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Technology & AI
India AI Impact Summit 2026
Inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi with theme “Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya”. Summit anchored by seven Working Groups aligned to three pillars: People, Planet, and Progress. Over 500 global AI leaders participated including 100 CEOs/Founders.
Digital Governance
India’s AI Governance Framework
First comprehensive AI framework under IndiaAI Mission with seven core Sutras: Trust, People First, Innovation over Restraint, Fairness, Accountability, Understandable by Design, and Safety. Framework has four parts: Guiding Principles, Key Issues, Action Plan, and Practical Guidelines.
Judiciary & Rights
Menstrual Health as Fundamental Right
In Dr. Jaya Thakur v. Government of India, SC declared MHH a Fundamental Right under Article 21. Schools must provide free oxo-biodegradable sanitary napkins (Classes 6-12), establish MHM corners, and ensure gender-segregated toilets. NCPCR and SCPCR supervise compliance.
Culture & Heritage
Ol Chiki Script Centenary
Created in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu of Mayurbhanj, Odisha with 30 letters. Santhali included in Eighth Schedule in 2003. President Murmu released commemorative coin and postage stamp. Constitution translated to Santali in December 2025.
Agriculture
Bharat-VISTAAR Digital Platform
Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources launched in Jaipur. Integrates AgriStack with ICAR packages. Access via toll-free 155261 with AI voice assistant Bharati. Phase 1 in Maharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat, Rajasthan with 10 schemes including PM-KISAN, PMFBY.
Environment
NHAI’s Bee Corridors Initiative
First-of-its-kind pollinator corridors along National Highways. Native species like Neem, Karanj, Mahua, Palash to be planted. Flowering clusters at 500m–1km intervals aligned to honeybee foraging ranges. 40 lakh trees planned for 2026-27, 60% under Bee Corridor initiative.
International Relations
India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership
Bilateral ties upgraded to Special Global Strategic Partnership on 17 February 2026. India–France Year of Innovation 2026 unveiled for collaboration in defence, space, AI. France to chair G7 Summit (52nd) in 2026; India to chair BRICS Summit.
Defence
UN SALW Training Programme in India
First-ever UN Fellowship Training on Small Arms and Light Weapons Control at MCMM, Jabalpur (16 Feb – 6 Mar 2026). First time in Asia. Organized by UNODA through UNRCPD. Delegates from 13 Asia-Pacific countries. Focus on UN Programme of Action (PoA) and ITI.
Science & Discovery
New Diplura Species & Tamil-Brahmi in Egypt
Lepidocampa sikkimensis discovered in Eastern Himalayas near Ravangla, Sikkim – first Diplura by Indian team. Published in Zootaxa. In Egypt’s Valley of Kings, ~30 inscriptions found including 20 in Tamil-Brahmi (1st-3rd century CE). Name “Cikai Korran” appears 8 times.
Wildlife Conservation
Cheetah Population Growth at Kuno
South African cheetah Gamini gave birth to 3 cubs at Kuno National Park, MP. Total cheetah population now 38; surviving cubs born in India reached 27. This is 9th successful litter. India completed world’s first intercontinental translocation of large carnivore in 2022-23.
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What is the theme of India AI Impact Summit 2026?
Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya
Welfare for all, happiness of all
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How many Sutras form India’s AI Governance Framework?
Seven (7) Sutras
Trust, People First, Innovation, Fairness, Accountability, Understandable, Safety
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Who created the Ol Chiki script and in which year?
Pandit Raghunath Murmu, 1925
From Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj, Odisha – 30 letters
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What is the toll-free number for Bharat-VISTAAR?
155261
Powered by AI voice assistant Bharati
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What is India-France bilateral relationship now called?
Special Global Strategic Partnership
Upgraded on 17 February 2026
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Where is the first-ever UN SALW Training Programme in Asia being held?
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
At Military College of Materials Management (MCMM)
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What is the new Diplura species discovered in Sikkim called?
Lepidocampa sikkimensis
First Diplura formally described by Indian team
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What is the current total cheetah population in India?
38 cheetahs
27 surviving cubs born in India; 9th successful litter
Think & Discuss
Balancing AI Innovation with Governance: India’s Regulatory Approach
Context from today’s quiz: India has unveiled its first comprehensive AI Governance Framework with seven guiding principles (Sutras), while simultaneously hosting the India AI Impact Summit 2026 that brought together 500+ global AI leaders. The framework emphasizes “Innovation over Restraint” as one of its core principles, while also prioritizing trust, safety, and accountability.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
India’s AI governance framework takes a unique approach by avoiding standalone legislation in favor of guiding principles and sector-specific recommendations. This contrasts with the EU’s AI Act, which imposes strict regulations, and the US’s largely self-regulatory model.
Can India strike the right balance between fostering AI innovation and ensuring ethical, safe deployment – or does the principle of “Innovation over Restraint” risk inadequate protection for citizens?
Can India strike the right balance between fostering AI innovation and ensuring ethical, safe deployment – or does the principle of “Innovation over Restraint” risk inadequate protection for citizens?
- How should India address AI-related concerns in sensitive sectors like healthcare, criminal justice, and financial services without stifling innovation?
- Is the seven-Sutra framework sufficient to govern rapidly evolving AI technologies, or will India eventually need comprehensive AI legislation?
- What role should civil society and affected communities play in shaping AI governance policies beyond industry-led frameworks?
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