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The incidents occurred during the morning session across several divisions, according to the State Education Board. Amravati recorded the highest number, 22, followed by Pune, 10. Nashik reported four cases, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar three, Latur two, and Nagpur one
Air Canada has suspended flight services to Cuba due to an aviation fuel shortage, but will operate empty flights to bring back around 3,000 stranded passengers. Over the following days, the airline will operate empty flights southbound to pick up approximately 3000 passengers
A 16-year-old student was shot inside Thomas S Wootton High School in Rockville, Maryland. The injured teen is hospitalised in stable condition, while another student has been taken into custody. Police said there is no ongoing threat
Indian Railways advises commuters to switch to the newly launched RailOne platform as the UTS on Mobile (UTS) app will be phased out from March 1. Passengers can log in using their existing IRCTC or UTS credentials and book reserved, unreserved, and platform tickets with multiple payment options
Kiren Rijiju accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading lies in his Lok Sabha speech on the Union Budget and said the ruling alliance will seek to expunge his statements. He criticized Gandhi for making unnotified allegations, leaving the House immediately, and failing to contribute substantively
Uttar Pradesh will present its biggest-ever budget today for 2026-27, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said. The budget aims to improve living standards for women, youth, farmers and the poor while strengthening infrastructure, health, education and basic services
Rahul Gandhi alleged in the Lok Sabha that Anil Ambanis name appears in Epstein-related files and questioned government inaction, while the MEA dismissed earlier claims linking Prime Minister Modi to Epstein emails as baseless
While speaking at a press conference, he questioned the role of the aviation company. Citing statements from Manoj Pawar, the handler of the Arrow company, the NCP (SP) leader indicated that poor visibility in Baramati may not have caused the crash
The case was registered on Tuesday following a complaint that the officer, posted at the CR Park police station, had demanded Rs 25 lakh to ensure no legal action would be taken against the complainant in connection with the property dispute
The court also imposed a fine of Rs one lakh on each convict under section 21 (c) of the NDPS Act. They were additionally sentenced to 10 years` imprisonment and a fine of Rs.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said Indias greatest assets are its 1.4 billion people and their data, asserting that the Union Budget fails to adequately protect them. Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Budget debate, he highlighted AI, food and energy as key pillars of national strength and accused the government of compromising
The Lok Sabha reconvened on Wednesday and began Question Hour amid continued Opposition sloganeering. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted allocations of Rs 22,000 crore for Green Energy Corridor projects, while discussion on the Union Budget is set to continue later in the day
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said an INDIA bloc government would have negotiated with the US on equal terms and not allowed India to be equated with Pakistan. Speaking during the Union Budget discussion in the Lok Sabha, he emphasised protecting Indias data, energy security and farmers
Delhi Police on Wednesday arrested a self-styled baba in connection with the deaths of three people whose bodies were found inside a locked car near the Peeragarhi flyover. The accused, identified as Kamaruddin, was reportedly in contact with the victims for a year and is being questioned to determine the motive and sequence of events
The BJP on Wednesday accused Rahul Gandhi of misleading the nation over former Army chief Gen M.M. Naravanes unpublished memoir, asserting that the book has not been released. While the ruling party demanded an apology, Opposition leaders questioned the governments response, keeping the controversy alive in Parliament
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune due to throat issues, coughing and chest congestion, is stable and steadily improving. Doctors said his vital parameters are normal and discharge is likely in two days
Nearly 20 residents were trapped after a gallery collapsed in the Sant Vinobabhave Nagar slum in Ahmedabads Amraiwadi area on Wednesday. Eight to ten people have been rescued so far, seven of whom sustained minor to moderate injuries. No deaths have been reported, and rescue operations are ongoing
Polling began at 7 a.m. for municipal elections in 116 municipalities and seven corporations in Telangana, with over 52 lakh voters eligible to cast their votes. A total of 12,944 candidates are contesting across 2,981 wards amid tight security arrangements. Counting will take place after repolling, if required
The meeting was aimed to assess and strengthen the overall security framework for ensuring safety of the tourists, they said. Officers from the district police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) held detailed discussions on the effective implementation of the standard operating procedures (SOPs)
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which would connect Ontario and Michigan and would be a vital economic artery between the two countries, is scheduled to open this year. But Trump has now threatened to block the bridge from being opened
Seychelles President Patrick Herminie departed for home after concluding a successful visit in India. During his visit, he was seen off at the airport by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare
A 30-foot-high condom billboard with the message Just Use It has been installed in Aizawl to raise HIV awareness ahead of International Condom Day on Feb 13, marking a first-of-its-kind prevention campaign in the city. The blink-a-100-times-but-you-cannot-miss-it message is the initiative of Aids Healthcare Foundation (AHF)-India Cares
Nine people were killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, with seven victims found inside a local high school and two at a nearby home. The suspected shooter was found dead at the school in an apparent suicide. Several others were injured as police continue to investigate the motive
Irans armed forces warned adversaries of a stronger and wider response to any threats, amid rising tensions due to increased US military presence in the region. In a statement issued on Tuesday, on the eve of the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolutions victory, the General Staff praised the Iranian nations endurance and pledged firm defence
Pakistans Supreme Court allowed a PTI lawyer to meet jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and submit a report on his living conditions at Adiala Jail. Khan, 73, has been in jail since August 5, 2023, after his conviction in a corruption case.
The lawyer of tobacco baron KK Mishras son Shivam Mishra claimed that Shivam was not driving the luxury sports car that rammed into pedestrians, despite police saying CCTV footage and eyewitnesses place him behind the wheel. His father, KK Mishra, also made similar claims. My son was not driving the car. He was asleep
Fresh violence broke out in Manipurs Ukhrul district after an alleged assault on a Tangkhul Naga man, with abandoned houses set ablaze and shots fired, prompting authorities to suspend internet services for five days. The state government has suspended internet services in the district for five days, police said
A 30-year-old Malvani resident was allegedly stabbed, dismembered and dumped in a nullah by his wifes lover. The body parts washed ashore at Juhu beach, leading to the arrest of the accused. Police said the victim had confronted the accused over an affair weeks before the murder
The Bombay High Court has cleared the redevelopment of an 80-year-old building in Matunga East, dismissing a petition by minority tenants challenging MHADAs eviction notice. The court ruled that individual objections cannot override majority consent in lawful redevelopment projects
An 18-year-old HSC student from Dombivli died after falling from a local train between Mumbra and Kalwa while travelling to his English board exam. The tragedy has reignited concerns over overcrowding in Mumbais suburban rail network
Passengers travelling to Navi Mumbai International Airport are facing steep and unpredictable surge pricing by Uber and Ola, with fares for 16-18 km rides reaching Rs 800
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The DGCA stated that, in the wake of the VT-SSK crash, the audit will be conducted in phases, starting with larger operators. The special safety review, which began on February 4, 2026, also includes VSR Ventures
Another BJP corporator, Deepaksingh Rawat, was chosen as Deputy Mayor of the Nanded Waghala Municipal Corporation (NWMC), where elections were conducted last month alongside 28 other civic bodies across the state
The Supreme Court has asked 17 states, including Delhi and Maharashtra, to set up special NIA courts for pending anti-terror cases, with the Centre providing Rs 1 crore for each court. Delhi leads with 59 cases, and 16 courts at Rouse Avenue in Delhi will be ready by April 2026
Opposition MLCs, mainly from the RJD, were evicted and suspended for the day from the Bihar Legislative Council after disrupting proceedings and demanding Chief Minister Nitish Kumars resignation over crimes against women
BJP MP Samik Bhattacharya raised Kolkata Port land encroachment in the Rajya Sabha, citing the mayors remark calling the area mini Pakistan. Minister Shantanu Thakur confirmed encroachment and ongoing court cases, while TMC and opposition MPs protested the comment
The backing of the Shiv Sena (UBT) group proved decisive for BJP in a House with finely balanced numbers. The mayoral poll saw hectic political negotiations and last-minute realignments, with every single vote proving critical
Shiv Sena MP Milind Murli Deora defended Indias economy, citing growth, digital payments, trade deals, and job creation, while the opposition criticized the Union Budget 2026-27 and the India-US trade deal
Sharad Pawar, veteran NCP chief, is recovering well and in stable condition at Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune. Doctors confirmed his vital signs are normal, and he remains under observation. Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar visited the hospital, and family members are by his side
The fact sheet highlights key terms of the agreement, including that India will eliminate or reduce tariffs on all US industrial goods and a wide range of US food and agricultural products. This includes dried distillers` grains, red sorghum, tree nuts,and fresh and processed fruit. certain pulses
Five members of a family, including a couple and their three children, were found dead inside their home in Mathura districts Mahavan area. Police suspect a case of mass suicide, with a video recovered indicating no third-party involvement. Post-mortem results are awaited
One woman was killed and at least six others were injured in a stampede at the Navgrah temple in Dabra town of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred during a religious gathering that triggered panic among devotees
Tina Ambani, 68, had been scheduled to depose on Monday but failed to appear. She is now expected to appear on February 17, with Anil Ambani, 66, set to follow on February 18. Their statements will be recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), officials said
The US President said that his country should control at least half of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which is still under construction and will connect Ontario with the US state of Michigan. The US 4.7-billion bridge is scheduled to open later this year
Scientists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a breakthrough spray that can halt severe bleeding almost instantly. The spray reacts with blood to form a soft, rubber-like gel in less than a second, sealing wounds and speeding up the bodys natural clotting process
The Kolkata Metro Railway has introduced an audio awareness message across several stations on the North-South corridor to discourage suicides, following multiple attempts reported on the Blue Line in recent months. Launched in collaboration with an FM radio channel, the message urges people facing mental distress to seek counselling
The Congress moved a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, backed by 118 MPs, alleging bias and denial of speaking time to the Opposition. The Speaker has asked officials to examine the notice, while the TMC said it would support the move after first appealing to the Speaker

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