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Hoax bomb threat to Dehradun district court triggers search operation

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 05:18
Police said various district courts in Uttarakhand have received bomb threats in the past few days
Categories: National News

Human-trafficking case: NIA charge sheet against three accused in Myanmar

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 05:11
"NIA investigations revealed that the three were involved in trafficking vulnerable Indian youth to the Myawaddy region of Myanmar," a statement said
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Explained: What is India’s Sarvam AI model that Google CEO Sundar Pichai is impressed with

Times of India - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 05:05
Google CEO Sundar Pichai lauded Sarvam AI for its groundbreaking work in developing AI models tailored for Indian languages and contexts. The startup's AI reportedly outperforms major global models like Gemini and ChatGPT in specific benchmarks, showcasing advanced capabilities in visual understanding and document analysis for India's diverse linguistic landscape.
Categories: National News

US tech giants announce India deals at AI summit

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 04:29
This week's AI Impact Summit is the fourth annual gathering to discuss how to govern the fast-evolving technology
Categories: National News

Nifty50 ends below 25,500; BSE Sensex down over 1,200 points - top reasons for fall

Times of India - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 03:50
Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex tanked in trade on Thursday after three consecutive days of gains. While Nifty50 went below 25,450, BSE Sensex crashed over 1,400 points in intraday trade.
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'Had knives, petrol, chainsaw': Techie held grudge against pregnant ex-wife, gored her to death

Times of India - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 03:47
A 29-year-old software professional was allegedly murdered by her former husband inside her Hyderabad apartment. The accused, who had previously lived in Canada, was apprehended after a standoff where he threatened to set the room on fire. The victim had divorced him last year and filed a domestic violence case.
Categories: National News

The need for diversity in the judiciary | Explained

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 03:29
What does the private Bill by DMK party member P. Wilson constitute? Why was the collegium system introduced? Why did the Supreme Court strike down the National Judicial Appointments Commission? How will regional benches of the Supreme Court help with respect to access?
Categories: National News

Gujarat unveils ₹4.08 lakh crore budget for tourism, AI, sports infrastructure

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 02:29
The State Budget outlines an ambitious roadmap to develop Ahmedabad as an “Olympic Ready City” in the run-up to the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which Gujarat will host
Categories: National News

No reason to believe change in India's stance on Russian oil: Russian Foreign Ministry

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 01:13
The remarks came in the backdrop of Washington's claim that New Delhi has agreed to stop importing Russian crude oil
Categories: National News

Nearly 100 people fall ill after consuming prasad in Bihar’s Khagaria

Hindu - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 01:09
Doctors have urged villagers to maintain hygiene and ensure safe distribution of food during religious and social gatherings to avoid such incidents in the future
Categories: National News

How AI uncovered Rs 70,000 crore tax evasion scam starting with Hyderabad biryani chains

Times of India - Thu, 02/19/2026 - 00:15
An Income Tax investigation into Hyderabad biryani chains uncovered a massive tax evasion scam across India's food and beverage industry. Analyzing 60 terabytes of data from a pan-India billing software, officials revealed suppressed sales turnover of at least Rs 70,000 crore since 2019-20. The probe identified deletion and under-reporting of cash transactions as key evasion tactics.
Categories: National News

Amit Shah skips SIR talk in Matua outreach at West Bengal event

Times of India - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 22:45
Home Minister Amit Shah visited Mayapur, the birthplace of the Bhakti movement, to highlight the Matua community's role in unifying Hindu society. He praised reformers Harichand and Guruchand Thakur for their social welfare initiatives and described Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati as a bridge to modernity. Shah conveyed PM Modi's greetings, emphasizing the spread of the 'Viksit Bharat' and Sanatan dharma messages globally.
Categories: National News

Tamil Nadu report wants governors 'defanged'

Times of India - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 22:41
Tamil Nadu's assembly has tabled a report recommending diminished powers for state governors and greater state autonomy in constitutional amendments. The committee proposed binding the President to appoint governors from a list approved by state assemblies and imposing timelines for bill assent.
Categories: National News

Pahalgam attack fallout: CRPF sets up 43 temporary bases in J&K

Times of India - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 21:59
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, CRPF established 43 temporary operating bases in Jammu and Kashmir, situated at 6,000 feet and above. These bases, housing 16-25 personnel, are crucial for tracking and eliminating terrorists in higher reaches, utilizing specialized equipment for prolonged operations.
Categories: National News

‘Do not give away Diego Garcia’: Trump cautions UK amid US-Iran tensions

Times of India - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 21:42
Former President Donald Trump urged the UK not to "give away" the Diego Garcia base, deeming it crucial for potential US military action against Iran. This statement contradicts official US policy, which supports Britain's agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while retaining a 100-year lease on the base.
Categories: National News

PM Modi extends Ramzan greetings

Hindu - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 21:38
Muslim holy month of Ramzan begins on February 19
Categories: National News

NGT Orders joint probe into quarry impact on Tata Cancer Hospital due to illegal mining

Hindu - Wed, 02/18/2026 - 21:27
The bench comprising Justice Dinesh Kumar Singh and Expert Member Dr. Sujit Kumar Bajpayee directed to conduct the survey and ascertain the scale of excavation and possible damage to the premier cancer treatment and research facility
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