Kerala raises Dearness Allowance by 10% for employees, pensioners
Kerala government announced that Dearness Allowance for state government, local body employees, teachers and staff of aided schools, colleges and polytechnics will be raised from 25% to 35%. The enhanced DA will reflect in the March salary. Similar hike has been approved for Dearness Relief for state service, family, ex-gratia, and ex-gratia family pensioners which will reflect from April onwards.
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Kerala government announced that Dearness Allowance for state government, local body employees, teachers and staff of aided schools, colleges and polytechnics will be raised from 25% to 35%. The enhanced DA will reflect in the March salary. Similar hike has been approved for Dearness Relief for state service, family, ex-gratia, and ex-gratia family pensioners which will reflect from April onwards.
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British police search King Charles' brother Andrew's royal mansion
British police searched the former mansion of King Charles' younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The former Duke was stripped of his royal titles following public outrage over his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, the former prince was released after being held for more than 10 hours.
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British police searched the former mansion of King Charles' younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The former Duke was stripped of his royal titles following public outrage over his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. However, the former prince was released after being held for more than 10 hours.
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Police reveal how Congress workers entered AI summit to stage shirtless protest
Delhi Police revealed how Indian Youth Congress workers entered the AI summit to stage a shirtless protest. "The incident occurred at around 12.30 pm. They registered online and entered after getting their QR codes scanned...They were wearing sweaters and jackets over objectionable t-shirts, which they removed later," police said. An FIR has been filed, and 10 people have been detained.
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04:12 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Delhi Police revealed how Indian Youth Congress workers entered the AI summit to stage a shirtless protest. "The incident occurred at around 12.30 pm. They registered online and entered after getting their QR codes scanned...They were wearing sweaters and jackets over objectionable t-shirts, which they removed later," police said. An FIR has been filed, and 10 people have been detained.
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He wants to stay: F1 CEO Domenicali on Verstappen's retirement hint
After four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen hinted at retirement over new F1 regulations, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said, "Max wants [to stay] and does care about Formula 1 more than anyone else." "He has a way of putting...point that he wants to say in a certain way, but we had a very constructive meeting," Domenicali added.
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04:10 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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After four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen hinted at retirement over new F1 regulations, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said, "Max wants [to stay] and does care about Formula 1 more than anyone else." "He has a way of putting...point that he wants to say in a certain way, but we had a very constructive meeting," Domenicali added.
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Sickening: Ex-FBI chief on Trump's face on giant banner at justice dept HQ
A large banner featuring US President Donald Trump was displayed outside the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, DC. Criticising it, former FBI director James Comey called the banner “sickening” in an Instagram post. Meanwhile, the White House rejected allegations that the department is being weaponised for political purposes.
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A large banner featuring US President Donald Trump was displayed outside the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, DC. Criticising it, former FBI director James Comey called the banner “sickening” in an Instagram post. Meanwhile, the White House rejected allegations that the department is being weaponised for political purposes.
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Nilekani shares how PM's 'Can't we use AI on sick cows?' remark led to an AI agent's launch
Infosys Co-founder Nandan Nilekani revealed an AI agent called 'Sarlaben' was launched in three weeks after PM Narendra Modi asked, "Why can't we apply it to [sick] cows and cattle?" "[India] is the world's largest cooperative with 3.6 million farmers, 2 billion milk transactions/year...This, to me, is an example of...speed of execution of AI diffusion in India," he added.
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04:09 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Infosys Co-founder Nandan Nilekani revealed an AI agent called 'Sarlaben' was launched in three weeks after PM Narendra Modi asked, "Why can't we apply it to [sick] cows and cattle?" "[India] is the world's largest cooperative with 3.6 million farmers, 2 billion milk transactions/year...This, to me, is an example of...speed of execution of AI diffusion in India," he added.
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Epstein insulted me, told me I was too old when I was 21: Survivor
Rina Oh, survivor of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, said Epstein "psychologically harmed" her by "devaluing" her. "He started with insults. Criticising my body. Telling me what to do with my body...he said this more than once, he started telling me I was too old. A lot. I was 21 and he was 47 at the time," she stated.
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04:28 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Rina Oh, survivor of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, said Epstein "psychologically harmed" her by "devaluing" her. "He started with insults. Criticising my body. Telling me what to do with my body...he said this more than once, he started telling me I was too old. A lot. I was 21 and he was 47 at the time," she stated.
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India-US interim trade deal likely to be operational in April: Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that the India-US interim trade deal is likely to be signed in March and operationalised in April. A meeting to finalise the legal text for the deal will begin on February 23. India's free trade agreements (FTAs) with the UK and Oman are also likely to be implemented in April, Goyal added.
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04:20 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that the India-US interim trade deal is likely to be signed in March and operationalised in April. A meeting to finalise the legal text for the deal will begin on February 23. India's free trade agreements (FTAs) with the UK and Oman are also likely to be implemented in April, Goyal added.
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World's largest snail is 72 cm long, as heavy as 3-year-old child
Guinness World Records confirmed that ‘Gee Geronimo’, a giant African land snail, as the largest land snail at 27.3 cm. However, marine species like the Australian trumpet shell grow much bigger, reaching up to 72.2 cm and weighing as much as a three-year-old child, making ocean snails far larger than their land counterparts. These snails inhabit Indo-Pacific waters.
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04:19 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Guinness World Records confirmed that ‘Gee Geronimo’, a giant African land snail, as the largest land snail at 27.3 cm. However, marine species like the Australian trumpet shell grow much bigger, reaching up to 72.2 cm and weighing as much as a three-year-old child, making ocean snails far larger than their land counterparts. These snails inhabit Indo-Pacific waters.
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What is 'Sarlaben AI', app inspired by PM Modi's vision for cows?
'Sarlaben' app is an AI-powered digital assistant designed for Gujarat farmers. It will offer personalised guidance on cattle health, vaccination schedules, feeding and breeding practices, along with information on government schemes. Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani said the app was developed in 3 weeks and is inspired by PM Narendra Modi's vision for AI application on cows and other cattle.
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04:18 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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'Sarlaben' app is an AI-powered digital assistant designed for Gujarat farmers. It will offer personalised guidance on cattle health, vaccination schedules, feeding and breeding practices, along with information on government schemes. Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani said the app was developed in 3 weeks and is inspired by PM Narendra Modi's vision for AI application on cows and other cattle.
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Kareena dons 1987 red gown with ruby necklace for Mumbai event
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan stunned at a Mumbai event in a vintage 1987 Vicky Tiel red gown styled by Rhea Kapoor. The strapless corseted dress featured ruched detailing and a thigh-high slit. She elevated the archival look with a 75-carat Burmese ruby and diamond choker, glossy wine lips and sleek centre-parted hair, serving timeless Hollywood glamour.
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Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan stunned at a Mumbai event in a vintage 1987 Vicky Tiel red gown styled by Rhea Kapoor. The strapless corseted dress featured ruched detailing and a thigh-high slit. She elevated the archival look with a 75-carat Burmese ruby and diamond choker, glossy wine lips and sleek centre-parted hair, serving timeless Hollywood glamour.
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Haryana man attacks live-in partner after doubting her character
A 19-year-old biotechnology student from Tripura is in critical condition at AIIMS Delhi after she was assaulted by her live-in partner in Gurugram. The accused, also 19, has been arrested. Police said the couple had an argument before attack and the boy doubted his partner's character. A case has been registered and CCTV footage is being examined as investigation continues.
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A 19-year-old biotechnology student from Tripura is in critical condition at AIIMS Delhi after she was assaulted by her live-in partner in Gurugram. The accused, also 19, has been arrested. Police said the couple had an argument before attack and the boy doubted his partner's character. A case has been registered and CCTV footage is being examined as investigation continues.
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AI disruption fears weigh on Indian IT stocks
Indian IT stocks have declined in recent weeks, with the sector index down 13% and shares such as Wipro falling 19%. Foreign portfolio investors have trimmed exposure amid debate over AI-driven automation. Analysts said enterprise tech spending is likely to continue, though growth expectations and valuation multiples have moderated.
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Indian IT stocks have declined in recent weeks, with the sector index down 13% and shares such as Wipro falling 19%. Foreign portfolio investors have trimmed exposure amid debate over AI-driven automation. Analysts said enterprise tech spending is likely to continue, though growth expectations and valuation multiples have moderated.
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Amazon unit suffered 13-hour outage after its own AI tool created bug: Report
Amazon Web Services suffered a 13-hour outage in mid-December 2025 after Amazon's AI coding tool, Kiro, introduced a bug, the Financial Times reported. Engineers had used the tool to fix issues, but it instead "deleted and recreated the environment". The incident was "a user access control issue, not an AI autonomy issue", the company said.
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04:40 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Amazon Web Services suffered a 13-hour outage in mid-December 2025 after Amazon's AI coding tool, Kiro, introduced a bug, the Financial Times reported. Engineers had used the tool to fix issues, but it instead "deleted and recreated the environment". The incident was "a user access control issue, not an AI autonomy issue", the company said.
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Sanmit Infra secures ₹2.83 crore domestic road contract
Sanmit Infra Limited secured a domestic contract valued at ₹2,83,20,000 including 18% GST. Execution runs from March 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026, involving Micro Surfacing with polymer-modified bitumen emulsion. RA bills are paid fortnightly subject to a 5% retention. The project includes a 24-month Defect Liability Period covering raveling and skid resistance.
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Sanmit Infra Limited secured a domestic contract valued at ₹2,83,20,000 including 18% GST. Execution runs from March 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026, involving Micro Surfacing with polymer-modified bitumen emulsion. RA bills are paid fortnightly subject to a 5% retention. The project includes a 24-month Defect Liability Period covering raveling and skid resistance.
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Nearly 1 in every 3 people in Pakistan is poor, show official estimates
Poverty in Pakistan rose 6.9% in last six years, from 21.9% in 2018-19 to 28.8% in 2024-25, Geo News reported, citing official estimates. This means that nearly one in every three people in the country is poor, as poverty rates have jumped in Pakistan's Punjab and Sindh regions. Top officials attributed rising poverty to soaring inflation and low GDP growth.
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Poverty in Pakistan rose 6.9% in last six years, from 21.9% in 2018-19 to 28.8% in 2024-25, Geo News reported, citing official estimates. This means that nearly one in every three people in the country is poor, as poverty rates have jumped in Pakistan's Punjab and Sindh regions. Top officials attributed rising poverty to soaring inflation and low GDP growth.
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BLA claims 7 Pakistan soldiers captured, ultimatum issued
The Baloch Liberation Army claims it has captured seven Pakistani soldiers and issued a February 21 deadline, demanding prisoner exchange talks. Pakistan Army's Inter-Services Public Relations and X Corps deny the claim, calling the videos fabricated. Captives have released footage displaying service cards, intensifying a credibility battle under Asim Munir.
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The Baloch Liberation Army claims it has captured seven Pakistani soldiers and issued a February 21 deadline, demanding prisoner exchange talks. Pakistan Army's Inter-Services Public Relations and X Corps deny the claim, calling the videos fabricated. Captives have released footage displaying service cards, intensifying a credibility battle under Asim Munir.
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Pak PM Sharif flatters Trump at peace summit, calls him 'saviour of South Asia'
During the first meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif flattered US President Donald Trump, calling him "saviour of South Asia". "You've truly proved to be a man of peace...You're truly the saviour of South Asia," he said, reviving false claim that Trump stopped India-Pakistan's conflict. India has always denied Trump's claims of stopping the war.
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04:32 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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During the first meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif flattered US President Donald Trump, calling him "saviour of South Asia". "You've truly proved to be a man of peace...You're truly the saviour of South Asia," he said, reviving false claim that Trump stopped India-Pakistan's conflict. India has always denied Trump's claims of stopping the war.
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No such thing as artificial general intelligence, it's nonsense: Yann LeCun
Scientist Yann LeCun, known as one of the godfathers of AI, said there is "no such thing as artificial general intelligence (AGI)". "There is human-level AI, but human intelligence is extremely specialised. So calling it general intelligence is complete nonsense," he said. He added that the next AI revolution will be based on models that can learn from real world.
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04:58 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Scientist Yann LeCun, known as one of the godfathers of AI, said there is "no such thing as artificial general intelligence (AGI)". "There is human-level AI, but human intelligence is extremely specialised. So calling it general intelligence is complete nonsense," he said. He added that the next AI revolution will be based on models that can learn from real world.
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ASOS's millionaire Co-founder Quentin Griffiths dies after fall from 17th floor in Thailand
Fashion retailer ASOS's millionaire Co-founder Quentin Griffiths has died after he fell from the balcony of an apartment on the 17th floor in Thailand. As per police, the autopsy found no sign of foul play. Notably, the 58-year-old was involved in a financial dispute with his ex-wife, who claimed he stole £500,000 (over ₹6 crore) from a firm they owned.
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04:57 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Fashion retailer ASOS's millionaire Co-founder Quentin Griffiths has died after he fell from the balcony of an apartment on the 17th floor in Thailand. As per police, the autopsy found no sign of foul play. Notably, the 58-year-old was involved in a financial dispute with his ex-wife, who claimed he stole £500,000 (over ₹6 crore) from a firm they owned.
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