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BCI Proposes ₹20,000 Monthly Stipend for City Lawyers, ₹15,000 for Rural Juniors; Debate Grows Over Fair Pay

February 13, 2026

The Centre has placed the BCI’s ₹20,000 urban and ₹15,000 rural minimum stipend proposal before Parliament, triggering debate over dignity, enforcement, and the financial realities faced by India’s junior lawyers.

India Mandates 3-Hour Takedown for Deepfakes, AI Content, and Misinformation Across Social Media Platforms

February 13, 2026

From February 20, all major social media platforms in India must swiftly remove flagged harmful content, including AI-generated deepfakes and impersonation posts, or face penalties.

Uttar Pradesh: Routine MRI Turns Fatal: 6-Year-Old Dies in Noida Following Alleged Anaesthesia Overdose, Probe On

February 13, 2026

A routine diagnostic scan turned fatal for six-year-old Garv Kasana in Greater Noida, leading to massive protests and a police investigation after his family alleged he was killed by an excessive dose of anaesthesia.

RBI Draft Guidelines 2026: Stricter Rules Limit Aggressive Loan Recovery Protect Borrowers’ Privacy and Dignity

February 13, 2026

The RBI’s new draft rules seek to prevent abusive loan recovery practices and ensure borrower protection.

Kanpur Lamborghini Crash: Shivam Mishra Arrested, Court Grants Bail Hours Later Over Legal Lapse

February 12, 2026

A Kanpur court denied police custody in the high-profile VIP Road crash, citing procedural concerns while directing the accused to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.

AIIMS Across India Face Acute Staff Crunch: 1 in 3 Faculty Posts Vacant, 17,205 Support Roles Unfilled

February 12, 2026

Government data reveals widespread staffing shortages across India’s AIIMS network, raising concerns over patient care, medical education quality and recruitment delays despite rapid infrastructure expansion.

Cabin Crew Alleges Assault Attempt by Colleague at Gurugram Hotel; FIR Registered

February 12, 2026

Police have registered an FIR under relevant BNS sections after a cabin crew supervisor alleged her colleague attempted to sexually assault her during an overnight halt in Gurugram.

India–US Trade Deal: White House Revises Factsheet Within 24 Hours, Softens Key Clauses

February 12, 2026

The US revised its India–US trade deal factsheet within a day, softening language on farm imports, digital taxes and purchase commitments after diplomatic and domestic pushback.

120 Students Hospitalised After Albendazole Deworming Drive in UP’s Farrukhabad; All Stable, Inquiry Underway

February 12, 2026

More than 120 children in Uttar Pradesh were hospitalised after reporting vomiting and headaches during a government deworming programme, with officials confirming all are stable and investigating the cause.

28-Year-Old Hindu Tea Worker Found Bound and Killed Hours Before Bangladesh Polls

February 12, 2026

The killing of 28-year-old Ratan Shuvo Kar on the eve of Bangladesh’s national elections has intensified concerns over minority safety and pre-election violence.

UP Kanpur Lamborghini Crash: Court Rejects Driver’s Confession, Police Say Shivam Mishra Was Driving

February 12, 2026

A high-profile Kanpur crash case grows complex as conflicting affidavits challenge police claims backed by CCTV and forensic investigation.

Russia Blocks WhatsApp in Sweeping Digital Crackdown, Pushing Millions Towards State-Backed Messaging App

February 12, 2026

Russia has restricted WhatsApp nationwide, citing security concerns, as critics warn of privacy risks and digital isolation.

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Karnataka: 22-Year-Old Woman Dies by Suicide, Family Alleges In-Laws Forced Her Into Prostitution

A 22-year-old mother from Karnataka died by suicide after allegedly enduring harassment and pressure from her in-laws to engage in prostitution, prompting police to arrest three family members.

Bihar: Protests Erupt After 6-Year-Old Allegedly Raped and Murdered in Darbhanga; Neighbor Arrested, Probe On

The brutal rape and murder of a minor in Darbhanga has triggered violent public protests, leading to the arrest of a 22-year-old neighbor and a government pledge for a 60-day fast-track conviction.

Bengaluru Road Rage: Two Drunk Women Assault Cab Driver, Bystanders, Resist Police, Viral Video Sparks Outrage

After a late‑night minor collision in Bengaluru’s Hulimavu, two intoxicated women allegedly assaulted a cab driver, sparked chaos among bystanders and resisted police, in an incident now circulating widely on social media.

Gujarat Class 12 Student Slaps Woman Teacher for Questioning Late Entry in Pre-Board Exam; FIR Filed

A classroom assault caught on CCTV has reignited concerns over student aggression, teacher safety, and accountability in schools.

Gujarat: 23-Year-Old Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor Under Pretext of Teaching Namaz in Ahmedabad; Probe On

Ahmedabad police arrested a 23-year-old man for sexually assaulting a minor on a mosque rooftop after luring him with the promise of religious instruction.

India Loses Over 18,727 Government Schools in Five Years; Private Unaided Schools See Growth, Reveals Parliament Data

Parliamentary data shows a steady decline in government schools across India, even as private unaided institutions expand amid concerns over access, equity, and the future of public education.

UP Kanpur NICU Tragedy: Newborn Burnt to Death After Warmer Machine Malfunction Sparks, Outrage

A newborn girl in Kanpur died after an NICU warmer machine allegedly overheated and caught fire, sparking accusations of negligence and delayed disclosure by hospital staff.

China Toughens Child Protection Laws: Child Sexual Abuse Will Now Be Punished With Death Penalty

China is reinforcing its commitment to children’s safety and development through symbolic leadership outreach, stricter laws, and stronger online protection measures.

Bangladesh Elections 2026: Pre-Poll BNP–Jamaat Clashes Injure 40, Raise Security Fears

Clashes between BNP and Jamaat supporters, allegations of vote-buying, and a transformed political landscape heighten tensions ahead of Bangladesh’s February 12 elections.

TNPSC Cancels Group IIA Exams After Glitch Disrupts Thousands of Aspirants Across Tamil Nadu

A major technical glitch in hall tickets forced TNPSC to cancel statewide exams after hundreds of candidates were sent to incorrect centres, triggering protests and confusion.

255 Ate Breakfast, Over 100 Hospitalised: Food Poisoning Exposes Negligence at Andhra Pradesh Tribal Hostel

More than 100 students of a tribal welfare hostel in Andhra Pradesh were hospitalised with food poisoning after consuming contaminated breakfast, prompting an official probe.

Bomb Threat Emails Warn “Delhi Will Become Khalistan”, Ten Schools Evacuated Across Delhi Amid Security High Alert

Delhi authorities launched emergency evacuations and heightened security after threatening emails targeted 10 schools and warned of an explosion inside Parliament.

Gujarat Factory Used 300 Litres Real Milk to Produce 1,800 Litres Fake Milk Daily for 5 Years

Police in Gujarat have busted a factory that produced chemically adulterated milk and buttermilk for years, endangering public health.

Bengaluru Metro Protest: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya Detained Amid Fare Hike Row

A protest against Bengaluru Metro’s proposed fare hike briefly led to the detention of BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, reigniting debate on public transport affordability, democratic dissent and policing.

Belagavi, Karnataka: Three Men Allegedly Posing as Journalists Plant Hidden Cameras in Woman Officer’s Home, Demand ₹50 Lakh; Probe On

Three men allegedly posed as journalists, secretly filmed a woman government officer at home and attempted to extort ₹50 lakh before being arrested.

One Cop Dead and Thirteen Injured as Surajkund Fair Ride Collapses in Haryana

A ride malfunction at Surajkund Mela killed an inspector during evacuation and injured 13 fairgoers, raising safety concerns.

Three-Storey Building Collapses In Rajasthan’s Kota: 5 Rescued, Several Feared Trapped

A three-storey building housing a restaurant collapsed in Kota following days of construction-induced vibrations, leaving five hospitalised and several feared trapped beneath the debris.

‘Want to Get Laid’: Texts Reveal Indian Restaurateur’s Plan to Spike Woman’s Drink

Michelin-starred restaurateur Vikas Nath was convicted Friday for spiking a woman’s drink at a Mayfair club.

Mumbai’s Historic Civic Shift: Ritu Tawde Set to Become Mayor, Sanjay Ghadi Deputy Mayor

India–U.S. Trade Deal Explained: How Scrapping 25% U.S. Tariff Impacts Indian Exports

The U.S. officially removed additional 25 per cent tariffs on Indian goods starting today, February 7.

India-US Trade Breakthrough: Tariffs Slashed to 18%, $500 Billion Deal Reshapes Ties

India and the United States have announced an interim trade framework that lowers tariffs, expands market access, and aims to boost bilateral trade to $500 billion over five years.

Explained: How India Gains Edge Over China, Pakistan, Bangladesh in New US Trade Deal

India-US trade deal explained: here's how the great deal between the two economies is a greater push in favor of India.

Meghalaya Coal Mine Explosion Kills 25, Triggers Probe and Fresh Debate on Safety

A deadly explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills has killed 25 workers, prompting arrests, rescue operations, and renewed scrutiny of unsafe mining practices.

Nearly 50% of Audited Aircraft Flagged for Recurring Issues; Air India, IndiGo Lead; Reports

Government data tabled in Parliament shows 377 aircraft across six airlines reported recurring technical issues since 2025.