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  Anthropic opens Bengaluru office, expands India partnerships at AI Impact Summit 2026

  Technology | February 19, 2026 11:04 IST

  Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said India has an “absolutely central role” in shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Speaking at the AI Impact Summit 2026, he highlighted India’s leadership potential in AI opportunities and risk management while announcing Anthropic’s expansion in Bengaluru.

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  OPINION | AI Summit : How Galgotias shamed India?

  India | February 19, 2026 9:51 IST

  IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, it would be unfair to judge the entire summit on the basis of a single act done by a participant. He said, several hundred new innovative AI models and products have been showcased in the summit and this should not be overshadowed by this single act.

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  Speed News: Galgotias staff exit AI Summit stall amid Chinese robot controversy

  Originals | February 19, 2026 0:03 IST

  Galgotias staff exit AI Summit stall amid Chinese robot controversy. PM Modi and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić hold talks at Hyderabad House. Assam Congress rift deepens as Borah alleges insult, Gogoi hits back. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  Aaj Ki Baat : Lights Off, Pack Up, Why is 'Galgotias' under fire?

  Aaj Ki Baat | February 19, 2026 2:59 IST

  A private university's misconduct has tarnished the country's image globally. The AI ​​Summit is attended by Prime Ministers or Presidents from 18 countries, ministers from 50 countries, and delegations from 100 countries.

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  'When friends connect': Macron shares AI-generated 'heart' photo with PM Modi ahead of AI Summit

  India | February 18, 2026 22:57 IST

  India is hosting the AI Impact Summit 2026 from February 16 to 20. It is anchored in three foundational pillars, or 'Sutras': People, Planet, and Progress.

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  PM Modi to inaugurate India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam today

  India | February 19, 2026 0:00 IST

  India AI Impact Summit 2026: Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the leaders of various countries participating in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam.

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  India sets Guinness World Record with 2.5 lakh AI responsibility pledges in 24 hours at AI Summit

  India | February 18, 2026 20:45 IST

  Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the record-setting participation, far exceeding the initial target of 5,000 pledges, reflects strong public engagement and growing awareness around responsible AI adoption.

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  PM Modi welcomes world leaders at Bharat Mandapam during India AI Impact Summit | Video

  India | February 18, 2026 23:25 IST

  AI Summit: PM Modi welcomed Navinchandra Ramgoolam, Prime Minister of Mauritius; Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan; Sebastien Pillay, Vice President of Seychelles; Dick Schoof, Prime Minister of the Netherlands; Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of Greece.

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  Addverb Technologies showcases made-in-India Humanoid Robot ‘ELIXIS-W’ at AI Impact Summit 2026

  Technology | February 18, 2026 18:50 IST

  Greater Noida-based Addverb Technologies unveiled its Made-in-India humanoid robot named ‘ELIXIS W’ at the AI Impact Summit 2026. Built by Indian engineers, the wheeled humanoid robot has been designed for warehouse and intralogistics operations.

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  ‘Do not display what is not yours’: IT Secretary to Galgotias University amid Chinese dog row

  Technology | February 18, 2026 18:50 IST

  IT Secretary S Krishnan has issued strict instructions to exhibitors at the AI Impact Summit following controversy over Galgotias University displaying a Chinese-made robotic dog. The university’s pavilion was reportedly shut and vacated after the issue sparked criticism online.

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  Vir Das takes a swipe at Galgotias University robot dog controversy, promotes 'indie dog' adoption

  Entertainment | February 18, 2026 17:59 IST

  Vir Das reacts to the Galgotias University robot dog controversy after a viral video from the India AI Impact Summit. The robotic dog, identified as China-made Unitree Go2, was allegedly presented as an in-house innovation, drawing backlash from social media users.

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  Galgotias University apologises over Chinese robodog row at AI Summit: 'Our representative was...'

  India | February 18, 2026 23:25 IST

  Galgotias University row: Earlier in the day, the Galgotias was asked to vacate its stall at the AI Impact Summit after the controversy. Moreover, IT Secretary S Krishnan said the government does not want any exhibitor to showcase items that are not their own.

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  Sundar Pichai sees ‘extraordinary’ AI future for India, announces US-India connectivity push

  Technology | February 18, 2026 17:48 IST

  Google CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted India’s AI potential and announced the India-America Connect Initiative, new subsea cables, a USD 15 billion AI hub, and major skilling programmes to boost AI growth in the country.

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  Brazilian President Lula da Silva arrives in Delhi, to attend India AI Impact Summit 2026

  India | February 18, 2026 16:32 IST

  Brazilian President Lula da Silva will be participating at the AI Impact Summit from February 19 to 20. He is expected to be accompanied by about 14 ministers and a large delegation of top CEOs of Brazilian companies.

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  Galgotias University staffers vacate AI Summit stall, avoid media after Chinese robot row | WATCH

  India | February 18, 2026 16:00 IST

  Galgotias University staff and officials vacate their stall at India AI Impact Summit expo, following row over display of Chinese-made robodog.

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  AI Impact Summit 2026 extended till February 21: How to register, check public schedule, and more

  Technology | February 18, 2026 13:32 IST

  The India AI Impact Summit 2026, currently being held at Bharat Mandapam, has been extended until February 21 due to high interest from exhibitors and the public.

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  AI Impact Summit 2026, Day-3 Highlights: Sundar Pichai, Elixis-W AI Robot, Galgotias University

  Technology | February 18, 2026 19:20 IST

  India is hosting its first AI Impact Summit 2026, which will last till February 21 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is running the show, with support from the Government of India.

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  Sundar Pichai meets PM Modi at AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi

  Technology | February 18, 2026 11:34 IST

  Google CEO Sundar Pichai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. The summit, being held at Bharat Mandapam, has drawn participation from over 110 countries and focuses on global AI governance, safety, and inclusive development.

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  Galgotias University ordered to vacate India AI Summit venue amid row over China-bought robot dog

  India | February 18, 2026 13:18 IST

  The robot dog presented by Galgotias University as their own at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 was found to be manufactured by a Chinese company named Unitree. This triggered intense backlash and ultimately action from the Centre.

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  AI startup devices recovered within 24 hours, after day-1 chaos at AI Impact Summit

  Technology | February 18, 2026 10:54 IST

  NeoSapien’s wearable AI devices, reported missing from the India AI Impact Summit, were recovered within 24 hours after Delhi Police registered an FIR and launched an investigation.