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24 Feb 2026
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Kerala's 'Nirbhaya Nisha' project to boost women's night safety

The 'Nirbhaya Nisha' project, designed by the Kerala Police, aims to improve women's safety and empowerment in Kerala, according to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

24 Feb 2026
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Srinagar hits 21degC in Feb; farmers worried about apple orchards

Unusually warm weather in the Kashmir Valley is causing concern among farmers, fearing early flowering and potential damage to fruit crops.

24 Feb 2026
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'Peeing in pants...': influencer Nakul Dhull's joke on women backfires

Content creator Nakul Dhull is facing criticism for a video that trivializes women's safety by portraying harassment as a prank, sparking widespread outrage on social media.

24 Feb 2026
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IMD warns of early heatwave in north, west India

North and west India are bracing for an unseasonal surge in temperatures, resembling late March weather rather than typical February conditions.

24 Feb 2026
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Drunk driver causes mayhem at bus terminus, injures person

A man, reportedly intoxicated, caused chaos in Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, injuring one and damaging shops and vehicles.

24 Feb 2026
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Indian Army's Kharga Shakti 2026 exercise wraps up

The Indian Army's 'Exercise Kharga Shakti 2026' concluded, demonstrating operational readiness and multi-domain operational capability under challenging battlefield conditions.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala raises age limit for PSC exams

The Kerala government has increased the upper age limit for Public Service Commission (PSC) applications from 36 to 40 years.

24 Feb 2026
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HSEB Class 10, 12 exams start tomorrow: Important details

The Board of School Education Haryana (HBSE) is set to commence the annual Class 10 and Class 12 examinations from February 25, with over 5 lakh students participating.

24 Feb 2026
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IAF's Vayushakti-26 exercise to showcase India's air power on February 27

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has performed a full dress rehearsal for the upcoming Exercise Vayushakti at the Pokharan range.

24 Feb 2026
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Manipur CM meets PM, invites him to visit state

Manipur's Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand and his deputies met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extending an invitation for him to visit their state.

24 Feb 2026
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NewsBytes Explainer: E Sreedharan's new high-speed rail plan for Kerala

Veteran technocrat E. Sreedharan has unveiled a revised ₹56,500 crore high-speed rail plan for Kerala. The project aims to reduce travel time and improve statewide connectivity.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi couple on run after hurling racist slurs at women

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh were subjected to racial abuse in Delhi, with the accused now allegedly on the run, according to Chief Minister Pema Khandu.

24 Feb 2026
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Uttarakhand HC: Ending marriage promise doesn't mean rape

The Uttarakhand High Court quashed a rape case against an Indian Army personnel, ruling that a broken marriage promise does not negate consent.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala to be renamed 'Keralam' as Union Cabinet approves proposal

The Union Cabinet approves renaming Kerala as 'Keralam', while a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 9-14 years is set to launch.

24 Feb 2026
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PM Modi's Israel visit on February 25-26

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a two-day visit to Israel, aiming to enhance bilateral defence and trade cooperation amid Middle-East tensions.

24 Feb 2026
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'Will good marriage partners be hard to find?': Viral video

A viral video of a pool party in Bangalore has sparked a heated debate on social media about cultural values and gender bias.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi: UPSC aspirant, 2 others racially abused, molested by neighbors

Racial and sexual harassment incidents against women from Arunachal Pradesh and a doctor from Nagaland in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh have sparked widespread condemnation.

24 Feb 2026
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Why visiting Jeju Island from South Korea can land you

The Indian Embassy in South Korea has issued an advisory clarifying that the Jeju Island visa waiver scheme does not guarantee entry or access to mainland Korea.

24 Feb 2026
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India sees 59% less winter rain than normal

India's winter precipitation has been deficient by -59% this year, with the East and North-East regions suffering the most, reports the India Meteorological Department.

24 Feb 2026
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Viral video shows cab SOS button is useless in emergency

A Mumbai cab driver's viral video reveals the alleged ineffectiveness of the SOS panic button, claiming neither police nor cab company responded to his emergency alerts.

24 Feb 2026
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International Military Adventure Challenge Cup 2026: All you need

The Indian Army organized the first-ever International Military Adventure Challenge Cup 2026, with teams from seven other nations participating.

24 Feb 2026
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Gwalior man loses ₹2.5cr in digital 'arrest' scam

A 90-year-old retired Air Force doctor in Gwalior was allegedly tricked into transferring Rs 2.5 crore under a fraudulent "online surveillance" scheme lasting 25 days.

24 Feb 2026
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Helicopter makes emergency landing in sea off Andaman Islands

A Pawan Hans helicopter crashed into the sea due to a technical snag while traveling in the Andaman Islands, with all seven onboard rescued safely.

24 Feb 2026
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Man warned for female colleague visiting him sparks debate

A man from Hyderabad has stirred controversy by receiving a formal notice from his housing society for bringing a female co-worker to his home.

24 Feb 2026
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Bhopal sisters run Islamic conversion, sex trafficking racket: Report

Two women were allegedly drugged, assaulted, and forced into religious conversion by a gang led by two sisters, under the guise of job offers.

24 Feb 2026
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Last Maoist leader on party's central committee surrenders

Thippiri Tirupati, a top Maoist leader also known as Devuji, surrendered to Telangana police, vowing to pursue politics legally.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Bodies of all 7 victims recovered

Seven victims of a tragic air ambulance crash in Jharkhand's Chatra district have been identified and their bodies returned to their families following post-mortem examinations.

24 Feb 2026
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Last chance: Apply for UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the application deadline for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 till February 27.

24 Feb 2026
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'National disgrace': Ex-judges, bureaucrats on IYC's shirtless protest at summit

Over 270 former judges and officials condemned the Indian Youth Congress's shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit, labeling it a "grotesque betrayal of national dignity".

24 Feb 2026
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Chhattisgarh budget 2026-27: ₹1.72 lakh crore for inclusive growth

Chhattisgarh Finance Minister OP Choudhary has presented a ₹1,72,000 crore budget for 2026-27. The budget aims to accelerate growth and ensure balanced regional development.

24 Feb 2026
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Maharashtra seeks ₹12,000cr more for last-minute expenses

The Maharashtra government has tabled supplementary demands of ₹11,995.33 crore, with the highest allocation of ₹4,066 crore for energy, labour, industries and mining sectors.

24 Feb 2026
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93,000 adult women reported missing in Maharashtra in 2 years

Government data reveals that over 93,000 adult women were reported missing in Maharashtra within the last two years, highlighting a significant social issue.

24 Feb 2026
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Youth Congress leader threatened with machete by men in Bengaluru

A Youth Congress leader in Bengaluru was allegedly threatened by four men with machete-like weapons over a traffic dispute. The incident occurred in the city's Amruthahalli area.

24 Feb 2026
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Srinagar airport to handle 10 million passengers/year after major expansion

The Union Cabinet has greenlit a Rs 1,677 crore civil enclave project at Srinagar airport, designed to handle up to 10 million passengers annually.

24 Feb 2026
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Union Cabinet approves ₹12,236cr for major infrastructure upgrades

The Union Cabinet has greenlit infrastructure initiatives worth Rs 12,236 crore, including railway projects, an Ahmedabad Metro extension and a new terminal at Srinagar airport.

24 Feb 2026
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VP Radhakrishnan's Kashmir visit on Feb 26: Security beefed up

Ahead of Vice President C P Radhakrishnan's first visit to Kashmir, comprehensive security arrangements have been put in place across the region.

24 Feb 2026
Jharkhand

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Sreedharan proposes semi-high-speed rail line across Kerala

Technocrat E Sreedharan has announced revised details for a proposed high-speed railway line project in Kerala, which now includes Pathanamthitta district.

24 Feb 2026
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AI in policing: How Bengaluru's crime rates have drastically reduced

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly reduced robberies and chain-snatching incidents in Bengaluru, transforming the city's approach to law enforcement.

24 Feb 2026
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Punjab: Power supplier in cash crisis after billing system change

Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's (PSPCL) recent switch to a new billing software has led to widespread customer complaints about inflated electricity bills.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala on track to be called 'Keralam'

The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as "Keralam", reflecting the state's linguistic roots and coconut-rich landscape, ahead of upcoming elections.

24 Feb 2026
Kerala

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.'

24 Feb 2026
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Union Cabinet clears 3 new rail projects

The Union Cabinet has sanctioned three multitracking railway projects across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand, costing Rs 9,072 crore.

24 Feb 2026
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Chhattisgarh budget 2026-27: Bastar, girl empowerment, and more

Chhattisgarh's Finance Minister OP Choudhary has unveiled a Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, featuring a financial scheme for girls and infrastructure development plans.

24 Feb 2026
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'Har Har Mahadev' chants in India's fastest metro ride

Passengers onboard the newly inaugurated Meerut Metro were seen chanting patriotic slogans, sparking widespread online attention and debate.

24 Feb 2026
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Punjab village passes resolution to not help drug peddlers

In a community-led initiative, Kauri village in Punjab has unanimously resolved to deny bail support for anyone caught selling drugs.

24 Feb 2026
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Liquor can now be sold on these previously dry days

Maharashtra's BJP-led government has lifted the dry day restrictions on Holi, Muharram, and Gandhi Jayanti to curb illegal liquor sales.

24 Feb 2026
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Kanpur, Prayajraj at high risk of earthquakes: IIT-K study

A 17-year study by the Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur warns of severe damage in parts of Kanpur and Prayagraj if an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 or higher strikes.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand: Air ambulance on medical emergency crashes, all 7 dead

Authorities are investigating potential causes, including weather conditions, of the fatal air ambulance crash in Jharkhand that killed seven people.

24 Feb 2026
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Lucknow University mosque sealed during Ramzan; students protest

Tensions heightened at Lucknow University following a protest by ABVP members against namaz offerings, leading to the recitation of Hanuman Chalisa on campus.

24 Feb 2026
Chandigarh

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.

24 Feb 2026
Conrad Sangma

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Heads up! Delhi-Ghaziabad route closed for 5 days

Commuters on the Delhi-Ghaziabad route face a five-day disruption due to urgent repair work on a key stretch near the Hindon River.

24 Feb 2026
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Pakistan preparing for Mumbai-like maritime attack in 2026: LeT leader

Lashkar-e-Taiba's deputy chief, Saifullah Kasuri, has issued a threat to India of a 26/11-style maritime attack, while boasting about Pakistan's military strength.

24 Feb 2026
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Hyderabad: Family of 3 found dead at home

A couple and their 24-year-old son were found dead in their Hyderabad home, suspected to have died by suicide due to financial distress.

24 Feb 2026
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'Will not leave my religion': Son refuses to accept mother

Sushila Murmu, a Christian woman from Jharkhand, was denied homecoming after nearly 30 years due to her refusal to convert to Hinduism as demanded by her son.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand: Air ambulance on medical mission crashes, all 7 dead

DS Bhagat, father of deceased pilot Captain Vivek Vikas Bhagat, mourns his son's tragic death in a plane crash while serving as an air ambulance pilot.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi: 15-year-old boy killed over cricket match argument

A 15-year-old boy was killed in a fight over a cricket game with three juveniles in west Delhi's Tilak Nagar, according to local police.

24 Feb 2026
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Pune: Woman dies while trying to escape prostitution racket police raid

A woman died and a spa manager was injured in Pune's Viman Nagar after jumping from a window during a police raid on suspected prostitution activities.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala man calls police to get free meals in jail

A man in Kerala issued a hoax bomb threat with the intention of being arrested to enjoy free meals in jail, but was released on bail.

24 Feb 2026
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Bride leaves groom for lover hours after wedding

A newly-wed woman in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district ended her marriage hours after the wedding, choosing to live with her lover instead of her husband.

24 Feb 2026
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Tirupati temple to use 'e-nose,' 'e-tongue' tech for prasadam testing

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will deploy a Rs 25 crore state-of-the-art food testing laboratory to ensure the quality of prasadam ghee.

24 Feb 2026
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Nidhi Chhibber appointed acting CEO of NITI Aayog

Nidhi Chhibber, Director General of the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office, has taken additional charge as NITI Aayog's CEO following BVR Subrahmanyam's term completion.

24 Feb 2026
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Unnao rape survivor relieved as SC stays rapist's bail

The survivor of the Unnao rape case is now studying law at Delhi University, aiming to fight for other victims of sexual assault.

24 Feb 2026
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Andhra Pradesh: 4 elderly people die after drinking adulterated milk

A chemical coolant leak from a vendor's freezer is suspected to have contaminated milk, causing four deaths in Andhra 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."

24 Feb 2026
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Air India's technical incidents spike to record high in January

Air India's technical issues, including engine oil and fuel leaks, hit a 14-month high in January, highlighting the increasing pressure on the airline's restructuring plans.

24 Feb 2026
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700-800 Indian med students stuck in Iran amid tensions

Indian students, particularly from Jammu and Kashmir, studying in Iran are seeking help to return home amid rising tensions, but upcoming March exams pose a significant obstacle.

24 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Helicopter makes emergency landing in sea, all 7 onboard safe

A Pawan Hans helicopter en route to Port Blair made an emergency sea landing near Mayabunder, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with all seven onboard rescued safely.

24 Feb 2026
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SC allows voter list updates during poll code freeze

The Supreme Court has invoked Article 142 to prevent eligible voters from being excluded due to procedural timelines in West Bengal's electoral roll revision.

24 Feb 2026
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Punjab to provide free food kits to low-income families

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the 'Meri Rasoi Yojna', a scheme to provide free quarterly food kits to 40 lakh families, starting April 2026.

24 Feb 2026
Port Blair

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala: IIT student attacked on campus, protests erupt

A female student from Tamil Nadu was allegedly assaulted by an unidentified person on the IIT Palakkad campus, leading to protests over security lapses.

24 Feb 2026
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Karnataka: 14-year-old boy dies of suspected heart attack

A 14-year-old student from Karnataka died of a suspected heart attack, raising concerns about increasing heart-related issues among young people.

24 Feb 2026
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Kerala: Retired principal arrested for attempting to molest minor

A retired school principal and motivational speaker, K C Shaju, was arrested in Kerala for allegedly attempting to sexually assault a minor seeking counselling.

24 Feb 2026
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Bihar cops bust ₹10-15 lakh 'fake pregnancy' job scam

A nationwide scam in India lured men with promises of money and property for impregnating women, only to defraud them of various fees.

24 Feb 2026
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Union Cabinet to discuss changing Kerala's name to 'Keralam'

The Union Cabinet is expected to approve a proposal to rename Kerala as 'Keralam', a significant political move ahead of state elections.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand air ambulance crash: No survivors among 7 on board

Rescue teams faced a challenging terrain and limited resources while retrieving bodies from a plane crash site in Jharkhand's Chatra district.

24 Feb 2026
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Karnataka: Boy dies while trying to save friend from attack

A class 10 student was fatally beaten after intervening in an assault near his school in Karnataka's Shivamogga district.

24 Feb 2026
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IYC president arrested for protest at AI summit

Uday Bhanu Chib, the National President of the Indian Youth Congress, has been arrested in connection with a shirtless protest during the AI Impact Summit.

24 Feb 2026
Delhi High Court

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Rob Jetten becomes youngest Dutch PM, Modi congratulates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Rob Jetten, the youngest ever prime minister of the Netherlands, on his recent assumption of office.

24 Feb 2026
Bangladesh

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.

24 Feb 2026
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When will Vande Bharat sleeper rake be ready?

The first 16-coach rake of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to be completed by March 2026, with full train rollout planned for the financial year 2027.

24 Feb 2026
Lucknow

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Punjab's new liquor policy: IMFL prices to go up

Punjab's new excise policy targets a revenue increase of Rs 1780 crore, leading to a price rise in Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and Imported Foreign Liquor (IFL).

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand air ambulance crash kills family on way to hospital

In a bid to save Sanjay, a 41-year-old restaurant owner from Chandwa, his family borrowed nearly Rs 8 lakh for an air ambulance that tragically crashed.

24 Feb 2026
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NEET aspirant missing for 6 days found dead in canal

A 23-year-old NEET aspirant, missing for six days, was found dead in a canal near Kota, Rajasthan. The deceased had been preparing for the exam in Kota for the past five years.

24 Feb 2026
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Holi colors can be harmful; know how to stay safe

The vibrant colours of Holi 2026 may carry hidden health risks, with synthetic powders potentially causing skin, eye and lung damage.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand: Air ambulance crash kills all 7 on board

An air ambulance from Ranchi to Delhi, which crashed killing all seven on board, had requested a route change due to bad weather before losing contact.

24 Feb 2026
Bihar

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Rajasthan: Toxic water kills 20 cows; locals blame nearby mines

In Rajasthan's Pali district, 20 cows have died and grazing lands destroyed after toxic water from nearby mines contaminated the area.

24 Feb 2026
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Patna court refuses to hand over Bihar IG to Andhra

A Patna court denied the Andhra Pradesh Police's transit remand application to arrest Bihar-cadre IG-rank IPS officer Sunil Kumar Naik, citing procedural lapses.

24 Feb 2026
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ASI report on Bhojshala site: Mosque built using Hindu temple parts

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has reported that the Kamal Maula mosque at Madhya Pradesh's Bhojshala complex was constructed using parts of ancient temples.

24 Feb 2026
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Rajasthan transfers 21 IPS officers in major reshuffle

The Rajasthan government has announced a significant reshuffle, transferring 21 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to new posts across the state.

24 Feb 2026
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Bullet train in India: Loco pilots learning Japanese 'point-and-call' technique

Indian railway professionals are learning Japan's 'point-and-call' safety technique for the upcoming Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor.

24 Feb 2026
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Congress leader assaulted by Hindutva activist in Pune

Hanumant Pawar, a Congress party spokesperson, was allegedly attacked by Hindutva activist Tushar Damgude following a debate at Pudhari News office in Pune.

24 Feb 2026
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Chandigarh: Youth kills wife for rejecting him; caste angle probed

A 22-year-old Panjab University student was fatally stabbed by a man, following her refusal of his marriage proposal, in Chandigarh's Fragrance Garden.

24 Feb 2026
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Lucknow: 5 dead, 45 injured as bus flips on expressway

An ill-fated bus involved in a recent accident was found to have been illegally modified to accommodate more passengers, violating transport norms.

24 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

24 Feb 2026
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Goa: 300 people march to TCP minister's house over land

Hundreds marched to the residence of Goa Minister Vishwajit Rane, protesting a law that allows conversion of non-settlement zones into construction areas.

24 Feb 2026
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Mobile quality control vans to check highway construction

The Indian government has initiated a project using Mobile Quality Control Vans (MQCVs) to monitor and ensure the quality of National Highway projects.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand: Air ambulance on medical evacuation crashes, 7 dead

An air ambulance crashed in Jharkhand, killing all seven on board, after losing contact with Air Traffic Control 20 minutes post takeoff.

24 Feb 2026
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Tamil Nadu doctors to boycott work if demands not met

The Legal Coordination Committee (LCC) for Government Doctors has voiced disappointment over the lack of announcements in the Tamil Nadu budget to fulfil their demands.

24 Feb 2026
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Jharkhand: Air ambulance crash-lands, all 7 onboard dead

An air ambulance en route from Ranchi to Delhi crashed in Jharkhand's Chatra district, resulting in the death of all seven people on board.

24 Feb 2026
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Tutor rapes 13-year-old student, gives her abortion pills in Lucknow

A private tutor in Lucknow has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl repeatedly and forcing her to take abortion pills, according to police.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi traffic hit badly due to Bar Council elections

Special traffic arrangements for Bar Council of Delhi elections caused severe traffic disruptions in central and south Delhi on Monday.

24 Feb 2026
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IDFC First Bank hit by ₹590 crore fraud

Months before the ₹590-crore fraud alert, the Haryana finance department had issued warnings about potential deviations in bank account operations and fixed deposit management.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi: 3 minors stab teen to death over cigarette

A 17-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by three teenagers in Mangolpuri, Delhi, following a dispute over cigarettes.

24 Feb 2026
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2 senior Maoist leaders surrender in Telangana: Report

The anticipated surrender of top CPI(Maoist) leaders, including Thippiri Tirupahii alias Devji, could prompt remaining cadres to abandon extremism and join mainstream society.

24 Feb 2026
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Delhi roads to get ₹4,200cr upgrade: Which agency is doing what

The Delhi government plans a ₹4,222 crore redevelopment of over 2,100km of roads to improve the city's infrastructure and address coordination gaps.

24 Feb 2026
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Rajasthan sisters, 14 and 16, forced into prostitution by father

A man has been implicated in a child prostitution racket, accused of forcing his two minor daughters into the trade, according to Navi Mumbai police.

24 Feb 2026
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Uttarakhand BJP MLA assaults education director over school naming row

Employee organizations in Uttarakhand demand the arrest of BJP MLA Umesh Sharma Kau following an assault on the state's Director of Elementary Education, Ajay Naudiyal.

23 Feb 2026
Bengaluru

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.

23 Feb 2026
Indian Air Force

'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.

23 Feb 2026
Indian Army

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.

23 Feb 2026
India

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.

23 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

23 Feb 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru University

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.

23 Feb 2026
Israel

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.

23 Feb 2026
Bihar

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.

23 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

23 Feb 2026
Indian Air Force

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.

23 Feb 2026
Arunachal Pradesh

Weather update: Heavy rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu, Kerala

As February ends, the weather in India is witnessing a major change.

23 Feb 2026
Defence Ministry

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.

23 Feb 2026
Mexico

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.

23 Feb 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru University

JNU: Clashes break out between left groups, ABVP

Violence erupted at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus late on Sunday night.

22 Feb 2026
Punjab Police

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.

22 Feb 2026
Bangladesh

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).

22 Feb 2026
Bikaner

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.

22 Feb 2026
Jharkhand

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.

22 Feb 2026
Odisha

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.

22 Feb 2026
Telangana

'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.

22 Feb 2026
Indian Army

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.

22 Feb 2026
Ghaziabad

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.

22 Feb 2026
Uttar Pradesh

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.

22 Feb 2026
Chhattisgarh

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.

22 Feb 2026
Odisha

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.

22 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

22 Feb 2026
Delhi

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.

22 Feb 2026
Aadhaar

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.

21 Feb 2026
South Korea

Harsh Goenka mocks Galgotias University over Robodog controversy

Industrialist Harsh Goenka has taken a dig at Galgotias University after the recent Robodog controversy.

21 Feb 2026
Amritsar

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.

21 Feb 2026
Narendra Modi

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.

21 Feb 2026
Ayurveda

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.

21 Feb 2026
Haryana

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.

21 Feb 2026
Agriculture

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.

21 Feb 2026
Lashkar-e-Taiba

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.

21 Feb 2026
Electric Vehicles

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.

21 Feb 2026
Andhra Pradesh

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.

21 Feb 2026
Iran

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.

20 Feb 2026
Gujarat

Eloping in Gujarat? Government will alert parents via WhatsApp 

The Gujarat government has decided to tighten the registration rules for couples marrying after eloping.