BJP slams Congress over protests, alleges 'hooliganism' and insult to national icons

IANS | February 21, 2026 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Launching a scathing attack on the Congress, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, on Saturday, accused the party of indulging in "anti-national theatrics", disrespecting India's cultural symbols and misusing protests for political gain, while alleging that its leadership, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, had repeatedly insulted national icons and traditions and spread misinformation against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

Should raise issues at right place and time: INDIA bloc allies slam Youth Cong protest

IANS | February 21, 2026 4:54 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) As the Indian Youth Congress, on Saturday, shared a photograph of Mahatma Gandhi on social media to defend its dramatic shirtless protest during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, leaders from the constituents of the Opposition INDIA bloc criticised the move, citing concerns over the country's image on international platforms.

Delhi HC grants injunction in favour of Kajol in personality rights case

IANS | February 20, 2026 12:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Friday passed an ad-interim injunction protecting the personality and publicity rights of Bollywood actress Kajol Devgan, restraining various entities from unauthorised use of her name, image and likeness for commercial gains and directing the removal of obscene and pornographic content published against her.

Delhi HC issues notice on PIL seeking comprehensive guidelines against UPI frauds

IANS | February 19, 2026 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has agreed to examine a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking framing of comprehensive guidelines to curb the growing menace of frauds perpetrated through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar discusses women safety in Himachal colleges

IANS | February 12, 2026 9:25 PM

Shimla, Feb 12 (IANS) Looking to promote campus safety, institutional accountability, and empowering young women in higher education, the National Commission for Women (NCW) hosted a state-level consultation on safety of girls in higher educational institutions on Thursday in Shimla, an official said.

Imprisonment of human rights attorney couple represents escalation in suppression of dissent in Pakistan: Report

IANS | February 11, 2026 1:58 PM

Islamabad, Feb 11 (IANS) The sentencing of human rights attorney couple Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha in Pakistan has sparked condemnation from the United Nations, international legal bodies, and the country's rights groups, according to a report.

Inspired by Atmanirbhar Bharat, tribal girls learn self-reliance skills at Burhanpur hostel

IANS | February 10, 2026 8:37 PM

Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, Feb 10 (IANS) Just 10 kilometres from Burhanpur district headquarters, the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential Girls’ Hostel, located in village Daryapur, is emerging as a grassroots example of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.

Mukhyamantri Nidan Yojana lab employees protest in Himachal's Una over salary delay

IANS | February 10, 2026 5:27 PM

Una (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 10 (IANS) Employees working under the Mukhyamantri Nidan Yojana at a privately operated laboratory in Himachal Pradesh's Una district held a three-hour strike on Tuesday, alleging non-payment of salaries for the past two months, government officials said.

Chinese govt bans children aged below 18 years from visiting monasteries: Report

IANS | February 8, 2026 4:23 PM

Beijing, Feb 8 (IANS) The Chinese government has reportedly increased restrictions on religious life among Tibetans by imposing a ban that stops children aged below 18 years from entering monasteries, a report said.

Bengal SIR: Hearing deadline expiring today, around 15 constituencies might be allowed extension

IANS | February 7, 2026 10:28 AM

Kolkata, Feb 7 (IANS) The deadline for hearings on claims and objections on the draft voters’ list in West Bengal is expiring on Saturday, with possibilities being high that around 15 Assembly constituencies might be allowed extension for a couple of days to complete that process.

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BJP slams Congress over protests, alleges 'hooliganism' and insult to national icons

Should raise issues at right place and time: INDIA bloc allies slam Youth Cong protest

Delhi HC grants injunction in favour of Kajol in personality rights case

Delhi HC issues notice on PIL seeking comprehensive guidelines against UPI frauds

NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar discusses women safety in Himachal colleges

Imprisonment of human rights attorney couple represents escalation in suppression of dissent in Pakistan: Report

Inspired by Atmanirbhar Bharat, tribal girls learn self-reliance skills at Burhanpur hostel

Mukhyamantri Nidan Yojana lab employees protest in Himachal's Una over salary delay

Chinese govt bans children aged below 18 years from visiting monasteries: Report

Bengal SIR: Hearing deadline expiring today, around 15 constituencies might be allowed extension

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