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After Bollywood actor Preity Zinta slammed Kerala Congress for spreading fake news that the actor got a Rs 18 crore loan written off and for that depositors are on the streets for their money, the party asked the actor to clear the air with proof. "We are glad to accept mistakes if we have made any," the Congress Kerala handle said.

Elon Musk criticizes Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers' proposal to replace gendered terms with neutral ones, calling it “crazy.” This move has generated sharp backlash from conservatives, with former President Donald Trump opposing similar changes. The debate intensifies over gender-neutral language in the U.S.

YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Ashish Chachlani appeared at the Maharashtra Cyber Cell to record statements regarding controversial comments. Ranveer confessed to his mistake, apologised, and expressed regret. He is temporarily barred from performing shows and traveling abroad.

Former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi asserted that the CAG report reiterates AAP's claims about losses under the old excise policy, highlighting illegal liquor procurement from Haryana and UP. BJP countered, alleging corruption and revenue losses amounting to Rs 890 crore due to policy violations and lack of re-tendering, criticizing both Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia.

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, specifically for the murder of Jaswant Singh and his son. The court cited Kumar's age, health, good conduct, and potential for rehabilitation as reasons for opting for life imprisonment instead of the death penalty, disappointing some Sikh leaders.

Latest income tax calculation post Budget 2025: Starting April 1, 2025, individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh under the new income tax regime. However, those who earn above that level have salary restructuring options including conveyance reimbursement, transport allowances, phone bill reimbursements, and car leasing perks to reduce tax outgo.

Rumors of Govinda and Sunita Ahuja's potential divorce have gained traction online, as the couple remains silent on the matter. Their nephew, Krushna Abhishek, firmly denied these claims. Additionally, their ongoing family rift has also been a topic of discussion, although some efforts at reconciliation have been noted.

Congress criticized PM Modi over Trump's proposed reciprocal tariffs, arguing they conflict with international trade principles. Congress leaders expressed concerns about the impact on India's agriculture and MSME sectors and demanded clarity on domestic policies to protect farmers and workers from potential adverse effects.

The CAG report accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of causing a Rs 2,002.68 crore loss with a flawed liquor policy. The report highlighted policy lapses, procedural violations, ignored expert recommendations, and alleged irregularities in issuing licenses. The audit also flagged revenue losses due to failure in obtaining timely permissions, surrender of licenses, and violations in pricing regulations.

India faces a major health challenge with diabetes cases projected to reach 124.9 million by 2045. A team at NIT Rourkela has developed a sophisticated AI-driven model using deep learning to improve blood sugar predictions. This innovation, published in the IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics, promises more accurate, automatic glucose forecasting, aiding in better diabetes management.

Former cricketers in Pakistan voiced disappointment following their team's early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy. Key figures like Wasim Akram and Rashid Latif criticised the lack of improvement and called for changes in domestic cricket and administration. The exit came amid Pakistan's first major tournament hosting in 29 years, highlighting ongoing issues within the sport.

Congress criticizes Modi government's diplomatic strategy after reports of US military aid to Pakistan for F-16 maintenance. Party spokesperson Pawan Khera highlights concerns about India's security and effectiveness of Modi's diplomacy, urging a reassessment of foreign policy priorities to safeguard national interests.

Bank Holiday for Mahashivratri 2025: Banks in several Indian states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka will be closed on February 26, 2025, for Mahashivratri. Customers should verify their local schedule and use online banking services for essential transactions.

Ranjana Nachiyaar, an actor-turned-politician, resigned from the BJP, citing disagreement with the party's stance on the three-language policy and alleged neglect of Tamil Nadu. She criticized the imposition of the policy, bias against Dravidian ideology, and challenges faced by women in politics. Nachiyaar plans to start her own movement prioritizing women's advancement.

Sunil Gavaskar criticized Pakistan's current cricket performance, saying even India's B team could defeat them. Pakistan's inability to develop strong players despite their PSL and domestic competitions was pointed out by Gavaskar, who attributed India's success to IPL's contribution to talent development.

Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin has declared the state is prepared for a language war with the Centre over Hindi imposition through the NEP. He emphasizes NEP undermines social justice and threatens the Tamil language. BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan and AIADMK MP M Thambidurai have accused DMK of hypocrisy and political motivation.

A Colorado pet store was robbed when thieves staged a medical emergency, resulting in the theft of two English bulldog puppies. While store employees assisted an accomplice faking a seizure, another suspect stole the puppies. Police have arrested one suspect but are searching for the others.

Shashi Tharoor's recent post with Union Minister Piyush Goyal amid India-UK trade talks raises further speculation about his standing within the Congress party. Tharoor’s alleged dissatisfaction and previous bold moves, such as running for Congress president, highlight ongoing internal tensions.

Leader of Opposition Atishi and 11 AAP MLAs were suspended from the Delhi Assembly for protesting. They were upset over allegations that the BJP replaced Dr BR Ambedkar's portrait with that of PM Modi in the chief minister's office. Atishi accused the BJP of disrespecting Ambedkar and vowed to continue the protest until the portrait was reinstated.