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Rohit Pawar Demands Aviation Minister's removal

Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Rohit Pawar on Wednesday called for the Aviation Minister to step down during the ongoing investigation into the Ajit Pawar plane crash case, citing a potential conflict of interest. Pawar also said that a main leader from the Aviation Minister's party attended the wedding of the VSR Aviation owner's son, raising concerns that the investigation may not proceed in an impartial direction.

2026-02-19T03:11:10.010732+00:00 IST

Odisha Govt requests MEA to rescue emigrants

The letter to the MEA Additional Secretary reads, "On receiving the information today we collected details of the passports of the individuals and have written to MEA and our embassy in Thailand to rescue the Odia workers in distress and repatriate them to their native places in Odisha. We are following up with them."

2026-02-19T03:09:50.154369+00:00 IST

Male Rhino found dead in Pobitora; Horn secured

Pranjal Baruah, Forest Range Officer at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, on Wednesday told ANI that the rhino died of natural causes and that the horn was recovered for safekeeping.

2026-02-19T03:08:48.549190+00:00 IST

Tension in Rameshwaram as Sri Lankan Navy detains 22 fishermen

The Sri Lankan Navy detained 22 Tamil Nadu fishermen and seized four fishing boats in two separate incidents on Wednesday, triggering unrest among the fishing community, according to the Vice President of the National Fishermen Association, CR Senthilvel.

2026-02-19T03:07:38.927492+00:00 IST

Arshad Madani hits back at Mohan Bhagwat's "Ghar Wapsi" remarks

In a post shared on X on Wednesday, Madani said that statements about arranging a "Ghar Wapsi" for "twenty crore Muslims" were unprecedented in the past seventy years and deeply disturbing.

2026-02-19T03:01:44.953644+00:00 IST

BJP MLA Mahesh Tenginkai on DK Shivakumar remarks

Shivakumar slammed BJP MLA Dheeraj Muniraj, saying that he allegedly stopped a garbage truck to protest in Doddaballapur, further warning that if the BJP members don't behave respectfully, garbage will be "dumped right in front of their houses".

2026-02-19T02:51:35.014727+00:00 IST

Rajpal Yadav reflects on his nearly journey in Indian cinema

Actor Rajpal Yadav, who was recently released from Tihar jail in a cheque bounce case, reflected on his nearly 30-year-long journey in Indian cinema and thanked his supporters across the country.

2026-02-19T01:24:26.571226+00:00 IST

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Development, environment not opposing forces: Om Birla

Birla emphasised the importance of sustainable development and global cooperation and noted that initiatives like the International Water Forum (IWF) are playing a significant role at the global level in addressing water-related challenges.

2026-03-06T16:02:03.950677+00:00 IST

Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth to take over as VCOAS on April 1

The Southern Army Commander, Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth, will take over as the next Vice Chief of Army Staff on April 1 in New Delhi.

2026-03-06T15:58:38.339271+00:00 IST

Kerala: BJP organises mega 'Adalat' in CM's constituency

Speaking to ANI on the occasion, State BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that the people in the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's constituency are approaching the BJP 'Adalat', raising concerns over the lack of basic facilities, including drinking water and education. He slammed the CM for representing a "Communist fortress" in the state.

2026-03-06T15:53:18.446261+00:00 IST

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Keralam Health Minister Veena George injured amid KSU protest

Keralam Health Minister Veena George sustained injuries during a black flag protest staged by members of the Kerala Students Union (KSU) at the Kannur Railway Station today.

2026-02-25T13:02:14.122622+00:00 IST

"At whose behest does PM go abroad?": Pawan Khera asks

Chairman of Congress' Media and Publicity Department, Pawan Khera, on Tuesday raised questions over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits just as the PM landed in Israel for a two-day visit to strengthen the bilateral ties.

2026-02-25T12:19:48.482077+00:00 IST

Gadkari attacks Congress over "PM is compromised" allegations

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday accused Congress of "dilution of opportunities" over border negotiations with India's neighbours, raising doubts over the past government's decisions on Tibet and Kashmir.

2026-02-25T12:07:17.359450+00:00 IST

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Himachal CM slams BJP for opposing resolution on Revenue Deficit

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu criticised opposition BJP MLAs on Wednesday after they refused to support a government resolution seeking the restoration of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG).

2026-02-19T01:10:10.994486+00:00 IST

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"I was Congress then, I am Congress today": Debabrata Saikia

In a post on X, Saikia said, "A flashback to 10 years ago in Sivasagar exposes the fake "friends" of the party. When Congress had power, these people fought to be in the front row, pretending to be loyal. But the hunger for power is a terrible thing. As soon as the government changed, these traitors sold their ideology for selfish gains with the BJP. True loyalty isn't for sale. I am proud to say: I was Congress then, and I am Congress today."

2026-02-19T00:42:19.664056+00:00 IST

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Car falls into canal in UP's Mathura, 4 persons killed

A car lost control and fell into a canal in the Magorra police station area, killing four young men on the spot, police said on Wednesday.

2026-02-19T00:16:49.774968+00:00 IST

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“Instructions being circulated over WhatsApp”: TMC’s Abhishek Ban

"Is the @ECISVEEP of the view that directions of the Hon'ble Supreme Court can be openly FLOUTED? The highest Court of the land has repeatedly emphasised transparency, due process, and adherence to official channels of communication. Yet we are witnessing instructions being circulated over WhatsApp rather than through formal, traceable, and accountable mechanisms," he posted on X.

2026-02-18T22:58:13.626197+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi extends wishes for prosperity on occasion of Ramzan

Congress Leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, extended greetings on the occasion of Ramzan on Wednesday, wishing that this pious month bring peace and prosperity.

2026-02-18T22:12:49.974609+00:00 IST

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Cong slams govt over Galgotias University’s robodog controversy

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the government's management of the AI Impact Summit, alleging that the administration has reduced the high-profile event to a "cheap China Bazar."

2026-02-18T21:08:55.504737+00:00 IST

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Uproar in Himachal Assembly over revenue deficit grant resolution

The Himachal Pradesh Assembly witnessed dramatic scenes and repeated disruptions on Wednesday after Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu began replying to a discussion on a government resolution moved under Rule 102 regarding the situation arising from the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG).

2026-02-18T20:54:35.650150+00:00 IST

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CPRG hosts main summit on Data for Development

The Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) hosted a main summit event entitled "Data for Development: Building AI in the Global South" at Bharat Mandapam, as part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-18T20:13:27.252153+00:00 IST

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EASA suspended TCO authorisation for VSR Ventures

The aircraft had earlier taken off from Visakhapatnam Airport and while landing at Mumbai Airport on Runway 27, continuously drifted to the right of the runway and crash landed on the shoulder at the intersection of Taxiways W and N. There were 2 crew members and 6 passengers on board. The co-pilot suffered serious injuries while the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and the 6 passengers sustained minor injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident.

2026-02-18T19:49:40.748854+00:00 IST

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Claim by 'China Pulse' is false: PIB Fact Check

Press Information Bureau, the central government's nodal agency to disseminate information on government policies and programmes, on Wednesday said the claim by a Chinese media outlet 'China Pulse' alleging that Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the Chinese robot presented at Galgotia University is an Indian robot is false and the minister nowhere made such remarks.

2026-02-18T19:48:23.712789+00:00 IST

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Delhi LG directs ‘Major Penalty’ proceedings against DFS officer

Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, VK Saxena on Wednesday directed the Vigilance Department to initiate "Major Penalty" proceedings under Rule 14 of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965 against Chhuttan Lal Meena, Assistant Divisional Officer (ADO), Delhi Fire Service, in connection with a false inspection report case, an official said.

2026-02-18T18:18:35.378389+00:00 IST

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BioAsia 2026: BioVaram’s AI-Driven breakthrough aims to transform

At BioAsia 2026, "TechBio Unleashed: AI, Automation & the Biology Revolution", a homegrown deep-tech startup emerged as a powerful example of India's growing biotech strength. Dr. Jagan Mohan Reddy, Founder and CEO of BioVaram (officially known as UR Advanced Therapeutics), unveiled a pioneering innovation that blends artificial intelligence with regenerative medicine to reshape the future of therapeutic research.

2026-02-18T18:18:14.124113+00:00 IST

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'Stopping RDG will adversely affect Himachal's economy'

Pratibha Singh stated that she would also travel to New Delhi to meet central leaders and apprise them of the ground realities of the state regarding the issue.

2026-02-18T18:17:30.558484+00:00 IST

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"He is like a father": Union Minister Piyush Goyal on PM Modi

Speaking at the Global Economic Cooperation Summit in Mumbai, the Union Minister described the Prime Minister as a great listener and leader who leads the team.

2026-02-18T18:16:38.963414+00:00 IST