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Major aviation boost for Kashmir: Cabinet clears development of a new Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the development of a new Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of ₹1,677 crore.

Goodbye 'Kerala'? ‘Keralam’ name change proposal gets Cabinet nod

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved a proposal to change the name of the state of ‘Kerala’ to ‘Keralam’.

Supreme Court's big move over Bengal SIR! Odisha, Jharkhand judicial officers allowed to complete revision process

New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday allowed the deployment of judicial officers from Odisha and Jharkhand to adjudicate claims and objections related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal, media reports said.

‘Kerala lives in harmony, film’s portrayal wrong’: Kerala High Court raps Kerala Story sequel makers

Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: The Kerala High Court on Tuesday rapped the makers of Kerala Story: Goes Beyond, observing that the controversial film appeared to portray the people of the state in a wrong light, media reports said.

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

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 with seven onboard crashes in Jharkhand’s Chatra district

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

India–Brazil deal to shield traditional knowledge from patent theft

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ind.AI: Sovereignty, jobs, energy and the “What If?”

India stands at an inflection point.

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

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.