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11 fishermen return to Chennai after release from Sri Lanka

11 Tamil Nadu fishermen, who were released from a prison in Sri Lanka, returned to Chennai by flight on Thursday.

2026-02-19T06:41:06.587673+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh pays tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a 17th-century Indian warrior king who founded the Maratha Empire. He is considered to be one of the greatest warriors in Indian history. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj birth anniversary or Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti is commemorated every year on February 19.

2026-02-19T06:21:52.785496+00:00 IST

Seven inmates transferred from Coimbatore Central Prison

According to officials, six of the inmates are accused of the murder of TMMK functionary Farooq. The transfers were carried out as part of routine administrative measures, authorities added.

2026-02-19T06:12:41.777314+00:00 IST

PM Modi joins heads of State for group photo at AI Impact Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday joined heads of state and government for a group photograph at Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-19T06:10:53.643251+00:00 IST

PM Modi unveils MANAV Vision for ethical, inclusive AI at summit

Explaining the acronym, he said, "'M' stands for moral and ethical systems - AI should be based on ethical guidance. 'A' stands for accountable governance, meaning transparent rules and robust oversight. 'N' stands for national sovereignty - whose data, his right. 'A' stands for accessible and inclusive - AI should be a multiplier, not a monopoly. 'V' stands for valid and legitimate - AI should be lawful and verifiable."

2026-02-19T05:50:04.475751+00:00 IST

What we see today is just the beginning of AI’s impact: PM Modi

"Earlier, the impact of technology used to take decades to be visible. Today, the journey from machine learning to learning machines is faster, deeper and wider than ever," PM Modi said adding that countries must adopt a long-term approach.

2026-02-19T05:44:48.819397+00:00 IST

ED attaches Rs 505 crore in US, Singapore bank accounts

ED's Bengaluru zonal office attached these movable properties held in the names of overseas shell companies of Winzo Pvt Ltd, Winzo US Inc, USA and Winzo SG Pte Ltd, Singapore; operated and controlled by Paavan Nanda and Saumya Singh Rathore.

2026-02-19T05:38:53.418562+00:00 IST

ED attaches Rs 13.89 crore assets in NH-74 scam

ED initiated an investigation on the basis of FIR registered by Pant Nagar Police Station in Udham Singh Nagar in Uttarakhand under various Sections of the Indian Penal Code, 1860.

2026-02-19T05:35:21.671111+00:00 IST

Vaishnaw announces ‘New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments’ at Summit

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced a major outcome of the India AI Impact Summit, unveiling the "New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments" as a shared voluntary framework adopted by leading global and Indian AI companies.

2026-02-19T05:14:34.238236+00:00 IST

Maharashtra Guv Acharya Devvrat pays floral tribute to Shivaji

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

2026-02-19T05:10:48.785298+00:00 IST

“Future of AI cannot be left to few countries...": UN's Guterres

"Prime Minister Modi, thank you for your kind invitation and congratulations for India's leadership in organising the first AI summit in the Global South. The meeting in India has special meaning," the UN chief said in his address.

2026-02-19T04:56:08.174025+00:00 IST

Madhya Pradesh: MBA student held for killing girlfriend in Indore

Dwarkapuri Police Station ACP Shivendu Joshi said that the accused had been taken on remand and produced before the court after completion of the necessary procedures.

2026-02-19T04:52:09.332874+00:00 IST

Congress MLA seeks special allownace for women marrying farmers

Congress MLA of Kunigal Assembly Constituency, HD Ranganath, on Wednesday wrote to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to consider a special allowance for daughters who marry the sons of farmers living in villages in his constituency in the upcoming session.

2026-02-19T04:44:55.224623+00:00 IST

PM Modi pays homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Mahara

The Prime Minister stated that Shivaji Maharaj's courage continues to inspire, his governance serves as a guiding light, and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthens society even today.

2026-02-19T04:44:33.708479+00:00 IST

Brazilian national arrested with 4.776 kg cocaine in Bengaluru

In a post on 'X', the NCB said the contraband, valued at around Rs 23.88 crore in the illicit market, was recovered from the checked-in baggage of the passenger who travelled from Sao Paulo to Bengaluru via Doha.

2026-02-19T04:37:03.138922+00:00 IST

Three hurts as devotee slips on stairs at Junnar's Shiveri Fort

Three people were injured after a devotee slipped on the stairs at the Shiv Janmasthan, on top of the Shivneri Fort in Junnar, where a large crowd had gathered for darshan.

2026-02-19T04:31:50.347854+00:00 IST

"Vision to democratise technology, deploy at scale,": Vaishnaw

Addressing heads of state, delegates, industry leaders, students and members of the media, Vaishnaw said artificial intelligence is a foundational technology that is already transforming how people work, learn and make decisions.

2026-02-19T04:29:32.640526+00:00 IST

Shantanu Thakur calls CMA CGM-CSL deal calls "great initiative"

Speaking to reporters, Thakur said, "It is a great initiative. It would be one of the most important developments in the shipbuilding sector. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, our target is to reach fifth position by 2047 and this is a significant step."

2026-02-19T04:16:41.328502+00:00 IST

YSRCP MLC targets heritage company tie-ups

Talking to the media in Vijayawada, the MLC M Ravindranath said, "We want the issue to be resolved and clarify the facts. We need to know who benefited.

2026-02-19T04:15:55.713741+00:00 IST

SOG arrests Rs. 10,000-reward dummy candidate

The Special Operations Group (SOG) on Wednesday achieved another major success against the paper leak and dummy candidate gang in Rajasthan by raiding Kolkata, West Bengal, and arresting Prince, a dummy candidate carrying a Rs. 10,000 reward.

2026-02-19T04:13:47.309428+00:00 IST

Manipur police recover AK-47, grenades and IEDs in statewide ops

In a press note issued from Imphal on February 18, police said security forces continued search and area domination exercises in fringe and vulnerable areas, leading to significant recoveries of arms and ammunition.

2026-02-19T04:11:29.289525+00:00 IST