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Macron Condemns Pahalgam, Delhi Terror Attacks; Backs India's Fight Against Terrorism

Both leaders expressed unequivocal and strong condemnation of terrorism and violent extremism in all forms, including cross-border attacks.

18 Feb 2026 12:23 am
RSS Centenary Outreach: Mohan Bhagwat To Travel To US For Diaspora Lecture Series

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is scheduled to travel to the United States for events organised by the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, but the dates are not yet confirmed

18 Feb 2026 12:06 am
Jai Ho: Macrons Greeting At Mumbai Event Draws Applause From PM Modi | Watch

Emmanuel Macron and PM Modi launched the India-France Year of Innovation in Mumbai, highlighting strong Indo-French ties.

17 Feb 2026 11:41 pm
Bharat Electronics, France's Safran Form 50:50 Venture To Make HAMMER Precision Weapon System

The partnership is expected to strengthen Indias indigenous capabilities in precision-guided munitions and provide long-term lifecycle support for the HAMMER system.

17 Feb 2026 11:26 pm
'Tremendous Power, Tremendous Risk': Lt Gen DS Rana Flags Offensive Edge Of AI In Modern Warfare

The Chief of the Strategic Forces Command highlighted how AI has become an indispensable tool in combating mass misinformation and psychological warfare

17 Feb 2026 10:51 pm
Planning Char Dham Yatra This Year? Online Registration To Come With A Fee

Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand will require devotees to pay a registration fee online to curb fake bookings and improve crowd management.

17 Feb 2026 10:45 pm
'Our AI Models Will Serve Billions In Their Native Languages': PM Modi On India's 'Creator' Potential

PM Narendra Modi said the Union Budget 2026 reinforces India's AI vision by expanding support for data centres, cloud infrastructure, and domestic compute capacity

17 Feb 2026 10:36 pm
We Never Claimed: Galgotias University Clarifies Robodog Displayed At AI Summit Was Chinese-Made

The university said the robotic dog was acquired from Unitree, a global robotics company based in China, and is being used as a learning tool for students.

17 Feb 2026 10:20 pm
Goa Consumer Commission Issues Warrant Against Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal

A bailable arrest warrant was issued against Bhavish Aggarwal after he failed to appear before South Goa Consumer Commission over Pritesh Chandrakant Ghadi's scooter complaint.

17 Feb 2026 9:31 pm
Delhi Police Register FIR Over Alleged Product Theft At AI Impact Summit

Delhi Police filed an FIR after NeoSapien's AI wearable went missing during India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam.

17 Feb 2026 9:23 pm
Strategic Upgrade To Innovation Push: 21 Big Takeaways From Macron's India Visit

PM Modi hosted Macron for wide-ranging talks in Mumbai, hours after the French leader arrived on a three-day visit to India.

17 Feb 2026 9:19 pm
Women Assaulted By Two Men For Honking In Greater Noida | Video

Police officials said two accused have been arrested in connection with the case and sent to jail, adding that further investigation is underway.

17 Feb 2026 8:41 pm
Woman Posing As Visitor Allegedly Flees With Newborn From Delhi Hospital, Probe Launched

On February 17 at around 5 am, the woman allegedly took the newborn on the pretext of feeding him milk.

17 Feb 2026 8:40 pm
Telangana Allows Muslim Govt Employees To Leave Office Early During Ramzan

The relaxation will be in effect from February 19 to March 20, except in cases where employees are required to remain on duty due to service exigencies.

17 Feb 2026 7:49 pm
'Safe, Inclusive AI For All': PM Modi Says India Helping Shape 'Force For Good' Conversation

PM Narendra Modi said while AI serves as a force-multiplier for human intent, the ultimate responsibility for decision-making must remain firmly with people rather than machines

17 Feb 2026 7:31 pm
PM Modi, Macron Share Car Ride To India-France Innovation Forum In Mumbai

PM Modi said that after bilateral talks and press statements, he and the French leader departed to attend several programs including the India-France Innovation Forum.

17 Feb 2026 7:19 pm
Soha Ali Khans Maha Shivaratri Post Came Late, But It Was Worth The Wait

Soha Ali Khan reposted Karishma Kemmus Shivaratri Instagram post and added a heart-shaped sticker.

17 Feb 2026 7:08 pm
Tech To Serve Humanity...: PM Modi Explains Vision Of Indias AI Summit, Motto Meaning

PM Modi said that AI stands at a civilisational inflection point, capable of expanding human capability in unprecedented ways but also posing challenges if left unguided.

17 Feb 2026 6:55 pm
27-Year-Old Man Dies After Falling Into Open Roadside Pit In Kerala

Jeys Benny died after his two-wheeler plunged into an open pit near Thodupuzha, sparking protests amid recurring similar tragedies in Delhi and Noida.

17 Feb 2026 6:28 pm
'Conduct Yourselves With Dignity': Court Asks Sunjay Kapur's Wife, Sister To Exercise Restraint

Senior counsel appearing for Priya Kapur argued that Mandhira had uploaded and circulated content on social media with the intent to tarnish her reputation.

17 Feb 2026 6:27 pm
News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi Meets Macron, Ajit Pawar Plane Crash CBI Demand & Other Top Stories

We are also covering: Khamenei's Challenge To Trump Amid High Tensions; Australia Knocked Out Of 2026 T20 World Cup After Zimbabwe-Ireland Washout

17 Feb 2026 6:21 pm
Sunetra Pawar Meets Fadnavis, Demands CBI Probe Into Ajit Pawar Plane Crash

The crash that took place on January 28 in Baramati, killed five people on board.

17 Feb 2026 5:57 pm
'Force For Global Stability': PM Modi Meets Macron, Announces Strategic Partnership With France

The remarks came after he held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan in Mumbai.

17 Feb 2026 5:57 pm
AI Summit Snarl: Ashwini Vaishnaw Apologises, Says Massive Youth Turnout Behind Day-One Disruptions

With total registrations already surpassing 300,000, the first day saw long queues and significant delays at entry points

17 Feb 2026 5:28 pm
The Ganga Is Drying, The Indus Is Rising: Study Flags Threat To India's Water Security

IIT Gandhinagar study reveals Indus Basin flow rose 8% while Ganga Basin declined 17%, threatening South Asia's water security and challenging the Indus Water Treaty

17 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
11 Tiger Deaths In 2026 Put Madhya Pradesh's 'Tiger State' Claim Under Lens

A radio-collared male tiger, aged around 2.5-3 years, was found dead in the core area of a reserve in Sagar, taking Madhya Pradeshs tiger deaths to 11 in 2026

17 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
India Has Over 38,500 Registered Drones: Why This Number Is Just The Beginning

India's drone count has crossed 38,500 with 40,000 certified pilots. Now, a 400 crore military drone base in Meerut signals the country's next big leap in unmanned aerial ambition

17 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
Two Pakistan Nationals Who Escaped Jammu Juvenile Home Held In Punjab

Officials said that the Pakistani nationals were tracked to a village in Punjab's Ludhiana by a police party and were subsequently arrested.

17 Feb 2026 5:20 pm
BNP Win Opens Door For Reset In Bangladesh Ties But Jamaat Surge, Pakistan Raise Red Flags | Exclusive

Indias immediate priority, sources say, will be ensuring the safety and security of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh under the new regime

17 Feb 2026 5:06 pm
'Major Conspiracy': Row Over Minorities Tag To Maharashtra Schools Hours After Ajit Pawar's Death

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered an immediate stay on the certificates issued during that period and announced a formal investigation.

17 Feb 2026 5:02 pm
Bike Crashes Into Electric Pole In Mangaluru, Riders Escape Unhurt | Video

The two riders, identified as students from Vijayapura, were flung off the bike on impact and rolled several metres before coming to a halt.

17 Feb 2026 4:59 pm
Delighted To Meet My Friend: PM Modi Welcomes Macron With Hug, Handshake In Mumbai | Watch

Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai last night for a three-day official visit from 17-19 February, at the invitation of PM Modi.

17 Feb 2026 4:27 pm
'Right Way To Go...': Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Centre In Talks With Social Media Firms On Age Curbs

Vaishnaw said Parliament has examined the issue in detail and that broader political consensus would be needed for stronger safeguards.

17 Feb 2026 4:24 pm
'Precedents Cited Never Existed': SC Flags 'Alarming' Trend Of AI Use For Drafting Petitions

The Supreme Court led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant warned of an alarming rise in lawyers using AI to draft petitions, citing fake judgments and extracts in court filings.

17 Feb 2026 3:33 pm
Haryana Chartered Accountant Slits Wife's Throat Hours After Valentines Day Dinner, Arrested

A Haryanabased chartered accountant was arrested for allegedly slitting his wifes throat just hours after their Valentines Day dinner.

17 Feb 2026 3:15 pm
70 Hospitalised In Noida After Eating Kuttu Atta: Why Buckwheat Flour Makes People Sick So Often

Local authorities responded by filing an FIR, sealing at least two shops and a warehouse suspected of supplying the contaminated or adulterated buckwheat flour.

17 Feb 2026 3:03 pm
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-507 Winning Numbers (17/02/2026) Full List

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Sthree Sakthi SS-507 lottery for Tuesday, February 17.

17 Feb 2026 2:58 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: French President Emmanuel Macrons India Visit, Bill Gates To Attend AI Summit & Other Top Stories

We are also covering: Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 12 other cricket legends who have written to the Pakistan government seeking urgent medical attention for Imran Khan.

17 Feb 2026 2:57 pm
Broken Seats, Non-Functional Screens: Punjab MP Writes To Aviation Minister Over Air India Flights

The MP stated that he has been receiving growing complaints, especially from travellers belonging to Punjab and the North Indian diaspora

17 Feb 2026 2:55 pm
Property Rates Still Rising, But Slower: Is This The Right Time To Buy In These 8 Cities?

According to PropTiger, home prices in 8 major cities rose 6% in 2025, slower than 2024. Is this stabilising trend the right time to invest? Experts weigh in

17 Feb 2026 2:52 pm
French President Emmanuel Macron Pays Homage To 26/11 Victims At Taj Hotel | Video

Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron honored 26/11 victims at Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai.

17 Feb 2026 2:51 pm
Meet The Tricolour Crab: New Species Discovered In Karnataka Forests

Beat Forester Gopal Naik noted that the crab is typically found at elevations between 500 and 600 metres above sea level and is confined to an area of approximately 24 sq kms.

17 Feb 2026 2:49 pm
Bihar Land Registration Rules Changed, 13 Key Details Required From April 1, 2026

From April 1, Bihar land registry will require 13 mandatory details for agricultural land. The move aims to ensure a transparent, digital and dispute-free registration process

17 Feb 2026 2:42 pm
India Eyes F-35, Su-57 League As Tata Leads Bid To Build Indigenous 5th-Gen Fighter

The AMCA project aims to develop an indigenous, single-seater, twin-engine stealth fighter jet equipped with advanced stealth coating, internal weapon bays and next-gen avionics

17 Feb 2026 2:40 pm
All About Bharat Mandapan, The Venue Hosting AI Impact Summit In Delhi

The venue now hosting the world's AI summit once stood as wasteland. Today it seats more people than the Sydney Opera House. Here is what you probably did not know.

17 Feb 2026 2:23 pm
Over $200 Billion Investment Expected: Vaishnaw On Indias AI Push

The minister noted strong interest from global CEOs, particularly in deep tech startups and infrastructure projects.

17 Feb 2026 2:04 pm
Kiren Rijiju Helps Locals Push Stranded Vehicle Amid Heavy Snowfall In Arunachals Tawang | Video

In winter, Arunachal experiences freezing temperatures, especially in high-altitude areas like Sela Pass and Tawang, where heavy snowfall can block roads and disrupt travel.

17 Feb 2026 1:57 pm
When Dues Go Unpaid: Court Locks Railway Office Over Farmer Compensation

While the land was taken for public infrastructure, the compensation provided was far below the market value. Railway department was supposed to pay Rs 50 lakh to the land owner.

17 Feb 2026 1:55 pm
4 Major Express Trains To Halt At Nayandahalli: Check Route Details

The new halts will benefit residents of Nayandahalli and nearby localities including Vijayanagar, Govindarajanagar, Nagarabhavi, Rajarajeshwari Nagar and Kengeri.

17 Feb 2026 1:32 pm
Bareilly Airport Expansion Approved; Direct Flights To Delhi, Mumbai On Cards

Bareilly Civil Airport expansion clears hurdle as 23.55 acres acquired; lease process begins, raising hopes for new flights to Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities

17 Feb 2026 1:09 pm