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The Allahabad High Court dismissed criminal proceedings against two students accused of offering namaz at a restricted location. Justice Saurabh Srivastava set aside the FIR filed under IPC sections 143 and 188, noting that implicating the applicants, who had no prior criminal record, was unjustified and lacked legal basis.
Delhi Police conducted raids across Delhi NCR following a Youth Congress protest at Bharat Mandapam. Four workers were arrested, with investigations continuing to identify fleeing protesters using video footage. Authorities are probing their plans and possible larger conspiracy. The protest against the PM’s AI Summit stance drew criticism from officials.
As the Gandhi Sarovar Project nears its foundation ceremony, allegations of forced land acquisition and displacement have emerged. BRS claims locals received notices, while the Telangana government insists planning only has begun, with no finalized budget or notifications. Civil groups demand transparency and adherence to environmental and social impact norms.
In Regode, Medak district, 22 girls and three teachers at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya fell ill after consuming contaminated food. Treated at the local PHC and some admitted to Narayankhed Hospital, authorities are investigating the cause. Telangana has reported nearly 150 food poisoning cases among students this year.
A 15-year-old Dalit boy, Chetan Prakash Regar, was allegedly insulted and beaten by upper-caste men at Laxmi Narayan Temple, Ghosunda, Chittorgarh. The accused hurled casteist slurs and threatened him. Police filed a case under BNS and SC/ST (Atrocities) Act. Dalit groups demand strict action as the family lives in fear.
Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani hosted former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at their Mumbai residence Antilia. The evening blended cultural exchange and discussions on climate action. Clinton, fresh from Mumbai Climate Week, praised India’s leadership in sustainability, highlighting collaboration, innovation, and strong Indo-US ties.
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking to ban the construction or naming of religious structures using the name Babar. The petition followed TMC MLA comments in West Bengal about building a replica of the Babri Masjid. Observing reluctance from the bench, petitioners withdrew their plea, and the court declined to entertain the matter further.
Under GO No. 15, malls are supposed to offer the first 30 minutes of parking free. However, some malls in Madhapur and Gachibowli use “digital entry” systems that start the timer before vehicles enter, wasting customers’ waiting time. Once 30 minutes pass, charges of ₹50–₹100 are imposed, ignoring rules for one-hour free parking.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy proposed an AI war room in Hyderabad and an AI startup village to advance India’s AI leadership. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit, he urged a national AI fund, AI university, reskilling programs, and a dedicated AI ministry to oversee innovation, policy, and global engagement.
The Secunderabad Passport Office will be closed on February 26, canceling walk-in interviews. Hyderabad RPO, awarded nationally in 2025, is praised for citizen-friendly initiatives like Thursday grievance redressal, cleanliness drives, art exhibitions, and cyber awareness programs, highlighting its focus on innovation, efficiency, and public service.
Youth Congress workers were detained after staging a topless protest at the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, opposing a trade deal with the US. Delhi Police is probing how they entered the venue. The Bharatiya Janata Party condemned the act, calling it a national shame and blaming Congress leadership.
The Andhra Pradesh Labour Department has begun steps to implement the four new labour codes introduced by the Union Government. It has invited objections and suggestions from stakeholders. The reforms aim to simplify laws, protect workers’ rights, and promote industry growth. Feedback must be submitted by March 15.
The West Bengal government ordered an additional egg or seasonal fruit for 81 lakh students in Classes 1-8 under the mid-day meal scheme for 12 days, costing Rs 8 per student. Teachers welcomed the move, while the BJP criticized the timing, calling it election-driven. Education Minister Bratya Basu defended it as routine practice.
A Vande Bharat Express carrying RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was pelted with stones in Uttar Pradesh’s Hardoi district, damaging a coach window. Bhagwat remained unharmed and later reached Meerut under security. The Railway Protection Force launched a probe. Separately, another Vande Bharat hit cattle on the Mumbai-Goa route, disrupting services.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for targeting Gaurav Gogoi over alleged Pakistan links, calling the involvement of his family and children “wrong politics.” After paying tribute to Zubeen Garg in Guwahati, she said the late singer stood above politics and spread love throughout his life.