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Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

Gangtok police deploys drones for traffic management

February 26, 2026 02:18 PM

Gangtok Traffic Police has introduced two high-tech drones to improve traffic management and public safety in the city. The drones will monitor traffic, identify bottlenecks,...

'Child Marriage Is Nothing But Child Rape'

'Child Marriage Is Nothing But Child Rape'

February 26, 2026 02:16 PM

'People don't believe that a 15-year-old girl subjected to sexual intercourse within a marriage is a victim of rape.'

'They have fired a gunshot': SC bans NCERT textbook

'They have fired a gunshot': SC bans NCERT textbook

February 26, 2026 02:12 PM

The apex court ordered that the Centre and state authorities comply with its directions immediately, and warned of 'serious action' if directions are defied in any form.

Sanjay Raut acquitted in defamation case

Sanjay Raut acquitted in defamation case

February 26, 2026 01:15 PM

A sessions court in Mumbai acquitted Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Kirit Somaiya's wife, Medha Somaiya, who alleged Raut made...

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

February 26, 2026 12:42 PM

Investigations reveal that many of them had been residing in the country for the past six to eight years.

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

Kerala HC grants bail to suspected LTTE member over delayed trial

February 26, 2026 12:30 PM

The Kerala High Court granted bail to a Sri Lankan refugee suspected of being an LTTE member in a UAPA case, citing prolonged judicial custody without trial commencement.

Fifth Tiger Death In Kaziranga Raises Alarm

Fifth Tiger Death In Kaziranga Raises Alarm

February 26, 2026 11:59 AM

Wildlife experts have cautioned that multiple tiger deaths within a short span may point to underlying ecological or management concerns.

'Kill her': FIR says KSU activists attacked Kerala health minister with a 'weapon'

'Kill her': FIR says KSU activists attacked Kerala health minister with a 'weapon'

February 26, 2026 11:35 AM

Kerala Health Minister Veena George was allegedly attacked during a protest by KSU activists at a railway station in Kannur. Five activists have been arrested and remanded to...

Maoist Leader Kills Commander Over Surrender Plot

Maoist Leader Kills Commander Over Surrender Plot

February 26, 2026 11:27 AM

A wanted Maoist leader allegedly killed his commander for planning to surrender to the Odisha Police, revealing internal conflicts within the group.

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

Guess Which State's Sweepers Earn Rs 2 Lakh Salary?

February 26, 2026 11:04 AM

The Telangana government's salary structure reveals surprising figures, with senior sweepers earning up to 2 lakh and chief engineers drawing 7 lakh monthly.

ISRO Reveals Connector Flaw Behind NVS-02

ISRO Reveals Connector Flaw Behind NVS-02

February 26, 2026 10:39 AM

ISRO stated that the disengagement of at least one contact -- in both the main and redundant paths -- of a connector led to the failure of NVS-02.

The Army Dogs Who Fought For India

The Army Dogs Who Fought For India

February 26, 2026 10:25 AM

A salute to the brave military dogs who have faced enemy fire and made the supreme sacrifice in the service to the nation.

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

The saree-clad officer who made Devuji surrender

February 26, 2026 10:11 AM

Telangana Police's Special Intelligence Branch, led by officer B Sumathi, successfully negotiated the surrender of top Maoist commander Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and other...

Shirtless protest: Cops 'detain' cops in post-arrest drama

Shirtless protest: Cops 'detain' cops in post-arrest drama

February 26, 2026 09:26 AM

A tense standoff erupted between Himachal Pradesh Police and Delhi Police following the arrest of Youth Congress activists involved in the protest at the AI Summit, escalating...

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

The Day Indrani Mukerjea Was Missed

February 26, 2026 09:04 AM

'On August 22, 2015, Shyamvar Rai disclosed to you that he had committed the murder of Sheena Bora along with Rahul Mukerjea.' How would Indrani have reacted to this?

Ahead of Carney visit, Canada says India no longer linked to violent crimes

Ahead of Carney visit, Canada says India no longer linked to violent crimes

February 26, 2026 09:02 AM

The statement suggests that Canadian authorities do not see ongoing foreign interference or violent activity tied to India at present.

SEE: Netanyahu 'surprises' Modi by wearing Indian attire

SEE: Netanyahu 'surprises' Modi by wearing Indian attire

February 26, 2026 08:42 AM

In a post on X, Netanyahu wrote, 'Before our joint dinner, I surprised my friend Prime Minister Modi by wearing traditional Indian attire.'

Rajasthan Man Assaulted, Robbed After Tracking Missing SUV to Bengaluru

Rajasthan Man Assaulted, Robbed After Tracking Missing SUV to Bengaluru

February 26, 2026 06:50 AM

A 32-year-old man from Rajasthan was allegedly assaulted and robbed in Bengaluru after tracking his missing SUV to the city. He had lent the vehicle to a friend who failed to...

NCERT apologises for chapter on judiciary after SC rap

NCERT apologises for chapter on judiciary after SC rap

February 26, 2026 12:55 AM

The NCERT has apologised for 'inappropriate content' in a Class 8 textbook chapter discussing judicial corruption, following Supreme Court criticism. The textbook will be...

Modi makes history in Israel with Knesset's highest award

Modi makes history in Israel with Knesset's highest award

February 26, 2026 12:45 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the 'Speaker of the Knesset Medal' in recognition of his contribution to strengthening strategic relations between India and...