Times of India

The Supreme Court has allowed the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to enlist judicial officers from Jharkhand and Odisha to expedite the verification of 50 lakh voters in West Bengal facing 'logical discrepancy' or 'unmapped' status. The apex court clarified Aadhaar is solely for identification, not citizenship claims, and supplementary voter lists will be published post-February 28.

'Not necessarily punitive step; measure to make nota option void'

Rahul Gandhi praised Indian Youth Congress members arrested for protesting the AI Summit, calling them "babbar shers" who exposed a "compromised PM." The BJP criticized Gandhi, labeling him a "running joke" and accusing him of anarchic conduct and ignorance regarding the US trade agreement.

The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as Keralam, fulfilling a long-standing popular demand. This decision aligns with the state assembly's resolutions and reflects the will of the people. The process will involve the President referring the matter to the state assembly for its views before parliamentary action.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Israel, commencing Wednesday, aims to strengthen the strategic partnership and address shared challenges. The agenda includes meetings with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, an address to the Knesset, and discussions on technology, defense, and trade. An upgraded security pact and a potential free trade agreement are key outcomes anticipated from this significant diplomatic engagement.

Class 8 students will now learn about judicial challenges like corruption, massive case backlogs, and judge shortages. The new NCERT textbook highlights how these issues hinder justice, especially for the poor. It details pending cases across courts and mentions efforts to boost transparency and accountability, including a code of conduct for judges and a grievance system.

The US is moving closer to revising wage rules for foreign workers, with a proposed regulation affecting H-1B visas and employment-based green cards clearing federal review. This development could lead to increased minimum wage requirements for sponsored employees, impacting hiring costs and eligibility for foreign professionals, particularly those from India.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a right calf strain, missing another crucial game for the Milwaukee Bucks. The team, already struggling without their star, faces the Miami Heat with key players needing to step up. Miami, with fewer injury concerns, holds an advantage, particularly inside, as Milwaukee seeks perimeter scoring to compete.

Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld are prepping for the next chapters of their lives after being married for close to a year. While the high profile couple maintain privacy about their pregnancy, Hailee Steinfeld's heartbreaking confession about being bullied has resurfaced. The BAFTA nominated actress faced heavy bullying in her younger years and was terrified of it as her life went on.

Bhojpuri superstar Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, has once again grabbed headlines — this time for his candid remarks about his personal life. The actor, who has been married to Mansha Devi since 2000 and is a father to two sons, opened up about his marriage and his views on love during a recent interaction, sparking conversations across social media and entertainment circles.

The Oklahoma City Thunder, leading the Western Conference, face the Toronto Raptors on February 24, 2026. Both teams are hampered by injuries, with OKC missing key starters like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams. Toronto relies on Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett as key available options, aiming to leverage their ball movement and rebounding against a strong Thunder defense.

President Trump addresses Congress amid significant challenges, including a Supreme Court ruling against his tariffs and rising Iran tensions. He's expected to defend his economic record, touting past successes while facing concerns over inflation and slower growth. The speech, potentially lengthy, aims to rally support ahead of crucial midterm elections, though some Democrats plan to boycott.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are just weeks ahead of their lavish wedding which the whole world is waiting for. Amid this, Travis Kelce's ex girlfriend, Kayla Nicole, has made a shocking confession where she has hinted at how the Kansas City Chiefs' star player might have cheated on her during their five year long relationship that ended in 2022.

A Delhi Police head constable has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead a 30-year-old Enforcement Department staffer at a wedding in Wazirabad. The victim was allegedly targeted by the constable due to a prior dispute. Two relatives of the accused have also been apprehended.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged his cabinet colleagues to identify and propose reforms focused on ease of living and ease of doing business. This directive follows the adoption of the 'Seva Sankalp Resolution' at Seva Teerth, emphasizing citizen-centric governance and nation-building. Ministries are expected to detail both ongoing and planned changes, with a particular focus on non-financial regulatory reforms.