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BJD MLA Pratap Keshari Deb warns against misuse of AI

BJD MLA Pratap Keshari Deb on Wednesday said that the government should be very careful in the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as it can easily be misused.

2026-02-18T03:43:45.272616+00:00 IST

Manish Tewari questions alleged 2020 China Nuclear Test

In a post on X, citing a report by The Washington Post, Tewari questioned whether China carried out a nuclear test on June 22, 2020, just a week after the Galwan Valley clash, at a time when the world was grappling with the devastating impact of COVID-19.

2026-02-18T03:30:46.506276+00:00 IST

Suraj Revanna’s plea for release in sexual assault case rejected

The single bench of Judge Santosh Gajanana Bhat reviewed the petition filed by the accused Suraj Revanna on Tuesday.

2026-02-18T03:19:19.071088+00:00 IST

Kuno welcomes three new cubs as Indian Cheetah population rises

In a post on X, the minister said the development coincides with the third anniversary of the arrival of South African cheetahs in India. He described the occasion as a significant milestone, noting that Gamini, now a second-time mother, has added three new cubs to the park's growing cheetah population.

2026-02-18T03:18:37.709800+00:00 IST

IAF helicopters combat wildfires in Arunachal and Nagaland

At Walong in Arunachal Pradesh, IAF helicopters have successfully extinguished a major blaze after dropping an impressive 139,800 litres of water over the affected area.

2026-02-18T03:10:39.771592+00:00 IST

India to lead with AI revolution in agriculture: CM Sharma

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma lauded the launch of the AI-based digital infrastructure in agriculture (Bharat-VISTAAR), saying it will bring prosperity to farmers' lives and mark a new era in India's tech-led farmer welfare, similar to the Aadhaar-UPI digital revolution.

2026-02-18T03:03:27.318312+00:00 IST

Ash Wednesday observed in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi today

A special Holy Mass and prayer services were held on the occasion. The service was led by Thoothukudi Diocesan Bishop Stephen. During the ceremony, ashes were placed on the foreheads of the faithful.

2026-02-18T03:02:57.344349+00:00 IST

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Chief Minister Pramod Sawant arrives at State Assembly

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday arrived at the State Assembly to present the 2026-27 Budget. The budget session of the Goa Legislative Assembly will run from March 6 to March 27.

2026-03-06T12:07:47.637175+00:00 IST

'Iranians are willing to die, not Americans:' Former R&AW Chief

Former R&AW Chief Vikram Sood on Friday stated that the war between the US-Israel vs Iran might go on for a while, adding that Iran is retaliating and is willing to die, unlike America.

2026-03-06T11:40:54.286642+00:00 IST

Centre approves new MEMU train service on Palakkad-Pollachi route

"Heartfelt thanks to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for approving the new MEMU train service between Palakkad and Pollachi. This will greatly enhance public convenience and boost connectivity in the region," Gopi posted on X.

2026-03-06T11:25:10.502002+00:00 IST

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"If there is merit, anyone can become a minister..." Congress lea

This comes after 31 Congress MLAs wrote a letter addressed to the party's top leadership, including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and his deputy DK Shivakumar, requesting that the first-time MLAs be inducted into the cabinet.

2026-02-25T02:45:44.030381+00:00 IST

"This double-engine govt failed to fullfill promises":BJD

The protest, which was organised on Tuesday, was against alleged mismanagement in paddy procurement, poor law and order situation and various other issues.

2026-02-25T02:26:49.686449+00:00 IST

Gautami Tadimalla on Sasikala launching new party flag

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), Deputy Secretary, Propaganda, Gautami Tadimalla, on Tuesday, stated that there could be political implications for expelled AIADMK leader VK Sasikala on launching a political party right before the elections.

2026-02-25T00:05:30.471021+00:00 IST

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"India will be one of topmost AI powers": Amitabh Kant

Former G20 Sherpa of India and Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has emphasised India's goal towards artificial intelligence, stating that the country wants to grow with equality.

2026-02-18T03:01:13.808127+00:00 IST

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7 Chhattisgarh State Civil Service officers promoted to IAS

The officers promoted to the IAS are: Durg Municipal Commissioner Sumit Agrawal, Bilaspur CEO Sandeep Kumar Agrawal, Tirthraj Agrawal, Leena Kosam, Saumil Ranjan Chaubey, Birendra Bahadur Panchbhai, and Ashish Kumar Tikariha.

2026-02-18T02:59:54.976245+00:00 IST

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Manipur security forces arrest PLA ‘lieutenant’

The individual has been identified as Ningthoujam Ibungocha, also known as 38-year-old Sathouba Meitei, a resident of Nongdam Makha Leikai, Pukhri Achouba Mapal in Imphal East. He was apprehended from Yaingangpokpi Bazar under Yaingangpokpi Police Station. A mobile phone along with a SIM card was seized from his possession.

2026-02-18T02:59:17.287571+00:00 IST

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US Ambassador's visit to Basavanagudi’s ancient cave shrine

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya took US Ambassador Sergio Gor to the 16th-century Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple in Basavanagudi, highlighting the city's architectural and cultural heritage.

2026-02-18T02:57:14.322577+00:00 IST

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"Govt repeatedly declined to answer any questions...": YSRCP

YSR Congress Party Chittoor MLC Bharath on Tuesday stated that the government has repeatedly denied discussion on the Indapur dairy and its connection with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) in the Tirupati Laddu adulteration case.

2026-02-18T02:55:41.426970+00:00 IST

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Defence Lawyer claims minor in fatal Dwarka Crash "Too Stressed"

The legal counsel for a minor accused of killing a 23 year old in a crash in Delhi's Dwarka has led to a controversy by appealing for sympathy for the teenager, citing "academic stress" and "trauma." Defence lawyer Lal Singh Thakur stated that the accused is struggling to focus on his board exams and is receiving threatening calls following the fatal SUV collision, arguing that the minor's decision not to flee the scene reflects commendable behaviour despite the gravity of the incident.

2026-02-18T02:54:48.684440+00:00 IST

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QR-coded papers in place: Stat education minister

Speaking about the preparations, State School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond on Tuesday said, "All preparations have been made to conduct the exams peacefully. The question papers also have QR codes and watermarks."

2026-02-18T02:52:56.223317+00:00 IST

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AI strengthens transparency in food distribution: Sanjeev Chopra

"We have displayed how AI has been a critical component in our functioning for the past couple of years, in particular. What we were trying to do through technology is to bring about transparency. And what AI has done is to add another layer to that particular transparent functioning and to make it more responsive," he told ANI.

2026-02-18T02:51:55.801178+00:00 IST

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BJP's Prasad slams Tamil Nadu Interim Budget

Prasad also alleged that the so-called double-digit high economic growth has evidently benefited only the DMK's family members, as well as its MLAs, MPs, district secretaries, and local body representatives.

2026-02-18T02:12:29.203451+00:00 IST

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BJP MP Nishikant Dubey slams Rahul Gandhi

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey criticised the Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday, stating that the Congress leader wants to divide the country.

2026-02-18T02:05:09.164947+00:00 IST

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"Big names, small vision": Congress' Supriya Shrinate

Highlighting a massive funding disparity, Shrinate claimed that while the United States spent 198 billion dollars on Artificial Intelligence last year, India's expenditure failed to reach even 1.9 billion dollars, despite the government's ambitious India AI Impact Summit goals.

2026-02-18T01:41:25.134789+00:00 IST

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Dilip Ghosh says, "Elections are not won by giving holidays"

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh, taking a jibe at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee, said on Tuesday that elections are not won by giving holidays, but one has to work towards the development of the people.

2026-02-18T01:17:14.320521+00:00 IST

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Indore MBA student murder case: Police recreate crime scene

Indore police, under the supervision of senior officers, conducted a detailed crime scene recreation at a rented flat in Dwarkapuri to piece together the brutal murder of a 24-year-old MBA student, allegedly killed by her classmate and boyfriend, Piyush Dhamnodia.

2026-02-18T00:53:45.017757+00:00 IST

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Man shot dead in Delhi's Nand Nagri

The firing incident occurred near the Bade School premises within the jurisdiction of the Nand Nagri Police Station. According to official statements from the Delhi Police, the victim has been identified as Mohammed Umar Din.

2026-02-18T00:44:11.229922+00:00 IST