Galgotias University has been asked to vacate the expo area of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi following a major controversy over a Chinese-made robotic dog. Professor Neha Singh from the university was caught on video claiming the robot named "Orion" was developed by Galgotias' Centre of Excellence, describing its surveillance and campus monitoring capabilities. Viewers quickly identified it as Unitree Go2, a commercially available Chinese robodog. After viral backlash, the university clarified: "Galgotias has not built this robodog, nor have we claimed to do so." Unitree Robotics, known for producing affordable four-legged robots rivalling Boston Dynamics' Spot, manufactures the Go2 at significantly lower prices for global consumers. (PC: HT)

The father of a 17-year-old boy accused in a fatal Dwarka SUV crash has apologised and said he did not know his son was driving. Police said the SUV hit a motorcycle on February 3 near Sector 11, killing 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra at the spot. The vehicle then struck a parked car and injured a cab driver. The minor was caught at the scene and later sent to an observation home. His father has also been booked under the Motor Vehicles Act. He told reporters, “I didn’t know my son was driving” and added, “I am regretful that this happened.” Police investigation is ongoing. (PC: HT)

Galgotias University has issued a clarification after facing online criticism over a robotic dog shown at the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi. Social media posts claimed the university presented a Chinese-made robodog as its own product named “Orion.” In a statement, the university said the device was bought from Chinese firm Unitree and used only for student learning. It said, “Galgotias has not built this robodog, nor have we ever claimed to.” The institute called it a teaching tool for experiments and training. A community note on X disputed the claim and said the robot was presented as developed by the university team. (PC: India Today)

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw issued a public apology on Tuesday after the opening day of India's AI Impact Summit 2026 billed as the "world's largest artificial intelligence summit" descended into operational chaos at Delhi's Bharat Mandapam. Over 70,000 attendees faced crushing overcrowding, long queues, unclear instructions, stolen exhibitor equipment, and near-dead mobile connectivity. Most disturbingly, startup CEO Dhananjay Yadav reported his AI wearables were stolen from inside a high-security zone cleared ahead of PM Modi's visit with security personnel having  sole access. Entrepreneurs publicly called out "optics over execution," with exhibitors locked out of their own stalls. Vaishnaw promised a war room, smoother coordination, and a better experience for remaining days.

Delhi University has banned public meetings and protests on campus for one month after clashes linked to new UGC anti-caste discrimination rules. The order followed recent demonstrations that turned violent and led to cross-police cases. The rules require equity panels and helplines in colleges, but some groups say the definition of caste bias is unclear. The Supreme Court has stayed the 2026 rules for now and said there is “complete vagueness” and risk of misuse. Student groups and teachers have questioned the protest ban. The vice-chancellor urged calm and said “social harmony is the greatest thing” and asked students to await the court’s decision. (PC: HT)

Bill Gates will attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the Gates Foundation confirmed. A spokesperson said he will deliver his keynote as scheduled. The statement dismissed earlier reports claiming he would skip the event. Gates is listed among key speakers, including OpenAI chief Sam Altman and Google CEO Sundar Pichai. The summit is being held at Bharat Mandapam. It brings together global tech leaders, startups and policymakers. Gates also praised Andhra Pradesh’s use of AI in health, agriculture and education during his recent visit. The event is expected to draw over 2.5 lakh visitors. (PC: AP)

‘He screamed for help for 10 minutes,’ said the mother of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra, who died in a crash in Delhi’s Dwarka on February 3. The accident involved an SUV, a cab and Sahil’s bike. Police said a minor was driving the SUV without a licence. Sahil was taken to hospital but died from severe injuries. His mother claimed, ‘There were 13 challans on this car,’ adding that many were for over speeding in Uttar Pradesh. The teen driver is on interim bail for board exams. Police have assured a fair investigation.

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders will review the India-France strategic partnership. A new Rafale fighter jet deal is likely to be discussed. India may procure 114 additional Rafale jets from France’s Dassault Aviation. The Defence Acquisition Council has approved the proposal. India has already bought 36 Rafale jets and ordered 26 more for the Navy. Modi and Macron will also launch the India-France Year of Innovation 2026. Macron is on a three-day visit to attend the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. (PC: AFP)

Billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is not attending the AI Summit in New Delhi. His name was also missing from the event’s ‘Global Visionaries’ list. The development has sparked speculation. Sources said his absence comes amid renewed scrutiny over his past links to Jeffrey Epstein. Gates has earlier acknowledged knowing Epstein. There is no official statement linking his absence to the controversy. The AI Summit continues in Delhi with global leaders and tech experts discussing artificial intelligence, innovation and digital policy. Organisers have not commented on the change in the guest list. (PC: Reuters)

A video filmed inside an SUV shows the moments before a fatal crash in Delhi. The accident happened on February 3 near Lal Bahadur Shastri College in Dwarka. A teen was driving the Scorpio without a valid licence. The video shows him speeding on a road without a divider. The SUV then hit a motorcycle head-on. The biker, 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra, died from severe head injuries and heavy bleeding, according to the autopsy report. The teen was produced before the Juvenile Justice Board and later granted interim bail due to his Class 10 board exams.