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India-EU trade deal unveils emerging silhouette of post-US world order: Report

India records 207 deals worth $7.2 billion in January, PE activity resilient

India recorded 207 deals worth $7.2 billion in January 2026, reflecting a measured start to the year, according to a report by Grant Thornton Bharat. While overall deal volumes and values declined month-on-month due to the absence of large-ticket M&A transactions,

Feb 16, 2026

Overall workforce data shows stable pattern in January, exhibits steady trend: Govt

India's overall workforce data for January 2026 showed a largely stable trend, with labour force participation and worker population ratios remaining steady, especially in urban areas. Minor fluctuations were mainly rural-driven due to seasonal and post-harvest factors.

Feb 16, 2026

Security forces recover IEDs, destroy Maoist memorials in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur

Security forces carried out coordinated anti-Maoist operations in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, recovering multiple IEDs and destroying Maoist memorials. Teams of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) conducted search and area domination operations in the Usoor and Bhopalpatnam police station areas.

Feb 16, 2026

5 Indian gaming startups to showcase AI innovations at India AI Impact Summit 2026

The startups will present solutions including AI-generated game assets, a cricket game with real-time GenAI commentary, and a console-grade mobile gaming ecosystem. A global investor panel will discuss AI-led game development, skilling, and policy support.

Feb 16, 2026

'Approach Bombay HC': SC refuses to entertain Abu Salem's plea on premature release

The Supreme Court of India dismissed as withdrawn a plea by 1993 Mumbai blasts convict Abu Salem .The court allowed him to approach the Bombay High Court for relief. Salem claimed he had completed 25 years, including remission, but the Maharashtra government said he has not yet served the full term.

Feb 16, 2026

Bomb threat emails to four Karnataka courts disrupt proceedings, searches launched

Bomb threat emails were sent to courts in Davanagere, Hassan, Madikeri, and the High Court bench in Dharwad. The emails, including one claiming an RDX bomb threat and carrying a warning over reservation quotas

Feb 16, 2026

Hampi gangrape-murder case: K'taka court awards death penalty to three convicts

A court in Gangavati, Karnataka, sentenced three men to death in the 2025 gangrape and murder case near Hampi. The First Additional District and Sessions Court termed the crime "rarest of rare" after the accused sexually assaulted two women. The verdict, delivered within 11 months, sparked renewed political debate over law and order.

Feb 16, 2026

'Bringing world together to discuss AI': PM Modi welcomes world leaders, innovators, policymakers for Summit

AI a major opportunity for India, can boost job creation: Industry experts

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, industry experts said Artificial Intelligence presents a major opportunity for India. Young innovators showcased practical AI solutions, including platforms that support artisans, patients with chronic fatigue syndrome, and systems designed to reduce post-harvest grain losses.

Feb 16, 2026

Delhi's air quality improves to 'moderate' as AQI drops to 183

Delhi-NCR air quality remains poor with AQI at 214

Air quality in Delhi–NCR remained in the 'poor' category on Monday, with the AQI recorded at 214, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Several pollution hotspots, including Anand Vihar, Jahangiripuri and Rohini, reported high AQI levels, with Anand Vihar touching 300.

Feb 16, 2026

AI Impact Summit 2026 to reshape global AI discourse, deepen Nigeria–India collaboration: Envoy

The initiative draws from India's experience in sharing digital public goods, offering opportunities for Nigerian developers, startups and institutions to build affordable AI solutions. The summit will showcase AI applications across agriculture, healthcare, education, energy and climate resilience.

Feb 16, 2026

'Bringing world together to discuss AI': PM Modi welcomes world leaders, innovators, policymakers for Summit

The Prime Minister highlighted AI's transformative role across healthcare, education, agriculture, governance and enterprise, expressing confidence that the summit will shape a progressive and opportunity-driven future.

Feb 16, 2026

India-UK free trade agreement likely to be implemented from April this year

Under the agreement, 99 per cent of Indian exports to the UK will enjoy zero-duty access, benefiting labour-intensive sectors such as textiles, leather, marine products, footwear, sports goods, toys, gems and jewellery, along with engineering goods, auto components and organic chemicals.

Feb 16, 2026

'We came here only to play, gave a proper reply': Suryakumar Yadav on no customary handshake with Pak players; dedicates India's win to Armed Forces

Cold stare at the toss: No handshake as India–Pakistan fireworks begin in Colombo

India made two changes, bringing back Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav, while Pakistan retained their XI. The no-handshake stance drew criticism from former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, who termed it "silly" and against the spirit of the game.

Feb 15, 2026

Home Minister Amit Shah assures J&K tourism continues to attract visitors post-Pahalgam attack

India accounts for more than half of global digital transactions, says HM Amit Shah

The initiative includes the launch of the 'Annapurti' Grain ATM in Ahmedabad, capable of dispensing 25 kg of grains in 35 seconds, along with sealed distribution of pulses and the 'Garima Poshan' campaign. Shah said the model would be implemented nationwide within three to four years.

Feb 15, 2026

India's farmers 'betrayed' in US trade deal, Rahul Gandhi poses 5 questions; Amit Shah says interests fully safeguarded

Union Home Minister Amit Shah rejected the allegations, asserting that all trade agreements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi fully protect agriculture, dairy and fisheries. He accused Congress of misleading farmers, highlighted increased agriculture budgets and MSP procurement, and challenged Gandhi to a public debate.

Feb 15, 2026

Strong global response to India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlights India's rise as a responsible AI hub

The summit will also unveil India's AI Governance Guidelines based on a 7-Sutra framework. Backed by the IndiaAI Mission, expanded compute capacity, and AI research initiatives, India aims to advance inclusive growth and responsible AI under its "AI for All" vision aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.

Feb 15, 2026

PM Modi praises FM Sitharaman for presenting comprehensive Budget roadmap to transform economy

Union Budget focuses on strengthening MSMEs for scale, competitiveness and global reach

The Union Budget 2026–27 places MSMEs at the core of India's growth strategy, announcing measures to enhance their scale, competitiveness and global reach. MSMEs contribute 35.4% to manufacturing output, 48.58% to exports and 31.1% to GDP, employing over 32.82 crore people across 7.47 crore enterprises.

Feb 15, 2026

Bill Gates to visit Andhra Pradesh tomorrow

Gates will also visit the Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) Centre to review the use of technology in governance. The Chief Minister will present reforms under Swarnandhra Vision-2047 and highlight initiatives in public health, agriculture, education, MedTech, diagnostics.

Feb 15, 2026

Security officer at Munich event nearly stops Pak Army Chief Asim Munir, asks to show ID

Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir was briefly stopped by a security officer at the Munich Security Conference in Germany over the positioning of his ID card, with the officer asking him to make it clearly visible before entry.

Feb 15, 2026

India wedded to strategic autonomy: EAM Jaishankar amid US claims on Russian oil buys

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, S. Jaishankar stressed that India's energy decisions are guided by availability, cost, and risk, and are made independently. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed India had committed to stopping further Russian oil imports.

Feb 15, 2026

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Articles by IBT News Desk

India records 207 deals worth $7.2 billion in January, PE activity resilient

Overall workforce data shows stable pattern in January, exhibits steady trend: Govt

Security forces recover IEDs, destroy Maoist memorials in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur

5 Indian gaming startups to showcase AI innovations at India AI Impact Summit 2026

'Approach Bombay HC': SC refuses to entertain Abu Salem's plea on premature release

Bomb threat emails to four Karnataka courts disrupt proceedings, searches launched

Hampi gangrape-murder case: K'taka court awards death penalty to three convicts

AI a major opportunity for India, can boost job creation: Industry experts

Delhi-NCR air quality remains poor with AQI at 214

AI Impact Summit 2026 to reshape global AI discourse, deepen Nigeria–India collaboration: Envoy

'Bringing world together to discuss AI': PM Modi welcomes world leaders, innovators, policymakers for Summit

India-UK free trade agreement likely to be implemented from April this year

Cold stare at the toss: No handshake as India–Pakistan fireworks begin in Colombo

India accounts for more than half of global digital transactions, says HM Amit Shah

India's farmers 'betrayed' in US trade deal, Rahul Gandhi poses 5 questions; Amit Shah says interests fully safeguarded

Strong global response to India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlights India's rise as a responsible AI hub

Union Budget focuses on strengthening MSMEs for scale, competitiveness and global reach

Bill Gates to visit Andhra Pradesh tomorrow

Security officer at Munich event nearly stops Pak Army Chief Asim Munir, asks to show ID

India wedded to strategic autonomy: EAM Jaishankar amid US claims on Russian oil buys

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

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BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

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