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Delhi: Namo Bharat Rapid Rail trial run conducted successfully

Namo Bharat Rapid Rail is a short-distance, high-speed regional transit service operating on an inter-city network. The trains have been designed and developed by Indian Railways at the Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala, Punjab.

2026-02-20T15:30:03.513430+00:00 IST

HP: Kufri’s winter charm draws tourists, boosts local livelihoods

Although snow-based adventure activities have slowed due to thinning snow cover, visitors continue to arrive and enjoy the scenic landscapes, viewpoints and orchard trails. Local tourism operators, including guides, taxi drivers, hoteliers and horse owners, said this year's snowfall significantly boosted their income after a gap of several years.

2026-02-20T15:12:07.933990+00:00 IST

BMW accident case accused Gagan Preet Kaur moves plea for supply

Patiala House Court has issued notice to the investigation officer (IO) and listed the matter for hearing on March 20.

2026-02-20T15:10:50.271658+00:00 IST

"What is illegal offline is illegal online": Vaishnaw on SGI...

"Many countries are already moving to bring in regulations on SGI. Many have congratulated India on our approach. In fact, three countries have explicitly said they would like to make their framework like India's. Our template is 'bahut accha' (very good)," Vaishnaw said.

2026-02-20T15:00:04.773358+00:00 IST

NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of assault on journalist covering

The Commission has observed that the contents of the news report, if true, raise a serious issue of violation of the human rights of the victim. Therefore, it has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two Weeks.

2026-02-20T14:08:42.465821+00:00 IST

Andhra Pradesh Govt constitutes one-man commission to probe

The panel has been tasked with examining the Self-Contained Note (SCN) submitted by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and recommending suitable action against erring committee members and senior officers of TTD for lapses, omissions, and failures in the relaxation and enforcement of ghee tender conditions.

2026-02-20T14:07:09.701150+00:00 IST

BJP's Tarun Chugh on Youth Congress' protest at AI Summit

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tarun Chugh on Friday criticised the opposition act and said that "Rahul Gandhi kept hatching" every despicable conspiracy under the "foreign toolkit."

2026-02-20T13:55:56.302815+00:00 IST

Eyewitness recounts Youth Congress' protests at AI Summit

Eyewitnesses at the summit condemned the 'shirtless' protest, stating that the opposition intended to create a ruckus and disrupt the summit. Speaking to ANI, one of the eyewitnesses said that the protest gave a bad image to the country.

2026-02-20T13:54:44.244264+00:00 IST

Madhya Pradesh to launch State AI Mission

The initiative is positioned as the next phase of the state's broader digital transformation strategy and is aligned with key policy frameworks covering IT/ITeS, startups, industrial development, MSMEs, and renewable energy, according to a release.

2026-02-20T13:54:05.364024+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM announces Maa Chandika tempel complex reconstructi

During the visit, the Chief Minister offered prayers at the Maa Chandika temple, participated in the Maha Yagya, and performed rituals amid Vedic chanting, seeking the blessings of Maa Chandika and praying for the prosperity and well-being of the state.

2026-02-20T13:43:54.742605+00:00 IST

“Hindi and local languages are two sisters of same mother”: Amit

Addressing the Joint Regional Official Language Conference (Rajbhasha Sammelan) for the Eastern, North-Eastern and Northern Regions in Agartala, Shah said promoting Hindi ultimately strengthens all languages and fosters unity in India's diverse linguistic landscape, highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to encourage the use and learning of India's rich linguistic heritage.

2026-02-20T13:33:11.829512+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out in plastic sack warehouse in Erode

Operations are underway to douse the blaze.

2026-02-20T13:23:25.788386+00:00 IST

Ancestral property not immune from attachment under PMLA: Delhi H

A division bench of Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Ravinder Dudeja held that the law does not carve out any exception for ancestral properties.

2026-02-20T13:21:00.489114+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand Kumbh Mela 2027: Mela Officer inspects Haridwar stati

Considering the likelihood of a large influx of pilgrims via railways during the Kumbh Mela, ground-level efforts have been intensified to provide additional facilities and necessary arrangements at Haridwar and other nearby railway stations.

2026-02-20T13:20:21.778001+00:00 IST

Delhi HC issues notice to ED on bail pleas of former CMD Manoj

His regular bail plea was rejected by the Patiala House Court on February 16.

2026-02-20T12:56:00.858922+00:00 IST

“What Congress could not do in fifty years, we did in ten years”

Addressing a public gathering in Silchar, Shah highlighted the government's infrastructure achievements, noting that in the last five years, Assam witnessed 14 kilometres of road constructed daily, hundreds of bridges completed and four major new bridges inaugurated.

2026-02-20T12:55:20.384493+00:00 IST

Delhi HC issues notice to Centre on plea seeking media restraint

Father of minor driver has moved a petition for restraining media and social media from illegal publication, disclosure and viral dissemination of identifying material of the petitioner under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.

2026-02-20T12:54:07.885993+00:00 IST

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan condemns IYC protest

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday condemned a protest by Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, calling it "shameless" and accusing the Congress party of displaying an "anti-India mindset."

2026-02-20T12:13:31.334780+00:00 IST

Assam CM inaugurates Star Cement plant in Cachar

It may be noted that the state-of-the art green field unit, with an annual capacity of two million tonnes and powered by advanced German technology, the cement plant is the first private cement plant in the region with its own railway siding, ensuring faster connectivity and supply.

2026-02-20T12:11:12.386756+00:00 IST

Congress' Rahul Gandhi visits Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence

Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday visited Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's residence in New Delhi.

2026-02-20T11:27:25.430132+00:00 IST

Will no longer remain silent: IYC workers on 'shirtless' protest

Addressing the issue at the AI Summit, Indian Youth Congress National President Uday Bhanu Chib said that the youth of the country "will no longer remain silent."

2026-02-20T11:22:10.364098+00:00 IST