UK-India AI Partnership Targets Global Lead
UK Minister for AI and Online Safety Kanishka Narayan stated during his India visit that the UK and India could emerge as top global destinations for AI adoption, surpassing the US and China in practical deployment. Speaking at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, the Labour MP emphasized leveraging
CSIR-NIIST Unveils Nutrition-Boosting Designer Rice
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) in Thiruvananthapuram is set to transfer its breakthrough low glycaemic index (GI) “designer rice” technology to industry partners Tata Consumer Products and SS Soul Foods on February 18, 2026, at CSIR headquarters in New Delhi. This fortified white rice variant boosts protein,
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Registration Opens for 650 Posts; Check Eligibility, Exam Pattern and Key Dates
Nationwide Hiring Drive Offers Major Opportunity for Graduates Aspiring for a Career in India’s Central Bank The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially launched the RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 650 Assistant posts across its offices nationwide. The registration process began on February 16, 2026, and
Inside North Korea’s Power Circle
The world continues to watch North Korea with a mix of curiosity and caution. Recent public appearances of Kim Jong Un alongside his young daughter have intensified global discussions about the future of one of the world’s most secretive regimes. For observers, these carefully staged appearances may signal more than
F1 Drivers Clash Over New Car Rules
Formula 1’s second pre-season test in Bahrain highlighted divisions among top drivers regarding the 2026 regulations and car performance. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton criticized the new vehicles as “anti-racing,” while McLaren’s Lando Norris praised them as “a lot of fun.” Testing Standouts Mercedes topped the timesheets with Kimi Antonelli
Bristol City Hosts Wrexham in Championship Clash
Bristol City faces Wrexham at Ashton Gate Stadium tonight, February 17, 2026, in a pivotal Sky Bet Championship midweek fixture kicking off at 19:45 UTC. Both teams sit mid-table with 26 points from 17 matches—Bristol City at 7 wins, 5 draws, 5 losses, and Wrexham mirroring 6-7-4—making this encounter crucial
Australia on Brink of T20 World Cup Elimination After Sri Lanka Defeat
Australia’s chances of progressing in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are in serious jeopardy after a convincing victory by Sri Lanka in their Group B match at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka chased down Australia’s total with ease, led by a remarkable century from Pathum Nissanka,
England Edges Italy in T20 Thriller
England secured a thrilling 24-run victory over Italy in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group C clash at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on February 16, clinching Super 8 qualification alongside West Indies. Will Jacks starred with an unbeaten 53 off 21 balls, powering England to 202/7 after a mid-innings wobble. Match
Modi and Macron Convene in Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet French President Emmanuel Macron today, February 17, 2026, in Mumbai at Lok Bhavan around 3:15 PM, marking the start of Macron’s fourth official visit to India. The leaders will review the India-France strategic partnership, focusing on emerging technologies like AI, defense, and
US Navy Middle East Buildup: One-Third of Deployed Fleet Positioned Near Iran
The United States has significantly expanded its military footprint in the Middle East, with nearly one-third of its deployed naval fleet now positioned close to Iran. The move represents one of the largest American force concentrations in the region in recent years. The deployment includes major aircraft carrier strike groups
