Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumara has issued detailed instructions for public safety and convenience during the Budanuru Utsav helitourism program from February 20-22, including medical teams, fire tenders, and strict security protocols.
Congress Legislative Council chief whip Saleem Ahmed hints at cabinet expansion after state budget session, citing party democracy and minority representation concerns.
The government will launch a peer-to-peer energy trading facility under the India Energy Stack, allowing consumers to buy and sell surplus renewable electricity directly, with adjustments in monthly bills.
State Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy flagged off the Bal Vivah Mukti Rath in Bhubaneswar, launching a statewide tour until March 8 as part of a national campaign to eradicate child marriage.
India and France are in advanced talks for a €300 million deal to acquire Scalp cruise missiles, the same precision weapons used in Operation Sindoor to target terror camps in Pakistan.
The United Arab Emirates has officially welcomed the comprehensive peace plan for Sudan announced by US Senior Advisor Boulos, endorsing diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict and restore stability in the region.
Italian President Sergio Mattarella commended the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity for recognizing the historic peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, highlighting its role in fostering global harmony.
Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister Idan Roll held talks with Lithuanian counterpart Mantas Adomėnas, focusing on the threat posed by Iran and regional security cooperation.
Three youths, including two juveniles, were arrested after a police encounter in Yamunanagar, Haryana, following shootings at a hospital and mall. Police seized firearms and linked the incidents to extortion threats.
The Orissa High Court ruled that mediated settlements, once signed voluntarily, cannot be reopened for new claims, emphasizing their finality akin to court decrees. The decision came in a matrimonial dispute case.
JJD chief Tej Pratap Yadav refutes social media claims of fathering a child, calling them false and defamatory. He accuses political rivals of spreading misinformation and announces legal recourse.
India and Canada have agreed to enhance national security and law enforcement cooperation, including posting liaison officers in each other's capitals, marking a significant step forward from the Nijjar killing controversy.
Two female students in Bengaluru were booked for allegedly assaulting a cab driver, bystanders, and police officers while intoxicated, after a collision and subsequent violent altercation.
A youth was injured after being shot by armed criminals near Poseya village in Ranchi. Police are investigating the incident as the victim's account remains unclear.
The Punjab government is launching 'Blue Cross' veterinary medicine stores in six districts to provide affordable animal healthcare with discounts up to 30% on medicines, aiming to boost rural livestock economy.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the need for a Uniform Civil Code built through public consensus, while addressing topics like population policy, Hindu unity, and Bharat Ratna for Savarkar at a Mumbai event.
A large mahapanchayat in Dehradun demanded a Supreme Court-monitored CBI probe into the 2022 murder of a receptionist, identification of an alleged VIP linked to the case, and the resignation of CM Pushkar Singh Dhami.
A farmer from Tarikere, Chikkamagaluru, sent invitations for his own death rituals to protest delayed compensation for land acquired for a national highway, alleging bribery and court order non-compliance.
Udupi district reports 4,435 applications under PM Surya Ghar Scheme, with 4,413 financial approvals and 1,222 completed rooftop solar installations. MP Kota Shrinivas Poojary highlights reduced power costs and income generation from surplus energy sales.
A District Armed Reserve constable in Haveri, Karnataka, has been arrested and suspended for allegedly assisting five robbers in a house robbery in Nidnagilu village, with police seizing cash, gold, and other items.
Ranjeeta Priyadarshini from Sambalpur campaigned for global paid period leave during a 10-day UK visit, meeting MPs, Lords, and community leaders to frame it as a workplace dignity issue.
Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor launched the Bihar Nav Nirman Yatra from Bagaha, emphasizing grassroots expansion and demanding the government fulfill its Rs2 lakh promise to women. He outlined his organization's role as a societal watchdog.
A 32-year-old casual worker, Birsa Kachhap, died after a tree branch fell on him while cutting a tree at the Central Institute of Psychiatry director's bungalow in Ranchi. Police are investigating the incident as an accident.
The 19.76-km Kachchi Dargah-Bidupur road-cum-bridge in Bihar is on track for an April inauguration, promising to enhance north-south connectivity and reduce load on Mahatma Gandhi Setu. CM Nitish Kumar inspected progress, highlighting its impact on develo
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi discloses combined assets of ¥32.1 million with her husband, ranking her among the less wealthy cabinet members, following her Liberal Democratic Party's historic election triumph.
State Congress functionaries and workers staged a protest in Patna against the arrest of Purnia MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, alleging political vendetta over his criticism of the government's handling of a medical aspirant's death case.
India and Malaysia signed 11 Memoranda of Understanding covering semiconductors, digital payments, defense, and healthcare, marking a critical step in their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Zaima Rahman, daughter of BNP chief Tarique Rahman, campaigns in Dhaka-17 via rickshaw, distributing pamphlets and seeking votes. Bangladesh's February 12, 2026 general election features a key contest between BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami amid major political s
An AP review of Justice Department records shows FBI investigations uncovered no proof Epstein ran a sex-trafficking ring for powerful friends, despite confirming his personal abuse of minors.
NDA leaders describe the arrest of Purnia MP Pappu Yadav in a 31-year-old case as part of a judicial process, dismissing opposition claims of political vendetta. Union ministers Chirag Paswan and others emphasize the rule of law.