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Bharat Innovates 2026 in France to feature Indian innovators, higher education Institutions, investors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron will inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice. This event will connect Indian innovators with global investors and industry leaders. It aims to accelerate innovations from India's higher education sector. Bharat Innovates 2026 will showcase deep tech innovators and startups.

The Economic Times · Jun 14

Petrol, Diesel prices on June 14: Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other cities

Fuel prices remained steady on June 14, 2026, offering consumers a respite after recent hikes. This pause comes despite global crude oil volatility and geopolitical concerns affecting energy supplies. Recent price increases had pushed retail rates to over two-year highs, but a softening in global oil prices offers hope for…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

El Niño is here, but can the Indian Ocean Dipole save India's monsoon?

El Niño conditions have developed in the Pacific Ocean. This weather pattern often leads to less rain and hotter temperatures in India. Farmers and water resources could be affected. However, another climate pattern, the Indian Ocean Dipole, might help. A positive Indian Ocean Dipole could bring more rain. Experts are…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

US ban on Anthropic's Fable 5 & Mythos 5 to put Indian IT services firms at competitive disadvantage

US restrictions on foreign access to Anthropic's advanced AI models, Mythos and Fable 5, are creating a significant competitive disadvantage for Indian enterprises and IT service providers. This exclusion, particularly from Fable 5's coding capabilities, raises concerns about digital equity and strategic dependency, as Indian data contributed to the models'…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

Indian staffing cos step up global reach to diversify revenues

Indian staffing companies are actively expanding their global reach. They are tapping into international talent shortages across sectors like healthcare, engineering, and technology. This strategic move aims to diversify revenue and enhance profit margins. Firms are focusing on regions like Southeast Asia, the US, and Europe. This expansion is driven…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

Project Glasswing melts: US government suspends early access to Anthropic's Fable 5, Mythos 5 within days of rollout

India's brief access to advanced AI models from Anthropic has ended. A US government directive halted local access to Mythos 5 and Fable 5. This development signals a new AI export control regime. Governments now view frontier AI as strategic assets. India's engagement on technology policy faces new challenges.

The Economic Times · Jun 14

'Bishnoi gang will kill me if I...': Indian man who shot at AP Dhillon's house tells Canada Immigration

Abjeet Singh Kingra, an Indian national convicted of carrying out an extortion attack at the Victoria-area home of Punjabi singer AP Dhillon, told Canada Immigration that he would be killed if he were sent back to India. In his testimony, Kingra said when he carried out the attack, he did…

The Times of India · Jun 13

'Sorry but I cannot offer you US visa today': Indian student narrates F1 visa rejection. Redditors point out one mistake

Getting a US visa approved at the consulate counter following a 10-minute interview could be tricky. Officers may not explicitly give a reason for the rejection, leaving applicants more confused about what they said wrong. A student took to Reddit, narrating the interview experience at the Mumbai consulate, which ended…

The Times of India · Jun 13

"It's another game which we are going to play": Harmanpreet Kaur ahead of T20 WC clash against Pakistan

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur says her team is focused solely on cricket for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup match against Pakistan. She acknowledged the pressure of playing Pakistan but stressed enjoying the challenge. The team aims to perform their best and make the most of every moment on the…

The Economic Times · Jun 13

CRIK:Gill's 84 leads India to ODI triumph over Afghanistan

India have struck first in their three-match ODI series with Afghanistan, captain Shubman Gill hitting an unbeaten 84 in a rain-hit seven-wicket victory.

AAP · Jun 13