Daily Current Affairs|17 August 2026

Unlike a conventional zoo, the virtual facility uses digital technology to recreate forests, animals and wildlife environments for visitors.

The project has been integrated with Indore Zoo and is intended mainly for wildlife education and tourism.

It was developed through a Public-Private Partnership model.

The agenda covers artificial intelligence, start-ups, Digital Public Infrastructure, next-generation communications and cybersecurity.

The week includes the BRICS ICT Working Group, Digital BRICS Forum and the Communications Ministers' Meeting.

The theme — 'Innovate, Cooperate and Transform for a Resilient Future' — reflects the focus on shared digital infrastructure and technology cooperation.