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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

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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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.