New Delhi: In one of the largest defence procurements in India’s history, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets along with advanced combat missiles and key naval and army platforms. The total…
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Post-COVID Shift in Pediatric Flu Hospitalisations
New Delhi: Pediatric influenza hospitalisations have undergone a significant shift following the COVID-19 pandemic, with changes observed in seasonal timing, dominant virus strains and average hospital stay duration. A new retrospective study tracking influenza admissions in children between 2017 and 2025 highlights how pandemic-related disruptions reshaped flu trends in young…
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AAIB Says AI-171 Probe Ongoing, Media Reports Speculative
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has firmly clarified that the investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 accident is still ongoing and has not been finalised. The aviation safety regulator cautioned that recent media reports claiming that conclusions had already been reached are speculative and inaccurate. The bureau emphasised…
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Bharat Bandh Today: What’s Open, What’s Closed
New Delhi: A nationwide Bharat Bandh called by a joint platform of trade unions and farmer groups has disrupted several public services across India on Wednesday, February 12. While essential services are functioning, banking operations, state transport and certain government offices are witnessing significant impact in multiple states. Why Has…
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Shivam Mishra Arrested in Kanpur Lamborghini Crash
Kanpur: Police on Thursday arrested Shivam Mishra, son of tobacco businessman K.K. Mishra, in connection with the high-profile Lamborghini crash that injured several people in the city’s upscale Gwaltoli area earlier this week. Arrest After Hospital Custody According to Kanpur Police Commissioner Raghubir Lal, Mishra was taken into custody from…
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Sagarmala Boosts India’s Maritime Trade, Port Capacity
India’s ambitious Sagarmala Project is significantly transforming the country’s maritime trade landscape by modernizing ports, improving cargo capacity, and strengthening coastal shipping networks. The government has completed multiple infrastructure projects under the initiative, boosting efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing India’s global trade competitiveness. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and…
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Dharmendra Pradhan Leads AI in Education Roundtable
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday chaired a high-level roundtable with founders of 10 emerging Indian startups leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, signalling the Centre’s push to integrate advanced technologies into the country’s learning ecosystem. The interaction, held at IIT Delhi, brought together policymakers, academic leaders and…
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Shashi Tharoor Calls for Humane Governance Reform
New Delhi: Senior parliamentarian Dr Shashi Tharoor has called for a fundamental rethink of India’s governance model, urging public institutions to view governance not merely as administrative compliance but as a moral contract between the State and its citizens. Delivering the keynote address at the 24th edition of “Reimagining Governance:…
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CAPF eAwas Allots 1.46 Lakh Family Quarters
New Delhi: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has informed Parliament that more than 1.46 lakh family accommodations have been allotted to personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles through the eAwas online portal since its launch in September 2022. The data was shared by Minister…
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Govt Strengthens Veterinary Medicines Framework
New Delhi: The Government of India has reinforced its coordinated regulatory framework for veterinary medicines to ensure safety, quality and responsible usage, particularly in food-producing animals. The measures were detailed in Parliament by Union Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, also known as Lalan Singh, in a…