Outlook for Indian textile industry increasingly favourable amid key FTAs: Govt officials

IANS | February 20, 2026 2:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) After a year marked by resilience amid global headwinds, the outlook for the Indian textile industry is increasingly favourable, a senior government official has said, adding that key Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), now in place, are opening significant new market opportunities for Indian exporters, enhancing tariff competitiveness and strengthening India’s position in global value chains.

AI startup CEOs laud India’s supportive environment after roundtable with PM Modi

IANS | February 20, 2026 1:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) On the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a roundtable with CEOs of AI and deep tech startups pioneering innovative initiatives in agriculture, healthcare, cybersecurity, etc., who praised the country's "supportive and dynamic environment for Artificial Intelligence advancement".