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AI summit: More halls opened, crowd flow improves

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:42
More halls opened, crowd flow improves, though livestreams glitches and transport issues persist
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IT Minister apologises for AI summit troubles; Kharge slams ‘mismanagement’

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:41
Attendees criticise arrangements on Day 1; flag theft of displayed products and lack of basic amenities; Minister says correction action taken
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Tina Ambani skips ED summons for the second time

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:33
The former actor has been summoned in connection with a money laundering case
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US military strikes three alleged drug-trafficking boats, killing 11 people

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:26
US forces struck three vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean. Eleven individuals on board were killed. These actions are part of a campaign that began in September. The US military previously justified lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers. This approach contrasts with earlier law enforcement methods.
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NGT nod thwarted Gandhis' bid to stall Nicobar plan: BJP

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:25
The BJP has criticized Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for opposing the Great Nicobar island infrastructure project, accusing them of attempting to derail it. The party highlighted the National Green Tribunal's approval as a victory against their disruptive efforts. The project aims to establish a major transshipment hub, countering reliance on foreign ports and China's expansionist designs.
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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holds talks with Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:23
Vikram Misri greeted Shafiqur Rahman and reaffirmed India’s people-centric ties with Bangladesh
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India, France renew defence cooperation for 10 years, call to boost military partnership

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:18
India has asked France to increase “indigenous content” in the Rafale by up to 50%, and also expand the Rafale’s maintenance, repair and overhaul facility in India
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Maharashtra ATS busts soccer club front for radicalisation

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:15
Maharashtra ATS has busted a radicalisation network operating under a soccer club's guise, raiding 21 locations. A Nagpur grocer allegedly used a Yavatmal club to indoctrinate youth into 'jihadi' ideology, with suspects maintaining cross-border terror links. The operation uncovered a well-funded network grooming vulnerable youths through targeted meetings and workshops.
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Tamil Nadu Interim Budget: Thangam Thennarasu avoids populism, flags fiscal strain

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:04
He also highlights the challenges faced by Tamil Nadu from the Centre, including the denial of major infrastructure projects, the withholding of funds, curtailment of tax revenues without consultation, and the unfair imposition of conditions mandating expenditure
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Nitish’s son Nishant all out in public before getting any role in the party

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:01
For the first time, in the individual capacity, he has started inspecting the developmental work which has been launched or started by his father Nitish Kumar
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'Raise India-made component' in Rafale deal: Rajnath to France

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 20:01
India has urged France to increase the 'Make-in-India' component to 50% for the upcoming 114 Rafale fighter jet deal, including engine manufacturing and overhauling. This comes as both nations renewed their defense cooperation agreement for another decade, also agreeing to manufacture Hammer missiles in India.
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Army aspirant accuses TTE of rape bid on train in UP

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:48
A young Army aspirant traveling for her NCC exam has accused a TTE of attempted rape in a First AC coach of the Ahmedabad-Gorakhpur Express. The incident occurred on Sunday. The TTE allegedly offered her a berth after she boarded without a ticket, then threatened her.
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Woman dies after alleged assault by son

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:48
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Kayla Nicole opens up on being single as Swift, Kelce stay private

Times of India - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:32
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are pretty private about their wedding plans even as many guests have confirmed that they have already signed NDAs related to the high profile celebration. Amid this, Travis Kelce's ex girlfriend, Kayla Nicole has shared a clip which has raised eyebrows among fans. The clip shows her hilariously explaining the reason behind why she had no date on Valentine's Day.
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BJP back to Rath Yatras to boost political prospects in West Bengal

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a gathering at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Grounds at the culmination of the yatras across the State
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Residents pool funds to donate 60 CCTV cameras near Katpadi in Vellore to prevent crimes

Hindu - Tue, 02/17/2026 - 19:27
Residents said that they managed to mobilise around ₹2.5 lakh
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