A Delhi court granted bail to a man accused of abetting his former partner's suicide, stating a breakup alone isn't criminal instigation. The court noted a significant gap between the couple's last contact and the woman's death, suggesting her suicide might stem from personal reasons rather than direct provocation. The trial will determine the true cause.

Putting all the members of the Gandhi family, who have ruled the nation, in the dock, the Union minister said the clan never «shied away from compromising the country». He went further back to attack the Nehru-Gandhi family as he highlighted the infamous Bofors scandal that was widely reported during Rajiv Gandhi's tenure and had been the reason behind the fall of his government.

Veteran CPI leader R. Nallakannu, aged 101, has passed away. He was admitted to the hospital on February 1 and was in the ICU due to multi-organ failure. His condition worsened on Monday and deteriorated further on Wednesday, leading to his passing. This marks the end of an era for the party.

India's recent steep cigarette tax hike has triggered immediate chaos, with prices soaring and supplies dwindling. Retailers are struggling, and consumers face inflated costs. This mirrors global trends where high taxes, without robust enforcement, fuel illicit trade and organized crime, potentially undermining public health goals and government revenue.

Tragedy struck East Godavari as four died and 15 were hospitalized following suspected contaminated milk consumption. FSSAI is investigating, with authorities detaining a milk vendor and seizing his unit. While urea wasn't found, kidney complications were linked to milk. Police explore a chemical coolant leak as a potential cause, with samples undergoing analysis.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia slammed a BSNL director's extravagant Prayagraj visit plans, calling it a rule violation. The two-day trip, involving nearly 50 officials and detailed personal arrangements, was cancelled after its itinerary went viral. A show-cause notice has been issued, with Scindia promising further action against the 'shocking' incident.

TTV Dhinakaran has mocked VK Sasikala's new political party launch. He compared it to instant food and stated it will not impact the NDA's chances in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Sasikala announced her return to politics and the formation of a new Dravidian party. Dhinakaran asserted that true followers of Jayalalithaa remain united.

Spatial clustering of marginalised communities continues to reproduce inequality—with lower educational mobility constraining access to higher-paying jobs, which in turn shapes where families can afford to live.

Satellite communications are vital for modern society, enabling everything from weather forecasts to national security, Viasat's President Ben Palmer stated at DefSat 2026. He emphasized the need for resilient global SatCom and assured connectivity across various orbits and frequencies. Palmer also highlighted India's strategic approach to space sovereignty as impressive and pragmatic.

Move aimed at enforcing zero-tolerance policy: DGCA

Two commercial flights, an Air India and an IndiGo, departed Ranchi safely Monday night amidst challenging weather. The ill-fated air ambulance, a Beechcraft C90, crashed shortly after takeoff, having requested a weather deviation. This tragedy occurred just minutes after larger airliners navigated the same turbulent conditions successfully.

The Union Cabinet greenlit significant infrastructure upgrades, including three multi-tracking railway projects totaling Rs 9,072 crore to boost train capacity. Additionally, a new integrated airport terminal for Srinagar, costing Rs 1,677 crore, and a Rs 1,067 crore extension for the Ahmedabad Metro were approved. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and cater to growing passenger demand.

A parliamentary committee condemned the Youth Congress's AI summit protest, passing a resolution with a majority vote despite opposition from several parties. While praising the summit's success and significant investment pledges, the dissenters argued the committee was engaging in political maneuvering over the incident. The resolution highlighted the summit's global impact and future AI development commitments.

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BJP's Yumnam Khemchand Singh was sworn in as CM of Manipur on February 4, reinstating the NDA government along with Kuki legislator Nemcha Kipgen and Naga MLA Losii Dikho as his deputies, marking a fresh spin on shared governance in a multi-ethnic state riven by the Meitei-Kuki conflict. Governor AK Bhalla also administered the oath of office to BJP's Konthoujam Govindas and Khuraijam Loken Singh of NPP as cabinet ministers at the Lok Bhavan ceremony.

A group of 277 prominent personalities, including former armed forces officers, IPS officers, bureaucrats, and judges, condemned the Indian Youth Congress's 'shirtless' protest at the AI Impact Summit. They described the act as a «grotesque betrayal of national dignity» and an «anti-national disruption» that defamed India on the global stage.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar lost his composure in the assembly amidst opposition protests alleging rule by «guns and bullets.» He mistakenly stated the NDA's strength as «two thousand and two» instead of 202. The protest began over a police baton charge on village chowkidars demanding higher stipends.

Nearly a decade after J Jayalalithaa's death, the AIADMK struggles to regain its dominance, battling leadership disputes and electoral defeats. As Tamil Nadu heads to the 2026 assembly polls, the party, now led by Edappadi Palaniswami, seeks to overcome the void left by 'Amma' and forge alliances to challenge the ruling DMK.

Rahul Gandhi claimed Union minister Hardeep Puri's name in the infamous Epstein files was released to «threaten» the PM, and that there are «videos and messages which have not been released from the millions of Epstein files» held up in the US. In another allegation, Rahul claimed that the case against Adani in the United States is not against the industrialist but against PM Modi.​​

On March 29, 2026, Delhi will wake up to a city-wide celebration of running as the Times Internet Delhi Half Marathon brings together thousands of participants across 2K, 5K, 10K and 21.1K categories. With central Delhi turning into a carefully managed race route, the morning will feature timed runs, closed roads and organised on-ground support, setting the stage for a focused, high-energy fitness experience.

West Bengal courts faced bomb threats on Tuesday. Six court complexes received threat emails, leading to evacuations and extensive security checks. Judicial work was disrupted across the state. Bomb squad teams and sniffer dogs searched the premises. No explosives were found. Authorities are investigating the origin of the emails and any potential links to election-related exercises.

The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala to 'Keralam', following a state assembly resolution. This move, aimed at reflecting the name in Malayalam, has sparked a linguistic debate. Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor humorously questioned the new terms for residents, asking how people from the state now would be referred to, and what happens to terms like “Keralite and Keralan”.

Army dog Tyson, a German Shepherd, bravely took a bullet to the leg while leading troops into a terrorist hideout during Operation Trashi-I in Kishtwar. His courageous actions helped neutralize three Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists. Wounded but spirited, Tyson is recovering well, embodying unwavering devotion to duty and serving as a true warrior.

Delhi Police has added rioting charges to the FIR against Indian Youth Congress members. The group staged a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit last week. Police stated the protesters attempted to breach security and injured personnel. Eight individuals, including IYC chief Uday Bhanu Chib, have been arrested.

Delhi Police arrested Indian Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib and seven others for a shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam during the AI Summit. The Youth Congress condemned the arrests as «an undeclared emergency,» while Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera criticized the government's reaction to peaceful dissent. Protesters displayed anti-PM slogans.

The Supreme Court has authorized the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to bring in judicial officers from Jharkhand and Odisha to speed up the verification of voter claims in West Bengal's electoral roll revision. This move aims to address a significant backlog, with the Election Commission bearing the costs.

Rahul Gandhi lauded Indian Youth Congress members for protesting against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated, «Peaceful protest is our historic heritage. It is in our blood and is the democratic right of every Indian.» Gandhi criticized a trade deal with America, claiming it compromises national interests and harms farmers and the textile industry.