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Amazon opens 2nd largest Asia office in Bengaluru for 7,000 employees

The 12-storey campus spanning across 1.1 million square feet, will support over 7,000 employees across ecommerce, operations, payments, technology, and seller services in India, the company said in a statement.

Feb 23, 2026

Who was El Mencho; "deadliest, ruthless" drug kingpin killed in Mexico military op

US Department of State issued advisories for American citizens, while US officials said the operation marked a significant blow to organised crime. Analysts, however, warned that eliminating cartel leaders can spark further instability and violence.

Feb 23, 2026

'Bringing world together to discuss AI': PM Modi welcomes world leaders, innovators, policymakers for Summit

'Entire world wholeheartedly praised India's capabilities': PM Modi on AI Summit

Narendra Modi said the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam showcased India's AI capabilities to the world, earning global praise. He highlighted the country's youth-driven innovation ecosystem and stressed research, experimentation, and ethical responsibility in advancing artificial intelligence.

Feb 23, 2026

FBI 'dedicating all necessary resources' to probe fatal shooting at Mar-a-Lago

A 21-year-old North Carolina man was shot dead by US Secret Service agents after breaching the perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, the Florida residence of Donald Trump. He allegedly raised a shotgun when ordered to drop it, prompting officers to open fire.

Feb 23, 2026

Army Public School in Delhi's Dhaula Kuan gets bomb threat; probe underway

Army Public School Dhaula Kuan received a bomb threat via email. Similar threats were recently sent to CRPF Public School Rohini, St. Thomas' School Dwarka and DAV Centenary Public School Paschim Enclave, later declared hoaxes.

Feb 23, 2026

Trump weighs strike as Iran allies hold back

While Iran has strengthened ties with China and Russia — including recent naval drills in the Gulf of Oman and planned exercises in the Strait of Hormuz — both nations appear reluctant to provide direct military support in a conflict with the US.

Feb 23, 2026

Jodhpur wedding horror: Two sisters found dead just hours before their big moment. No suicide note, but poison angle suspected

Two sisters allegedly died by suicide after consuming poison in Manai village in Jodhpur while preparing for their weddings scheduled for Saturday. Their health deteriorated early Friday morning, and they were rushed to a private hospital, where they were declared dead on arrival, police said.

Feb 22, 2026

'If you want to see me alive…': 19-year-old's SOS leads to arrest of dating app partner in Gurugram for pouring sanitiser on her private parts

A 19-year-old Tripura student was confined and assaulted by her live-in partner in Gurugram after meeting him on a dating app. She sent an SOS to her mother, prompting police to rescue her and arrest the accused. Sexual assault charges have been added, and she is undergoing treatment in Delhi

Feb 22, 2026

Armed man shot dead after trying to enter Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida

An armed man was shot dead by Secret Service agents after breaching security at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. The suspect, reportedly carrying a shotgun, was killed during a confrontation. No officers were injured. Authorities are investigating the motive, and the agents involved have been placed on administrative leave.

Feb 22, 2026

India, US reschedule meeting on interim trade deal

India and the US have postponed talks on an interim trade deal to review the impact of the US Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump's tariffs. The February 23 meeting in Washington will be rescheduled.

Feb 22, 2026

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi remembers Kerala's youngest organ donor, who gave life to others

In his radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered 10-month-old Aalin Sherin Abraham from Kerala, who became the state's youngest organ donor after being declared brain dead following an accident in Pathanamthitta district.

Feb 22, 2026

'Revered leaders cannot be above law': Maulana Rashidi demands strict action in Avimukteshwaranand case

All India Imam Organisation chief Maulana Sajid Rashidi condemned Swami Avimukteshwaranand after a Prayagraj court ordered an FIR under the POCSO Act for alleged sexual abuse of minors. Calling the case "deeply disturbing,"

Feb 22, 2026

'For them, AI is Anti-India': BJP blasts Cong over shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam

'Gandi aur nangi rajneeti': PM Modi slams Congress over 'shirtless' protest at AI summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party over its "shirtless" protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, accusing it of politicising a global platform. He said the opposition indulged in "gandi aur nangi" politics at an international event.

Feb 22, 2026

From Microsoft to Nvidia: Global firms announce massive AI bets on India

At a major AI summit in India, global tech giants pledged hundreds of billions in AI investments. Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Alphabet plan up to $700 billion this year, while Reliance and Adani announced $110B and $100B for AI infrastructure. OpenAI, AMD, Tata, and Blackstone also backed Indian AI projects.

Feb 22, 2026

JeM commander among two terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter

A top commander of Jaish-e-Mohammad was among two terrorists killed in an encounter with joint security forces in Kishtwar district during Operation Trashi-I. The Army's White Knight Corps, along with J&K Police and the CRPF, neutralised the militants and recovered two AK-47 rifles.

Feb 22, 2026

Tariffs on India to drop to 10 pc temporarily, says White House

US tariff refund could be a 'mess' but a psychological deterrent for future: SBI report

US President Donald Trump has now raised global tariffs to 15 per cent, invoking Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, a move that escalates his trade offensive a day after the US Supreme Court struck down much of his earlier tariffs.

Feb 22, 2026

Red Fort, Temple targets on radar: ISI-backed module busted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

Police recovered eight mobile phones and 16 SIM cards, and said the accused used fake Aadhaar cards and communicated via social media. Some of the suspects had reportedly travelled to Delhi during the AI Summit and displayed pro-"Free Kashmir" posters.

Feb 22, 2026

Topmost Maoist Devji 'surrenders' before Telangana Police

Top Maoist leader Thippiri Tirupati alias Devji, general secretary of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist), has reportedly surrendered before Telangana Police in Asifabad forests, along with 16 other Maoists.

Feb 22, 2026

Pakistan providing terror groups with operational space: Report

A report by the Afghan Diaspora Network alleges that Pakistan's military establishment is giving radical Islamist groups, including Hamas and the Muslim Brotherhood, operational space, while continuing to back UN-designated outfits such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad.

Feb 22, 2026

Trump lifts global tariff to 15%, cites Section 122 of Trade Act of 1974

In a post on Truth Social, Trump criticised the Supreme Court's decision and said the 15 per cent rate, the maximum allowed under the statute, would take effect immediately. He signalled that his administration would soon determine and issue new, legally permissible tariffs.

Feb 22, 2026

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Articles by IBT News Desk

Amazon opens 2nd largest Asia office in Bengaluru for 7,000 employees

Who was El Mencho; "deadliest, ruthless" drug kingpin killed in Mexico military op

'Entire world wholeheartedly praised India's capabilities': PM Modi on AI Summit

FBI 'dedicating all necessary resources' to probe fatal shooting at Mar-a-Lago

Army Public School in Delhi's Dhaula Kuan gets bomb threat; probe underway

Trump weighs strike as Iran allies hold back

Jodhpur wedding horror: Two sisters found dead just hours before their big moment. No suicide note, but poison angle suspected

'If you want to see me alive…': 19-year-old's SOS leads to arrest of dating app partner in Gurugram for pouring sanitiser on her private parts

Armed man shot dead after trying to enter Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida

India, US reschedule meeting on interim trade deal

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi remembers Kerala's youngest organ donor, who gave life to others

'Revered leaders cannot be above law': Maulana Rashidi demands strict action in Avimukteshwaranand case

'Gandi aur nangi rajneeti': PM Modi slams Congress over 'shirtless' protest at AI summit

From Microsoft to Nvidia: Global firms announce massive AI bets on India

JeM commander among two terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter

US tariff refund could be a 'mess' but a psychological deterrent for future: SBI report

Red Fort, Temple targets on radar: ISI-backed module busted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

Topmost Maoist Devji 'surrenders' before Telangana Police

Pakistan providing terror groups with operational space: Report

Trump lifts global tariff to 15%, cites Section 122 of Trade Act of 1974

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

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