
Youth Shot Dead in Northwest Delhi, Police Investigate Criminal Links
A youth was shot dead in Northwest Delhi, with police stating the victim was involved in four criminal cases.
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A youth was shot dead in Northwest Delhi, with police stating the victim was involved in four criminal cases.

Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan is slated for development into a multi-modal transport hub, with plans for three new RRTS corridors.

Former Delhi cricketer Ajay Sharma has found redemption by coaching Jammu & Kashmir to their first-ever Ranji Trophy final, marking a significant rebirth in his career.

Prime Minister Modi is set to inaugurate the 82-km Namo Bharat rapid rail corridor, a project costing ₹30,274 crore that spans Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.

IT Minister Vaishnaw hailed the event's success and public engagement, with commitments surpassing $400 billion for infrastructure and tech investments.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train from Shatabdi Nagar station in Meerut, boosting high-speed connectivity between Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh.

Delhi has been placed on high alert due to intelligence reports of a Lashkar-e-Taiba terror plot aiming to avenge a recent mosque blast in Islamabad, Pakistan, with a temple near the Red Fort reportedly on their hitlist.

Police alleged that Youth Congress protesters raised 'anti-national' slogans at an AI summit venue in Delhi, while defense counsel dismissed the FIR as a political move, linking it to broader agitations.

The Namo Bharat train, set to be inaugurated by PM Modi, will significantly reduce travel time between Meerut and Delhi, connecting major urban centers along its 82 km route.

The woman is originally from Tripura and is pursuing B.Sc. in biotechnology while the accused is from Delhi's Narela.

A delivery agent, Hem Shankar, who worked overnight shifts and was the sole earner for his family, funding his youngest brother's education, was killed in a Delhi accident.

Eight individuals, including Bangladeshi nationals, have been arrested in Delhi in connection with a terror conspiracy.

The Delhi government has introduced an online admission portal for school applicants under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS), Children With Special Needs (CWSN), and Disadvantaged Group (DG) categories.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the recently concluded Global AI Impact Summit in Delhi and used his 'Mann Ki Baat' address to warn citizens against the dangers of digital fraud.
A Karnataka Congress MP, Iqbal, called for a swift change in the Chief Minister position, hinting at a crucial meeting involving DKS (D. K. Shivakumar) in Delhi, stating, 'We need a change.'

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh have filed an FIR alleging racial abuse and sexist remarks from their neighbors in Delhi, stemming from a dispute over minor repair work.
Indian police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed terror plot in India, involving posters in Delhi and multi-state raids to apprehend suspects.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta stated that the people of Bengal are determined to oust the TMC, criticizing efforts to stall the SIR exercise aimed at identifying infiltrators.

Delhi University has welcomed a new bhajan initiative, allowing for clubbing activities at colleges with government approval.

Sources reportedly indicated that the outfit is allegedly seeking to avenge a February 6 blast at a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan.

The woman is originally from Tripura and is pursuing B.Sc. in biotechnology while the accused is from Delhi's Narela.

A Delhi teenager, identified as Ishant, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen while returning from a marriage function, with police launching an investigation.

Retired international cricket star Shikhar Dhawan married his girlfriend Sophie Shine in an intimate Delhi-NCR ceremony on February 21, 2026, following their public relationship announcement in May 2025.
Delhi has been placed on high alert with increased vigilance on vehicles entering the city, following intelligence warnings of potential terror plots by LeT targeting religious and heritage sites.
The BJP has launched nationwide protests in response to the Congress party's 'topless' protest at the India AI Impact Summit, which involved displaying slogans against PM Modi.
Reports indicate that the Lashkar-e-Taiba militant group is allegedly plotting an IED attack in Delhi's Chandni Chowk area, specifically targeting a temple.
Texas Senator John Cornyn faced criticism for a social media post that read 'Why Dallas looks like New Delhi' and 'Welcome to Indian century'.
Youth Congress workers staged a shirtless protest against a trade deal at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, leading to their detention.
Delhi Police are facing significant challenges in investigating and curbing bomb hoaxes targeting schools, as perpetrators increasingly use VPNs and privacy-focused services to mask their identities.
A six-year-old girl died and her grandmother was injured in a hit-and-run incident in Janakpuri, Delhi, when their e-rickshaw was struck by a speeding vehicle.

Meta is facing accusations of designing addictive features that harm young users, prompting a discussion on the potential negative impacts of social media.
Google has released its latest update to its flagship AI model, Gemini 3.1 Pro.
The mother of a young man killed in a fatal SUV crash in Delhi refused to accept an apology from the father of the 17-year-old accused, insisting on judicial proceedings.
A growing international movement, spanning from Paris to New Delhi, is advocating for bans on social media access for teenagers.
A US professor has defended Indian-American visibility in Texas, shutting down a content creator's 'New Delhi' rant in a viral tweet that sparked a national debate on immigration and cultural shifts.

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The Delhi High Court has ruled that a civil suit seeking damages for alienation of affection against a spouse's lover is maintainable, stemming from a wife's claim for her husband's affection and companionship.
The father of an underage driver involved in a fatal car accident in Dwarka has expressed regret, while the victim's mother demands the driver be tried as an adult.
Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra's father, Sunil Malhotra, has passed away. The last rites were conducted in Delhi, attended by close family members.
Delhi University has imposed a one-month ban on all gatherings, processions, and protests on its campuses, citing law and order concerns following backlash over UGC equity norms.
A 23-year-old man, Sahil Dhaneshra, was killed in Delhi when a speeding SUV, allegedly driven by a minor without a license, collided with his bike; footage from inside the SUV captured the moments before the crash.
A mother in Delhi is seeking justice after her 23-year-old son was killed in a road crash allegedly caused by an underage SUV driver performing stunts for social media reels.
Actor Rajpal Yadav has been granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court to attend his niece's wedding, with his brother expressing optimism for their future.

A global artificial intelligence summit is underway in New Delhi, India, with French President Emmanuel Macron anticipated to attend, focusing on key issues like AI's impact on employment and child safety.
An upcoming AI summit in Delhi is anticipated to conclude with the adoption of a 'Delhi declaration,' likely outlining principles or policies related to artificial intelligence.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has accused the West Bengal government of stalling the SIR and failing on women's safety, while Trinamool cites NCRB crime data and development indicators.

Stefanos Sakellaridis achieved the biggest distinction of his career by winning the New Delhi Challenger title after a thrilling final against British player Oliver Crawford.
Cricket star Shikhar Dhawan married his girlfriend Sophie Shine in an intimate ceremony in Delhi-NCR on February 21, 2026, after retiring from international play.

Prime Minister Modi has inaugurated the NaMo Bharat train service and the Meerut Metro, aiming to significantly enhance regional connectivity and transportation infrastructure.

An AI Summit in India concluded with 86 countries signing the New Delhi Declaration, emphasizing the importance of robust digital infrastructure and affordable connectivity.
Donald Trump asserted that he resolved the India-Pakistan conflict using tariff threats and claimed that, following his request, New Delhi significantly reduced its purchases of Russian oil.

It was a conspiracy to defame country internationally, Delhi Police said while seeking remand of Youth Congress workers who held a shirtless stir at AI Summit.

A woman and her daughter were murdered in southeast Delhi, their bodies found stuffed in a bed box, with a neighbor currently absconding.

A man was killed in Delhi following a dispute over parking, highlighting escalating tensions in urban areas.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to flag off the Meerut metro and dedicate the remaining sections of the 82-km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor on February 22.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has declared 32 universities as fake, with Delhi having the highest number at 12.
Three women from Arunachal Pradesh have alleged racial slurs and humiliation by their neighbours in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, following a dispute over repair work, with a viral video capturing the incident and leading to an FIR.

An exhibition at Delhi’s Bikaner House delves into the significance and reasons behind documenting art.

An LPG cylinder exploded while fire and police personnel were attempting to extinguish a house fire in northwest Delhi's Majlis Park, injuring 13 people, including officers.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Adityanath announced that rapid rail services would cut travel time between Meerut and Delhi to 40-45 minutes, attributing the fast-tracking of infrastructure projects to the Prime Minister's regular reviews.

Prime Minister Modi announced that the statue of Edwin Lutyens, the British architect of New Delhi, will be replaced with one of C. Rajagopalachari, India's first Indian governor-general, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party over its “shirtless” protest during the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit in Delhi.

Prime Minister Modi announced that the statue of Edwin Lutyens, the British architect of New Delhi, will be replaced with one of C. Rajagopalachari, India's first Indian governor-general, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh have lodged an FIR in Delhi, alleging racial abuse and sexist remarks from their neighbours following a dispute over minor repair work.

While authorities have not linked the IED recovery to the terror plot warning, the timing of the incidents has raised concern.

Eight individuals, including Bangladeshi nationals, have been arrested for allegedly plotting a terror attack in India and putting up 'Free Kashmir' posters, with early findings suggesting links to Pakistan's ISI.

Prime Minister Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train, India's first regional rapid transit system connecting Delhi to Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.
A Karnataka Congress MP, Iqbal, has publicly advocated for a quick change in the Chief Minister position, hinting at a crucial meeting involving DKS in Delhi.
Eight individuals with alleged links to Pakistan's ISI and Bangladesh-based extremist groups were apprehended in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, India, amid intelligence reports of a potential terror plot targeting Delhi's Red Fort and temples.

Dozens of countries, including the United States and China, endorsed a declaration calling for secure and trustworthy artificial intelligence at a global summit.
BJP workers protested Rahul Gandhi in Mumbai with black flags following a shirtless demonstration by the Indian Youth Congress at the AI Summit in New Delhi.
A Zomato delivery driver was killed in West Delhi after being struck by a speeding car; the driver has been apprehended.
Delhi Police arrested Khusnuma Ansari, known as 'Madam Zeher,' a beauty parlor owner accused of managing a drug network for the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
The Delhi High Court has ordered Jaideep Sengar, brother of Unnao rape case convict Kuldeep Sengar, to surrender to jail authorities in connection with the case.
India has joined the US-led Pax Silica strategic alliance, a coalition aimed at defining the 21st-century economic and technological order, with New Delhi's entry deemed 'strategic and essential'.
A growing movement from Paris to New Delhi is advocating for bans on social media access for teenagers, citing concerns over their well-being.
A global movement is emerging, with countries from Paris to New Delhi considering or implementing bans on social media for teenagers.
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Uber is reportedly moving to implement stricter background checks for its drivers, following a report detailing the hiring of violent criminals. The company is also considering stricter rules for other serious offenses, including harassment and weapons charges.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with top AI leaders in New Delhi, emphasizing Greece's investment opportunities in AI infrastructure and discussing gov.gr and accessibility.

Rumors suggest Nintendo is planning a Direct for February 2026, leading to speculation and predictions about potential game announcements.

Brazil's President Lula da Silva arrived in New Delhi for the India AI summit, joining other world leaders, while Google and Nvidia presented their plans.
Delhi Police have filed an FIR against quick-commerce platform Blinkit after illegal knives purchased through the service were allegedly used in two murders.
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Delhi after a viral video showed him opening doors of moving vehicles while riding his bike.

French President Macron's visit to India, focusing on defense deals, seeks to draw Delhi closer to Europe.
Gold and silver prices in Delhi experienced a significant drop, with silver falling to Rs 2.45 lakh/kg and gold to Rs 1.57 lakh/10 grams, attributed to subdued demand and global market signals.
The Delhi High Court has given the Centre more time to act on the detention of Celina Jaitly's brother, Maj (Rtd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been held in the UAE since September 2024.
The Delhi High Court has set aside a rape FIR, ruling that the relationship between the petitioner and the complainant was consensual and the charges arose after its breakdown.
French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron arrived in Mumbai for a three-day visit, meeting with Prime Minister Modi to strengthen the India-France strategic partnership, with discussions expected on the Rafale deal, AI, and trade.

China's rapid advancements in AI pose a significant challenge to the U.S. monopoly, indicating a potential shift in global tech dominance. Major tech CEOs, including Sam Altman and Sundar Pichai, are heading to India for a key AI summit, highlighting the country's growing importance in the AI landscape.
Indian actor Rajpal Yadav has received interim bail from the Delhi High Court in a cheque bounce case after depositing a significant sum.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the absence of the saptapadi ritual alone cannot invalidate a Hindu marriage, emphasizing the legal principle of long cohabitation.
A 35-year-old woman and her six-year-old daughter were found murdered, their bodies hidden in a bed box in Sarita Vihar, Delhi. Police are investigating a neighbor as the prime suspect.

Greek tennis player Stefanos Sakellaridis won his first Challenger title in New Delhi, defeating Oliver Crawford 2-1 in a match that lasted over three hours.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh claim they faced racial slurs and intimidation from neighbors in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar following a dispute over repair work at their rented apartment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat services in Uttar Pradesh, dedicating development works worth ₹12,930 crore, including the 82 km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor.

Prime Minister Modi has dedicated the entire 82 km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, designed for high-speed, high-frequency connectivity, and India's fastest Metro. This infrastructure project aims to significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to 55 minutes.

Sources said specific inputs suggested that a temple in the Chandni Chowk area could be among the potential targets.

Bangladesh is reportedly looking to reorient its foreign policy, which has historically favored New Delhi, under new leadership.

More than 80 countries, including major global powers like the US, UK, China, and Russia, have signed the New Delhi AI declaration, supporting India's call for 'AI for All'.

The Chief Minister of Delhi has launched the Jan Sunwai portal and a mobile application, providing a new platform for citizens to file complaints and grievances directly.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on a four-day visit to New Delhi, stated that Donald Trump must treat all countries equally.

Delhi Police have arrested eight individuals, including six Bangladeshi nationals, after 'Free Kashmir' posters were found displayed at metro stations.

Following the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Greece's approach to digital sovereignty is highlighted as balanced, with the country demonstrating measurable results and clear objectives in the evolving field of artificial intelligence.

Prime Minister Modi has flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train, India's first regional rapid transit system, designed to connect Delhi with Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.
Satish Jarkiholi stated his belief that Siddaramaiah will continue as Chief Minister of Karnataka, clarifying that his recent trip to New Delhi was not to rally support for any leader.

An UPSC Key article covers various topics including India-Brazil relations, the Delhi declaration on AI impact, and former President Trump's stance on raising tariffs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party over its “shirtless” protest during the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit in Delhi.
A travel writer visited Delhi's Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb in search of jinns, but instead found a serene, historically rich monument marred by modern vandalism, leading to a disappointing haunting experience.

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A woman and her daughter were found murdered in their home in Aali Vihar, southeast Delhi, with their bodies stuffed in a bed box. A neighbor is currently absconding.

A delivery agent killed in a Delhi accident was the sole earner for his family and was funding his younger brother's education, according to relatives.

Delhi Police's Special Cell foiled a major terror plot linked to Pakistan's Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), arresting eight suspects, mostly Bangladeshi nationals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the Congress party for staging a 'shirtless' protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, accusing them of engaging in 'dirty and shameless' politics at a global event.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat RRTS, marking the full operationalisation of the 82-km Delhi-Meerut corridor to enhance inter-city and intra-city travel.

India and Brazil have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths, following discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Lula.

At an Indian summit, world leaders discussed the future of artificial intelligence, focusing on themes of responsible scaling, infrastructure investment, governance, and inclusive innovation.

A new exhibition in Delhi features 200 rare photographs that were used to classify identities during British colonial rule in India.

The summit's emphasis on responsible use of artificial intelligence comes as India is still working out how that responsibility will be enforced at home.
India has formally joined the US-led Pax Silica declaration at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, an initiative focused on securing global AI supply chains. The summit also featured an eight-year-old technologist, Ranvir Sachdeva, as its youngest keynote speaker.
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy praised former PM Rishi Sunak as a 'great son of India' during an event in New Delhi, where both highlighted their Indian heritage.
The Election Commission is gearing up for the third phase of its voter list revision, scheduled for April, across 22 states and Union Territories, including Delhi.
From Paris to New Delhi, there is a growing international movement advocating for the ban of teenagers from social media platforms.
Countries from Paris to New Delhi are increasingly considering and implementing bans or restrictions on social media access for teenagers, reflecting a growing global concern over its impact on youth.
The sacred month of Ramadan in India for 2026 is set to begin on February 19 and conclude on March 19, with specific Sehri and Iftar timings provided for Delhi.

President Emmanuel Macron stated at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi that France and the EU are committed to leading global regulation efforts for artificial intelligence with their allies.
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has raised concerns about the growing electricity demands of artificial intelligence, suggesting the need for space-based data centers, to which Elon Musk humorously responded by referencing his own company.
Beijing and New Delhi have extended their congratulations to Bangladesh's newly appointed foreign minister.
AI is enhancing efficiency in various sectors in India, from agriculture to education, while Nvidia partners with major Indian VC firms to find the country's next AI start-ups.
North Indian Canyon Road in Palm Springs has been closed at the wash due to flooding, impacting local traffic.

French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech at an AI summit held in New Delhi, India.
The Congress party has accused the Centre of mismanagement and being 'PR hungry' regarding the AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi.
Gold prices are expected to trade with a bearish bias, while the silver market is experiencing tightness, according to a senior fund manager.

India has launched the 4th edition of the AI Summit, marking the first time such an event is held in the global south. The five-day summit is expected to attract world leaders and foster discussions on artificial intelligence.

Italy is participating with an 'Italian Pavilion' at the India AI Impact Summit and Expo 2026, a major global event held in New Delhi.
A Delhi court has formally framed charges against former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad and ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi in connection with the Land-for-Job CBI case.