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"Just like Dada, Sunetra Pawar will run party well...": NCP leader Rupali Chakankar

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 27, 2026 5:50:37 AM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Rupali Chakankar on Thursday expressed confidence in Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar as she gets elected as the NCP Chief, stating that Pawar will follow in the footsteps of her late husband and former Deputy Ch ... read..

Assam Cabinet approves re-appointment of 57 Junior engineers, agriculture and infrastructure projects

Dispur (Assam) | February 27, 2026 4:51:01 AM IST

The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a series of decisions, including the re-appointment of Junior Engineers, land allotment under Mission Basundhara, and establishing a new College of Agricultureon on Thursday. ... read..

Sudarsan Pattnaik to represent India at Contemporary Venice 2026 in Italy

Puri (Odisha) | February 27, 2026 4:20:48 AM IST

India will be proudly represented at Contemporary Venice - 18th Edition in Italy by renowned Indian sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik, which is going to be open on March 6 and will continue till March 20. ... read..

"Supreme Court has justified what it has done": Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on NCERT book judiciary chapter row

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 27, 2026 4:20:46 AM IST

The political row over an NCERT textbook chapter on judicial corruption escalated on Thursday after the Supreme Court imposed a "complete blanket ban" on the Class 8 NCERT book. ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: Ammonia gas leak reported in Indore; situation under control

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | February 27, 2026 3:20:39 AM IST

An incident of a gas leak from a cylinder occured in the Raoji Bazaar Police Station area on Thursday. ... read..

Sixth India-Japan Intellectual Conclave "Kizuna" held in Shillong

Shillong (Meghalaya) | February 27, 2026 3:20:38 AM IST

The Sixth India-Japan Intellectual Conclave was held at Vivanta, Shillong, which was attended by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma as the Chief Guest. ... read..

Indian Railways, Indian Army launch 'Framework of Cooperation' to strengthen post-retirement career opportunities for 'Agniveers' and serving army personnel

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 2:50:41 AM IST

In a significant step towards deepening institutional collaboration, Indian Railways and the Indian Army have introduced a "Framework of Cooperation" aimed at expanding post-retirement employment opportunities for Agniveers and serving Army personnel tran ... read..

Education Ministry writes to MeitY, I&B to halt digital circulation of banned NCERT textbook

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 2:20:44 AM IST

The Education Ministry on Thursday wrote to the Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B), and the Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), seeking immediate steps to halt the dissemination of ... read..

Indian Railways sanctions key capacity and connectivity projects worth Rs. 871 crore to accelerate infrastructure modernisation

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 1:50:58 AM IST

Continuing its transformative push to build a future-ready, high-capacity rail network, Indian Railways has sanctioned a series of strategic infrastructure projects across Northern, Southern and Eastern Railway zones. These projects aim to modernise coach ... read..

MCRHRD institute to partner with Harvard to train Telangana officials: CM Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 27, 2026 1:50:57 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that the MCRHRD institute would enter an agreement with the world-famous Harvard University soon. ... read..

Hola Mohalla: 5,000 police personnel, 21 parking spaces, shuttle services for convenience of devotees at Sri Anandpur Sahib

Chandigarh (Punjab) | February 27, 2026 1:50:55 AM IST

To ensure foolproof arrangements for the upcoming festival of Hola Mohalla at Sri Anandpur Sahib as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Special Director General of Police (Special DGP) Law and Order, Arpit Shukla, on Thursday, reviewed the ... read..

SC seeks Centre's response on PIL to display punishment for filing fake cases in police stations

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 1:20:30 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to the Centre, all State governments and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) seeking a response on a public interest litigation (PIL) plea filed by BJP leader and Advocate Ashwini Upadhyay. ... read..

RailOne SuperApp surpasses 2 crore downloads in less than 8 months of launch

New Delhi | February 27, 2026 1:20:27 AM IST

RailOne, the SuperApp of Indian Railways, has achieved a major milestone of surpassing 2 crore downloads in less than 8 months of its launch, and has also crossed the 5 lakh ticket mark per day this month. ... read..

Telangana: CM Revanth Reddy announces Public Schools in 100 constituencies

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 11:51:10 PM IST

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that Telangana Public Schools would be opened in 100 constituencies across the state from this academic year. ... read..

PM Modi to inaugurate Micron Technology ATMP Plant in Sanand, to create 5,000 direct jobs

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 11:51:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Micron Technology's state-of-the-art ATMP (Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging) plant in Sanand, Gujarat, on February 28, according to a Gujarat CMO release. ... read..

SC issues notices to Education Secy, NCERT director of "corruption in judiciary" chapter; BJP backs probe, Congress calls textbook rewrite 'shameful'

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 11:51:03 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered a complete blanket ban on both the reprinting and online circulation of NCERT's latest Class 8 Social Science textbook, addressing the issue of "corruption within the judiciary". ... read..

SC issues notices to Education Secy, NCERT director for "corruption in judiciary" chapter; BJP backs probe, Congress calls textbook rewrite 'shameful'

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 11:50:58 PM IST

Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta flags off batch of 30 students for Rashtriya Ekatmata Yatra 2026

Leh (Ladakh) | February 26, 2026 11:50:51 PM IST

Reaffirming the commitment to strengthening the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat', the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today flagged off a batch of 30 students from Lok Niwas, Leh, for the Rashtriya Ekatmata Yatra 2026 - Student Exper ... read..

Karnataka Minister accuses BJP of creating "RSS and Hindu ideology-based history of India" amid NCERT row

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2026 11:50:38 PM IST

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Thursday launched an attack against the Centre, accusing it of creating an "RSS and Hindu ideology-based history of India" amid the row over the judiciary chapter in NCERT. ... read..

MP: Congress walks out from assembly protesting over Singrauli coal mines issue, demands JPC probe

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 11:21:08 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Congress created an uproar in the assembly on Thursday and walked out in protest from the House over the Singrauli coal mines issue, alleging irregularities in compensation to displaced tribal families. ... read..

KTR slams Congress over Khammam evictions, says "Will move Supreme Court if needed"

Khammam (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 11:21:03 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on the Congress government over the demolition drive in Velugumatla (Vinoba Bhave Colony) in Khammam, alleging "gross injustice" to poor families and accu ... read..

Telangana: One person arrested for manufacturing and selling adulterated ginger and garlic paste

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 11:20:58 PM IST

Hyderabad Police conducted a surprise inspection at a house near Railway Gate, MS Maqtha in Khairatabad and arrestred one 21-year-old for manufacturing ginger and garlic paste in plastic containers under highly unhygienic conditions. ... read..

"For all dreams Dada had for Maharashtra, have accepted responsibility": Sunetra Pawar after being elected NCP Chief

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2026 11:20:56 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and newly elected Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sunetra Pawar on Thursday said she has accepted the responsibility in keeping with the wishes of party workers and in honour of Ajit Pawar's vision for Maharashtra. ... read..

Uttarakhand Chief Minister participates in three-day 'Nayar Valley Adventure Festival-2026'

Pauri Garhwal (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2026 11:20:53 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Nayar Valley Adventure Festival at Bilkhet in Pauri Garhwal district on Thursday. ... read..

Telangana Police bust Rs 2.05 crore Ganja racket; 4 held

Bhadradri Kothagudem (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:51:11 PM IST

In a major crackdown on narcotics smuggling, Telangana police seized 408.185 kilograms of ganja valued at approximately Rs 2.05 crore and arrested four persons involved in the illegal transportation. ... read..

JNUSU calls second march against detention of over 50 students following protests against VC

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 10:51:08 PM IST

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) on Thursday called for a "complete lockdown" against the arrest of 50 university students, following today's protest march to the Union Education Ministry. ... read..

Telangana: Three apprehended for vandalising Lord Hanuman idol in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:51:05 PM IST

Hyderabad Police on Thursday apprehended three Children in Conflict with the Law (CCL) for allegedly breaking into a Hanuman Temple, stealing a copper vessel and vandalising the idol at Barkas, police said in a statement. ... read..

Telangana aims to emerge as global logistics hub by 2047: Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:51:03 PM IST

Telangana is working with a structured roadmap to emerge as one of India's leading logistics hubs and position itself as a global logistics destination by 2047, IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said on Thursday. ... read..

ECI reviews poll preparedness for upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 10:51:01 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday conducted a detailed review of poll preparedness for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections. ... read..

CP Malkajgiri appreciates medal winners at 4th Telangana Police Games & Sports Meet-2026

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:50:58 PM IST

Malkajgiri Commissioner of Police Avinash Mohanty on Thursday expressed appreciation to all medal winners and sportspersons of the 4th Telangana Police Games and Sports Meet-2026 for their dedication and discipline. ... read..

"Drop this project or make structural changes": BJP's NV Subhash opposes Musi River Beautification Project

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:50:54 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson NV Subhash on Thursday raised concerns over the proposed Musi river beautification project, alleging that middle-class families are being adversely affected. ... read..

'Vande Mataram' Composer Bankim Chandra's descendant Sumitra Chattopadhyay joins BJP ahead of elections

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 10:21:12 PM IST

Sumitra Chattopadhyay, a descendant of 'Vande Mataram' composer Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay and a former senior official of the Labour Department, formally joined the BJP in Kolkata on Thursday. ... read..

"Nothing will happen this time": Bengal minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay on EC deploying 480 CAPF companies

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 10:21:09 PM IST

As the Election Commission of India (ECI) moves to deploy 480 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in West Bengal ahead of the Assembly elections, state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay said that Chief Minister Mamata Bane ... read..

Telangana: Rajya Sabha MP R Krishnaiah alleges caste killing of toddler at temple fair

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 10:21:07 PM IST

Rajya Sabha MP R Krishnaiah on Thursday alleged that a two-year-old boy was killed by upper caste individuals during a temple fair in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district and demanded Rs 1 crore compensation and a government job for the bereaved family membe ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets Governor Gurmit Singh to discuss state development

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2026 10:21:00 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy visit to Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) at Lok Bhavan on Thursday. ... read..

JNUTA demands immediate release of detained students; strict action against alleged police brutality

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 10:20:54 PM IST

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers Association has demanded the immediate release of all university students detained following a protest march taken out to the Union Ministry of Education. The association has asked for strict action against the Del ... read..

Gujarat govt continues efforts to strengthen semiconductor sector and industrial ecosystem

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 9:50:58 PM IST

To increase facilities for national and multinational companies operating in the Sanand Industrial Estate, the auction process for hotel construction has been completed. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh meets CM Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 9:50:53 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh met Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad today.Rajya Sabha MP Anil Kumar Yadav also participated in this meeting held at the ICC in Hyderabad. https://x.com/revanth_anumula/status/20269872570 ... read..

Madras HC upholds life sentence conviction of 26 out of 27 accused in 2018 Sivaganga triple murder case

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 9:50:48 PM IST

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Thursday has upheld the life sentences awarded to 26 convicts in connection with the 2018 murder of three Scheduled Caste men at Kachanatham in C district. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel gives assistannce of Rs. 6.97 Crore to farmers associated with natural farmers

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 9:50:46 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel distributed assistance of Rs. 2,000 per acre for the Kharif season through DBT to 35,829 farmers from 33 districts who have newly joined natural farming in the state under the National Mission on Natural Farming. ... read..

Telangana: Two people arrested in two separate theft cases in Mangalagiri

Guntur (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 9:50:45 PM IST

Two people have been arrested in two separate theft cases under the limits of Mangalagiri Police Station in Telangana, police said on Thursday. ... read..

'Nothing will happen this time': West Bengal minister Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 9:50:36 PM IST

TMC leader Jay Prakash Majumdar flags concerns over ECI's move to deploy 480 CAPF companies in West Bengal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 9:50:33 PM IST

Trinamool Congress leader Jay Prakash Majumdar on Thursday questioned the decision of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to deploy 480 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in West Bengal ahead of the Assembly elections, saying the poll pane ... read..

PM Modi to lay foundation stone and inaugurate development projects worth Rs 16,686 crore in Ajmer on February 28

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | February 26, 2026 9:20:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan's Ajmer on February 28 (Saturday), where he will unveil various development projects worth Rs 16,686 crore from the Central and State governments. ... read..

West Bengal: Massive fire engulfs Excise Department Scrap Yard at Bandel Bazar

Hooghly (West Bengal) | February 26, 2026 9:20:54 PM IST

A massive fire broke out at the store yard of the Excise Department at Bandel Bazar, near Bandel Station, in Hooghly on Thursday. Firefighting operations are currently underway. No injuries or casualties reported. ... read..

Delhi: Food Safety Department launches campaign to curb adulteration ahead of Holi

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 9:20:52 PM IST

The Food Safety Department in Delhi has launched a special enforcement campaign ahead of the Holi festivities to curb adulteration of various foodstuffs and prevent consumption by the public. The department's focus is broad, spanning multiple categories i ... read..

BJP submits memorandum to HP governor over Youth Congress workers' detention row

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 9:20:50 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Leader of Opposition and former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur, on Thursday submitted a memorandum to Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Lok Bhawan, raising concerns over the alleged conduct of Himachal ... read..

SC sets final hearing in Sonam Wangchuk's wife's detention plea on March 10

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:50:41 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday scheduled the final hearing in the plea filed by Gitanjali J Angmos, wife of Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, challenging her husband's detention under the National Security Act (NSA), for March 10. ... read..

Delhi HC sets aside passport impounding order, reaffirms citizen's right to travel abroad

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:50:38 PM IST

In a significant judgment, the Delhi High Court on Thursday set aside an order issued by the Ministry of External Affairs impounding the passport of Yogesh Raheja, erstwhile Director of Raheja Developers. ... read..

Maharashtra DyCM Sunetra Pawar elected NCP chief

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2026 8:50:36 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar was elected as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) National President on Thursday, announced by party leader Praful Patel. ... read..

Pariej wetland emerges as Sarus crane conservation success in Gujarat

Kheda (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 8:21:39 PM IST

Pariej Wetland in Gujarat's Kheda district has emerged as a notable example of wetland conservation, supporting a growing population of the Sarus Crane, the world's tallest flying bird. ... read..

BJP cites Telangan Chief Secretary's report to allege financial mismanagement in state

Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 8:21:36 PM IST

BJP State Chief Spokesperson and Media In-Charge N.V. Subash has cited a report by Telangana's Chief Secretary K Ramakrishna Rao which hady raised alarm over the state's ballooning salary and pension burden, to allege a decade of fiscal mismanagement by s ... read..

Bhopal family's Goa trip for birthday turns tragic; elderly man killed, others injured following collision with overspeeding Thar, kin seek justice

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 8:21:34 PM IST

A family from Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal that had travelled to Goa to celebrate a birthday met with a tragic road accident, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old man and leaving his wife critically injured and some other family members also sustain ... read..

MDMK Chief Vaiko hails Nallakannu as model of honesty and social justice

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 8:21:32 PM IST

MDMK (Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) chief Vaiko has lauded late Communist leader Comrade Nallakannu as a "legend" of the communist movement and an "example of pure honesty, simplicity and humility". Vaiko highlighted Nallakannu's lifelong dedica ... read..

"BJP pushing divisive agendas:" Tejashwi Yadav on Amit Shah's statement on infiltration

Patna (Bihar) | February 26, 2026 8:21:30 PM IST

The Leader of the Opposition in Bihar and RJD chief Tejashwi Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP on Thursday. He alleged that whenever elections are around the corner, BJP leaders consistently resort to 'baseless' rhetoric and push 'divisive agendas' ... read..

Delhi Excise policy corruption case: Court to pronounce order on framing of charges in Delhi Excise policy case on February 27

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:21:27 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court is set to pronounce its order on the framing of charges in the Delhi Excise Policy corruption case on February 27. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM participates in bhoomi pujan of PHC upgradation, inaugurates multiple development projects

Tehri Garhwal (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2026 8:21:25 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended the inauguration and foundation-laying programme for several development projects along with the Bhoomi Pujan of the Primary Health Centre (PHC) upgradation in Tehri Garhwal on Thursday. ... read..

Congress leader K Muraleedharan calls attack on Health Minister Veena George a 'cooked-up story'

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 26, 2026 8:21:22 PM IST

Congress leader K Muraleedharan alleged that the alleged attack on Kerala Health Minister Veena George by Kerala Students Union (KSU) workers was a "cooked-up story," intensifying the political row surrounding the incident at Kannur Railway Station. ... read..

JK Police attach ?40 lakh movable property of habitual bovine smuggler in Udhampur district

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2026 8:21:20 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached a vehicle valued at ?40 lakh belonging to a habitual bovine smuggler on Thursday. The action was taken under Section 107(5) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), following orders issued by the Court of the Dis ... read..

Uttarakhand: Kumbh Mela Administration consults stakeholders for smooth execution

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2026 8:21:14 PM IST

To ensure the well-organised and successful conduct of the upcoming Kumbh Mela, Uttarakhand's fair administration is continuously holding consultations with various stakeholders associated with the event, including akharas, religious institutions, and sai ... read..

Delhi's Patiala House Court grants 3-day custody of five Indian Youth Congress workers

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:51:07 PM IST

Patiala House Court on Thursday granted 3 days' custody to five Indian Youth Congress workers arrested in connection with the AI Summit protest case. Delhi Police sought remand of the accused persons to investigate the case and ascertain their role in the ... read..

Indian Army to hold 10th Chiefs' Conclave with ex Indian, Nepal Army Chiefs on Friday

By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 8:50:48 PM IST

The Indian Army will hold the 10th Chiefs' Conclave on Friday, in which former Chiefs of Armies of India and Nepal will be briefed about the various operations and aspects of the force. ... read..

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launches Rail Tech Policy and e-RCT System

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:21:04 PM IST

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced the RailTech Policy and the complete digitisation of the Railway Claims Tribunal (RCT) as Reform Number Three and Reform Number Four under Indian Railways' flagship "52 Reforms in 52 Weeks ... read..

Punjab Govt orders transfer of two IFS officers with immediate effect on administrative grounds

Chandigarh | February 26, 2026 7:20:59 PM IST

The Punjab Government on Wednesday ordered the transfer and posting of two Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers with immediate effect on administrative grounds. ... read..

3,375 km water awareness walk spanning nine states highlights critical need for conservation

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 7:20:57 PM IST

A 3,375.35-kilometre walking yatra spanning nine states to educate the public on the importance of water, an essential natural resource, is nearing its completion after more than 100 days in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram. The initiative, started by social activ ... read..

Delhi Police detains Congress workers over protest against arrest of IYC Chief Uday Bhanu Chib

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:20:52 PM IST

Delhi Police detained Congress workers and leaders during their protest over the arrest of Indian Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib in connection with the "shirtless protest" at the AI india Impact Summit in the national capital. ... read..

Delhi HC declines plea over death of Ghaziabad woman during Nepal unrest

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:20:43 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to entertain a petition filed by a Ghaziabad-based businessman who alleged negligence on the part of the Central government, which subsequently led to the death of his wife in Kathmandu during last year's Gen-Z pro ... read..

We received MoUs worth Rs 90,000 cr in Japan, Rs 60,000 in Singapore: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Tokyo | February 26, 2026 7:20:40 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, highlighting key outcomes of his visit to four-day visit to Singapore and Japan said that he received Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth Rs 90,000 crore in Japan and Rs 60,000 crore in Singapore for the ... read..

ED places prosecution sanction order against P Chidambaram in Aircel Maxis Deal, INX Media case before court

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 7:20:38 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has placed a prosecution sanction received from the competent authority against former Union Finance Minister and senior Congress leader P Chidambaram in respect of the offence of money laundering in the Aircel Maxis and I ... read..

Madras HC seeks TN govt response on plea against Minister Mano Thangaraj over 'Epstein files' post

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 7:20:36 PM IST

Madras High Court on Wednesday sought a response from the State government on a petition filed by an advocate seeking action against Tamil Nadu's Minister for Milk and Dairy Development, Mano Thangaraj, over a social media post allegedly linking Prime Min ... read..

Political parties urge CEC Gyanesh Kumar to hold single-phase polls in Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 6:51:48 PM IST

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, on Thursday held meetings with recognised political parties in Chennai ahead of the upcoming elections in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Minister of State for Defence inaugurates Taram Chu Steel Bridge, restores vital North Sikkim connectivity

North Sikkim (Sikkim) | February 26, 2026 6:51:26 PM IST

Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Sanjay Seth on Thursday inaugurated the newly constructed Taram Chu Steel Bridge, restoring crucial connectivity along the Chungthang-Lachen Road in North Sikkim. ... read..

JNU students detained over protest demanding VC's resignation

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 6:51:15 PM IST

Student protestors of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) led by JNUSU (Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union) were on Thursday detained by Delhi Police after they took out a protest against Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit. ... read..

Maoist leader Sukru kills own commander who was looking to surrender: Odisha Police

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | February 26, 2026 6:51:08 PM IST

An internal conflict among the Maoists over the prospect of surrender has led to the killing of a platoon commander, Anwesh. ... read..

Gujarat allocates Rs 7,690 crore for Women and Child Welfare in budget

General News | February 26, 2026 6:51:06 PM IST

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], February 26: Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, an allocation of Rs 7,690 crore has been made for the Women and Child Welfare sector to further strengthen Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Suposhit ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu participates in Bhoomi Pujan ceremony of Shri Jagannath temple in Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur (Bihar) | February 26, 2026 6:51:04 PM IST

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Thursday participated in the Bhoomi Pujan ceremony of Shri Jagannath Temple at Jamshedpur, organised by the Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust. ... read..

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Budget Session to commence from March 6

Chandigarh | February 26, 2026 6:51:02 PM IST

The Punjab Vidhan Sabha Secretariat on Thursday issued a notification summoning the Sixteenth Vidhan Sabha of the State of Punjab to meet for its Twelfth Budget Session on March 6. ... read..

"Operation Sindoor brought Pakistan to knees in 4 days": Lt General Rajesh Pushkar

Bikaner (Rajasthan) | February 26, 2026 6:21:00 PM IST

Operation Sindoor delivered a strong message to Pakistan within days, Lieutenant General Rajesh Pushkar, GOC of Kharga Corps (two Corps), said, asserting that the Operation is "still ongoing." ... read..

CBI searches Office, Residence of Anil Ambani in Reliance Communications Ltd case

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 6:20:55 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has conducted searches at the residence of Anil Ambani, the Promoter and erstwhile Chairman of Reliance Communications (RCoM), and the registered offices of Reliance Communications Ltd. ... read..

Supreme Court to constitute expert panel to define Aravalli region

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 6:20:54 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday scheduled the next hearing in the Aravalli hills definition case to constitute an expert panel tasked with examining the boundaries of the Aravalli region and associated concerns. ... read..

Centre fortifies Bihar's Nepal border with two new Border Out Posts, 'Leti, 'Indarwa' to curb infiltration in Seemanchal

By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 6:20:50 PM IST

With Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurating the Border Out Posts (BOPs) at Leti and Indarwa in Kishanganj district of Bihar, India aimed to put hold on "illegal infiltration" in Seemanchal region of the sate-- marking a significant step in ... read..

Kerala Health Minister Veena George to remain in ICU at Kannur Medical College; Board says surgery not required now

Kannur (Kerala) | February 26, 2026 6:20:47 PM IST

The medical board reviewing the health condition of Kerala Health Minister Veena George has decided to continue her treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Kannur Government Medical College Hospital, stating that there is no need for emergency s ... read..

"You lost everything but your courage, pride shone through": Priyanka Gandhi after laying foundation stone for Wayanad landslide victims

Wayanad (Kerala) | February 26, 2026 5:51:19 PM IST

Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with her brother, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi on Thursday laid the foundation stone for houses set to be constructed by the Congress party for victims of the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide in Wayan ... read..

Advocates back SC's show cause notice to NCERT over 'corruption in judiciary' textbook row

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 5:51:16 PM IST

The members of the National Bar Council on Thursday expressed strong support to the Supreme Court after it issued a show cause notices to senior officials of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and Education Ministry over the ... read..

"We're going stand with you whenever you need": Rahul Gandhi assures support for Wayanad landslide victims

Wayanad (Kerala) | February 26, 2026 5:51:01 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday assured complete support to people as he laid the foundation stone of the new houses to be built by the Congress for the survivors of the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide in Wayanad. ... read..

Telangana: Warangal District Court receives bomb threat via Email; investigation underway

Warangal (Telangana) | February 26, 2026 5:21:08 PM IST

Warangal District Court received a bomb threat through an email on Thursday, prompting the police to mobilise bomb squad teams to thoroughly check the court premises, said a Telangana police official. However, officials found nothing suspicious, and are i ... read..

2 bike-borne assailants open fire at house in Delhi's Farsh Bazaar, probe on

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 5:21:06 PM IST

Two bike-borne assailants opened fire indiscriminately at a residence late at night on Wednesday in the Tejab Mill area of Delhi's Farsh Bazaar, police officials said. ... read..

Himachal Health Minister urges professional conduct after Shimla standoff between Delhi and Himachal Police

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 26, 2026 5:21:04 PM IST

Colonel Dhani Ram Shandil (Retd), Health Minister of Himachal Pradesh, on Thursday stressed the need for professionalism and adherence to legal procedures following the high-voltage late-night standoff between teams of Delhi Police and Himachal Pradesh Po ... read..

Gujarat Budget: Rs 100 crore allocated to develop pilgrimage areas into green and power-safe zones

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 5:21:01 PM IST

The Gujarat government on Thursday announced the provision of Rs 100 crore to develop the state's pilgrimage areas into green and power-safe zones ... read..

AI Summit protest: Delhi police brings three IYC workers to Crime Branch after medical checkup in Ambala

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 5:20:54 PM IST

Delhi Police on Thursday brought back three accused in the 'shirtless protest' at Bharat Mandapam. The accused, members of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC), were arrested in Himachal Pradesh earlier in connection with the protest at the AI Impact Summit. ... read..

JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra chairs high-level leadership meet in Jammu

Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) | February 26, 2026 4:51:08 PM IST

An important meeting of the top leadership of the Jammu and Kashmir Congress was held in Jammu on Thursday, bringing together MLAs, former ministers, legislators, party's senior functionaries, district presidents and frontal wing leaders. ... read..

Congress MLA Aslam Shaikh seeks MCOCA action, property seizure to curb Maharashtra drug menace

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2026 4:50:52 PM IST

Congress MLA Aslam Shaikh on Thursday urged strict action against drug peddlers in Maharashtra, calling for the invocation of stringent provisions under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) and seizure of assets of those involved in the ... read..

Tripura: Chief Minister Manik Saha to launch State Innovative Mission at the International Exhibition Centre in Agartala

Agartala (Tripura) | February 26, 2026 4:50:51 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday launched the State Innovative Mission at the International Exhibition Centre and inaugurated the T-Nest (Tripura: Nurturing and Entrepreneurship Startup), in Agartala. ... read..

Gujarat Budget: ?500 Crore allocated to 'Wire-Free City Mission' for underground cabling in state

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | February 26, 2026 4:21:06 PM IST

The Gujarat Government on Thursday announced a new provision of ?500 crore to convert overhead power networks into underground cable networks in Municipal Corporations and Municipalities under the "Gujarat Wire Free City Mission". ... read..

India-Norway partnership highlights science-based legal approach to curb plastic pollution

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 4:21:04 PM IST

A thematic session at the 25th World Sustainable Development Summit underscored the growing importance of scientific research and international cooperation in strengthening laws and policies to address plastic and chemical pollution. ... read..

Administrators' Mega Conference in Trichy: "Let Stalin continue, let Tamil Nadu win", says DMK Principal Secretary KN Nehru

Trichy (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2026 4:20:51 PM IST

A massive Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) administrators' conference is set to be held in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli on March 9, with party leaders calling upon 10 lakh functionaries to participate in what is being described as a turning point ahead of ... read..

"Centre providing slow funding": Priyanka Gandhi on Wayanad landslide relief

Wayanad (Kerala) | February 26, 2026 3:51:03 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday criticised the Kerala government for "dragging their feet" on the rehabilitation of July 2024 Wayanad landslide victims, and claimed that the central government provides slow funding, which led to delays in th ... read..

Moga set to host mega rally by Union Minister Amit Shah on March 14

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 3:50:52 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address a mega public rally in Punjab's Moga on March 14, in what is being seen as a significant political development ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. ... read..

ED attaches properties worth Rs 7.17 crore in money laundering case linked to narcotics trafficking

New Delhi | February 26, 2026 3:21:26 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate attached immovable properties valued at Rs 7.17 crore in a case of money laundering arising out of narcotics trafficking offences under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act). ... read..

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