<h1>India pushes AI adoption, US local controversy targets Indian diaspora, Pakistan-Afghanistan agree ceasefire, China advances leadership and space ties</h1> India's ambassador to the United States said the country's AI strategy emphasizes development, diffusion and adoption across the entire ecosystem. A Florida councilman drew criticism from members of Congress and Indian-American groups over social media remarks targeting the Indian community. Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to establish mechanisms aimed at lasting peace after deadly border clashes. China's ruling party convened a three-day leadership conclave to set its next five-year plan, address the impact of U.S. tariffs and conduct an anti-corruption military crackdown. China also launched a Pakistani remote sensing satellite alongside two domestic payloads, deepening bilateral space cooperation.