity and payments systems as foundations for scaling AI nationwide.

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Indian leader Narendra Modi and tech chiefs including OpenAI's Sam Altman will speak Thursday on artificial intelligence's opportunities and threats at a summit in New Delhi, but Microsoft founder Bill Gates cancelled just hours before his speech.

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(MENAFN - IANS) New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) India has the potential to lead a new human revolution powered by purposeful and responsible Artificial Intelligence, Vishal Sikka, founder and CEO of ...

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Galgotias University is under fire. Claims of developing a soccer drone independently are being questioned. Social media users suggest the drone resembles a commercial model. This controversy follows similar questions at an AI summit. The university is a private institution in Greater Noida, part of the Galgotias Education Group.

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(MENAFN - Mid-East Info) Dubai, UAE - February, 2026: Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly embedded across enterprise operations in the UAE, as organisations move beyond experimentation ...

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Food delivery giant Eternal is boosting its AI integration through an expanded partnership with OpenAI. This collaboration will enhance AI across its consumer platforms like Zomato and Blinkit, as well as internal systems and social impact initiatives. The company aims to leverage advanced AI for better customer and partner interactions, and to streamline operations, potentially impacting its stock performance.

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Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary of Food & Public Distribution, stated that AI has become a 'critical component' in the department's operations, enhancing transparency and responsiveness across the entire food management supply chain, from procurement to distribution.

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AI is helping humanitarian agencies move faster, cut costs and reach more people - but cannot solve hunger on its own, says Magan Naidoo, chief data officer of the United Nations World Food Programme

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Finland's PM Petteri Orpo arrived in India for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, a visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties in AI, digital, and education. The summit in New Delhi gathers global leaders to advance discussions on AI governance.

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India has announced a major expansion of its artificial intelligence infrastructure, signalling a decisive step toward strengthening its global AI leadership. Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday revealed that the country will add 20,000 additional Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) to its existing base of over 38,000 GPUs in the coming weeks.The announcement was made on the second day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from February 16 to 20. With this expansion, India’s total compute capacity will exceed 58,000 GPUs, significantly boosting the country’s AI ecosystem.Strategic Expansion Under IndiaAI MissionThe expansion is part of the ₹10,300+ crore IndiaAI Mission, a flagship initiative designed to make advanced AI infrastructure widely accessible. Under the Mission, more than 38,000 high-end GPUs have already been made available at a subsidised rate of ₹65 per hour, lowering barriers for startups, researchers, students and public institutions.By adding 20,000 more GPUs, the government aims to deepen compute capacity while promoting responsible and inclusive AI deployment. The move reflects a strategic approach focused not only on infrastructure growth but also on democratising access to foundational AI resources such as compute power, datasets and model ecosystems.Largest AI Gathering with a Global FootprintThe India AI Impact Summit 2026, themed “Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya” (Welfare for All, Happiness for All), is being described as the largest AI gathering globally. The summit has drawn participation from over 20 Heads of State, 60 Ministers, and 500 global AI leaders.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo on February 16, marking the formal opening of the summit. The event underscores India’s emergence as a leading voice in shaping the global AI discourse, particularly from the Global South.AI as the Fifth Industrial RevolutionAddressing the summit, the Minister described artificial intelligence as a driver of the “fifth industrial revolution,” with transformative implications across agriculture, healthcare, education, manufacturing, governance, and climate action. The scaling up of GPU capacity, he noted, aligns India’s infrastructure with its ambitions in these critical sectors.The government expressed strong confidence in the growth trajectory of India’s AI ecosystem. According to the Minister, more than USD 200 billion in investments are likely to flow into the country’s AI sector over the next two years. Venture capital firms are reportedly committing funds across all five layers of the AI stack, including deep-tech startups, large-scale solutions, and major AI applications.Sovereign AI Models and Global RecognitionIndia’s sovereign AI models have emerged as a major highlight of the summit. Several domestically developed models have been benchmarked against leading global systems, with many reportedly performing better across multiple parameters.Further strengthening India’s global standing, Stanford University has ranked India among the top three AI nations in the world. The expansion of GPU infrastructure is expected to reinforce this position by enabling large-scale experimentation, research and deployment.A Framework Rooted in ResponsibilityThe intellectual foundation of the summit rests on three core principles, or Sutras:People – ensuring AI serves humanity while preserving dignity and inclusivityPlanet – aligning innovation with environmental sustainabilityProgress – ensuring equitable distribution of AI benefitsThese guiding principles are operationalised through seven thematic Chakras, focusing on human capital development, social inclusion, safe and trusted AI governance, environmental resilience, scientific advancement, democratisation of AI resources, and AI-driven economic growth and social good.Casebooks and Sectoral ImpactDuring the summit, the Government of India launched six sectoral AI Impact Casebooks, documenting over 170 deployed and scalable AI innovations across key sectors such as Health, Energy, Gender Empowerment, Education, Agriculture, and Accessibility. These casebooks highlight solutions that are already delivering measurable outcomes and can be replicated at scale.RailTel Corporation of India Ltd curated two dedicated sessions on AI-powered public health, focusing on collaborative models for inclusive and accessible healthcare delivery. Additional discussions examined AI’s role in governance, employability, and public service transformation.A session titled “AI in Governance: Revolutionising Government Efficiency” emphasised measurable impact, responsible deployment and system-level readiness across public institutions. Another high-level dialogue on the future of employability highlighted the importance of human-centric skills in the AI era, positioning India’s demographic strength as a key advantage.From Infrastructure to OutcomesExperts at the summit stressed that compute capacity, models and data must translate into tangible applications that enhance productivity, strengthen governance and improve citizen welfare. Discussions on scaling sovereign AI and data ecosystems highlighted India’s ambition to move from being primarily an AI consumer to becoming a global creator of AI systems.Also Read: NHAI announces India’s first ‘Bee Corridors’ along National Highways to boost pollinator conservationThe addition of 20,000 GPUs marks a critical milestone in this journey. By expanding compute infrastructure while embedding ethical governance and global collaboration, India is positioning itself as a leading force in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.With total capacity set to cross 58,000 GPUs, the country is aligning ambition with execution—laying the groundwork for innovation that advances welfare, prosperity, and shared progress.

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Former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant states India's goal to become a top AI power with equality, using its talent and data. He backs PM Modi's vision for the IT sector, which the PM projects could reach $400 billion by 2030, driven by AI.

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China’s annual gala on Lunar New Year’s Eve has showcased Beijing’s giant leap in technology as humanoid robots to...

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Helport AI Limited (NASDAQ:HPAI – Get Free Report) saw a large drop in short interest in January. As of January 30th, there was short interest totaling 22,127 shares, a drop of 15.6% from the January 15th total of 26,212 shares. Currently, 0.1% of the shares of the stock are short sold. Based on an average [...]

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(MENAFN - IANS) New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) The 'India AI Impact Summit 2026' in the national capital is being seen as refreshingly different from the discussions on AI in the US and Europe as it ...

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