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Two women cadres among six militants held in Manipur; arms, IED recovered

Security forces in Manipur arrested six hardcore militants, including two women cadres, linked to insurgent groups. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the militants, and an improvised explosive device (IED) containing 10 kg of explosives was defused.

Feb 15, 2026

Mahashivratri 2026: PM Modi, President Murmu, Rahul Gandhi, and leaders extend heartfelt wishes, pray to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati

Mahashivratri 2026: PM Modi, President Murmu, Rahul Gandhi, leaders extend heartfelt wishes, pray to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati

Mahashivratri, one of the most significant Hindu festivals, is celebrated to honor Lord Shiva and commemorate his divine union with Goddess Parvati. Devotees and leaders thronged nearby temples to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Feb 15, 2026

FM Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with top leaders in Germany

Discussions covered bilateral trade, defence, manufacturing, digital payments, climate-friendly technology, and investment opportunities. Sitharaman highlighted India's budget provisions allowing EU banks to open up to 15 branches over four years.

Feb 15, 2026

Pakistan: PTI alleges secret hospital transfer plan for Imran Khan, calls it 'risk to his life'

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has alleged that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being secretly transferred from Adiala Jail to a hospital for medical treatment without informing his family, calling it a "serious risk to his life" and a violation of his fundamental rights.

Feb 15, 2026

Karnataka student pursuing Master's at University of California, Berkeley reported missing in East Bay area

Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California

A 22-year-old Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah from Karnataka, was found dead in California six days after going missing near the University of California. His backpack, containing his passport and laptop, was found near Tilden Regional Park.

Feb 15, 2026

'Vocal cords aren't given only to you': Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at SP MP Jaya Bachchan's 'you're a great storyteller' jibe in Rajya Sabha

The confrontation began when Bachchan interrupted Sitharaman's response regarding budget allocations for the entertainment sector. Bachchan questioned finance minister's explanation related to the entertainment industry and raised concerns about taxation leading to increased ticket prices.

Feb 14, 2026

Karnataka student pursuing Master's at University of California, Berkeley reported missing in East Bay area

Police said Sreenivasaiah was last seen in the 1700 block of Dwight Way, near McGee Avenue. He is described as six feet one inches, weighing about 160 pounds, with short black hair and brown eyes. The police identified him as Indian.

Feb 14, 2026

A portion of a parapet wall from an under-construction Metro bridge collapsed onto LBS Road in Mulund (West), Mumbai, killing one person and injuring at least four others. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed grief and announced Rs 5 lak

1 killed, 3 injured as concrete slab from under-construction Metro falls on vehicles in Mulund West

One person was killed and three injured when a large concrete slab from Mumbai Metro Line 4 collapsed onto vehicles on LBS Marg, Mulund West, Saturday around 12:20 pm. Rescue teams rushed to the scene to free trapped victims. Traffic was disrupted, and authorities cordoned off the area. The cause of the collapse is under investigation.

Feb 14, 2026

US senators urge Quad summit before Trump-Xi meeting to strengthen leverage

Two senior US senators, Tim Kaine and Pete Ricketts, have called on the Trump administration to convene a Quad Leaders' Summit—comprising the US, India, Japan, and Australia—before President Trump's planned April meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Feb 14, 2026

Govt backs startups with Rs 10,000 crore fund, focus on deep tech

The fund aims to mobilise long-term domestic capital, strengthen the venture capital ecosystem, and support innovation-driven entrepreneurship, with a special focus on deep tech and technology-led manufacturing.

Feb 14, 2026

R. Ashoka urges Siddaramaiah to earmark Rs 15,000 crore for backward regions

Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to allocate at least Rs 15,000 crore in the upcoming Karnataka Budget. He called for a separate and exclusive allocation, warning against merging funds from other departments or development boards to inflate figures.

Feb 14, 2026

Panic at Kolkata airport as bomb note found in IndiGo aircraft lavatory

A bomb scare was reported on a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata after a handwritten note claiming a bomb was found in the aircraft lavatory before takeoff. The flight, scheduled to depart at 9:15 a.m.

Feb 14, 2026

PM Modi in Assam: Prime Minister witnesses IAF display as Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Rafale take off at Dibrugarh's Moran ELF after historic landing

PM witnesses IAF display as Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Rafale take off at Dibrugarh's Moran ELF

Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed an Indian Air Force air display at the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Moran, Dibrugarh, where fighter jets including Sukhoi Su-30MKI and Rafale successfully took off and landed on the highway strip

Feb 14, 2026

Wreath-laying ceremony, blood donation camp mark Pulwama remembrance in J&K

The Pulwama attack took place on February 14, 2019, when a suicide bomber targeted a CRPF convoy on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killing 40 personnel. The Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsibility.

Feb 14, 2026

India positioned to lead AI growth with talent and infrastructure, say tech leaders

Industry leaders and AI experts have called the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi a pivotal event for India and the Global South. Vivek Mohindra of Dell Technologies highlighted India's talent, IT strength, and the role of public-private partnerships in building sovereign AI infrastructure

Feb 14, 2026

Tech leaders, governments push AI-cybersecurity partnership between India and Israel

The India–Israel AI-Cybersecurity Connect, held February 11 in Palo Alto, drew more than 130 founders, venture capitalists, and cybersecurity experts. The event was hosted by the Consulate General of India in San Francisco, the Consulate General of Israel, and Venture Dock.

Feb 14, 2026

Every Indian draws strength from their enduring courage: PM Modi pays tribute to Pulwama martyrs, remembering their valour and sacrifice

PM Modi pays tribute to Pulwama martyrs, remembers their valour and sacrifice

In a post on X, PM Modi posted, "Remembering the brave heroes who laid down their lives in Pulwama on this day in 2019. Their devotion, resolve and service to the nation remain forever etched in our collective consciousness. Every Indian draws strength from their enduring courage."

Feb 14, 2026

Govt procures record 1.92 crore metric tonnes of pulses: Agriculture Minister

Chouhan noted that while India had 38 per cent of the global area under pulses cultivation, its share in production was only 28 per cent, reflecting low productivity due to old seed varieties, low seed replacement rates and adverse weather.

Feb 14, 2026

China rehearses cyber operations on power, energy, and transport networks: report

Citing a cache of leaked technical documents, cybersecurity news publications, 'Recorded Future News' reported that China appears to be using a covert training platform designed to simulate cyberattacks against the critical infrastructure of its closest neighbours.

Feb 14, 2026

Aviation regulator issues notice to Air India crew over safety issues

Air India fined for operating Airbus A320 without mandatory Airworthiness Review Certificate

The DGCA order, imposing the fine, stated that the Airbus A320 aircraft was flown on multiple sectors, including flights connecting New Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, between November 24 and 25 last year, without a mandatory Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC).

Feb 14, 2026

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Articles by IBT News Desk

Two women cadres among six militants held in Manipur; arms, IED recovered

Mahashivratri 2026: PM Modi, President Murmu, Rahul Gandhi, leaders extend heartfelt wishes, pray to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati

FM Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with top leaders in Germany

Pakistan: PTI alleges secret hospital transfer plan for Imran Khan, calls it 'risk to his life'

Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California

'Vocal cords aren't given only to you': Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at SP MP Jaya Bachchan's 'you're a great storyteller' jibe in Rajya Sabha

Karnataka student pursuing Master's at University of California, Berkeley reported missing in East Bay area

1 killed, 3 injured as concrete slab from under-construction Metro falls on vehicles in Mulund West

US senators urge Quad summit before Trump-Xi meeting to strengthen leverage

Govt backs startups with Rs 10,000 crore fund, focus on deep tech

R. Ashoka urges Siddaramaiah to earmark Rs 15,000 crore for backward regions

Panic at Kolkata airport as bomb note found in IndiGo aircraft lavatory

PM witnesses IAF display as Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Rafale take off at Dibrugarh's Moran ELF

Wreath-laying ceremony, blood donation camp mark Pulwama remembrance in J&K

India positioned to lead AI growth with talent and infrastructure, say tech leaders

Tech leaders, governments push AI-cybersecurity partnership between India and Israel

PM Modi pays tribute to Pulwama martyrs, remembers their valour and sacrifice

Govt procures record 1.92 crore metric tonnes of pulses: Agriculture Minister

China rehearses cyber operations on power, energy, and transport networks: report

Air India fined for operating Airbus A320 without mandatory Airworthiness Review Certificate

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