India poised to lead AI-led innovation with strong talent pool: Experts

IANS | June 25, 2026 10:34 AM

Dalian (China), June 25 (IANS) Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful force in addressing real-world challenges -- from creating cleaner and more sustainable cities to accelerating scientific discoveries -- while India's vast pool of young talent positions it to play a larger role in the global AI ecosystem, experts said on Thursday.

West Bengal FY27 Budget a decisive shift towards investment-led growth: Report

IANS | June 25, 2026 10:18 AM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled government in West Bengal presented the full Budget for the financial year 2026-27, thematic analysis points to a decisive shift in the Budget towards investment-led growth and economic transformation, an SBI Research report said on Thursday.

India, US discuss deeper cooperation in semiconductors, AI and critical minerals

IANS | June 25, 2026 9:53 AM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) India and the United States discussed ways to deepen bilateral technological cooperation, with a focus on semiconductor manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), trusted supply chains and critical minerals, during a high-level meeting in Washington, it was announced on Thursday.

BSE seeks clarification from Rajesh Exports over ED searches

IANS | June 24, 2026 9:21 PM

Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Wednesday sought clarification from gold jewellery manufacturer Rajesh Exports Ltd regarding reports of searches conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) at multiple locations linked to the Bengaluru-based company.

'BRICS Space Economy' next frontier of global growth: Minister

IANS | June 24, 2026 6:32 PM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Wednesday pitched for “BRICS Space Economy” as the next frontier of global growth and called for collective action among member nations to unlock new opportunities in innovation, investment, entrepreneurship and sustainable development.