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PETA asks Galgotias University to give Orion to endangering dogs
PETA India has requested Galgotias University to donate its robotic dog 'Orion' to replace real dogs used in circuses and aid their rehabilitation.
Delhi HC stays government order on school fee committees
The Delhi High Court has suspended the Directorate of Education's decision to expedite the formation of school-level fee regulation committees.
HPV vaccination drive for girls kicks off in Telangana
Telangana's Health Minister has initiated a free HPV vaccination drive, targeting 3.5-4 lakh girls aged 14-15 years. The campaign aims to combat cervical cancer in the state.
Air India Express halts flights to Middle East: Here's why
Air India Express has suspended all its westbound international flights due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region.
Andhra Pradesh: 7 killed in firecracker unit blast
A devastating explosion in a firecracker manufacturing unit in Kakinada district reportedly claimed the lives of ten workers, with 15 more trapped.
Holi 2026: UP schools to get 3-day break; no exams
Holi festival in 2026 brings school holidays across India, with dates varying by state. Check your school's official announcements for confirmation.
PM Modi to flag off Delhi-Meerut RRTS, Meerut Metro
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Meerut Metro and the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, aiming to boost regional connectivity and sustainable urban transport.
PM to lay foundation stones for projects worth ₹7,000cr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lay the foundation for 74 projects, estimated at ₹1,571 crore, in Puducherry.
Man kills wife, 3 daughters in Delhi, flees to Rajasthan
Delhi Police apprehended Munchun Kewat, who allegedly murdered his wife and three children, in Rajasthan's Kishangarh after evading arrest for several days.
Youth Congress president gets bail in shirtless protest case
Security has been increased at the Delhi Crime Branch office in anticipation of Indian Youth Congress president, Uday Bhanu Chib's release following an AI Summit protest.
IGI Airport: 24 dog bites since January 1, 2026 — 30 in 2025
The Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi is grappling with an increase in stray dog bites, causing concern among staff and passengers.
Maharashtra to consider airlifting tankers after Mumbai-Pune highway mess
Following a recent gas tanker accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, the Maharashtra government is considering airlifting damaged tankers in extreme emergencies.
FSSAI discards seized sweets, locals retrieve & examine them: Video
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) seized and discarded adulterated sweets in a public dustbin in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, which were later collected by locals.
Kerala temple hosts iftar for 200, reflects interfaith harmony
The Sree Poobanam Kuzhi Temple in Kasaragod, Kerala hosted a community Iftar for local Muslims, promoting religious harmony.
IndiGo's Central Asia flights delayed again due to Iran airspace
IndiGo is closely monitoring Iran's airspace developments, urging passengers to check flight status due to potential operational adjustments for safety reasons.
Viral video from Mathura's Lathmar Holi sparks crowd safety concerns
A video from Uttar Pradesh's Mathura showing overwhelming crowds at the Lathmar Holi festival has sparked safety concerns, highlighting the dangers of mass gatherings.
IMD predicts rain in parts of Northeast, Kerala next week
The India Meteorological Department predicts light to moderate rainfall in Assam, Meghalaya, and Kerala, with expected snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir.
Why Andhra Pradesh is mining rare minerals along its coast
Andhra Pradesh aims to reduce India's reliance on Chinese imports by opening its mineral-rich coastline for large-scale rare earth and titanium-bearing beach sand mining.
CTET answer key to be released after re-exam
The CTET 2026 answer keys and response sheets are expected to be released soon, with a guide provided for candidates on how to download them.
Forensic science 'protective shield' against tech deception: CJI Kant
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has emphasized the importance of forensic science in maintaining justice in the digital age.
Nine more cheetahs arrive in India, taking total to 48
Nine cheetahs from Botswana have been introduced to Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, raising India's cheetah population to 48.
Astrologer told woman she has short lifespan; techie dies by suicide
A 29-year-old tech professional, Vidyajyothi, allegedly took her own life after an astrologer predicted a short lifespan for her.
Yogi Adityanath announces 3-day holiday for UP government employees
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a three-day holiday for government employees on the occasion of Holi. The holidays will be observed from March 2-4.
PM Modi recalls Nobelist Raman's discovery on National Science Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated National Science Day by celebrating India's scientific curiosity and honoring Sir C.V. Raman's groundbreaking discovery, the Raman Effect.
Family of 5 instead of 3? Unions push for this
Ahead of the 8th Central Pay Commission, a proposal to expand the "family unit" could potentially lead to a 66% increase in minimum salary calculations.
Kanpur crash Lamborghini to be released on ₹8.30cr bond
The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court in Kanpur has ordered the release of a Lamborghini Revuelto, which was involved in a crash earlier this month.
'Open homes, mosques': Imam's call to Muslims for Pongala goes viral
In a heartwarming display of interfaith harmony, a Muslim cleric in Kerala has urged the community to open mosques for Hindu devotees during the Attukal Pongala festival.
Bengaluru principal arrested for sexually assaulting minor
The principal of a private school in Rural Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a Class 8 student, sparking an ongoing investigation.
Odisha woman raped by boyfriend, stranger, then thrown off building
A 23-year-old woman was allegedly raped twice in one day and later murdered in Odisha's Jagatsinghpur district.
Kerala: 4 youths killed in car-lorry collision
Four individuals were killed and one seriously injured when their car collided with a parked lorry in Kozhikode, Kerala.
Lamborghini crash case: Tycoon's son Mishra awaits final charges
The Lamborghini Revuelto, seized after a crash in Kanpur that injured six people, will be released on an 8.30 crore bail bond, as per the Chief Judicial Magistrate court's order.
'We'll come for you': Murder-accused threaten up judge
Two convicts, sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district, threatened the presiding judge inside the courtroom.
Maharashtra: School bus driver molests girl near school gate
A school bus driver in Maharashtra's Badlapur was arrested for allegedly molesting a fifth-grade student, sparking outrage over safety regulations.
Indore university student expelled for 'objectionable' video calls
A first-year female student at Devi Ahilya University, Indore, has been expelled from her hostel following allegations of engaging in inappropriate activities.
Air India Express flight delays passengers' Nepal trip by 2 days
Approximately 180 passengers faced severe delays at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport after their Air India Express flight to Nepal was diverted twice due to adverse weather conditions.
Thar drags bike for kilometers after accident, catches fire
A 22-year-old driver was detained after fleeing a Greater Noida petrol pump without paying, leading to a chase that resulted in a motorcycle being dragged for up to 7 km.
DRG's role in Bijapur encounter highlights tribal youth's contribution
The District Reserve Guard, a force drawn from local tribal population, has become a decisive factor in Chhattisgarh's anti-Maoist campaign.
Delhi Police arrest 3 more IYC members in shirtless protest
Three additional Indian Youth Congress members have been arrested over a 'shirtless' protest at the India AI Impact Summit, bringing the total arrests to 14.
Woman hanged after resisting brother-in-law's sexual assault in Chandigarh
A 27-year-old woman was strangled to death by her brother-in-law, who subsequently committed suicide, in a shocking incident in Butrela village.
Fuel prices in India haven't changed since May 2022
Petrol and diesel prices in various Indian cities have been updated on February 28, 2026, with rates remaining unchanged since May 2022.
7-year-old boy dies after stray dog attack in Maharashtra
A seven-year-old boy was fatally attacked by a stray dog in Thane, Maharashtra, while his friend sustained serious injuries attempting to intervene.
DRI seizes 1,251kg cannabis smuggled on Odisha-central India route
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 1,251 kg of cannabis worth ₹6.15 crore and arrested four operatives, including a key absconding mastermind.
Who is WB poll controversy's Murugan? Here's his inspiring story
C Murugan, a West Bengal cadre IAS officer and EC's Special Roll Observer, is facing criticism from the Trinamool Congress over SIR procedures.
Is today (Feb 28) a bank holiday? What you should know
Indian banks are closed today, February 28, 2026, due to it being the fourth Saturday. Digital banking services remain accessible for customers.
Rare Forest Owlet spotted in MP's Kuno after 113 years
A Forest Owlet, unseen for over a century, has been rediscovered in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, marking a significant victory for biodiversity conservation efforts.
IAS officer suspended for skipping meeting with minister
IAS officer M Devendra Singh was suspended by the Maharashtra state government for failing to attend a briefing convened by environment minister Pankaja Munde.
Father kills daughter over inter-faith marriage in Gujarat
A 50-year-old man in Gujarat's Narmada district was arrested for allegedly murdering his daughter over her insistence on marrying a man from a different religion.
Parliament not bound by Centre's undertaking: SC on sedition laws
The Supreme Court stated that the government's decision to review sedition laws doesn't restrict Parliament from introducing it in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Kejriwal's acquittal: Court says politics shouldn't influence CBI, ED actions
A city court dismissed a corruption case, cautioning against the misuse of investigative agencies by rival political actors during electoral processes.
Delhi man molests girl for 3 years during rickshaw ride
A 55-year-old e-rickshaw driver has been arrested in north Delhi's Wazirabad for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old girl over the past three years.
US trade deal: Apple farmers from J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand unite
The Apple Farmers’ Federation of India (AFFI) is planning a protest against the India-US trade agreement, claiming it threatens domestic apple production.
Bengal dragging feet on electoral rolls update: SC
The Supreme Court chastised the West Bengal government for frequently delaying the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of state electoral rolls with "vague and irrelevant" reasons.
Ludhiana lawyer attacked by men over family dispute inside house
Two men allegedly threatened an advocate at gunpoint in his Ludhiana home over a dispute involving his brother. The police have launched a manhunt for the accused.
Odisha: Boyfriend, accomplice rape, murder woman who refused to marry
A 23-year-old woman in Odisha was raped twice in one day by her boyfriend and a stranger, before being thrown off a building and dying from her injuries.
India, UK discuss security ties, raise concerns over diplomatic treatment
India will share information with the U.K. on cybercrime investigations and call centre scams, following the sixth India-U.K. Home Affairs Dialogue in Delhi.
Tamil Nadu: DMK youth wing member arrested for toddler's murder
A member of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's youth wing has been arrested in Tamil Nadu for allegedly sexually assaulting and murdering a toddler.
Japan visa applications in India to require prior appointments
Starting March 2, 2026, applicants submitting Japan visa applications at select VFS Global centers in India will be required to book an appointment in advance.
Missing boy case unveils 'Drishyam-like twist', was buried alive
A six-year-old boy, who went missing in 2020, is believed to have been buried under the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Dausa district, according to police officials quoted by Hindustan Times.
'You want to hang...accused?' SC disappointed at Nitish Katara's family
The Supreme Court has granted a temporary release on furlough to Vikas Yadav, convicted in the Nitish Katara murder case.
How domestic help masterminded 'ED raid' at elderly couple's house
A domestic help allegedly masterminded a fake Enforcement Directorate(ED) raid at the home of an 86-year-old retired architect in New Friends Colony, southeast Delhi.
Indian Navy commissions 'Dolphin Hunter' INS Anjadip in Chennai
The Indian Navy has commissioned the INS Anjadip, a state-of-the-art anti-submarine warfare (ASW) shallow water craft.
Video: IAF showcases 'longest-ever kill in military history' by S-400
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a video of the S-400 Sudarshan long-range air defense missile system in action.
Action ordered against CBI officer who investigated excise policy case
A Delhi court has ordered departmental proceedings against a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officer who probed the Delhi excise policy case, in which all 23 accused, including former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, were discharged on Friday.
1,200kg adulterated paneer, 900kg contaminated khoya destroyed ahead of Holi
Ahead of the Holi festival, Uttar Pradesh food safety authorities have destroyed over two tons of adulterated dairy products, including paneer, khoya, milk, and other edible items.
What to expect from Canadian PM's 4-day visit to India
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will begin his four-day visit to India on February 27, 2026. The trip is part of a larger Indo-Pacific tour that includes Australia and Japan.
Airfares touch ₹20,000 ahead of Holi, SC calls it 'serious'
Airfares on several domestic routes have skyrocketed ahead of Holi, with one-way tickets nearing ₹20,000 for travel around February 28.
Massive earthquake tremors felt across Kolkata; offices evacuated
Strong tremors were felt across Kolkata at around 1:30pm on Friday after a 5.4-magnitude quake struck neighboring Bangladesh.
Heat scorches North India; hills brace for snow, rain
India is bracing for a week of contrasting weather conditions.
14 JNU students arrested after cops thrown stones, slapped
Protests at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) intensified on Thursday and Friday morning, resulting in multiple arrests and injuries on both sides.
No need to pay extra for canceling/changing flights now if…
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revised its refund rules to make them more passenger-friendly.
9 arrested in ₹1,500cr multi-state cyber fraud racket
The Rajkot Rural Police in Gujarat have arrested nine people in connection with a ₹1,500 crore cyber fraud case.
PM Modi upset with NCERT's 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly expressed his displeasure over the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s Class 8 textbook, which carried a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
'No intention to disrespect judiciary': Education minister on NCERT row
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured full compliance with the Supreme Court's orders after it banned a Class 8 Social Science textbook released by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), which carried a section on "corruption in the judiciary."
₹2L for sweepers, ₹7L for engineers: Telangana's salary expenditure quadruples
Telangana's monthly expenditure on salaries and pensions has increased four times in the last decade.
Amid 'judicial corruption' row, data shows 8,600 complaint against judges
The Supreme Court on Thursday took strong objection to the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s now-withdrawn Class 8 textbook, which carried a section on "corruption in the judiciary."
Delhi man brutally cuts windpipes of pregnant wife, 3 daughters
In a shocking incident in Delhi's Samaypur Badli area, a man allegedly murdered his two-month pregnant wife and three daughters by slitting their throats.
PM Modi becomes 1st leader with 100 million Instagram followers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram. The achievement makes him the most followed political figure on the platform.
Supreme Court bans NCERT textbook with chapter on 'judicial corruption'
The Supreme Court has ordered a ban on the National Council of Educational Research and Training's (NCERT) Class 8 Social Science textbook, which contains a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
Lok Sabha reconstitutes panel probing corruption charges against Justice Varma
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has reconstituted the inquiry committee probing corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma.
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.
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.
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.