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Two dead, several injured in Kota building collapse: Sangeeta

Kota Medical College Principal Sangeeta Saxena on Sunday said that 10 people were brought to the hospital following a building collapse, including two who were declared dead.

2026-02-08T03:25:16.605286+00:00 IST

Security forces conducts search operations in Manipur

Security forces conducted extensive search operations in Manipur, leading to the arrest of four people involved in extortion and criminal activities in the state.

2026-02-08T03:10:11.651404+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM honours NCC cadets representing state at Republic Day

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel honoured NCC cadets who brought glory to Gujarat by participating in the Republic Day Parade in the national capital, at the At Home Ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Gandhinagar.

2026-02-08T03:00:24.459278+00:00 IST

AIMSA urges PM Modi to ensure justice for medical students in Ufa

All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, appealing for the safety and protection of Indian medical students in Russia after four Indian students were injured in a knife attack in Ufa.

2026-02-08T02:59:15.449731+00:00 IST

Budget prioritises youth, farmers, poor and women: Tripura CM

Saha said the budget 2026 reflected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's thinking and that everyone has many responsibilities. Therefore, every individual must fulfil their respective responsibilities with dedication.

2026-02-08T02:48:29.060416+00:00 IST

Delhi air quality slightly improves, AQI level at 196

The air quality in the national capital showed slight improvement with the Air Quality Index (AQI) level at 196 in the 'moderate' category at 7 am on Sunday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

2026-02-08T02:35:02.585670+00:00 IST

Adani University hosts IETE West Zone seminar, ISF Congress 2026

The inaugural ceremony took place on Saturday at the Adani University campus in Shantigram, Ahmedabad, and commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting.

2026-02-08T02:30:26.943515+00:00 IST

Predominant circulation of viral agents, particularly Influenza A

Dr Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr. Dang's Lab, identified Influenza A (H3N2), Metapneumovirus, Coronaviruses, and Influenza B as the primary agents circulating in Delhi-NCR and noted that the surge is likely linked to cooler temperatures, fluctuating humidity, and rising air pollution, which often forces more people into crowded indoor spaces.

2026-02-08T01:39:08.425018+00:00 IST

Training key to preventing accidents with stray animals: CM Saha

He said that students and the public should also be made aware of the behaviour of stray dogs and other animals, as well as the preventive measures and first aid to prevent the spread of various diseases through them.

2026-02-08T01:32:50.909732+00:00 IST

Assam CM Sarma on SIT probing SIT probing anti-India case

Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, Sarma said the SIT had collected sensitive material from multiple sources, but that further investigation would require support from Interpol and access to classified information from the Government of India and Parliament. In view of these limitations, the state government has decided to hand over the case to a central agency to be selected by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

2026-02-08T01:28:19.954644+00:00 IST

Death toll rises to two in Kota building collapse

Kota Divisional Commissioner Anil Kumar Agrawal stated that the incident occurred at a site where new construction was underway and the structure collapsed from top to bottom. He said preliminary information suggests the collapse may have been caused by negligence related to construction quality.

2026-02-08T00:41:58.900170+00:00 IST

Punjab govt suspends two senior IAS officers

According to separate orders issued by the Department of Personnel (IAS Branch), Jaspreet Singh, Managing Director of Punjab Information and Communication Technology Corporation Limited (Punjab INFOTECH), has been suspended with immediate effect.

2026-02-08T00:03:43.337221+00:00 IST

Pappu Yadav’s arrest “part of process”: Chirag Paswan

Union Minister Chirag Paswan described the arrest of Purnea MP Pappu Yadav as "part of the process," emphasising that no member of parliament can be arrested without reason and that such actions are based on certain facts.

2026-02-07T23:21:56.440121+00:00 IST

"PM Modi calls himself biggest backward leader": Owaisi

Speaking at a public rally in Karimnagar, Owaisi said the UGC guidelines mandate that colleges and universities take action if students from backward classes, Dalits, tribals, or minorities face harassment. He claimed that "upper-caste groups tried to create a storm across the country" against the regulations, which led to the Supreme Court putting a stay on them.

2026-02-07T22:54:12.194942+00:00 IST

What happened to Make in India?” Owaisi

Addressing a public rally in Karimnagar, Owaisi claimed that US President Donald Trump has warned that the US could impose an additional 25 per cent tariff on India if it imports oil from Russia, directly or indirectly.

2026-02-07T22:44:16.023548+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand woman murder case: SP inspects crime scene

SP Bhadane inspected the crime scene and gathered detailed information related to all aspects of the incident. She also visited Kotwali Rishikesh and carried out a thorough review of records related to the case and the police response.

2026-02-07T22:22:14.376244+00:00 IST

Inter-District drug peddlers arrested with heroin

A police team from Chenani, while conducting routine traffic checking at Naka Point Motor Shed, NHW Chenani, foiled two separate drug peddling attempts.

2026-02-07T22:09:16.032891+00:00 IST

Airport Authority of India signs MoU with Bharat taxi

The MoU was exchanged by AAI chairman Vipin Kumar, marking a significant step toward improving inclusive last-mile connectivity for air travellers.

2026-02-07T21:35:33.567255+00:00 IST

Haryana DGP expresses grief over Surajkund fair swing collapse

The DGP announced that Inspector Jagdish's family will be provided Rs 1 crore under the applicable policy provisions, along with all other admissible departmental benefits. He assured the bereaved family that the Haryana Police will extend all possible assistance during this difficult time.

2026-02-07T20:40:05.049898+00:00 IST

Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria holds Samaadhaan Shivir

This was the first-of-its-kind Samaadhaan Shivir organised by the Chandigarh Administration. Present on the occasion were Chandigarh Chief Secretary H. Rajesh Prasad, along with senior officers of the Chandigarh Administration and representatives from various departments.

2026-02-07T20:39:36.282831+00:00 IST

One dead, seven injured as building collapses in Kota

According to Rajiv Dutta, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Kota MP and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the district administration rushed to the spot immediately after receiving information about the incident. Rescue operations are ongoing to retrieve people trapped under the debris.

2026-02-07T19:09:21.610518+00:00 IST