India

A Delhi court acquitted former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the excise policy case, citing lack of evidence and failure by the CBI to prove criminal conspiracy or corruption allegations

Federal courts across several US states have ordered bond hearings or immediate release for multiple Indian nationals in immigration detention, questioning the application of mandatory detention provisions and underscoring due process protections.

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam joined the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Chennai, in the presence of Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, marking a major political realignment ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections

President Droupadi Murmu flew as co-pilot in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter ‘Prachand’ at Jaisalmer near the India-Pakistan border, marking a significant morale-boosting gesture for the armed forces.

Two men sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering Pukhraj in Bijnor allegedly threatened the presiding judge moments after the verdict. Authorities enhanced security for the judge following the courtroom intimidation incident, officials confirmed

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau recorded statements of actors Mohanlal and Dileep in a probe into alleged gold and fund misappropriation for the 2017 Sabarimala temple flag mast installation, as directed by the Kerala High Court

A wild elephant strayed into Ranchi’s Hawai Nagar area on Friday morning, causing panic among residents. Forest officials deployed a team to drive it back safely. Authorities heightened safety measures amid rising concerns over man-elephant conflict fatalities in Jharkhand

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao accused the Congress government of demolishing houses to monetise urban land and alleged delays in completing the Warangal super speciality hospital, triggering a fresh political confrontation in Telangana.

A 44-year-old man from Aralam Farm in Kannur district was killed in a wild elephant attack early Friday morning. Police registered a case of unnatural death and said human-wildlife conflict remains a serious concern in the area.

The US Department of Homeland Security is reviewing the Optional Practical Training programme for F-1 visa holders, signalling possible regulatory changes. The move could significantly impact foreign graduates, including over 300,000 Indian students studying in the United States.

A Telugu couple from Rajahmundry was allegedly killed by their teenage son in Riyadh on Thursday. The Class 12 student later died by suicide. The family had been living in Saudi Arabia for several years.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader with 100 million Instagram followers, surpassing other global leaders and Indian politicians. His unmatched digital outreach highlights his popularity, especially among youth, and reinforces his global social media influence

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed anguish over NCERT including a chapter on judicial corruption in Class 8 textbooks. He promised accountability, action against those involved, and assured full compliance with Supreme Court directives after the book was pulled from circulation

PM Narendra Modi held talks with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to strengthen India-Israel strategic ties in defence, trade, technology, and agriculture. Both sides also discussed IMEC, I2U2 cooperation, and boosting people-to-people links, including Indian workers in Israel

Aqib Nabi starred with the ball as Jammu and Kashmir gained the upper hand against Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final. Despite Mayank Agarwal’s century, J&K lead by 364 runs on the third day, keeping victory within reach

Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya starred as India posted 256 for four to defeat Zimbabwe by 72 runs in a must-win Super Eight T20 World Cup match at Chennai, keeping India in contention for the semifinals

Doordarshan has been named the official broadcast partner for the Indian Football League 2025-26 season starting February 27. Matches will air on DD Sports and stream on Waves App, with the opening fixtures scheduled in Ludhiana and Aizawl

Uttar Pradesh defeated defending champions Services in a high-scoring quarter-final at the Senior National Kabaddi Championship in Vadodara. Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Bihar and Indian Railways also progressed after dominant and closely contested matches

Dev Ruparelia defeated Pranit Somani in straight games to enter the Round of 32 at the Abu Dhabi Junior International badminton championship. Samuel Tamang and Durga Esha Kandrapu also progressed, while other Indian players are set to compete later

Syed Muddasir Hussain and Syeda Fahmeena Nazneen won gold medals in the 10 m open sight category at the Chief Minister’s Cup shooting championship in Hyderabad. The two shooters are trained by Syed Abrar Hussain at Madina High School range

The Enforcement Directorate has submitted prosecution sanction against senior Congress leader P Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis and INX Media money laundering cases and urged the special PMLA court in Delhi to expedite the long-pending trial following a recent Supreme Court ruling

India’s proposed nationwide free HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9 to 15 is significant, as its success could dramatically accelerate cervical cancer elimination targets globally

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Jerusalem sends a clear message: India seeks partnership, not alignment; cooperation, not confrontation; and stability, not sides