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Karnataka: Godman booked under POCSO after touching minor in video
A self-proclaimed godman in Karnataka's Yadgir district has been charged under the Pocso Act following a viral video allegedly showing him behaving inappropriately with a minor.
Video of Army officer arguing over toll fee goes viral
A viral video of an Indian Army officer refusing to pay at a Gadha Toll Plaza in Madhya Pradesh has ignited discussions on toll exemption rules for military personnel.
PM Modi's Israel visit: India-Israel Innovation Bridge gets spotlight
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to an innovation exhibition in Israel, urged Israeli tech companies to invest and partner with Indian youth.
SC bans textbook with chapter on judges' complaints
The Supreme Court of India has banned a Class 8 Social Science textbook by NCERT due to controversial content, prompting scrutiny of the council's publishing process.
Year ender 2025: Security forces neutralized 31 terrorists in J&K
In a significant crackdown, 31 terrorists, including 24 foreign nationals, were eliminated in Jammu and Kashmir in 2025.
Bihar: 38 kids feel unwell after taking anti-filaria pills
Several students in a Patna primary school fell ill after receiving medication during a filariasis elimination campaign, causing widespread panic.
INS Vikrant hosts MILAN 2026's closing ceremony
The Indian Navy's week-long maritime exercise, Milan, concluded recently with the participation of 42 warships, submarines and 29 military aircraft.
Son kills father for pressuring him to study NEET: Report
A dispute over stolen money for a liquor license renewal led to Akshat Pratap Singh murdering his father, Manvendra Singh, in Lucknow.
'Chinese degree': Galgotias alumni embarrassed over fake robot dog display
Following a controversy at the recent AI summit, Galgotias University alumni are contemplating removing their alma mater's name from their resumes due to embarrassment.
CBSE introduces re-evaluation process for Class 10, 12 marks
CBSE Examination Controller, Sanyam Bhardwaj, outlines the reassessment process for students dissatisfied with their board exam results.
Adityanath exchanges namaste, chocolate with Japanese boy on diplomatic trip
During his official visit to Japan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was warmly greeted by an Indian-origin child who touched his feet and recited shlokas.
Landlord changes notice period in renewed rent agreement: Tenant's catch
A Bengaluru tenant has exposed their landlord's covert attempt to increase the notice period from one month to two without prior notification.
Deepfakes, fake news direct attack on democracy: Union minister
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warns that deepfakes and disinformation campaigns are threatening the core tenet of societal trust globally.
Hyderabad YouTuber texts Kuwait-based mother, 'love you'; then kills self
A 21-year-old part-time YouTuber, Bonu Komali, was found dead in her Hyderabad apartment on Monday.
Rajasthan girl dies of cardiac arrest while playing
A nine-year-old girl, Divya, tragically died from a sudden heart attack while playing at her school in Rajasthan's Gotan. This incident has left the local community deeply shocked.
Son kills father over NEET prep argument, dismembers body
A 19-year-old in Lucknow allegedly shot his father dead following a heated argument, reportedly triggered by academic pressure and family discord.
Madhya Pradesh: Girl (17) gives birth in school during exam
A Class 10 student unexpectedly gave birth to a baby boy while taking her board exam in a private school in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district.
Telangana's salary, pension bill quadruples since state formation
Telangana's monthly salary and pension bill has quadrupled in a decade, with some sweepers earning up to Rs 2 lakh and drivers over Rs 1 lakh.
UGC warns of fake universities in India: Check full list
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has declared Bengaluru's Global Human Peace University as fake, along with 31 other institutions across India.
Bijapur: 2 Naxals killed in encounter with security forces
Two Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, marking another significant operation against Left-Wing Extremism.
Delhi's weather to turn unusually hot next week
On February 26, Delhi experienced a minimum temperature of 12.6°C, slightly above the season's average, and poor air quality with an AQI of 201.
NCERT 'trying' to retrieve sold copies of withdrawn Class-8 textbook
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is working to get back 38 copies of a withdrawn Class 8 Social Science Part 2 textbook, ANI reported, citing sources.
Cops v/s cops in Shimla over Congress youth leaders' arrest
A dramatic confrontation unfolded in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, on Wednesday night as Delhi Police and Himachal Pradesh Police clashed over the arrest of three Youth Congress workers.
Maoist leader kills comrade to send warning against surrenders: Cops
A wanted Maoist leader, Sukru, allegedly killed his commander Anwesh, who planned to surrender to Odisha Police, exposing internal conflicts within the group.
5 dead, 15 hospitalized after drinking contaminated milk in AP
A suspected milk contamination in Andhra Pradesh led to four deaths and multiple hospitalisations due to anuria, a severe kidney dysfunction symptom.
SC hearings, Modi's Israel visit, US-Iran talks: News in focus
PM Modi continues his Israel visit, US-Iran talks resume in Geneva, and the Supreme Court of India prepares for significant hearings today.
India's 1st digital census in 2027: Budget, phases, tech upgrades
The Census 2027 in India will be a fully digital exercise, utilizing the Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) for data collection and management.
IMD predicts rise in temperatures across northwest India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates a mix of dense fog, rainfall, and rising temperatures across different regions of the country.
Fuel prices in India today: Check rates here
Petrol and diesel prices across various Indian cities on February 26, 2026 have been announced, reflecting global crude oil market fluctuations.
Delhi weather: Minimum temperature recorded at 14degC, humidity drops
Delhi began the day at a mild 14 degrees Celsius, set to rise to 31 by afternoon. The week ahead promises the year's hottest temperatures, even as air quality deteriorates.
Jaipur: 2 men attacked with swords, sticks in broad daylight
CCTV footage captured a shocking daylight attack by six individuals on two youths in Jaipur, resulting in one victim hospitalised.
Delhi to get 500 mini electric busses
The Delhi government has ordered 500 compact electric buses to enhance last-mile connectivity and reduce emissions in the city.
PM Modi becomes 1st world leader with 100 million Instagram followers
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi becomes the first serving world leader to amass over 100 million followers on Instagram, outpacing global counterparts including Donald Trump.
Pre-wedding video featuring cops goes viral, inquiry underway
A viral video featuring police personnel in AAP leader Manik Mehta's pre-wedding shoot has sparked controversy, leading to departmental proceedings against the involved officers.
Pune man fakes kidnapping to get ₹2 lakh ransom
A 21-year-old security guard in Pune was arrested for allegedly faking his own kidnapping and demanding a ransom from his family.
PM Modi honored with 'Speaker of the Knesset Medal'
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shared a car ride to a technology exhibition, emphasizing their close diplomatic ties.
CBI arrests 3 men in ₹1.86cr 'digital arrest' fraud
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested three individuals linked to a ₹1.86 crore 'digital arrest' fraud case, following searches across six Indian states.
Madras HC quashes case against MP over '1 wife' remark
The Madras High Court ruled that a Rajya Sabha member's criticism of government freebies, including a hypothetical 'wife for everyone', is not misogynistic.
India stands with Israel, PM Modi tells Knesset
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his historic address at the Israeli Parliament, assured that Jewish communities live without fear of persecution or discrimination in India.
BMC budget 2026-27: Funding for climate action doubles
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has allocated less than 1% of its annual budget to the environment and climate change department for the fiscal year 2026-27.
Cannabis research: India to start human trials for medicinal marijuana
India is set to launch its first cannabis-based medicinal project in Jammu, according to Union Minister Jitendra Singh.
Dog seen with gangrene patient's limb inside Shimla hospital campus
A stray dog was spotted carrying an amputated human limb near the recently operational Atal Institute of Medical Super Speciality (AIMSS) in Shimla.
NCERT to remove 'judicial corruption' references from textbooks after backlash
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will reportedly undergo a revision of its Class VIII textbooks after a section referencing "corruption at various levels of the judiciary" triggered a controversy.
Man named in Thar crash; locals say woman was driving
A 19-year-old man from Delhi, Shaurya Goyal, has been named in a road rage case in Goa.
Video: Bihar bride shot by neighbor during her wedding
An 18-year-old bride was critically injured after being shot during her wedding ceremony in Chausa, Buxar district of Bihar.
BSNL director faces action for 'underwear, toiletry' demand
The central government has launched disciplinary proceedings against Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Director Vivek Banzal over a controversial protocol for his proposed visit to Prayagraj.
Delhi couple who racially abused 3 Arunachali women arrested
The Delhi Police has arrested Harsh Jain and his wife, Ruby, in connection with the racial abuse toward three women from Arunachal Pradesh in Delhi's Malviya Nagar.
Assam woman dragged out of car, gang-raped by 7 men
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by a group of seven men in Silchar, Assam, on February 19.
'We are perturbed': SC on NCERT's 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has raised serious objections to a chapter in the new National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 textbook.
Gunmen fire at car carrying gangster Bishnoi's lawyer
Unidentified men opened fire at a car that was carrying five people on Tuesday night near the Kashmere Gate area in Delhi.
Rain, hail, strong winds to batter 7 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of severe weather conditions in seven states over the next 24 hours.
Modi departs for Israel, to address Knesset later today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday morning left for Israel for a two-day state visit. This is his second visit to the country.
Promised job, raped, forced to convert: Bhopal sisters' sex-racket busted
The police have busted a sex and religious conversion racket allegedly run by two sisters, Afreen and Amreen, in Bhopal.
Over 93,000 adult women went missing in Maharashtra in 2yrs
In Maharashtra, over 93,000 adult women went missing in the past two years.
Video: Men chase, shoot Noida youth as children play nearby
In a shocking incident, a young man was shot dead in broad daylight outside his house in Greater Noida.
NCERT revises textbook: New perspectives explored on India's partition, freedom
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a revised version of its Class 8 Social Science textbook.
Bomb scare forces evacuation of 6 Bengal district courts
A bomb scare forced the evacuation and search of six district courts in West Bengal on Tuesday. The threat was triggered by emails claiming bombs were planted inside the premises.
Kerala to become 'Keralam' as Union Cabinet approves name change
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal to change the name of the state of Kerala to 'Keralam.'
Haryana recovers ₹578cr from IDFC First Bank fraud case
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced that ₹578 crore has been recovered from IDFC First Bank within 24 hours. The amount includes the principal sum of ₹556 crore and interest of ₹22 crore.
Nagaland doctor at AIIMS Gorakhpur racially abused, stalked for 1.5km
A third-year resident doctor from Nagaland was allegedly racially abused and sexually harassed near the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Union Cabinet may rename Kerala to its original 'Keralam'
The Union Cabinet is likely to approve a proposal to rename the state of Kerala as "Keralam."
Jharkhand crash victims had taken ₹8L loan for air ambulance
The family of a 41-year-old man, who was among seven people killed in an air ambulance crash in Jharkhand on Monday night, had taken a loan of ₹8 lakh to hire the air ambulance.
Pawan Hans helicopter crashes into sea near Mayabunder
A Pawan Hans helicopter made an emergency landing in the sea near Mayabunder, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, on Tuesday morning.
Delhi HC: Ditching partner over 'kundali' mismatch post-intimacy punishable
The Delhi High Court observed that a man may face legal consequences for refusing to marry a woman on the grounds of horoscope mismatches after having established a sexual relationship with her.
NCERT's Class 8 social science textbook lists 'corruption in judiciary'
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a new Social Science textbook for Class 8.
Delhi-Leh SpiceJet flight with 150 people returns after engine scare
A SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Leh was forced to return shortly after takeoff on Tuesday due to a suspected technical snag.
Pressured over NEET, Lucknow man kills father, dismembers body
In a shocking incident in Lucknow, a man has been arrested for allegedly killing his father and hiding the body parts in a drum.
Lucknow: 'Drunk' driver overturns sleeper bus; 7 dead, 45 hurt
A tragic accident on the Purvanchal Expressway in Lucknow on Monday left seven dead and 45 others injured.
Air ambulance crashes in Jharkhand, killing all 7 on board
A tragic accident occurred on Monday evening when a Ranchi-Delhi air ambulance crashed in Jharkhand's Chatra district.
Bengaluru student alleges she was drugged, gang-raped inside villa
A 19-year-old college student has accused two men of gang-raping her at a private villa in Bengaluru on the night of February 14.
'It was minor tech incident': HAL dismisses Tejas crash reports
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), India's leading aircraft manufacturer, has refuted media reports about a crash involving the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas earlier this month.
Shot but unstoppable: How Army dog Tyson won Kishtwar battle
An Army dog named Tyson was shot in the leg during a counter-terrorism operation in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday.
India's drug controller vows to fix cough syrup manufacturing 'rot'
The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, has announced a major quality control initiative in the past year.
Delhi Assembly, Red Fort receive bomb threats; security on alert
The Red Fort and the Delhi Legislative Assembly were among the targets of bomb threat emails sent on Monday morning.
JNU 'casteist remarks' controversy: Who is VC Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit?
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit has found herself embroiled in a controversy over her recent podcast remarks.
India to acquire Israeli laser defense systems, missiles, and drones
India is set to significantly enhance its military capabilities by acquiring advanced drones, long-range missiles, and laser-based defense systems from Israel.
Bihar government to ban meat, fish sale near schools
The Bihar government has decided to ban the open sale of meat and fish near educational institutions, religious sites, and crowded public places.
NEET-PG cut-off row: MBBS degree ensures competence, Centre tells SC
The central government has defended its decision to reduce the cut-off for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025.
2 Delhi schools, Maharashtra Sadan get bomb threats
The Army Public School in Delhi Cantonment was evacuated on Monday after receiving a bomb threat via email.
IAF personnel, father attacked for objecting to wedding procession drinking
An Indian Air Force personnel and his father were allegedly attacked by members of a wedding procession in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh.
Delhi Police make 5th arrest in shirtless protest case
The Delhi Police have arrested Jitendra Yadav from Gwalior, the fifth suspect linked to the Indian Youth Congress's shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit.
Weather update: Heavy rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala
As February ends, the weather in India is witnessing a major change.
IAF grounds Tejas jets after 3rd crash in 2 years
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has grounded its entire fleet of around 30 single-seat Tejas jets after it reportedly lost another Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) in an accident.
Indian Army neutralizes 6 terrorists in Jammu region since February
The Indian Army's Jammu-based White Knight Corps has announced that six terrorists were neutralized in counter-terror operations across the Jammu region over the past 20 days.
Violence in Mexico after drug lord's death; India issues advisory
The Indian Embassy in Mexico has issued a safety advisory to its citizens amid rising violence across the Latin American country.
JNU: Clashes break out between left groups, ABVP
Violence erupted at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus late on Sunday night.
Punjab: Army man, rogue cop nabbed running Pakistan-backed heroin cartel
Punjab Police have busted a major heroin trafficking network, arresting six people, including an Army man and a dismissed police officer.
How Delhi Police's Special Cell struck Pakistan-backed terror plot
The Delhi Police's Special Cell has successfully foiled a major terrorist plot linked to Pakistan's Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
Rajasthan: 13-year-old girl found dead; locals allege rape-murder
A 13-year-old girl was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Bikaner, Rajasthan, on Saturday.
Jharkhand HC seeks clarity on inquiries in 450 custodial deaths
The Jharkhand High Court has asked the state government to clarify if judicial inquiries were conducted in all cases of custodial deaths.
Odisha: Ex-lover abducts bride at gunpoint, groom left stranded
A newly married woman was allegedly abducted at gunpoint by her ex-lover in Odisha's Bolangir district on Sunday morning.
'No leader of this rank...': Who is surrendered Maoist Devuji?
Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji, the 62-year-old highest-ranking member of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist), has surrendered in Telangana, according to various media reports that cite the Telangana Police.
J&K: JeM commander Saifullah among 2 terrorists killed
Security forces have neutralized two terrorists, including Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) commander Saifullah, in an encounter in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Watch: PM Modi flags off Namo Bharat RRTS, Meerut Metro
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Meerut Metro.
UP: 3 killed, 15 injured in head-on collision of buses
A tragic accident occurred on the Bareilly-Mathura highway in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, early Sunday morning. A private bus carrying wedding guests collided head-on with a state-run roadways bus.
Telangana police claim Maoist general secretary successor Devji has surrendered
Telangana police have reportedly achieved a breakthrough in their anti-Maoist operations with the surrender of Devji, also known as Tippiri Tirupati.
Odisha: 5 police personnel killed in road accident
Five police personnel were killed and three others critically injured when a speeding trailer-truck collided with their PCR van in Jharsuguda, Odisha, early Sunday morning, The Indian Express reported.
Tripura teen's live-in partner subjected her to horrific torture
A 19-year-old woman from Tripura is undergoing treatment at a Delhi hospital after being brutally tortured by her live-in partner, identified as Shivam.
PM to inaugurate NaMo Bharat train service, Meerut Metro today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the NaMo Bharat train service and the Meerut Metro in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday.
Delhi Police bust Lashkar-linked terror module in Tamil Nadu
The Delhi Police have busted a terror module with links to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba and Bangladesh-based extremist groups.
Harsh Goenka mocks Galgotias University over Robodog controversy
Industrialist Harsh Goenka has taken a dig at Galgotias University after the recent Robodog controversy.
High alert in Delhi after IEDs found in Kashmir, Punjab
Security agencies have issued a high alert after two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were discovered in Punjab and Kashmir, according to a report by India Today.
Centre 'will study' US Supreme Court's tariff ruling: Union Minister
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has said the Indian government "will study" the recent United States Supreme Court ruling on tariffs.
India-Brazil talks: PM Modi announces $20 billion trade target
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held talks in New Delhi on Saturday.
Nuh violence accused duped of ₹30,000 in wedding scam
Bittu Bajrangi, a cow vigilante and also an accused in the 2023 Nuh communal riots in Haryana, has been allegedly duped of ₹30,000 by a man who promised to arrange his marriage, according to a report by PTI, citing police sources.
PM Modi's Israel visit to focus on defense cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel on February 25-26, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties.