SC deploys judicial officers in Bengal for SIR hearings

The Supreme Court has taken an unprecedented step deploying judicial officers in West Bengal. This move aims to expedite the voter list revision process. The court emphasized the Chief Minister’s awareness of consequences if the exercise is not completed. This judicial intervention stems from a trust deficit between the Election…

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MHA forms 2nd empowered committee for Bengal to fast-track requests under CAA

The Union home ministry has formed a second empowered committee in West Bengal to expedite citizenship applications under the CAA. This move comes as the volume of applications has surged, particularly from the Matua community. The new committee, headed by the deputy registrar general, aims to share the workload and…

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Relying on decades-old rulings, SC acquits stepdad of 6-yr-old’s murder

A six-year-old girl’s murder case saw her stepfather acquitted by the Supreme Court. The court found the evidence weak, citing a botched investigation. The stepfather was the last person seen with the child. His statement leading to the discovery of her remains was deemed inadmissible. The court highlighted the lack…

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US-sanctioned Iran-linked oil tanker spent 8 days in Pak maritime boundary: FIR

An Iran-linked oil tanker, seized by the Indian Coast Guard, spent days in Pakistan’s maritime boundary with its tracking systems off. The vessel, along with two others, was apprehended for alleged illegal oil smuggling and forgery. Investigations revealed ship-to-ship transfers of fuel and bitumen without informing authorities. …

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Army chief charts ways to expand defence cooperation during Australia visit

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi’s Australia visit from Feb 16-19 focused on enhancing army-to-army cooperation. Discussions with senior defence leaders reviewed joint exercises, professional education exchanges, and interoperability, deepening strategic alignment. The visit also emphasized strengthening the bilateral Army Exercise AUSTRAHIND. …

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Operation Jwala: Arms, ammo recovered near LoC in J&K’s Rajouri

Army and Rajouri Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, including an AK-47, during a search operation in Sunderbani sector. The recovery followed a foiled infiltration bid, with heavily bloodstained tracks suggesting injured terrorists. Operations continue with heightened vigilance. …

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Omar defies party & rivals to back Ramadan charity control order

Speaking in the assembly, Omar urged legislators “not to politicise every issue” and clarified that the Feb 18 order was issued by the Kishtwar deputy commissioner (DC) after consulting religious leaders as a safety measure to check donation deceptions. “We shouldn’t mix religion with politics. Some matters require dialogue and…

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‘Traitor Rahul’: BJP protests Congress’s shirt-off disruption at AI event

Calling Rahul Gandhi a “traitor,” a protesting BJP Yuva Morcha leader, who was being bundled into a van, said, “This shows their ideology against the country. If you want to protest, protest the policies. They have protested against their own country.” In a statement, the Indian Youth Congress said its…

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‘Not a negotiated document’: India clarifies on signing UN statement condemning Israel’s West Bank expansion

​​India was among more than 100 countries and international organisations that condemned Israel’s ongoing efforts to consolidate control over the West Bank in a joint statement at the UN, saying such measures violated international law and undermined the ongoing efforts for peace and stability in the region. India endorsed the…

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Angry youth won’t stay silent’: Congress defends shirtless protest at AI summit

The Indian Youth Congress staged a shirtless protest at the AI Summit, calling the Prime Minister “compromised” and highlighting the anger of unemployed youth. The group stated their demonstration was against perceived compromises on national interests. The protest drew sharp criticism from the BJP, accusing the Congress of attempting to…

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Who after Vijayan? Left’s tryst with first-time voters and survival in Kerala

As Kerala gears up for the 2026 elections, the future of the Left beyond chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan is a pressing concern. Despite his strong leadership, the absence of a clear successor and the need to connect with a new generation of voters pose significant challenges for the LDF’s continued…

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“Intel Failure”: Bombay High Court Raps Navy Over Skyscraper Near Base

The Bombay High Court noted that the building had already reached ground-plus-19 floors, exceeding 69 metres, by 2024 despite its proximity to a sensitive naval air station and heliport used for defence operations and VVIP movement. Read More | Source: NDTV News…

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‘Congress left borders open’: Amit Shah raises infiltration pitch in poll-bound Assam

Union home minister Amit Shah accused the Congress of leaving Assam’s borders open to infiltrators, aiming to alter the state’s demographics. He contrasted this with the BJP government’s efforts under CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, who he stated cleared vast lands occupied by infiltrators. Shah also highlighted the BJP’s infrastructure development…

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‘Topless, brainless, shameless’: Centre slams Congress after youth wing’s shirtless march at AI Summit, blames Rahul Gandhi

BJP has accused the Congress of disrupting the AI Impact Summit to damage India’s global image, alleging the protest was directed by Rahul Gandhi. Youth Congress workers staged a demonstration, raising slogans against the Prime Minister, leading to detentions. BJP leaders condemned the act as an attempt to embarrass India…

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Congress paradox: Shashi Tharoor praises AI Summit, youth leaders protest on spot

Youth Congress workers staged a shirtless protest against a trade deal at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, leading to their detention. This occurred hours after Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised the summit’s organization and global stature, and also supported a defense deal with France. …

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