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Shirtless protest during AI Summit: Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib arrested

Feb 24, 2026, at 10:03 am

Delhi Police on Tuesday arrested Indian Youth Congress national president Uday Bhanu Chib after several rounds of questioning in connection with the shirtless protest staged at Bharat Mandapam during the recently held India AI Impact Summit 2026, an event attended by global leaders and technology executives.

Air ambulance crashes in Jharkhand’s Chatra district, all 7 onboard killed

Feb 24, 2026, at 12:12 am

An air ambulance carrying seven people crashed in Chatra district on Sunday, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said.

INS Sudarshini creates history in Egypt! Safaga Port witnesses landmark Lokayan-26 Moment

Feb 23, 2026, at 05:39 pm

Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at Safaga, Egypt on Feb 21 as part of her ongoing Lokayan-26 deployment. Covering a distance of 1,832 nautical miles in 16 days, the passage from Salalah to Safaga marks a significant milestone, highlighting the resilience, confidence, and endurance of the ship’s crew.

India–Brazil deal to shield traditional knowledge from patent theft

Feb 23, 2026, at 05:30 pm

The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), Brazil, and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), India, have entered into a cooperation arrangement granting access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) — a first-of-its-kind prior-art database documenting India’s traditional knowledge systems.

India urges all nationals to leave Iran 'by available means' as US-Iran tension grows

Feb 23, 2026, at 03:17 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: India has asked its citizens to leave Iran “in view of the evolving situation” amid simmering tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of US strikes.

Mamata Banerjee’s former right-hand man and ex-Railway Minister Mukul Roy dies after prolonged illness

Feb 23, 2026, at 11:03 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Former Railway Minister and veteran West Bengal politician Mukul Roy died of cardiac arrest on Sunday night after a prolonged illness. He was 71.

Mexico kills cartel kingpin ‘El Mencho’; Indian Embassy issues this advisory for its citizens

Feb 23, 2026, at 10:01 am

The Indian Embassy in Mexico has issued a safety advisory urging its citizens to seek shelter amid ongoing violence following the death of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho.”

Shot in the leg, still charged ahead: Army dog Tyson leads forces to 3 terrorists

Feb 22, 2026, at 10:02 pm

An Indian Army dog named Tyson displayed exceptional bravery during an anti-terror operation in the Chhatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, helping security forces eliminate three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists hiding in the region.

Big blow to terror in Jammu and Kashmir: Top JeM commander Saifullah Baloch killed in Kishtwar encounter

Feb 22, 2026, at 09:21 pm

At least three terrorists were killed during a gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Sunday, White Knight Corps said.

Modi launches India’s fastest Metro! 82-km Namo Bharat Corridor goes fully live

Feb 22, 2026, at 03:18 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Meerut Metro at the Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, marking the launch of what is being described as India’s fastest metro system.

Big boost to India–Brazil ties! Landmark postal MoU signed during Lula's visit

Feb 22, 2026, at 02:02 pm

India and Brazil on Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the postal sector, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral collaboration in postal services, digital transformation and inclusive service delivery.

PM Modi to launch India’s fastest Metro in Meerut, dedicate full Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor

Feb 22, 2026, at 12:24 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s fastest metro system in Meerut on Sunday and dedicate the entire 82-km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor to the nation, marking a significant boost to urban and regional mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR).

8 arrested in alleged terror conspiracy with ISI, Bangladesh links; targets in Delhi under probe: Report

Feb 22, 2026, at 11:01 am

Eight people suspected of hatching a major terror conspiracy in India with alleged backing from Pakistan’s intelligence agency and Bangladesh-based extremist groups have been arrested in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, NDTV reported.

'Shame for our country!': Akhilesh Yadav slams Youth Congress over ‘shirtless’ protest at AI summit

Feb 22, 2026, at 10:19 am

Akhilesh Yadav, chief of the Samajwadi Party and an ally of the Indian National Congress within the INDIA bloc, on Saturday criticised the Indian Youth Congress for staging a “shirtless” protest during the AI Impact Summit, saying the act brought “shame” to the country in front of foreign delegates.

‘Will resist BJP’: Pratik Ur Rahaman joins TMC days after CPI-M exit

Feb 21, 2026, at 05:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Former CPI-M youth leader Pratik Ur Rahaman on Saturday joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC), ending all speculation over his political future.

Studying all developments: India reacts to US Supreme Court's order on Trump's tariffs

Feb 21, 2026, at 05:47 pm

The Indian government on Saturday said it has taken note of the US Supreme Court’s ruling on tariffs and is closely studying the developments.

Bengal activist mocked a traffic slogan, now faces charges of 'endangering sovereignty'

Feb 21, 2026, at 05:18 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The arrest of a West Bengal-based social activist over a sarcastic social media post has reignited concerns about state overreach and the growing use of stringent criminal provisions to police online speech.

Big Boost for India’s steel ambitions as Brazil joins hands

Feb 21, 2026, at 03:42 pm

India’s Ministry of Steel has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy to strengthen cooperation in mining and minerals critical to the steel sector.

No more cash at toll plazas? Big highway rule change from April 1

Feb 21, 2026, at 03:37 pm

In order to develop a fully digital National Highway tolling ecosystem, NHAI is contemplating completely discontinuing cash transactions at the National Highway fee plazas across the country from April 1.

Rahul Gandhi slams Modi as ‘compromised’, says PM can’t renegotiate India-US trade deal

Feb 21, 2026, at 12:51 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a fresh attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the India-US trade deal, hours after the US Supreme Court struck down former US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs.

Terror alert in Delhi: LeT may target Chandni Chowk with IED, say reports

Feb 21, 2026, at 12:05 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi has been placed on alert after intelligence inputs warned of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort, media reports said.

Youth Congress workers detained after shirtless protest at India AI Impact Summit

Feb 20, 2026, at 09:31 pm

Several members of the Indian Youth Congress were detained by Delhi Police on Friday after staging a brief protest inside the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, prompting heightened security at the high-profile international event, media reports said.

Supreme Court takes 'extraordinary' step, puts Bengal SIR under judicial oversight

Feb 20, 2026, at 07:13 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India on Friday issued what it described as an “extraordinary order”, directing the Calcutta High Court to appoint judicial officers to assist West Bengal in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Shock in Israel: Indian nationals targeted in suspected ‘pre-planned’ racial attack

Feb 20, 2026, at 06:01 pm

At least two Indian nationals were assaulted by a group of men in an alleged racial attack in Israel's Ashkelon.

Chaos at AI Summit: Indian Youth Congress leaders strip in protest over India-US trade framework

Feb 20, 2026, at 03:34 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Chaos erupted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 after several leaders of the Indian Youth Congress staged a dramatic protest against the framework of the India-US trade agreement, media reports said.

What is Pax Silica? India joins US-led coalition

Feb 20, 2026, at 01:51 pm

India on Friday formally joined the Pax Silica coalition, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of strategic technology and supply chain cooperation between India and the United States.

Pratik Ur Rahaman hails Mamata’s SIR battle after CPI-M exit, fuels TMC speculation

Feb 20, 2026, at 01:38 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Resigned CPI-M leader Pratik Ur Rahaman has heaped praise on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her fight against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the Supreme Court, amplifying speculation about his possible move to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).

India joins Trump’s Board of Peace meet as 'observer' : Reports

Feb 20, 2026, at 08:29 am

India participated as an observer in U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace meeting on Gaza held in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, according to media reports.

Kerala biologist moves High Court against 'The Kerala Story 2', alleges stereotyping of the state

Feb 20, 2026, at 12:13 am

A 26-year-old biologist from Kerala has approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the upcoming film The Kerala Story 2, alleging that it unfairly targets the state and its people through its content and title.

Supreme Court slams poll-time freebies, warns states against fiscal 'irresponsibility'

Feb 19, 2026, at 02:25 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India has issued a sharp warning to state governments over what it described as “irresponsible” freebies, questioning the fiscal wisdom and timing of welfare announcements made close to elections.