Bill Gates arrived in Amravti, Andhra Pradesh, ahead of attending the AI-India Impact summit in Delhi. Amid speculations, Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates will attend the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and deliver his keynote address as scheduled, a spokesperson for the Gates Foundation clarified on Tuesday. Bill Gates to attend India AI Summit 2026“Bill Gates, Chair of the Gates Foundation, is attending the India AI Impact Summit. The summit will be the first global AI summit to be hosted in the Global South. Bill Gates name in the Epstein FilesThe United States Department of Justice released Epstein files, and Gates' name appeared in a set from January.

February 17, 2026 07:22 UTC

लेखक के बारे में रिजवान रिजवान, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ सीनियर डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 10 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) कवर कर रहे हैं। अमर उजाला के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदी, राजस्थान पत्रिका से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स में है। उन्‍होंने चौधरी चरण सिंह विश्वविद्यालय और भारतीय जनसंचार संस्थान से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 07:12 UTC

लेखक के बारे में रिजवान रिजवान, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ सीनियर डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 10 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) कवर कर रहे हैं। अमर उजाला के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदी, राजस्थान पत्रिका से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स में है। उन्‍होंने चौधरी चरण सिंह विश्वविद्यालय और भारतीय जनसंचार संस्थान से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 07:10 UTC

IT major Infosys and AI company Anthropic are collaborating to develop advanced enterprise AI solutions to companies across telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing and software development. They will mix Anthropic's Claude AI models, including Claude Code, with Infosys' Topaz AI platform. Among major companies, Air India is using Claude Code in its software development processes, The Telegraph reported on Tuesday. Infosys has exactly that kind of expertise across important industries: telecom, financial services, and manufacturing. Their developers are already using Claude Code to accelerate their work and to create AI agents for industries that demand precision, compliance, and deep domain knowledge."

February 17, 2026 07:09 UTC

लेखक के बारे में रिजवान रिजवान, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ सीनियर डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 10 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) कवर कर रहे हैं। अमर उजाला के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदी, राजस्थान पत्रिका से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स में है। उन्‍होंने चौधरी चरण सिंह विश्वविद्यालय और भारतीय जनसंचार संस्थान से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 07:05 UTC





The elephant herd gathered on the tracks after the incident and refused to move, stopping train operations for more than four hours. The tracks were finally cleared at about 12:00 am, and train movement on the up line resumed at 12:20 am. One train was halted at Rai station while another remained stuck at Tori station for over four hours. The herd, angered by the incident, stayed near the railway line throughout the night before retreating into the forest in the morning. According to Forest Ranger Nandkumar Mahato, a baby elephant died after being hit by a freight train.

February 17, 2026 07:03 UTC

रेलवे से जुड़ी कंपनी के शेयर में तेजी, नए ऑर्डर से 11% उछल गए स्टॉक, कहां पहुंची कीमत? राजेश भारती Curated by : | नवभारतटाइम्स.कॉम• 17 Feb 2026, 11:37 am ISTSubscribeTexmaco Rail Share: रेलवे से जुड़ी कंपनी टेक्समैको रेल एंड इंजीनियरिंग लिमिटेड के शेयर में मंगलवार को तेजी आई। शुरुआती कारोबार में भी शेयर करीब 11 फीसदी तक उछल गए।

February 17, 2026 06:53 UTC

Shahid Kapoor’s ‘O’Romeo’ crashes nearly 50 per cent on first Monday at box office The four-day total of the film stands at Rs 39.61 crore nett in India, according to the makersEntertainment Web DeskShahid Kapoor-starrer O’Romeo witnessed nearly 50 per cent drop in daily earnings on its first Monday at the domestic box office, as per trade figures shared by the makers of the Vishal Bhardwaj directorial. The film began its box office journey on Friday with a collection of Rs 9.01 crore nett. The collections jumped to Rs 14.50 crore nett on Saturday but dipped to Rs 11 crore nett on Sunday. ADVERTISEMENTThe four-day total of the film stands at Rs 39.61 crore nett in India, according to the makers. Meanwhile, Rani Mukerji-starrer Mardaani 3 has minted Rs 44.75 crore nett in India in 18 days.

February 17, 2026 06:51 UTC

Anderson Cooper is leaving CBS News' "60 Minutes" program after nearly two decades, in the latest staffing shake-up to hit the storied news magazine and network. Cooper has been a "60 Minutes" correspondent through a deal between Paramount Skydance-owned CBS News and Warner Bros Discovery's CNN since the 2006-2007 season, according to his page on the CBS News website. Weiss had expressed interest in bringing Cooper to CBS News on a full-time basis, including the possibility of him anchoring the CBS Evening News program, according to a Puck news report. Since the launch of CNN's prime-time television news program "Anderson Cooper 360," Cooper has covered major global news events, ranging from U.S. presidential inaugurations and political conventions to the Newtown, Connecticut, school shooting. Lachlan Cartwright's Breaker newsletter first reported Cooper's departure from "60 Minutes."

February 17, 2026 06:51 UTC

Elon Musk's SpaceX and its wholly-owned subsidiary xAI are competing in a secret new Pentagon contest to produce voice-controlled, autonomous drone swarming technology, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. SpaceX, xAI and the Pentagon's defense innovation unit did not immediately respond to requests for comment. ADVERTISEMENTTexas-based SpaceX recently acquired xAI in a deal that combined Musk's major space and defense contractor with the billionaire entrepreneur's artificial intelligence startup. The six-month competition aims to produce advanced swarming technology that can translate voice commands into digital instructions and run multiple drones, the report said. The US Defense Secretary last year outlined a new strategy to accelerate drone development and deployment by aiming to cut bureaucracy and boost domestic drone manufacturing.

February 17, 2026 06:51 UTC

Shami’s career-best First-class effort gives Bengal lead in Ranji semisJ&K were bowled out for 302 in 76.1 overs at lunch in reply to Bengal's first innings total of 328 with Shami claiming eight for 90. Bengal’s Mohammed Shami celebrates after taking the wicket of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kanhaiya Wadhawan during the third day of the Ranji Trophy semifinal match between Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground, in Kalyani, West Bengal, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. (PTI Photo)New Delhi: Out of favour India pacer Mohammed Shami’s career best figures in First-class cricket propelled Bengal to a 26-run lead over Jammu and Kashmir in Ranji Trophy semi-finals in Kalyani on Tuesday. J&K were bowled out for 302 in 76.1 overs at lunch in reply to Bengal’s first innings total of 328 with Shami claiming eight for 90. It is Karnataka’s third highest team total in the tournament, with highest-ever team total being 944 runs by Hyderabad against Andhra Pradesh in the 1993/94 season.

February 17, 2026 06:43 UTC

Chiranjeevi has undergone minor shoulder keyhole surgery and was spotted in an arm sling. Actor Chiranjeevi has shared a key health update, shortly after fans were left worried after spotting him in an arm sling. Taking to Instagram, Chiranjeevi shared a picture with a black arm sling, along with details of his condition. On the work front, Chiranjeevi was recently seen in 'Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu', which turned out to become a box office hit. Written and directed by Anil Ravipudi, 'Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu' features an ensemble cast that includes Nayanthara, Chiranjeevi, and Venkatesh Daggubati.

February 17, 2026 06:41 UTC

CNN-News18 also said that Gates would not be attending the AI Impact Summit. Bill Gates is attending the AI Impact Summit. Prime Minister Modi on Monday inaugurated the Expo at the summit, featuring more than 600 high-potential startups and 13 country pavilions showcasing international collaboration in the AI ecosystem. "India AI Impact Expo 2026 was a powerful convergence of ideas, innovation and intent. The inaugural day of the AI Impact Summit was marred by several inconveniences that attendees said they faced.

February 17, 2026 06:39 UTC

The main objective of this gathering was to put aside the differences between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's production house, Excel Entertainment. Aamir Khan, who's also known as Mr Perfectionist, is now acting as a peace maker between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar. Which is certainly hints at issues between actor Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment. The insider told the portal, "Aamir is trying to resolve the issues between Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment. About Ranveer Singh vs Excel EntertainmentThe dispute emerged between actor Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar's production house, Excel Entertainment, after the actor quit Don 3.

February 17, 2026 06:33 UTC

The US and Iran hold indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday aimed at resolving their long-running nuclear dispute, with little clear indication of compromise as Washington masses a battle force in the region. IRAN-US NUCLEAR TALKS UNDER SHADOW OF PROTESTS AND WARTehran and Washington renewed negotiations on February 6 on their decades-long dispute. Washington and its close ally Israel believe Iran aspires to build a nuclear weapon that could threaten Israel's existence. Iran says its nuclear programme is purely peaceful, even though it has enriched uranium far beyond the purity needed for power generation, and close to what is required for a bomb. Washington has sought to expand the scope of talks to non-nuclear issues such as Iran's missile stockpile.

February 17, 2026 06:29 UTC