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Foreign media praises ECI's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive for enhancing India's electoral integrity. The initiative strengthens democracy by updating voter rolls, increasing credibility, and encouraging participation, especially among marginalized groups

Stasya Pandya of Mumbai earned silver in the Dressage Team Event at the Junior National Equestrian Championship, scoring 67.463 with Kirrhi Taonga. Her team secured second place with a total of 207.287.

IAF celebrates Tejas LCA’s 25th anniversary of its first flight, highlighting advancements in the aircraft's development, including new variants, successful missile tests, and breakthroughs in indigenous life support systems

Water conservationist Rajendra Singh blamed corruption for Indore's contaminated drinking water crisis, calling it a "system-created disaster." He criticized reliance on Narmada water and poor infrastructure, citing recent deaths from contamination

Police arrested 26 people after banner disputes sparked violent clashes involving stone-pelting and firing, killing one man and injuring several, ahead of a Valmiki statue inauguration in Gangavati, Karnataka

A Pakistan-linked hacker group, APT36 (Transparent Tribe), has launched a cyber espionage campaign targeting Indian government bodies and universities. Malware delivered via spear-phishing emails can steal data, monitor activity, and hijack cryptocurrency transactions, cybersecurity firm Cyfirma reports.

The DGCA has barred passengers from using power banks to charge devices during flights, citing fire risks linked to lithium batteries. Airlines have been directed to tighten safety checks, train crew and clearly inform passengers about the updated rules.

Leftist parties in India protested against the US attack on Venezuela, condemning it as imperialist aggression. They criticized the US for targeting oil reserves and violating international sovereignty, urging global condemnation

Protesters at Jantar Mantar demanded a CBI probe into the Ankita Bhandari murder case, alleging a cover-up and naming a ‘VIP’ based on recent whistle-blower claims, as political tensions and public outrage resurface in Uttarakhand.

A middle-aged man was arrested in Beliaghata, Kolkata, for sexually assaulting a 3-year-old girl. The child was found injured near railway tracks and is receiving hospital treatment. Investigation underway

Andhra Pradesh has become India’s top investment destination in FY26, attracting over 25% of total proposed investments. Backed by reforms, infrastructure and policy clarity, the State is emerging as a key driver of India’s next industrial growth phase.

In Ernakulam’s Kadathy, a 68-year-old man, Ravi, died and another, James, suffered serious burns after a firecracker explosion at St Peter’s and St Paul’s Church during festive preparations. Police registered a case against the priest and church officials

Dravidian ideologue L Ganesan, former MP and DMK stalwart who championed Tamil linguistic and social justice causes, passed away at 91 in Thanjavur. He served in state assemblies, Rajya Sabha, and Lok Sabha, leaving a lasting political legacy

In a shocking update, police revealed a 25-year-old woman was gang-raped inside a private hospital ambulance, not a van, in Faridabad. Both accused drivers have been arrested. The victim remains hospitalized while investigations continue via a surfaced testimonial video

In West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, Pradhan Purty was arrested for murdering a 25-year-old woman. He confessed to strangling her and crushing her head with a stone after she demanded marriage and money. Evidence, including her mobile and a blood-stained stone, was recovered

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara said the Ballari violence, triggered by a banner dispute between BJP and Congress supporters that left one dead, may be handed to the CID. Two private gunmen have been detained, with ballistic reports awaited

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the clearing of 1,732.5 acres of reserve forest land in Hojai district from encroachments. The government has reclaimed over 47,850 acres since 2021, emphasizing zero tolerance for illegal settlements, particularly targeting Bengali-speaking Muslims

Two men were arrested for allegedly posting obscene and defamatory content online targeting Vijayalakshmi, wife of jailed Kannada actor Darshan. Police continue investigating over 18 accused after the actor’s incarceration in connection with a 2024 fan murder case

Celebrity chef-filmmaker Vikas Khanna directs Shabana Azmi in his upcoming film *Imaginary Rain*, exploring grief, family, and Indian cuisine. Khanna also returns as a judge on *MasterChef India 2026*, which introduces a ‘jodi’ format celebrating culinary diversity

A 50-year-old epilepsy patient died in Bhadohi after reportedly suffering a seizure and falling into a bonfire outside his home while keeping warm. The incident occurred in Bhakora village, with police confirming accidental death after preliminary examination

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has been appointed chairperson of the screening committee for Assam Assembly elections. The AICC formed committees for five poll-bound states as the party prepares candidate selection and alliance strategy ahead of the March–April polls

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, serving a 20-year sentence for rape and murder convictions, has been granted a 40-day parole in Haryana. This marks yet another temporary release, drawing renewed criticism from Sikh organisations and opposition groups

Residents of Bakery Gali in Indore have alleged that black, foul-smelling and worm-infested water is being supplied through municipal taps, triggering illness and health concerns. Officials have conducted inspections elsewhere, but affected locals are demanding urgent corrective measures.

Seven of India’s top-10 valued firms added over Rs 1.23 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, tracking a broader market rally. Reliance Industries led the gains, while TCS, Infosys and Bajaj Finance saw valuation declines