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NGT orders proper sealing of illegal borewells in Delhi

The direction was passed on February 20, while hearing an execution application filed in connection with the alleged illegal operation of borewells in Rohini and Shakti Nagar areas.

2026-02-20T11:06:21.128887+00:00 IST

HP govt expands ambit of 'Indira Gandhi Sukh Shiksha' scheme

According to Himachal Pradesh CMO, the scheme, which is designed to provide comprehensive support in the areas of education, health and nutrition to children of widows, destitute or divorced women and disabled parents, has now been amended to benefit eligible daughters up to 27 years of age to pursue higher education.

2026-02-20T10:52:17.413354+00:00 IST

On Cong protest, Vaishnaw says keep AI Summit "above politics"

Earlier today a group of Indian Youth Congress members staged a protest at the Bharat Mandapam venue of the AI Impact India Summit in the national capital by removing their shirts that had slogans which read "Compromised PM"..

2026-02-20T10:49:45.679316+00:00 IST

Shekhawat targets Rahul Gandhi after IYC protest at AI summit

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Friday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following a protest by workers of the Indian Youth Congress at Bharat Mandapam during the AI Summit.

2026-02-20T10:39:15.393124+00:00 IST

“Congress' arrogance and frustration on display”: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of attempting to "humiliate India" after members of the Indian Youth Congress staged a shirtless protest at the AI Summit in the national capital.

2026-02-20T10:01:11.631587+00:00 IST

India key player in global AI landscape, says Vice President

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan emphasised that AI enhances accuracy and generates widespread societal benefits, thereby ensuring good governance, as he met with a group of CEOs and delegates participating in the India AI Summit 2026 at Upa Rashtrapati Bhavan.

2026-02-20T09:59:04.032564+00:00 IST

Delhi HC grants bail in NDPS case

The case dates back to August 10, 2025, when an accident allegedly involving a Mahindra Thar vehicle led to the death of two persons.

2026-02-20T09:42:51.438991+00:00 IST

Non-earning wife entitled to maintenance despite education: HC

Delhi High Court ruled that a non-earning wife cannot be denied maintenance merely for being educated, holding that managing a household and raising a child are real contributions. The court directed Rs 50,000 monthly to the wife and Rs 40,000 to the child, rejecting the argument that non-employment equals "idleness."

2026-02-20T09:42:21.703222+00:00 IST

CBI arrests proclaimed offender in disproportionate assets case

The case was registered on June 17, 2008, against Chandra Shekhar, then GM, BSNL, Rohtak, Santosh Kumar and others on allegations of conspiracy, cheating and forgery.

2026-02-20T09:39:59.984449+00:00 IST

"Legal action underway," Delhi Police

He said the protestors were wearing sweaters and jackets over objectionable T-shirts. Near Hall Number 5, one of them removed his outer clothing and waved the T-shirt in protest. The official added that appropriate legal action is being taken and that those detained are being identified.

2026-02-20T09:32:21.186092+00:00 IST

"MK Stalin Should Return as Chief Minister”: Ayyappan

OPS-supporting MLA Ayyappan stated in the Assembly that M K Stalin must once again become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. With the blessings of Puratchi Thalaivar M. G. Ramachandran and Puratchi Thalaivi Amma J. Jayalalithaa, and with the good wishes of our elder brother O. Panneerselvam, I extend my thanks.

2026-02-20T09:20:29.654703+00:00 IST

8 arrested after stone pelting during Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

Bagalkote Superintendent of Police Sidharth Goel said the incident occurred at around 10:06 pm on February 19, shortly before the procession reached a mosque. Prayers at the mosque had concluded by around 9:30 pm, though a few people were still inside at the time.

2026-02-20T09:04:45.059804+00:00 IST

PMK dispute in court, judge advises civil remedy as resolution

PMK founder S Ramadoss approached Madras High Court seeking to freeze the party's 'mango' symbol amid a factional dispute with his son R Anbumani. The court advised approaching a civil court, observing that the Election Commission doesn't interfere in internal matters of registered unrecognised parties, and ruled there will be no restriction on Anbumani signing candidate forms for the upcoming Assembly elections.

2026-02-20T09:04:17.027314+00:00 IST

Delhi HC directs Jaideep Singh Senger to surrender by tomorrow

Kuldeep Singh Sengar is serving 10 years sentence in the custodial death case and a life sentence in the minor rape case. His appeals in both cases are pending before the Delhi High Court.

2026-02-20T09:01:30.434912+00:00 IST

"Characterless, brainless..": BJP slams youth congress 'Shirtless

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Friday lambasted the Congress party for its protest against the AI Impact Summit, branding it as "characterless, brainless, and emotionless," even as Indian Youth Congress activists staged a dramatic shirtless demonstration at Bharat Mandapam, targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the AI Summit.

2026-02-20T08:55:26.276978+00:00 IST

"We need climate-proof agriculture, and AI has potential to do that": Maharashtra CM

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday highlighted the potential role of artificial intelligence in achieving climate-proof agriculture and cited the state's MahaVISTAAR AI initiative that seeks to provides "one-stop solution" to farmers.

2026-02-20T08:33:49.410086+00:00 IST

Supreme Court dresses down AP

The Court was hearing an appeal filed by YSRCP MLC Ananta Satya Udaya Bhaskar, who was arrested in connection with the murder of 26-year-old Dalit youth Veedhi Subramanyam in Kakinada in May 2023.

2026-02-20T08:33:42.138067+00:00 IST

JK CM Omar Abdullah clarifies DC Kishtwar’s order on charity

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday defended the Kishtwar Deputy Commissioner's order regulating donations during Ramadan, saying it was issued after consultations with Muslim community leaders to prevent fake NGOs from collecting money.

2026-02-20T08:02:52.451559+00:00 IST

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav highlights AI potential

Speaking at the summit, Yadav said, "How much benefit will our youth and people get through AI, and how can we take them forward? Our contribution to the country is big, so in such a situation, from a future perspective, for our farmers, for their crop production, what benefits can they get from AI? Madhya Pradesh is playing a major role in the AI Summit organised under the leadership of the Prime Minister to explore the possibilities of growth in every sector"

2026-02-20T08:01:37.142555+00:00 IST

Andhra partners with IBM to skill youth in AI, quantum

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed optimism about India's growing leadership in artificial intelligence, stating that the country is set to play a global leadership role in AI and related industries.

2026-02-20T07:58:25.693016+00:00 IST

AIADMK's Dindigul Srinivasan slams TVK leader

Talking to the media at Tiruchirappalli Airport, Srinivasan said Vijay was planning to conduct his election campaign through television outreach instead of engaging with the public in person.

2026-02-20T07:36:23.163173+00:00 IST