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Jammu and Kashmir assembly proceedings were disrupted after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s remarks about BJP legislators being “shoe-beaten” by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Opposition members protested and walked out, demanding an apology from Abdullah, who refused, stating his comments targeted the legislators and not individuals. …

Bangladesh votes Thursday in an election with significant implications for India. With Sheikh Hasina out, India hopes the frontrunner BNP can reset ties, despite historical friction. A tight contest is expected between the BNP alliance and a bloc led by Jamaat-e-Islami. India also eyes a constitutional referendum and key security…

Within the Commission itself, out of 33 sanctioned posts — comprising the Chairman, ex-officio members and part-time members — 28 are in position. The Secretary’s post is filled. However, vacancies are more visible across the autonomous boards responsible for regulating undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, medical assessment and accreditation, and…

Nearly one-third of faculty positions across India’s AIIMS are vacant, with both older and newer institutes facing significant staffing gaps. Non-faculty positions are also severely understaffed, raising concerns about the pace of recruitment matching infrastructure and patient demand growth. …

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta disbursed financial aid to 15,700 construction workers’ children, totaling Rs 12.40 crore, to support their education. This initiative, marking the BJP government’s first anniversary, offers monthly assistance ranging from Rs 500 to Rs 10,000 based on educational levels. The government also highlighted other welfare schemes…

Congress has intensified its criticism of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri regarding his alleged connections with financier Jeffrey Epstein. Party leader Pawan Khera questioned Puri’s interactions, citing an email exchange suggesting Epstein facilitated a meeting with Reid Hoffman. Khera also condemned Puri’s remarks on Epstein’s conviction, accusing him of trivializing…

After the meeting, Khader and Charuvil sought to underplay the row. According to them, Satchidanandan clarified that he was making a general observation and wasn’t referring specifically to the situation in Kerala. They said Satchidanandan also alleged that media had distorted some of his remarks. Satchidanandan said he stood by…

The appellant, Harsh Pal Singh alias Rubal, was allegedly involved in an organized crime syndicate and faced charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Arms Act. Justice Chandrasekharan Sudha delivered the judgment on February 10, 2026, setting aside a previous trial court order that had denied him bail….

Indian migration to the UK, spanning four distinct waves since 1947, has profoundly shaped the nation’s economy. From filling post-war labor gaps and revitalizing local economies through entrepreneurship, to contributing significantly to the tech sector and addressing critical skills shortages today, the diaspora’s economic impact is undeniable and continues to…

Rahul Gandhi accused the Centre of “selling out Bharat Mata” and compromising India’s energy security and farmers’ interests through an interim trade deal with the US. He alleged the deal amounted to a “wholesale surrender,” with the US dictating India’s oil purchases and monitoring its finances. Gandhi’s claims were met…

“I want to remind you that today, during the Parliament session, my name was mentioned in the context of some developments elsewhere—the Epstein files. I just want to share some information… I want to clarify that these facts are all public,” Puri said at a press conference. Puri said the…

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta made the submission before a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and PB Varale in response to the Supreme Court’s earlier query, asking the authorities to consider Wangchuk’s release on medical grounds over his deteriorating health issue. SC had earlier directed authorities to conduct Wangchuk’s medical examination…

Tehri Garhwal district magistrate Nitika Khandelwal has reviewed preparations for the upcoming Tehri Lake Festival, directing officials on land use and arrangements. The event will feature competitions like Master Chef Tehri, photography, rap, and a fashion show, alongside adventure activities such as rafting, paragliding, and water sports. …

The Supreme Court reduced a “faulty haircut” compensation from Rs 2 crore to Rs 25 lakh, stating damages require material evidence, not just claims. The court emphasized that consumer dispute compensation cannot be based on whims or presumptions, especially for large sums. While “deficiency in service” was established, the woman…

A political storm brewed in the Rajya Sabha as a BJP MP alleged encroachment of Kolkata Port land, citing the Kolkata mayor’s controversial “mini Pakistan” remark. The MoS for Ports acknowledged significant encroachment and ongoing legal battles, admitting the authority’s struggle to reclaim the land amidst opposition protests. …