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No casualties in the incident at a private school near Chenkottukonam in Thiruvananthapuram

The investigators are also probing the financial trail behind the protest, including who funded printing slogans on the T-shirts

There was no official word from the IAF on the accident that took place on February 7

Soon after Question Hour began, Opposition persisted with its demand that Devaswom Minister should resign. Opposition also reiterated its allegation that Chief Minister’s office was interfering with the SIT probe

Suresh Gopi is among 27 persons who donated gold and cash for installation of flagmast. Officials say actors Mohanlal and Renji Panicker, and film producer M. Renjith, were among the donors, and that VACB will record their statements

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Three women from Arunachal Pradesh faced racial slurs and threats in Delhi's Malviya Nagar after a dispute over falling debris. Neighbors allegedly hurled derogatory remarks about their community and profession. Police have registered a case following a viral video of the incident, which began during AC installation work.

Congress party leader Kolanukonda Shivaji accuses him of inciting attack on the party headquarters in Vijayawada

Indian citizens were advised by Embassy to avoid areas around law enforcement activity and to be aware of their surroundings and avoid crowds. They were told to seek shelter and minimize unnecessary movements outside shelter and follow local news for updates.

Rajasthan's Leader of Opposition, Tikaram Jully, accused former BJP MP Sukhbir Singh Jaunapuria of religious discrimination. A video allegedly shows Jaunapuria withdrawing a blanket from a Muslim woman in Tonk district after inquiring about her religion. He reportedly stated those abusing the Prime Minister shouldn't receive aid, sparking condemnation for alleged bias.

Veteran politician Mukul Roy, a former railway minister and founding TMC member, passed away from a cardiac arrest at 1:30 am. Roy, who represented Krishnanagar Uttar and served twice in the Rajya Sabha, had a notable political journey, including stints with the BJP before rejoining the TMC. His son confirmed the news.

The meeting also decided that if the accused are not arrested within two days, all offices in the State, from the nagar panchayat to the state secretariat, will boycott work starting February 25.

A Malda man, working as a cloth vendor in Madhya Pradesh for nine years, was stabbed and robbed in Sagar. His family alleges he was targeted for speaking Bengali, a fear he had recently expressed. Authorities are arranging his treatment and rehabilitation.

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was awarded Rs 50 lakh by Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his U-19 World Cup heroics. He starred in the final with a stunning 175 off 80 balls and was named Player of the Tournament with 439 runs. The youngest IPL debutant and centurion, he was signed by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore and is seen as a future cricket star.

Aviation authorities are finalizing summer flight schedules, with pilot availability a key concern. Airlines' requests for extensions on flight duty time limitations are under review, impacting potential flight numbers. Exemptions are crucial for carriers like Air India and IndiGo to manage longer routes and night operations, but safety concerns over crew fatigue loom large.

At the 2026 BAFTAs, Robert Aramayo pulled off a remarkable feat by winning the Leading Actor award for his unforgettable performance in 'I Swear,' along with the Rising Star accolade. His triumph over renowned actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet reflects a turning point in his journey.

Enforcement Directorate chief Rahul Navin urged officers to expedite chargesheets to meet the financial year's target of 500 prosecution complaints. The Guwahati meeting, attended by other central agencies, focused on emerging financial crime trends and cross-border threats. Officials were advised to leverage intelligence platforms and international cooperation to combat illicit activities, particularly in the North-East.

Prime Minister Modi announced the removal of Edwin Lutyens' statue from Rashtrapati Bhavan, replacing it with one of C Rajagopalachari. This move signifies a broader effort to shed colonial vestiges and embrace India's heritage. Modi also lauded former Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa's contributions to governance and women's empowerment.