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Aadhaar Overhaul Could Make Your Card More Secure And Privacy-Friendly. Here's How

The new system will promote the use of QR digital verification, which will only require disclosure of necessary information, eliminating the unsafe offline verification process

17 Feb 2026 12:57 pm
Solar Eclipse Today Live Updates: First Surya Grahan Of 2026 To Begin In 3 Hours

Surya Grahan Time Today, Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse Live Updates: Track updates on timings, India visibility, NASA and safety dos and donts.

17 Feb 2026 12:52 pm
Jilted Lover Stabs Girl With Beer Bottle After She Rejects His Proposal

In a fit of rage, Swaroop reportedly brandished a beer bottle, smashed it, and used the jagged glass shards to repeatedly stab the victim, inflicting wounds on her neck and hands.

17 Feb 2026 12:51 pm
Emmanuel Macron Beats Cameras, Enjoys Surprise Early Morning Jog In Mumbai | Watch

Macron appeared relaxed and energised, enjoying Mumbais vibrant morning culture as he hit the promenade reaching Marine Drive.

17 Feb 2026 12:46 pm
AI Impact Summit Opens To Packed Halls, Heavy Footfall Leads To Crowding, Delays On Day 1

AI Impact Summit: With the heightened interest, certain sessions saw more than expected participants, leaving those who couldnt join disappointed

17 Feb 2026 12:42 pm
Video Filmed Inside Car Captures Moment When Delhi Teen's SUV Collided Head-On With Bike

A 23-year-old man, identified as Sahil Dhaneshra, lost his life in a road accident in Delhi earlier this month, involving an SUV allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy.

17 Feb 2026 12:34 pm
Bill Gates Will Attend India AI Summit, Spokesperson Clarifies

Bill Gates is absent from the AI Summit in Delhi, his name missing from the Global Visionaries list, amid controversy and renewed scrutiny over links to Jeffrey Epstein.

17 Feb 2026 12:33 pm
Solar Eclipse 2026: When And Where The Ring Of Fire Will Be Visible | Check Timings

An annular eclipse happens when the Earth, Sun and Moon are aligned and the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth.

17 Feb 2026 12:32 pm
Macrons India Itinerary: From Mumbai Talks With PM Modi To AI Summit In Delhi

Macrons visit, which includes stops in Mumbai and New Delhi, marks his fourth trip to India. Check French President's full itinerary here

17 Feb 2026 12:14 pm
From Hill Shrine To Mosques & Fire Temples: How Sabarimala Has Rekindled Debate On Women's Rights

The Sabarimala verdict, and the subsequent rethink, not only triggered a pan-India debate, but also opened the floodgates to womens right to access places of religious worship

17 Feb 2026 11:58 am
Karnataka Class 10 Boy Dies After Jumping From Third Floor Of School Hostel

CCTV footage showed the boy walking near the hostel railing, standing there for a few moments and then jumping.

17 Feb 2026 11:19 am
Extraordinary Potential Of Indian Talent: PM Modi Shares Highlights Of AI Impact Expo 2026

PM Modi said the AI summit showcased the extraordinary potential of Indian talent in shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence for global good.

17 Feb 2026 11:18 am
AI Summit India 2026 Updates: PM Modi Inaugurates India AI Impact Expo At Bharat Mandapam

The summit will see participation from several global leaders, including Emmanuel Macron, Luiz Incio Lula da Silva, Pedro Snchez, Tshering Tobgay and Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

17 Feb 2026 10:52 am
Massive Brain Bleed, Multiple Fractures: What Autopsy Of Delhi Man Killed By Teen Driver Reveals

The autopsy revealed injuries to vital organs, including the spleen and liver. There was accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity, the space between the lungs and chest wall.

17 Feb 2026 10:43 am
Sivaganga Custodial Death Case: Madras HC Dismisses Bail Petitions Of Four Cops

Madras HC rejected bail petitions of four police personnel in connection with the Sivaganga custodial death case.

17 Feb 2026 9:56 am
You Don't Deserve That Chair': Navjot Kaur Sidhu Slams Rahul Gandhi, Praises PM Modi

Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu criticised Rahul Gandhi for being inaccessible and unequal in approach, while praising Prime Minister Modis demeanour.

17 Feb 2026 9:53 am
Bhupen Borah Flags Gogoi's Pakistan Link Row In Resignation Letter, Says Congress Image Hit

Borah sent his resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and also wrote to Rahul Gandhi on Monday.

17 Feb 2026 9:28 am
Students Evacuated After Bomb Threat Targets Mohali Private Schools

Police said investigations are underway to trace the origin of the threat and search operations are continuing.

17 Feb 2026 9:28 am
Eknath Shinde Directs PMC To Fast-Track Appointment Of Pahalgam Victim Santosh Jagdales Daughter

The Maharashtra move came after reports of financial distress and disappointment due to a delay of around 10 months in providing the government job promised on February 15.

17 Feb 2026 9:22 am
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-507 Winning Numbers For February 17, 2026; First Prize Rs 1 Crore

Kerala Lottery Result Today: Sthree Sakthi SS-507 lottery result will be declared today, on Tuesday, February 17. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.

17 Feb 2026 9:00 am
This Is A Crime, Not An Accident: Mother Of 23-Year-Old Dwarka Crash Victim Seeks Justice

Inna Makan seeks justice after Sahil Dhaneshra died in a Dwarka crash caused by a minor driving a Scorpio for fun reels. Police registered an FIR and the accused got interim bail.

17 Feb 2026 8:47 am
'Were Alive, But Not Living...': Chhattisgarh Couple Dies By Suicide After Son's Death In Accident

A suicide note recovered from the scene stated that the unbearable grief of losing their only son had driven the couple to take the step.

17 Feb 2026 8:15 am
AI Summit: Cyber Threat Triggers Nationwide Alert As India Activates G20-Grade Shield

One of the most serious risks is the misuse of social media and deepfake technology to manipulate or fabricate statements by world leaders, potentially spreading false narratives

17 Feb 2026 7:30 am
HMT Revival Plan Gains Steam, Workers Dues Top Priority As MHI Moves On PSU Turnaround

A series of meetings has been held between the Ministry, the Cabinet Secretary, and the Financial Secretary to finalise the plan

17 Feb 2026 7:00 am
Teen, Who Ran SUV Over 23-Year-Old In Delhi, Gets Bail On Grounds Of Class 10 Board Exams

The driver of the Scorpio was a teenager driving without a valid driving licence at the time of the accident.

17 Feb 2026 6:54 am
'Key To A Safe Indo-Pacific': Ambassador Sergio Gor Says India-US Defence Ties Growing Stronger

Sergio Gor, along with Samuel J. Paparo, commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Indian Armys Western Command.

17 Feb 2026 6:15 am
Emmanuel Macron India Visit LIVE: French President Arrives In Mumbai Ahead Of Key Talks With PM Modi

Emmanuel Macron India Visit LIVE Updates: The visit marks Macrons fourth trip to India and first to Mumbai, with bilateral meetings scheduled Tuesday with PM Modi.

17 Feb 2026 5:56 am
'Submit 2-Page Note, Cite Apps For Department Use': Ministry Officials Asked To Attend AI Summit

An office memorandum directed all officers at and above the level of deputy secretary in ministries and departments to visit the India AI Impact Summit 2026

17 Feb 2026 12:47 am
J-K LG Manoj Sinha Orders Reopening Of 14 Tourist Sites Shut After Pahalgam Terror Attack

Manoj Sinha announced reopening of 14 tourist spots in Jammu and Kashmir, including Yousmarg, Doodhpathri, Devi Pindi, after closures following the Pahalgam terror attack.

16 Feb 2026 11:53 pm
Accused Boyfriend Tried To Summon Girlfriend's Spirit After Killing Her In Indore

Currently being questioned by the Indore police on remand, the arrested youth, who is the son of a businessman in Mandsaur, has confessed to strangling the woman to death.

16 Feb 2026 11:49 pm
IndiGo Extends Flight Cancellations To Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku, Tashkent Amid US-Iran Tensions

Both IndiGo and Air India have stopped using Iranian airspace and are operating alternative routes for their long-haul flights.

16 Feb 2026 10:46 pm
From Collection To Segregation, Mumbai Charts New Waste Management Strategy

Mumbai Climate Week 2026 urged expanding waste segregation, local treatment, and citizen action to cut landfill methane, say officials, NGOs, and experts.

16 Feb 2026 9:47 pm
Around 200 Special Trains Announced For Holi | Check Routes

Central Railway announces 186 Holi special trains on routes like Mumbai-Nagpur, Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin, LTT-Banaras, and CSMT-Sawantwadi Road. Bookings start February 18.

16 Feb 2026 9:41 pm
Three Inmates, Including Two Pakistanis, Escape Juvenile Home In J&K's RS Pura

RS Pura, located close to the International Border (IB), has historically been considered a sensitive zone due to infiltration concerns.

16 Feb 2026 9:20 pm
'Need Of The Hour': Rajnath Singh Pushes For 6th-Gen Aero Engines To Boost Self-Reliance

Singh also described the development of aero engines as an extremely complex endeavour that integrates thermodynamics, material science, and advanced mechanical engineering.

16 Feb 2026 9:09 pm
'Can't Allow India To Be Maligned Globally': Delhi HC On Amrit Wilson's OCI Card Cancellation

Delhi High Court reviewed intelligence reports on Amrit Wilson, whose OCI card was cancelled over alleged anti-India activities. Both sides must submit arguments by August 27.

16 Feb 2026 9:08 pm
'AI For All' Vision: Akash Ambani Showcases Jio Pavilion To PM Modi At India AI Impact Summit

PM Narendra Modi reviewed applications spanning intelligence, healthcare, education, culture, and smart homes powered by AI models and solutions, at the Jio Intelligence Pavilion

16 Feb 2026 9:03 pm
After 3-Month Boycott, Children Return To Odisha Anganwadi, Eat Food Cooked By Dalit Helper

The anganwadi centre remained shut since November 21 last year, following the appointment of Sharmistha Sethy, a Dalit woman.

16 Feb 2026 8:50 pm
ED Slaps Rs 184 Crore Fine On NewsClick, Editor Prabir Purkayastha Over Foreign Funding Violations

Enforcement Directorate fined NewsClick Rs 184 crore under FEMA for alleged FDI misrepresentation.

16 Feb 2026 8:37 pm
Centre To Soon Launch 'Create In India' Mission To Boost Jobs: Ashwini Vaishnaw At AI Summit

Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasised on the need for AI models, creators to take responsibility for making sure that the new technology is strengthening the trust rather than belittling it.

16 Feb 2026 8:28 pm
Man Opens Fire From A Moving Car In Greater Noida, Video Goes Viral

A young man fired randomly from a moving car in Kasna, Greater Noida, sparking terror and a social media uproar. Police are investigating the viral video.

16 Feb 2026 8:11 pm
Three Sentenced To Death For Gang-Rape Of Israeli Tourist, Murder Near Hampi

While delivering the death sentence, the judge observed that the crime fell under the rarest of rare category and therefore warranted the maximum punishment.

16 Feb 2026 7:51 pm
Drunk Man Snoozes On Mumbai Railway Tracks As Train Approaches, Case Filed | Video

The man, reportedly under the influence, remained unfazed and continued sleeping under a white bedsheet.

16 Feb 2026 7:47 pm
Tension Grips Jaipur After Cop Assaults Temple Priests On Mahashivratri

Tension flared in Jaipur during Mahashivratri as priests clashed with Manak Chowk police over protocol violations.

16 Feb 2026 7:29 pm
SC's 9-Judge Constitution Bench To Hear Pleas Seeking Women's Entry Into Sabarimala From April 7

The Supreme Court will begin hearings in the Sabarimala review case before a nine-judge Constitution Bench from April 7, 2026, with written submissions due by March 14.

16 Feb 2026 6:36 pm
One Surgery Every Two Minutes: 175 MP Women Made To Lie On Ground For Sterilisation

Anganwadi and ASHA workers, who had brought the women to the camp, also admitted that basic facilities were lacking and that the women faced considerable trouble.

16 Feb 2026 6:16 pm
18, Including 9 Children, Died From Mysterious Fever In Haryana's Palwal

Eighteen people, including nine children, died from mysterious fever in Haryana's Palwal. Contaminated water and hepatitis B and C are suspected.

16 Feb 2026 6:00 pm
News18 Evening Digest: SC Slams Pleas Against Assam CM, Indian Girl Among Victims In Epstein Files

We are also covering: TN BJP Chief Nagendran Expresses Regret Over Remark Linking Trisha With Vijay, Imran Khan's Eye Report Submitted To Chief Justice and other top stories.

16 Feb 2026 5:58 pm
Indian Delegation To Visit US Next Week To Finalise Legal Framework Of Trade Deal

Virtual engagements between the two sides have been ongoing following the announcement of the interim trade deal earlier this month.

16 Feb 2026 5:55 pm
'Don't Believe Anything Before Marriage': Supreme Court Cautions Against Pre-Marital Sex

The top court cautioned that a boy and girl are total strangers before marriage, urging care in pre-marital physical relationships during a bail hearing.

16 Feb 2026 5:49 pm