Rs 1,278cr earmarked to transform Ahmedabad into Olympic-ready city

IANS | February 18, 2026 4:31 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 18 (IANS) Ahmedabad is set to be transformed into an “Olympic Ready City” after the Gujarat government earmarked Rs 1,278 crore in the 2026–27 State Budget, following the state’s successful bid to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030.

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.