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Galgotias University vacate AI Impact Summit stall

According to sources, the government has asked Galgotias University to vacate its expo stall.

2026-02-18T08:45:42.825652+00:00 IST

Indian army advances AI-enabled engineering support to smartise k

The Indian Army on Wednsday conducted a focused seminar on Engineering Support for the Indian Army: Smartising the Kill Chain during the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam.

2026-02-18T08:40:57.702758+00:00 IST

RJD demands "Cases of treason" against Galgotias University

In a post on X, the RJD alleged that the university misrepresented a robot, claiming it was developed in-house even though it is a Chinese product worth around Rs 2 lakh, and further inflated its value to Rs 350 crore. The party also stated that university representatives gave an interview to a government news channel regarding the matter.

2026-02-18T08:40:03.535790+00:00 IST

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan slams DMK govt over budget

She said that people in Tamil Nadu are disappointed with the state's interim budget, highlighting the "confusion" within the INDIA bloc.

2026-02-18T08:18:27.153309+00:00 IST

SC quashes Allahabad HC ruling on attempt to rape case

Supreme Court quashed Allahabad HC's ruling that reduced attempt to rape charges to a lesser offence, stating the alleged acts went beyond preparation, and asked the National Judicial Academy to constitute an expert committee to frame guidelines on sensitivity in sexual offence cases.

2026-02-18T08:05:13.843491+00:00 IST

AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam claims Bhupen Borah was always BJP’s agent

Islam said, "Bhupen Kumar Borah has always been the BJP's agent. For the past 2 years, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has been saying that Borah is joining the BJP, and he has set a deadline as well. Even as a state president for a long time, he worked under the BJP's dictates, and many others like him remain in the Congress. Due to them, Congress will never be in power in Assam."

2026-02-18T08:04:32.577387+00:00 IST

Galgotias University cite wordplay confusion over RoboDog row

Speaking to ANI, Gaur explained that the confusion stemmed from the use of the words "develop" and "development." He clarified that the university did not develop the robot but had worked on its development for academic and research purposes.

2026-02-18T08:02:39.061611+00:00 IST

Anti-Narcotics Task Force busts interstate heroin cartel

Three people, including the husband and wife and the receiver of the drugs, have been arrested, as per the officials.

2026-02-18T07:51:41.341864+00:00 IST

Priyanka Chaturvedi calls for 'strict penalty' against Galgotias

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday said the Galgotias University allegedly presenting a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own invention at the AI Impact Summit has brought significant damage to the country and the Summit, terming it a "shame".

2026-02-18T07:47:39.368770+00:00 IST

J-K Minister Rana urges immediate restoration of Statehood

Jammu and Kashmir Minister Javed Ahmed Rana on Wednesday reiterated the demand of statehood for the Union Territory, stressing that it has been delayed a lot.

2026-02-18T07:06:58.345416+00:00 IST

Thantri Kanthar Rajeevar granted bail in Sabarimala gold heist ca

The Kollam Vigilance Court on Wednesday issued an order granting bail to Thantri Kanthar Rajeevar in the Sabarimala gold heist case. The bail covers applications related to the Kattilappalli and Dwarapalaka idol cases.

2026-02-18T06:49:21.774935+00:00 IST

Galgotias University claims claims 'Chinese' Robot as its own

Amidst the growing controversy over Galgotias University allegedly presenting a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own invention at the AI Impact Summit, college professor Neha Singh on Wednesday defended the institution, highlighting its contributions to the country.

2026-02-18T06:48:18.280427+00:00 IST

Court grant bail in Mangolpuri murder case after 4.5 years

Delhi court granted bail to an accused in a 2021 Mangolpuri murder case, noting he has been in custody for over four and a half years while only five of 34 witnesses have been examined, citing the right to speedy trial under Article 21.

2026-02-18T06:44:51.645058+00:00 IST

"People of Bangladesh want peace and progress...": Dilip Ghosh

The 2026 Bangladesh general election, held on February 12, marked a major political shift in the country's history.

2026-02-18T06:18:26.831783+00:00 IST

Jalgaon student scores 99.78 percentile in JEE Mains 2026

Atharva Avinash Chauhan, a student from Jalgaon, cleared the JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) examination with an impressive score of 99.78 percentile, breaking a 10- year record at his coaching centre and achieving one of the best results in the entire Khandesh region.

2026-02-18T05:51:55.962522+00:00 IST

Galgotias University asked to vacate AI impact summit

Amid rising heat over the controversy, the institution issued an official clarification expressing its concern about the "propaganda" against the university.

2026-02-18T05:45:17.244436+00:00 IST

Delhi Police Special Cell arrests Lawrence Bishnoi Gang member

The Counter-Intelligence Unit of the Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested a key member of the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang who had been absconding for the past seven years, officials said on Wednesday.

2026-02-18T05:44:12.874638+00:00 IST

ECI announces schedule for biennial Rajya Sabha polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday announced the schedule for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to fill the 37 seats across 10 states, as the members are set to complete their term in April 2026, a press note stated.

2026-02-18T05:35:28.838871+00:00 IST

"Childish and irresponsible...": Kiren Rijiju

Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday criticised Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, calling his behaviour "childish" and "irresponsible," after his recent political controversies.

2026-02-18T05:00:25.896369+00:00 IST

Maharashtra cancels 2014 GR on 5% Muslim reservation

The Maharashtra government's social justice department cancelled its earlier resolution of granting 5% reservation to the Muslim community for educational institutions and government and semi-government jobs, a provision that had been legally invalidated over a decade ago.

2026-02-18T04:51:25.991059+00:00 IST

UP Board exams begin; Minister Gulab Devi blesses students

Uttar Pradesh Board examinations for Class 10 and Class 12 commenced today across the state, with students appearing at over 8,000 examination centres.

2026-02-18T04:39:15.792536+00:00 IST