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Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare hosts high-level pane

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday hosted a high-level panel discussion on the theme "Scaling AI for Public Health Impact: Public-Private Partnership" as part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam.

2026-02-16T17:21:15.650059+00:00 IST

BJP questions ‘haste’ over RDG debate in HP Assembly; CM calls It

"Why so much haste to get a discussion on RDG?" Thakur asked, insisting that the House should first take up the Motion of Thanks as per established convention. "We want the Motion of Thanks to be brought first. What is the hurry?"

2026-02-16T17:15:28.830970+00:00 IST

Somnath Trust presents Rs 1.08 crore cheque to Gir-Somnath admin

The Somnath Trust arranged transportation from the railway station to the temple and provided food (prasad) for the pilgrims

2026-02-16T17:07:28.217559+00:00 IST

J-K Police busts Rs 209 crore online investment scam

Jammu and Kashmir Police has busted a "transnational multi-crore online investment scam" and arrested nine accused.

2026-02-16T16:48:51.921619+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Missile Integration facility at BEL

The Defence Minister remotely inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence (CoE-AI) located in Pune and formally launched BEL's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, aimed at strengthening the integration of AI-driven technologies into defence manufacturing and strategic systems.

2026-02-16T16:42:19.610694+00:00 IST

“India’s Victory Must Be on Its Own Terms:" Rajnath Singh at BEL

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday emphasised the importance of self-reliance and indigenous technology in strengthening India's defence capabilities, stating that "victories achieved on the country's own terms using home-grown weapons and systems are the only ones that truly matter."

2026-02-16T16:33:35.014585+00:00 IST

Assam: Bhupen Kumar Borah retracts resignation within hours

"Senior Congress leader Bhupen Borah is an important member of the Congress family. He had sent his resignation to our party's national president. Sometimes, differences arise within the Congress family. The Congress president has not accepted his resignation. Party leadership, including Rahul Gandhi, had a long conversation with him. We have resolved it through dialogue. I thank Bhupen Borah for withdrawing his resignation," Singh said.

2026-02-16T16:33:08.429452+00:00 IST

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results declared; 12 Students score 100 p

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the results of JEE (Main) 2026 Session 1 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.), with 12 candidates securing a perfect 100 NTA score (percentile). The exam recorded an overall attendance of 96.26 per cent.

2026-02-16T16:09:28.277507+00:00 IST

Cross-cases registered after stone-pelting at Congress Bhavan

Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar on Monday said cross-offences have been registered against both parties following a stone-pelting incident between Congress and BJP workers during a political agitation in the city, terming the incident "very unfortunate".

2026-02-16T15:53:16.923471+00:00 IST

MP: Congress protests Governor’s address in state assembly

Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar said that the Governor's speech mentioned the achievements of the state government but failed to reflect the real problems and suffering of the state's people, including the Indore water contamination issue.

2026-02-16T15:52:26.717690+00:00 IST

HD Kumaraswamy dismisses Priyank Kharge's comments on RSS

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy and JD(S) leader on Monday dismissed Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge's comments on RSS, saying they're "not worth replying to," demanding proof.

2026-02-16T15:44:41.224480+00:00 IST

ED imposes Rs 184 crore penalty on Newsclick and its director Pra

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has imposed a penalty of Rs 184 crore on PPK Newsclick Studio Pvt Ltd and its director, Prabir Purkayastha, for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999.

2026-02-16T15:40:51.653821+00:00 IST

Court rejects bail plea of former CMD Manoj Gaur in money launder

This case pertains to the alleged money laundering of the money of 25000 home buyers. Gaur is on interim bail granted on the grounds of his mother's health.

2026-02-16T15:22:02.600510+00:00 IST

JP Nadda to launch 'SAHI' and 'BODH' initiatives at AI Summit

SAHI is a national guidance framework to enable the safe, ethical, evidence-based, and inclusive adoption of Artificial Intelligence across India's healthcare system.

2026-02-16T15:17:22.175619+00:00 IST

“Leadership of party failed the people of Kerala”: CR Kesavan

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader CR Kesavan on Monday criticised Congress veteran Mani Shankar Aiyar's prediction of a Left Democratic Front (LDF) victory in Kerala, saying it exposed the failure of the party's leadership in the state.

2026-02-16T15:09:34.349846+00:00 IST

Andhra, Gates Foundation partner for statewide health push

Andhra Pradesh 20-Point Programme Chairman Lanka Dinakar on Monday said that the partnership between the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Government of Andhra Pradesh marks a major milestone in the state's efforts to build a comprehensive and inclusive public healthcare system.

2026-02-16T14:59:59.787120+00:00 IST

BK Hariprasad defends Priyank Kharge's remark on RSS

Congress leader BK Hariprasad on Monday backed Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge over his remarks on the funding of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

2026-02-16T14:54:25.666685+00:00 IST

Rajasthan: FSL team reaches Bhiwadi chemical factory

Rajasthan Minister Sanjay Sharma said seven workers died in the Bhiwadi factory fire, with only their bones recovered. He confirmed the factory, located in a garment zone, was illegally manufacturing fireworks.

2026-02-16T14:53:49.129628+00:00 IST

Nitin Nabin condoles loss of lives in Bhiwadi chemical factory

BJP president Nitin Nabin has condoled the loss of lives in a chemical factory fire incident in Rajasthan's Bhiwadi and said the local administration is providing all possible relief and assistance.

2026-02-16T14:43:17.872312+00:00 IST

"People like you were driving force behind Op Sindoor:" Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday lauded the nation's scientists for their role in safeguarding national security, describing them as the "second line of defence" for the country.

2026-02-16T14:27:45.863083+00:00 IST

Karnataka CM holds pre-Budget meeting with trade bodies

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday convened a pre-Budget meeting for 2026-27 with representatives of trade associations and chambers of commerce at the Vidhana Soudha conference hall.

2026-02-16T14:26:56.427128+00:00 IST