The Central Bureau of Investigation plans to seek the death penalty for Sanjay Roy in the Calcutta high court, following the West Bengal government’s similar appeal. Roy was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping and murdering a medic. The sessions court's decision against the death penalty sparked widespread discontent.

ISRO's EOS-04 satellite captured detailed images of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. The images reveal extensive infrastructure like tent cities and pontoon bridges. Using radar technology to overcome cloud cover, ISRO's visuals assist in managing crowd control and disaster mitigation. Over 450 million devotees are expected during the event, which runs until February 26.

Protests over the controversial 70th BPSC exam intensified as educator Guru Rahman attempted self-harm. Rahman joined students in demanding a re-examination, alleging a paper leak. Despite the BPSC's denial of any irregularities, the situation is being reviewed in the High Court. Prominent political figures, including Rahul Gandhi, have shown support. The state's response is awaited.

A car accidentally reversed off the first-floor parking of Shubh Gateway Apartment in Pune, crashing to the ground and causing shock among onlookers. The incident, captured on CCTV, has raised concerns about construction quality and the need for stringent safety measures in residential complexes. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticizes the AAP-led Delhi government for failing to provide basic needs like clean water, emphasizing the availability of alcohol instead. Modi urges BJP workers to document infrastructure issues and campaigns for the BJP's victory in the upcoming Delhi polls, while AAP's manifesto targets middle-class issues and demands increased education funding.

The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Tahir Hussain's plea for interim bail to campaign in assembly elections. Justice Pankaj Mithal dismissed it, while Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah supported it. The matter now goes to Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. Hussain, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots, has been in custody since March 2020.

The Janata Dal (United) formally withdrew support from the BJP-led Manipur government, directing their lone MLA, Md Abdul Nasir, to join the opposition. JD(U) had initially aligned with the INDIA bloc but rejoined the NDA. Despite this shift, the BJP retains a strong legislative majority in Manipur.

Congress accused Arvind Kejriwal of being involved in a 382 crore health scam based on 14 CAG reports, revealing the mishandling of funds in Delhi hospitals. They allege the expenditure of Rs. 382.52 crores more than the tender amount, calling it a reason for the delay in presenting the CAG report.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath and the state cabinet participated in a holy dip at Maha Kumbh, while also holding a special cabinet meeting at Sangam. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the move as political, emphasizing that Kumbh should not be a venue for political decisions. Adityanath stated many important decisions would be made during the meeting.

Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda suggested non-resident Indians (NRIs) be given representation in Parliament due to their growing numbers and unique issues. Various organizations and MPs discussed NRI matters, including skill development and immigration. NRIs currently cannot vote from abroad. A bill focusing on emigration issues is under government consideration, informed by the Ministry of External Affairs.

The IEDs, planted by Maoists, were discovered during a patrolling operation on the road from Mutvendi to Pidia under Gangalur police station limits., according to Bijapur Police.

Three private firms in South India have been shortlisted to develop 31 satellites for India's space-based surveillance programme. This is a significant step as private industry partners will produce satellites for strategic needs, enhancing India's space surveillance capabilities alongside 21 satellites developed by Isro.

Two men, including journalist Kamran Alvi, were arrested in New Delhi for making offensive statements about Hindu deities and the Maha Kumbh. Alvi's video drew police attention, leading to his arrest. Abhishek Kumar also faced arrest for objectionable social media comments. Both arrests were for actions intended to insult religious beliefs, with cases registered under relevant legal provisions.

At least two Naxals were killed in an encounter in Jharkhand’s Bokaro, and several weapons were recovered. This follows a major operation where 16 Maoists, including a Central Committee member, were killed in Chhattisgarh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the security forces' success in working towards a Maoist-free India.

AAP criticizes BJP leader Parvesh Verma's remarks about Punjab vehicles in Delhi, calling it an insult to Punjabis' legacy and sacrifices. Arvind Kejriwal demands an apology, and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann supports the criticism, emphasizing the patriotism of Punjabis amid a heated election campaign.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar attended the Quad foreign ministers' meeting in Washington DC, where discussions focused on ensuring a free, open, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. The ministers emphasized rule of law, democratic values, and regional security, and planned for regular meetings leading up to the summit in India.

The railway ministry has invited bids for a signalling system to enable Vande Bharat trains on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed corridor by 2027, due to delays in procuring Japanese Shinkansen trains, which are now expected to be operational in stages by 2030 and fully by 2033.

The Centre plans to buy tur, urad, and lentil from farmers through price support and stabilization schemes, ensuring produce is purchased at fair rates. Nafed and NCCF have registered 21 lakh farmers to encourage pulse production. The aim is to boost self-sufficiency and prevent distress sales. Free import of tur has been extended until March 2026 to control prices.

Sanjay Roy's admission of being in the CCTV footage was crucial in his conviction for the rape and murder of a resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Despite denying many questions, his presence at the crime scene was established. Roy's defense claims were dismissed by the judge, leading to his life imprisonment sentence.

DRDO has achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing an active cooled combustor of a scramjet engine on ground for 120 seconds. This development is crucial for next-generation hypersonic missiles, which travel faster than Mach 5. The successful ground test demonstrated ignition and stable combustion, marking progress in India's hypersonic technology initiatives.

Indian citizen Binil TB from Kerala died fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine. Ukraine has no confirmation of Indian fighters for Russia. Kyiv claims nations like North Korea and Cuba have been duped into supporting Russia's war. India is urged to assist in returning Ukrainian children forcibly deported by Russia. 12 Indians have died, and 16 remain unaccounted for.

Billionaire Gautam Adani announced that his younger son Jeet will marry Diva Shah next month in a simple and traditional ceremony. There will be no celebrities or extravagant arrangements. This dispels rumors of a star-studded event similar to that of Mukesh Ambani's son's wedding last year. The India-England ODI match location change rumor is also addressed.

The Supreme Court has advised the appointment of ad hoc judges under Article 224A of the Constitution to High Courts to address the backlog of criminal appeal cases. This measure is vital due to prolonged delays in hearings, with fresh appeals in Allahabad HC taking an average of 35 years.

Judge Anirban Das sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a resident doctor. Key allegations such as gang rape, another woman's involvement, and claims of coerced confession were debunked. Evidence indicated Roy acted alone, with the cause of death confirmed as manual strangulation and smothering. The autopsy corroborated no gang-related assault.

Bengal government and the victim's parents have appealed the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case verdict in Calcutta High Court, questioning the leniency of the sentence given to convict Sanjay Roy. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee voiced her shock, expressing concerns about the convict potentially being released early despite committing such a grave crime.

Shariful Fakir, a Bangladeshi national, broke into actor Saif Ali Khan’s home and stabbed him due to financial desperation. After losing his job, he planned a burglary in Bandra and Khar. Police tracked him down using his phone records and e-wallet payments. He was also a fan of Shah Rukh Khan.

The Indian home ministry has issued a warning to NGOs regarding penal action for receiving or using foreign contributions (FCs) after their FCRA certification is cancelled or expired. NGOs must be registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) and renew their certification six months before expiry to avoid violating FCRA regulations and facing penalties.

India welcomes the World Bank-appointed neutral expert's ruling, asserting that differences over the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects fall within his competence under the Indus Waters Treaty. India maintains that it does not recognize the parallel Court of Arbitration initiated by Pakistan and emphasizes its commitment to preserving the treaty's integrity.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to have his first bilateral meeting with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Washington. The meeting will occur after the QUAD ministerial at the State Department headquarters. This is part of Jaishankar's visit for the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States.