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Lucknow Hosts AI Conference to Advance Economic Growth and Social Good

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12 Jan 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 was held in Lucknow, gathering policymakers, international organizations, and industry leaders to discuss the role of artificial intelligence in promoting responsible economic growth and social good. Organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and IndiaAI, the conference focused on AI's potential to enhance public services, especially healthcare, through ethical and inclusive approaches. Key announcements included the launch of the UP AI Mission and the establishment of 62 AI and data labs across Uttar Pradesh to advance AI research and deployment.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Highlights India's Democratic Traditions at Commonwealth Conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared insights and highlights from his address at the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) held at Samvidhan Sadan in New Delhi. Modi emphasized India's democratic traditions and its proactive role in advocating for the Global South. Source: Original

Madhya Pradesh Hosts Successful AI Conference for Governance Transformation

The Madhya Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 successfully concluded, featuring AI-driven innovations in governance and public services. Spearheaded by IndiaAI Mission and the Government of Madhya Pradesh, the event saw significant partnerships and initiatives launched for AI education and innovative digital governance. Source: Original Link

NMCM Celebrates Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti

The National Cultural Mapping Mission (NMCM) of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts celebrated its Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti, highlighting India's vibrant cultural heritage and the importance of documenting it. Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi emphasized the significance of preserving villages for cultural awakening. The event featured

Ministry of Minority Affairs Extends Hajj 2026 Booking Deadline

The Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued an advisory for pilgrims booking through Haj Group Organisers (HGOs) and Private Tour Organisers (PTOs) for the Hajj 2026 pilgrimage, granting a final extension to complete necessary formalities by January 25, 2026. Source: Original Link

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Highlights India's Democratic Traditions at Commonwealth Conference

Madhya Pradesh Hosts Successful AI Conference for Governance Transformation

NMCM Celebrates Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti

Ministry of Minority Affairs Extends Hajj 2026 Booking Deadline