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AAIB clarifies investigation into AI-171 accident ongoing

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has stated that the investigation is ongoing and no final conclusions have been reached.

2026-02-12T15:46:01.581371+00:00 IST

MoES, Puducherry sign MoU to bolster blue economy

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the Puducherry Department of Science, Technology and Environment on Thursday entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance marine research, infrastructure development, and blue economy initiatives within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

2026-02-12T15:45:39.660168+00:00 IST

Plea against WeWork India IPO disclosures withdrawn

A writ petition challenging the disclosures made in WeWork India's initial public offering (IPO) documents was unconditionally withdrawn before the Bombay High Court on wednesday.

2026-02-12T15:41:27.309735+00:00 IST

Madras HC directs MS Dhoni to pay ₹10 lakh by March 12

The Madras High Court has directed cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni to pay Rs 10 lakh by March 12 for transcribing a CD related to his case against retired IPS officer Sampath Kumar.

2026-02-12T15:37:01.391736+00:00 IST

"Unconstitutional and against religious freedom":  AIMPLB on Vand

All India Muslim Personal Law Board on Thursday demanded withdrawl of the Ministry of Home Affairs' notification, mandating the playing of all six stanzas of Vande Mataram before the national anthem at official events.

2026-02-12T14:42:57.397237+00:00 IST

Shivkumar Mali expresses doubt over Ajit Pawar's death

Shivkumar Mali, the father of crew member Pinki Mali, who tragically lost her life in the charter plane crash in Baramati, has expressed serious doubts regarding the circumstances surrounding Ajit Pawar's death.

2026-02-12T14:37:42.560728+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad BRTS on Fast Track to 2030 Commonwealth Games

As Ahmedabad prepares to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, the city is rapidly strengthening its public transport infrastructure with a strong focus on sustainability and safety. The Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), operated by Ahmedabad Janmarg Limited (AJL), is leading this transformation.

2026-02-12T14:32:42.687334+00:00 IST

Indian Navy assumes first-ever command of CTF 154

In a landmark development underscoring India's commitment to collaborative maritime security and capacity building in the Indian Ocean Region and beyond, the Indian Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force (CTF) 154, a key multinational training task force under the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF).

2026-02-12T14:31:44.787621+00:00 IST

ICMR study backs Shorter all-oral regimens for drug-resistant TB

An economic evaluation published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research has demonstrated that shorter, six-month all-oral treatment regimens for multidrug-resistant and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/RR-TB) are cost-effective and offer improved health outcomes compared to the currently used longer regimens in India.

2026-02-12T14:08:11.402523+00:00 IST

"You're a great storyteller," Jaya Bachchan tells Sitharaman

Interjecting Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's reply on the budget for the entertainment industry, Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan termed the minister as "a great storyteller" and raised questions on taxation that has led to an increase in ticket pricing.

2026-02-12T14:03:22.057995+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Kerala BJP Panchayat, municipality and corporation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met and interacted with elected BJP Panchayat members, municipality members and corporation members from across Kerala at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. The BJP National President was also present for the meeting.

2026-02-12T13:56:00.818771+00:00 IST

Delhi Court reserves order on bail plea in Turkman Gate case

It was also submitted that the accused persons went there in search of their relatives or family members. There is no CCTV footage to show they were involved in stone pelting.

2026-02-12T13:49:44.212114+00:00 IST

Amritsar police busts narco-smuggling network, apprehends two ope

Amritsar Commissionerate Police busted a cross-border narco-smuggling network and apprehended two operatives along with Rs 21800 drug money, a police officer said on Thursday.

2026-02-12T13:35:12.215273+00:00 IST

"No violation of democracy in ONOE": JPC Chariman PP Choudhary

Speaking to ANI after the meeting, the Chairman highlighted the benefits of the proposed reform, noting that it does not violate democracy, and urged all parties to come together to implement it.

2026-02-12T13:29:18.832190+00:00 IST

J-K: Content Creator films inside Mata Vaishna Devi Bhawan

Confirming the action, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board stated that a formal complaint was filed with the police on 11.02.2026. Necessary legal action has been initiated, and further proceedings are underway strictly in accordance with the provisions of law.

2026-02-12T13:28:39.811520+00:00 IST

Shooters received Rs 2-3 lakh in advance for the crime, says SSP

The shooters involved in the broad daylight murder of Arjun Sharma, son of a martyred Colonel, were promised Rs 12 lakh to execute the killing and had received an advance of Rs 2-3 lakh, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dehradun Ajay Singh said on Thursday.

2026-02-12T13:14:25.172611+00:00 IST

“Lamentable irony that Bharat Bhand isKerala bandh”: Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday believed that 'Bharat Bandh' organised against the policies of the Central government has turned out to be another "Kerala Bandh," criticising the "coercive disruptions" that have held the state back.

2026-02-12T12:52:08.775558+00:00 IST

CBI takes over case of NEET aspirant’s death in Patna hostel

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) have registered the case of a NEET aspirant who died in Patna last month, and has begun its investigation.

2026-02-12T12:16:44.404593+00:00 IST

Hyderabad police conducts massive cordon, search Op to curb illeg

A massive Cordon and Search operation was conducted on Thursday within the jurisdiction of Reinbazar Police Station to ensure public safety and curb illegal activities, Hyderabad police said.

2026-02-12T12:04:42.416939+00:00 IST

Ranchi District Collectorate recieves bomb threat; search underwa

"We recieved a email yesterday which siad that there is a bomb in the Collectorate and it will be blown up at this hour. We called the BDS team and dog squad based on that, and every floor is being checked thoroughly. That includes old cars in the parking, and more." Kotwali DSP said.

2026-02-12T11:43:06.770387+00:00 IST

“Congress misleads, lies and provokes farmers in Haryana": Saini

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini accused Congress of "misleading and provoking" the farmers in the state, adding that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) also follows the same lead in Punjab.

2026-02-12T11:41:04.039829+00:00 IST