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NC president makes these remarks on ‘Mother Language Day’ observed on Feb. 21; he says “hostile elements” are trying to harm Urdu and Kashmiri by labelling them as regional or religious languages

Multiple bus explosions occurred in Central Israel, with no reported casualties but additional explosives found, leading authorities to request public vigilance. The incidents come shortly after Hamas returned hostages' bodies, and Prime Minister Netanyahu scheduled a security meeting for further assessments.

In response to prolonged political setbacks, Congress is considering decentralizing decision-making powers to district units. Leaders such as Kharge and Gandhi have suggested empowering District Congress Committees (DCCs) to play a pivotal role in candidate selection and campaign strategy, learning from past organizational mistakes.

The crowd attack on the Swatantrata Senani Express on February 10 had damaged 73 glass windows of AC coaches; arrested juvenile confessed and expressed remorse, says Railways

With the influx of devotees for Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj's wholesale medicine market on Leader Road has been unofficially closed, creating a shortage of medicines, including life-saving drugs. Despite multiple pleas from traders, district authorities have not addressed the supply disruption caused by restricted truck access to the market area.

Prominent political parties in Maharashtra have already organised special screenings of the movie in the last few days

A 4,400-page chargesheet submitted implicates Shariq Satha for orchestrating November's deadly violence in Sambhal. Linked to Dawood Ibrahim and Pakistan's ISI, Satha fled using a fake passport. Investigators found unusual money transfers and foreign-made cartridges, with further chargesheets expected as the probe continues.

With the Assembly poll due this year, ruling and Opposition leaders are organising events to observe the birth and death anniversaries of prominent figures from various social groups. The strategy is aimed at attracting votes by appealing to caste sentiment

Govt has further reduced wheat stock holding limits for wholesalers, small and big chain retailers to curb hoarding and control price rise. Traders are now allowed only 250 tonnes, down from 1,000 tonnes, and small retailers can hold 4 tonnes. With a production of 1,132 lakh tonnes expected, measures aim to ensure price stability until March 2025.

Rahul Gandhi claimed BJP would lose the 2024 Lok Sabha elections if BSP joined the INDIA bloc, prompting a sharp retort from BSP chief Mayawati accusing Congress of double standards. She claimed past alliances harmed BSP, with votes transferring without reciprocation. The political debate centers on whether BSP was truly invited to join the alliance.

A Lokpal full bench, led by ex-SC judge A M Khanwilkar, reaffirmed that sitting judges are public servants under the Lokpal Act, contradicting a 1991 SC ruling. The SC had mandated prior CJI consultation before filing criminal cases against judges, emphasizing the need for CJI's advice to maintain judiciary integrity and prevent unnecessary harassment.

Approximately 50 Indian deportees from the US have arrived in Panama, awaiting deportation to India. The Indian embassy in Panama has ensured their well-being and is working with local authorities. Around 350 Indian migrants have already been deported to India this year as part of the US government's repatriation efforts.

The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the Lokpal's decision to bring high court judges under its jurisdiction and has sought responses from the Lokpal's registrar general and the Centre. The apex court questioned the validity of the Lokpal's order, which was seen as a threat to judicial independence, and restricted any disclosure related to the complaint.

With the latest killings, Maoists have killed seven persons in separate incidents so far this year in Bastar division, which comprises seven districts, including Dantewada.

Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's chief minister at Ramlila Maidan, attended by PM Modi and prominent leaders. As the fourth woman to take the role, Gupta's cabinet reflects a balance of regional and caste representation. The event emphasized NDA unity and concluded with the national anthem.

Kash Patel has been confirmed as FBI director by a narrow Senate vote. As a Trump supporter critical of the FBI and involved in the removal of senior officials, his appointment raises controversy. Conservatives commend his aim to restore the FBI's accountability, while Democrats express concerns over his management experience and past statements. Patel replaces Christopher Wray, who resigned.