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Assam woman dragged out of car, gang-raped in front of fiance

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:51
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped on the Ramnagar bypass road in Silchar after her fiancé was restrained by a group of youths. The incident occurred on February 19, with police registering a case under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. One accused has been arrested, and efforts are underway to apprehend others.
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Quote of the day by Keanu Reeves: ‘If you're a lover, you've gotta be a fighter’

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:30
"If you're a lover, you've gotta be a fighter"... Keanu Reeves said this famous quote on 'The Drew Barrymore Show' in 2021. In Keanu’s philosophy, "fighting" isn't about physical aggression, but rather the effort, commitment, and resilience required to maintain and protect a deep bond.
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Ellen Weinberg-Hughes responds to Donald Trump's women hockey joke controversy

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:27
Ellen Hughes defended both Team USA hockey teams after President Donald Trump’s women’s hockey joke caused backlash online. Speaking on TODAY, she said the men and women share strong unity and support each other fully. Jack Hughes and Quinn Hughes also praised the women’s team. The women declined the State of the Union invite, while the men plan to attend.
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How can Pakistan reach T20 WC semi-final after England defeat?

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:24
Pakistan’s semi-final hopes remain alive despite losing to England, who qualified after Harry Brook’s century chase of 164. Pakistan have one point from two games and must beat Sri Lanka in their final match. They also need New Zealand to lose both games to qualify directly, or else hope to edge them on net run rate. Any other results will eliminate Pakistan from the T20 World Cup.
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Shrikant Shinde is the youngest leader nominated on Parliamentary Friendship Group

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:21
Four MPs from Maharashtra to lead groups
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‘Last-minute rush’ in filing forms for adding names in poll rolls raises questions

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:18
The final figure encompassed applications received before the process, which began on October 27, 2025, clarifies CEO Archana  Patnaik. It also covered about 5.73 lakh applications received online
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The Hindu, VIT School of Law to host Justice Unplugged 2026

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:16
Will connect aspiring lawyers to judges, senior advocates, policymakers; focus on generative AI’s impact on legal practice, the evolution of fundamental rights in the digital age, improving access to justice
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Vijayendra writes to Karnataka Chief Minister, seeking withdrawal of restrictions on media at Vidhana Soudha

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:16
BJP State president B.Y. Vijayendra has written to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah seeking withdrawal of a circular on restrictions on journalists at the Vidhana Soudha
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Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act? | Explained

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:14
Why is a blanket exemption to any information which relates to personal information problematic?
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Brook dents Pakistan’s hopes for semis; England cement last-four berth

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:10
Harry Brook’s masterful unbeaten century powered England to a decisive win, denting Pakistan’s semi-final hopes and sealing England’s place in the last-four. Promoted to number three, the captain absorbed early pressure before dominating the chase. Earlier, Sahibzada Farhan’s fluent fifty went in vain as Pakistan collapsed late to 164 for 9.
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National Conference seeks return of hydroelectric projects to Jammu and Kashmir

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:10
Ruling party introduces resolution in Assembly, reiterating demand that finds place in its manifesto
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Dipika Kakar Health Update: Actress recovers after liver cyst procedure

Times of India - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:08
Actress Dipika Kakar is facing a new health challenge with a 1.3 cm liver cyst, following her liver cancer treatment last year. Husband Shoaib Ibrahim confirmed her procedure went well and she is recovering, though experiencing some pain. Doctors are considering immunotherapy for the cyst, with regular check-ups emphasized.
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DGCA grounds four aircraft of VSR Ventures, a month after Ajit Pawar’s death in crash

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 17:04
Aviation regulator to introduce safety ranking system for charter operators; directs them to disclose age of aircraft and and pilots’ experience on website
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ABVP activists taken into preventive custody after vandalism at Azim Premji University

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:57
We strongly condemn the ruckus and violence that was unleashed on our campus by this external group of people, says the university
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Sasikala launches political party, unveils flag

Hindu - Tue, 02/24/2026 - 16:55
“The party would champion the cause of the poor and marginalised while eliminating both enemies and traitors,” Ms. Sasikala said
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