New Delhi: A light-hearted exchange in the Supreme Court on Tuesday drew attention after a Bench remarked that there was “no country like Vanuatu,” comparing it to the self-proclaimed micronation “Kailasa,” while hearing a bail plea filed by a foreign national. Bail Plea Under IPC Provisions The case came up…
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India-France Defence Dialogue 2026 Boosts Military Tiesq
Bengaluru, February 18, 2026: India and France have significantly deepened their strategic partnership by renewing their defence cooperation agreement for another 10 years, signing a joint venture to manufacture Hammer missiles in India, and announcing reciprocal deployment of military officers during the 6th Annual Defence Dialogue held in Bengaluru. High-Level…
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AI Transforms PDS at India AI Summit 2026
The Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) has unveiled a comprehensive suite of AI-powered reforms aimed at modernising India’s Public Distribution System (PDS) at the India AI Impact Summit and Expo 2026. Held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the exhibition highlights how Artificial Intelligence is strengthening food security…
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PM Modi, Macron Inaugurate H125 Helicopter Line
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday virtually inaugurated the Final Assembly Line (FAL) of the Airbus H125 Light Utility Helicopter at Vemagal in Karnataka. The facility, established by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in collaboration with Airbus Helicopters, marks a significant milestone in the India-France…
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NHRC Online Internship 2026 Concludes Successfully
New Delhi, February 17, 2026: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has successfully concluded its first two-week Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) of 2026, with 71 university-level students completing intensive human rights training after being shortlisted from 1,114 applicants. Wide Participation from Across India The internship, which commenced…
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Indian Coast Guard, Gujarat ATS Seize 203 Kg Drugs at Sea
Porbandar, February 17, 2026: In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) intercepted a speed boat near the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) in the Arabian Sea and seized approximately 203 kilograms of suspected crystalline narcotic substance. Swift Overnight Operation The interception took…
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AI-Preneurs of India Book Launched at AI Summit
Reinforcing India’s growing stature in responsible artificial intelligence, the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog has launched “AI-Preneurs of India” at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The coffee table book documents the journeys of 45 pioneering AI startups that are building practical, purpose-driven solutions across…
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Navy Launches First Cadet Training Ship Krishna
Chennai, February 17, 2026: The Indian Navy marked a major milestone in indigenous shipbuilding with the launch of Yard 18003, christened Krishna, the first of three Cadet Training Ships (CTS) under construction at L&T Shipbuilding, Kattupalli, near Chennai. Traditional Naval Launch Ceremony The vessel was formally launched on February 16…
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Surya Grahan 2026: Annular Solar Eclipse Ends
The first Surya Grahan of 2026 concluded on February 17 after delivering a rare celestial spectacle an annular solar eclipse that produced the much-anticipated “Ring of Fire” effect. While the full annular phase was visible primarily from Antarctica, several regions across the Southern Hemisphere witnessed a partial eclipse. According to…
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NHAI to Create India’s First Bee Corridors
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has unveiled a first-of-its-kind ‘Bee Corridor’ initiative aimed at transforming highway plantations into ecological lifelines for pollinators. Moving beyond ornamental greenery, NHAI plans to develop dedicated pollinator corridors along National Highways to support honeybees and other vital species. The initiative marks a significant…