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Day: February 19, 2026

Bilaspur Robbery Case Cracked in Mirzapur: 2 Criminals Injured in Police Encounter, 4 Inter-State Robbers Arrested

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Chhattisgarh Big Breaking News The sensational robbery that took place in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, has been successfully cracked in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. In a major breakthrough, a joint police operation led to the arrest of four inter-state robbers. Two of the accused were injured during a police encounter. According to police officials, the operation was carried … Read more

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2026: First Actor to Portray the Maratha King and Those Who Followed

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Hyderabad: As Maharashtra marks Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on February 19, 2026, tributes are pouring in for the legendary warrior-king who founded the Maratha Empire and reshaped Indian history through courage, strategy, and visionary leadership. Beyond history books and folklore, Shivaji Maharaj’s life has been immortalized across decades of Indian cinema and television, with several … Read more

Supreme Court to Begin Final Hearing on Over 200 CAA Petitions from May 5

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New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Thursday announced that it will begin final hearings on more than 200 petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) from May 5, 2026. The petitions include the lead plea filed by the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), along with several other challenges that … Read more

Drunk Truck Driver Fined ₹15,000 After Dangerous High-Speed Chase on Raipur–Durg Highway

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Durg, Chhattisgarh |In a swift enforcement action, Durg Police traffic officials took strict action against a heavily loaded truck driver for drunken and reckless driving on the Raipur–Durg National Highway, averting a potential major accident. According to officials, the incident occurred on February 18, 2026, when the Traffic Police Interceptor Team spotted a loaded Hyva … Read more

Rajya Sabha Battle Intensifies in Chhattisgarh as Two Seats Go to Polls on March 16

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Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Political activity has intensified in Chhattisgarh after the Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats from Chhattisgarh will take place on March 16, 2026, with results to be declared the same day. The elections are being held to fill vacancies created … Read more

Kanker Police Launch ‘Mor Mitan – Kanker Police’ Campaign to Strengthen Beat System in 154 Villages

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Kanker, Chhattisgarh: To further strengthen law and order and build stronger trust between the police and the public, the Kanker Police have launched the “Mor Mitan – Kanker Police” campaign, introducing a robust beat policing system across 154 villages of the district. Under the direction of Nikhil Ashok Rakhecha, Superintendent of Police, North Bastar Kanker, … Read more

Inter-State Robbery Gang Busted by Janjgir-Champa Police; Bihar-Based Accused Arrested

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Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh | In a major breakthrough, Janjgir-Champa Police have exposed an inter-state robbery and pickpocketing gang involved in a series of daylight loot cases across multiple districts of Chhattisgarh. Two accused from Katihar, Bihar, have been arrested, while two key conspirators remain absconding. The arrested accused have been identified as Deepak Yadav (36) and … Read more

41 Absconding Accused Arrested Under ‘Operation Baaz’ in Mungeli District

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Mungeli, Chhattisgarh |Under the direction of Senior Superintendent of Police Bhojram Patel (IPS), the Mungeli Police conducted a special drive titled “Operation Baaz”, leading to the arrest of 41 absconding permanent warrant holders across the district. The coordinated operation was carried out within five days across police station and outpost jurisdictions of Mungeli, as well … Read more

Major Breakthrough in Bilaspur Jewelry Heist: Four Accused Arrested After Short Encounter in Uttar Pradesh

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Bilaspur: In a major success for law enforcement, police have cracked the ₹3.35 crore jewelry robbery case that took place in Bilaspur’s Sarkanda police station area. The accused were arrested following a swift, coordinated operation that extended into Mirzapur, where a brief encounter occurred during a joint operation with Uttar Pradesh Police. One Accused Injured … Read more

BL Kashyap Shares Jump on ₹300 Million Housing Project Order in Greater Noida

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Mumbai: Shares of BL Kashyap and Sons surged as much as 8% on Thursday after the construction firm announced it had secured a major housing project order worth ₹300 crore (about $36 million), boosting investor sentiment despite a weak broader market. The stock climbed 8.4% to an intraday high of ₹54.55 on the BSE. By … Read more

Tata Group, OpenAI Partner to Build 100-Megawatt AI Data Center in India

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New Delhi: India’s Tata Group and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have entered into a strategic partnership with OpenAI to establish a large-scale artificial intelligence data center in India and accelerate enterprise AI adoption globally. As part of the collaboration, the Tata Group will build India’s first purpose-built data center optimized for next-generation AI training and … Read more

Indian Stocks Turn Lower as Sensex Slips 150 Points; Financials and FMCG Drag

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Mumbai: Indian equity benchmarks gave up early gains on Thursday morning, with the Sensex slipping nearly 150 points and the Nifty 50 falling below the 25,800 mark, as selling pressure in financial and FMCG stocks weighed on the broader market. As of around 10:00 a.m. local time, market sentiment remained cautious. In the broader markets, … Read more

AI Must Serve Humanity Without Dependence on a Few Global Powers: Macron

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New Delhi: French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called for the development of sovereign and ethical artificial intelligence, stressing that AI must serve humanity and should not be controlled by a small group of global powers. Speaking at the inauguration of the Indo-French Centre for AI in Health (IF-CAIH) at the All India Institute of … Read more

Bill Gates Skips India AI Impact Summit 2026; Gates Foundation to Be Represented by Ankur Vora

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New Delhi: Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and Chair of the Gates Foundation, will not deliver his scheduled keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the foundation confirmed on Thursday. In a statement shared through its official India account, the Gates Foundation said that after “careful consideration,” Gates decided to step back from … Read more

Narendra Modi to Inaugurate India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi

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New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday at Bharat Mandapam, formally opening one of the world’s largest global forums focused on artificial intelligence. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will take part in the opening ceremony beginning at approximately 9:40 a.m., followed … Read more

Mark Zuckerberg Questioned Over Kids’ Instagram Use in Landmark Social Media Trial

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Los Angeles: Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified on Wednesday in a landmark social media trial examining whether major platforms deliberately addict and harm children. The case, being heard before a jury for the first time, could shape the future of thousands of lawsuits against social media companies. During hours of questioning, Zuckerberg faced intense … Read more

Karnataka Transport Unions Reject Government Wage Proposal, Strike Planned for February 19

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Bengaluru: A confrontation is escalating between the Karnataka government and state transport employees after major transport unions rejected the government’s latest wage revision proposal, despite the release of over ₹1,270 crore to clear salary arrears. Unions have confirmed they will go ahead with a large protest meeting in Bengaluru on February 19. Government Announces Multi-Crore … Read more

Google Unveils India–US Subsea Cable Network, $30 Million AI Science Challenge, and Major Skilling Initiatives

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New Delhi: Tech giant Google on Wednesday announced a major expansion of its artificial intelligence (AI) footprint in India, unveiling new subsea cable routes linking India and the United States, a $30 million global AI science challenge, and large-scale skilling programs aimed at students and public sector workers. Speaking at a media event on the … Read more

India Well Positioned to Lead in Artificial Intelligence: Rishi Sunak

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New Delhi: Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday said that India is uniquely positioned to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), citing the country’s deep talent pool, strong digital public infrastructure, and widespread public trust in technology. Speaking at the “Governing in the Age of AI: Sovereignty, Impact and Strategy” … Read more

Students Allege Mismanagement at Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ Residential School in Kawardha

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Kawardha: Students residing at the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) hostel in Kawardha have raised serious concerns over alleged mismanagement, poor food quality, and lack of proper health facilities. The hostel operates under the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya scheme. The students have submitted a written complaint to the district collector, demanding a fair and impartial … Read more

Tragic Incidents Rock Korba: Two Schoolgirls Die, Young Man Critically Injured

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Korba, India: Three serious and distressing incidents have been reported from different police jurisdictions in Korba district, sending shockwaves through the local community. Two minor schoolgirls died by suicide in separate cases, while a 25-year-old man was critically injured after inflicting a life-threatening injury on himself. Police have registered cases and launched investigations into all … Read more