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'No Harassment From Income Tax': Confident Group MD Refutes Claims Around CJ Roy's Suicide

The founder and chairman of the Confident Group, C J Roy, allegedly died by suicide on January 30. His brother claimed he died because of harassment by I-T department.

9 Feb 2026 11:56 pm
PM Modi Announces $175 Million Aid To Seychelles To Boost Economic, Security Ties

PM Modi announced a Special Economic Package to support concrete projects in social housing, e-mobility, vocational training, health, defence, and maritime security.

9 Feb 2026 11:37 pm
Centre To Brief Tharoor-Led Panel On India-US Trade Deal, Opposition Seeks Response On Russia Ties

Ahead of the meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a detailed briefing with NDA MPs on the committee, indicating the government's efforts to coordinate its stance

9 Feb 2026 11:31 pm
Book Not Published: MM Naravane's Memoir Publisher Reacts After Delhi Police's FIR

Penguin Random House India clarified that Four Stars of Destiny by General Manoj Mukund Naravane has not been published.

9 Feb 2026 11:22 pm
Honesty Might Come At A Price: Mohammad Deepaks Gym Business Takes Major Hit After Kotdwar Row

Deepaks gym, which once had 150 members, now has only 15, reflecting the impact of the recent controversy.

9 Feb 2026 11:13 pm
Over 70 Children Fell Ill In Bihar After Having Mid-Day Meal, Locals Claim Lizard Had Fallen Into Food

Over 70 children fell ill after consuming mid-day meal at Upgraded Middle School in Karu Tola, Madhepura. Authorities have assured strict action.

9 Feb 2026 10:43 pm
Kerala MP Takes One-Year Membership Of Muhammad Deepak's Gym, Here's Why

Brittas said Deepak had been facing significant financial losses because of his stand, with a noticeable drop in footfall at the gym he operates.

9 Feb 2026 10:32 pm
Meet Thanya Nathan, Keralas First Judge With Visual Disability: 'Will Be Challenging Career'

Thanya Nathan from Kannur is the first visually challenged candidate to clear Kerala Judicial Service Exam 2025, inspired by SC ruling and aided by technology.

9 Feb 2026 10:26 pm
Shoe-Licker Muslims In Congress, Shoe-Eaters In BJP: AIMIM Leaders Remark Sparks Political Row

Targeting former chief minister Kamal Nath, Nizami said Nath seeks 100 per cent votes but gives only two seats in the name of representation.

9 Feb 2026 10:08 pm
Who Was Chinnu Pappu? Kerala Influencer Found Dead Weeks After Divorce

Chinnu Pappu, known as Reshma, a beloved Kasaragod influencer, highlighted rural life in Tulu. After a recent divorce, she was found dead in Uliyathadka.

9 Feb 2026 10:07 pm
Best Beauty And Skincare Valentine's Day Gifts For Your Better Half (Or Honestly, Yourself)

Low-effort, high-impact beauty picks that feel indulgent but useful

9 Feb 2026 9:56 pm
Heatwave Grips Kerala, Disaster Authority Issues Safety Advisory

KSDMA warns residents of rising temperatures, urges precautions against heat illnesses. Vulnerable groups, schools, and outdoor workers receive special instructions.

9 Feb 2026 9:47 pm
'Absolutely Pathetic': Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Slams SpiceJet For Delayed Take Off, Airline Responds

Ambadas Danve criticized SpiceJet after Mumbai-Goa flight SG1082 passengers were stuck 90 minutes without AC. SpiceJet issued a clarification.

9 Feb 2026 9:47 pm
'If You'd Zero Tariffs, US Wouldve Won India Match: Piyush Goyals Cricket Quip Amuses Sergio Gor

Referring to the India-USA T20 World Cup match, Piyush Goyal praised the American teams performance despite their limited history with the sport.

9 Feb 2026 9:15 pm
Bihar: 4 Teen Girls Die By Consuming Poison After Parents Scold Them For Mingling With Boys

The incident took place on January 29 in a Dalit settlement under Haspura police station.

9 Feb 2026 9:08 pm
Womans Body Found On Yamuna Expressway: Cops Use AI To Identify Her, Then Arrest Live-In Partner

The digital reconstruction provided a crucial breakthrough, leading to the identification of the woman as Sonali, a 25-year-old resident of Mahoba.

9 Feb 2026 9:07 pm
Mahasivaratri Brahmotsavams Rush Triggers Chaos, Protests At Andhras Srisailam Temple

Chaos erupted at Srisailam Mallanna Temple in Andhra as Brahmotsavams and Mahashivaratri drew huge crowds, sparking protests over delays, VIP darshan and poor facilities.

9 Feb 2026 8:45 pm
India, Mauritius Will Work For Peace, Stability In Indian Ocean: PM Modi After Call With Ramgoolam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam pledged to strengthen cooperation for peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region during a phone call.

9 Feb 2026 8:43 pm
Row Over Pakistani Patriotic Song At Maharashtra School, BJP Files Complaint

In his complaint, local BJP leader alleged that singing and dancing to such a Pakistani song at a school event hurt the sentiments of many citizens.

9 Feb 2026 8:37 pm
Delhi Police File FIR Over Circulation Of Ex-Army Chiefs Unpublished Book Amid Parliament Row

Delhi Police took cognisance of information found on social media and news forums claiming that a pre-print version of the book was in circulation.

9 Feb 2026 7:53 pm
Delhi Man Robbed Of Rs 80 Lakh At Gunpoint On Shastri Park Flyover

One of the employees was seriously injured after being shot in the hand and was rushed for treatment.

9 Feb 2026 7:46 pm
Kolkata Police Stations To Get Ramps To Provide Easy Access To Senior Citizens

Installation has been completed at 10 police stations, and ramps are expected to be installed at all identified stations within this week

9 Feb 2026 7:41 pm
Unprecedented Ghee Adulteration: Dairy Adulterated Nearly 7 Million Kg, Says Author Ranganathan

| This dairy had adulterated close to 7 million kilograms of ghee, this is unprecedented: @ARanganathan72 n18oc_indian18oc_politicsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

9 Feb 2026 7:36 pm
'Our Approach Is To Maintain Multiple Sources': Foreign Secy On Russian Oil Amid India-US Trade Deal

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India, as a developing economy and a major net importer of oil and gas, must prioritise stable and affordable energy supplies.

9 Feb 2026 7:35 pm
More Will Get It: DK Shivakumar Defends Cabinet Rank For Party Workers, BJP Objects

According to details, the Siddaramaiah government has handed out cabinet and minister of state ranks to a total of 149 individuals so far.

9 Feb 2026 7:03 pm
Home Minister Amit Shah To Inaugurate CBI's New Cybercrime Branch Tomorrow

The two-day conference, organised by the CBI in collaboration with I4C, Ministry of Home Affairs, will run from February 10 and 11 at Bharat Mandapam.

9 Feb 2026 6:57 pm
News18 Evening Digest: SC Grants More Time For Bengal SIR Scrutiny, No-Confidence Motion Against Om Birla & Other News

We are also covering: William, Kate Break Silence Over New Epstein Claims Tied To Andrew; Mohsin Naqvi Demands India-Pakistan-Bangladesh Tri-Series To End T20 WC Match Boycott

9 Feb 2026 6:41 pm
'Free Speech Must Be Protected': In Karnataka, No FIR Against Social Media Posts Without Probe

Karnataka DGP MA Saleem said a thorough preliminary inquiry into the online content must be conducted to ensure that the law is not being used as a tool for harassment

9 Feb 2026 6:32 pm
After Uttar Pradesh, Haryana Bans Buying And Selling Of Chinese Manjha

Haryana Government bans Chinese Manja statewide to protect public safety, wildlife, and environment. DGP urged citizens to use only cotton thread for kite flying.

9 Feb 2026 6:25 pm
Minor Hits Two-Wheeler With His Car In Mumbais Vidyavihar, Couple Critical

The victims family has alleged that the accused often performed stunts using the same car and uploaded videos on social media.

9 Feb 2026 6:20 pm
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Maker To Withdraw Writ Petition Against Censor Board From Madras HC

The producer stated that they have chosen to present the film before the CBFCs Revising Committee rather than continue with litigation.

9 Feb 2026 6:16 pm
India To Build First Quantum Valley In Andhra Pradesh's Amaravati. Here's Why It's A Big Deal

India launches Quantum Valley in Amaravati as part of the Rs 6,000-crore National Quantum Mission, aiming for global deep-tech leadership

9 Feb 2026 6:16 pm
Man Sets Shop Ablaze, Pours Petrol On Himself Amid Bulldozer Action In Varanasi

The incident occured after the Municipal Corporation began demolishing 21 structures identified as unsafe and obstructing the road widening project.

9 Feb 2026 6:11 pm
Kanpur Lamborghini Crash: Driver, Not Tobacco Tycoons Son Shivam Mishra, Was Driving, Says Lawyer

He said the car was being driven by Shivams driver, Mohan, and described the incident as an accident case.

9 Feb 2026 5:45 pm
Ready To Go To Jail: Himanta Biswa Sarma As Asaduddin Owaisi Files Case Over AI Video

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says he is ready to go to jail after Asaduddin Owaisi filed a case over the controversial 'point blank' video.

9 Feb 2026 5:35 pm
'File FIR, Arrest Those Wanted To Attack PM Modi': Rahul Gandhi To Centre

Rahul Gandhi said there was no question of Congress MPs threatening the Prime Minister and accused the government of using the claim as an excuse to avoid debate.

9 Feb 2026 5:33 pm
Mumbai Woman Dead After Fire Breaks Out On 13th Floor Of Vile Parle Building

A fire at Suvidha Pearl Building in Vile Parle East, Mumbai killed a woman. Fire engines responded and victims were taken to Nanavati hospital.

9 Feb 2026 5:28 pm
Supreme Court Grants More Time For Bengal SIR Scrutiny, Defers Final Electoral List

SC extended the deadline for West Bengal's final electoral roll under SIR by one week, issued a show-cause notice to the Director General, and directed more time for hearings.

9 Feb 2026 4:55 pm
Pregnant Cat Allegedly Kidnapped, Sold To Breeders In Bengaluru: 9 Booked

The identities and ages of the nine individuals have not been publicly disclosed, as investigators continue to piece together details of the case.

9 Feb 2026 4:55 pm
Minor Killed After Being Hit By Vande Bharat Express In UP; Kin Vandalise Hospital

Female doctors had to hide in a restroom to save themselves, he said, adding that the rioters were trying to break down the restroom door when the police arrived at the scene.

9 Feb 2026 4:41 pm
Move On: Singer Adnan Sami Hits Back At Opposition Over RSS Event Row

Adnan Sami rebukes Maharashtra Congress and Sanjay Raut for criticising his meeting with Mohan Bhagwat.

9 Feb 2026 4:36 pm
'Getting Better Medical Care Than Ladakh': Centre To SC During Sonam Wangchuk's Detention Hearing

Supreme Court urged Centre to reconsider Sonam Wangchuk's detention due to health concerns. Centre claims Wangchuk is receiving treatment at AIIMS Jaipur.

9 Feb 2026 4:31 pm
'If This Is The Quality Of Banking...': SC Raps Banks Over Handling Of 'Digital Arrest' Fraud Cases

The Supreme Court also questioned why the RBI has not taken tougher policy measures despite reports suggesting that over 54,000 crore has been siphoned off abroad.

9 Feb 2026 4:14 pm
NCP Chief Sharad Pawar Rushed To Hospital After Complaints Of Breathing Difficulty

Sharad Pawar was taken to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune from Baramati after his health deteriorated, experiencing a cough and difficulty in breathing, his office confirmed.

9 Feb 2026 3:17 pm
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Bhagyathara BT-40 Winning Numbers Full List

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Bhagyathara BT-40 lottery for Monday, February 9.

9 Feb 2026 2:59 pm
Bengaluru Power Cuts Planned On February 10 And 11: Check Area List

On February 10, power supply is likely to be disrupted in parts of Yeshwanthpur, Malleshwaram, Rajajinagar, Mahalakshmi Layout and Peenya.

9 Feb 2026 2:50 pm
Venus Transit On Feb 11, Success And Sudden Wealth Gains Likely For 3 Zodiac Signs

This Venus transit into Shatabhisha Nakshatra is believed to open doors to wealth, recognition, and emotional satisfaction for Taurus and other zodiac signs.

9 Feb 2026 2:50 pm
Rs 125-Crore Cash, Gold, Diamonds: What Was Unearthed In I-T Raids On Faridabad Builders

Income Tax Department raided 50 Faridabad locations, uncovering over Rs 125 crore from builders, school owners, and companies like Modern DPS School and Auric Builder

9 Feb 2026 2:29 pm
Karnataka Govt's 'Generous' Distribution Of Cabinet Ranks Puts Strain On State Exchequer

The Siddaramaiah administration has granted the status of Minister of State (MoS) to 54 additional individuals.

9 Feb 2026 2:06 pm