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3-hr takedown, AI labels: Govt cracks down on deepfakes

India has significantly tightened digital rules to combat deepfakes, mandating clear labelling and traceability for AI-generated content. Social media platforms now face stricter compliance, with reduced timelines for takedown of unlawful material and direct responsibility placed on senior officers. These new regulations aim to enhance user safety and accountability in the digital space.

The Times of India 11 Feb 2026 2:53 am

SC's gender handbook is too 'Harvard-oriented': CJI

Chief Justice Surya Kant criticized the Supreme Court's gender stereotype handbook as overly technical and inaccessible to common people and rape survivors. He emphasized the need for practical training for High Court judges on handling sexual assault cases. The bench set aside an insensitive Allahabad High Court ruling on an attempted rape case.

The Times of India 11 Feb 2026 2:45 am

Opposition, barring TMC, submits notice for removal of Speaker

Opposition parties, excluding TMC, have submitted a notice to remove Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, accusing him of latant partisanship. The move follows repeated denials of permission for Rahul Gandhi to speak, escalating tensions. Birla will abstain from proceedings until the resolution is addressed, likely on March 9.

The Times of India 11 Feb 2026 2:42 am

Govt Assures Parliamentary Panel On Crude Imports, Highlights Gains From US, EU Trade Pacts

Senior officials from the Ministries of External Affairs and Commerce conveyed this to the Shashi Tharoor-led Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, sources said

News18 11 Feb 2026 1:33 am

LGs Sainik Sahayta Kendra ensures timely welfare support for Soldiers families

Jammu Tawi, Feb 10:Lieutenant Governors Sainik Sahayta Kendra (LGSSK) continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment and steadfast support to serving soldiers and their families, honoring their priceless service to the nation. Through proactive intervention and seamless coordination with various authorities, the LGSSK has successfully resolved several representations and provided time-bound assistance. Upon receiving a martyrs [] The post LGs Sainik Sahayta Kendra ensures timely welfare support for Soldiers families appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:11 am

IndiaUS Trade Deal may adversely impact J&K economy: CM

Asserts deal benefits others, not UT; rules out apology amid Assembly Jammu Tawi, Feb 10:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday warned that the proposed IndiaUS trade deal could have serious repercussions for Jammu and Kashmirs traditional economy, particularly its horticulture and dry fruit sectors, asserting that the Union Territory stood to lose far more than [] The post IndiaUS Trade Deal may adversely impact J&K economy: CM appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:09 am

LoP slams Budget, calls it repetition of decades-old lies

Accuses NC Govt of evading responsibility Jammu Tawi, Jan 10:Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Kumar Sharma on Tuesday slammed the National Conference-led government, saying it was evading its responsibility by questioning the Union Government whenever confronted about its own performance. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly, Sharma said that whenever the opposition seeks accountability from the [] The post LoP slams Budget, calls it repetition of decades-old lies appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:07 am

Pandemonium in Assembly over CMs remarks

BJP protests, seeks apology Jammu Tawi, Feb 10:Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs remarks in the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly on Tuesday triggered protests from opposition BJP legislators, who demanded an apology for what they termed objectionable words. Winding up the discussion in the Legislative Assembly on the budget, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the Indo-US trade [] The post Pandemonium in Assembly over CMs remarks appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:04 am

Rs 10,155 Cr to J&K for rural roads under PMGSY

New Delhi, Feb 10:The Government of India on Tuesday informed the Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir received Rs 10,155 crore in central assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) over the past ten years and the current financial year. Replying to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, the Ministry of Rural Development [] The post Rs 10,155 Cr to J&K for rural roads under PMGSY appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:02 am

J&K gets Rs 35.63 Cr under ICAR in 3 yrs

New Delhi, Feb 10:The Centre on Tuesday informed Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir has two agricultural universities, both functioning under the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) system SKUAST-Jammu and SKUAST-Kashmir (Srinagar). Replying to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, said that under the [] The post J&K gets Rs 35.63 Cr under ICAR in 3 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Panchayats non-functional in J&K, Ladakh: Centre

New Delhi, Feb 10:The Government of India on Monday informed the Lok Sabha that Panchayat elections have not been held in both Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh after the expiry of their respective tenures, leaving grassroots democratic institutions non-functional in both the Union Territories. In a written reply, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj said that [] The post Panchayats non-functional in J&K, Ladakh: Centre appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:58 pm

316 rural road projects sanctioned for J&K

New Delhi, Feb 10:As many as 316 rural road projects covering a length of 1,781.33 kilometres have been sanctioned for UT J&K under Phase-IV of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV), the Centre informed the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. In a written reply to a starred question, the Ministry of Rural Development said that [] The post 316 rural road projects sanctioned for J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:57 pm

CS stresses robust rehab mechanism for drug abuse victims in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Feb 10:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting of senior officers to deliberate upon and give shape to a robust mechanism for rehabilitation and reintegration of drug abuse victims across the districts of Jammu and Kashmir. While reviewing the framework, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for systematic tracking of every [] The post CS stresses robust rehab mechanism for drug abuse victims in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:53 pm

FIR over immigration violations at spa, several detained

Jammu: Police on Tuesday filed a First Information Report against persons running a spa here and detained several individuals after a raid linked to immigration law violations and alleged illegal activities, officials said. The action comes after a raid at the Shine Spa Centre in the Narwal area, they said. According to the police, the [] The post FIR over immigration violations at spa, several detained appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:52 pm

Northen Railway extends Vistadome coach service up to Katra

Jammu Tawi: The Northern Railway on Tuesday announced the extension of the train service with the panoramic Vistadome coach to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from Srinagar, aimed at enhancing travel experience for the tourists and local commuters along the scenic Katra-Baramulla route. Launched in October 2023, the Vistadome train service in Kashmir features specialised [] The post Northen Railway extends Vistadome coach service up to Katra appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:49 pm

Rs 3,450 Cr earned from bars, wine shops across J&K in 3 Yrs

no proposal to declare J&K a dry UT Jammu Tawi, Feb 10 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal under consideration to declare the Union Territory a dry UT, even as liquor sales have generated over3,450 crore in revenue during the last three financial years. [] The post Rs 3,450 Cr earned from bars, wine shops across J&K in 3 Yrs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

End of Govt-Oppn logjam, LS takes up discussion on Budget

New Delhi: Signalling the end of the gridlock between the treasury and the opposition benches, Lok Sabha on Tuesday afternoon took up discussion on the Union Budget, which had been held up for days over the oppositions demand that Rahul Gandhi be allowed to speak on a variety of issues. When the House assembled at [] The post End of Govt-Oppn logjam, LS takes up discussion on Budget appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:44 pm

Heart patients at Gods mercy in Jammu

In 13 years since its operation; SSH-J yet to start surgery Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 10: In what could be termed as a pathetic situation of health services, no coronary procedure/work of the patients suffering from serious heart diseases is being performed in the Jammus high-tech Super Specialty Hospital (SSH) ever since it became [] The post Heart patients at Gods mercy in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:42 pm

Dont Miss The Opportunity

The success achieved by the Jammu and Kashmir Police in recovering Rs 9000 counterfeit currency and huge consignment of 1937.80 grams of cocaine worth over Rs 19 lakh from a smuggler in Samba District has come as an opportunity to catch the big fish in this whole gamut by carrying out thorough investigation. As the [] The post Dont Miss The Opportunity appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:06 pm

Ten days of love: Times Prime's February celebration everyone's talking about

From golden roses to wine workshops, the Love All Members Fest is turning February into a season of daily surprises

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 10:26 pm

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya: Apostle of Integral Humanism and Selfless Public Life

By Ravi Rohmetra Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya was born on September 25, 1916, in the village of Nagla Chandrabhan in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, now known as Deendayal Dham, near Farah town. His father, Bhagwati Prasad, was a well-known astrologer, and his mother, Rampyari, was deeply religious. He lost both his parents at a young [] The post Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya: Apostle of Integral Humanism and Selfless Public Life appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 10:19 pm

Trumps dismantling of Obamas endangerment is danger to climate science

Costs of U.S. Presidents action will hit generations even after he is gone By T N Ashok NEW YORK: When the Environmental Protection Agency moves this week to repeal the endangerment findingthe 2009 scientific determination that greenhouse gases threaten human healthit will mark more than regulatory rollback. It represents the culmination of a worldview [] The post Trumps dismantling of Obamas endangerment is danger to climate science appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 10:16 pm

When Discrimination Depends on The Address

byP. Mohan Chandran The Supreme Courts Selective Morality in Hindu Temples Let us begin where the Constitution itself claims to stand.If discrimination is unconstitutional, how does geography suddenly sanitize it?If equality before God is non-negotiable, why does money receive a divine fast-track?If the judiciary is the final moral arbiter, why does its conscience fluctuate by [] The post When Discrimination Depends on The Address appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 10:14 pm

'Promote Respect, Compassion': NCW Writes To Telangana CM Over Remarks On Conjoined Twins

The row erupted last week after Revanth Reddy, while campaigning for municipal elections, compared the BJP and BRS to conjoined twins, Veena and Vani.

News18 10 Feb 2026 10:13 pm

Why India Must Use AI to Save What It Already Grows

By Ms. Rubal Chib Indias conversation on artificial intelligence is maturing. The focus is shifting from abstract capability to applied impact; from what AI can do in theory to what it can solve in practice. Few sectors make this distinction clearer than food and agriculture, where inefficiencies are not marginal but systemic, and where [] The post Why India Must Use AI to Save What It Already Grows appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 10:12 pm

ECI extends SIR in poll-bound Bengal by 2 weeks; final rolls on Feb 28

In a letter to the Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal, the Election Commission said the decision was taken in compliance with the Supreme Courts February 9 order. Earlier, the final voters list was scheduled to be published on February 14, with elections to follow after completion of the exercise.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 8:36 pm

Rahul Gandhi didn't speak first on budget debate to avoid engineered disruptions': Report

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi will not begin the Union Budget debate today. He cited concerns over potential disruptions from the treasury benches. Gandhi is now expected to speak on Wednesday. The decision follows a notice by opposition parties to remove the Lok Sabha Speaker. Shashi Tharoor initiated the debate. Several opposition members have been suspended this session.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 8:14 pm

'When, Where And Why?' Congress Shares Himanta Sarma's Photo With Bangladeshi Islamic Scholar

Congress' Pawan Khera alleged that the cleric was linked to a Jamaat-e-Islamiled coalition in Bangladesh, a grouping he described as historically pro-Pakistan.

News18 10 Feb 2026 8:07 pm

Bharat Taxi takes on aggregators with zero-commission, driver-owned model; national rollout by 2029

India's first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, Bharat Taxi, has launched, empowering drivers with ownership and profit-sharing. Operating on a zero-commission model, it offers social security benefits and aims for a nationwide rollout by 2029, fostering a cooperative-driven mobility ecosystem.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 7:37 pm

Oppn should submit grievances to Speaker before moving no-confidence: TMC

New Delhi: Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday, February 10, said his party has no problem in signing a notice for a no-confidence motion against Om Birla, but stressed that the opposition should first approach the Lok Sabha speaker with their grievances, such as the suspension of eight MPs. Interacting with reporters in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Feb 2026 7:15 pm

Last-Minute Pilot Swap To Operator Lapses: Rohit Pawar Raises Doubts On Ajit Pawar Crash

The NCP (SP) leader called for an investigation into internal WhatsApp chats of the VSR company regarding pilots sobriety.

News18 10 Feb 2026 5:48 pm

BRS is still tapping phones, says Telangana minister Srinivasa Reddy

Hyderabad: Telangana Minister for Revenue and Housing Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Tuesday, February 10, alleged that the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) was still tapping peoples phones and vowed that the government will soon expose them. It seems suspicious that even now, the conversations we had with officials in a conference call are coming out into Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Feb 2026 5:28 pm

'Anti-Kannada Mindset': BJP Slams Congress Over Tamannaah Bhatia As Mysore Sandal Soap's New Face

Tamannaah Bhatia will serve a two-year term as brand ambassador of state-run KSDL, the maker of Karnatakas iconic, century-old Mysuru Sandal Soap.

News18 10 Feb 2026 4:16 pm

No Plan to Declare J&K a Dry UT: Govt in Assembly

Liquor Sales Fetch 3,450 Cr in Three Years Jammu, Feb 10: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal under consideration to declare the Union Territory a dry UT, even as liquor sales across J&K generated over 3,450 crore in revenue during the last three financial [] The post No Plan to Declare J&K a Dry UT: Govt in Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 3:08 pm

Opposition Submits No-Confidence Notice Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, TMC Opts Out

Opposition parties including Congress, DMK and Samajwadi Party submitted a no-confidence notice to remove Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, with about 120 MPs signing under Article 94-C.

News18 10 Feb 2026 2:00 pm

Opinion | Sharad Pawar Prevails

I usually avoid speculation because strategy is not about prediction. It is about insights and reasoning. When Sharad Pawar is involved, the only useful method is to read the situation the way he would. I submit two points for you to ponder. One. Why would the BJP stop an NCP... The post Opinion | Sharad Pawar Prevails appeared first on HW News English .

News View 10 Feb 2026 1:45 pm

Shukla Thanks ICC for Resolving Pakistan Boycott Row

New Delhi, Feb 10: BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Tuesday lauded the International Cricket Council (ICC) for arriving at an amicable solution that led Pakistan to withdraw its boycott of the T20 World Cup match against India. The marquee IndiaPakistan clash, scheduled for February 15 in Colombo, will now be held as planned after Pakistans [] The post Shukla Thanks ICC for Resolving Pakistan Boycott Row appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 1:24 pm

Opposition to Decide on Speaker Removal Notice After Meeting With Om Birla

NEW DELHI, Feb 10: Opposition leaders on Tuesday said they would take a call on submitting a notice to move a resolution seeking removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker after holding a meeting with Speaker Om Birla. The issue was discussed during a meeting of floor leaders of various Opposition parties held in the chamber [] The post Opposition to Decide on Speaker Removal Notice After Meeting With Om Birla appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 1:17 pm

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accuses opposition MPs of disrupting Lok Sabha proceedings

New Delhi: Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju has accused the opposition MPs of disrupting the proceedings of Lok Sabha, saying that their conduct reflects that they dont have any respect for the dignity of the House. Talking to the Media, Rijiju said that Congress Women MPs had crossed over the treasury bench, even reached [] The post Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accuses opposition MPs of disrupting Lok Sabha proceedings appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 12:53 pm

Understanding Acute Pancreatitis: A Simple Guide for Patients

Dr. Muzaffer Rashid Shawl, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Delhi Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas a small but important organ in the belly that helps digest food and control blood sugar. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, digestive juices (enzymes) start attacking the pancreas itself, [] The post Understanding Acute Pancreatitis: A Simple Guide for Patients appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 12:34 pm

Vaishno Devi Ropeway Approved by LG in 2024, Not Cabinet: CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu, Feb 10: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday clarified that the ropeway project for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine was approved by the Lieutenant Governor in 2024 and not by the Cabinet or the Administrative Council. Setting the record straight in the Legislative Assembly, the Chief Minister said he had [] The post Vaishno Devi Ropeway Approved by LG in 2024, Not Cabinet: CM Omar Abdullah appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 12:07 pm

BJP candidate ends life ahead of Telangana municipal polls

Hyderabad: A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for municipal elections died by suicide in Telanganas Narayanpet district on Tuesday, February 10, a day before the elections were scheduled. The deceased was identified as E Mahadev, who was supposed to contest for the councilor post from ward 6, in Makhtal municipality. BJP accuses Congress of harassment Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Feb 2026 12:07 pm

J&K Govt Mulls Increase in Honorarium for MLAs Personal Assistants

Jammu, Feb 10: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said it is examining a proposal to enhance the monthly honorarium of Personal Assistants engaged with MLAs. The Finance Department disclosed this in a written reply to a question raised by Congress legislator Tariq Hameed Karra in the Assembly. Karra had sought to know whether [] The post J&K Govt Mulls Increase in Honorarium for MLAs Personal Assistants appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:57 am

Lok Sabha Adjourned Till Noon Amid Opposition Protests

NEW DELHI, Feb 10: The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 12 noon on Tuesday following repeated sloganeering by opposition members who sought to raise various issues in the House. The disruption began soon after the proceedings commenced with the Question Hour, as opposition MPs raised slogans demanding that the Chair allow them to speak. Despite [] The post Lok Sabha Adjourned Till Noon Amid Opposition Protests appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 11:31 am

BJP Women MPs Write To Lok Sabha Speaker, Urge Action Against Opposition For Feb 4 Ruckus

The letter said that the entire House, and the whole nation, witnessed one of the most unfortunate and regrettable incidents within the Lok Sabha chamber on February 4.

News18 10 Feb 2026 10:48 am

Maha Zilla Parishad Results Reinforce BJPs Grip As Devendra And Ravindra Strike Hat-Trick

Devendra Fadnaviss leadership provided stability and direction to BJP while Ravindra Chavans role as state president ensured that party machinery remained active on ground.

News18 10 Feb 2026 9:37 am

What are air taxis and how will they work in India? CII report explains

A new report suggests air taxis could revolutionize Delhi-NCR travel, slashing commute times between Gurugram, Connaught Place, and Jewar Airport. Advanced Air Mobility, using electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, aims to ease congestion by utilizing low-altitude airspace. The proposal includes rooftop vertiports and phased deployment for critical services like medical transport.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 8:40 am

'Had you made reciprocal tariffs to zero ...': Piyush Goyal's cheeky 18% jab at US ambassador Sergio Gor

Union Minister Piyush Goyal humorously linked India's T20 World Cup victory over the US to trade relations, suggesting the US's 18% tariff mirrored their 18% loss margin. He praised the US team's performance, a country new to cricket, while advocating for zero reciprocal tariffs in a light-hearted exchange with the US Ambassador.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 8:10 am

Oil strategy guided by national interest: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri

India's oil sourcing strategy will prioritize national interest, avoiding dependence on any single country, stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Petroleum companies make purchasing decisions based on market conditions, availability, pricing, and risk assessment. The government's primary goal is to ensure adequate, reliable, and fairly priced energy for Indian consumers.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 3:18 am

ED forms SIT to probe Anil Ambani, summons wife

The Enforcement Directorate has formed a special investigation team to probe alleged money laundering of Rs 40,000 crore against Anil Ambani and Reliance Group companies, following a Supreme Court directive. The probe includes investigating a Rs 70 crore Manhattan apartment purchase, with Tina Ambani potentially being summoned again.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 3:13 am

'Not right at all' to say Tamil Nadu was ignored in Budget: FM Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted DMK MP P Wilson's claim that Tamil Nadu was ignored in the Union Budget. She highlighted several initiatives for the state, calling his allegations baseless. Wilson had argued that Tamil Nadu, a high-performing state, was being discriminated against in tax devolution and project allocation.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:38 am

FM Sitharaman forgot last year's promises: Chidambaram

P. Chidambaram criticized the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Rajya Sabha, labeling it 'forgettable' for cutting capital expenditure. He highlighted stagnant capital investment, a collapse in net FDI, and withdrawing foreign portfolio investors, questioning the government's reform momentum. Chidambaram noted a decline in nominal growth and a lack of private investment despite companies holding significant cash.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:30 am

Our strategic oil reserve can last up to 74 days: Hardeep Singh Puri

India's strategic petroleum reserves can currently cover 74 days of demand during global crises, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. While the International Energy Agency recommends 90 days, Puri expressed confidence in the current level, noting potential for future increases. This reserve is crucial for economic stability and energy security as India experiences rapid growth.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:26 am

EC allegations on SIR: SC asks Bengal DGP to file affidavit

The Supreme Court has ordered the West Bengal police chief to personally respond to serious allegations from the Election Commission. The EC claims ruling party TMC members are deliberately obstructing the revision of electoral rolls. The court emphasized the importance of constitutional laws and the EC's authority during elections.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:20 am

Labour codes to enhance ease of living and doing business: Survey

A recent survey by VVGNLI reveals that a majority of workers anticipate improved working conditions, including better rest periods and income security, with the implementation of four new labor codes. Employers also foresee enhanced ease of doing business. The codes are expected to bolster protection for women workers and improve social security access and portability for various worker categories.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:15 am

India okays $175m package for Seychelles, inks 7 agreements

India has announced a $175 million economic package for Seychelles, including a $125 million line of credit and a $50 million grant, to support projects in housing, health, and defence. The two nations also signed seven pacts, strengthening maritime security and cooperation in the Indian Ocean. This collaboration aims to enhance regional stability and counter transnational maritime challenges.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 2:11 am

Two decades of sat data show gradual dip in Uttarakhand hills green cover

Satellite data reveals Uttarakhand's Himalayan vegetation is showing signs of strain, with a gradual decline in greenery despite seasonal revivals. Researchers link this to deforestation, pollution, and climate change, warning of threats to wildlife and livelihoods. This analysis highlights the urgent need for monitoring to prepare for environmental challenges.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 1:41 am

DMK MP moves privilege notice against Piyush Goyal

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva has filed a breach of privilege notice against Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. Siva alleges Goyal shared details of an interim India-US trade deal during a press conference while Parliament was in session. The Rajya Sabha Chairman stated he would review the matter, noting Goyal had already made a statement in the House.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 1:25 am

PM's Lok Sabha absence not due to any threat from us: Women Congress MPs to Birla

Congress women MPs accused Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla of making false, baseless and defamatory allegations against them under government pressure. They stated Prime Minister Modi's absence from the House was an act of fear, not a threat from them. The MPs urged the Speaker to act impartially, highlighting alleged pressure from the ruling party.

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 1:14 am

Parliament cant raise questions on PM CARES Fund, says PMO

The Prime Ministers Office (PMO) has told the Lok Sabha Secretariat that questions and other parliamentary interventions on the PM CARES Fund, the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund (PMNRF) and the National Defence Fund (NDF) are not admissible under the House rules that govern the conduct of business, according to a report inThe Indian Express, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Feb 2026 12:56 am

Counterfeit currency probe leads to Rs 19 Cr cocaine seizure

Jammu Tawi: Questioning of an accused arrested in a counterfeit currency case led to the seizure of cocaine worth over Rs 19 crore in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district, police said on Monday. On February 3, a written complaint was lodged at Bari Brahmana police station by a branch manager of Punjab National Bank, regarding [] The post Counterfeit currency probe leads to Rs 19 Cr cocaine seizure appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 12:05 am

Pak national repatriated after crossing over IB

Jammu Tawi: A 45-year-old Pakistan national was handed over to the Rangers on Monday, a day after he was apprehended by Border Security Force (BSF) personnel while crossing into India across the International Border (IB) in Samba district, officials said. Zaffar Iqbal, a resident of Pindi village of Zafarwal tehsil in Sialkot, was apprehended on [] The post Pak national repatriated after crossing over IB appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Feb 2026 12:02 am

J&K Hydro Power set for big leap; Capacity to cross 7,300 MW by 203031: CM

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9: Jammu and Kashmir is set for a major surge in hydro power generation, with the Union Territory expected to add nearly 47 percent extra capacity in the upcoming fiscal and cross 7,300 MW of installed capacity by 203031, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah informed the Legislative Assembly on Monday. According to official [] The post J&K Hydro Power set for big leap; Capacity to cross 7,300 MW by 203031: CM appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:59 pm

Weapons alone cant defeat terror; peoples trust is key: LG

Says protect youth from terror, drugs Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:Calling upon the Jammu and Kashmir Police to hit terrorism hard and work hand in hand with society to wipe out the menace from the Union Territory, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that weapons alone cannot ensure security, peace has to be established by [] The post Weapons alone cant defeat terror; peoples trust is key: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:56 pm

Arrangements underway for early Panchayat, ULB polls in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Thursday said the State Election Commission is making necessary arrangements to hold Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies (ULB) elections in the Union Territory at the earliest. In a written reply to a question raised by MLA Central Shalteng Tariq Hamid Karra, the Minister in charge of [] The post Arrangements underway for early Panchayat, ULB polls in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

Noisy scenes in Assembly over SASCI schemes

Para says Govt walking into debt trap, BJP stages walkout Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:The Legislative Assembly on Monday witnessed noisy scenes over a Government of India (GoI) scheme for infrastructure development through interest-free loans, after Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para alleged that the Union Territory was walking into a debt trap by implementing [] The post Noisy scenes in Assembly over SASCI schemes appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:52 pm

Power generation in J&K to rise by 47 pc in upcoming fiscal

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:In the upcoming fiscal, Jammu and Kashmir is all set to have nearly 47 percent of extra hydro power generation capacity. According to the official figures, Jammu and Kashmir will have an additional 1685.7 Megawatts (MWs) of power generation capacity in addition to the existing 3540.15 MWs. It also said that by [] The post Power generation in J&K to rise by 47 pc in upcoming fiscal appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:49 pm

Light rain, snow likely in J&K on Feb 10

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:A weak western disturbance is likely to affect Jammu and Kashmir on February 10, bringing light rain and snowfall at many places across the Union Territory, weather officials said on Monday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), there is no forecast of any major rain or snow activity over Jammu and [] The post Light rain, snow likely in J&K on Feb 10 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

J&Ks forest area shrinks to 48.8 pc

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:Forests cover nearly 48 per cent of the total geographical area of Jammu and Kashmir, with districts like Kupwara, Baramulla and Doda accounting for the largest share of forest land, according to official data released by the Forest, Environment and Ecology Department. As per the district-wise forest cover figures for 202425, Jammu [] The post J&Ks forest area shrinks to 48.8 pc appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:45 pm

Govt collected Rs 48 Cr fees from jobless youth in 2 yrs

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday said it has collected over Rs 48 crore in application fees from unemployed youth over the past two years through the Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) and the Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB). Responding to a question raised by MLA Pulwama, [] The post Govt collected Rs 48 Cr fees from jobless youth in 2 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:43 pm

Centre sanctions J&K multiple tourism projects

Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:The Centre has sanctioned multiple tourism infrastructure projects in Jammu and Kashmir under flagship schemes including Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD, the Government informed the Lok Sabha. Replying to a starred question by MPs Sanjna Jatav and Rahul Kaswan, Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said development of tourist destinations is primarily the responsibility [] The post Centre sanctions J&K multiple tourism projects appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:41 pm

National Deworming Day Healthy Children for Healthy Nation

Er. Prabhat Kishore Children are the future of any nation. But a large chunk of children suffer from worm infections, which impacts their health, education and overall well-being. To tackle this burning issue, National De-worming Day is organized as a nationwide campaign to address the prevalence of worm infection among children. This significant public health [] The post National Deworming Day Healthy Children for Healthy Nation appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:13 pm

Punjab: On first day of Operation Prahar-2, over 1,200 persons arrested

Punjab's commitment to law and order took a bold step forward with the launch of Operation Prahar-2. In an astounding first-day success, more than 1,200 wanted individuals were apprehended as over 2,000 police teams conducted sweeping raids. This extensive operation serves as a critical component of the states sustained effort to dismantle organized crime networks and combat gang activities.

The Times of India 9 Feb 2026 10:43 pm

AIMIM will always remain important in Telangana politics: Akbaruddin

Hyderabad: All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) floor leader Akbaruddin Owaisi lashed out at the ruling Congress, alleging its leader and Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy had come to AIMIM and not the other way. Speaking at a public meeting in Karimnagar on the last day of the campaign for the municipal corporation elections, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 9 Feb 2026 10:03 pm

Strike Dilutes Workers Rights

S. P Tiwari The implementation of the four new Labour Codes marks a significant step toward improving the ease of living for Indias vast workforce, particularly those in the informal and unorganised sectors. These reforms aim to ensure floor-level minimum wages for all workers, without the hurdles of complex industry classifications. By introducing mandatory identity [] The post Strike Dilutes Workers Rights appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 9:57 pm

Indias urban housing crisis: When Mumbai costs more than Manhattan

Countrys middle class finding houses on Metros unaffordable By T N Ashok By the time you finish reading this sentence, another middle-class Indian family has abandoned the dream of owning a home. Across Indias sprawling citiesfrom Mumbais glass towers to the expanding edges of Pune and Hyderabadhomeownership has shifted from aspiration to impossibility for [] The post Indias urban housing crisis: When Mumbai costs more than Manhattan appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 9:54 pm

Under the latest Indo- U.S. trade deal, Chinese imports importance for India have gone up

New Delhi is better placed now to complete with Vietnam is U.S. market By Subrata Majumder US President Donald Trumps tariff relaxation on India, in lieu of Indias less imports of oil from Russia, gives a new outlook to India- China trade relation. USAs reduction of reciprocal tariff to 18 percent from 25 [] The post Under the latest Indo- U.S. trade deal, Chinese imports importance for India have gone up appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 9:52 pm

Dialogue Needed On Ropeway

The concerned authorities should take all the stakeholders into confidence before taking any further decision on the Ropeway Project proposed for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine in Reasi District. As the Sangarsh Samiti constituted to oppose the proposal in an organized manner is adamant over the issue, it becomes imperative for Shri Mata Vaishno [] The post Dialogue Needed On Ropeway appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 9:51 pm