Times of India

A Delhi court criticised the CBI for failing to produce crime files in a Rs 2,435 crore bank fraud case involving CG Power and Industrial Solutions and its ex-promoter Gautam Thapar. The court suggested that the CBI might be hiding material evidence and demanded the crime files be presented in the next hearing, scheduled for February 21.

Erin Andrews, a FOX NFL Sunday presenter, unintentionally overlooked an NFL star during a live broadcast, necessitating a heartfelt apology. She has concealed the player's identity, the game's details, and the year the incident occurred to maintain confidentiality.

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, which will consolidate four existing Acts, proposes up to five years in jail and fines up to Rs 5 lakh for foreigners entering India without a valid passport or visa. It also mandates educational and medical institutions to share information on foreigners and holds carriers accountable for transporting individuals with invalid travel documents.

The Supreme Court of India has mandated that investigating agencies must inform the accused of the grounds of their arrest, deeming any arrest made without this information as illegal. This is a constitutional requirement under Article 22(1) and a violation could lead to the accused's release.

The Supreme Court ruled that the Centre cannot impose service tax on the sale of lotteries, a state subject under List II. It upheld Sikkim High Court's decision that lottery activities fall under 'betting and gambling'. The court found no merit in the Centre's appeal, emphasizing that no service was rendered between lottery ticket purchasers and state governments.

President Donald Trump signed an order pausing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement. This move could help the Adani Group, which was previously indicted for bribery related to securing contracts. The order requires the attorney general to review existing cases, bringing changes to how US businesses compete internationally with regard to anti-bribery laws.

Indian Air Force chief AP Singh expresses diminishing confidence in HAL over delays in Tejas aircraft deliveries and upgrades, while HAL attributes setbacks to post-1998 nuclear test sanctions. Despite prior criticism, HAL remains confident of delivering 11 Tejas-Mk1A aircraft by March-end and is pushing for significant technology transfer deals to enhance future projects.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of mismanagement and corruption in the implementation of centrally-sponsored schemes in West Bengal. She highlighted serious irregularities, including fake job cards in MNREGA and denied healthcare under Ayushman Bharat, leading to significant financial losses and service gaps for grassroots people.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann downplays claims of unrest among AAP MLAs after Delhi debacle. Congress's leader claims AAP preparing to oust Mann, with 30 MLAs in touch. Kejriwal meets all Punjab MLAs in a show of solidarity, urging them to reconnect with voters. BJP and estranged MP Swati Maliwal suggest underlying tensions.

Fourteen candidates scored 100 percentile in JEE-Main 2025 January session, with 95.9% attendance. Rajasthan had the highest number of top scorers, and Andhra Pradesh's Sai Manogna Guthikonda was the sole female topper. Approximately 2.6 lakh candidates will proceed to JEE Advanced based on these results.

At the AI Action Summit in Paris, PM Modi emphasised the need for global efforts to establish AI governance, standards, and transparency. Highlighting AI's potential for societal benefits in health, education, and agriculture, Modi stressed inclusivity for the Global South and the importance of democratizing technology. India will host the next AI summit.

PM Narendra Modi will visit Marseille to connect with the history of Indian soldiers who fought in World War I and the significant escape attempt of Veer Savarkar in 1910. During the trip, Modi will open India's newest consulate general and honor soldiers at the Mazargues War Cemetery.

In 2024, law enforcement agencies across India seized narcotics worth around Rs 25,330 crore, marking a significant 55% increase from 2023. Improved coordination among various agencies led to major drug busts, including 80 quintals of methamphetamine and 1,426 kg of cocaine, with notable international collaboration.

Manipur's political landscape faces uncertainty as BJP's Northeast minder Sambit Patra and other allies meet governor AK Bhalla for a successor to caretaker CM N Biren Singh. The Congress warns of a constitutional crisis, as the assembly's budget session was declared null and void following Biren's resignation.

Prime Minister Modi's visit to the ITER site in France highlights India's significant role in developing clean nuclear fusion energy. The trip underscores India's ambitious nuclear energy goals and investments in related sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and defense.

CBI has filed an FIR against former Coast Guard director general K Natrajan for allegedly tampering with confidential reports of senior officers. The probe found irregularities and manipulations, impacting promotions, leading to the registration of the case on grounds of criminal conspiracy, cheating, and forgery.