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He also introduced the Thiruvalluvar Scholarships, aimed at enabling Malaysian students to pursue studies in India. During his visit, PM Modi toured a special Person of Indian Origin (PIO) History and Heritage Exhibition, organised to celebrate the rich legacy, resilience, and contributions of the Indian diaspora in Malaysia

The tigress was captured on Thursday around 5 pm from the Nagalwadi forest range of Pench Tiger Reserve in central India, following which she was transported to the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve. After the road journey, the wild cat was taken by boat into the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary

According to officers, the operation began late on Tuesday after intelligence inputs indicated the presence of Company No 10 cadres and other Maoist members from Chhattisgarh in the border forests, allegedly planning violent activities

In Thane, the crime branch arrested an autorickshaw driver allegedly in possession of heroin worth Rs 6.68 crore. In Palghars Talasari area, police intercepted a tempo on the MumbaiAhmedabad Highway and found a large quantity of liquor concealed among medicines

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the IndiaUS trade deal framework will benefit farmers, MSMEs and exporters, with zero-duty access for Indian farm products to the US and reduced tariffs on key goods. He called it a Golden Letter Day

The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Saturday celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Patna, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in attendance. The occasion marked the Assemblys historic first sitting on February 7, 1921

PM Modi said the interim trade agreement with the US will strengthen Make in India, create jobs for women and youth, and open new opportunities for farmers, MSMEs and startups, while deepening India-US economic ties

Security forces in Manipur carried out coordinated operations against illegal poppy cultivation, militant activity and drug trafficking across several districts. Three acres of poppy fields were destroyed in Senapati and 80 acres in Ukhrul, with huts burnt at the sites

The US and India have announced a framework for an interim trade agreement under which Washington will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, while New Delhi will cut or eliminate duties on several US industrial and agricultural products

Sonia Gandhi has opposed a revision petition in the Rouse Avenue Court, calling it baseless and politically motivated. She denied allegations about her electoral roll inclusion before citizenship and argued the matter falls under the Central Government and Election Commission, not criminal courts. She has sought dismissal of the petition

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) at the Bihar Assembly to enable paperless legislative work, while Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav were absent. NeVA provides lawmakers digital access to bills, notices, questions, and committee reports

Maharashtra local body elections, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar on Saturday exercised her right to vote in the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in Baramati

Delhi Police apprehended over 500 people under Operation Cyber Hawk 3.0 as part of an ongoing crackdown on organised cybercrime networks. The drive builds on earlier phases that led to large-scale arrests, major seizures and the exposure of cyber fraud transactions worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore

The US will remove the additional 25 percent tariff on Indian goods from February 7, 2026, after India committed to stopping direct or indirect imports of Russian oil. The White House said India also agreed to purchase US energy products and expand defence cooperation with the US over the next decade

US researchers have developed a disposable wearable sensor that can protect cancer patients and military personnel from harmful radiation exposure. Designed to be worn on the skin or clothing, the patch combines light-sensing polymers with microelectronic grids to measure radiation dose in real time

In a rare blend of science and public participation, researchers have named a newly identified deep-sea chiton Ferreiraella populi after an online naming campaign. The initiative, led by the Senckenberg Ocean Species Alliance along with Pensoft Publishers and science YouTuber Ze Frank, drew over 8,000 name suggestions from the public via social

US researchers have developed a synthetic smart skin that can dynamically change its shape, texture, and appearance in response to heat, liquids, or mechanical stress. Created using a novel 4D-printing technique, the material is based on a hydrogel a soft, water-rich polymer embedded with digitally encoded instructions that control how it reacts

A delegation of transport and delivery gig workers met Rahul Gandhi, seeking central legislation and faster implementation in Congress-ruled states. The meeting comes ahead of a nationwide strike protesting falling incomes and lack of minimum fares

A 25-year-old motorcyclist, Kamal Bhayani, died after falling into a 15-foot-deep pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board for construction work in west Delhis Janakpuri area. The incident came to light on Friday morning when police found his body and motorcycle inside the pit

Thirteen Phipsons shieldtail snakes, a rare and vulnerable species of the Western Ghats, were discovered inside a small polyhouse in Vadgaon village of Punes Maval taluka. Wildlife rescuers examined the non-venomous snakes and safely released them into suitable natural habitats under forest department guidance

This goes for other hostels too, where students will be studying for different degrees

Coalitions work only when power is shared. With Ajit Pawar gone, that balance is disturbed, paving the way for the BJP to become the single strongest force in the Mahayuti, not just one among equals

Among those neutralised was Prabhakar, the in-charge of the Gadchiroli Division Committee, West Sub Zonal Bureau, and Company No. 10 of the CPI (Maoist). He hailed from Kamareddy, Telangana, and carried a reward of Rs 25 lakh on his head, an official statement said

In May 2023, the state government elevated the status of the Jalna Municipal Council to that of a municipal corporation. Last months municipal polls were the first elections of the Jalna civic body since the elevation

Alongside Landges election, Sharmila Babar was unanimously elected as deputy mayor. Other key appointments include Prashant Shitole as Leader of the House andBhausaheb Bhor as Leader of the Opposition

According to police, the accused officers were working along with a village headman to target the farmer, who had recently received a large sum after selling his property

Russian military intelligence deputy chief Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev was shot and wounded in Moscow by an unknown assailant. The attack continues a series of killings of senior Russian officers, which Moscow has blamed on Ukraine. Authorities have called for increased protection of top military figures

The work will be carried out in nine phases between km 300.400 and km 365.800, covering stretches in Buldhana (Lonara, Sindkhed Raja, Deulgaon Raja) and Jalna districts (Jalna taluka). Each phase will involve a complete halt of traffic on the affected carriageway for 45 to 60 minutes

A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan noted that the girl became pregnant while in a relationship with a neighbourhood boy and had approached the court seeking termination of the pregnancy

A suicide bomber attacked Khadijatul Kubra mosque in Islamabad during Friday prayers, killing at least 15 and injuring over 80. The attacker was linked to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan. Authorities condemned the attack

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday termed the IndiaEU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) a game-changing development in bilateral relations while addressing the inaugural IndiaEU Forum. Highlighting the expanding partnership, he pointed to significant scope for deeper cooperation in security, defence, climate action

A private coaching class teacher in Maharashtras Latur was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a 13-year-old student. Police said the accused sent inappropriate messages, made threats and later touched the minor inappropriately. He was booked under the POCSO Act

Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Friday after repeated disruptions by opposition members over multiple issues, marking the second consecutive day that discussion on the Union Budget could not be taken up. As the House reassembled at noon following an earlier adjournment, opposition MPs again entered the Well, raising slogans

Delhi Police PRO Sanjay Tyagi on Thursday said that, compared with previous years, there has been no increase in missing-person reports in the city. In fact, January 2026 saw fewer such cases than in the same period last year

Meanwhile, another C-60 commando also sustained a gunshot injury during the encounter on Thursday night. He was evacuated from the area and airlifted to Bhamragad taluka. Officials said his condition is stable and he will be shifted to Gadchiroli for further treatment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday underlined the importance of board examinations, calling them the foundation for future opportunities, during the ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha. Interacting with students, teachers and parents from across the country, he urged students to prioritise board exams with disciplined preparation

Rescue and recovery operations are underway after an explosion at an illegal rat-hole coal mine in Meghalayas East Jaintia Hills claimed 18 lives. An NDRF team reached the Thangskai area to assist local authorities. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma assured strict action against those responsible and announced Rs 3 lakh ex-gratia for the victims

Addressing a rally in Telangana`s Bhainsa, Owaisi criticised PM Modi for projecting himself as the biggest backward class leader, while alleging that his government failed to stand by anti-discrimination measures in higher education

According to police, the murder took place on Wednesday at Kethireddypally village when the victim had gone to survey her ancestral land along with her mother. Her elder brother and three others allegedly conspired to eliminate her to grab her share of the disputed four acres, said police

Aam Aadmi Party leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside a gurdwara in Jalandhars Model Town on Friday morning. The attackers, who were on a two-wheeler, opened fire as Oberoi arrived at the gurdwara in his vehicle. He was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries

Chinese robotics firm MirrorMe Technology has unveiled Bolt, which it says is the worlds fastest full-size humanoid robot. Standing 5.7 feet tall and weighing 75 kg, Bolt achieved a peak speed of 10 metres per second during real-world testing, setting a new benchmark in bipedal robotics

The UKs first battery-only powered passenger train has entered service, with Great Western Railway deploying the Class 230 on the Greenford branch line in West London. The five-mile return route from West Ealing to Greenford replaces a diesel service after a 22-month trial of rapid charging technology

Researchers in Australia have discovered an innovative way to recycle discarded mattress foam using a common fungus, Penicillium chrysogenum. The fungus binds shredded polyurethane foam through its mycelium, creating a lightweight, heat-resistant material that performs nearly as well as commercial insulation, offering a sustainable alternative

Irans top military leadership has said the country has significantly enhanced its deterrence by upgrading domestically produced ballistic missile systems. The remarks come amid ongoing nuclear negotiations with the US and follow last years US-Israeli military action against Iran, after which Tehran claims it shifted towards an offensive

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Thursday said five Tejas Mk-1A light combat aircraft are fully ready for delivery to the Indian Air Force. While deliveries have been delayed due to GE Aerospace missing engine supply timelines, HAL said it is in discussions with the IAF to hand over the jets at the earliest and remains confident of meeting

US President Donald Trump has rejected Russias proposal to extend the New START treaty as it expired, leaving the US and Russia without legally binding nuclear limits for the first time in over 50 years, raising fears of a renewed arms race

Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched Bharat Taxi, Indias first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, following a successful pilot. Initially rolled out in Delhi-NCR and Gujarat, the service aims to expand nationwide within two to three years, operating on a zero-commission, surge-free model with profits shared directly

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Even underground water pipelines have been destroyed, resulting in water flowing on the road, making the stretch muddy and difficult to walk on

According to an official statement issued by the Gadhchiroli Police, based on credible intelligence about the presence of remaining Maoist members of Company Number 10 and an unidentified Maoist group from Chhattisgarh, a large-scale search operation was launched