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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has already initiated a special safety audit of NSOPs earlier this month

Foreign investors injected Rs 19,675 crore into Indian stocks in early February, reversing months of outflows. This surge, driven by a US-India trade deal and easing global economic worries, signals renewed optimism. Despite this, overall 2025 flows remain weak, with significant net outflows recorded year-to-date.

Mr. Syngkon said East Jaintia Hills already has several cement and extractive industries and cautioned that evaluating projects in isolation without assessing cumulative regional impacts could undermine environmental safeguards.

India and Pakistan's T20 World Cup encounters have been closely contested, despite India's 7-1 head-to-head record. Recent matches in the 2020s, including the 2021 loss, the thrilling 2022 victory, and the tight 2024 win, highlight decisive moments rather than one-sided dominance.

The fresh round of inductions is seen as a strategic move by the SP to strengthen its social base for the upcoming 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections

Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar urged deep inner reflection and devotion this Mahashivratri, emphasizing meditation and chanting to elevate spiritual practice. Prime Minister Modi and defence minister Rajnath Singh extended greetings, praying for well-being and prosperity. The festival celebrates the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, observed with reverence across India.

A major tragedy was averted in Patna's VVIP area when an over-speeding SUV collided with a police patrol vehicle near the chief minister's residence. The forceful impact damaged both vehicles, with the SUV smashing through a guardrail. While a female police officer sustained injuries, others were safe, and four individuals were detained for questioning.

The officials said more than 8,000 mule accounts operating in the region have been identified and frozen over a period of three years, exposing a sophisticated network of money laundering

The Budanur festival is an annual religious and cultural celebration centered around the 12-13th century Hoysala-era Ananthapadmanabha temple and Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, which draw large crowds to Budanur situated close to Mandya town

The State will present the interim budget in the Assembly on Tuesday (February 17, 2026)

The purpose of Ms. Sasikala’s ongoing discussion is to finalise her camp’s strategy for the 2026 Assembly election; she has planned to hold discussion up to February 18, says her follower who is a former legislator.

Tens of thousands of Indian and Pakistani fans have converged on Colombo for the high-voltage India-Pakistan clash, turning the city into a fortress with massive security deployment. Beyond politics and critique, the match has energised local livelihoods, packed the stadium to capacity and reaffirmed why this rivalry remains cricket’s most powerful spectacle.

Kedarnath Temple will welcome devotees from April 22, concluding its winter hiatus. The auspicious reopening date was fixed on Mahashivratri at the shrine's winter seat. This marks the commencement of the Char Dham Yatra, with Badrinath opening on April 23, and Gangotri and Yamunotri on April 19. Thousands are expected to participate in the pilgrimage.

The panel has been tasked with fixing accountability and examining possible constitutional exemptions to central mining laws, said the notification dated February 14.

The 29-year-old woman, who sparked fears of foul play after disappearing following a wedding, was located unharmed with a friend