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Karnataka Congress submits Memorandum to State EC over voter list

A delegation of Congress leaders led by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to the State Election Commissioner to rectify the lapses in voter list revision in view of the upcoming local body elections.

2026-02-17T16:43:10.867981+00:00 IST

Assam CM announces reservation for tribals and tea garden people

The CM further stated that the first instalment under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Scheme has been disbursed, and that over 1 lakh new beneficiaries have been approved by the cabinet.

2026-02-17T16:40:39.614468+00:00 IST

ECI reviews poll preparedness for forthcoming Assembly Elections

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, held a detailed and comprehensive review meeting in Guwahati on Tuesday to assess poll preparedness for the forthcoming Legislative Assembly Elections in Assam.

2026-02-17T16:35:12.734927+00:00 IST

Himachal CM Sukhu announces SIT probe into alleged Benami Land de

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday announced the constitution of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe alleged benami land transactions in Gagret and around Gaggal Airport.

2026-02-17T16:25:07.856010+00:00 IST

Two Pakistani nationals who escaped from Jammu Juvenile home caug

The Special Task Force (STF) Ambala and Haryana apprehended two Pakistani nationals who had escaped from the Juvenile Home in RS Pura, Jammu and Kashmir.

2026-02-17T16:17:08.468261+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu unveils Integrated Textile policy 2025‑26

The Government of Tamil Nadu has been implementing a series of strategic policy initiatives and extending targeted benefits to enhance the global competitiveness of the state's textile industry, which constitutes one-third of India's total textile business.

2026-02-17T16:16:27.239123+00:00 IST

Process underway, won’t have to wait much longer: J-K CM

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that the process for restoration of statehood to the Union Territory is underway, but has taken longer than expected, expressing hope that the wait may not be much longer.

2026-02-17T16:08:32.209356+00:00 IST

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Delhi’s Shia Muslim community holds protest in Jor Bagh

The Shia Muslim community on Friday held a protest over the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the Jor Bagh area of the capital city.

2026-03-06T10:37:16.015226+00:00 IST

Hyderabad: 61-year-old man injured in hit-and-run accident, police

According to the police, the victim, Beeram Krishna, who runs the Industrial Seal Center in Ranigunj, was heading to his shop on his two-wheeler when an unknown four-wheeler vehicle hit him from behind near Bharat Petrol Pump.

2026-03-06T10:27:49.647139+00:00 IST

Pinarayi Vijayan switches on first blast for tunnel project

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday switched on the first blast for the construction of the Anakampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi road tunnel, one of Kerala's major infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity to Wayanad. The ceremony was held at the Marippuzha project site at around 12 noon.

2026-03-06T10:19:12.943540+00:00 IST

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"Ready to quit politics if allegations proven": OPS

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam on Tuesday announced that he is prepared to quit politics if the allegations against him are proven.

2026-02-24T17:02:57.929853+00:00 IST

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey slams Congress over 'shirtless' protest

Speaking to ANI in Parliament, Dubey condemned the Congress party's disruption of the event, saying, "What did you do? Create an uproar?"

2026-02-24T16:47:43.056534+00:00 IST

Congress compromised under Rahul Gandhi: Nishikant Dubey

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi this Tuesday, alleging that the Congress party has become "compromised" under his leadership. Dubey further claimed that the Leader of the Opposition's current political trajectory is aimed at destroying the country.

2026-02-24T15:39:38.878883+00:00 IST

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PM Modi and Macron launch India–France Year of Innovation 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday jointly inaugurated the India-France Year of Innovation 2026 at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the strategic partnership between the two nations.

2026-02-17T15:58:28.712362+00:00 IST

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"No secret talks between Siddaramaiah and me": Karnataka Dy CM

"As stated earlier, the leadership issue is a matter to be decided by the High Command, Siddaramaiah and me. When the time comes, you will know about the decision. This is not a secretive deal; Siddaramaiah himself will give the message to the people of the state when the time comes," the Deputy Chief Minister clarified.

2026-02-17T15:57:21.871883+00:00 IST

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Karnataka: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan visits HAL Bengaluru

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in Bengaluru, reaffirming the Armed Forces' commitment to strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing.

2026-02-17T15:54:25.064218+00:00 IST

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“Mother-son duo failed miserably”: BJP’s G Kishan Reddy

Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy on Tuesday slammed Congress leader Sonia Gandhi and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday for their criticism of the Centre's Great Nicobar mega infrastructure project.

2026-02-17T15:49:14.226950+00:00 IST

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Himachal Dy CM slams opposition over revenue deficit grant

"We will meet the Prime Minister under the leadership of the Chief Minister, and we hope that Narendra Modi will restore Himachal Pradesh's Revenue Deficit Grant. We shall take up our demand and issues," Agnihotri said.

2026-02-17T15:47:35.954853+00:00 IST

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Kerala: Fire breaks out at textile showroom in Kozhikode

A major fire erupted on Tuesday at a textile showroom in Kozhikode in Kerala.

2026-02-17T15:46:19.426131+00:00 IST

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Tata Advanced Systems inaugurates Airbus H125 helicopter producti

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has inaugurated India's first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125 at Vemagal in the southern Indian state of Karnataka.

2026-02-17T15:33:15.949189+00:00 IST

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Assam CM says Bhupen Borah to join BJP, major blow for Gaurav Gog

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced that former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah will join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on February 22, marking a significant political development ahead of the upcoming state Assembly elections.

2026-02-17T15:31:40.035245+00:00 IST

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UP Board exams to begin on Wednesday

The Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (UPBSE) 2026 High School and Intermediate Board examinations are set to commence from February 18 and continue till March 12, 2026.

2026-02-17T15:15:39.094897+00:00 IST

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Uttarakhand: CM Dhami holds discussion on public welfare schemes

The Chief Minister said that strong coordination between the government and the organisation is the foundation of good governance. He urged the office bearers to play an active role in effectively delivering government schemes to the last person in the queue.

2026-02-17T14:59:45.329179+00:00 IST

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Bhupen Kumar Borah meets Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday met with the former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah, fueling speculation of a high-profile political switch ahead of the state assembly elections.

2026-02-17T14:44:14.097903+00:00 IST

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CPRG hosts 'PadhAI 2.0' during AI Impact Summit

Building on the dialogue initiated during PadhAI 2025, the conclave brought together senior policymakers, institutional leaders, and industry experts to explore how AI is transforming governance, pedagogy, and learning outcomes across schools and higher education institutions. The session was convened by Dr Ramanand, Director, CPRG, who highlighted the need to move from aspiration to action in AI adoption in education.

2026-02-17T14:40:26.504433+00:00 IST

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ISA unveils global mission to fast-track AI-enabled clean energy

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) unveiled a global mission to assist more than 120 member countries in fast-tracking artificial intelligence-enabled clean energy during the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-17T14:39:34.192278+00:00 IST