This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.
Today is the 11th of February and here are the headlines.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, co-chairing the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris, highlighted AI’s transformative potential and called for global governance to address its challenges. He stressed that AI is “writing the code for humanity in the 21st century,” acknowledging both its immense promise and inherent biases. Modi urged collective global efforts to shape AI’s future and promote innovation while tackling risks. He emphasized the need for global collaboration to ensure AI benefits humanity and upholds shared values.
The Mumbai police have contacted podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia and YouTuber Samay Raina for an inquiry regarding controversial remarks made by Allahbadia during Raina’s 'India’s Got Latent' show. Allahbadia, known for his BeerBiceps channel, made a joke that sparked nationwide controversy after the video went viral on social media. The remarks, widely criticized as insensitive and vulgar, led to backlash from viewers. The Mumbai police confirmed they are investigating the incident, and Allahbadia, along with other guests, is being questioned regarding the matter.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the latest Union Budget, claiming it is designed to benefit the wealthy, including industrialists. Addressing the Lok Sabha, Yadav stated that the budget’s focus is on the rich, rather than on creating a roadmap for India’s development. He expressed concerns over the lack of a long-term vision for the country’s growth, adding that recent budget announcements seem tailored to elites rather than addressing the needs of the general population. He criticized the budget’s priorities and questioned its impact on India’s future.
The Indian stock market took a hit on Tuesday, with the Sensex dropping over 1,000 points and Nifty falling by 1.3% amid concerns over Donald Trump’s tariff announcements and weak corporate earnings. The Sensex was trading at 76,259, down 1,047 points, while Nifty50 was down by 303.5 points, trading at 23,078. Trump raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25% and announced plans for reciprocal levies on several countries, shaking market sentiment and triggering a decline on Dalal Street.
Following a directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs, India’s top security agencies have compiled a list of 12 gangsters based in the United States. Sources reveal that this list may be shared with U.S. authorities during Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to the U.S. The list includes notorious criminals like Anmol Bishnoi and Goldy Brar. While central agencies have long tracked criminals abroad, the recent directive focuses specifically on gangsters based in the U.S., aiming to address their legal status and facilitate international cooperation.
This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express.
