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RJD demands "Cases of treason" against Galgotias University

In a post on X, the RJD alleged that the university misrepresented a robot, claiming it was developed in-house even though it is a Chinese product worth around Rs 2 lakh, and further inflated its value to Rs 350 crore. The party also stated that university representatives gave an interview to a government news channel regarding the matter.

2026-02-18T08:40:03.535790+00:00 IST

"AIADMK in third place is the new reality," says Manickam Tagore

Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Wednesday accused the central government of rushing early Rajya Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu to benefit the ruling BJP. He claimed that Home Minister Amit Shah is aware of internal surveys showing the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has declining prospects, potentially limiting NDA gains to 2 seats now but risking zero after the 2026 assembly polls.

2026-02-18T08:32:14.907115+00:00 IST

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan slams DMK govt over budget

She said that people in Tamil Nadu are disappointed with the state's interim budget, highlighting the "confusion" within the INDIA bloc.

2026-02-18T08:18:27.153309+00:00 IST

"Rumours have come out to be true": Gogoi

Ahead of Assam's Assembly elections later this year, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of influencing Bhupen Borah's defection to the BJP, claiming the move exposed Sarma's real estate interests and political desperation.

2026-02-18T08:17:27.724163+00:00 IST

SC quashes Allahabad HC ruling on attempt to rape case

Supreme Court quashed Allahabad HC's ruling that reduced attempt to rape charges to a lesser offence, stating the alleged acts went beyond preparation, and asked the National Judicial Academy to constitute an expert committee to frame guidelines on sensitivity in sexual offence cases.

2026-02-18T08:05:13.843491+00:00 IST

AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam claims Bhupen Borah was always BJP’s agent

Islam said, "Bhupen Kumar Borah has always been the BJP's agent. For the past 2 years, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has been saying that Borah is joining the BJP, and he has set a deadline as well. Even as a state president for a long time, he worked under the BJP's dictates, and many others like him remain in the Congress. Due to them, Congress will never be in power in Assam."

2026-02-18T08:04:32.577387+00:00 IST

Galgotias University cite wordplay confusion over RoboDog row

Speaking to ANI, Gaur explained that the confusion stemmed from the use of the words "develop" and "development." He clarified that the university did not develop the robot but had worked on its development for academic and research purposes.

2026-02-18T08:02:39.061611+00:00 IST

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Chandigarh: Thousands of Congress workers detained

Thousands of Congress workers from across Punjab on Friday staged a massive demonstration against the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and the Aam Aadmi Party government for its failure to fulfil its commitments to the people.

2026-03-06T13:09:47.538394+00:00 IST

CM Dhami inaugrates Himalayan O₂ Tehri Lake Festival

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugrated the Himalayan O₂ Tehri Lake Festival on Friday, highlighting clear messages of tourism, adventure sports, environmental awareness, and cultural heritage. While inaugurating the festival, the Chief Minister expressed confidence that the beautiful Tehri Lake will emerge not only as a national but also as a global hub for adventure sports and tourism in the coming years.

2026-03-06T12:48:50.491638+00:00 IST

NIA court extends custody of Zamir and Tufail for five days

Special NIA Judge Pitambar Dutt extended the NIA custody of Tufail Ahmed Bhat and Zamir Ahmed Ahangar for a further 5 days after conducting a hearing in a closed courtroom.

2026-03-06T12:30:41.173397+00:00 IST

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"Puppet of foreign powers": Nitin Nabin slams Rahul Gandhi

Nitin Nabin unleashed a string of accusations against the Nehru-Gandhi family, alleging a legacy of betrayal, ranging from Tibet to Rahul Gandhi's meetings with anti-India elements abroad.

2026-02-25T05:32:12.495425+00:00 IST

"Will be visiting Delhi, nothing new about that": Karnataka Dy CM

Speaking to reporters, Shivakumar said that he would be meeting LoP Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and CPP chairperson Sonia Gandhi in the national capital. He further added that Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge would also be visiting Bengaluru in the future.

2026-02-25T05:31:11.454751+00:00 IST

Woman BLO files FIR against Suvendu Adhikari

A police complaint has been filed by a woman Booth Level Officer (BLO) against BJP supporters allegedly led by Suvendu Adhikari in connection with an incident of assault, criminal intimidation and outraging of modesty.

2026-02-25T04:51:00.805629+00:00 IST

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Anti-Narcotics Task Force busts interstate heroin cartel

Three people, including the husband and wife and the receiver of the drugs, have been arrested, as per the officials.

2026-02-18T07:51:41.341864+00:00 IST

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Priyanka Chaturvedi calls for 'strict penalty' against Galgotias

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday said the Galgotias University allegedly presenting a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own invention at the AI Impact Summit has brought significant damage to the country and the Summit, terming it a "shame".

2026-02-18T07:47:39.368770+00:00 IST

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former Congress leader Bhupen Borah over party resignation

He noted that when he became APCC president in 2021, Congress was in alliance with AIUDF, which he ended, and later, before the formation of the INDIA alliance, he successfully forged partnerships with 16 different parties.

2026-02-18T07:28:03.509282+00:00 IST

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CR Kesavan slams Congress leader over his AI Summit remarks

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader CR Kesavan on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, branding him a "peddler of pessimism" for criticising the India AI Impact Summit, accusing him of undermining the nation's progress.

2026-02-18T07:11:27.920473+00:00 IST

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"INDIA bloc work begins only before Lok Sabha polls": Sanjay Raut

Raut said, "INDIA bloc work begins when the Lok Sabha elections are approaching. Until then, there's no communication between anyone. Until then, in the INDIA bloc, what the people are doing no one knows."

2026-02-18T07:10:46.513931+00:00 IST

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J-K Minister Rana urges immediate restoration of Statehood

Jammu and Kashmir Minister Javed Ahmed Rana on Wednesday reiterated the demand of statehood for the Union Territory, stressing that it has been delayed a lot.

2026-02-18T07:06:58.345416+00:00 IST

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Madhya Pradesh undergoing serious economic crisis

Madhya Pradesh Congress President Jitendra (Jitu) Patwari on Wednesday said that Madhya Pradesh is undergoing a major economic crisis because the venter did not allocate the demanded Rs. 50,000 crore in the previous financial year, leading the state to borrow approximately Rs. 72,000 crore last year.

2026-02-18T07:00:56.674853+00:00 IST

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Thantri Kanthar Rajeevar granted bail in Sabarimala gold heist ca

The Kollam Vigilance Court on Wednesday issued an order granting bail to Thantri Kanthar Rajeevar in the Sabarimala gold heist case. The bail covers applications related to the Kattilappalli and Dwarapalaka idol cases.

2026-02-18T06:49:21.774935+00:00 IST

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Galgotias University claims claims 'Chinese' Robot as its own

Amidst the growing controversy over Galgotias University allegedly presenting a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own invention at the AI Impact Summit, college professor Neha Singh on Wednesday defended the institution, highlighting its contributions to the country.

2026-02-18T06:48:18.280427+00:00 IST

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Court grant bail in Mangolpuri murder case after 4.5 years

Delhi court granted bail to an accused in a 2021 Mangolpuri murder case, noting he has been in custody for over four and a half years while only five of 34 witnesses have been examined, citing the right to speedy trial under Article 21.

2026-02-18T06:44:51.645058+00:00 IST

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"Operation lotus has begun"; Akhilesh Prasad Singh

Congress leader Akhilesh Prasad Singh slammed Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over his remark calling former Congress leader Bhupen Borah the "last Hindu leader" in the state party, accusing Sarma of self-positioning as the ultimate Hindu leader post-Borah's potential defection.

2026-02-18T06:30:28.589536+00:00 IST

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"Opponents will conspire against us": BSP Chief

As the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections draw closer, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Wednesday cautioned her supporters against intensified conspiracies and tactics by political rivals aimed at sidelining the BSP from power.

2026-02-18T06:22:42.107711+00:00 IST

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"People of Bangladesh want peace and progress...": Dilip Ghosh

The 2026 Bangladesh general election, held on February 12, marked a major political shift in the country's history.

2026-02-18T06:18:26.831783+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi over Galgotias University’s Chinese robotic dog row

Taking to 'X', Rahul Gandhi replied to a post by Congress and said, "Instead of leveraging India's talent and data, the AI summit is a disorganised PR spectacle - Indian data up for sale, Chinese products showcased."

2026-02-18T06:04:46.949902+00:00 IST