France moving into top tier of India's foreign policy priorities: Report

IANS | February 18, 2026 2:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) By elevating their relationship to a 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' during French President Emmanuel Macron's ongoing visit to India, both countries have signalled that Paris is moving into the top tier of New Delhi's foreign policy priorities.

Slovakia Prez Peter Pellegrini lands in Delhi to attend AI Impact Summit

IANS | February 18, 2026 1:14 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the AI Impact Summit 2026, which underscores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. He was accorded a warm welcome at the airport by Union Minister of State for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh.

India, Nepal sign updated mutual legal assistance agreement

IANS | February 18, 2026 12:00 PM

Kathmandu, Feb 18 (IANS) India and Nepal have signed an updated Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters in Kathmandu, enabling the competent authorities of the two countries to cooperate in criminal investigations and legal proceedings.

Spain, Mauritius, Seychelles leaders arrive in Delhi to attend AI Impact Summit

IANS | February 18, 2026 10:59 AM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Spanish President Pedro Sanchez, Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam and Seychelles Vice President Sebastien Pillay have arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the AI Impact Summit 2026, which underscores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.