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'What culture are we developing?': SC questions growing trend of election-time freebies

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday raised serious concerns over the growing trend of political parties announcing election-time "freebies." Court questioned whether indiscriminate welfare measures, such as blanket electricity subsidies, serve long-term public interest.

Feb 19, 2026

India AI Impact Summit reflects nation's powerful position in digital world: Jeet Adani

Jeet Adani endorsed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "AI for all," stressing inclusion and responsible AI development. He emphasised the importance of strengthening both digital and physical infrastructure, upskilling India's IT workforce into AI talent.

Feb 19, 2026

'AI is the biggest platform shift of our lifetimes; India's pace is striking, we must act boldly': Sundar Pichai

Pichai pointed to AI's real-world impact, noting that the Indian government used AI-powered forecasts to help farmers protect their livelihoods, while Google's AlphaFold protein-folding breakthrough is aiding over three million researchers globally in malaria vaccine development.

Feb 19, 2026

'Not about caste': Netflix deletes Ghooskhor Pandat promo after FIR on Yogi govt's direction; Manoj Bajpayee, Neeraj Pandey issue statements

SC disposes of plea against 'Ghooskhor Pandat' after filmmakers drop controversial title

Supreme Court disposed of a plea challenging the film Ghooskhor Pandat after filmmaker Neeraj Pandey confirmed that the controversial title and all promotional content had been withdrawn. The original PIL had alleged that the title defamed the Brahmin community by linking "Pandit" with "ghooskhor," violating constitutional protections.

Feb 19, 2026

From deepfakes to data sovereignty, Narendra Modi outlines India's AI roadmap

Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the MANAV Vision at the India AI Impact Summit, outlining a five-point framework for ethical and inclusive AI governance.

Feb 19, 2026

J&K makes historic entry into Maiden Ranji Trophy Final; beats Bengal by 6 wickets

J&K scripted cricketing history by defeating Bengal by six wickets to enter the Ranji Trophy final for the first time. Powered by a nine-wicket match haul from Auqib Nabi and a composed unbeaten knock from Vanshaj Sharma, J&K sealed a memorable victory despite early hiccups in the chase.

Feb 19, 2026

RCOM loan fraud: Anil Ambani files affidavit in SC; reiterates not to leave country

In the affidavit, Ambani stated he has not travelled abroad since July 2025 and has no plans to do so. He assured full cooperation with the ED and CBI for the investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. He said that he served only as a Non-Executive Director wand as not involved in daily operations.

Feb 19, 2026

Nearly a dozen Noida schools get bomb threats amid ongoing CBSE exams

Nearly a dozen schools in Noida received bomb threat emails during ongoing Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams, triggering panic. Police, bomb squads and dog units conducted searches. Cyber teams are tracing the email source, amid concerns following similar hoax threats last month.

Feb 19, 2026

Bill Gates not to deliver keynote address at AI Impact Summit, says Gates Foundation

Bill Gates will not deliver the keynote at the India AI Impact Summit 2026; Ankur Vora will represent the organisation in New Delhi. The decision follows speculation over his absence from the participants' list and controversy linked to reports about the Epstein files, while the foundation reaffirmed its commitment to its work in India.

Feb 19, 2026

Delhi's air quality improves to 'moderate' as AQI drops to 183

Air quality in Delhi-NCR improves to moderate level a day after light rain spell

Air quality in Delhi-NCR improved to 'moderate' (AQI 169) after light rain, leading to the revocation of Stage II of GRAP. The 24-hour average remained 'poor' at 214, with the Central Pollution Control Board and India Meteorological Department indicating AQI may hover between 'poor' and 'moderate' in the coming days.

Feb 19, 2026

Over 50 pc of India's AI jobs in Bengaluru, Delhi‑NCR

AI demand inevitable at population scale like mobile data, UPI: Yotta Data Services' Co-founder

Sunil Gupta, CEO of Yotta Data Services highlighted that while India has strong AI talent and data resources, the key gap was large-scale GPU infrastructure. Gupta emphasised that expanding domestic compute capacity will help India scale AI innovation and reduce reliance on offshore infrastructure.

Feb 19, 2026

Stage II GRAP curbs revoked in NCR as Delhi AQI improves

Forecasts by the India Meteorological Department and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology suggest AQI levels are likely to remain in the 'Poor' to 'Moderate' range. While Stage II curbs have been lifted, Stage I measures will continue with strict enforcement

Feb 18, 2026

'Emergency in Karnataka': BJP on Cong govt restricting media movement in Vidhana Soudha

The Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR) directed journalists to conduct interviews only at a designated spot near the West Gate and barred them from following the Chief Minister and other dignitaries inside the premises.

Feb 18, 2026

PM Modi, Bhutanese counterpart discuss solidifying partnership in several key sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay reviewed bilateral cooperation across key sectors, including energy, connectivity, development partnership and people-to-people ties, on the sidelines of the India-AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Feb 18, 2026

ED freezes assets worth Rs 39 lakh of actor Jayasurya in app fraud case

Investigators found that nearly ₹1 crore was transferred from the prime accused, Sadiq Rahim of Thrissur, to accounts linked to Jayasurya and his wife. The actor has stated the amount was remuneration for promotional services, but the ED is scrutinising his financial records and contracts further.

Feb 18, 2026

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'What culture are we developing?': SC questions growing trend of election-time freebies

India AI Impact Summit reflects nation's powerful position in digital world: Jeet Adani

'AI is the biggest platform shift of our lifetimes; India's pace is striking, we must act boldly': Sundar Pichai

SC disposes of plea against 'Ghooskhor Pandat' after filmmakers drop controversial title

From deepfakes to data sovereignty, Narendra Modi outlines India's AI roadmap

J&K makes historic entry into Maiden Ranji Trophy Final; beats Bengal by 6 wickets

RCOM loan fraud: Anil Ambani files affidavit in SC; reiterates not to leave country

Nearly a dozen Noida schools get bomb threats amid ongoing CBSE exams

Bill Gates not to deliver keynote address at AI Impact Summit, says Gates Foundation

Air quality in Delhi-NCR improves to moderate level a day after light rain spell

AI demand inevitable at population scale like mobile data, UPI: Yotta Data Services' Co-founder

Stage II GRAP curbs revoked in NCR as Delhi AQI improves

'Emergency in Karnataka': BJP on Cong govt restricting media movement in Vidhana Soudha

PM Modi, Bhutanese counterpart discuss solidifying partnership in several key sectors

ED freezes assets worth Rs 39 lakh of actor Jayasurya in app fraud case

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

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