ECI to begin special revision of electoral rolls in Delhi, 21 states/UTs from April

IANS | February 19, 2026 7:32 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the process for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 22 States and Union Territories, including the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, from April 2026, as the ongoing revision exercise in 13 States and Union Territories nears completion, an official said on Thursday.

'I love your country', says French President Macron, slams naysayers over Rafale deal

IANS | February 19, 2026 7:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) "I love your country,” was the broad message by French President Emmanuel Macron while speaking exclusively to IANS on Thursday, during the ongoing India AI Impact Summit.

PM Modi clocks hectic, action-packed day at India AI Impact Summit

IANS | February 19, 2026 6:58 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a hectic, action-packed day on Thursday, handling a series of events at the India AI summit.

Gujarat UCC draft reviewed; panel deliberates on marriage, divorce and inheritance

IANS | February 19, 2026 6:26 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) A high-level committee constituted by the Gujarat government to draft a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) reviewed the progress of its work at a meeting held in New Delhi on February 18, officials said on Thursday.

Days before Nepal election, former King’s message sparks political controversy

IANS | February 19, 2026 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Days ahead of Nepal’s scheduled parliamentary election, former king Gyanendra Shah on Wednesday called for its postponement, warning that holding polls amid ongoing nationwide dissatisfaction could deepen political instability and spark further conflict, said media reports.

AI century to carry India’s imprint in its infrastructure, sovereignty supreme: Jeet Adani

IANS | February 19, 2026 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Adani Airport Holdings Limited Director Jeet Adani on Thursday said that the question is no longer whether India will participate in the AI century; the question is whether the AI century will carry India’s imprint in its infrastructure – "with her intelligence, with her standards, and most importantly, with her values".

Gujarat Cabinet clears 23 land allotments to advance water, power and port infra

IANS | February 19, 2026 4:44 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Thursday approved 23 proposals for land allocation to key state departments in a move aimed at strengthening water supply, energy, and port infrastructure across multiple districts of the state.

India unveils New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments to include Global South

IANS | February 19, 2026 4:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced the New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments, a landmark outcome of the summit that brings together leading frontier AI companies and India’s domestic innovators to advance inclusive and responsible artificial intelligence.

Patna HC issues notices to 42 MLAs, including Speaker, for 'misleading' election disclosures

IANS | February 19, 2026 3:50 PM

Patna, Feb 19 (IANS) The Patna High Court has served notices to 42 MLAs of the Bihar Assembly in response to a petition that accuses them of submitting false information in their election affidavits and cites purported voting irregularities that occurred during the Assembly elections.

The Kerala Story 2 triggers sharp political reactions across parties

IANS | February 19, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) A political row has erupted over the upcoming film 'The Kerala Story 2', with leaders across party lines offering sharply divergent views on its content, intent, and implications for social harmony.

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ECI to begin special revision of electoral rolls in Delhi, 21 states/UTs from April

'I love your country', says French President Macron, slams naysayers over Rafale deal

PM Modi clocks hectic, action-packed day at India AI Impact Summit

Gujarat UCC draft reviewed; panel deliberates on marriage, divorce and inheritance

Days before Nepal election, former King’s message sparks political controversy

AI century to carry India’s imprint in its infrastructure, sovereignty supreme: Jeet Adani

Gujarat Cabinet clears 23 land allotments to advance water, power and port infra

India unveils New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments to include Global South

Patna HC issues notices to 42 MLAs, including Speaker, for 'misleading' election disclosures

The Kerala Story 2 triggers sharp political reactions across parties

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