Panipat, Feb 23 (IANS) Conversations about India’s technological future took centre stage at the recently organised AI Summit held in New Delhi. The event, which drew attention from across the country and international delegates, became a platform to showcase India’s growing ambitions in artificial intelligence and digital innovation. Among those expressing strong support for the initiative is Panipat-based academician Prof. (Dr.) Sushil Kumar Mishra. He openly praised Prime Minister Nare…
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Bengaluru, Feb 23 (IANS) Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, lashed out at the Congress on Monday saying that the party has no genuine concern about appointing a Dalit Chief Minister.He alleged that the “Dalit CM” narrative is merely a new dimension being introduced due to the ongoing tussle between the Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister over the top post.Speaking to media persons in Bengaluru on Monday, Joshi said internal differences …
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Congress General Secretary K. C. Venugopal on Monday strongly condemned the detention of leaders and workers of the Indian Youth Congress by the Delhi Police in connection with a protest held during the recently-held AI Summit.Resharing a post on social media platform X by the youth wing, Venugopal said peaceful protests are a fundamental part of democracy and should not be treated as a crime.”Strongly condemn the detention of IYC President and cadre by the Delhi Police …
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) A group of academics has condemned the recent shirtless protest by the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) at the AI Summit, describing it as “ill-timed” and “disgraceful” conduct.Led by Binay Kumar Singh, Director, Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation, the academics issued a joint statement on Monday saying that the actions of leaders of the Congress cannot be defended as “democratic dissent”.“A broad cross-section of India’s academic and intellectual com…
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) The only way for Sri Lanka to get into the AI race is to jump onto the bandwagon of a fast mover. Since it is unlikely that Sri Lanka can do so with the two leaders in the AI race — the US and China — the choice available is its neighbour to the north, India, the rising star. India has a high strategic edge with AI on many counts, according to an article in the Colombo Telegraph.“India is moving fast in AI development and, most likely, will become part of a three-mem…
Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday challenged the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) to substantiate its allegations against the government on the floor of the state legislature, ahead of the Budget Session beginning this week.Addressing a press conference after attending a Cabinet meeting, Shinde criticised the opposition for making allegations outside the legislature and urged them to raise the issues during official proceedings.He said if the oppos…
Agartala, Feb 22 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through ‘Mann Ki Baat’, inspires people across the country by sharing messages of motivation, resilience, and national unity. Chief Minister Saha made the remarks after listening to the 131st edition of the monthly “Mann Ki Baat” programme at Mohanpur in west Tripura. He highlighted that Tripura had topped the country in participation during the previous edition of the programme. “In every…
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Global technology giants have pledged to invest hundreds of billions of dollars into artificial intelligence initiatives linked to India, as the country hosted a major AI summit that brought together world leaders and top industry executives.The surge in commitments comes at a time when governments and companies worldwide are racing to expand their AI capabilities.Global hyperscalers such as Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet are expected to spend as much as $700 billi…
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) A group of scholars and educators have criticised the shirtless protest by the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) at the esteemed AI Summit venue, emphasising that the disturbance at such a significant global event was not only in bad taste but also contrary to national interests.A series of leading academicians and distinguished personalities, including vice-chancellors, professors, lecturers and other noted figures, issued a joint statement on Sunday, lamenting the unfortunat…
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) The security agencies have busted a major ISI-backed terror plot, following the arrest of eight persons from West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.The arrested persons are linked to Bangladesh based terror groups and were being funded by the ISI, the security agencies have learnt.The arrested persons have been identified as Mizanur Rahman, Mohammed Shabat, Umar, Mohammed Litan, Mohammed Shahid, and Mohammed Ujjal.The arrests were made from a garment factory in Tiruppur district of …