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India Set to Host First Global AI Summit in Global South: India–AI Impact Summit 2026

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20 Jan 2026 — 1 min read

The India–AI Impact Summit 2026 will be a landmark event showcasing the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance, innovation, and sustainable development. Scheduled for 16-20 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, this summit, hosted in the Global South for the first time, aims to bring together global leaders, policymakers, and AI experts. The summit will focus on translating global AI discussions into meaningful development outcomes aligned with India's national priorities under the IndiaAI Mission and Digital India Initiative. The event will anchor on three foundational pillars: People, Planet, and Progress, with an emphasis on practical AI deployment across sectors like healthcare, agriculture, education, finance, and governance. Through various events and challenges, the summit aims to strengthen multilateral cooperation, promote ethical AI, and accelerate AI adoption across India's economy.

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Recent Diplomatic Updates from India's Ministry of External Affairs

Key Diplomatic Updates from the Ministry of External Affairs

India-Sri Lanka HTA Workshop Commences for Health Technology Assessment

VOC Port Hosts Key Event on AI Advances in Maritime Operations