THE HEADLINES:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi flags off India’s first Namo Bharat RRTS and dedicates Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor in Meerut; Says Uttar Pradesh and the entire country are witnessing a new era of world-class infrastructure.
- In his Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister Modi says India-AI Impact summit has become a turning point for world in utilising AI power for future.
- Three terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir.
- Delhi Police busts terror module linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba; eight arrested.
- In Women’s cricket, India A clinch Asia Cup Rising Stars title in Bangkok.
- And in Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, in Super 8 match South Africa set a target of 188 runs for India at Ahmedabad.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat Train at Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh this afternoon. Mr Modi also undertook Metro Ride till Meerut South Station and interacted with students and passengers. The Prime Minister dedicated to the Nation entire 82 Km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor and inaugurated the remaining sections of India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).
With a design speed of 180 km per hour, Namo Bharat is India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System connecting major urban centres such as Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar and Meerut with Delhi at a faster pace.
The Prime Minister also flagged off Meerut Metro services between Meerut South and Modipuram, operating on the same infrastructure as Namo Bharat, in a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country. Meerut Metro is India’s fastest metro system with maximum operational speed of around 120 kilometers per hour. It covers the entire stretch in just 30 minutes.
Later, Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated and dedicated to the nation various development projects worth around 12,930 crore rupees in Meerut. Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Modi said the projects launched today will give thrust to Viksit Uttar Pradesh, and Viksit Bharat.
Mr Modi said, Uttar Pradesh and the entire country are witnessing a new era of world-class infrastructure.
Recalling his special bond with Meerut, the Prime Minister noted that his national election campaigns in 2014, 2019, and 2024 all began from this revolutionary land. He thanked the farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs of the region for their consistent blessings.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also criticized the Congress for the protest by its youth wing at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. He said, on one hand, the countrymen are working day and night to make India developed, but there are some political parties within the country that are unable to digest India’s success.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today exuded pride that the India AI Impact Summit has proved to be a turning point in the trajectory of how the world will utilize the power of AI in the future. Addressing the nation in his Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, the Prime Minister highlighted that leaders from many countries, industry leaders, innovators, and people associated with the Start-up sector came together at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi for the AI Impact Summit. He said he had the opportunity to meet world leaders and Tech CEOs.
Mr Modi said that he showed myriad things to the world leaders at the AI Summit Exhibition. He particularly mentioned two products at the exhibition. He said, one was displayed at the Amul booth which explained how AI is helping in the treatment of animals and how farmers keep track of their dairy and animals with the help of 24×7 AI assistance. He said, the other was how, with the help of AI, Indians are preserving their ancient scriptures.
Rajaji Utsav will be celebrated at Rashtrapati Bhavan tomorrow. The Prime Minister stated that on this occasion, a statue of C. Rajagopalachari, the first Indian Governor-General of independent India, will replace the statue of British architect Edwin Lutyens in the Central Courtyard of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
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The New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact which was adopted in India AI Impact Summit 2026, has been endorsed by 89 countries and international organisations. It reflects a broad-based global consensus on leveraging AI for economic growth and social good. These countries include Australia, France, Germany, Switzerland, Brazil, UAE,Canada, Israel, UK,China, Japan, USA, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and Bangladesh. The Summit which concluded in New Delhi on Friday, witnessed a widespread participation from across the globe.
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The India AI Impact Summit and Expo, held in New Delhi, served as a shared platform for policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and start-ups to engage in dialogue and present AI-driven solutions. Talking to Akashvani News, a consultant in the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Sonakshi Varshney said, the summit has given the opportunity to showcase AI-driven initiatives supporting Panchayati Raj institutions in the country.
Director of IIT Ropar Professor Rajeev Ahuja said, the India AI Impact Summit provided a platform for discussion regarding how AI can be used for the benefit of the agriculture sector and help the Indian farmers.
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The Government has warned the attendees of India AI Impact Summit 2026 against a Phishing Scam. In a social media post, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said, fraudulent messages are being circulated via SMS and WhatsApp, requesting sensitive information to facilitate refunds. It said that these communications are not official and have not been authorized by the organization.
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In Jammu and Kashmir, three terrorists have been killed in a joint security operation in Kishtwar district today. Our Correspondent reports, the operation, code-named “Trashi-I”, was launched on the basis of specific intelligence inputs about the presence of three Pakistani terrorists in the area. The terrorists, hiding inside a mudhouse on the foothills of a hill, opened fire on the approaching troops, leading to an intense gun fight in the general area of Passerkoot in Chatroo belt, prompting joint parties including troops Army’s 11 Rastriya Rifles, J&K Police and CRPF to launch a search operation Contact was established with the terrorists earlier, and security forces re-engaged them at around 11 AM in difficult terrain. In the ensuing encounter, three terrorists were killed. The identities and group affiliations of the terrorists were being ascertained.
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Delhi Police has busted a terror module allegedly linked to the Pakistan-based outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba with its handler operating from Bangladesh. Briefing media today in New Delhi, Additional Commissioner of Police, Pramod Kumar Kushwaha said, eight persons have been arrested in coordinated operations across Kolkata and Tamil Nadu. He said, among them are seven Bangladeshi nationals and one Indian national identified as native of West Bengal.
The Delhi Police stated that anti-national posters found at Kashmiri Gate Metro Station in National Capital earlier this month led to the investigation.
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In Women’s Cricket, India A Women clinched the title at the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026, defeating Bangladesh A by 46 runs in in Bangkok, Thailand. Opting to bat, India A posted 134 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Tejal Hasabnis played an unbeaten knock of 51 runs, while skipper Radha Yadav contributed 36 runs. Chasing a target of 135, Bangladesh A were bowled out for 88 in 19.1 overs, India’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, led by Prema Rawat, who claimed three wickets, while Sonia Mendhiya and Tanuja Kanwer picked up two wickets each. Tejal Hasabnis was named player of the match for her match winning half century.
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In the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, South Africa have set a target of 188 runs for India in the super 8 clash in Ahmedabad. In reply, India were 13 for 2 in 2 overs when reports last came in. Opting to bat, South Africa scored 187 runs for the loss of seven wickets in their allotted 20 overs. David Miller top scored with 63 off 35 balls, while Tristan Stubbs contributed 44 off 24 deliveries.
In another super 8 match of group 2, England defeated Sri Lanka by 51 runs at the Pallekele International Stadium in Sri Lanka. Put into bat first, England scored 146 runs for the loss of nine wickets in their stipulated 20 overs. In reply, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 95 runs in 16.1 overs. For England Will Jacks picked up 3 wickets, while Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson and Adil Rashid took 2 wickets each. Will Jacks was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
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In Jammu and Kashmir, the four-day long 6th National Rafting Championship, titled “The Ultimate River Battle,” concluded with a grand closing ceremony at Shibnote (Premnagar) in Doda district today. Participants and adventure enthusiasts from across Jammu & Kashmir and other parts of country took part.
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India Meteorological Department, IMD has forecast rainfall over Odisha, East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh and Andaman and Nicobar Islands tomorrow. Similar conditions are likely to prevail over Assam, Meghalaya, Gangetic West Bengal and Telangana during the next two days. The Met Department also predicted isolated rainfall or snowfall over Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand for the next two days. The Weather Agency further said that there will be a gradual rise in maximum temperature by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius over Northwest India during next seven days.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi flags off India’s first Namo Bharat RRTS and dedicates Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor in Meerut; Says Uttar Pradesh and the entire country are witnessing a new era of world-class infrastructure.
- In his Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister Modi says India-AI Impact summit has become a turning point for world in utilising AI power for future.
- Three terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir.
- Delhi Police busts terror module linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba; eight arrested.
- In Women’s cricket, India A clinch Asia Cup Rising Stars title in Bangkok.
- And in Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, in Super 8 match South Africa set a target of 188 runs for India at Ahmedabad.
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