The Times of India

Uttar Pradesh farmer successfully sold surplus solar power directly to a Delhi shopkeeper via a blockchain-enabled platform. This marked the launch of India's peer-to-peer electricity trading program at the India AI Impact Summit. The transaction involved six units of solar power, earning the farmer Rs 30.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, CRPF established 43 temporary operating bases in Jammu and Kashmir, situated at 6,000 feet and above. These bases, housing 16-25 personnel, are crucial for tracking and eliminating terrorists in higher reaches, utilizing specialized equipment for prolonged operations.

Former Akal Takht jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh accused the Badal family of patronizing corruption within the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC). He alleged land is being sold by unscrupulous elements and urged a Sarbat Khalsa to free the SGPC. Singh also claimed he refused to issue a false statement under pressure.

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate regarding a plea by Amit Katyal, an alleged associate of Lalu Prasad Yadav. Katyal, accused of cheating investors in a housing project and previously arrested in the railways jobs-for-land scam, seeks to transfer his case to the apex court.

Vijay Mallya's solicitors informed the Bombay High Court that he cannot precisely state when he will return to India, citing court orders in England preventing him from leaving or possessing travel documents. The court directed Mallya to file a fresh affidavit detailing these orders, as the Centre argued he has been absconding since 2016.

At least five deaths have been reported among wedding attendees in Bihar's Rohtas district following a 'tilak' ceremony on February 14. A probe has been launched by excise and district officials after speculation arose linking the fatalities to alleged liquor consumption. Four relatives died within three days of the event.

India's naval cadets now have dedicated 'floating classrooms' at sea with the launch of INS Krishna, the first of three indigenous training ships. These vessels offer hands-on experience in navigation and seamanship, serving as the Navy's core sea training infrastructure for three decades. They will also support international defense cooperation and humanitarian missions.

A new report reveals significant hurdles for persons with disabilities in accessing India's justice system. Inaccessible police stations, a lack of trained personnel like sign language interpreters, and inadequate legal aid are major concerns. Many PwDs remain unaware of their rights, facing infrastructural and attitudinal barriers when seeking help from law enforcement.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in Mumbai, marking their first interaction since the BMC elections. The meeting, which covered various issues, follows MNS's support for Shinde's Shiv Sena in Kalyan-Dombivli and Shinde's praise for Thackeray's broader perspective in decision-making.

Galgotias University was asked to vacate its stall at the AI Impact Summit after its showcased robot dog was identified as a commercially available Chinese model, sparking controversy. Meanwhile, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi called Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma 'Assam's Jinnah' and downplayed a former state chief's exit.

A Rajasthan BJP MLA sparked controversy by comparing the state budget to gendered outcomes, calling the BJP's budget a youth budget that gave birth to a boy and the previous Congress budget an old-age budget that resulted in the irth of a girl. Congress members strongly criticized the remarks as discriminatory and inappropriate, demanding clarification from the ruling party.

Shiv Sena (UBT) urges the INDIA bloc to strategize collectively before state elections, highlighting internal confusion within Congress. The party's mouthpiece points to conflicting suggestions for leadership, including Mamata Banerjee and Stalin, questioning the alliance's post-election direction and stressing the need for unified action.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged Hindu families to have at least three children, citing concerns over a declining population. He emphasized uniting and empowering the Hindu community, advocating for the detection and deportation of infiltrators. Bhagwat also stressed the importance of social harmony, addressing caste divisions, and uplifting the disadvantaged, asserting India's potential to guide the world.

Social media giant X argued in Delhi High Court against broad court orders to block content, asserting that satire, fair comment, and public speech deserve protection. The platform opposed Baba Ramdev's lawsuit, which alleges AI-generated content misappropriated his image, stating that such restrictions could stifle freedom of expression and lead to internet sanitization.

Gujarat's voter count has dropped by 13.4% to 4.4 crore after a special revision removed 77 lakh names and added 9.5 lakh new electors. This significant decline follows two rounds of scrutiny, with over 40 lakh voters identified as permanently shifted and 18 lakh deceased.

India's Supreme Court expressed alarm as lawyers increasingly use AI to draft petitions, leading to citations of non-existent judgments. This hallucination by AI tools is complicating judicial work, forcing judges to verify every quoted paragraph. High courts have also penalized parties for submitting AI-generated arguments with fake case law, highlighting the urgent need for verification.

Tina Ambani, wife of Anil Ambani, missed her second Enforcement Directorate summons regarding a money laundering probe. Her husband, Anil Ambani, is also under investigation for a Rs 40,000 crore laundering case. The ED is seeking international cooperation to trace alleged illicit funds, having already conducted numerous searches and attached significant assets.

A Railway Protection Force constable is under investigation. He was seen in a video kneeling on a youth's neck at Tiruvottiyur railway station. The youth was reportedly travelling without a ticket and was drunk. The incident drew widespread condemnation online. Officials have ordered an internal inquiry into the constable's actions. Departmental action will follow the inquiry report.

Black boxes from the crashed Learjet at Baramati airport sustained significant fire damage, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau reported. While the flight data recorder was successfully downloaded, specialized help is needed for the cockpit voice recorder. This raises questions about the extent of damage, with experts and politicians calling the CVR's condition mysterious and serious, hinting at potential foul play.

India and France are deepening their strategic ties with a new helicopter assembly line in Karnataka and a potential multi-billion dollar Rafale jet deal. Prime Minister Modi highlighted the nations' shared trust and commitment to manufacturing and exporting advanced technology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled the bravery of Indian soldiers in World War I and the daring escape of Veer Savarkar from Marseille during a joint press meet with French President Emmanuel Macron. Modi highlighted the port city's connection to these historical figures, noting his own homage to Savarkar during a previous visit.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a boyfriend in a mutual suicide pact case, stating the surviving partner must be punished for abetment. The court ruled that the survivor's participation directly facilitated the deceased's suicide, establishing his culpability. The convicted individual has been ordered to surrender within four weeks.

The BJP has criticized Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for opposing the Great Nicobar island infrastructure project, accusing them of attempting to derail it. The party highlighted the National Green Tribunal's approval as a victory against their disruptive efforts. The project aims to establish a major transshipment hub, countering reliance on foreign ports and China's expansionist designs.