Govt to cut toll rates on partially open National Expressways from February 15
The government has amended the national highways fee rules to lower toll fees for users of partially operational National Expressways. Under the amendment, when a National Expressway isn't opened end to end, toll will be charged for completed stretch at lower National Highway rate. Currently, user fee on National Expressways is 25% higher than normal National Highways for completed length.
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The government has amended the national highways fee rules to lower toll fees for users of partially operational National Expressways. Under the amendment, when a National Expressway isn't opened end to end, toll will be charged for completed stretch at lower National Highway rate. Currently, user fee on National Expressways is 25% higher than normal National Highways for completed length.
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Will take action if it exists: India on purported video of Trump's remark on PM Modi's 'career'
MEA has reacted to a purported video of US President Donald Trump commenting on PM Narendra Modi's "political career". "If indeed there is such a video...we'll take appropriate action," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. In the video, Trump reportedly said, "PM Modi...loves Trump. I don't want you to take...word 'love' any differently. I don’t want to destroy his political career."
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09:15 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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MEA has reacted to a purported video of US President Donald Trump commenting on PM Narendra Modi's "political career". "If indeed there is such a video...we'll take appropriate action," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. In the video, Trump reportedly said, "PM Modi...loves Trump. I don't want you to take...word 'love' any differently. I don’t want to destroy his political career."
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OpenAI researcher quits, says ChatGPT holds deep record of people's lives
OpenAI researcher Zoe Hitzig resigned, warning that the company is starting to walk "the same path as Facebook". She cautioned against introducing advertising into ChatGPT, arguing it holds a deep and personal record of people's lives. "Advertising built on such sensitive data could create a potential for manipulating users in ways we don't have the tools to understand," she said.
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09:52 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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OpenAI researcher Zoe Hitzig resigned, warning that the company is starting to walk "the same path as Facebook". She cautioned against introducing advertising into ChatGPT, arguing it holds a deep and personal record of people's lives. "Advertising built on such sensitive data could create a potential for manipulating users in ways we don't have the tools to understand," she said.
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India lose 5 wickets for 4 runs in last 11 balls against Namibia
India lost five wickets, including two run outs, for four runs in their last 11 balls against Namibia in their T20 World Cup 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Thursday. India were 205/4 after 18.1 overs. They ended their innings at 209/9. India had scored 86/1 in the powerplay.
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09:49 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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India lost five wickets, including two run outs, for four runs in their last 11 balls against Namibia in their T20 World Cup 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Thursday. India were 205/4 after 18.1 overs. They ended their innings at 209/9. India had scored 86/1 in the powerplay.
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Gram sabha passes resolution to make Maha village 'caste-free'
Gram Sabha of Saundala in Maharashtra has passed a resolution declaring the village as "caste-free" to eliminate discrimination. The resolution stated that all public places and facilities, including government services, water sources, temples, cremation grounds, and social functions, will remain open to all residents without discrimination. Necessary action would be taken against the violators.
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09:46 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Gram Sabha of Saundala in Maharashtra has passed a resolution declaring the village as "caste-free" to eliminate discrimination. The resolution stated that all public places and facilities, including government services, water sources, temples, cremation grounds, and social functions, will remain open to all residents without discrimination. Necessary action would be taken against the violators.
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High personal income tax collection doesn't mean middle class being crushed: Sitharaman
High personal income tax collection doesn't necessarily mean that the middle class is being suppressed or crushed in the country, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated in the Rajya Sabha. "There is no evidence of middle-class suppression," she said. Sitharaman added, "The economy is no longer narrow, and it's not just confined to the elite. The middle-class basket is widening."
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10:10 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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High personal income tax collection doesn't necessarily mean that the middle class is being suppressed or crushed in the country, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated in the Rajya Sabha. "There is no evidence of middle-class suppression," she said. Sitharaman added, "The economy is no longer narrow, and it's not just confined to the elite. The middle-class basket is widening."
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Why did Bangladeshi voters cast two votes?
Voters in Bangladesh received two ballots during the general elections. The first, a white ballot, was to elect an MP from their constituency, while the second, a pink ballot, was for a national referendum on adopting the July Charter. Named after the July 2024 student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina, the charter proposes constitutional amendments, legal reforms and new legislation.
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10:00 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Voters in Bangladesh received two ballots during the general elections. The first, a white ballot, was to elect an MP from their constituency, while the second, a pink ballot, was for a national referendum on adopting the July Charter. Named after the July 2024 student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina, the charter proposes constitutional amendments, legal reforms and new legislation.
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Man, who bought AI.com domain for ₹300 as a 10-year-old in 1993, sells it for ₹634 crore
Malaysian tech entrepreneur Arsyan Ismail sold the premium domain AI.com for a $70 million (approximately ₹634 crore) in 2025. He had originally registered the domain in 1993 for just $100 (₹300 at the time). Ismail sold the domain to Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek. The sale is considered one of the largest publicly disclosed domain name transactions in internet history.
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10:26 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Malaysian tech entrepreneur Arsyan Ismail sold the premium domain AI.com for a $70 million (approximately ₹634 crore) in 2025. He had originally registered the domain in 1993 for just $100 (₹300 at the time). Ismail sold the domain to Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek. The sale is considered one of the largest publicly disclosed domain name transactions in internet history.
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Service charge cannot be added automatically in food bill, reiterates govt; fines restaurants
The Central Consumer Protection Authority imposed fine of up to ₹50,000 on 27 restaurants located across India for violation of consumer rights and adoption of unfair trade practices. The CCPA reiterated no hotel or restaurant shall add service charge automatically or by default in food bill. The restaurants included Café Blue Bottle, Patna, and China Gate Restaurant (Bora Bora), Mumbai.
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10:36 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority imposed fine of up to ₹50,000 on 27 restaurants located across India for violation of consumer rights and adoption of unfair trade practices. The CCPA reiterated no hotel or restaurant shall add service charge automatically or by default in food bill. The restaurants included Café Blue Bottle, Patna, and China Gate Restaurant (Bora Bora), Mumbai.
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India record their biggest win in T20 World Cup history
India defeated Namibia by 93 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match in Delhi on Thursday. It's India's biggest win (by runs) in T20 World Cup history. India have become the first team to win 10 T20 World Cup matches in a row. India posted a total of 209/9 and dismissed Namibia for 116 in 18.2 overs.
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10:33 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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India defeated Namibia by 93 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match in Delhi on Thursday. It's India's biggest win (by runs) in T20 World Cup history. India have become the first team to win 10 T20 World Cup matches in a row. India posted a total of 209/9 and dismissed Namibia for 116 in 18.2 overs.
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Most white-collar jobs will be fully automated within 18 months: Microsoft AI chief
Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI could soon automate most white-collar jobs. "White-collar jobs- those sitting in front of computers, whether lawyers, accountants, project managers or marketers- most of these tasks will be fully automated by AI within the next 12-18 months," he said. Suleyman added that as AI technology advances, building new models will become easier.
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10:45 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI could soon automate most white-collar jobs. "White-collar jobs- those sitting in front of computers, whether lawyers, accountants, project managers or marketers- most of these tasks will be fully automated by AI within the next 12-18 months," he said. Suleyman added that as AI technology advances, building new models will become easier.
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Actress sues Albanian govt for using her image for world's 1st AI minister
Albanian actor Anila Bisha has sued the government for allegedly using her image for Diella, the country’s artificial intelligence (AI) minister, described as the world’s first AI minister. "It was surprising when I heard the Prime Minister declare it. I asked how this could happen without my knowledge," Bisha added. Notably, Diella has over 80 children to assist the MPs.
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11:01 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Albanian actor Anila Bisha has sued the government for allegedly using her image for Diella, the country’s artificial intelligence (AI) minister, described as the world’s first AI minister. "It was surprising when I heard the Prime Minister declare it. I asked how this could happen without my knowledge," Bisha added. Notably, Diella has over 80 children to assist the MPs.
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Woman claims there is ₹70,000 rent for 2BHK house in Bengaluru, sparks debate on X
A woman on X claimed the monthly rent for a 2-bedroom flat in Bengaluru's Koramangala is ₹70,000, sparking a debate among social media users. She further pointed out that the area struggles with traffic congestion, open sewage, and broken roads despite the high rent. Reacting to her post, an X user said, "There's no justification for this price in India."
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07:00 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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A woman on X claimed the monthly rent for a 2-bedroom flat in Bengaluru's Koramangala is ₹70,000, sparking a debate among social media users. She further pointed out that the area struggles with traffic congestion, open sewage, and broken roads despite the high rent. Reacting to her post, an X user said, "There's no justification for this price in India."
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Trump confirms meet with Xi Jinping in April
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, while Xi is expected to visit the United States later this year. "I look forward to it. Our relationship with China is very good right now," Trump said while addressing reporters. However, no exact date of travel was mentioned by the US President.
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08:29 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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US President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, while Xi is expected to visit the United States later this year. "I look forward to it. Our relationship with China is very good right now," Trump said while addressing reporters. However, no exact date of travel was mentioned by the US President.
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Defence panel gives nod for 288 S-400 missiles from Russia: Report
The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the Acceptance of Necessity for purchasing 288 Russian S-400 missiles worth ₹10,000 crore, HT reported, citing officials. This will replenish stocks used in Operation Sindoor and enhance air defence. The AoN reportedly includes 120 short-range and 168 long-range missiles, to be acquired via Fast Track Procedure.
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08:33 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the Acceptance of Necessity for purchasing 288 Russian S-400 missiles worth ₹10,000 crore, HT reported, citing officials. This will replenish stocks used in Operation Sindoor and enhance air defence. The AoN reportedly includes 120 short-range and 168 long-range missiles, to be acquired via Fast Track Procedure.
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Anthropic hits $380 billion valuation
Anthropic, the AI startup behind Claude, has reached a post-money valuation of $380 billion after securing $30 billion in a Series G funding round. Led by GIC and Coatue, this was the second-largest private tech fundraising round, only topped by OpenAI's $40 billion round last year. The round was co-led by DE Shaw Ventures, Dragoneer, Founders Fund, ICONIQ and MGX.
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08:56 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Anthropic, the AI startup behind Claude, has reached a post-money valuation of $380 billion after securing $30 billion in a Series G funding round. Led by GIC and Coatue, this was the second-largest private tech fundraising round, only topped by OpenAI's $40 billion round last year. The round was co-led by DE Shaw Ventures, Dragoneer, Founders Fund, ICONIQ and MGX.
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Khaleda Zia's son Tarique Rahman to become Bangladesh PM in 1st election after Hasina's ouster
Late Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's son Tarique Rahman is set to become Bangladesh's Prime Minister in first election after Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024. Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have registered a massive victory and won over 200 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad. Rahman won from Bogura-6 and Dhaka-17 constituencies with a landslide margin.
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08:51 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Late Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's son Tarique Rahman is set to become Bangladesh's Prime Minister in first election after Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024. Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have registered a massive victory and won over 200 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad. Rahman won from Bogura-6 and Dhaka-17 constituencies with a landslide margin.
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Anthropic is misanthropic: Musk after AI firm raises $30 bn in funding
xAI CEO Elon Musk called US-based AI startup Anthropic "misanthropic" after the Claude chatbot maker raised $30 billion in funding, more than doubling its post-money valuation to $380 billion. "Your AI hates Whites and Asians, especially Chinese, heterosexuals, and men," Musk said. "This is misanthropic and evil...You were doomed to this fate when you chose your name," he said.
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09:12 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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xAI CEO Elon Musk called US-based AI startup Anthropic "misanthropic" after the Claude chatbot maker raised $30 billion in funding, more than doubling its post-money valuation to $380 billion. "Your AI hates Whites and Asians, especially Chinese, heterosexuals, and men," Musk said. "This is misanthropic and evil...You were doomed to this fate when you chose your name," he said.
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Red-faced Pakistan begged US to remove map showing PoK as part of India
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has said Islamabad contacted Washington after a map posted by US Trade Representative showed PoK and Aksai Chin within Indian territory. "They realised that the map was incorrect. The international map on J&K, which delineates Pakistani and Indian territories, is legally sanctioned by the UN," said Pakistan government. The map was quietly deleted from X.
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09:26 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has said Islamabad contacted Washington after a map posted by US Trade Representative showed PoK and Aksai Chin within Indian territory. "They realised that the map was incorrect. The international map on J&K, which delineates Pakistani and Indian territories, is legally sanctioned by the UN," said Pakistan government. The map was quietly deleted from X.
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TMC MPs Saugata & June caught giggling amid debate in Parliament, video goes viral
Trinamool Congress MPs Saugata Roy and June Malia were caught giggling and talking continuously while Aazad Samaj Party chief Chandrashekhar Azad addressed the Lok Sabha on the Immigration and Foreigners Code (Amendment) Bill. A video of the same has gone viral. "Looks like those sitting at the back are celebrating their own Valentine's Week," one X user said.
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09:33 am Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Trinamool Congress MPs Saugata Roy and June Malia were caught giggling and talking continuously while Aazad Samaj Party chief Chandrashekhar Azad addressed the Lok Sabha on the Immigration and Foreigners Code (Amendment) Bill. A video of the same has gone viral. "Looks like those sitting at the back are celebrating their own Valentine's Week," one X user said.
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