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Mann Ki Baat: Modi warns against 'digital arrest scams'
In his 131st 'Mann Ki Baat' speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to stay vigilant against digital arrest scams.
UP: 3 dead, 15 injured in bus collision
A private bus carrying a wedding party collided with a state-run bus in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in three fatalities and 15 injuries.
Bengaluru's air quality swings from 'good' to 'moderate'
Bengaluru's air quality has worsened again, with the AQI reaching 125, triggering fresh health concerns among residents and experts.
Meghalaya mine blast: SIT probing illegal mining, coal seizure
Meghalaya Police have confiscated over 17,000 metric tonnes of illegally mined coal and 25.5 kg of explosives in East Jaintia Hills following a fatal mine blast.
'India using AI to save ancient knowledge': PM Modi
PM Modi, during his Mann Ki Baat segment, emphasized the global admiration for India's efforts in preserving ancient knowledge and its integration into modern technology.
Terror plot busted; Bangladesh national among 8 men arrested
Eight suspects, including Bangladeshi nationals, have been arrested for allegedly plotting a major terror conspiracy in Delhi.
Yogi Adityanath to visit Singapore, Japan on 1st foreign trip
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to visit Singapore and Japan for four days, aiming to position Uttar Pradesh as India's manufacturing hub and attract foreign investments.
AI Impact Summit: Delhi hotels charge up to ₹30L/night
Hotel room rents in Delhi soared last week due to the AI Impact Summit, a major wedding season, and the T20 World Cup, highlighting the city's growing global significance.
Sharad Pawar readmitted to hospital for throat infection, stubborn cough
Veteran Nationalist Congress Party leader, Sharadcharandra Pawar, has been readmitted to Pune's Ruby Hall Clinic Hospital due to deteriorating health conditions.
India is rapidly emerging as an AI powerhouse: Sam Altman
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, recently emphasized India's rapid transformation from a consumer to a builder of AI technology at Express Adda.
Mann Ki Baat #131: When and how to listen
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation in the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat.
BHU student shot at, claims 2 expelled students ordered attack
Late Saturday night, unidentified individuals fired shots at a student on the Banaras Hindu University campus, leading to heightened tensions and protests.
6 ISI, Bangladesh terror group links suspects held in TN
Six individuals with suspected links to Pakistan's ISI and Bangladesh-based extremist groups have been arrested in Tamil Nadu, India for allegedly planning a major terror attack.
Modi's Israel visit: India to ramp up defense ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Israel this week, the first in eight years, with a primary focus on strategic security and military-technology collaboration.
Karnataka may ban mobile phones in schools, colleges
The Karnataka government is contemplating a ban on mobile phone usage for students under 16, due to concerns about social media addiction and increased drug exposure.
Fuel prices: Check today's rates for petrol and diesel
Petrol and diesel prices for February 22, 2026 have been updated by OMCs. The latest rates reflect global crude oil prices and currency exchange rates.
Odisha: 5 cops killed, 3 injured in road accident
Five police officers were killed and three critically injured in Odisha's Jharsuguda district when a speeding trailer collided with their patrol vehicle.
PM Modi inaugurates Delhi-Meerut RRTS, Meerut Metro
The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor and the Meerut Metro project commence operations today, offering high-speed connectivity and modern features.
Metro station coming up in central Delhi; know diversions
A significant stretch in Lutyens’ Delhi will be closed for a year from February 23, 2026, due to the construction of a new underground metro station.
Kolkata fire case: 45 dead, 27 bodies returned to families
Following the tragic Anandapur warehouse fire, police have returned the remains of 18 identified workers to their families after successful DNA mapping.
Delhi's February weather is unseasonably warm
Delhi experiences clear skies and pleasant temperatures, with the India Meteorological Department predicting a steady rise in the coming days, possibly crossing 30°C.
Bank holidays in India in last week of February
Banks across India will remain closed on 28 February and 1 March for the fourth Saturday and Sunday weekend holidays, as per the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) calendar.
Modi inaugurates ₹3,700cr semiconductor plant in Noida
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Uttar Pradesh's transformation into a significant centre for India's semiconductor ecosystem.
5 family members found dead in UP house
Five family members, including three children, were discovered dead under suspicious circumstances in a locked room in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh.
Jharkhand: 2 CoBRA jawans injured in Maoist IED blast
Two CoBRA jawans were injured, one seriously, in an IED explosion allegedly planted by Maoists during an anti-Naxal operation in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand.
British tourist (86) dies in Shimla hotel
An 86-year-old British tourist was found dead at a hotel in Shimla, India, with local authorities currently investigating the incident.
Gen Z lost $501 million to job scams in 2025
The tech-savvy Gen Z is increasingly falling victim to sophisticated AI-driven cyber scams, losing millions to job offer and social media scams.
UP: 8-year-old girl abducted, sexually assaulted at wedding
An eight-year-old girl was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted at a wedding in Gorakhpur, leaving her in critical condition.
Nepal: Hindu-Muslim clash spreads to multiple wards, mosque set ablaze
A wedding procession dispute in Nepal's Rautahat district sparked clashes between two communities, leading to an indefinite curfew being imposed.
Man killed, friend critical after parking row in Delhi
A parking disagreement in South Delhi escalated into violence, resulting in the fatal stabbing of a 38-year-old man and injury of another.
Ahmedabad: Ramzan, wedding procession clash over loud music
A wedding procession in Ahmedabad turned violent after objections to celebratory songs led to clashes between two communities, resulting in seven arrests.
Odisha: 5 school staff arrested for sexually assaulting minor
Five private school teachers in Kendrapara, Odisha have been arrested for allegedly raping a 13-year-old student.
Tejas jets crash thrice in 2 years: How reliable are
The Indian Air Force's Tejas Light Combat Aircraft recently crashed during landing, marking the third major incident involving the fleet. The pilot escaped unharmed.
2,165 missing minors found by Mumbai Police in 2025
The Mumbai police successfully traced 2,165 out of 2,182 missing children cases in 2025, achieving a success rate of 99 percent.
India on track to become 3rd-largest economy: Pralhad Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi predicts India's rapid sectoral progress will soon make it the world's third-largest economy.
Jaipur: Man with criminal cases kidnapped, beaten to death
A 30-year-old history-sheeter, Kunjilal Meena, was kidnapped and severely beaten in Jaipur, leading to his death during treatment.
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.
Delhi on high alert after LeT plans attack in India
A terror alert has been issued for Delhi after intelligence inputs suggested that the Pakistan-based terrorist outfit, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), is planning attacks on religious places, according to various media reports.
President Lula's India visit: Brazil seeks to deepen commercial ties
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva arrived in India this week with the largest-ever Brazilian business delegation.
UGC flags 32 fake universities; Delhi tops with dozen entries
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities across India, with the highest number located in Delhi.
New details emerge about Iranian tankers seized by India
The Indian Coast Guard seized three oil tankers, suspected of being involved in Iran's sanctioned oil trade, in an operation carried out on February 5, around 100 nautical miles off Mumbai.
Eloping in Gujarat? Government will alert parents via WhatsApp
The Gujarat government has decided to tighten the registration rules for couples marrying after eloping.
'AI can't yet fix Delhi's traffic': Rishi Sunak
Former United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a light-hearted comment about Delhi's notorious traffic during a joint session at the British High Commission, which was part of the events surrounding the India AI Impact Summit.
India's third nuclear submarine, INS Aridhaman, to be commissioned soon
India is set to strengthen its sea-based nuclear deterrent with the commissioning of its third indigenous Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman.
Forceps found in Kerala woman's abdomen 5 years after surgery
A surgical instrument was discovered inside the abdomen of a woman in Kerala, five years after she underwent surgery at Alappuzha Medical College.
SC rejects plea to ban mosques named after Babar
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking a nationwide ban on the construction of mosques named after the Mughal emperor Babar.
CBI Court in Hyderabad gets bomb threat
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court in Nampally, Hyderabad, received a bomb threat email on Friday.
India-US interim trade agreement to be operational in April: Goyal
An interim trade agreement between India and the United States is expected to be operational in April, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Friday.
Hyderabad: 90 students trapped in coaching center fire, all rescued
A major fire broke out at a coaching center in Hyderabad on Friday, trapping around 90 students inside.
Unnao convict's brother asked to surrender in custodial death case
The Delhi High Court has ordered Jaideep Sengar, brother of Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Sengar, to surrender before jail authorities.
Tripura student brutally assaulted by Delhi-based live-in partner in Gurugram
A 19-year-old biotechnology student from Tripura was allegedly brutally assaulted by her live-in partner in Gurugram. The incident took place at their paying guest accommodation in the Badshahpur area.
Jyotirmath namaz row: Authorities hold meeting to maintain peace
Tensions have escalated in Jyotirmath, Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, after a video of namaz being offered in an under-construction government building went viral on social media.
Tension in Karnataka after stone-pelting at Shivaji Jayanti procession
Tension gripped Karnataka's Bagalkote after a stone-pelting incident during a Shivaji Jayanti procession on Thursday night after namaz had concluded.
AI Summit critics risk imprisonment under UAPA: Delhi HC told
The Delhi High Court on Thursday began hearing petitions challenging certain provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA).
South India braces for rains; harvests, fishing may be affected
A new low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to change weather patterns across South India.
Hyderabad man enters pregnant ex-wife's apartment carrying chainsaw, kills her
In a shocking incident, a three-month pregnant woman was allegedly murdered by her ex-husband in Hyderabad's Vanasthalipuram area on Wednesday.
9 patients lose eyesight after cataract surgeries at UP hospital
Nine patients have lost their eyesight after developing infections following cataract surgeries at a private hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Navitaire outage briefly hits airline ops in India, Europe
Airlines in India and parts of Europe faced brief operational disruptions on Thursday due to a temporary outage of Navitaire. The system is widely used by airlines for reservations and departure control.
Behave unruly? Face 2-year ban; DGCA proposes stricter rules
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed stricter rules to deal with unruly passengers on flights.
Months after blast, suspicious car near Red Fort raises alarm
A 36-year-old man from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, has been arrested for impersonating an officer of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Delhi.
Bangladesh student leader wanted in Hindu cop's murder arrested
Ahmed Raza Hasan Mehdi, a Bangladesh student activist, has been arrested at the Delhi airport while allegedly trying to escape to Europe.
Stones pelted, drones deployed: Farmers' protest in Bathinda turns violent
The Punjab Police resorted to tear gas shelling on Wednesday to stop members of the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Ekta-Ugrahan) from marching toward the deputy commissioner's office in Bathinda.
Worried about future after his death, ex-ISRO employee strangles wife
A retired Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) employee, Nageshwar Rao, has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Sandhya Shri, at their apartment in Bengaluru.
'Kya karoge...': Indore man, who murdered classmate, smiles on camera
Piyush Dhamnodiya, the accused in the murder of a 24-year-old MBA student from Indore, displayed an alarming lack of remorse during a crime scene reconstruction.
Bishnoi gang criminal involved in Sidhu Moosewala murder arrested
The Counter Intelligence Unit of the Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested Mahfooz Ali, also known as Bobby Kabootar, a key criminal of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who was absconding for almost a decade.
9 senior engineers arrested in ₹960cr Jal Jeevan Mission scam
The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested nine senior officials in connection with a major corruption scandal involving the Jal Jeevan Mission.
SC reverses verdict that grabbing minor's breasts wasn't rape attempt
The Supreme Court has set aside a controversial Allahabad High Court judgment that ruled grabbing a minor girl's breasts and loosening her pajama string was not an attempt to rape but merely "preparation."
Keeping penis above vagina and ejaculating not rape: Chhattisgarh HC
The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that rubbing genitals without penetration amounts to "attempt to rape," not rape.
'Have 3 children at least': RSS chief urges Hindu families
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has urged Hindu families to have at least three children.
Video: Delhi biker opens moving buses' doors for reels; arrested
A 22-year-old man, Tushar Puniya, was arrested in northeast Delhi for allegedly performing dangerous stunts on a motorcycle and harassing bus passengers.
Delhi-NCR receives morning showers; IMD issues yellow alert
Some parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were greeted with light showers on Wednesday morning.
'Alphabet, Microsoft, IBM CEOs all Indian': Macron praises India
French President Emmanuel Macron has lauded India's increasing global leadership in innovation.
'Very sorry': Father of Delhi teen who ran over biker
The father of a Delhi teenager, who allegedly ran over a 23-year-old biker with an SUV, has apologized for the incident.
'Warm welcome': PM Modi extends India invite to Tarique Rahman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Bangladesh's newly sworn-in Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit India, conveying that a "warm welcome awaits" him.
India should be among top 3 AI superpowers: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has envisioned India as one of the top three artificial intelligence (AI) superpowers in the world by 2047.
Macron's India visit: Over 20 agreements signed during bilateral talks
French President Emmanuel Macron is on a three-day visit to India for the AI Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
PM Modi, Macron inaugurate India's first private helicopter assembly line
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have inaugurated the assembly line of H-125 helicopters, which is located in Karnataka, during an event in Mumbai.
India, France elevate bilateral ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have elevated their countries' ties to a "Special Global Strategic Partnership."
India-France strengthening cooperation in critical minerals, biotechnology, advanced materials: Modi
After a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the two countries are strengthening cooperation in critical minerals, biotechnology, and advanced materials.
What's the controversial ₹92,000-cr Great Nicobar project cleared by NGT
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Monday cleared the way for the ₹92,000 crore Great Nicobar Island mega infrastructure project by upholding its environmental clearance granted in 2022.
Assam: Oil tanker fire paralyzes NH-27 traffic in Kokrajhar district
A major fire incident on National Highway 27 near Raikhunbari in Kachugaon, Assam's Kokrajhar district, has caused a massive traffic jam.