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Stones thrown at Vande Bharat Express in UP; Mohan Bhagwat on board, window cracked

The stone-pelting took place at approximately 3:20 PM when the train was headed towards Delhi. According to railway sources, at least one stone struck the window of coach C4, resulting in a visible crack in the glass.

Feb 20, 2026

Sealed borders push Dawood Syndicate to ramp up local drug production

Tightened security along the India-Pakistan border, especially in Punjab and along the LoC, has disrupted traditional drug smuggling routes used by Pakistan-based cartels. As a result, the D-Company (Dawood Syndicate) has shifted focus to large-scale local drug manufacturing within India.

Feb 20, 2026

New Delhi can count on us with Rafale deal, 'Make in India' is at the core: Emmanuel Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron said India can rely on France for the Rafale deal, with 'Make in India' at its core, and signalled expanded defence cooperation, including submarines. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, he welcomed India's approval of 114 Rafale jets, most to be manufactured in India.

Feb 19, 2026

King Charles issues first statement after brother ex-Prince Andrew's arrest in Epstein files controversy

n a statement issued by the Royal family, it quoted Charles saying they are in deep concern after learning the news of Andrew's arrest and assured British authorities of full and wholehearted support and co-operation, during the legal process and further investigation.

Feb 19, 2026

Online Gaming Act: GameKraft refrains from challenging govt on real-money gaming ban

Online gaming syndicate busted: Hyderabad GST sleuths arrest alleged mastermind in Rs 13,000 crore racket; Adsum Advisory founder held

The DGGI's Hyderabad unit has uncovered a Rs 13,000 crore online gaming syndicate involving illegal operations via fintech firms. Pankaj Kumar, a key mastermind, has been arrested as investigations continue, highlighting fraudulent KYC practices and substantial financial misconduct linked to online gaming activities.

Feb 19, 2026

Kiren Rijiju releases NIGRANI app, Haj wrist band, AI chatbots

Kiren Rijiju on Thursday launched the NIGRANI App under the PMJVK scheme and unveiled the Haj wrist band and AI chatbots at a 'Chintan Shivir' held at Nalanda University. The app aims to boost transparency and real-time monitoring of infrastructure projects in minority-concentrated areas

Feb 19, 2026

J&K names Shantmanu as SEC; Panchayat, ULB elections likely soon

The J&K administration has appointed former IAS officer Shantmanu as State Election Commissioner, ending a key vacancy that had stalled local body polls. With the tenure of Panchayats, Municipal bodies, and DDCs nearing or already expired, the move is expected to accelerate preparations for long-pending Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies elections, likely in 2026.

Feb 19, 2026

'No relatives here, don't want her to suffer': Ex-ISRO employee who killed wife in Bengaluru told police

A former ISRO employee was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly strangling his wife, reportedly due to depression and a planned suicide attempt. Police say he later panicked and contacted an acquaintance.

Feb 19, 2026

'Our representative manning the pavilion was ill-informed': Galgotias apologises after Chinese-made robot display sparks AI Summit controversy

Galgotias apologises after Chinese-made robot display sparks AI Summit controversy

A row has erupted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, after Galgotias University showcased 'Orion', a Chinese-made robotic dog. The robot in question is the Unitree Go2, a commercially available model from the Chinese robotics company Unitree that is sold online in India, priced between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 3 lakh.

Feb 19, 2026

Reliance Group to invest Rs 10 lakh crore in AI, create new high-skill work opportunities: Mukesh Ambani

Ambani said the biggest challenge in AI today is the high cost and scarcity of computing power. To address this, Jio Intelligence will build sovereign AI infrastructure through gigawatt-scale data centres in Jamnagar, green energy integration, and a nationwide edge computing network.

Feb 19, 2026

Karnataka healthcare system 'crumbling': BJP demands Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao's resignation

Ashoka warned that delays in payment could disrupt essential diagnostic services, severely affecting poor and middle-class patients, including accident victims and cancer patients. He questioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over the delay in releasing funds and urged him to remove the Health Minister from the cabinet.

Feb 19, 2026

'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

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Stones thrown at Vande Bharat Express in UP; Mohan Bhagwat on board, window cracked

Sealed borders push Dawood Syndicate to ramp up local drug production

New Delhi can count on us with Rafale deal, 'Make in India' is at the core: Emmanuel Macron

King Charles issues first statement after brother ex-Prince Andrew's arrest in Epstein files controversy

Online gaming syndicate busted: Hyderabad GST sleuths arrest alleged mastermind in Rs 13,000 crore racket; Adsum Advisory founder held

Kiren Rijiju releases NIGRANI app, Haj wrist band, AI chatbots

J&K names Shantmanu as SEC; Panchayat, ULB elections likely soon

'No relatives here, don't want her to suffer': Ex-ISRO employee who killed wife in Bengaluru told police

Galgotias apologises after Chinese-made robot display sparks AI Summit controversy

Reliance Group to invest Rs 10 lakh crore in AI, create new high-skill work opportunities: Mukesh Ambani

Karnataka healthcare system 'crumbling': BJP demands Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao's resignation

'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

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

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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