France Streamlines Visa Norms for Indian Students
French President Emmanuel Macron announces streamlined visa procedures for Indian students, aiming to boost educational ties and ease the application process for higher studies in France.
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Farmers-Police Clash in Bathinda Village, 30 Detained
A violent clash erupted between farmers and police in Bathinda village, resulting in several injuries and the detention of 30 individuals. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Punjab's agricultural sector.
PM Modi Joins World Leaders for Family Photo, Delivers AI Keynote
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join global leaders for a family photo at Bharat Mandapam today and deliver a keynote address outlining India's vision for global artificial intelligence governance and cooperation.
BJP Loses 9 Councillors to Congress-Backed Front in Bhiwandi
In a major political shift ahead of Bhiwandi's mayoral election, nine BJP councillors led by Narayan Chaudhary have distanced themselves from the party, aligning with the Congress-backed 'Bhiwandi Secular Front'.
Bangladesh's New Govt Announces 'Bangladesh First' Foreign Policy
Bangladesh's new BNP government, led by Tarique Rahman, declares a 'Bangladesh First' foreign policy, emphasizing respectful and mutually beneficial ties with all nations, especially neighbors like India, amid plans for a comprehensive reassessment of ext
Moscow Rebuts US Claims on India's Russian Oil Imports
Russia dismisses US assertions about India shifting its stance on Russian oil imports, stating there is no evidence of any change in New Delhi's position.
Four Youths Killed in Mathura Car Crash into Canal
A tragic accident in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, claimed the lives of four young men after their car rammed a cemented water tank and plunged into a canal. The incident occurred on February 19, 2026, with authorities investigating the cause.
Kolhapur Mayor Aims for CM Meeting on Village Merger Issue
Mayor Rouparani Nikam pledges to arrange a meeting with CM Devendra Fadnavis to discuss merging 18 villages into Kolhapur Municipal Corporation, citing development stagnation since 1946.
Mumbai ACB Arrests Police Officers in Bribery Sting
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested senior inspector Sanjeev Tawde and sub-inspector Dyaneshwar Jutre for allegedly accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe from an advocate in Mumbai.
Noida Guard Attacked by Delivery Executive in Society Dispute
A security guard in Noida's Wish Town was assaulted by a food delivery executive and two associates after enforcing society rules. Police have arrested the main accused under BNS sections for hurt and intimidation.
Sangli Man Murdered, Face Dismembered in Ichalkaranji
A 24-year-old Sangli man was discovered dead with severe facial disfigurement in Ichalkaranji's Shahapur area. Police identified him as Shahbaj Shabbir Shaikh and suspect strangulation murder.
Noida DM Orders Road Safety Upgrades at 150+ Spots
District Magistrate Medha Roopam directs officials to install speed breakers, signage, traffic signals, and CCTV cameras at over 150 accident-prone locations in Noida by February 25 as part of short-term measures under the Zero-Fatality District programme
DJ Vehicle Reverses at Wedding, Kills 2 Children in Tonk
A tragic accident at a wedding in Tonk's Gol Dungri area left two children dead and three injured when a DJ pickup vehicle reversed into the crowd. Police have registered a case against the driver.
RSSB Conducts 130 Exams in 2 Years, Announces Tech Upgrades
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) officials revealed conducting 130 recruitment exams in the past two years, a significant increase from previous periods. The board attributes this to transparent practices and announced new tech measures including on
Bengal BJP Clarifies Stance on Meat Sales Amid TMC Allegations
Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya asserts people will eat what they want, opposing only open beef sales, as TMC alleges BJP plans fish-meat bans.
Five Arrested in Jhunjhunu Suitcase Blast Case
Police in Jhunjhunu have arrested five individuals connected to a suitcase explosion at Ganeshwar Dham pond, revealing links to tantric rituals and ongoing investigations.
Gurgaon Dentist Accused of Sexual Harassment in Clinic
An FIR has been filed against a Gurgaon dentist, Dr Dheeraj Mehta, for allegedly sexually harassing a 31-year-old woman during a dental checkup at his clinic in New Colony on February 15.
Prayagraj Inspector Caught Taking Rs75,000 Bribe in Office
Inspector Vinod Kumar Sonkar was apprehended by anti-corruption officials while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs75,000 inside his Bara police station office in Prayagraj on Wednesday afternoon.
Allahabad HC: DM's Transgender Certificate Valid for Passport
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a district magistrate's certificate under the Transgender Persons Act is conclusive proof for passport gender changes, barring fresh medical exams.
PCB Pays Permanent Staff, Contractual Workers Await Salaries
Pune Cantonment Board has cleared salaries for permanent employees, but hundreds of contractual workers remain unpaid due to delayed grants from the Ministry of Defence, causing severe financial strain.
Jaisalmer Police Rescue Kidnapped Youth, Arrest 8 from Haryana
Sadar police in Jaisalmer rescued a kidnapped youth and arrested eight men from Haryana's Mewat region. The abduction occurred on February 14, with police swiftly forming a special team to track and apprehend the suspects.
Pregnant Woman Murdered in Hyderabad by Ex-Husband
A three-month pregnant woman was brutally stabbed to death in Hyderabad by her ex-husband, who allegedly attacked her with knives after barging into her apartment. The accused, a software professional, was reportedly angry about her remarriage.
Man Detained in Bhilwara for Controversial Posts Against Yogi Adityanath
Bhilwara police detained a 38-year-old man and registered a case against him for making controversial comments against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on social media, citing concerns over communal harmony.
Dalai Lama's Brother Tenzin Choegyal Dies at 80 in Dharamshala
Tenzin Choegyal, the youngest brother of the Dalai Lama and revered as Ngari Rinpoche, passed away at his Dharamshala home at age 80. He served in Tibetan administration and was a prominent spiritual figure.
Ajmer Villagers Protest After Sarpanch Dies in Hit-and-Run
Villagers in Dumara, Ajmer, protested outside JLN Hospital demanding justice after former sarpanch Govind Ram Gujjar died from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run attack. Police have arrested all accused involved in the incident.
Nagpur Engineer Stuck in Mali Jail as Firm Withholds Bail Bond
Nitin Gulhane, a 42-year-old engineer from Nagpur, continues to be imprisoned in Mali one year after his arrest, despite securing bail five months ago. His Noida-based employer, Aar Ess Exim Pvt Ltd, has not paid the required 3.25 crore bail bond, leaving
Macron Shares AI Image with Modi Ahead of Delhi Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron shared an AI-generated image with PM Narendra Modi, highlighting their partnership ahead of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, where they aim to promote balanced global AI models.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Outlines Govt Priorities in Maiden Address
In his first speech as Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman emphasized improving law and order, combating corruption, and ensuring equal rights for all citizens, regardless of political or religious affiliations.
SC Stays Exhumation of Tribal Christian Bodies in Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court has imposed an interim stay on the exhumation of tribal Christian bodies in Chhattisgarh villages, hearing a PIL alleging violation of fundamental burial rights. Justices Nath and Mehta sought the state government's response.
Maharashtra Cancels Circular on Muslim Quota Certificates
The Mahayuti government in Maharashtra has formally cancelled a circular outlining the process for issuing caste validity certificates for the 5% Muslim quota, 11 years after the BJP-Sena government scrapped the reservation policy in 2015.
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