Trump also gave the Indian media backhanded compliments when he met with Modi in 2019
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The unchecked menace of noise pollution is aggravating environmental degradation
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Can India turn Trump's tariffs into an opportunity?
India is the world’s largest producer of milk, has the highest population of cattle, is among the top two or three producers of fruits and vegetables, and has one of the longest coastlines. How well does that translate into export of milk products, cheeses, confectionary, meat, poultry, fisheries, fruit juices, nutraceuticals, organic foods? There is no use in hiding behind the excuse of “protecting the small farmer”
AI-powered future needs cooperation between governments, business and academia
India has shown it has the capacity to spearhead AI innovation globally thanks to its booming startup culture, strong digital infrastructure, and abundance of highly qualified personnel. In his speech, Modi underlined India's commitment to ensuring that AI remains inclusive, ethical and accessible, a technology that advances humanity while lowering risks.
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