Washington/Geneva: US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he will be involved “indirectly” in the upcoming nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran, as high-stakes talks begin in Geneva amid escalating regional tensions. Trump Signals Indirect Role Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, President Trump said the talks…
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Supreme Court on Himanta Hate Speech Plea
New Delhi, February 16, 2026: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain petitions seeking a criminal investigation against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over alleged hate speech, directing the petitioners to approach the Gauhati High Court instead. Supreme Court Finds ‘No Good Reason’ to Intervene A three-judge Bench…
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AAIB Update on Baramati Learjet Crash Probe
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has released a detailed update on its ongoing probe into the Learjet 45 aircraft (VT-SSK) accident that occurred at Baramati on January 28, 2026. The Bureau confirmed that the investigation is being conducted strictly in accordance with the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents)…
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Vice President Pays Tribute to Karpoori Thakur
New Delhi: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Monday paid heartfelt tributes to Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur on his death anniversary, remembering him as a towering leader of social justice and a true ‘Jan Nayak’ of the people. The floral tribute ceremony was held at Uparashtrapati…
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JP Ganga Path Sees Dip in Crowds After Vendor Shift
Patna: The once-bustling Marine Drive stretch along JP Ganga Path in Patna has turned noticeably quieter after authorities shifted street vendors as part of an ongoing beautification drive. The reduced footfall has changed the character of the popular riverfront, drawing mixed reactions from regular visitors and local vendors. Riverfront Loses…
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Bharat-VISTAAR AI Platform Launched for Farmers
Jaipur, February 17: India’s agriculture sector is set to witness a digital transformation with the launch of ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’, an AI-powered platform designed to provide 24×7 smart assistance to farmers across the country. The national rollout (Phase-1) will take place on February 17 in Jaipur under the leadership of Union…
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Amit Shah to Chair Manthan Meet in Gandhinagar
New Delhi, February 16: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah will chair a high-level “Manthan” meeting of Cooperation Ministers from States and Union Territories on February 17 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The meeting is expected to shape the next phase of reforms in India’s cooperative sector, with a strong…
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Rajnath Reviews Indigenous Aero Engine Projects at GTRE
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday reviewed the progress of indigenous military gas turbine engine development during his visit to the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Bengaluru. Emphasising the urgency of achieving self-reliance in aero engine technology, he called for accelerated…
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C2i Raises $15M Under DLI Boosting India Chip Design
India’s semiconductor chip design ecosystem received a major boost as C2i Semiconductors, a startup backed by the Government’s Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme, raised $15 million in Series A funding led by Peak XV Partners. The investment marks the largest funding round secured by an Indian semiconductor startup to date…
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Aadhaar App Gains Momentum; 1 Million Update Mobile Numbers
The Aadhaar App has witnessed strong public adoption, with nearly 14 million downloads recorded so far, according to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). The next-generation mobile application is fast emerging as a central tool for secure and convenient digital identity services, with over one million residents already updating…