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Gujarat to host 3rd edition of Semiconnect Conference 2026 at Mahatma Mandir

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 25, 2026 2:50:43 PM IST

The Government of Gujarat is set to host the third edition of the Gujarat Semiconnect Conference 2026 on March 1, at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, a release said. ... read..

Telangana BJP chief welcomes BRS, Congress youth, cites growing support for PM Modi

Hyderabad, Telangana | February 25, 2026 2:50:41 PM IST

Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Telangana President Ramchander Rao on Wednesday welcomed new entrants as leaders from various parties, including the BRS and Congress, who joined the BJP at its state office. ... read..

Haryana Vigilance Bureau arrests branch head, 3 others in multi-crore IDFC First Bank fraud

Panchkula (Haryana) | February 25, 2026 2:50:39 PM IST

The Haryana Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested 4 individuals, including the branch head, in connection with a massive financial fraud involving IDFC First Bank accounts belonging to the state government. ... read..

Delhi HC issues notice on Alka Lamba's plea for quashing of FIR against her in protest case

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 2:50:37 PM IST

Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice to Delhi police on a plea moved by former MLA Alka Lamba seeking quashing of FIR against her. This case pertains to a protest in favour of women's reservation in 2024. ... read..

Two-month-old baby allegedly killed by parents in Quthbullapur, Telangana

Quthbullapur (Telangana) | February 25, 2026 2:50:36 PM IST

A tragic incident came to light in Quthbullapur under the limits of Dundigal Police Station, Medchal, Telangana, where a two-month-old baby was allegedly killed by his parents. ... read..

Centre strengthens rural livelihood schemes, increases guaranteed employment to 125 days: Minister Kamlesh Paswan in Majuli

Majuli (Assam) | February 25, 2026 2:50:29 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan, who is on a two-day visit to Majuli, participated in a special discussion titled 'Vikasit Bharat Mission-Guarantee for Rojgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-GRAM G)' held at the conference hal ... read..

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar alleges police refusal to register FIR in Ajit Pawar plane crash case

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 25, 2026 2:50:27 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar on Wednesday visited the Marine Drive police station in Mumbai to file an FIR related to the Ajit Pawar plane crash case. However, he alleged that senior officials refused to register the FI ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assures action against misconduct towards Arunachali women; says will meet victims

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 2:20:52 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Wednesday, addressing the recent reports of alleged misconduct against women from the Northeast in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, expressed her concern over the incident, noting that it was brought to her attention through soc ... read..

SSP Udhampur chairs Ops-cum-Crime Review Meeting, emphasizes zero-tolerance policy against drugs and quality investigation

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 25, 2026 2:20:49 PM IST

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Udhampur Amod Nagpure, IPS, on Wednesday, chaired an Ops-cum-Crime Review Meeting at District Police Lines (DPL) Udhampur to comprehensively review the crime scenario, operational preparedness and overall police funct ... read..

If Kerala can be changed, why not West Bengal: Omar Abdullah backs Mamata Banerjee's demand for 'Bangla'

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 25, 2026 2:20:42 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday supported West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's recent statement about renaming West Bengal as 'Bangla', stating that if the state assembly makes such a proposal, the Centre should consider it. ... read..

PM Modi to visit Tamil Nadu on March 1; visit to Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple scheduled

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 2:20:36 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a significant visit to southern India beginning with his arrival in Chennai on the night of February 28. ... read..

"I am delighted": Former Law Minister Ashwani Kumar after SC takes suo moto cognisance of Class 8th NCERT curriculum

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 2:20:32 PM IST

As the Supreme Court took suo moto cognisance of NCERT's class eighth study curriculum, former Law Minister Ashwani Kumar on Wednesday said that he could affirm, "without any fear of contradiction," that the judiciary, as one of the pillars of Indian demo ... read..

"Will protest vigorously..," Deepender Singh Hooda slams state govt over MGNREGA, BPL row

Chandigarh (Haryana) | February 25, 2026 2:20:29 PM IST

Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda on Wednesday lashed out at the state government over the alleged dismantling of MGNREGA schemes and cancellation of 14 lakh BPL cards, asserting that the opposition has a constitutional right to protest. ... read..

Gujarat: Swadeshi Mela commences in 38 municipalities; over 1 Lakh visitors, ?83 lakh sales recorded

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 25, 2026 1:51:02 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens across the nation to embrace indigenous products by adopting the mantra of 'Vocal for Local', reinforcing the vision of building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. ... read..

"Such incidents will not be tolerated at all": Jyotiraditya Scindia on alleged racial abuse case in Malviya Nagar

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:51:00 PM IST

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday asserted that incidents like the alleged racial abuse and criminal intimidation of three women from Arunachal Pradesh in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar will not be tolerated at all. ... read..

"Shocking and unacceptable": Union Minister Scindia calls for action against BSNL director over Prayagraj protocol incident

By Suchitra Mukherjee

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:54 PM IST

Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday expressed shock over the recent reports suggesting that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Director Vivek Banzal's visit to Prayagraj had allegedly seen an extensive retinue of officers deployed fo ... read..

SC stays criminal proceedings in ED case against Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:52 PM IST

The Supreme Court has stayed criminal proceedings initiated against Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on a complaint filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) alleging disobedience/failure to appear on its summons in connection with a land acquisit ... read..

DMK leader Maran meets Southern Railway GM; extra coaches and peak-hour buses promised for Tambaram-Beach route

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 1:50:49 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)leader Dayanidhi Maran on Wednesday urged the Southern Railway to address commuter hardships caused by the partial closure of Egmore suburban stations. ... read..

"Rename Delhi to Indraprashta": BJP MP Khandelwal writes to Amit Shah

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:44 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Praveen Khandelwal on Wednesday wrote a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah asking for Delhi's name to be changed to Indraprastha to honour the city's ancient history. ... read..

Situation under control in Shivamogga, says Karnataka HM G Parameshwara following teen's murder; appeals for peace

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 25, 2026 1:50:41 PM IST

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Wednesday said the situation in Shivamogga city is "under control" following the murder of a teenage boy and urged people to maintain peace, warning that strict action would be taken if law and order is disturbed ... read..

"If there is any morality, then....": Congress MP Imran Masood on PM Modi's Israel visit

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:21:13 PM IST

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day Israel visit, Congress MP Imran Masood on Wednesday said that India's diplomatic stance on Palestine remains clear with the government supporting Palestine. ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath discusses deepening India-Japan industrial ties with JETRO CEO in Tokyo

Tokyo | February 25, 2026 1:21:05 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday met with Chairman and CEO, Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), Ishiguro Norihiko, in Tokyo to discuss the deepening industrial partnership and the expansion of Japanese business activities i ... read..

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran demands immediate restoration of full Chennai suburban train services

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 1:21:03 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Dayanidhi Maran has urged the Southern Railway to immediately restore the full schedule of suburban train services in Chennai, citing widespread public anger and severe hardship faced by daily commuters following a sharp ... read..

National event's image tarnished by Youth Congress protest, says Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:20:58 PM IST

Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, on Wednesday criticised the recent protest by the Indian Youth Congress at the India AI Impact Summit, stating that the incident at a prestigious national event has negatively impacted the c ... read..

Sharad Pawar discharged, completely stable

Pune (Maharashtra) | February 25, 2026 1:20:56 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was discharged from the Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune on Wednesday and is doing well.The Chief Cardiologist and Chairman and Managing Trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic said that Pawar's health is stable. ... read..

No black box in air ambulance crash in Jharkhand, AAIB team investigates the site

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:20:47 PM IST

The Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd Beechcraft C90 (VT-AJV) that crashed in Jharkhand on Tuesday, claiming 7 lives, had no black boxes as the aircraft's maximum takeoff weight is below 5,700 kg, sources said. ... read..

"365 days changed Delhi": CM Rekha Gupta releases one-year report card

General News | February 25, 2026 1:20:46 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday released the one-year report card of her government, highlighting achievements across various sectors as the BJP-led administration completed its first year in office. ... read..

"More PM Modi visits Tamil Nadu, bigger the margin of NDA losing here": CM MK Stalin

Kanniyakumari (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 1:20:42 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting that he only visits the state during election season to seek the electorate's support while asserting that his DMK is committed to fulfilling the trust ... read..

"Shameful, condemnable and punishable": Former UP DGP slams Youth Congress over 'shirtless' protest

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 12:51:01 PM IST

Former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Vikram Singh termed the recent Youth Congress 'shirtless' protest at Bharat Mandapam during India AI Impact Summit "shameful, condemnable and punishable", calling for strict action in the case. ... read..

Man killed wife, three children in Chandan Park area, says Delhi police

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:50:58 PM IST

A man killed his wife and three children with a sharp-edged weapon in the Chandan Park area of Outer North Delhi, Delhi police said on Wednesday. ... read..

"Book Rahul Gandhi for being a co-conspirator": BJP's Boora Narsaiah Goud slams LS LoP for backing IYC protest at AI summit

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 25, 2026 12:50:56 PM IST

BJP leader Boora Narsaiah Goud on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his statement backing the protest staged by workers of the Indian Youth Congress at the AI Summit in the national capital. ... read..

Indian Army's Romeo Force, SOG Poonch recover terrorist arms cache in Gani village

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 25, 2026 12:50:55 PM IST

In a joint operation, the Indian Army's Romeo Force along with Special Operations Group (SOG) Poonch recovered a cache of arms and ammunition belonging to terrorists in a cave in Gani village of Poonch district, sources in the Indian Army said on Wednesda ... read..

Grand Jallikattu competition underway in Trichy; 750 bulls, 500 tamers participate

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 12:50:45 PM IST

A grand Jallikattu competition is being held at Kajamalai in Tiruchirappalli city on Wednesday with 750 bulls and more than 500 bull tamers participating in the traditional sport. ... read..

Delhi Police arrests couple in connection with racial abuse of women from Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:50:41 PM IST

The Delhi Police on Wednesday said that the alleged accused and her husband have been arrested in connection with the alleged racial abuse and criminal intimidation of three women from Arunachal Pradesh in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar area. ... read..

Delhi: Fire breaks out at Kirti Nagar's Lakkar Mandi, no casualties

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:50:38 PM IST

A fire erupted at Kirti Nagar's Lakkar Mandi this morning, affecting a plywood warehouse and nearby shops, officials said. ... read..

"Will not let anyone defame institution," CJI raps NCERT after inclusion of chapter on "corruption in judiciary" in Class 8 text book

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:21:06 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday initiated suo moto proceedings regarding the inclusion of a section on "corruption in the judiciary" within the new NCERT class 8 (Eighth) Social Science textbook, with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant asserting that the in ... read..

Odisha Vigilance unearths Rs 4 crore cash from mining department official's residence

Cuttack (Odisha) | February 25, 2026 12:21:03 PM IST

Odisha Vigilance has recovered Rs 4 crore in cash from the residence of the Deputy Director of Mines, Cuttack Circle, who has also been apprehended, an official statement said. ... read..

Former JNUSU President files complaint against VC over alleged remark on Dalits

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:21:01 PM IST

Former President of the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) Dhananjay has filed a complaint with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) against JNU Vice Chancellor Santishree D. Pandit over allegedly hateful remarks made on a ... read..

"Uttar Pradesh has immense investment potential": Dy CM Brijesh Pathak

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 12:20:58 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak on Wednesday highlighed the State's growth and improved law and order and cited Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy CM's foreign tours, where they're bagging deals worth lakhs of crores, and MoUs ar ... read..

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to lay foundation stone for Congress-built houses for Chooralmala-Mundakkai landslide victims on Feb 26

Kalpetta (Kerala) | February 25, 2026 12:20:53 PM IST

The foundation stone laying ceremony for houses being constructed by the Congress for the victims of the Chooralmala-Mundakkai landslide disaster will be held on February 26, 2026 at 2:30 PM in Kalpetta, with Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Ga ... read..

"AI Summit protest was continuation of Rahul Gandhi's family legacy to compromise India's interests": Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 12:20:45 PM IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday strongly criticised a protest by the Indian Youth Congress at the AI Summit, alleging that accusations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi were an attempt to tarnish India's image on the global stage. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya Trust to preserve cutter machines used in Ram Temple construction

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 12:20:41 PM IST

The Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Coordinator, Sharad Sharma, has announced plans to preserve the cutter machine and other tools used in the construction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. ... read..

"We will take strict legal action and teach a lesson," Kiren Rijiju condemns racial abuse against Arunachali women

Guwahati (Assam) | February 25, 2026 11:50:51 AM IST

Amid allegations of racial abuse and criminal intimidation against three women from Arunachal Pradesh in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar area, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said that his office has been in constant touch with the victims and the De ... read..

"Visiting Israel is PM Modi's hobby": CPI MP Sandosh Kumar

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 11:50:49 AM IST

Communist Party of India MP P Sandosh Kumar on Wednesday said that Israel is like a "second Gujarat" to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while asserting that the Middle East country is acting against humanity's interests, is targeting Gaza, and killing innoc ... read..

Farmers stage protest at Trichy Railway Junction after Nagpur summons cancelled

Trichy (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 11:50:47 AM IST

A group of farmers of Tamil Nadu led by Ayyakannu, State President of the National South Indian Rivers Linking Farmers' Association on Tuesday held a sit-in demonstration at the Tiruchirappalli Railway Junction, demanding a full refund for train tickets a ... read..

"Instead of giving him a promotion, they have sent the ACB to his house": J-K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary after ACB raids his brother's residence

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 25, 2026 11:50:42 AM IST

Following a raid by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) at the residence of his brother Vijay Choudhary in a suspected disproportionate assets case, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday termed the action "unfortunate." ... read..

Assam woman allegedly gangraped, Rs 10,000 extorted in Silchar

Cachar (Assam) | February 25, 2026 11:21:06 AM IST

In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old woman was allegedly gangraped in front of her boyfriend and extorted of Rs 10,000 by 7-8 persons in Assam's Cachar district. ... read..

Delhi HC grants bail in alleged abetment to suicide case, notes 'break-up alone, not instigation'

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 11:20:59 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has granted regular bail to a man in a case alleging abetment of suicide, observing that a broken relationship by itself does not constitute instigation under criminal law. ... read..

Chandigarh Police issues notice ahead of Congress protest; Punjab and Haryana HC closes Suo motu case on traffic jam

Chandigarh | February 25, 2026 11:20:56 AM IST

The Chandigarh Police has issued a public notice prohibiting protests and gatherings at places other than the designated venue, as the Haryana Congress announced a demonstration over the issue of MGNREGA on Wednesday. ... read..

"Will be visiting Delhi, nothing new about that": Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 25, 2026 11:20:51 AM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday informed that he will be visiting New Delhi to meet Congress high command in the coming days. ... read..

"Puppet of foreign powers": Nitin Nabin slams Rahul Gandhi over foreign visits; alleges Nehru-Gandhi family "compromise mission"

Patna (Bihar) | February 25, 2026 11:20:50 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Wednesday accused the Nehru-Gandhi family of pursuing a "compromise mission" that prioritized personal and foreign interests over national welfare, describing Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi as a " ... read..

BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla hails Cabinet decision to rename Kerala as 'Keralam', slams opposition's "slave mentality"

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 11:20:43 AM IST

BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Wednesday welcomed the Union Cabinet's decision to rename Kerala as 'Keralam', stating that it reflects respect for Indian heritage, while slamming the opposition for protesting such changes due to what he c ... read..

"YSRCP should apologise to people": Telangana BJP chief on Tirupati ladoo row

Hyderabad, (Telangana) | February 25, 2026 11:20:38 AM IST

Telangana BJP Chief N Ramchander Rao on Wednesday condemned the reported use of adulterated ghee in the preparation of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) laddus, describing the act as a grave insult to religious sentiments and a threat to public safety. ... read..

Unauthorised AI, deepfake content misusing Swami Ramdev's persona prima facie illegal: Delhi HC

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 10:51:00 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has observed that the unauthorised use of yoga guru Swami Ramdev's name, likeness, voice and persona through AI-generated deepfakes, manipulated videos, fake endorsements, and misleading online content prima facie violates his persona ... read..

Woman BLO files FIR against Suvendu Adhikari-led BJP supporters for alleged assault, intimidation

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 25, 2026 10:50:54 AM IST

A police complaint has been filed by a woman Booth Level Officer (BLO) against BJP supporters allegedly led by Suvendu Adhikari in connection with an incident of assault, criminal intimidation and outraging of modesty. ... read..

Maharashtra: 25 Illegal Bangladeshi nationals arrested by Versova Police in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharshtra) | February 25, 2026 10:50:50 AM IST

In a major crackdown on illegal immigration, Mumbai's Versova police arrested 25 Bangladeshi nationals, including 21 transgender individuals, officials said on Wednesday. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: 18 injured as bus overturns in Firozabad

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 10:21:08 AM IST

A Lucknow-Delhi bus overturned after hitting a divider on the Firozabad expressway early Wednesday, leaving 18 passengers injured. Most sustained minor injuries, while one patient was referred for further treatment, said an official. ... read..

Results of 9 years of policy reforms evident in UP's growth: CM Yogi Adityanath in Tokyo

Tokyo | February 25, 2026 10:20:54 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the Uttar Pradesh Investment Roadshow in Tokyo on Wednesday, where he presented Uttar Pradesh as a global hub for skilled labour and a massive consumption market with a population of 250 million. The M ... read..

"Unfortunate that Rahul Gandhi..." Rajasthan Minister Avinash Gehlot on 'shirtless' protest at AI Summit

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | February 25, 2026 10:20:51 AM IST

Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment of Rajasthan, Avinash Gehlot has slammed the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi over the "shirtless" protest at the AI Summit in New Delhi earlier in the month. ... read..

DMK stalled construction of AIIMS Madurai: BJP's K Annamalai

Karur (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 9:50:39 AM IST

BJP leader K Annamalai has accused the DMK government of stalling the construction of AIIMS Madurai by delaying essential administrative clearances, calling on the public to support the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the upcoming Tamil Assembly Ele ... read..

"When world is critical of his 'dear friend' Netanyahu, PM Modi will be displaying moral cowardice": Jairam Ramesh

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 9:50:32 AM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his scheduled visit to Israel, stating that PM Modi will be displaying "moral cowardice" at a time when the whole world is critical of his "dead friend", refe ... read..

Forest staff trained to protect India's only ape in Arunachal's Namsai

Namsai (Arunachal Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 9:21:08 AM IST

Biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak, in collaboration with Namdapha National Park & Tiger Reserve Authority and with support from Arcus Foundation, organised a Hoolock Gibbon conservation training programme at the headquarters of Namsai Forest ... read..

"DMK, Congress spreading propaganda to distract from their own alliance issues": TTV Dhinakaran

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 9:21:06 AM IST

Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazhagam (AMMK) General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran said that there is uncertainity betwen DMK and Congress in Tamil Nadu and claimed that the opposition is spreading false claims about NDA's stability to distract attention from their o ... read..

"Children are citizens of present, not the future..": Guwahati HC CJ Ashutosh Kumar

Guwahati (Assam) | February 25, 2026 9:21:04 AM IST

The Assam Police organised a keynote lecture on 'Institutionalising Child Friendly Practices Across the Justice Delivery Chain' in Guwahati on Tuesday. ... read..

Indian Army conducts Exercise Agni Varsha; demonstrates integrated combat power in desert sector

Pokhran (Rajasthan) | February 25, 2026 9:20:59 AM IST

The Indian Army, under the aegis of Headquarters Southern Command, conducted Exercise Agni Varsha at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges on Tuesday to validate operational preparedness and integrated combat capabilities in the Desert Sector. ... read..

"Top-level leadership of Maoists has become zero": IG Bastar P Sundarraj

Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) | February 25, 2026 9:20:57 AM IST

Inspector General (IG) Bastar P Sundarraj on Wednesday said that the number of CPI Maoists in Telangana is on a decline and suggested it would be better for the remanining cadres to join the community. ... read..

Delhi's air quality remains in 'poor' category; Anand Vihar AQI hits 342

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 9:20:52 AM IST

The national capital on Wednesday morning continued to breathe "poor" air as the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 237, according to the latest data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). ... read..

Punjab: Two members of BKI module arrested in a firing and extortion case in Jalandhar

Jalandhar (Punjab) | February 25, 2026 9:20:51 AM IST

In a major development, Counter Intelligence (CI) Jalandhar has arrested two key members of a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) module involved in an extortion and firing case. ... read..

"Hope PM Modi demands justice for Gaza's women, children in Knesset": Priyanka Gandhi

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 9:20:46 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the Gaza conflict when he addresses the Knesset in his upcoming visit to Israel, calling for justice for innocent victims and emphasising India's historic commitm ... read..

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat writes to Railway Minister seeking improvement in 'Ashram' and 'Mandore' Express operations

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | February 25, 2026 9:20:44 AM IST

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has written to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw seeking improvement in rail services in Jodhpur and Western Rajasthan railways, particularly regarding the operation of 'Ashram' and 'Mandor ... read..

"If there is merit, anyone can become a minister..." Congress leader M Veerappa Moily on MLas seeking cabinet berths

Mangaluru (Karnataka) | February 25, 2026 8:51:04 AM IST

A day after 31 Congress MLAs wrote to top leadership demanding representation in the cabinet, Congress leader M Veerappa Moily pointed out that everyone starts somewhere and emphasized merit over experience. ... read..

IndiGo announces direct flights from NMIA to six cities from March 29

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 8:51:00 AM IST

IndiGo has announced new direct routes connecting Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) with Ahmedabad, Diu, Goa, Rajkot, Belgaum, and Kolhapur, effective 29 March 2026. ... read..

Sikkim: 324 vehicles struck in snow at 15 Mile near Nathula Pass

Gangtok (Sikkim) | February 25, 2026 8:50:59 AM IST

Heavy snowfall stranded 324 vehicles, including tourist cars, at 15 Mile on Sikkim's Nathula Pass and Changu Lake route on Tuesday. ... read..

IJK Party chief Ravi Pachamuthu reaffirms NDA alliance, questions if Vijay's cadres have guts to face DMK, AIADMK or NDA

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 8:50:57 AM IST

National President of IJK Party and Chairman of SRM Groups, Ravi Pachamuthu, on Wednesday questioned whether actor- turned- politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Party cadres have the guts to face the established parties like DMK, ADMK or NDA ... read..

Bhopal-Dhanbad/Chhapra Express flagged off; Minister Vaishnaw highlights Rs 48,000 Cr projects for MP

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 8:50:54 AM IST

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav virtually flagged off the Bhopal-Dhanbad/Chhapra Express train, marking a new chapter in connectivity between the two states. ... read..

"This double-engine govt failed to fullfill promises":BJD

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | February 25, 2026 8:21:01 AM IST

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leaders slammed the BJP-led Odisha government, alleging that the this double-engine government hasn't fulfilled a single promise since coming coming to power. ... read..

National Round Table Conference of ECI, State Election Commissioners concludes in New Delhi

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 8:20:59 AM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) organised the National Round Table Conference of ECI and State Election Commissioners (SECs) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. ... read..

"It indicates significance of Malayalam language...": BJP leader V Muraleedharan on govt's approval to rename Kerala to 'Keralam'

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 25, 2026 6:20:47 AM IST

BJP leader V Muraleedharan on Tuesday praised the Union Cabinet's approval to rename Kerala as 'Keralam', stating that it signifies the Malayalam language. ... read..

Hyderabad: Tension erupts in Shivarampalli over cow transport

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 25, 2026 6:20:45 AM IST

A tense situation erupted in Shivarampalli after 'Gow Rakshak' members stopped a truck carrying cows, the Attapur Police said. ... read..

"This decision might have implication on upcoming election...": AIADMK's Gautami Tadimalla on Sasikala launching new party flag

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 5:50:49 AM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), Deputy Secretary, Propaganda, Gautami Tadimalla, on Tuesday, stated that there could be political implications for expelled AIADMK leader VK Sasikala on launching a political party right before the electi ... read..

"I don't know what difference it makes...": Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on renaming of Kerala to 'Keralam'

Kottayam (Kerala) | February 25, 2026 5:20:41 AM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday criticised the Union Government over the renaming of Kerala to 'Keralam', stating that it has not given an All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), development projects or any new institutions to Kerala, but ra ... read..

Sikkim: 541 tourist vehicles stuck near Tsomgo Lake; tourists evacuated safely

Gangtok (Sikkim) | February 25, 2026 4:50:50 AM IST

The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Sikkim, informed all stakeholders and tourists that due to recent heavy snowfall in the higher reaches of Sherathang and surrounding areas near Tsomgo Lake, a large number of tourist vehicles were stranded betwee ... read..

"We will continue on path shown by Anna, MGR, Jayalalithaa..." Expelled AIADMK Leader VK Sasikala

Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 4:50:49 AM IST

Expelled AIADMK leader VK Sasikala on Tuesday stated that she will walk the path enlightened by Anna, MGR, and Jayalalithaa as she launched her own party flag. ... read..

Air Ambulance crash: Family of deceased patient seeks compensation, justice

Latehar (Jharkhand) | February 25, 2026 4:20:53 AM IST

The relatives of patient Sanjay Kumar, who lost his life in the Air Ambulance crash in Jharkhand, shared their ordeal, saying that his condition continued to worsen during the treatment, and the doctor advised taking him by air. ... read..

Car firing: Case registered at Kashmiri Gate Police Station on Deepak Khatri's complaint

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 3:50:46 AM IST

A case under sections 109(1)/3(5) of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and 25/27 Arms Act has been registered at Kashmiri Gate Police Station on the complaint of Deepak Khatri, Delhi Police said on Wednesday. ... read..

Delhi: Passengers present inside car outline details in Kashmiri Gate firing incident

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 3:20:29 AM IST

A person, who was present in the car at the time of the firing incident in Delhi's Kashmiri Gate, detailed the incident, saying the firing took place as soon as the car was started, injuring Sandeep, one of the individuals present in the car. ... read..

Security agencies conduct mock drill at Jamnagar Refinery

Jamnagar (Gujarat) | February 25, 2026 3:20:27 AM IST

A counter-terrorism mock drill simulating a terrorist attack was successfully held at Reliance Refinery here with various security agencies participating in a coordinated response exercise. ... read..

Kashmiri Gate firing: "Lawrence Bishnoi's advocate was in a car," confirms DCP Raja Banthia

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 2:51:02 AM IST

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) North Raja Banthia on Wednesday confirmed that Lawrence Bishnoi's advocate Deepak Khatri was in the car when shots were fired at the car in Delhi's Kashmiri Gate area. ... read..

Firing on car in Delhi, police say an occupant claimed to be part of Lawrence Bishnoi's legal team

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:51:08 AM IST

A firing incident on a car was reported at Delhi's Kashmiri Gate area, the Delhi police said on Tuesday. ... read..

India enjoys preferential trade access to nearly two-thirds of global trade, says Piyush Goyal

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 25, 2026 1:51:03 AM IST

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said that India now enjoys preferential trade access to nearly two-thirds of global trade, underscoring the country's growing global economic integration. ... read..

BRS working chief KTR slams Congress over former MLA Balka Suman's arrest

Adilabad (Telangana) | February 25, 2026 1:51:01 AM IST

BRS Working President KT Rama Rao on Tuesday launched a sharp attack against the Congress government in Telangana over former MLA Balka Suman's arrest in a violence case. ... read..

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attends health camp in Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam) | February 25, 2026 1:50:58 AM IST

In a public outreach initiative under Sewa Sankalp Saptah, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday attended a Health Camp held at Jahajghat LP School in Guwahati. ... read..

7th All India Conference of Government Railway Police chiefs held in Delhi

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:56 AM IST

The 7th All India Conference of Government Railway Police Chiefs, convened by the Railway Protection Force, concluded successfully at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on Tuesday. ... read..

IYC chief sent to four-day police custody in "shirless protest" case, Congress condemns arrest

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:54 AM IST

Delhi Police Crime Branch on Tuesday said eight persons, including Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib, have been arrested in connection with the "shirtless protest" during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in the national cap ... read..

Four dead, 11 injured after bus hits two vehicles in Bihar's Bhagalpur

Bhagalpur (Bihar) | February 25, 2026 1:50:53 AM IST

A head-on collision between a bus and two auto-rickshaws on NH-31 near Dayalpur in Bhagalpur district claimed the lives of four people, while eleven others were left injured on Tuesday. ... read..

IYC chief sent to four-day police custody in "shirtless protest" case, Congress condemns arrest

New Delhi | February 25, 2026 1:50:51 AM IST

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy assures Pulivendula residents of support amid governance concerns

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | February 25, 2026 1:50:49 AM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Tuesday interacted with party workers, supporters, and members of the public during his visit to Pulivendula, assuring them of support amid concerns over ... read..

Kerala Cabinet announces key decisions: PSC age limit raised, statewide group insurance scheme cleared

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 25, 2026 1:50:48 AM IST

The Kerala Cabinet on Tuesday approved a series of major policy decisions, including raising the upper age limit for PSC applicants and granting in-principle approval for a comprehensive group insurance scheme aimed at protecting households from recurring ... read..

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw meets Merck Electronics EVP Katherine Dei Cas, discusses semiconductor collaboration

New Delhi | February 24, 2026 11:50:49 PM IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met Katherine Dei Cas, Executive Vice President of Merck Electronics Katherine Dei Cas, to discuss semiconductor collaboration in the country. ... read..

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