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IIT Kanpur student dies by suicide after argument with fiance
A 28-year-old junior technician at IIT-Kanpur, Anju Kumari, tragically ended her life following an alleged argument with her fiancé.
Himachal Pradesh: 4 family members killed in accident
Four individuals, including a mother and son, were killed when their car fell into a gorge in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh. One person was seriously injured.
Can't force employee to stay after they resign: Kerala HC
The Kerala High Court has ruled that refusing to accept an employee's resignation, barring any contract violations, equates to bonded labour.
Delhi: YouTuber alleges rape threats, molestation during student protests
Ruchi Tiwari, a female YouTuber, alleges she was assaulted and threatened by a mob of approximately 500 people during a protest at Delhi University's North Campus.
TMC worker goes missing, found dead after locals block road
The body parts of missing Trinamool Congress worker, Naseer Ali, were found in multiple canals in Baduria. Police suspect an illicit affair may have led to his murder.
India to restart Chenab, Jhelum projects halted due to treaty
India is set to restart construction on the Wular barrage, a project stalled due to the now-suspended Indus Waters Treaty.
Father hangs self after sexually assaulting daughter, both die
A six-year-old girl found dead alongside her father in Kochi was sexually abused and poisoned, according to the postmortem report.
Jaipur: 5 from Jabalpur die in car-truck collision
Five people from Jabalpur were killed in a car accident on the Kota-Jaipur National Highway-52 after the driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel.
'Vande Mataram' to be played at all official events
The Indian government's directive to sing all six stanzas of the National Song, Vande Mataram, at official functions has sparked objections from Muslim organisations.
Daughter, husband smothered mother to death for this reason
A Bengaluru woman and her husband allegedly smothered her mother to death, faking it as a heart attack, to seize Rs 40 lakh from her account.
Bengaluru lawyer assaulted after asking man not to urinate
A Bengaluru advocate was allegedly assaulted after objecting to a man urinating publicly on Church Street, leading to an ongoing police investigation.
Andhra Pradesh's ₹53,752cr agriculture budget for 2026-27
Andhra Pradesh's Agriculture Minister has proposed a ₹53,752 crore budget for the agricultural and allied sectors for 2026-27.
SC to hear petitions against Sarma over viral video
The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions on February 16 against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding a controversial 'shooting' video.
Ramadan 2026: Expected dates, significance, and more
Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on February 19, with sehri and iftar timings varying across India, US, UK, and Saudi Arabia. The holy month concludes around March 19.
'Black Venom': Account shared K-Pop content, targeted teens
The death of a 16-year-old girl in Chottanikkara has prompted a police investigation into a suspected online network targeting teenagers.
Mumbai: Slab from under-construction metro bridge falls on road, 1 dead
A fatal accident occurred in Mumbai's Mulund area when a slab from an under-construction metro rail line collapsed onto vehicles, resulting in one death and three injuries.
Nine arrested in Delhi Police's anti-narcotics drug bust
Delhi Police's Anti-Narcotics Task Force has busted a major drug racket in Bihar's Gaya district, seizing 27 kg of Paracetamol and over 40,000 fake antibiotic pills.
PM Modi inaugurates Northeast's 1st emergency landing facility in Dibrugarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first emergency landing facility (ELF) in Assam, emphasizing its strategic importance for defence and disaster response.
BNP may invite PM Modi to Rahman's swearing-in: Report
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is reportedly planning to invite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the swearing-in ceremony of its leader, Tarique Rahman.
Paper slip bomb threat found in Kolkata-Shillong IndiGo flight lavatory
A bomb scare was reported on an IndiGo flight at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Saturday.
Mother, 2 kids die by suicide in Hyderabad
A successful IT professional, Vijaya Reddy, tragically ended her life along with her two teenage children due to severe depression, work stress and fear for their future.
Union Cabinet clears ₹18,662cr underwater tunnel in Assam
India's first underwater twin-tube road-cum-rail tunnel, set to enhance Northeast connectivity, will reduce travel time and boost regional tourism.
Mumbai: Under-construction metro pillar collapses, 1 dead, 4 injured
A section of an under-construction metro pillar in Mumbai's Mulund collapsed on Saturday, injuring four people.
West Bengal: Election official kills extramarital partner's husband, arrested
A booth-level officer (BLO), Rizwan Hasan Mondal, and his accomplice have been arrested in West Bengal for allegedly murdering a man over an extramarital affair.
PM Modi okays ₹18,509cr railway upgrade projects
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has sanctioned three railway projects worth ₹18,509 crore. This will enhance connectivity across 12 districts in four states.
Indian Railways's safety budget nearly tripled between 2013-14 and 2025-26
Indian Railways' safety expenditure has tripled to Rs 1.17 lakh crore in FY26, with the expansion of the indigenous train protection system Kavach and increased CCTV surveillance.
Modi invests ₹5,450cr in Assam's infrastructure, opens new bridge
PM Modi inaugurated infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,450 crore in Assam, including IIM Guwahati and Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu.
CoBRA commandos, driver killed in highway accident
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and a civilian were killed in a car crash involving a stationary truck in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari district.
Budget 2026-27: India allocates ₹5,685.56 crore for foreign aid
India's 2026-27 budget reveals a significant cut in aid to Bangladesh and zero funding for Chabahar, while Bhutan receives over 40% of total international aid.
'Black Venom' account linked to dead teen; students on secret IG
The mysterious death of a 16-year-old girl in Kerala has led investigators to scrutinize a shadowy Instagram account named 'Black Venom', suspected of targeting minors.
C-130J with PM Modi makes historic landing on Assam highway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's aircraft has made a historic landing at the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Moran, Assam, on Saturday morning.
'Bunty-Babli tod denge...': Why lathi-wielding goons are threatening Valentine's Day
Kranti Sena in Muzaffarnagar performed a 'lathi poojan' to protest against Valentine's Day, threatening action against public celebrations.
India's 1st bullet train to run by 2027
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train's progress and a potential 73-minute Bengaluru-Chennai corridor at GBS 2026.
PM Modi inaugurates Northeast's 1st emergency landing runway in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, a strategic move in response to China's growing infrastructure along the border.
Andhra CM Naidu proposes AI doctors for all residents
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, has proposed a model of providing an AI-powered personal doctor to every individual in the state, sparking a debate.
Delhi Metro's Udyog Bhawan station renamed 'Seva Teerth'
Udyog Bhawan Metro Station in Delhi has been renamed Seva Teerth following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rebranding of the Prime Minister's Office.
Rajasthan: Constable killed by truck while collecting evidence
A constable was killed in Pali, Rajasthan when a speeding truck collided with a Forensic Science Laboratory van late Saturday night.
Pakistan-based terror groups training women as suicide bombers: Report
Intelligence inputs reveal that Pakistan-based terror outfits Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba are structuring female networks to train and deploy female suicide bombers.
Manipur ends 5-day internet blackout in some areas
Manipur's home department has reinstated mobile internet data services in three districts, following a review of the state's law and order situation.
PM Modi inaugurates Northeast's 1st emergency landing facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Moran, Assam, enhancing strategic preparedness and emergency response times.
Vijayan seeks central support for ₹1.92 lakh cr rapid transit
Kerala's Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, has requested the central government's support for a Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) to improve the state's sustainable mobility.
BSF, J&K Police seize heroin dropped by Pakistani drone
A joint operation by the Border Security Force and police intercepted a drone-dropping of over 4 kg of heroin, worth ₹20 crore, along the International Border in Jammu.
Maharashtra: Patil's son caught pressing EVM button inside polling booth
The Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) has suspended a polling officer and a police constable for allowing a minor to enter and allegedly vote in a polling booth.
PM Modi opens Northeast's 1st emergency landing strip in Dibrugarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a day-long visit to Assam, inaugurating an emergency landing facility and launching projects worth over Rs 5,500 crore.
Central government employees, pensioners targeted in new cyber scam
A major cyber scam targets Central government employees and pensioners, exploiting the upcoming 8th Pay Commission through a deceptive WhatsApp-based 'Salary Calculator' scam.
Delhi's air quality slides down to 'moderate' at 197
Delhi's air quality deteriorated slightly on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 197 at 8:30am. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), this falls in the "moderate" category.
Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' levels
Delhi's air quality slipped to a 'moderate' level with an AQI of 197, while Anand Vihar and RK Puram recorded 'poor' AQI levels.
Bomb scare on IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Shillong
A handwritten bomb threat note was discovered on an IndiGo flight at Kolkata airport, leading to passenger evacuation and significant delays.
Ambanis, Tendulkar attend Vikram Salgaocar's wedding; Kokilaben recalls in memoir
Vikram Salgaocar, the eldest grandchild of Dhirubhai Ambani, recently tied the knot in a ceremony that captivated national attention.
Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' levels again
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) has slipped into the "poor" category at 211. Forecasts predict a continued poor AQI for the next six days.
Noida cops bust betting racket with links to bomb threats
Noida Police have arrested six members of an online betting fraud gang, with a seized phone revealing threatening emails sent to Delhi schools.
Man kills son to take revenge on wife in UP
A 30-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly killing his seven-month-old son due to suspicions over the child's paternity.
Government mulls 20-year cooling-off period for ex-officials before publishing books
The Indian government is contemplating a 20-year cooling-off period for former senior officials, including military officers, before they can publish books after retirement.
CBSE's big change: Class 12 board exams to be digitized
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will introduce digital 'On-Screen Marking' for Class 12 exams from 2026.
Bengaluru's meat shops, slaughterhouses to remain closed on Mahashivratri
In observance of Mahashivratri on February 15, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has enforced a city-wide ban on meat sales and animal slaughter.
3 youths killed, 1 critically injured in motorcycle collision
Three individuals died and one was critically injured following a head-on collision between two motorcycles in Rajasthan's Pali district.
Ahmedabad girl dies after trying to call off engagement
A 17-year-old girl was brutally murdered in Ahmedabad by her boyfriend, who subsequently informed both their fathers about the crime, leading to his arrest.
CBSE's latest advisory for Class 10, 12 board exams
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an advisory for the board exams starting February 17, 2026.
Fuel prices in India remain unchanged: Check today's rates
Petrol and diesel prices for various Indian cities on February 14, 2026 have been updated by OMCs. The daily revision reflects global crude oil and currency fluctuations.
Bank holiday today: Check if your nearest branch is open
Banks across India, including SBI, PNB, ICICI Bank, HDFC bank and other private and public lenders are closed today, Saturday 14th February due to the second Saturday bank holiday.
Bill Gates to visit Mumbai for malaria vaccination review
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to visit Mumbai on February 16, signing a MoU with the state government and reviewing the city's malaria eradication programme.
No salary for employees with unpaid water bills in Jammu
Jammu administration has mandated its employees to settle their outstanding water bills before receiving their salaries for February and March.
PM Modi shifts office from iconic South Block to Noida
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Seva Teerth, the new home for the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), while the historic South Block prepares to become a world-class museum.
News portal owner absconding in Mahua-PR case arrested
Krishnanagar police have declared the circulated screenshots of a supposed chat involving TMC MP Mahua Moitra as fake, following a digital forensic examination.
Ajit Pawar's crash prompts DGCA to tighten VIP flight rules
Following the fatal Baramati crash, the Indian government has begun reviewing guidelines for VIP flights to identify potential safety gaps.
Teacher suspended after cook seen diluting kids' milk
In a shocking incident, 50 students at a government primary school in Mahoba were served milk diluted with water, violating the mid-day meal scheme norms.
Teacher-student sexual assault: Doctor can't escape POCSO charges
A special court has rejected a discharge application from a West Bengal doctor accused of aiding in a student's sexual assault by his teacher.
Indian Railways to float ₹18,000cr tender for renewable energy
The Indian Railways is set to invite bids for 3GW renewable energy projects worth ₹18,000 crore, aiming to become a net zero carbon emitter by 2030.
Baramati crash site becomes a spot for Pawar tributes
Two weeks after Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's fatal plane crash, the site has become an unexpected landmark, attracting visitors from far and wide.
Sandeep Chakravorty likely to be new India envoy to Bangladesh
Senior Indian diplomat and current ambassador to Indonesia, Sandeep Chakravorty, is expected to be appointed as the next high commissioner to Bangladesh.
MCD to remove stray cattle from AI summit venues
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) plans to remove stray cattle from various locations ahead of the upcoming AI Summit. The operation will continue until February 20th.
Delhi's air quality to dip over weekend; IMD predicts relief
Delhi's air quality has worsened to a 'moderate' level with predictions of it dropping to 'poor' by Sunday. Concurrently, the city's minimum temperature is forecasted to rise.
Indian woman finally back with Pakistani husband after weeks
Sarabjit Kaur, a woman from Kapurthala, Punjab, has been released from a shelter home in Lahore and reunited with her Pakistani husband.
Hampi Utsav 2026 begins with minor fire, Siddaramaiah makes announcement
A fire broke out during the Hampi Festival inauguration attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, but was swiftly controlled with no injuries reported.
Light rain, fog likely in Tamil Nadu: Check details
The Regional Meteorological Centre anticipates a rare low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, potentially causing light showers in Tamil Nadu by February 18.
Punjab's ₹144cr Guru Ravidas memorial kickstarts year-long celebration
The Punjab government has outlined a year-long plan to commemorate the 650th 'Parkash Purb' of Guru Ravidas, aiming to spread his teachings globally.
Finland's PM to attend AI Impact Summit in India
Finland's Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is set to visit India from February 17 to 20, attending the AI Impact Summit and meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India's 1st global AI summit kicks off next week
An India-France Business Dialogue in London has set the stage for the upcoming AI Impact Summit, a first-of-its-kind international artificial intelligence gathering, in New Delhi.
PM Modi inaugurates new PMO office, says 'no colonial mindset'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new 'PMO Seva Teerth', emphasizing its representation of liberation from colonial mindset and dedication to public service.
PM Modi phones Tarique Rahman after BNP's landslide election win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman on his party's victory in the recent Bangladesh elections.
'Nehru recognized Tibet as part of China in 1954': CDS
India's Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, has said that India recognized Tibet as a part of China in 1954.
Hindu activists vandalize Indore college hosting pre-Valentine's Day event
A group of Hindu activists vandalized the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies in Indore on February 13, 2026.
Former Mukhtar Ansari gang member shot dead in UP
A former shooter of the Mukhtar Ansari gang was gunned down in Barabanki district, Uttar Pradesh.
MoRTH revises toll charges on partially operational national expressways
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has revised toll charges on partially operational National Expressways across India.
Lucknow student returning from farewell mows down bystanders; 6-year-old dies
A Class 12 student in Lucknow, Gaurav Singh, allegedly lost control of his speeding car on Thursday evening, hitting a group of pedestrians and parked vehicles, according to NDTV.
'Will take appropriate action': MEA on Trump video mocking Modi
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has responded to a resurfaced video of United States President Donald Trump.
Delhi: 3 schools receive bomb threats, second incident within week
Three schools in Delhi received bomb threats on Friday morning, leading to the evacuation of students and staff, Hindustan Times reported.
Bhopal minor gang-raped in 4 cars; filmed, blackmailed
A horrific incident of gang rape has come to light in Bhopal, where a minor studying in class 11 was raped inside four different vehicles, according to a report by India Today.
India rises 10 spots to 75th in passport power rankings
India's passport has climbed to the 75th position in the Henley Passport Index, up from last year's 85th position.
Delhi's temperature drops to 9.8°C; AQI rises to 188
Delhi's air quality and temperature underwent minor changes on Friday.
Defense panel clears ₹10,000cr deal for 288 S-400 missile systems
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has formalized Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the purchase of 288 S-400 surface-to-air missiles from Russia.
India to get 'zero tariff' US textile deal: Piyush Goyal
India is set to get textile-related trade benefits from the United States, similar to those given to Bangladesh.
Karnataka: 7 die in multi-vehicle pile-up near Hoskote
A devastating road accident near M Satyavara village in Hoskote taluk, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, claimed seven lives on Friday morning.
Which central government offices will Seva Teerth, Kartavya Bhavan accommodate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new administrative building complexes, Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan-1 and 2, on Friday.
'Amendments reflect shared understanding...': MEA on US trade factsheet changes
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday clarified that recent changes in a White House fact sheet on the interim India-US trade framework do not alter the fundamental understanding between the two nations.
Lamborghini case: Kanpur tycoon's son released just hours after arrest
Shivam Mishra, the son of Kanpur tobacco magnate KK Mishra, has been granted bail by a Kanpur court.
Veteran Doordarshan anchor Sarla Maheshwari passes away
Sarla Maheshwari, a veteran news anchor of Doordarshan, has passed away at the age of 71.
UN report links Pakistan-based JeM to Red Fort attack
A United Nations sanctions monitoring report has linked the Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) to a deadly attack near Delhi's Red Fort last year.
Air India crash 'intentional act,' not technical defect: Report
Investigators probing the Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad have reportedly concluded that the incident was an "intentional act" and not a technical defect.
Tobacco tycoon's son arrested days after Lamborghini crashed into crowd
Shivam Mishra, the son of Kanpur tobacco businessman KK Mishra, has been arrested after his Lamborghini crashed into pedestrians last week, injuring six people in the city's upscale Gwaltoli area.
Bharat Bandh today: Check which services face disruption
India is gearing up for a nationwide strike today, led by various central trade unions and farmers' organizations.
Mumbai's new musical road sings 'Jai Ho' when you pass
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has inaugurated India's first "musical road" on the Mumbai Coastal Road.
120 students hospitalized in UP after National Deworming Day drive
Over 120 students were hospitalized in Uttar Pradesh's Farrukhabad and Mainpuri districts after a deworming drive on February 10.
3 fall prey to tantrik's 'dhanvarsha' promise; consume poisoned laddoos
Three people were found dead inside a parked car near the Peeragarhi flyover in northwest Delhi on Sunday.
US removes map showing PoK as part of India
The United States Trade Representative's (USTR) office has removed a map that showed Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Aksai Chin as part of India.
15 cholera cases force survey of 2,700 homes in Gujarat
An outbreak of cholera has been confirmed in Jamnagar city, Gujarat, with 15 cases reported and 31 people hospitalized.
Delhi Police issues notice to Penguin amid Naravane memoir row
The Delhi Police Special Cell has issued a notice to Penguin India amid a row surrounding the unpublished memoir of former Army Chief General MM Naravane.
10 schools in Chandigarh, Mohali receive bomb threats
Ten schools in Chandigarh and Mohali received bomb threats on Tuesday, forcing authorities to suspend classes as a precautionary measure.
Delhi laborer dies after falling into open 14-foot-deep manhole
A 30-year-old daily wage laborer, Birju Kumar, died after falling into an open manhole in Rohini's Sector 32, Delhi, on Tuesday, days after a 25-year-old man died after falling into a pit in Janakpuri.
'Vande Mataram' now mandatory at all government events, schools
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released new guidelines for the observance of India's National Song, Vande Mataram.
IRCTC launches resume/retry booking feature: How it helps you?
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched a new feature on its iPAY app to tackle failed transactions.
Former Army chief General Naravane breaks silence surrounding memoir
Former Indian Army chief General MM Naravane has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding his unpublished memoir, Four Stars of Destiny.
'Lamborghini had issues': Tycoon defends son after crash injured 6
Kanpur tobacco tycoon KK Mishra has claimed that his son, Shivam, was not behind the wheel when the Lamborghini crashed in Kanpur, leaving six injured and sparking a police investigation.
Corruption Perceptions Index 2025: India ranks 91st among 182 countries
India has been ranked 91st out of 182 countries and territories in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025.
Hansraj principal decks up college for son's wedding; students protest
Hansraj College in Delhi has been transformed into a wedding venue for the son of Principal Rama Sharma.