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Centre Tightens Vigil In Pharma Hub Baddi, Reorganises CDSCO Zone Amid Drug Quality Concerns

The move comes as the government steps up inspections and enforcement measures, including Risk-Based Inspections across manufacturing clusters, after a spate of quality failures

28 Feb 2026 2:58 am
mRNA, Gene Therapy Guidelines On Anvil As Centre Begins Regulatory Overhaul To Spur Innovation

An expert panel formed to recommend changes has submitted its final report, and the Centre has now issued an office order assigning specific reforms to concerned divisions of CDSCO

28 Feb 2026 12:02 am
'India Now Striving To Regain Its Lost Strength': PM Modi's Full Speech At News18 Rising Bharat 2026

Addressing the News18 Rising Bharat Summit, PM Modi said India is once again focusing on the pillars that once made it a global economic force.

27 Feb 2026 11:40 pm
Fino Payments Bank MD Rishi Gupta Arrested; CFO Ketan Merchant Named Interim Head

According to an official statement, Chief Financial Officer Ketan Merchant has been appointed as the Head of the Organisation.

27 Feb 2026 11:32 pm
PM Modi Spotlights Self-Confident India, Slams CongressPolitics Of Protest At Rising Bharat 2026 | Top Quotes

From panning the opposition's 'ideological bankruptcy' to hailing India as the worlds growth engine, PM Modi mapped the nations journey toward an Aatmanirbhar future

27 Feb 2026 11:17 pm
Surat Mass Suicide: Main Accused Arrested After Note Reveals Credit Card Fraud, Mental Torture

Balmukund Khetan, his wife Priyanka and their elder daughter died at their residence in Surat after allegedly consuming poison, while the youngest daughter survived.

27 Feb 2026 10:56 pm
'Congress, Its Allies Have Never Done An Honest Day's Work': PM Modi's Swipe At TMC, DMK Ahead Of Polls

Invoking poll-bound West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, PM Narendra Modi said the TMC and DMK want nothing to do with the pain and troubles of the underprivileged

27 Feb 2026 10:48 pm
YouTuber Saleem Wastik Critical After Stabbing Attack At Ghaziabad Home

YouTuber Saleem Wastik, known for criticizing Islam, was stabbed in Ghaziabad. Police are probing motives as he remains in critical condition.

27 Feb 2026 10:41 pm
Rising Bharat Summit | PM Modi Hails Rise Of 'New India', Assails Congress For 'Defaming Nation'

The Prime Minister drew a sharp contrast between the 'slow and delayed'India of the past and the 'Fast and Fearless'India of 2026

27 Feb 2026 10:19 pm
Millennials Rejected Them, Gen Z Too: PM Modi Dismisses Rahul Gandhis Vote Chori Claims

Since the past four decades, Indians have been teaching the Congress a lesson, the prime minister said

27 Feb 2026 9:32 pm
PM Modi Underscores Indias Tech Leap, AI Summit Success At News18 Rising Bharat 2026

The Prime Minister noted that the world is now 'amazed' by Indias digital infrastructure, which has bridged the gap between governance and the common citizen

27 Feb 2026 9:24 pm
72 Arrested After Mob Assaults Two Bengal SIR Officials Who Entered Odisha By Mistake

Police arrested 72 people after two West Bengal officials were assaulted in Balasore, Odisha, amid child kidnapper rumours.

27 Feb 2026 9:00 pm
'Some Surprised About India's Trade Deals With Developed World': PM Modi At Rising Bharat Summit

PM Modi said over the last 11 years, India has rediscovered its strength and shed what he described as a long-standing colonial mindset

27 Feb 2026 8:57 pm
'EU FTA Not Only For Make In India, But Make With Europe and India': Swedish Envoy At Rising Bharat

Swedish ambassador to India Jan Thesleff said the India-EU free trade agreement should be seen as more than a trade deal because it is a broader signal of growing together

27 Feb 2026 8:21 pm
'Everyone Would Want Good Relations With India': Ex-Singapore FM At Rising Bharat Summit 2026

Yeo said India was on the trajectory of self-sustaining development and all its neighbours would want to have good relations with New Delhi in 10-15 years.

27 Feb 2026 8:13 pm
IAF Releases S-400 Strike Video, Says 'Longest Ever Kill In Military History' | Watch

The footage shows a radar detecting a distant aerial target, followed by the launch of a missile that successfully intercepts and destroys it at extreme range.

27 Feb 2026 7:58 pm
Canadian PM Mark Carney Reaches Mumbai To Begin His Four-Day India Visit To Reset Bilateral Ties

The Canadian Prime Minister arrived in Mumbai to kickstart his first official to visit to India from February 27 to March 2, which are focused on restoring bilateral ties.

27 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
'Judiciary Is Supreme': Anna Hazare Reacts As Court Grants Relief To Kejriwal In Excise Policy Case

Anna Hazare said that all citizens must accept court rulings in a democracy, irrespective of political differences.

27 Feb 2026 7:10 pm
Srinagar Court Issues NBWs Against Four Hizbul Operatives In Long-Pending Terror FIR

All four accused have been declared absconding, with investigators stating that they have deliberately evaded arrest despite sustained efforts to trace and apprehend them

27 Feb 2026 6:34 pm
Six Killed, Several Injured As Sleeper Bus Collides With Trailer On BarmerJodhpur Highway

At least 6 died and several were injured after a sleeper bus hit a trailer truck on BarmerJodhpur National Highway in Rajasthan.

27 Feb 2026 6:34 pm
Who Is Shimla ASP Abhishek Dhiman, Himachal Cop Who Stopped Delhi Police At Shoghi?

A standoff at Shoghi barrier saw ASP Abhishek Dhiman insist on legal formalities before Delhi Police moved three Youth Congress workers, ending after a heated exchange

27 Feb 2026 6:17 pm
News18 Evening Digest: 'Kerala Story 2' Cleared For Release As HC's Division Bench Stays Single Judge Order & Other Stories

We are also covering Vijay's Wife Sangeetha Files For Divorce, Kejriwal Claims BJP Would Fail To Cross 10 Seats If Delhi Votes Today, and other stories.

27 Feb 2026 5:48 pm
Big Relief For Swami Avimukteshwaranand As High Court Stays Action Against Him In POCSO Case

Allahabad High Court stayed Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati's arrest amid POCSO allegations; FIR filed, probe ongoing, bail plea under review.

27 Feb 2026 5:32 pm
Rising Bharat Summit | From Back-Offices To Nerve Centres: How GCCs Are Anchoring Indias Global Ambitions

65% of GCCs havealready experimented with or fully rolled out AI pilots, a discussion at the summit revealed

27 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
When Piyush Goyal Met Howard Lutnick, Sergio Gor: The Link Between Cow, US Trade Deal & Rahuls

Rising Bharat: Piyush Goyal reveals details of surprise meet with Howard Lutnick & Sergio Gor, which sparked speculation on US trade deal. Story includes a cow, calf and Rahuls

27 Feb 2026 4:58 pm
TVK Chief Vijays Wife Sangeetha Files For Divorce, Accuses Actor Of Infidelity

The petition was submitted before the Chengalpattu family court, which has issued a notice directing Vijay to appear in person on April 20.

27 Feb 2026 4:58 pm
SC Directs Man To Pay Rs 10,000 A Month To His Wife. He Only Earns Rs 325 Per Day

During the hearing of a maintenance case, the apex court ordered the monthly payment of Rs 10,000 to the woman, but the man said he earned only Rs 325 per day.

27 Feb 2026 4:57 pm
Wife Admitted Affair: Hubby Fights Rs 15K Very High Maintenance With Loans, Child Costs

During the proceedings, he informed the judge that he had married in 2015 but that his wife left him in 2021 for someone else.

27 Feb 2026 4:56 pm
Global Watch | PM Modis Strategic Israel Visit And The Politics Of Narrative Warfare

By strengthening ties with Israel while backing a two-state solution for Palestine, India shows an ability to balance strategic partnerships with historic principles of diplomacy

27 Feb 2026 4:54 pm
'Will Quit Politics If...': Kejriwal Claims BJP Would Fail To Cross 10 Seats If Delhi Votes Today

Kejriwals remarks came hours after a Delhi court cleared him and former deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the alleged corruption case linked to the now-scrapped excise policy.

27 Feb 2026 4:45 pm
'The World Has Always Sought India For A Way To Live': Global Voices At Rising Bharat 2026

At Rising Bharat 2026, Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, Francois Gautier, Suzanne Bernert and Nick Booker explored Indias spiritual depth, economic ambition & evolving identity.

27 Feb 2026 4:45 pm
Shimla SDM Oshin Sharma Under Scanner For 'Product Promotion' Video On Social Media, Probe Ordered

Oshin Sharma, currently posted as Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) in Shimla, had shared a promotional video on her social media account targetting gym-goers

27 Feb 2026 4:43 pm
After WhatsApp Triple Talaq, Woman Alleges Being Pressured For Halala With Father-In-Law

When the woman wanted to live with her husband again, he demanded that she undergo halala (marriage) with either her father-in-law or brother-in-law

27 Feb 2026 4:28 pm
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Suvarna Keralam SK-42 Ticket RR 161862 Wins Rs 1 Crore (27/02/2026) | Full List

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Suvarna Keralam SK-42 lottery for Friday, February 27.

27 Feb 2026 4:04 pm
Delhi's Double-Decker Buses Return After 40 Years: Rs 500 Ticket, Check Route And Tour Timings

Delhi has revived its iconic double-decker buses as heritage tourist rides, flagged off by CM Rekha Gupta from Vijay Chowk, showcasing landmarks like India Gate and Lotus Temple

27 Feb 2026 3:59 pm
Direct Trains From Hubballi For Holi And Ugadi: Check Dates, Timings And Stops

The train features a 23-coach composition to maximize capacity. This includes a mix of AC Two-Tier, AC Three-Tier, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class coaches.

27 Feb 2026 2:56 pm
5.5-Magnitude Bangladesh Earthquake Sends Strong Tremors Across Kolkata; Offices Evacuated

Tremors were felt across Kolkata and nearby districts after a 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday afternoon, triggering panic and precautionary evacuations.

27 Feb 2026 2:37 pm
UGC Declares Bengalurus Global Human Peace University Fake, Calls Degrees Legally Invalid

UGC officials warned that enrolling in such unrecognised institutions could severely harm students academic and professional prospects.

27 Feb 2026 2:15 pm
Staff Steal Rs 91 Lakh From Bengaluru Builder's Office; Two Arrested, Search On For Two Others

The theft took place on the night of February 20 at a builders office located on BEL Road under the Sadashivanagar police station limits.

27 Feb 2026 2:04 pm
'Protecting Citizens As Important As Innovation': Ashwini Vaishnaw On Digital India Bill

Raising concerns over emerging risks, the minister, speaking at News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, pointed to the surge in deepfakes and synthetic media.

27 Feb 2026 2:02 pm
Schools Closed On March 2 As Thanjavur District Declares Local Holiday For Masi Magam

In Thanjavur district, the Masi Magam festival is being celebrated prominently in Kumbakonam, with the Adikumbeswarar Temple serving as the focal point of the celebrations

27 Feb 2026 1:59 pm
'What Matters To Me Is...': 8-Year-Old Ranvir Sachdeva Shares $30 Trillion Economy Dream

Referring to India AI Missions roadmap, he underlined the importance of building a responsible AI ecosystem that is accountable, sovereign, ethical, accessible and legitimate.

27 Feb 2026 1:46 pm
'Trust Factor In Deploying AI Is Crucial': Ashwini Vaishnaw At Rising Bharat Summit 2026

Addressing fears of job losses, the minister, while speaking at News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026 said Indias IT industry has historically adapted to technological disruption.

27 Feb 2026 1:34 pm
Delhi Liquor Policy Case LIVE Updates: CBI To Approach HC Against Order Discharging Kejriwal, Sisodia In Excise Policy Scam

Delhi Excise Policy Case News Live: A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and others in the alleged Excise Policy scam case.

27 Feb 2026 11:58 am
CBI To Move Delhi High Court Against Kejriwal, Sisodia Discharge In Excise Policy Case

The CBI will move the Delhi High Court challenging the trial court order discharging Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy case.

27 Feb 2026 11:51 am
Patchy Rain, Thunderstorm Chances In Bengaluru: How The Week Looks Ahead

The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for several districts, as a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is likely to trigger rainfall.

27 Feb 2026 11:33 am
'Truth Has Won': Arvind Kejriwal Breaks Down After Delhi Court Clears Him In Liquor Policy Case

Arvind Kejriwal turned emotional after a Delhi court discharged him and Manish Sisodia in the CBIs Delhi Excise Policy case, saying truth has prevailed.

27 Feb 2026 11:29 am
Braj Ki Holi Video Shows Women Being Touched Inappropriately, Triggers Debate: Festival Ke Naam Par Harassment

While Holi is known for playful colour-smearing, the footage appears to show some men touching women inappropriately.

27 Feb 2026 11:19 am
'Unmitigated Disaster': Jyotiraditya Scindia Takes Swipe At Congress For AI Summit Protest

Speaking at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Scindia also reacted to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the India-US trade deal.

27 Feb 2026 11:11 am