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The teaser of Yash's upcoming movie Toxic: Fairy-tale for Grownups, which has released on internet today, has received good reviews from everyone and raised the bar of expectations from the film.

Norway has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim it would join the Board of Peace, though it will host the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee spring meeting on Palestinian aid and Gaza.

India has firmly opposed proposals to create a third category of membership in the United Nations Security Council, calling it a tactic to delay long-pending reforms. Speaking at the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN).

As the Trump Administration has now said many times: We totally reject global governance of AI. We believe AI adoption cannot lead to a brighter future if it is subject to bureaucracies and centralized control, he said.

An intelligence alert has been issued in Delhi after a warning of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort, with reports suggesting terrorists may target a temple in the Chandni Chowk area. The intelligence inputs indicated that key religious places, including those near the Red Fort and parts of Chandini Chowk, are on the target list of Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

The price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold was at Rs 1,54,080 on Friday down from Rs 1,54,483 seen on Monday, according to data published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).

Nifty added 0.39 per cent during the week and added 0.46 per cent on the last trading day to settle at 25,571. At Friday's close, Sensex was up 316 points or 0.38 per cent at 82,814. It advanced 0.38 per cent during the week.

The US recorded a $58.2 billion goods trade deficit with India in 2025, placing India among America's larger bilateral trade gaps, alongside the European Union and China. In December alone, the goods deficit with India was $5.2 billion.

US President Donald Trump said the trade framework with India will remain unchanged despite a Supreme Court ruling striking down his use of a specific tariff authority. Speaking at a press conference, Trump asserted that India will continue paying tariffs while the US will not.

The White House has said India's tariff rate will temporarily drop to 10% after the US Supreme Court struck down duties imposed under (IEEPA). The new 10% rate, introduced under Section 122 as part of President Donald Trump's global tariff order, will replace the earlier IEEPA-based tariffs for now.

Prabhas revealed that he once ordered food by flight from Chennai to Mumbai for Adipurush team. Everyone was shocked and surprised by his act and they enjoyed the food.

The tariff, effective February 24, However, several key categories are exempt, including critical minerals, energy products, fertilisers, certain agricultural goods, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and passenger vehicles.

The Space Launch System will carry astronauts in the Orion spacecraft as part of the agency's broader plan to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustained lunar presence. A Flight Readiness Review is scheduled for completion next week.

The US-led Pax Silica initiative is being seen as a strategic technology alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation in semiconductors, critical minerals and AI infrastructure, while reducing dependence on China-dominated supply chains.

Adivi Sesh has revealed that he is doing a special song in his upcoming movie Decoit. He is doing an item number for the first time in his career and he is very excited about the way it has shaped up.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Andhra Pradesh Deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan have congratulated Kannada actor Dr Shivarajkumar on him completing 4 decades in film industry.

The proposed expansion of the Industrial Estate at Bari Brahmana in Samba district has hit a major roadblock, with 150 kanals of allotted land still under encroachment and over 285 kanals yet to be formally transferred by the Revenue authorities.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis presented the award to Aryan Khan. The debutant director was also recently honoured with the Debutant Director of the Year award at the NDTV Indian of the Year 2025.

In Kalaburagi, Karnataka, an assistant professor at a private homoeopathy college was allegedly assaulted by a student for preventing him from copying during an internal exam. The student, Shahbaz, was caught using a mobile phone to cheat in the subject of Homoeopathic.

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Slovak President Peter Pellegrini met PM Modi at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, strengthening ties. Discussions covered trade, AI, digital tech, and energy. India's Cyclone Ditwah aid to Sri Lanka totaled USD 450 million.

The protesting Indian Youth Congress workers were detained by police for trespassing and risking the security of foreign delegates. The INC youth wing stated that the protest aimed to highlight the government's alleged prioritisation of corporate interests over national interests.

Despite prohibitory orders, a stone-pelting incident in Bagalkot, Karnataka, targeted butcher and meat shops on Friday, prompting police to use a lathi-charge. Hindu activists called for shop closures, while SP Siddharth Goyal managed the situation and BJP MP Narayansa Bandage urged calm.

Pax Silica is a US-led strategic alliance focused on resilient supply chains for critical minerals and developing robust Artificial Intelligence models. India's entry is expected to strengthen technological cooperation, boost the semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the MANAV Vision at the India AI Impact Summit, outlining a five-point framework for ethical and inclusive AI governance.

Saina Nehwal's biopic, which was released in 2021, has become a major talking point amongst cinebuffs and netizens after Parineeti Chopra unfollowed badminton champion Saina Nehwal on social media despite portraying her role in the film.

Atharvana Bhadrakali Pictures acquires its overseas theatrical rights of the movie Rakasa. The film will release in 350 theaters spanning the USA, Europe, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia on April 3.

Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj's highly-anticipated film, which is tentatively known as AA 23, has achieved a milestone even before starting shooting, with its theme music getting 1 million reels.

Akshay's confession left all those in the audience extremely amused, particularly because Twinkle Khanna has reinvented herself as a bestselling writer after stepping away from the film industry.

Megastar Chiranjeevi Konidela has dropped an emotional message to wish his wife, Sureka, on her birthday as well as their wedding anniversary in advance.

Bengaluru and Delhi NCR together account for over 50% of India's AI job openings, with Bengaluru at 25.4% and Delhi NCR at 24.8%, according to a CBRE South Asia report. Mumbai holds 19.2%, and the three cities together cover nearly 70% of AI roles.

The leaders discussed early FTA implementation and boosting ties in AI, digitalisation, innovation, clean energy, 6G, biofuels, and circular economy. PM Modi praised Croatia's interest in Yoga and Ayurveda and thanked Finland for FTA support.

At the closing bell, Sensex gained 283 points, or 0.34 per cent to settle at 83,734. Nifty added 93 points, or 0.37 per cent, to close at 25,819.

Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales called an AI-driven Grokepedia unrealistic at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, highlighting that Wikipedia relies on human collaboration, transparency, and verifiable sourcesqualities AI cannot replicate. He also criticized AI platforms for failing to credit original sources.

The Supreme Court stressed caution in pre-marital relationships in a rape-on-false-promise case, suggesting mediation. It also overturned a controversial Allahabad HC ruling, restoring minor rape attempt charges and directing guidelines for judicial sensitivity in sexual offence cases.

Galgotias University said the robodog on display was procured from Unitree, a Chinese robotics firm, and was being used as a learning tool for students. Following the controversy, Galgotias University was asked to exit the AI Summit immediately. However, the institution said it did not receive any such order from the government.

Qualcomm announced it will invest up to $150 million through Qualcomm Ventures to support Indian AI startups at all stages, focusing on automotive, IoT, robotics, and mobile. The announcement coincided with CEO Cristiano Amon's participation in the 'India AI Impact Summit 2026.'

Gold has support at Rs 1,49,800 and Rs 1,47,700 while resistance at Rs 1,53,150 and Rs 1,55,500. MCX silver has support at Rs 2,24,400 and Rs 2,18,800, and resistance is at Rs 2,32,200 and Rs 2,36,000, an analyst said.

Sidharth Malhotra's father, Sunil Malhotra, passed away. Kiara Advani pens an emotional note remembering him.

Samsung Electronics is likely to raise prices for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series, marking its first increase in three years, amid rising global memory chip costs driven by the AI boom. The new flagship smartphone is expected to be unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event in San Francisco on February 25.

Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Salman Khan, underwent surgery at Lilavati Hospital after being rushed there by the family physician. He is currently stable and on a ventilator, under close medical supervision. The press briefing will be held today.