AR Rahman agrees to credit Junior Dagar brothers in song after SC's intervention
Music composer AR Rahman told the Supreme Court he will acknowledge the Junior Dagar brothers’ contribution in the song ‘Veera Raja Veera’ from ‘Ponniyin Selvan II’. The court directed updated credits across social media and OTT platforms within five weeks. The move follows a copyright suit by Ustad Faiyaz Wasifuddin Dagar, the successor to the Dagar brothers, against Rahman.
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Music composer AR Rahman told the Supreme Court he will acknowledge the Junior Dagar brothers’ contribution in the song ‘Veera Raja Veera’ from ‘Ponniyin Selvan II’. The court directed updated credits across social media and OTT platforms within five weeks. The move follows a copyright suit by Ustad Faiyaz Wasifuddin Dagar, the successor to the Dagar brothers, against Rahman.
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PCB warns Shadab Khan after he publicly criticises former Pakistan players: Report
PCB officials are reportedly unhappy with all-rounder Shadab Khan for publicly criticising ex-Pakistan players after T20 World Cup Group A match against Namibia in Colombo. The board took cognisance of the matter and cautioned Shadab over language and tone used in his remarks. Shadab had reminded ex-Pakistan players that their team was never able to defeat India in World Cups.
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06:00 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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PCB officials are reportedly unhappy with all-rounder Shadab Khan for publicly criticising ex-Pakistan players after T20 World Cup Group A match against Namibia in Colombo. The board took cognisance of the matter and cautioned Shadab over language and tone used in his remarks. Shadab had reminded ex-Pakistan players that their team was never able to defeat India in World Cups.
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Govt responds after India attends Board of Peace meet & Trump's 'PM Modi is excited' comment
MEA responded after India attended a Board of Peace meeting and Donald Trump said PM Narendra Modi is "excited" about it. "India attended...the meeting...as an observer. India has supported Gaza Peace Plan initiative of President Trump and efforts that are underway due to UN Security Council resolution 2803," MEA said. It added it's not aware of details of Trump's comment.
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06:28 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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MEA responded after India attended a Board of Peace meeting and Donald Trump said PM Narendra Modi is "excited" about it. "India attended...the meeting...as an observer. India has supported Gaza Peace Plan initiative of President Trump and efforts that are underway due to UN Security Council resolution 2803," MEA said. It added it's not aware of details of Trump's comment.
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Who are the women arrested over links to Bishnoi crime syndicate?
Khusnuma Ansari, also known as Neha or 'Madam Zeher', linked to Lawrence Bishnoi crime syndicate, has been arrested. Pooja Sharma, who uses aliases Maya and Deepa, was arrested in Chandigarh in 2024. Zoya Khan, third wife of Hashim Baba, a key operative in the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, was arrested after police recovered 270 grams of heroin from her possession.
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06:41 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Khusnuma Ansari, also known as Neha or 'Madam Zeher', linked to Lawrence Bishnoi crime syndicate, has been arrested. Pooja Sharma, who uses aliases Maya and Deepa, was arrested in Chandigarh in 2024. Zoya Khan, third wife of Hashim Baba, a key operative in the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, was arrested after police recovered 270 grams of heroin from her possession.
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Video shows public thrashing 'shirtless' Congress workers creating ruckus at AI Summit
A video has surfaced online showing the public confronting the Indian Youth Congress workers who created a ruckus at Bharat Mandapam, where the India AI Impact Summit is being hosted. Several visitors and attendees were allegedly seen thrashing and pushing the workers staging the shirtless protest at the summit. BJP criticised Congress over the chaos, calling it "a national shame".
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06:40 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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A video has surfaced online showing the public confronting the Indian Youth Congress workers who created a ruckus at Bharat Mandapam, where the India AI Impact Summit is being hosted. Several visitors and attendees were allegedly seen thrashing and pushing the workers staging the shirtless protest at the summit. BJP criticised Congress over the chaos, calling it "a national shame".
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Cricketer Rahul Chahar announces divorce after 4 years of marriage
Cricketer Rahul Chahar on Friday announced his divorce from Ishani, bringing an end to their marriage after four years. "I entered marriage at a young age...before I fully understood myself, my worth, or...life I truly wanted to build," he said. "Some relationships are not meant to last forever," he added. Rahul got married to Ishani at 22 in 2022.
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06:58 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Cricketer Rahul Chahar on Friday announced his divorce from Ishani, bringing an end to their marriage after four years. "I entered marriage at a young age...before I fully understood myself, my worth, or...life I truly wanted to build," he said. "Some relationships are not meant to last forever," he added. Rahul got married to Ishani at 22 in 2022.
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265m AI cyberattacks hit India, manufacturing top target: Seqrite
Between Oct 2024 and Sep 2025, Seqrite recorded 265.52 million attacks across more than 8 million endpoints in India. AI-powered and automation-driven cyberattacks are increasingly targeting Indian manufacturing plants. This is raising concerns over production downtime and supply-chain disruption, according to the India Cyber Threat Report 2026 released by Seqrite.
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Between Oct 2024 and Sep 2025, Seqrite recorded 265.52 million attacks across more than 8 million endpoints in India. AI-powered and automation-driven cyberattacks are increasingly targeting Indian manufacturing plants. This is raising concerns over production downtime and supply-chain disruption, according to the India Cyber Threat Report 2026 released by Seqrite.
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BJP shares Rahul Gandhi's pic with organiser of shirtless protest at AI Summit
BJP has shared photograph of Narsimha Yadav, one of the main organisers of shirtless protest by members of Congress Youth wing at AI Summit on Friday, with Rahul Gandhi. "This should leave no doubt that the disruption was not incidental, it was orchestrated," BJP leader Amit Malviya stated. Around 10 people were detained following the incident.
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07:12 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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BJP has shared photograph of Narsimha Yadav, one of the main organisers of shirtless protest by members of Congress Youth wing at AI Summit on Friday, with Rahul Gandhi. "This should leave no doubt that the disruption was not incidental, it was orchestrated," BJP leader Amit Malviya stated. Around 10 people were detained following the incident.
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Class 10, 12 students to get priority in security checks at Delhi Metro amid Boards
Delhi Metro announced that Class 10 and 12 students carrying their CBSE admit cards will be given priority during security checks at metro stations amid ongoing board examinations. "Students showing their admit cards will also be prioritised while purchasing tickets at ticket office machines (TOM) and customer care (CC) centers," it added. Special announcements will also be made at stations.
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07:01 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Delhi Metro announced that Class 10 and 12 students carrying their CBSE admit cards will be given priority during security checks at metro stations amid ongoing board examinations. "Students showing their admit cards will also be prioritised while purchasing tickets at ticket office machines (TOM) and customer care (CC) centers," it added. Special announcements will also be made at stations.
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PIB fact-checks fake work-from-home govt scheme for women
A viral video claiming the central government launched a 'Mahila Work From Home Yojana 2026 ', offering women ₹25,000 monthly, has been declared fake by PIB Fact Check. The misleading claim was linked to a YouTube channel and has no connection with any official government scheme. Authorities have warned people not to trust attractive online offers and urged citizens to verify information.
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A viral video claiming the central government launched a 'Mahila Work From Home Yojana 2026 ', offering women ₹25,000 monthly, has been declared fake by PIB Fact Check. The misleading claim was linked to a YouTube channel and has no connection with any official government scheme. Authorities have warned people not to trust attractive online offers and urged citizens to verify information.
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PM Modi meets OpenAI CEO Altman on sidelines of AI Impact Summit
PM Narendra Modi on Friday held a bilateral meeting with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi. "Great meeting with PM Modi…today to talk about the incredible energy around AI in India," Altman said. Prior to meeting with the OpenAI CEO, PM Modi met with President of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon.
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PM Narendra Modi on Friday held a bilateral meeting with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi. "Great meeting with PM Modi…today to talk about the incredible energy around AI in India," Altman said. Prior to meeting with the OpenAI CEO, PM Modi met with President of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon.
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Gajendra Shekhawat calls Rahul Gandhi 'pea-brained' and 'immature'
Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, has directed sharp criticism towards Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following a protest by members of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) at the AI Summit held at Bharat Mandapam. In a post on X, Shekhawat described Gandhi as a “pea-brained” and “immature” leader, asserting that his followers reflect his behaviour.
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Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, has directed sharp criticism towards Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following a protest by members of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) at the AI Summit held at Bharat Mandapam. In a post on X, Shekhawat described Gandhi as a “pea-brained” and “immature” leader, asserting that his followers reflect his behaviour.
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4 Congress workers arrested over 'shirtless protest' at AI Summit
Delhi Police have arrested four Indian Youth Congress workers in connection with the 'shirtless protest' at Bharat Mandapam, where the India AI Impact Summit is being hosted, Additional CP (New Delhi) Devesh Kumar Mahla said. Strong legal action will be taken against those involved in the protest, the official added. The workers also raised slogans against the US-India trade deal.
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07:44 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Delhi Police have arrested four Indian Youth Congress workers in connection with the 'shirtless protest' at Bharat Mandapam, where the India AI Impact Summit is being hosted, Additional CP (New Delhi) Devesh Kumar Mahla said. Strong legal action will be taken against those involved in the protest, the official added. The workers also raised slogans against the US-India trade deal.
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Veteran Bengali author Shankar dies at 92, PM Modi condoles demise
Veteran Bengali author Mani Shankar Mukhopadhyay, popularly known as Shankar, passed away on Friday at the age of 92. Condoling his demise, PM Narendra Modi said, "He was a towering figure in Bengali literature whose words portrayed...lives of people with sensitivity and insight." "Through his unforgettable works, he impacted generations of readers and enriched India’s literary world," he added.
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07:43 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Veteran Bengali author Mani Shankar Mukhopadhyay, popularly known as Shankar, passed away on Friday at the age of 92. Condoling his demise, PM Narendra Modi said, "He was a towering figure in Bengali literature whose words portrayed...lives of people with sensitivity and insight." "Through his unforgettable works, he impacted generations of readers and enriched India’s literary world," he added.
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32 universities across India declared fake by UGC, Delhi tops the list
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities operating across India, with Delhi topping the list at 12. Uttar Pradesh has four fake universities, while Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Puducherry have two each. Rajasthan, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana and Jharkhand have one fake university each, according to UGC’s state-wise list.
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07:38 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities operating across India, with Delhi topping the list at 12. Uttar Pradesh has four fake universities, while Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Puducherry have two each. Rajasthan, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana and Jharkhand have one fake university each, according to UGC’s state-wise list.
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We are keeping an eye on the situation: India on US-Iran tensions
India on Friday said it is closely monitoring the escalating tensions between Iran and the US. "We are keeping an eye on the situation and staying in constant touch with the Indian community living there," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. The statement comes amid reports indicating that the US could be preparing for possible military action against Iran.
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07:31 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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India on Friday said it is closely monitoring the escalating tensions between Iran and the US. "We are keeping an eye on the situation and staying in constant touch with the Indian community living there," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. The statement comes amid reports indicating that the US could be preparing for possible military action against Iran.
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GBA approves ₹350 crore to ease Bengaluru garbage crisis
Bengaluru's garbage crisis has eased after the GBA approved the release of ₹350 crore for constituencies hosting dumping yards. Waste disposal has resumed at key sites and officials say nearly 90% of the backlog in the North Zone has been cleared. The remaining waste is expected to be removed within the next two days.
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Bengaluru's garbage crisis has eased after the GBA approved the release of ₹350 crore for constituencies hosting dumping yards. Waste disposal has resumed at key sites and officials say nearly 90% of the backlog in the North Zone has been cleared. The remaining waste is expected to be removed within the next two days.
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Delhi govt to build 12 new STPs worth ₹7,200 crore to clean Yamuna
The Delhi government is planning to construct 12 new sewage treatment plants (STPs) at an estimated cost of ₹7,200 crore, CM Rekha Gupta said. Gupta stated that ₹9,000 crore had been allocated for rejuvenation of Yamuna over the past year. "When we took over, it was evident that the previous government did not pay much attention to river," she added.
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The Delhi government is planning to construct 12 new sewage treatment plants (STPs) at an estimated cost of ₹7,200 crore, CM Rekha Gupta said. Gupta stated that ₹9,000 crore had been allocated for rejuvenation of Yamuna over the past year. "When we took over, it was evident that the previous government did not pay much attention to river," she added.
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Corporate Amendment Bill to revamp penalties, digitise compliance
Corporate Affairs Ministry plans Corporate Amendment Bill to further decriminalise defaults, digitise compliance, and streamline processes under Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008, CNBC-TV18 reported. Bill is likely to be tabled in the second half of the Budget session, which resumes on March 9, Moneycontrol reported. Minor procedural offences are likely to move to in-house civil adjudication.
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Corporate Affairs Ministry plans Corporate Amendment Bill to further decriminalise defaults, digitise compliance, and streamline processes under Companies Act, 2013 and LLP Act, 2008, CNBC-TV18 reported. Bill is likely to be tabled in the second half of the Budget session, which resumes on March 9, Moneycontrol reported. Minor procedural offences are likely to move to in-house civil adjudication.
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Trucks contribute 50% pollution with 3% share of vehicles: report
According to a new report by Smart Freight Centre (SFC) India, TERI and IIM-Bangalore, India's freight transport, particularly diesel trucks, contribute 50% to climate emissions despite having a 3% vehicle share. A new report warns freight demand and emissions are set to rise by 2030 and calls for a national freight emissions accounting framework to enable clean transport strategies.
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According to a new report by Smart Freight Centre (SFC) India, TERI and IIM-Bangalore, India's freight transport, particularly diesel trucks, contribute 50% to climate emissions despite having a 3% vehicle share. A new report warns freight demand and emissions are set to rise by 2030 and calls for a national freight emissions accounting framework to enable clean transport strategies.
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