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EC suspends 7 West Bengal officials for serious misconduct amid ongoing SIR

These suspended officers were state government employees who were working on deputation for the EC to update the voters' list and help hold elections

EC suspends 7 West Bengal officials for serious misconduct amid ongoing SIR
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

Bihar CM transfers ₹10k each to 2.5 mn women under Mahila Rojgar Yojana

Kumar disbursed a total amount of ₹2,500 crore through direct benefit transfer (DBT) at a function held here at his official residence, 1 Anne Marg, officials in the CMO said

Bihar CM transfers ₹10k each to 2.5 mn women under Mahila Rojgar Yojana
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:50 PM IST

Sabarimala row: SC to begin hearing pleas on entry of women from April 7

The bench asked the parties to file their written submissions on or before March 14

Sabarimala row: SC to begin hearing pleas on entry of women from April 7
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

AI Impact summit at Bharat Mandapam: Check entry timings, gate details

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued a revised advisory for delegates attending the summit at Bharat Mandapam, detailing entry timings, gate access and parking arrangements

AI Impact summit at Bharat Mandapam: Check entry timings, gate details
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:26 PM IST

SC to commence hearing on definition of word 'industry' from March 17

The top court asked parties to update their written submissions or submit additional fresh written submissions on or before February 28, 2026

SC to commence hearing on definition of word 'industry' from March 17
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

Delhi Police celebrates 79th Raising Day; Amit Shah attends as chief guest

The Delhi Police's best marching contingent, SWAT team, dog squad, band team, motorcycle riders, PCR units and several other specialised formations showcased a coordinated march past

Delhi Police celebrates 79th Raising Day; Amit Shah attends as chief guest
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 12:07 PM IST

Andhra CM Naidu, Bill Gates meet at state secretariat in Amaravati

The chief minister introduced his council of ministers, followed by an interaction with IT Minister Nara Lokesh, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and a few senior officials

Andhra CM Naidu, Bill Gates meet at state secretariat in Amaravati
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:26 AM IST

Shivaji-Tipu remarks: FIRs against BJP, Cong workers for violence in Pune

Stones were hurled during the BJP workers' confrontation with Congress activists in Pune on Sunday while they protested against Sapkal's comments

Shivaji-Tipu remarks: FIRs against BJP, Cong workers for violence in Pune
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:24 AM IST

India AI Impact Summit 2026: Website designed to make it accessible to all

Accessibility options embedded within the India AI Impact Summit 2026 website enable users to customise text, contrast and layout for a more inclusive browsing experience

India AI Impact Summit 2026: Website designed to make it accessible to all
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:21 AM IST

India summit 'important moment' to unlock full benefits of AI: UK deputy PM

The UK delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy and AI Minister Kanishka Narayan, is keen to highlight how AI can improve everyday life in every corner of the world

India summit 'important moment' to unlock full benefits of AI: UK deputy PM
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

Traffic curbs in Delhi for AI Impact Summit 2026: Check advisory here

AI Impact Summit begins at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi amid heightened security. Traffic curbs and route diversions are in place as CBSE board exams begin alongside the summit

Traffic curbs in Delhi for AI Impact Summit 2026: Check advisory here
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:05 AM IST

Delhi AQI remains 'poor' amid hazy conditions; mercury to touch 30°C today

City records overall AQI of 218 with 24 stations in 'poor' category; IMD sees warmer days, clear skies and night-time mist, maximum temperature likely to reach 30 degrees Celsius today

Delhi AQI remains 'poor' amid hazy conditions; mercury to touch 30°C today
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 10:31 AM IST

PM Modi to meet French President Macron in Mumbai on Feb 17, review ties

Modi and Macron's discussions will focus on cementing the strategic ties and further diversifying them into new and emerging areas

PM Modi to meet French President Macron in Mumbai on Feb 17, review ties
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

India AI Impact Summit 2026: Here's how to register for the mega event

Five-day summit begins in New Delhi today; applicants register on the official website, impact.indiaai.gov.in, via DigiYatra platform or by downloading the India AI Impact Summit mobile app

India AI Impact Summit 2026: Here's how to register for the mega event
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 9:42 AM IST

India at forefront of AI transformation, says PM Modi as summit begins

The India AI Impact Expo 2026 will be held from February 16-20, alongside the India AI Impact Summit at the Bharat Mandapam

India at forefront of AI transformation, says PM Modi as summit begins
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 9:35 AM IST

IMD weather update: Rain, snow in hills; hot and humid weather along coast

IMD forecasts rain and snowfall in Himalayan states, possible thundershowers in north and central India, and hot, humid conditions along the west coast from February 16

IMD weather update: Rain, snow in hills; hot and humid weather along coast
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 7:09 AM IST

Space programmes reflect ancient scientific spirit in modern form: Rajnath

Singh made these remarks during the inauguration of the Maha Shivaratri celebrations organised at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore

Space programmes reflect ancient scientific spirit in modern form: Rajnath
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 6:57 AM IST

Funding woes of Metros: Expansion continues, PPP model needs recalibration

Metros are among the most capital-intensive urban assets. Construction costs around ₹250 crore per kilometre and take five years or more. Revenue stabilisation often takes another decade

Funding woes of Metros: Expansion continues, PPP model needs recalibration
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 10:49 PM IST

BNP secured 50% votes, Jamaat gets 31% in Bangladesh general election

The right-wing Jamaat-e-Islami, which was opposed to the country's 1971 independence from Pakistan, emerged as the main opposition party, registering its best ever performance as it won 68 seats

BNP secured 50% votes, Jamaat gets 31% in Bangladesh general election
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

Maximum professors hired in TN followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat: UGC data

According to the data, 1,841 professors of practice (PoP0 have been hired by 349 HEIs so far, the maximum of them being in Tamil Nadu (395)

Maximum professors hired in TN followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat: UGC data
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 2:50 PM IST