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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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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08:12 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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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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08:08 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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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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Unfair that it counts for nothing in Super 8s: Jaffer on Zimbabwe and WI topping their groups
Former India opener Wasim Jaffer said it was "great to see" Zimbabwe and West Indies top their respective groups in the T20 World Cup 2026. He added, "Slightly unfair that it counts for nothing in the Super 8s." He added, "Group toppers should carry two points forward as they have already beaten one of the Super 8 qualifiers."
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08:27 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Former India opener Wasim Jaffer said it was "great to see" Zimbabwe and West Indies top their respective groups in the T20 World Cup 2026. He added, "Slightly unfair that it counts for nothing in the Super 8s." He added, "Group toppers should carry two points forward as they have already beaten one of the Super 8 qualifiers."
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Warren urges Fed nominees to protect central bank research
Senator Elizabeth Warren demanded that President Trump's Fed nominees commit to protecting the central bank's independent research. This follows Kevin Hassett's harsh criticism of a NY Fed tariff study. Warren accused the administration of wanting to install "sock puppets" to lie about the economy, despite Trump's recent nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair.
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Senator Elizabeth Warren demanded that President Trump's Fed nominees commit to protecting the central bank's independent research. This follows Kevin Hassett's harsh criticism of a NY Fed tariff study. Warren accused the administration of wanting to install "sock puppets" to lie about the economy, despite Trump's recent nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair.
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Long queue of people seen waiting for free calendars at AI Summit in Delhi, video surfaces
A video has surfaced online showing a large number of attendees crowding around a counter during the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi after they were told that free calendars were being distributed. People were seen pushing past one another to get the free calendars. The video sparked debate on X, with users describing it as a "freebie mentality".
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08:40 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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A video has surfaced online showing a large number of attendees crowding around a counter during the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi after they were told that free calendars were being distributed. People were seen pushing past one another to get the free calendars. The video sparked debate on X, with users describing it as a "freebie mentality".
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Weapon of mass distraction: Republican on Trump's order to release info on aliens
Republican Representative Thomas Massie criticised US President Donald Trump after he ordered the release of government files on aliens and UFOs. “They have deployed the ultimate weapon of mass distraction, but the Epstein files aren’t going away…even for aliens,” Massie wrote on X. Trump said the move was driven by “tremendous interest shown”.
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08:38 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Republican Representative Thomas Massie criticised US President Donald Trump after he ordered the release of government files on aliens and UFOs. “They have deployed the ultimate weapon of mass distraction, but the Epstein files aren’t going away…even for aliens,” Massie wrote on X. Trump said the move was driven by “tremendous interest shown”.
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Un******g-believable: Swara on Taliban allowing domestic violence
Actress Swara Bhasker reacted to reports of a Taliban law allowing husbands to beat wives if it doesn’t cause “broken bones or open wounds.” Calling the reports “un******g-believable,” she termed the Taliban “cruel and brutal” and “an insult to humanity,” adding it also disrespects the religion they claim to represent. "Absolutely despicable," she further wrote.
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08:36 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Actress Swara Bhasker reacted to reports of a Taliban law allowing husbands to beat wives if it doesn’t cause “broken bones or open wounds.” Calling the reports “un******g-believable,” she termed the Taliban “cruel and brutal” and “an insult to humanity,” adding it also disrespects the religion they claim to represent. "Absolutely despicable," she further wrote.
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Galgotias' research claimed banging thalis killed coronavirus, retracted amid AI Summit screw-up
A 2020 study by Galgotias University claimed that sound vibrations produced by banging thalis (plates) or ringing bells helped kill coronavirus. Document library Scribd said the research's publisher retracted the paper, adding, "The information...is creating massive conflict amid the scientific community." This comes days after the university showcased a Chinese robot dog as its own at AI Summit.
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A 2020 study by Galgotias University claimed that sound vibrations produced by banging thalis (plates) or ringing bells helped kill coronavirus. Document library Scribd said the research's publisher retracted the paper, adding, "The information...is creating massive conflict amid the scientific community." This comes days after the university showcased a Chinese robot dog as its own at AI Summit.
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US GDP slows down to 1.4% in Q4, missing Wall Street expectations
The US economy grew at an annualised 1.4% rate in Q4, missing Wall Street estimates of 2.5%. The slowdown was driven by declines in government spending, exports and consumer spending, though investment accelerated. Full-year 2025 growth slowed to 2.2%, compared to 2.8% in 2024, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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The US economy grew at an annualised 1.4% rate in Q4, missing Wall Street estimates of 2.5%. The slowdown was driven by declines in government spending, exports and consumer spending, though investment accelerated. Full-year 2025 growth slowed to 2.2%, compared to 2.8% in 2024, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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IYC workers had planned black umbrella protest, changed it fearing detection: Sources
The Indian Youth Congress workers, who staged shirtless protest at AI Summit in Delhi, had initially planned to enter the venue carrying black umbrellas with printed stickers, as per Delhi Police sources. The workers, fearing detection during security checks, reportedly changed their plan and wore T-shirts displaying the printed messages instead. Four people have been arrested in the matter.
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08:54 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The Indian Youth Congress workers, who staged shirtless protest at AI Summit in Delhi, had initially planned to enter the venue carrying black umbrellas with printed stickers, as per Delhi Police sources. The workers, fearing detection during security checks, reportedly changed their plan and wore T-shirts displaying the printed messages instead. Four people have been arrested in the matter.
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BJP protests outside Rahul's home over Congress' shirtless protest
The members of BJP Yuva Morcha protested outside the residence of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, following Indian Yuva Congress' shirtless protest at AI Summit. They raised slogans against Rahul and accused him of "shaming India". "This shows their ideology against the country," a member said. The members were later detained by the police.
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08:51 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The members of BJP Yuva Morcha protested outside the residence of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, following Indian Yuva Congress' shirtless protest at AI Summit. They raised slogans against Rahul and accused him of "shaming India". "This shows their ideology against the country," a member said. The members were later detained by the police.
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Saudi Arabia allocates SAR3 billion in Ramadan aid for households
In an effort to provide financial assistance during the holy month of Ramadan, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has issued a directive for the disbursement of over SAR3 billion. This initiative works for people who are social security beneficiaries in Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to alleviate financial burdens faced by families during this significant period.
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In an effort to provide financial assistance during the holy month of Ramadan, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has issued a directive for the disbursement of over SAR3 billion. This initiative works for people who are social security beneficiaries in Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to alleviate financial burdens faced by families during this significant period.
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Livspace fires 1,000 employees to become 'AI-native agentic organisation', Co-founder quits
KKR-backed Livspace, a home decor and interior furnishing startup, has laid off at least 1,000 employees, representing about 12% of its total workforce. "We're fundamentally reorganising our internal operations to become an AI-native agentic organisation," a company spokesperson was quoted as saying by Moneycontrol. One of its co-founders, Saurabh Jain, has also quit the company.
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09:09 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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KKR-backed Livspace, a home decor and interior furnishing startup, has laid off at least 1,000 employees, representing about 12% of its total workforce. "We're fundamentally reorganising our internal operations to become an AI-native agentic organisation," a company spokesperson was quoted as saying by Moneycontrol. One of its co-founders, Saurabh Jain, has also quit the company.
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Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran
A reporter on Friday asked US President Donald Trump if he's considering a limited strike to pressure Iran into a deal on its nuclear program. In response, Trump said, "I guess I can say I'm considering." US has increased its military presence across the Middle East, repositioning warships, aircraft and additional forces as negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme remain stalled.
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09:19 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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A reporter on Friday asked US President Donald Trump if he's considering a limited strike to pressure Iran into a deal on its nuclear program. In response, Trump said, "I guess I can say I'm considering." US has increased its military presence across the Middle East, repositioning warships, aircraft and additional forces as negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme remain stalled.
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Which tariffs imposed by Donald Trump have been struck down by US Supreme Court?
The US Supreme Court announced its decision to strike down the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, which affected India and several other countries. The decision doesn't affect the tariffs he imposed on steel and aluminium. It blocks tariffs that Trump called "reciprocal" and those imposed on goods from certain countries over their failure to control the flow of fentanyl.
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09:44 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The US Supreme Court announced its decision to strike down the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, which affected India and several other countries. The decision doesn't affect the tariffs he imposed on steel and aluminium. It blocks tariffs that Trump called "reciprocal" and those imposed on goods from certain countries over their failure to control the flow of fentanyl.
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Bihar Dy CM takes jibe at Pappu Yadav, says 'Elephant falling ill out of police's fear'
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary took an indirect jibe at Purnea MP Pappu Yadav by comparing him to an elephant. "People land at...airport and say that Bihar Police can’t even kill an ant. Within two hours...that person gets arrested and then claims to be unwell," he added. "Now even elephants...out of fear of...police, seem to prefer going to...hospital," he stated.
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09:42 pm Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary took an indirect jibe at Purnea MP Pappu Yadav by comparing him to an elephant. "People land at...airport and say that Bihar Police can’t even kill an ant. Within two hours...that person gets arrested and then claims to be unwell," he added. "Now even elephants...out of fear of...police, seem to prefer going to...hospital," he stated.
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Video shows Sharif giving 'guard salute' to Trump at Board of Peace event
A purported video of Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif showed him giving a 'guard’s salute' to US President Donald Trump at a Board of Peace meeting. Another clip showed Trump asking Sharif to stand and speak on Gaza. At the event, Sharif called Trump the “saviour of South Asia”, saying, "You've truly proved to be a man of peace."
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A purported video of Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif showed him giving a 'guard’s salute' to US President Donald Trump at a Board of Peace meeting. Another clip showed Trump asking Sharif to stand and speak on Gaza. At the event, Sharif called Trump the “saviour of South Asia”, saying, "You've truly proved to be a man of peace."
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