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Army to upgrade air defence with new guns, radars, and missile systems
The army plans to replace two aging gun platforms—L70 and Zu-23mm—with advanced indigenous systems. Trials for the new L70 successor are expected in July, with a request for proposal (RFP) already issued for 220 guns. The L70, originally manufactured by Sweden’s Bofors AB in the 1950s, has been in service in India since the 1960s.
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PM to visit Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Assam from 23rd to 25th February
PM Modi will visit Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam from Feb 23-25 to launch healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure projects, attend investment summits, and release PM-KISAN funds for farmers.
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Kolkata business family and the mystery of poisoning, ‘suicide pact’, high-speed car crash
The accident on EM Bypass has now turned into a complex case of financial distress, a possible suicide pact, and potential foul play.
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ED fines Rs 3.44 crore penalty on BBC India for FEMA breach, penalizes three directors ₹1.15 crore
This action follows earlier financial investigations into BBC India, intensifying scrutiny of foreign media entities operating in the country. The ED’s probe stemmed from a show-cause notice issued on August 4, 2023, to BBC WS India, its directors, and the finance head.
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Bihar: Class 10 student shot dead, two injured over cheating during CBSE matriculation exam in Sasaram
As reported by news agencies, the police officials stated that the two groups got engaged in a verbal fight over cheating in the exam hall, which later escalated and got violent and someone fired a shot.
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Who is Zoya Begum Khan? Delhi's 'lady don' who was arrested with Rs 1 crore heroin
Special Cell ACP Sanjay Dutt and Inspector Sandeep Dabas finally managed to trap her in a drug case. Acting on a tip-off, the police arrested her from Northeast Delhi’s Welcome area while she was supplying drugs.
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Influencer claims ‘Haldi Ceremony’ held in Agra Metro; UP authorities step in
The social media influencer also advised her followers that if they wanted to celebrate their birthdays or special events, they should try out Agra Metro.
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Bengaluru: Son of madrasa in-charge kicks & beats 11-year-old girl over spilled rice, arrested
The incident that happened on February 16 came to light two days later when a staff member informed the girl’s mother about the alleged assault.
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Chennai man kills wife over delay in serving food
Vinayagam is diabetic and thought his wife was not providing him with adequate care. This, police said, often led to disagreements between the accused and his slain wife Dhanalakshmi.
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Telangana: Class 10 student dies of heart attack in Kamareddy, third such case in recent months
The 16-year-old girl hailed from Singarayapalli village in Ramareddy Mandal and was staying in Kamareddy to pursue her studies at a private school.
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Man promises 40% of his salary to son if he gets admission in IIT, NIT but with a twist!
His father, while offering his 40 percent of the salary, demanded that if his son ends up in a tier-two or tier-three college, then he will have to hand over 100 per cent of his salary to his father until his own retirement.
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26 years, 200 court hearings: Muzaffarnagar man acquitted in 'stolen property' case
Saleem Rajput, ordeal finally ended on February 4, 2025, said that for him, each court date meant losing a day's wage and spending Rs 150-200 on travel.
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Jharkhand man locks ailing mother at home, goes to Maha Kumbh with wife & kids
It was only when the neighbours heard the elderly woman crying for help, they called her daughter Chandni Devi.
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Young teacher ends life in Kerala after not receiving salary for 6 years
Family said she was even made to give an undertaking by the management that she did not require the salary and benefits for her service at Kattipara school.
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Bird Flu scare: Chicken taken off Bengal zoo menu after three tigers, one leopard die in Maharashtra
Eleven state-run zoos, including mini zoos in West Bengal, have switched to feeding goat, lamb, and pig meat to animals that usually consume chicken.
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Goa to ban rottweilers, pitbulls after series of dog attacks involving 'aggressive' breeds
As part of the new directive, existing owners of these breeds will be required to register their pets with the state and submit an affidavit stating they take full responsibility for any harm caused by their dogs.
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Odisha woman gang-raped at knifepoint in front of husband in Tamil Nadu, three held
According to the police, the accused met the survivor, her husband, and their child at the railway station on the night of February 17 and promised them jobs.
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Stranded for 3 years: Pakistani man awaits deportation at Mumbai Police Station
Dressed in a pahadi topi and pathani kurta, Khan is a familiar face at the station, often seen serving tea to officers or sitting silently.
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Man who accused KCR of corruption stabbed to death in Telangana's Bhupalpally
According to police, Rajalingamurthy was attacked by two unidentified individuals on Wednesday evening around 7:30 pm while he was riding his motorcycle.
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UP Budget 2025-26 Key Highlights: Rs 8.08 lakh crore outlay with focus on AI, education, and urban development
The budget, which is 9.8 percent higher than the previous year, focuses on research & development, Information Technology, education, and urban development, while also introducing key social welfare initiatives.
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Videos, photos of women bathing at Maha Kumbh sold online, police crackdown
The videos, which are being sold through various channels, range in price from Rs 1,999 to Rs 3,000 for access to the content.
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Teen powerlifter dies after 270-kg rod falls on her neck during training in Bikaner
The accident occurred when the 17-year-old's trainer was guiding her through the weight-lifting session. Her trainer also suffered minor injuries.
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Maha Kumbh: Online cheats dupe Mumbai pilgrims with images of ‘VIP’ tents, helicopter rides
In one case, a 55-year-old businesswoman from Mumbai’s Lower Parel lost over Rs 4 lakh while attempting to book VIP tents and flight tickets for her pilgrimage.
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Delhi-NCR wakes up to rainfall, cool breeze; IMD predicts clearer skies from Feb 21
The overnight showers brought relief from the recent warm spell, which saw Delhi’s maximum temperature soaring to 28.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
