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GBS outbreak: Second death reported in Andhra Pradesh

INDIA

GBS outbreak: Second death reported in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh GBS Death: Her passing follows the recent death of a 10-year-old boy from Srikakulam, who was declared brain-dead earlier this week after exhibiting similar symptoms.

Delhi Earthquake: Why a 4.0 magnitude felt so intense

INDIA

Delhi Earthquake: Why a 4.0 magnitude felt so intense

The main reason the tremors were so noticeable in Delhi-NCR was the earthquake's epicentre being located very close to the city. Seismic waves tend to be most powerful at the point of origin, and as they travel outward, their energy decreases, causing weaker shaking further away from the epicentre.

Haryana man struggled for 220 days, paid Rs 35 lakh, got deported 20 days after reaching US

INDIA

Haryana man struggled for 220 days, paid Rs 35 lakh, got deported 20 days after reaching US

Ravi's family said that after paying Rs 29 lakh, he was allegedly taken hostage and starved in Panama. They were forced to arrange an additional Rs 6 lakh—raising funds by selling farmland and taking a loan.

Missed date, blocked roads: Maharashtra student paraglides to exam centre

INDIA

Missed date, blocked roads: Maharashtra student paraglides to exam centre

Samarth Mahangade, a first-year BCom student, he received a frantic call from his friends informing him that the postponed first-semester exam had already begun.

PM Modi News Updates: Went to the airport to welcome my brother, tweets PM Modi after receiving Amir of Qatar at the airport

INDIA

PM Modi News Updates: Went to the airport to welcome my brother, tweets PM Modi after receiving Amir of Qatar at the airport

The Amir is on a State Visit to India from February 17-18

2 Ashoka University students found dead in separate incidents, probe underway

INDIA

2 Ashoka University students found dead in separate incidents, probe underway

Two Ashoka University students were found dead in separate incidents. Police are investigating, awaiting autopsy reports. A suicide note was recovered, but authorities are uncertain about the exact cause of death.

Right to choose or change name a fundamental right, rules Allahabad High Court

INDIA

Right to choose or change name a fundamental right, rules Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court ruled on February 15, 2025, that changing one’s name is a fundamental right, protected under Articles 19(1)(a), 21, and 14 of the Indian Constitution.

Watch: Horrific videos capture New Delhi railway station stampede that killed 18

INDIA

Watch: Horrific videos capture New Delhi railway station stampede that killed 18

The Railways, on Sunday, announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the families of the deceased, Rs 2.5 lakh for those seriously injured, and Rs 1 lakh for individuals with minor injuries.

Kerala nursing college ragging case: Principal, professor suspended amid probe

INDIA

Kerala nursing college ragging case: Principal, professor suspended amid probe

According to police, a junior student was subjected to extreme physical abuse by five third-year students inside the college hostel. The victim was allegedly stripped, tied to a cot, and attacked with a compass.

DDA identifies 811 water bodies in Delhi, 247 can't be restored

INDIA

DDA identifies 811 water bodies in Delhi, 247 can't be restored

The NGT has issued notices to the DDA and other departments, urging them to submit timelines for the restoration and rejuvenation of these water bodies across Delhi.

Tamil Nadu: Two men, accused of abetting to suicide of a girl, acquitted after 10 years

INDIA

Tamil Nadu: Two men, accused of abetting to suicide of a girl, acquitted after 10 years

M Anandhan and K Iyyaraja were accused of pressurizing E Sumithra over the phone before she took her own life in 2014.

Son conspires with family servant to kill 67-year-old father in Delhi over property dispute

INDIA

Son conspires with family servant to kill 67-year-old father in Delhi over property dispute

Police believe that Love, victim's son, was upset with his father over favouritism toward his daughters and pressure to transfer property.

5 arrested for displaying 'sophisticated weapons' during football match in Manipur

INDIA

5 arrested for displaying 'sophisticated weapons' during football match in Manipur

The footage raised concerns due to the blatant display of firearms at what was supposed to be a peaceful sporting event.

Who left meat at Hyderabad temple? CCTV footage reveals the truth: Cat, not conspiracy

INDIA

Who left meat at Hyderabad temple? CCTV footage reveals the truth: Cat, not conspiracy

The incident sparked protests in the communally sensitive Tappachabutra area, with locals and BJYM leaders alleging an attempt to desecrate the temple.

TVK chief and actor Vijay gets 'Y+' security cover ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu elections

INDIA

TVK chief and actor Vijay gets 'Y+' security cover ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu elections

There will be two commandos and six policemen to ensure his safety in the run-up to the assembly elections in the state.

Elephant rampage in Kozhikode: 3 dead, 36 injured during temple festival

INDIA

Elephant rampage in Kozhikode: 3 dead, 36 injured during temple festival

The disturbance began when one of the elephants panicked due to the loud fireworks that were part of the temple festival.

Madhya Pradesh high court verdict: 'Without physical relationship, wife’s love for another man not adultery'

INDIA

Madhya Pradesh high court verdict: 'Without physical relationship, wife’s love for another man not adultery'

Adultery necessarily has to involve sexual intercourse. Even if a wife has love and affection for someone else without physical relations, it cannot be considered adultery, says court.

Mumbai: Elderly couple loses Rs 6.75 lakh while trying to recover mistaken transaction worth Rs 3,325

INDIA

Mumbai: Elderly couple loses Rs 6.75 lakh while trying to recover mistaken transaction worth Rs 3,325

According to police officials, the couple, both retirees with banking backgrounds, were trying to pay Rs 3,325 to their cable operator on January 23 using the BHIM app.

Delhi to auction impounded vehicles if not released in 30 days, new draft amendment proposed

INDIA

Delhi to auction impounded vehicles if not released in 30 days, new draft amendment proposed

Under the draft amendments, vehicles impounded by the traffic police must be released within 30 days, down from the current 90-day period. If the owner fails to retrieve their vehicle within this timeframe, it could be put up for auction.

Prayagraj man ‘dead’ in Maha Kumbh stampede returns on his own ‘tehrvi’

INDIA

Prayagraj man ‘dead’ in Maha Kumbh stampede returns on his own ‘tehrvi’

Khunti Guru, a resident of Chahchand Gali in Prayagraj’s Zero Road area, was presumed to be dead after the January 29 stampede at the Kumbh Mela.

Maha Kumbh trains vandalised: RPF takes action, files 4 FIRs

INDIA

Maha Kumbh trains vandalised: RPF takes action, files 4 FIRs

On February 10, at Madhubani station, frustrated passengers who couldn’t board the Jaynagar-New Delhi Swatantrata Senani Express smashed several windows after finding the doors locked from the inside.

'Seek alternate solutions': How Arab states responded to Trump's Gaza proposal

WORLD

'Seek alternate solutions': How Arab states responded to Trump's Gaza proposal

Arab nations are mobilizing to develop their own plans for Gaza's future, countering US President Donald Trump's proposal to relocate its residents and redevelop the area, according to The Wall Street Journal.

'Wearing small clothes not a crime': Delhi court acquits seven women accused of 'obscene' dancing at bar

INDIA

'Wearing small clothes not a crime': Delhi court acquits seven women accused of 'obscene' dancing at bar

The court criticised the police for failing to involve any public witnesses in the case despite the bar being located in a busy area with shops and residences.

Why Delhi was unusually warm this winter? Here're the reasons for rising temperature

INDIA

Why Delhi was unusually warm this winter? Here're the reasons for rising temperature

February, which is typically one of the coldest months in Delhi, has also been uncharacteristically warm.

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