Expert Explains | ‘For conversational AI, India an enormous focus market’

Explained February 17, 2026

ElevenLabs' General Counsel and Head of Global Affairs, Alex Haskell, emphasizes the importance of developing traits like scale, trust, safety, and enterprise readiness for companies building AI solutions for India's domestic market. As the leader in voice AI, ElevenLabs has successfully implemented automated customer support services for prominent Indian companies like Cars24 and Nykaa.

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Massive fire near Dubai airport after drone hits fuel tank, flights suspended

World 3 hr ago

A drone strike at Dubai International Airport caused a fire, leading to suspended flights and emergency crews responding. The fire was contained with no injuries reported. The incident occurred during the ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel, with Iran targeting the UAE with over 1,800 missiles and drones.

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Oscar 2026 winners Two people exchanging Saliva and The Singers

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Oscar’s first tie in 14 years has an Indian connect; winner Franco-Indian Alexandre Singh

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In a dystopian world where kissing is a crime punishable by death, 'Two People Exchanging Saliva' wins the Oscar for Best Live-Action Short Film. The 36-minute film follows Angine, an unhappy woman who becomes fascinated by a salesgirl, and despite the prohibition of kissing, the two become close. Directed by Franco-Indian Alexandre Singh, the film is a commentary on civil liberties.

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At least 10 killed as fire breaks out at Odisha’s premier SCB Medical College

India 1 hr ago

A fire at Odisha's SCB medical college and hospital's trauma care centre has led to at least 10 deaths, possibly caused by a short circuit. Despite the fire brigade's quick response, ventilator patients died due to suffocation.

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E-KYC now mandatory for all domestic LPG consumers amid supply shortage

India 4 hr ago

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has made it compulsory for domestic LPG consumers to complete Aadhaar authentication from home using the mobile app of their Oil Marketing Company and the Aadhaar FaceRD app. A toll-free helpline is available for help.

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The fasting plate’s overall nutritional balance holds more importance than its separate components.

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What’s a healthy fasting plate? A dietician’s guide to eating potatoes, makhana right way

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Fasting can impact weight management positively or negatively based on food choices. Combining roasted and sautéed foods, carbs with protein, and fibre-dense options can improve nutrition. Staying hydrated is vital, and sabu dana, water chestnut flour, and buckwheat flour are nutritious.

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‘Had told CSK to pick him straightaway’: Harbhajan reveals first brush with Chakaravarthy

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Harbhajan Singh had first seen Varun Chakaravarthy when the latter was a net bowler for CSK. The former India spinner revealed that he had urged the franchise to pick Chakaravarthy back then.

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Jannik Sinner won his first title at Indian Wells on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4) in a final that turned on a remarkable seven-point winning streak from 0-4 down in the second-set tiebreak. "I'm speechless, it's beautiful," Sinner said courtside after the match. "I trained hard for this result, even when I was down I kept believing in it.”

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Isha Ambani makes her Oscar debut in Valentino’s gown, wears jewellery worth $100 billion

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Isha Ambani, daughter of Mukesh Ambani, attended the Academy Awards with her husband Anand Piramal. She looked stunning in a vintage Valentino gown and statement jewellery worth $100 billion. Anand wore a Dolce & Gabbana suit with intricate red threadwork. Isha is a business leader and philanthropist, known for her work in the arts. They got married in 2018.

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TV actress Pavitra Punia, best known for her roles in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and Balveer Returns, got engaged to US-based businessman and musician Jaskomal Singh in October 2025. The couple finally revealed their beach proposal and shared photos on social media. Pavitra had previously been in a relationship with actor Eijaz Khan, but they parted ways in 2024.

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Axiom said Thursday that it had raised $200 million in new funding from venture capital firms such as Menlo Ventures, Greycroft and Madrona. With headquarters next door to the downtown Palo Alto offices where Mark Zuckerberg built Facebook, the startup is a year old, employs about 20 people but is now valued at $1.6 billion. Venture capitalists are betting big on this new kind of company.

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Dhurandhar 2 advance booking: Ranveer Singh's film crosses Rs 100 crore worldwide.

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Dhurandhar 2 advance booking report: Ranveer Singh’s film crosses Rs 120 cr worldwide

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Aditya Dhar's spy thriller Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, continues to dismantle box office records, both domestically and worldwide, even four days before its release this Thursday on March 19, on the occasion of Eid, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa. The much-anticipated sequel has already crossed Rs 60 crore in India and Rs 100 crore worldwide in advance sales.

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KPop Demon Hunters triumphs at Oscars with two wins

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At the 98th Academy Awards, KPop Demon Hunters made history by winning both Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans and produced by Michelle L. M. Wong, the film's victory was a milestone for Korean representation in Hollywood. The emotional acceptance speeches emphasized the film's impact on Korean identity and showcased growing global influence.

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This year, the four-day event is even more crucial as investors will seek assurance that Nvidia's strategy of plowing back its profits into the AI ecosystem is paying off. "I expect Nvidia ⁠to present a full-stack roadmap update from Rubin to Feynman while emphasizing inference, agentic AI, networking, and AI factory infrastructure," said eMarketer analyst Jacob Bourne.

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Top 10 countries with the most billionaires in 2026: India is among the top three

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The United States has the highest number of billionaires, followed by China. The UK fell to 12th place, while Germany, Russia, and France kept their positions. Notably, 80 countries and territories each have at least one billionaire citizen, with a total of 3,428 billionaires worldwide in 2026, according to Forbes. Know where India ranks as a global billionaire hub.

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Why gold prices have remained subdued in India despite raging West Asian conflict

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‘Not the time to be overweight equity… invest in large and mid cap if underweight equity’

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The US-Israel and Iran conflict has impacted markets, resulting in a decrease in equity investments. Nilesh Shah suggests staying neutral and not overinvesting in equities, but rather focusing on domestic sectors such as banking and consumer durables. Investors should follow asset allocation and consider investing in debt and precious metals like gold and silver during this uncertain time.

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Priyanka Chopra made her much-awaited red carpet appearance at the 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026. The actor is attending the ceremony to present an award. Priyanka appeared on the red carpet with husband Nick Jonas. The singer looked sleek in a classic black-and-white suit.

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Raai Laxmi has made Mumbai her permanent home. Anyone who sees pictures of her home may mistake it for a chic café, owing to its stylish design and carefully placed decorative items, including a relief sculpture and custom-made dining area. Raai Laxmi's favourite spots in her home include the media room, walk-in wardrobe, and balcony. She is known for her performances in Malayalam and Tamil films.

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