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RG Kar victim’s parents question CBI's investigation

Legal counsels representing the victim's parents suggested a profound breakdown in trust--not just toward the local police, but now toward the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as well, suspecting systemic cover-up involving high-ranking officials across multiple institutions.

2026-02-19T21:01:50.121143+00:00 IST

UP Govt signs MoU with Indian Oil Corporation

The Uttar Pradesh government and Indian Oil Corporation Limited have signed an MoU for the construction of an international cricket stadium in Gorakhpur on Thursday.

2026-02-19T19:35:48.559692+00:00 IST

'Top AI founders backing PM Modi due to India's emergence'

BJP National Spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Thursday praised India's progress in Artificial Intelligence, stating that top AI founders worldwide are backing Prime Minister Narendra Modi due to India's emergence as a top AI destination.

2026-02-19T19:00:22.493453+00:00 IST

West Bengal Minister says BJP MLA joined TMC for development

West Bengal Minister Shashi Panja has said that BJP MLA Bishnu Prasad Sharma believes in development-based politics, citing it as the reason for his joining Trinamool Congress today.

2026-02-19T18:28:43.372153+00:00 IST

Haryana CM reviews cleanliness, waste management

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini held a comprehensive review meeting with Chief Minister's Good Governance Associates (CMGGAs) at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, in Chandigarh.

2026-02-19T18:23:34.251932+00:00 IST

Senior OpenAI officials meet Vice President CP Radhakrishnan

The meeting involved discussions around emerging developments in Artificial Intelligence, its applications, and the rapid expansion of India's AI landscape

2026-02-19T18:17:49.715479+00:00 IST

Land-for-job scam case: Court frames charge against Tej Pratap

The Rouse Avenue court on Thursday formally framed charges against Tej Pratap Yadav in the Land for Job case. The court has already framed the charge against Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi in the Land for Job CBI case.

2026-02-19T17:32:39.767521+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand Police orders statewide security audit of courts

In continuation of these measures, additional instructions have now been issued to further strengthen and make the security of court premises more robust and foolproof, with directions for strict compliance.

2026-02-19T17:21:24.904517+00:00 IST

Some IP addresses traced to locations outside country: IG Kumaon

Various courts in Uttarakhand, including the High Court and District Judge Courts across multiple districts, have been receiving bomb threat emails over the past few days, confirmed IG Kumaon Riddhim Agarwal on Thursday.

2026-02-19T17:20:54.113308+00:00 IST

Himachal CM slams trade agreements, warns of crisis for apple gro

The CM cautioned that these agreements would result in a surge of imported apples, walnuts, almonds and other horticultural produce, thereby placing immense pressure on local growers who may struggle to secure remunerative prices for their crops.

2026-02-19T17:18:19.726239+00:00 IST

MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh argues his case is different from co-accus

Abdul Rashid Sheikh, alias Engineer Rashid, is an accused in a case linked to the conspiracy of stone pelting in Jammu and Kashmir. He has been in custody since August 2019. This case was lodged by the NIA in 2017.

2026-02-19T17:15:10.229943+00:00 IST

Himachal steps up toll, entry fee reforms to boost revenue...

The Department of State Taxes and Excise has notified the Toll Policy 2026-27 for the financial year April 1 to March 31, 2027, under which toll barriers will be leased through a transparent e-auction mechanism with fixed reserve prices.

2026-02-19T17:06:20.116403+00:00 IST

Dhami approves Rs 5.39 crore for ATC tower at Doon Helidrome

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday approved the release of Rs 5.39 crore for the construction of an ATC tower at the Doon Helidrome in Tarla Nagal in Dehradun district.

2026-02-19T17:05:34.882958+00:00 IST

'CEO Roundtable at Impact Summit reflected shared commitment'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that discussions at the CEO Roundtable at the AI Impact Summit were insightful and forward-looking and focused on unlocking opportunities for growth.

2026-02-19T16:59:32.221266+00:00 IST

Wrestler Sushil Kumar moves Delhi HC seeking bail in muder case

Sushil Kumar's bail plea is listed before the bench of Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani on February 20 (Friday). He has moved a bail plea in the Delhi High Court through advocate Sahil Malik.

2026-02-19T16:47:27.366767+00:00 IST

Nandan Nilekani lauds PM Modi’s vision on AI

Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani on Thursday said that the AI Impact Summit held in the national capital has been "fantastic" and noted that AI will really take off in the country with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of its role in benefiting the common man, workers and farmers.

2026-02-19T16:35:52.708072+00:00 IST

Ex Jaypee Infra CMD Manoj Gaur moves Delhi HC for regular bail

Former CMD of Jaypee Infratech Ltd Manoj Gaur, has moved the Delhi High Court for regular bail plea in a money laundering case.

2026-02-19T16:31:39.758509+00:00 IST

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Bangla Sahib

According to Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) president Sardar Harmeet Singh Kalka and General Secretary Sardar Jagdeep Singh Kahlon, Macron bowed down with utmost reverence and respect and received blessings while the Kirtani Jatha were performing soulful kirtan of the Guru's divine words.

2026-02-19T16:22:55.221710+00:00 IST

Special audit of VSR Ventures nears completion: Civil Aviation

The audit, which commenced on February 4, is being conducted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) team. The findings will be reviewed, and action will be taken in accordance with the DGCA's Enforcement Policy and Procedures Manual.

2026-02-19T16:19:50.189498+00:00 IST

Priyanka Gandhi releases 20 point "chargesheet" against Assam gov

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on Thursday released a 20-point chargesheet against the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led state government ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.

2026-02-19T15:52:42.335931+00:00 IST

"Productive interaction": Piyush Goyal meets Sweden Deputy PM

"A productive interaction with Swedish Deputy Prime Minister @BuschEbba today. Highlighted India's rise as a premier global investment destination, backed by a vast market and an investor-friendly FDI ecosystem. We reaffirmed our commitment to strengthening collaboration in green tech, R and D, and advancing engagement under the India-EU FTA framework. India's skilled youth and Sweden's innovation strength make us natural partners for sustainable growth." he wrote on X.

2026-02-19T15:34:10.045247+00:00 IST