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Month: February 2026

RailTel Partners with Tata Communications to Build AI-Ready Digital Infrastructure in India

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New Delhi  — RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Tata Communications Limited to modernize India’s digital backbone and accelerate the country’s transition toward AI-driven infrastructure. RailTel, a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, operates one of India’s largest neutral telecom networks, spanning more than 63,000 route kilometers … Read more

Bitcoin Suffers Historic Crash, Down Over 40% as Buyers Vanish from the Market

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New Delhi: The world’s largest and most well-known cryptocurrency is going through one of its darkest phases in recent years. Bitcoin has plunged more than 40% from its recent peak, wiping out billions of dollars in investor wealth. But market experts say the real concern is not just the steep fall in prices—it’s the near-complete … Read more

Gold and Silver Prices Surge in a Historic Rally, Jumping ₹13,000 in a Single Day

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Mumbai: Gold and silver prices witnessed a dramatic surge on Monday, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions, a sharp fall in the US dollar, and concerns over global economic growth. On India’s Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), both precious metals climbed close to record highs, triggering strong investor interest. Market Snapshot Gold futures for April delivery on … Read more

At 23, Former Haryana CM’s Daughter-in-Law Secures IAS Rank 30: The Inspiring Journey of Pari Bishnoi

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New Delhi: Pari Bishnoi, the daughter-in-law of former Haryana Chief Minister Bhajan Lal, is counted among India’s most talked-about young IAS officers. At just 23 years of age, Pari Bishnoi secured an impressive All India Rank 30 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination, 2019—an achievement that continues to inspire lakhs of … Read more

Naxalism to End by March 31, Says Chhattisgarh Home Minister Vijay Sharma; Claims Surrender of Top Maoist Leaders

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Bastar: Chhattisgarh Home Minister Vijay Sharma has once again made a strong assertion on the elimination of Naxalism, saying the state is on track to completely eradicate the menace by March 31, 2026. Speaking to the media in Bastar, Sharma said the security forces are moving decisively toward the final phase of the anti-Naxal operations. … Read more

Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: Venugopal Meets Stalin to Discuss Seat Sharing

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Chennai: Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M K Stalin at his residence in Chennai on Sunday. The meeting took place before the final round of seat-sharing talks among parties in the ruling DMK-led alliance. Tamil Nadu Congress Screening … Read more

“Save Water, Save Language” Campaign Launched in Chhattisgarh Under Journalist’s Leadership

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Kawardha: A new public awareness initiative focusing on water conservation and the preservation of mother tongues has been launched in Chhattisgarh. Under the Mor Chinhari initiative, journalist Vaibhav Shiv Pandey has spearheaded the “Save Water, Save Language” campaign, aiming to sensitize communities about the growing water crisis and the fading use of native languages. The … Read more

Chhattisgarh Assembly’s Budget Session Begins Today; Governor’s Address and Economic Survey to Be Tabled

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Raipur: The budget session of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly began today, February 23. Proceedings started at 11 a.m. The House first paid tribute to the late Deendayal Singh Porte, a former member of the undivided Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Following the condolence, the Governor delivered the customary address to the Assembly, after which a motion … Read more

Russia–Ukraine War Update: Kyiv Shaken by Massive Drone and Missile Barrage, Energy Infrastructure Hit

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Kyiv : Ukraine’s capital and several regions across the country were rocked overnight after Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults in recent months, firing more than 300 drones and missiles, Ukrainian authorities said on Sunday. According to Ukraine’s Air Force, the attack involved 297 drones and 50 missiles of various types. Air defense … Read more

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Announces Senior Leadership Transition as Shri Sanjay Kumar Mazumder Retires

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Mumbai : Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has announced a significant change in its senior management following the superannuation of Sanjay Kumar Mazumder, Executive Director, who concluded a distinguished career spanning more than 37 years in India’s energy sector. A Mechanical Engineer by training, Shri Mazumder joined ONGC in 1989 and went on to … Read more

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited Announces 544 Graduate Apprentice Engineer Vacancies for 2026–27

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New Delhi: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a premier Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has released the official notification for Graduate Apprentice Engineer recruitment for the 2026–27 training year. The drive aims to engage 544 engineering graduates across multiple disciplines under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). This … Read more

India’s Pharma Exports Hit $30.47 Billion in FY25; Biopharma SHAKTI to Accelerate Global Expansion

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New Delhi: India’s pharmaceutical exports surged to $30.47 billion in FY 2024–25, marking a 9.4 percent year-on-year growth, as the country strengthens its position as a major global supplier of affordable and high-quality medicines. The milestone was highlighted during a Chintan Shivir held in Ahmedabad, where senior government officials and industry leaders reviewed strategies to … Read more

Voter Rolls Shrink by 17 Million in Nine States and UTs After Special Revision

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New Delhi | The electorate in nine states and Union territories has declined by more than 17 million voters following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, according to official data released by state election authorities. The revision exercise, carried out under the supervision of the Election Commission of India, resulted … Read more

PM Modi Inaugurates Namo Bharat RRTS and India’s Fastest Metro in Meerut

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Meerut, India — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and the Meerut Metro, marking a major milestone in India’s high-speed urban and regional transport infrastructure. With the launch, travel time between Delhi and Meerut has been reduced to just 55 minutes, offering fast, reliable, and sustainable … Read more

Human Trafficking Bust: Bharuch Police Identify 70 Bangladeshi Nationals, Including 49 Women

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Bharuch, Gujarat: In a major breakthrough against human trafficking, Bharuch Police have identified 70 Bangladeshi nationals—49 of them women—in connection with an interstate prostitution racket uncovered in December 2025. The development comes after a two-month-long, intensive investigation conducted by a Special Investigation Team (SIT). According to officials, the racket involved illegally bringing women from Bangladesh … Read more

80th Convention of Manwa Kurmi Kshatriya Community Begins in Baloda Bazar, Message of Social Harmony Highlighted

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Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh: The 80th grand convention of the Manwa Kurmi Kshatriya Community commenced on Saturday at the Sonchand Verma Memorial Foundation site in Champa village, Baloda Bazar district. The two-day event opened with a massive Kalash Yatra (ceremonial procession), sending a strong message of social harmony and unity. Thousands of women participated in the … Read more

Bharat Electronics Hosts Foreign Defense Journalists to Showcase India’s Defense Electronics Capabilities

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Bengaluru : Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) recently hosted a delegation of 28 foreign defense journalists from 25 countries at its Bengaluru Complex, offering a first-hand look at India’s growing capabilities in defense electronics and advanced manufacturing. The visit was organized as part of a familiarization tour under the media outreach and public diplomacy program of … Read more

Fixed Deposit Rates Hold Firm After RBI Repo Rate Pause: Best FD Options in 2026

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New Delhi: Following the latest monetary policy decision by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), fixed deposit (FD) interest rates across Indian banks have largely stabilized. With the Monetary Policy Committee keeping the repo rate unchanged, the interest rate cycle is widely believed to have peaked, making late February 2026 a key window for investors … Read more

Indian Railways Proposes Major Relief for Passengers by Allowing Boarding Station Change Until Final Chart Preparation

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New Delhi: In a move aimed at providing greater flexibility and reducing last-minute travel stress, Indian Railways has proposed allowing passengers to change their boarding station until the preparation of the final reservation chart, instead of the first chart as per current rules. At present, passengers are permitted to modify their boarding point only until … Read more

Youth Congress Stages Aggressive Protest in Raipur, Police Stop March to BJP Office

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Raipur, Chhattisgarh : Tensions ran high in Raipur on Saturday as workers of the Indian Youth Congress attempted to march toward the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state office to stage a protest. Heavy police barricading and security arrangements prevented the demonstrators from reaching the BJP headquarters. The protest was led by Akash Sharma, President of … Read more

Phagun Madai 2026 Begins with Blessings of Goddess Danteshwari in Dantewada

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Dantewada, Chhattisgarh: The historic Phagun Madai Fair 2026 commenced on Saturday with traditional rituals and special prayers at the revered Maa Danteshwari Temple, the presiding deity of the Bastar region. The 12-day religious festival will continue from February 22 to March 5, drawing lakhs of devotees from across Chhattisgarh and neighboring states. The festival began … Read more

Pakistan Launches Airstrikes Inside Afghanistan During Ramadan; At Least 20 Killed, Including Women and Children

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Afghanistan / Pakistan: Pakistan carried out aerial strikes inside Afghan territory, targeting multiple locations in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan, killing at least 20 civilians, including women and children, according to Afghan officials. The attacks took place during the holy month of Ramadan, further escalating tensions between the two neighboring countries. According to sources cited by … Read more

Knife Attack Shocks Durg’s Chhavni Area; Youth Critically Injured After Resisting Robbery

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Durg: A shocking knife attack in the Chhavni area of Durg has sparked fear among residents after a young man was critically injured for resisting a robbery attempt on Saturday evening. According to police, the victim, identified as Ritik, was returning home after shopping at a local market when he was surrounded by miscreants in … Read more

GAIL Recruitment 2026: 70 Executive Trainee Posts Announced Through GATE 2026

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New Delhi : GAIL (India) Limited, a Maharatna public sector enterprise and India’s leading natural gas company, has announced recruitment for 70 Executive Trainee (ET) positions through Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. The recruitment drive aims to induct young engineering professionals across four key technical disciplines to support GAIL’s expanding operations and future … Read more