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ECI hosts global conference on Media and Elections, Focuses on Deepfakes, misinformation and digital campaigning

‎‎New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) ‎The Election Commission of India on Wednesday inaugurated a two-day international conference on “Global Best Practices and Innovations for Media in Electoral Processes and Campaigns” in New Delhi, bringing together election administrators, academics, researchers and electoral experts to deliberate on emerging challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving media landscape.
‎The conference, being held on June 3 and 4 at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM), is aimed at developing global knowledge resources on election management and media engagement, with a particular focus on addressing contemporary challenges posed by digital technologies and information ecosystems.
‎Delivering the keynote address, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar highlighted the Election Commission's efforts to maintain close engagement with India's vast electorate through extensive training and outreach programmes.
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Indian Army contingent to participate in joint military exercise Khaan Quest in Mongolia

18 Jun 2026 | 9:12 PM

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SC declines interim relief against CBSE’s three-language policy, tags plea with pending batch

18 Jun 2026 | 7:49 PM

Parmod Kumar
New Delhi, Jun 18 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to grant any interim relief on a petition filed by the NGO Friends of People for Active Democracy, challenging the implementation of the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) three-language policy for Class 9 students from the 2026–27 academic session.

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At VivaTech 2026, Modi pitches India as global hub for inclusive technology and innovation

18 Jun 2026 | 7:38 PM

‎‎New Delhi, Jun 18 (UNI) ‎Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday projected India as a global leader in technology-driven development, highlighting the country's digital transformation, thriving startup ecosystem and commitment to inclusive innovation while inviting global investors and technology firms to deepen partnerships with India.

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PM Modi engages French industry leaders in Paris, seeks stronger partnerships in Railways, AI, Logistics and Green construction

18 Jun 2026 | 7:34 PM

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‎New Delhi, Jun 18 (UNI) ‎Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a series of meetings with top executives of leading French and global companies in Paris, underscoring India's commitment to strengthening economic partnerships and positioning itself as a preferred destination for investment, innovation and advanced manufacturing.

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