The Adani Group has unveiled a USD 100 billion plan to build renewable-powered, hyperscale AI-ready data centres by 2035, expanding its footprint to 5 GW and aiming to create a $250 billion AI infrastructure ecosystem over the decade.
Backed by partnerships with Google, Microsoft and Flipkart, and anchored by its 30 GW Khavda renewable project, the initiative positions India as a global hub for energy-integrated AI infrastructure and data sovereignty.
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Macron courts Modi as India nears $40 billion Rafale fighter jet deal
French President Emmanuel Macron has begun his fourth visit to India since 2017, seeking to strengthen defence ties as New Delhi moves closer to a potential purchase of 114 Rafale fighter jets.
The visit, which includes talks on AI cooperation and a renewed 10-year defence pact, comes as India considers arms deals worth $40 billion, with negotiations still pending on price, local production and technology transfers.
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Supreme Court ruling limits spectrum monetisation options for telcos
The Supreme Court has ruled that telecom spectrum is a national asset and cannot be treated as company property under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code or used as collateral without government approval.
While experts say the decision may limit monetisation and affect loan sizing, it is unlikely to block bank funding, as spectrum was never central to collateral structures, though concerns remain over fairness and value realisation.
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Qualcomm showcases humanoid robotics at AI Impact Summit
Qualcomm has showcased its robotics technologies, including humanoids and industrial autonomous mobile robots, at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, unveiling its end-to-end Robotics System and the new Dragonwing IQ-10 processor for premium-tier robotics.
Designed to integrate hardware, software, and AI, the system enables robots to see, hear and perform real-world tasks, accelerating the deployment of physical AI across homes, industries, and diverse high-demand environments.
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Research &VO: Shakthi
Published on February 18, 2026