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    SBI Launches CHAKRA and Green Marathon to Drive Sustainable Finance

    New Delhi, February 22 State Bank of India (SBI) – the country’s largest lender – has set a goal of increasing green advances to 7.5-10 per cent by 2030, with 25 per cent of these advances to be funded through green lines of credit.As of March 31, 2025, the green advances portfolio constituted...
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    France-India Cooperation Advances on Horizon 2047 Roadmap

    New Delhi, February 19 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Emmanuel Macron before the French President concluded his visit to India on Thursday, following his participation in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.The two leaders held discussions on a busy day as PM Modi welcomed world leaders...
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    AI Summit Highlights Sustainable Development Goals

    February 19, New Delhi: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India's leadership in hosting the first AI Summit in the Global South.Speaking at the summit, Guterres said that artificial intelligence must benefit everyone, accelerate breakthroughs...
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    Guterres Calls for Responsible AI Development Focused on Global Benefits

    United Nations, February 19 – Warning about the challenges of Artificial Intelligence, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday that AI should not replace human potential, but complement it.“We must invest in workers, so that AI enhances human potential – not replaces it,” he said...
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    India AI Summit: Leaders Forge Partnerships on Innovation

    February 18, New Delhi — As the India AI Summit gains momentum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings and in-depth discussions with heads of state.Prime Minister Modi and Spanish President Sánchez met in New Delhi on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit 2026. They...
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    Spain's Sánchez Visits Modi, Highlights Cultural Year

    February 18, New Delhi – Spanish President Pedro Sánchez met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi today.Both leaders discussed a wide range of issues aimed at strengthening the India-Spain partnership, including trade and economy, digital technologies, innovation...
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    AI Revolution Spurs International Dialogue on Societal Challenges

    New Delhi, February 18 Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis struck a note of "cautious optimism" on Wednesday, saying that AI is set to transform science and medicine, but asserted that managing its societal challenges will require international dialogue and cooperation.Addressing a packed hall...
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    UN Official Highlights Connection of Climate Action to Vulnerable Communities

    Mumbai, February 18 A few objectives from the UN Conference of the Parties (COP) that align with Mumbai Climate Week are the ideas that the climate agenda needs to be connected to people, especially the most vulnerable, and accelerating climate-action agreements through engagement with all...
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    India-Sweden Collaboration Focuses on AI and Key Sectors

    Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Business, and Industry of Sweden, Ebba Busch, has arrived in New Delhi for the India-AI Impact Summit. The Ministry of External Affairs stated on social media that the relationship between India and Sweden encompasses a wide range of cooperation...
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    Earthshot Prize 2026 Coming to Mumbai: Innovation and Climate Solutions in the Spotlight

    London, February 17 Mumbai will host the Earthshot Prize 2026, the world’s leading environmental award founded by Britain’s Prince William, Kensington Palace in London announced on Tuesday.Describing India as one of the world’s most important forces for climate and nature, the heir to the...
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    Maharashtra Leads on Renewable Energy & Climate Resilience with New Initiatives

    Mumbai, February 17 – Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated on Tuesday that large-scale action is needed to address the growing challenges of climate change, and the Mumbai Climate Week will be an important milestone in this regard.He stated that Maharashtra is ready to lead the action...
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    Climate Change: Maharashtra Chief Minister Calls for Governance Response

    Mumbai, February 17 Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis described climate change as an "urgent governance challenge" on Tuesday, warning that coastal cities like Mumbai are now facing the direct impact of extreme weather conditions.Speaking at the inauguration of Mumbai Climate Week...
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    India Leads Renewable Energy Expansion: UN Roundtable Focus

    United Nations, February 17 – With India "emerging as a global leader in renewable energy expansion," the UN is organizing a roundtable on the matter, which is a high priority for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during his visit to New Delhi, according to his spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric...
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    UNICEF Conclave Highlights Youth-Led Climate Solutions

    Kolkata, February 15 From promoting salt-tolerant rice to raising awareness among local communities about climate change, children and young people from across West Bengal presented a range of suggestions to protect the fragile ecosystem of the Sundarbans and the lives it sustains at a conclave...
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    Africa's Resilience: UN Secretary-General Highlights Progress and Priorities

    Addis Ababa, February 15 – United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that Africa is successfully navigating some of the world's "most challenging" issues with determination, creativity, and resilience.Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the 39th African Union (AU)...
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    FM Sitharaman Details Increased Climate Investment

    Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India has increased its commitment to climate action, allocating nearly 5.6 percent of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).Speaking in a panel discussion on "Degrees of Instability: Climate Security in a Warming World" in Munich...
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    FM Sitharaman Highlights India's Climate Investment Progress

    New Delhi, February 14 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday that India has increased its spending on climate action to 5.6 per cent of GDP in the last six years, demonstrating the country's commitment to achieving its nationally determined goals for reducing carbon emissions...
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