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Delhi Court grants 3-day custody of five IYC workers

Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Mridul Gupta granted further police custody of accsued Indian Youth Congress Gwalior District President Raja Gujar and former Bhind District Vice President Ajay Kumar Vimal. They were produced before the court after expiry of three days of police custody.

2026-02-26T13:49:55.167356+00:00 IST

Madras HC seeks TN govt response on plea against Minister..

Madras High Court on Wednesday sought a response from the State government on a petition filed by an advocate, seeking action against Tamil Nadu's Minister for Milk and Dairy Development, Mano Thangaraj, over a social media post allegedly linking Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the 'Epstein Files'.

2026-02-26T13:32:06.396664+00:00 IST

ED places prosecution sanction order against P Chidambaram

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has placed prosecution sanction received from the competent authority against former Union Finance Minister and senior Congress leader P Chidambaram in respect of the offence of money laundering in the Aircel Maxis and INX Media case before a special court.

2026-02-26T13:31:44.462782+00:00 IST

We received MoUs worth Rs 90,000 crore in Japan: UP CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, highlighting key outcomes of his visit, said that he has received Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) of worth Rs 90,000 crore in Japan and Rs 60,000 crore in Singapore for the state.

2026-02-26T13:31:16.155282+00:00 IST

Delhi HC declines plea over death of Ghaziabad woman during Nepal

Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to entertain a petition filed by a Ghaziabad-based businessman who alleged negligence on the part of the Central government led to the death of his wife in Kathmandu during last year's Gen-Z protests in Nepal.

2026-02-26T13:28:52.789164+00:00 IST

Delhi: Police detains Congress workers protesting Chib's arrest

Speaking about the protest, Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav expressed pride over IYC for "raising their voice" at the Summit, adding that the Galgotias University "Chinese robodog" controversy and alleged theft of products due to mismanagement at the Summit embarrassed the nation.

2026-02-26T13:19:03.190200+00:00 IST

Rameswaram: 3,375 km water awareness walk

A 3,375.35 km walking yatra spanning nine states is underway to educate the public on the vital importance of water, a rare and essential natural resource. The initiative emphasises that despite water covering 71 per cent of the Earth, only three per cent is usable.

2026-02-26T13:15:28.667388+00:00 IST

Punjab Govt orders transfer of two IFS officers

According to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel (IAS Branch) under the orders of the Governor of Punjab, Shailender Kaur, IFS (2000 batch), who was serving as Director, Horticulture on deputation with the Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, has been placed at the disposal of the Department of Science, Technology and Environment. She has been posted as Director, Environment and Climate Change, and will also hold the additional charge of Special Secretary in the same department in place of Manish Kumar, IFS.

2026-02-26T13:15:26.831727+00:00 IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launches Rail Tech Policy

In a major push towards technology-driven governance and innovation-led transformation, the Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, today announced the RailTech Policy and the complete digitisation of the Railway Claims Tribunal (RCT) as Reform Number Three and Reform Number Four under Indian Railways' flagship "52 Reforms in 52 Weeks" initiative.

2026-02-26T13:09:07.321201+00:00 IST

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Budget Session to commence from March 6

Sixteenth Vidhan Sabha of the State of Punjab to meet for its Twelfth Budget Session on March 6. As per the notification dated February 26, 2026, the session has been summoned by Gulab Chand Kataria in exercise of the powers conferred under Clause (1) of Article 174 of the Constitution of India.

2026-02-26T13:05:43.310588+00:00 IST

President participates in Bhoomi Pujan of Jagannath temple

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Mahaprabhu Jagannath is the Lord of the entire universe. His grace showers equally upon all humanity, without any discrimination.

2026-02-26T13:05:36.126548+00:00 IST

Gujarat allocates Rs 7,690 crore for Women and Child Welfare

Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, an allocation of Rs 7,690 crore has been made for the Women and Child Welfare sector to further strengthen Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Suposhit Bharat'.

2026-02-26T13:05:15.732591+00:00 IST

Maoist leader Sukru kills commader for wishing to surrender: Odis

An internal conflict among the Maoists over the prospect of surrender has led to the killing of a platoon commander, Anwesh

2026-02-26T13:04:55.375885+00:00 IST

JNU students detained over protest against Vice-Chancellor

The student protestors, led by JNUSU (Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union), were demanding the VC's resignation over her allegedly hateful remarks regarding Dalits and Blacks, made on a podcast published on February 16, and seeking to voice their grievances to the Education Ministry.

2026-02-26T12:59:49.576724+00:00 IST

MoS Minister inaugurates Taram Chu Steel Bridge in North Sikkim

The inauguration ceremony commenced with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, followed by traditional religious rituals performed by local priests. A technical presentation on the bridge's design and structural features was delivered by Brig. Amit Sakhre, highlighting its strategic significance for both civilian and defence purposes.

2026-02-26T12:54:01.578562+00:00 IST

Political Parties urge Gyanesh Kumar to hold single-phase polls

During the meeting, a majority of the political parties commended the Election Commission of India (ECI) for the peaceful and smooth conduct of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. Additionally, most parties also submitted formal requests urging the ECI to conduct the upcoming elections in a single phase to ensure better management and transparency.

2026-02-26T12:41:14.439769+00:00 IST

Centre govt fortifies Bihar’s Nepal border with border out post

Inaugurating the two BOPs, the Home Minister said, "This initiative will begin with making the entire 'Seemanchal' region free from infiltrators."

2026-02-26T12:32:08.758263+00:00 IST

SC to constitute expert panel to define Aravalli region

A bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant observed that all activities, particularly mining operations for which licenses or permissions were previously granted, have come to a halt.

2026-02-26T12:18:26.502059+00:00 IST

CBI conducts searches at the Office and Residence of Anil Ambani

Central Bureau of Investigation has conducted searches at the residence of Anil Ambani, Promoter & erstwhile Chairman of RCoM, Reliance Communications, and the registered offices of Reliance Communications Ltd.

2026-02-26T12:16:47.802736+00:00 IST

“Operation Sindoor brought Pakistan to knees in 4 days”: Lt Gen

"We gave Pakistan a very small sample in the operation. In just 4 days, they were brought to their knees and called our DGMO and asked to stop this war... This was a very small example, and its purpose was training," the Lieutenant General Pushkar told the media here on Monday.

2026-02-26T12:10:07.291209+00:00 IST

“We’re going stand with you whenever you need”: Rahul Gandhi

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday assured complete support to people as he laid the foundation stone of the new houses to be built by the Congress for the survivors of the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide in Wayanad.

2026-02-26T12:05:58.034907+00:00 IST