During a landmark State Visit to New Delhi (May 20–23, 2026), Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially elevated India-Cyprus relations into a high-octane Strategic Partnership. Timed perfectly with Cyprus holding the EU Council Presidency, this historic summit launched a new era of results-driven cooperation—fast-tracking game-changing pacts across defense, counter-terrorism, space tech, and even linking India’s UPI network directly t

Observed in over 100 countries, Art of Giving 2026 returns on 17 May with the theme “Share to Shine,” inspiring people to spread kindness through simple acts of sharing — from time and knowledge to care and compassion. Founded by Achyuta Samanta, the global movement continues to demonstrate how small acts of giving can create meaningful social impact and stronger communities worldwide. A Worldwide Movement Built on the Simple Power of Sharing At a time when societies across t

Kamel Galal, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to India, undertook a two-city visit to Chennai on 28 April and Bengaluru on 29 April 2026, in close coordination with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). Ambassador Kamel Galal meeting Indian industry leaders in Chennai CII roundtable Industry Roundtables Highlight Investment Opportunities Across Key Sectors The Ambassador held high-level roundtable meetings with Indian companies and industry leaders in both citie

On May 5 each year, the world marks World Portuguese Language Day, a celebration of one of the most widely spoken and culturally rich languages across the globe. Officially recognized by UNESCO, the day underscores the growing relevance of Portuguese as a bridge across continents—linking Europe, Latin America, Africa, and parts of Asia. With over 265 million speakers, Portuguese is not merely a linguistic system but a vessel of shared histories, artistic traditions, and evolv

Dr. Rakesh Gupta’s ambidextrous mastery is reshaping eye surgery, blending precision, innovation, and artistry to transform patient outcomes.

Marking 76 years of India–Greece diplomatic relations , the Greek National Day 2026 celebration in New Delhi was a vibrant reminder of the enduring bond between two ancient civilizations—where history, culture, and diplomacy came together to reaffirm a growing strategic partnership. The Embassy of Greece in India hosted the celebration of Greek National Day 2026, commemorating 76 years of diplomatic relations between Greece and India. The event was held in the esteemed presen

A piano recital by Kendzsi Tanaka in New Delhi becomes a powerful moment of cultural diplomacy, connecting Hungary, Japan, and India through music. Kendzsi Tanaka performing piano recital at India International Centre New Delhi highlighting cultural diplomacy New Delhi, March 23, 2026 — Not all diplomacy happens across negotiating tables. Sometimes, it unfolds quietly—through music, emotion, and shared human experience. At the India International Centre, an evening of classi

The 9th India–Italy FOC signals a shift toward deeper economic diplomacy, strategic trust, and a new era of global cooperation.

As India Mobile Congress 2026 enters its landmark 10th edition, India is positioning itself at the center of global conversations on future technology and digital innovation. Backed by the Department of Telecommunications and COAI and inaugurated by Narendra Modi, IMC has grown into a major international platform shaping next-generation digital ecosystems and partnerships. With the curtain raiser unveiled at Mobile World Congress 2026, Barcelona set the global spotlight, wh

By Joshua Baru, AI Researcher at Qhala One of the three sutras of the recently concluded AI Impact Summit in India was Progress: advancing greater collaboration and knowledge-sharing among Global Majority actors. In this spirit, on 17 February 2026, more than 50 researchers convened for a Research Colloquium on the sidelines of the New Delhi Summit to ponder an urgent question: whose research will shape the intelligence age? Or, in the words of Didier Nkurikiyimfura , Senior

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Sri Lanka reaffirmed its commitment to responsible AI while strengthening key economic and digital partnerships.

President Anura Kumara Disanayaka’s visit to India for the AI Impact Summit 2026 highlights deepening India–Sri Lanka economic and digital cooperation.

At India’s AI Impact Summit 2026, Qhala advances a Global Majority AI agenda centered on governance reform, South-South collaboration, and inclusive digital growth.

Italy is stepping onto the global AI stage at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, bringing together government leaders, supercomputing pioneers, and cutting-edge startups under one unified pavilion. With a strong focus on ethical AI, industrial innovation, and high-performance computing, Italy’s participation signals a deepening technology partnership with India and a shared commitment to shaping the future of responsible artificial intelligence. PM Modi with Italian PM Meloni

France showcases its innovation leadership at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, deepening India-France cooperation in AI, deeptech and industrial transformation.

Few know that one of India’s most influential nationalist novels was rooted in real events. In this special interaction with Economic Diplomacy , we speak with the directors of Delhi-based 5 Elementz Theatre to discuss their bold new adaptation of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s masterpiece, Anandmath—a work that revisits the Bengal famine of 1770, early anti-colonial resistance, and the enduring idea of collective struggle, reimagined for contemporary and global audiences. Dr Ra

The Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) began the new year by reaffirming its role at the forefront of India - Canada Economic Engagement, hosting a reception in Toronto in honour of India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik. Marking his first official visit to the Chamber, the gathering brought together senior diplomats, business leaders, and institutional stakeholders to reflect on the evolving bilateral relationship and chart pathways for deeper trade, investm

EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar launched the IITM Global Research Foundation, a landmark international initiative of the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), on campus on 2 January 2026. The launch marks a significant step in IIT Madras’ vision to evolve into the world’s first multinational university, positioning the institute as a globally networked hub for education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The event also saw the inauguration of IITM Festival Fort

As Asia accelerates its adoption of artificial intelligence, a critical question is coming into sharper focus: who does technology ultimately serve? Speaking at the Mint All About AI Tech4Good Awards, Salesforce South Asia Chairperson Arundhati Bhattacharya cautioned that the region’s next phase of AI-led growth must be firmly anchored in human-centric design, ethical guardrails, and accountability. Mumbai, Dec 2. 2025 Asia’s rapid push into AI has prompted a warning from Sal

India must not only catch up in artificial intelligence but leapfrog global benchmarks, says Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary at MeitY and CEO of the India AI Mission. With AI adoption accelerating faster than domestic capacity, the government is prioritising responsible AI systems built on Indian data and designed for the country’s linguistic and cultural realities. Mumbai, December 3: India is preparing to pull AI into the core of its digital public infrastructure, a sh