NHRC issues notice over alleged risks to kids' data privacy in US AI company-NGO Pratham collaboration

IANS | February 27, 2026 10:13 AM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the Department of School Education and Literacy, the Department of Higher Education, and all states and union territories over concerns relating to the protection of children’s personal data in an Artificial Intelligence-based education initiative.

Govt launches casebook on AI and gender empowerment

IANS | February 27, 2026 10:06 AM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) In a significant milestone in India's commitment to inclusive and ethical artificial intelligence (AI) advancement, the government has launched a Casebook on AI and Gender Empowerment, IT Ministry said on Friday.

JNUSU calls for university strike to protest arrest of 13 students

IANS | February 27, 2026 9:46 AM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) on Friday called for a complete university strike to protest the arrest of 13 students, including three office-bearers, during a march to the Ministry of Education (MoE).

Crispin Glover accused of holding former model ‘captive, slave’ in lawsuit

IANS | February 27, 2026 9:38 AM

Los Angeles, Feb 27 (IANS) Hollywood actor Crispin Glover has been accused of sexual assault. The actor has been sued by an alleged former girlfriend who claims the ‘Back to the Future’ actor used her for “sex and free labour” after luring her with the promise of a job opportunity in Los Angeles.