THE HEADLINES :-
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India-AI Impact summit has become a turning point for the world in utilising power of Artificial Intelligence in the future.
- In his mann ki baat programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister applauds farmers for their hard work, enabling India to become the world’s largest rice producer.
- Prime Minister Modi flags off Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat Train in Uttar Pradesh; Also launches several development projects worth nearly 13 thousand crore rupees in Meerut.
- 17 civilians killed as Pakistan conducts airstrikes along the Pakistan – Afghanistan border.
- In Men’s T-20 Cricket World Cup, India to face South Africa in Super 8 clash in Ahmedabad this evening.
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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.
The Prime Minister noted that the world got to see India’s amazing capabilities in the field of AI at the Summit. During this period, India also launched three Made in India AI Models. Mr Modi hailed the Summit for being the biggest AI summit ever. He congratulated all the citizens for the success of this Summit.
On the subject of the ongoing T-20 World Cup, Mr Modi remarked that many Indian origin players are participating in the championship. He said the Canadian team has the highest number of players of Indian origin. Team captain Dilpreet Bajwa was born in Gurdaspur, Punjab. Navneet Dhaliwal is from Chandigarh. The Prime Minister added that this list includes many names like Harsh Thakar and Shreyas Mowa, who are raising the pride of not only Canada, but India as well.
In this episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Modi also spoke about a little girl from Kerala, Aalin Sherin Abraham, who lost her life at the age of just ten months. He lauded Aalin’s father, Arun Abraham and mother, Sherin for their decision to donate Aalin’s organs. He remarked that awareness about organ donation is steadily rising in India these days.
Rajaji Utsav is being celebrated at Rashtrapati Bhawan 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. An exhibition on C Rajagopalachari will also be held during the Rajaji Utsav from the 24th of February to the 1st of March.
Speaking about Digital Arrest, Prime Minister Modi said, a lot of awareness was generated in the society regarding Digital Arrest and Digital Fraud after he spoke about these in Mann Ki Baat. He however said that such incidents are still happening and called this unpardonable. He expressed concern that innocent people are being targeted through Digital Arrest and Financial Fraud. He cautioned listeners that criminals make fake calls, send SMS and links. Mr Modi urged everyone to remain vigilant and not fall prey to such fraudsters.
The Prime Minister exuded pride that farmers in India are now focusing not just on production but also on quality, value addition, and new markets. He cited the example of Hirod Patel in Odisha who began to approach farming from a new perspective. The young farmer built a strong mesh structure over his farm’s pond, and grew creeper vegetables on it. Prime Minister Modi also spoke about a centuries old tradition called Mamangam in Tirunavaya of Kerala on the banks of Bharatappuzha River. Many people also call it the Maha Magha Festival or Kerala Kumbh. Mr Modi said that bathing in the holy river during the month of Magha and making that moment an indelible memory of life is the soul of the festival.
On the topic of Exam Warriors, the Prime Minister hoped that students are wholeheartedly preparing for their exams and not stressing. He reminded them that their worth is not determined by their mark sheet. He expressed confidence that students will succeed in their exams and achieve new heights of success in their lives.
Mr Modi wished everyone the best for the holy month of Ramzan. He also extended his greetings to the people for the upcoming festival of Holi. He hoped that people will celebrate all festivals happily with their family and loved ones. He also reiterated the Mantra of Vocal for Local. He said buying Swadeshi helps in the campaign to make the country self-reliant.
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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. On the occasion, the Prime Minister dedicated to the Nation entire 82 Km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor. He inaugurated the remaining sections of India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS). These include the 5 Kilometres section between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar in Delhi and the 21 Kilometres section between Meerut South and Modipuram in Uttar Pradesh.
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. He said that today’s programme highlight the work culture of BJP’s double engine growth. He added that his government remains committed to completing all projects in a time bound manner. We now take your live to the Prime Minister’s address.
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Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Guwahati today in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and State BJP President Dilip Saikia. A veteran politician from Assam, Borah was associated with the Indian National Congress for over three decades before recently resigning from the party.
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US Under Secretary of State Jacob S Helberg hailed the US-India Pro-Innovation Approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI). In a social media post, Mr Helberg said, US and India signed a bilateral Joint Statement on AI Opportunity, under which both the sides pledge to adopt and mainstream regulatory regimes that advance technological innovation and promote investment.
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17 Afghan civilians have been killed and a dozen others injured as Pakistan Air Force conducted airstrikes, targeting civilian residential areas along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border region. In a statement, Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid informed that Pakistan Air Force last night bombed civilians in Nangarhar and Paktika provinces, killing and wounding dozens of people, including women and children. Pakistan Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed the attack, citing three attacks since the start of Ramadan last week.
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A report by Afghan Diaspora Network has warned that Pakistan military is providing operational space to groups like Hamas and Muslim Brotherhood, enabling support for local terror outfits, including Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Muhammad. The report said, this convergence increases the risks of miscalculation, ideological spillover, and proxy entanglement across two already volatile regions of South Asia and the West Asia.
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In the ICC T-20 Cricket World Cup 2026, India will begin their Super 8 campaign against South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad today. The match will begin at 7 PM. In the Super 8 stage, Group 1 includes India, Zimbabwe, West Indies, and South Africa. Group 2 consists of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, England, and New Zealand. Each team will play three matches within their group. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals. All teams begin the Super 8 stage with zero points, and net run rate from the earlier stage will not carry forward.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN :-
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India-AI Impact summit has become a turning point for the world in utilising power of Artificial Intelligence in the future.
- In his mann ki baat programme on Akashvani, Prime Minister applauds farmers for their hard work, enabling India to become the world’s largest rice producer.
- Prime Minister Modi flags off Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat Train in Uttar Pradesh; Also launches several development projects worth nearly 13 thousand crore rupees in Meerut.
- 17 civilians killed as Pakistan conducts airstrikes along the Pakistan – Afghanistan border.
- In Men’s T-20 Cricket World Cup, India to face South Africa in Super 8 clash in Ahmedabad this evening.
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