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Daily Inshorts - 01 March 2026

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UK will allow US to use bases to strike Iranian missile sites, PM says

The prime minister says it remains the case that the UK will "not join offensive action now".

Months of planning behind US-Israeli mission to target Iran's supreme leader

A piece of crucial intelligence arrived just hours before the attack on a compound in central Tehran.

Iran's regime is still intact - the coming days will show if it can hold out

Iran's surviving leaders are in crisis mode, battling to project security as US and Israel strikes continue.

Three ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz as fears grow of oil price rises

International shipping is said to have come to a standstill at the strait's entrance, with fears of disruption already pushing up global oil prices.

At least 153 dead after reported strike on school, Iran says

Iran has blamed the US and Israel for the strike; the US is looking into reports of the incident, while the IDF says it is "not aware" of operations in the area.

DMK’s offer of 25 seats not acceptable, says Congress leader

Killing of Khamenei and attack on Iran signal the revival of regime-change doctrine and coercive unilateralism: Kharge

The Congress president stresses targeted killing of a sitting head of state strikes at the heart of international rules; sovereignty is not conditional, and political legitimacy cannot be manufactured through force, he asserts.

Construction company penalised for violating safety norms

Naagam app to list 100 snake rescuers; more to be trained in handling reptiles

Middle East airspace closures trigger flight disruptions at Hyderabad airport; 48 cancellations on March 1

Daily Inshorts - 28 February 2026

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What we know so far: Supreme Leader Khamenei killed, Trump says, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes

Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and the UAE.

Luxury Dubai hotel hit as Iran launches retaliatory strikes across region

Smoke and flames rose from Dubai's Fairmont The Palm hotel as civilian targets came under fire along with the US military bases across the middle east.

Watch: How US-Israel strikes on Iran unfolded

Iran launched retaliatory attacks in the Middle East after US-Israel strikes across the country.

US and Israeli strikes on Iran in maps

Israel and the US have launched strikes across Iran, with Iran retaliating with strikes across the region.

Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences

Iran's strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.

‘Constitutional thinking has to start from home’, says S. Muralidhar at Justice Unplugged 2026

Indians do not allow constitutional provisions to influence personal behaviour, says former Orissa HC Chief Justice at The Hindu Justice Unplugged 2026; change comes from social milieu, he adds

Why is the NEP undergrad course in chaos? | Explained

What are the challenges? Why are both students and teachers struggling with the fourth year schedule? Is there extra funding from UGC for the fourth year programme? What about infrastructure? Why are there frequent changes in guidelines? What lies ahead?

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand? | Explained

After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on countries across the world, how did the American President react? Will reciprocal tariffs be removed? Why does a 50% tariff on aluminium and steel imports continue?

Assam villagers resist excavation for flood mitigation project

Police serve notice to Raijor Dal leader Debanga Sourav Gogoi, an IIM alumnus, for allegedly instigating farmers around a network of wetlands in Jorhat district

‘Justice Unplugged 2026’: extending learning beyond the classroom

Here’s a collection of storis from what experts and practitioners in the legal field discussed at ‘Justice Unplugged 2026’

Daily Inshorts - 27 February 2026

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Starmer vows to fight on after historic Green by-election win

The result - in a seat Labour has held for nearly 100 years - heaps further pressure on the PM's position.

Henry Zeffman: Green victory shows insurgent parties are here to stay

The party's historic win in Gorton and Denton by-election is clearest sign yet of changing political landscape.

Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran after latest talks on nuclear programme

President Trump said he was not happy with Iran's stance, but had not yet decided whether to attack.

Anxious days inside Iran as speculation grows of US strikes

To many, Iran now seems to be hovering in a tense limbo where everything could change suddenly.

'We were bullied for years before our son was killed'

The parents of 14-year-old Ibrahima Seck say they were being harassed and bullied for years.

Kejriwal’s release exposed high handedness of investigative agencies: Mehbooba Mufti

The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) welcomed the decision of a Delhi court. “The verdict reaffirms faith in the judiciary and the principle that truth ultimately prevails,” said AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi.

BJP-AGP poll deal likely by March 10: Assam CM Himanta

Himanta Biswa Sarma said the parties would go for a friendly contest in seats where they have disputes

Over 50,000 graduands receive degrees at TN Dr. MGR Medical University Convocation

Odisha police’s final push to bring CPI (Maoist) insurgency to end

Security forces have launched operation to nab Sukru, a State Committee Member, who is leading a small group of Left Wing Extremist in Odisha

Japan will connect Northeast India to the Bay of Bengal: Dy Foreign Minister Horii Iwao

Japan will support connectivity linking Northeast India to the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. Northeast India is located in a pivotal geopolitical position as a gateway to Southeast Asia, says Horii Iwao

Daily Inshorts - 26 February 2026

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How Ghislaine Maxwell brought Bill Clinton into Epstein's orbit

Documents in the Epstein files reveal how Maxwell nurtured the connection between the two men after Clinton left the White House.

Chris Mason: Gorton and Denton by-election could be a three-way tussle

Plenty think it could be a three-way tussle between Labour, Reform and the Greens, the BBC's political editor writes.

Spain to check Gibraltar arrivals under post-Brexit deal

Arrivals at the Rock's airport would have to show their passport twice under a new UK-EU treaty.

MoD launches review into whether Epstein used RAF bases

Records and emails will be reviewed to determine whether the convicted sex offender used military bases when visiting the UK.

Soham murderer Ian Huntley treated for serious head injuries after prison workshop attack

The 52-year-old is serving a life sentence after being convicted of murdering schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.

Congress alleges irregularities in land acquisition for Adani coal block in M.P.’s Singrauli, seeks joint panel

The demand, raised by Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar, led to intense discussions and arguments between the Treasury and Opposition benches which further led to the Congress MLAs staging a walkout from the House.

PM Modi interacts with Indian-origin Jews in Israel, lauds their 'deep-rooted' India connection

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called the community “vibrant” and said, “Their enduring bond with India, traditions carried across generations and remarkable contributions to Israel serve as a living bridge between our countries.”

Railway Minister announces portal to attract innovative tech solutions

The policy proposes a dedicated innovation portal to enable open submissions of detailed proposals, and provides financial support of up to 50% of the development cost for selected solutions

From the ashes, emerges a green idea at Brahmapuram

The first Compressed Biogas plant in the State, which converts biodegradable waste into biogas, has become operational at the Brahmapuram garbage treatment yard of the Kochi Corporation. M.P. Praveen meets the engineers and managers of the plant set up by the BPCL Kochi Refinery at the plant site to learn about the facility, which is expected to solve the issue of waste management in the city

Stand-off between Delhi and H.P. police forces triggers political row in hill State

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu termed Delhi Police’s action ‘an attempt to undermine the sovereignty of the State’

Daily Inshorts - 25 February 2026

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'Fear is everywhere': BBC reports from Mexican city turned into war zone by drug cartel feud

Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control.

Watch: BBC on streets of Mexican city gripped by deadly cartel violence

BBC international correspondent Quentin Sommerville travelled to Culiacán in northern Sinaloa state following an explosion in violence.

Met apologises to Commons Speaker for sharing Mandelson tip-off

Sir Lindsay Hoyle tells MPs he was acting "in good faith as is my duty and responsibility" as he felt information was "relevant".

'Jekyll and Hyde' killer guilty of shooting ex-colleague on remote country path

Former gamekeeper David Campbell murdered Brian Low in Aberfeldy two years ago then tried to cover his tracks.

UK government denies Chagos Islands deal is paused, after minister said it was

It come after a minister said the UK is discussing "concerns" with the US, after President Trump criticised the deal.

Income Tax department conducts searches at lone BSP MLA house, U.P. Minister questions move

Dinesh Pratap Singh, a U.P. Government Minister who is related to the BSP MLA, objected to the action through posts on social media.

Ahead of Assembly poll, various associations put forth several demands

Motorists complain of bumpy ride on newly built flyover

They say Madhya Kailash flyover does not offer a smooth ride; highway officials point out that the surface was kept rough to prevent speeding

Two-child norm for panchayat, local body elections scrapped in Rajasthan after three decades

Congress strongly criticises the State Cabinet’s decision; the BJP on the one hand advises a particular community to control population growth, and was repealing the two-child norm on the other, Govind Singh Dotasra says

NCERT apologises, says distribution of book with section on ‘corruption’ in judiciary stopped

After the Supreme court registers suo motu case over the matter, the NCERT apologises for the ‘inappropriate textual material’ and ‘error in judgement’ that had ‘inadvertently crept’ into the chapter.

Daily Inshorts - 24 February 2026

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Mandelson's lawyers say he was arrested over 'baseless' claim he was a flight risk

The peer's lawyers say there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK.

Andrew 'rude and arrogant', minister says as MPs back release of trade role files

The former prince travelled the globe as the UK's trade representative between 2001 and 2011.

Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders

Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.

BBC edited a second racial slur out of Bafta ceremony

The BBC's chief content officer Kate Phillips says a slur that aired was the result of a genuine error.

Man 'caused wife's death by controlling her', jury told

Christopher Trybus denies the manslaughter of his wife Tarryn Baird who took her own life in 2017.

Climate change posing serious challenges to Himachal Pradesh, says CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Terming these developments as warning signals and seeking urgent remedial measures, Mr. Sukhu asserted that any disturbance to the Himalayas would have the worst consequences not only for the State but for the entire nation.

Stones pelted, vehicles vandalised as Panipat refinery workers' protest turns violent

When the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel deployed at the refinery asked the protesters to remain in a designated area, some of them took exception to it and allegedly resorted to stone pelting.

Third long march in Maharashtra highlights forest rights act lapses

Meanwhile, the State government has called for a meeting at the Secretariat on Wednesday (February 25, 2026) to discuss the issues raised by the protestors.

Protest at AI summit: Four more Youth Congress members arrested

A total of eight Youth Congress members of the Congress’s youth wing have been arrested for their “shirts off” protest over the India-U.S. trade deal at the high-security event.

Murder suspect tracked down hours after woman was found dead

Daily Inshorts - 23 February 2026

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Lord Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been taken to a London police station for interview following the arrest in Camden.

Watch: Peter Mandelson led away by police from Camden home

The Metropolitan Police said a 72-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after death of drug lord

A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces.

Nottingham killer watched shooting videos online, inquiry hears

Valdo Calocane's phone was analysed after the Nottingham attacks in June 2023.

BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas

Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London.

Fisherfolk of Chennai and suburbs want subsidised engines to be distributed soon

Punjab government announces ‘Meri Rasoi’ scheme; Akali Dal terms it poll gimmick

Talking to media persons, CM said under ‘Meri Rasoi Yojna’, 40 lakh families will receive free quarterly food kits starting April, in addition to wheat provided under the National Food Security Act.

Row over former BJP MP turning away Muslim women from charity event

In a video footage of the event circulated on social media, Mr. Jaunpuria was seen enquiring about the recipients’ names. When a woman identified herself as Shakuran Bano, the former MP reacted sharply, asking her to step aside and leave the blanket behind

One held for objectionable social media post on PM in Uttar Pradesh

Jehanabad police station SHO Pradeep Vishnoi told reporters that based on the complaint filed by Sub-Inspector Gyan Chand, police have registered a case against the accused youth identified as Arbaaz, a resident of Vishen village, under relevant sections.

Six hospitalised after eating contaminated food in Indore's Bhagirathpura

Around 60 people had eaten food at a birthday party in Bhagirathpura late Saturday night. Following this, some people developed health problems on Sunday, Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) Dr Madhav Hasani stated.

Daily Inshorts - 22 February 2026

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Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped

Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.

Hamnet's Jessie Buckley and I Swear's Robert Aramayo win big at the Baftas

Brit Aramayo beat US stars such Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet, while One Battle After Another picked up six awards.

Watch: Highlights from the Baftas

One Battle After Another took home best film and Hamnet also saw success in the outstanding British film category.

Milan-Cortina 2026 closes with ceremony in Verona

IOC president Kirsty Coventry says the athletes "showed us that the Olympic Games are a place for everyone" as she closes this year's Winter Games.

Billions in SEND funding to make schools in England more inclusive, ministers say

The government is setting out big changes to how children with special educational needs get support.

Bengal unemployment aid scheme | Queuing up for cash

Lakhs of people in the 21-40 age group are lining up across West Bengal to register for the Banglar Yuba Saathi scheme announced by the Trinamool Congress government ahead of the Assembly poll. Shrabana Chatterjee and Shiv Sahay Singh look into what this unemployment allowance means for those who do not have jobs and how they are surviving in meagrely paid contractual jobs offered by the State

'Continued delay' in restoration of Statehood to J&K is concerning: Farooq Abdullah

Repeated assurances have been made at the highest levels regarding the restoration of statehood at the earliest. However, the absence of a clear timeline has created uncertainty and disappointment among the people, says Farooq Abdullah

Low-pressure area likely to bring rain in Western Ghat districts

Ruling powers conspiring to weaken Constitution: Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav termed the BJP a reservation-thief, adding that the double-engine government has deprived the exploited, the backward, the most backward, the Dalits, and the tribals of reservations.

RCP Singh pitches to come back in JD(U)

Senior JD-(U) leader and Union Minister Rajeev Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh and Bihar Minister Shravan Kumar have been openly opposing his entry into the party. RCP asserted that his presence in JD-(U) will benefit the party and organisation.

Daily Inshorts - 21 February 2026

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Trump says he will increase his new global tariffs to 15%

After most of his tariffs were outlawed on Friday, Trump announced new global tariffs of 10% - which he says he has now increased to 15%.

GB curlers denied Olympic gold at death yet again

Bruce Mouat's rink are unable to end a 102-year wait for a men's Winter Olympic curling gold - and vanquish their own disappointment from 2022 - as Canada deny Team GB a fourth gold medal of this year's Games.

Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown

The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month.

UK should send non-combat troops to Ukraine now, former PM Johnson tells BBC

Troops should be deployed to peaceful parts of the country in non-fighting roles, he said.

MPs to discuss inquiry into trade envoy role after Andrew arrest

A cross-party committee will also look into the appointment and accountability of UK trade envoys.

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project? | Explained

Why does the government insist that the project is of strategic importance? What will India achieve by establishing a major cargo transshipment hub? What will happen to the biodiversity of the Great Nicobar Island? What are the concerns? Can coral colonies be translocated?

Akhilesh questions removal of NSG cover, accuses BJP government of 'playing' with his security

"The BJP government is playing with my security. I had NSG security, but it was withdrawn. The government should have disclosed why," Akhilesh Yadav said, alleging that security decisions were being politicised.

Five school teachers held in Odisha for 'raping' 13-year-old girl

The arrests were made after the father of the class 7 student and the district child welfare committee lodged separate complaints at the Rajkanika police station, alleging that the accused teachers had raped the minor, a senior officer said.

SHRC registers suo motu case over potholes on roads

IED recovered behind police post in Amritsar

Police said the improvised explosive device (IED) was later defused, and an FIR was registered at the Beas police station. An investigation is underway, they added.

Daily Inshorts - 20 February 2026

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Government considers removing Andrew from royal line of succession

The former Duke of York is eighth in line to the throne meaning he remains eligible to be King.

Andrew and King Charles, a personal battle of royal brothers

The problems facing the monarchy over Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is also a family problem between brothers.

Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran

Trump's new threat came a day after he appeared to give Iran about 10 days to agree to a deal to curb its nuclear programme.

Humans to travel further into space than ever before as Nasa confirms March Moon mission

Nasa sets the launch date following a successful "wet dress rehearsal" of the Artemis II mission.

Tributes paid to teens who died at holiday park

Cherish Bean, 15, and Ethan Slater, 17, died at Little Eden Holiday Park on Wednesday, police say.

Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana: Waiting for ₹1,500

The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana was rolled out ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections in mid-2024. It assured women between the ages of 21 and 65 a monthly stipend of ₹1,500, and the first tranche of payouts were made. After the Mahayuti government returned to power, it introduced mandatory e-KYC verification, which led to a reduction in the number of eligible beneficiaries, reports Vinaya Deshpande Pandit

CPI(M)’s Md Salim says there is no lobby in the party as estranged leader Pratik Ur Rahaman raises questions about lobbying and favouritism

The senior CPI(M) leader avoided any direct questions about the estranged leader amid the political buzz of Rahaman joining the ruling Trinamool Congress

Haryana Governor Ghosh says crimes against women decreased by 16% in 2025

The Governor said that the crime against women in respect of the Scheduled Castes has been declining for the last 4-5 years

MNS Chief Raj Thackeray stresses need for constructive Opposition, reaches out to ruling dispensation

Raj Thackeray, who met the Shiv Sena leader a day earlier, said his outreach was driven purely by civic concerns and not political realignment

BJP running several right-wing social media accounts spreading fake news, says Stalin

Daily Inshorts - 19 February 2026

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Watch: The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested

The former prince spent the day at a police station in Norfolk, before being released under investigation.

Shell-shocked, haunted photo of Andrew will be part of how arrest is remembered

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the first senior royal to be arrested in modern history.

Epstein files could be just tip of the iceberg for Andrew investigation

It is likely we have only seen the tip of the iceberg compared to what the police have seen.

What happens next after Andrew's arrest?

What we know about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

He told police his XL bullies were friendly – days later his mother-in-law was mauled to death

Ashley Warren is the first person in England and Wales to be prosecuted under XL bully laws.

A temporary relief from bonded labour

A landmark law formulated to end bonded labour in India marks its 50th year of passing. Satyasundar Barik examines the Act’s relevance and effectiveness through the voices of labourers in Odisha who slipped back into bondage even after being officially rescued

15,849 vehicles with same chassis, engine number registered in multiple Northeast States: CAG

The latest audit report flagged contract carriage permits for school buses in Assam, resulting in the bypassing of mandatory fitness tests

Petitions filed in Patna High Court challenging election of several MLAs, court issues notices

The petitions have been filed by the candidates who lost the election from their respective constituencies

57 leaders, one campus: PSMO College hosts rare political reunion

CSL signs shipbuilding contract with French firm

Daily Inshorts - 18 February 2026

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Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal

The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal.

Teenage girls lured into forced sex by gangs in London, BBC finds

Our investigation reveals gangs from a range of ethnic backgrounds are operating widely in the capital, exploiting girls and young women.

Eight skiers found dead after California avalanche

Fifteen skiers went missing on Tuesday following a massive avalanche in California's Lake Tahoe region. One person remains missing but is presumed dead.

GB curlers emerge from epic day with medal hopes revived

Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes in both the men's and women's events are somehow still alive after a day of epic drama in Cortina.

Vinicius: Eight years at Real Madrid, 20 cases of alleged racist abuse

Spanish football expert Guillem Balague details how Vincius Jr has become a global symbol of resistance against discrimination.

NGT Orders joint probe into quarry impact on Tata Cancer Hospital due to illegal mining

The bench comprising Justice Dinesh Kumar Singh and Expert Member Dr. Sujit Kumar Bajpayee directed to conduct the survey and ascertain the scale of excavation and possible damage to the premier cancer treatment and research facility

PM Modi extends Ramzan greetings

Muslim holy month of Ramzan begins on February 19

T.N. Climate Summit ends with emphasis on tackling forest fire

Rajasthan Speaker orders investigation into food item purchase at tribal hostels

Opposition Congress MLAs expressed dissatisfaction with Tribal Area Development Minister Babulal Kharadi’s reply to a question regarding the prices and quality of food items supplied to the hostels

SSUS students evince interest in exploring innovative start-up ideas

Daily Inshorts - 17 February 2026

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Police assessing Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties

Essex Police says it is assessing information in relation to private flights into and out of the airport.

Cabinet secretary frontrunner faced multiple bullying complaints

Claims emerge after the Cabinet Office said there was only one complaint about Antonia Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

How Jesse Jackson paved way for Barack Obama - and helped change US

The US civil rights activist's influence spread from the churches of the Deep South to the White House.

'The search is soul-destroying': Young jobseekers on the struggle to find work

People aged between 16 and 24 are bearing the brunt of a weak employment market, figures show.

GB curlers on brink of early exit after Canada defeat

Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes are now in serious jeopardy after Bruce Mouat's world champions were beaten 9-5 by Canada in Cortina.

Central experts visit Haryana’s Palwal following mysterious deaths and illness

Deputy Commissioner Harish Kumar Vashisht stated that during the investigation, it was found that all cases had a common condition of acute liver failure, characterised by a rapid decline in vital parameters and multi-organ failure

Opposition slams ruling alliance over welcome to Macron

Political parties and citizens on social media also sought action against the hoardings which they said were put up in contravention to the Bombay High Court order against them

Tina Ambani skips ED summons for the second time

The former actor has been summoned in connection with a money laundering case

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holds talks with Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman

Vikram Misri greeted Shafiqur Rahman and reaffirmed India’s people-centric ties with Bangladesh

Nitish’s son Nishant all out in public before getting any role in the party

For the first time, in the individual capacity, he has started inspecting the developmental work which has been launched or started by his father Nitish Kumar

Daily Inshorts - 16 February 2026

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Government abandons plans to delay 30 council elections

All English elections will now go ahead as originally planned after Reform UK brought a legal challenge over the decision to delay some polls.

How dark web agent spotted bedroom wall clue to rescue girl from years of harm

Detectives desperate to locate a 12-year-old, seen abused online, found a surprising lead.

Actor Robert Duvall, who starred in The Godfather, dies aged 95

The Oscar-winner died "peacefully" at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, on Sunday, his family says.

Muir fourth in big air in another medal near-miss

Freestyle skier Kirsty Muir once again comes heartbreakingly close to a Winter Olympic medal for Team GB with her second fourth-place finish of the Games.

US build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near Iran

BBC Verify has seen US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln near Iran ahead of talks between the two countries

India's January trade deficit widens before U.S. tariff relief kicks in

A trade delegation will travel to Washington next week to finalise a trade agreement, Rajesh Agrawal, India’s ‌trade secretary

M.P. Assembly’s Budget Session begins with uproar over Indore deaths during Governor’s address

The day’s proceedings commenced with the singing of six stanzas of the national song Vande Matram in accordance with the Union Ministry of Home Affairs’ January 28 directive

‘Advance of AI creating a governance responsibility’

Ajay Kumar Sood noted that more evidence is needed to understand how these tools impact a child’s development, mental health and education over time

Only Stalin can consolidate INDIA bloc to help Rahul become PM: Mani Shankar Aiyar

The Congress leader quotes Dr. Ambedkar to explain his estrangement from the Congress. “I am not a part of the whole; I am a part apart,” he says. He criticises Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor, K.C. Venugopal and Pawan Khera.

Inclusive politics in an age of division

Voting is not only about endorsing ideas; it is also about ensuring representation

Daily Inshorts - 15 February 2026

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Team GB clinches second gold of day at Winter Olympics

Team GB wins two Winter Olympic titles on one day for the first time as Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker clinch mixed team skeleton gold.

Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable

The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says.

FBI analysing recovered glove that appears to match those worn in Guthrie suspect video

The FBI says it recovered a DNA sample from the glove, which was found in a field a few miles from Guthrie's home.

Ukraine's ex-energy minister detained while attempting to leave country

His detention comes as he faces legal proceedings after being dismissed in a corruption scandal.

UK wants action taken on Russia after Navalny frog poisoning, Cooper says

The foreign secretary said the UK would "continue to look at co-ordinated action, including increasing sanctions on the Russian regime".

Traffic woes to ease as at Madhya Kailash as Stalin opens flyover

The flyover will allow vehicles proceeding to Rajiv Gandhi Salai from Guindy to turn right, avoiding the traffic signal

We need fiscal prudence during elections

Welfare should be accountable and targeted, not just election-time largesse

Haryana government to deploy 28 mobile food testing labs in NCR

Paisley to calligraphy: fashion designer rewrites Kashmir’s pashmina story

Chinese net renovation project in Fort Kochi hits a roadblock

Daily Inshorts - 14 February 2026

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Russia killed opposition leader Alexei Navalny using dart frog toxin, UK says

There is no innocent explanation for the toxin being found in samples taken from Navalny's body, Foreign Office says.

Europe must be ready to fight, PM tells Munich Security Conference

The prime minister's speech comes after a tumultuous week in his political career back home.

Rubio says US and Europe 'belong together' despite tensions

The US secretary of state reassures European leaders that the Trump administration backs the transatlantic alliance.

Gisèle Pelicot tells BBC: I felt crushed by horror - but I don't feel anger

In an extensive interview with Newsnight, the woman at the heart of France's biggest rape trial speaks about betrayal, healing and choosing the right path.

One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world

The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

West Bengal BJP leadership reaches out to Muslims, says Trinamool has done nothing for minorities

The remarks by WB BJP president Samik Bhattacharya, which come ahead of the Assembly polls in the State, marks a significant departure from the earlier stand of the saffron party where it did not engage with minorities.

What’s in store for garment exporters to the U.S.? | Explained

What has the U.S. promised Bangladesh with respect to textiles? What are the conditions laid down by the U.S. to give Bangladeshi exporters unprecedented access to American markets? What is the assurance that Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal gave Indian textile exporters?

What has government laid down on AI labelling? | Explained

What do the new rules specify with respect to AI-generated imagery and social media takedowns?

How is U.S.-India trade deal being tweaked? | Explained

What are the areas that have come under scrutiny? Has India stopped buying Russian oil as Donald Trump has claimed? What is happening in the agricultural sector? Has the reference to pulses been removed from the draft? When is the formal agreement expected to be signed?

Ritu Tawde | Mayor rising

The new BMC chief has to navigate a strong and experienced opposition and a small but assertive ally while steering the city’s administration

Daily Inshorts - 13 February 2026

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Weston wins emphatic skeleton gold for first GB medal

Matt Weston cements his status as the best skeleton racer in the world as he makes history by winning Olympic gold in emphatic fashion in Cortina, securing Team GB’s first medal of the 2026 Winter Games.

Two jailed over plot to attack Jewish community

Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein planned to carry out an "Isis-inspired plot", a court hears.

Watch: How Andrew's BBC interview compares to what Epstein emails tell us now

Following the latest release of the Epstein files, claims made by the then Prince Andrew in 2019 are under fresh scrutiny.

Palestine Action ban ruled unlawful but group remains proscribed for now

Three judges rule against the Home Office in a massive blow to the government, but say the ban must remain until a further hearing.

Two Britons among three dead in French Alps avalanche

The Britons had been part of a group of five people accompanied by an instructor, skiing off-piste in Val d'Isère.

Expanding export-driven manufacturing sector helps in stabilising rupee: Chief Economic Advisor

Bengal teacher arrested in false organ trafficking case for honouring his mother’s wish to donate her eyes

The teacher got bail and resumed his duties as a Booth Level Officer in the ongoing SIR work

West Bengal elections: CPI(M) MA Baby calls for ‘secular alliance’ with Congress

This comes days after Congress announced that it will contest independently in all the 294 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal

TMC MP Abhishek meets family of Bengal migrant worker killed in Pune

The visit by Abhishek Banerjee to the residence of the deceased migrant worker comes a day after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee termed the killing of Sukhen Mahato in Maharashtra a “hate crime”

Two arrested for allegedly raping and blackmailing minor in Bhopal

Shahjahanabad ACP Anil Bajpai says that the alleged assault took place between May and June last year after the prime accused, Ausaf Ali Khan, befriended the girl through mutual friends

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'We warned nursery about abuser Vincent Chan - they dismissed us,' parents tell BBC

The parents of two children who say they warned nursery staff about Chan tell the BBC they felt ignored.

Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public health

The White House calls it the largest deregulation in US history, but environmentalists say it will prove costly for Americans.

Sir Chris Wormald forced out as head of Civil Service

The Cabinet Office says the move is "by mutual agreement" but it follows months of negative media reports about his performance.

'Vast majority' of parents should be involved if children question their gender, schools told

School leaders welcome the "greater clarity" on how to handle the polarising issue for parents and pupils.

Ratcliffe sorry language 'offended some' after immigration comments

The Manchester United co-owner previously said the UK had been "colonised" by immigrants.

Politicians misuse of social media, need to act in such cases: J&K Minister Sakina Itoo

Legislator R.S. Pathania demanded a dedicated Media Monitoring Cell in the DIPR for real-time tracking of fake news

Minister’s adverse remarks in Rajasthan Assembly on right to health spark controversy

“What is the need for a law on the right to health?” Gajendra Singh Khimsar asked, leading to objection by the Opposition Congress MLAs, who raised slogans and trooped to the well of the House

Jammu invokes Section 163 to ban ‘cross-gender’ massage parlours, bars bolting of enclosures

The order has been promulgated in view of reports that “certain spa and massage centres operating in Jammu district” were allegedly being used for immoral activities, prostitution and other unlawful acts”

Udit Narayan’s first wife alleges non-consensual uterus surgery, demands justice

Ranjana Jha, his alleged first wife, said that she had also filed cases in the Family Court in Supaul and approached the Women’s Commission

Angela Merkel to deliver first Manmohan Memorial Lecture

The lecture is being organised by the Dr. Manmohan Singh Trust and former German Chancellor Merkel will speak on “Germany and India in times of global change”

Daily Inshorts - 11 February 2026

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PM tells Sir Jim Ratcliffe to apologise for saying 'UK has been colonised'

Sir Keir Starmer says comments by the businessman and Manchester United co-owner are "offensive and wrong".

Sarah Ferguson asked Epstein for bankruptcy advice while he was in jail, emails suggest

Emails appear to show the desperate measures Ferguson considered to rescue her finances.

School stabbing suspect is former pupil, police say

Two boys, aged 12 and 13, are in a stable condition in hospital after the stabbing in a school in north-west London.

Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies aged 48

The father of six starred in multiple popular shows and films in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including Dawson's Creek and Varsity Blues.

Lyse Doucet: In Tehran, rallies for Iran's revolution overshadowed by discontent and defiance

The BBC visits the Iranian capital for the first time since authorities used unprecedented force to put down protests last month.

U.P. budget 2026: BJP’s farewell budget, lacks focus, says Opposition

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the government has not been able to spend even 50% of the previous budget so far; Congress demands white paper on project and proposal implementation

West Bengal BJP welcomes MHA directive of singing all stanzas of Vande Mataram

State BJP president Samik Bhattacharya said that it is most unfortunate if someone smells communalism in Goddess Durga

Protest against Ken-Betwa river link project turns violent in M.P.; 3 cases lodged

Locals from various villages were protesting for various demands, including the release of AAP leader Amit Bhatnagar and better compensation and rehabilitation for those affected by the project, says police

Haryana citizens send 11,000 suggestions to govt.’s AI-based portal for State budget

Suggestions concerning local self-governance or municipalities and panchayats topped the list at 750, followed by 450 on infrastructure development, and 200 on education, skill development, and employment

A battle over the title of ‘Jatipita’

The Congress and BRS spar over KCR’s role in the Telangana Statehood movement

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Boy arrested for attempted murder after two pupils stabbed at school

Counter-terror officers are leading the investigation after two boys were left seriously injured.

I will never walk away, says PM after facing pressure to quit

The prime minister sought to strike a defiant tone after a day of political jeopardy.

Six key questions about Keir Starmer's future

There is no doubting the peril the prime minister was in, but while Labour MPs have decided to stick with him, his future is far from certain.

Ex-police chief said Trump told him in 2006 'everyone' knew of Epstein's behaviour

The now-president allegedly called police in Florida who were investigating Epstein and said "thank goodness you're stopping him".

Watch: BBC in Tehran for first time since protest crackdown

Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where she says the pain is still raw after unprecedented force was used to put down the protests there.

Chambal aqueduct set to facilitate water supply from river link project in Rajasthan

A new Chambal aqueduct in Rajasthan will enhance water supply for drinking and irrigation across 17 districts

CM Naidu seeks Central support for irrigation and infrastructure projects in A.P.

He expresses concern over Karnataka’s move to increase height of Almatti dam and seeks ₹32,000 crore for Polavaram Phase-II and Makhana Development Board in Kolleru region

Elderly woman dies, seven injured at temple procession in M.P.’s Gwalior

Deputy Inspector General of Police, Gwalior Range, said that of the seven injured, six are out of danger, while a woman who received serious injuries is currently under observation in Gwalior

Only achievable special status for J&K is Statehood: Congress leader Karra

It’s the first time since the reading down of Article 370 that the Congress has openly decided to shun any demand of special status for J&K like the ruling National Conference and Peoples Democratic Party

Three women killed by tusker in Odisha

The incident happened in Lochapalli village under Dhenkanal Sadar police limits, where several women had gone to Patpuri Reserve Forest to collect firewood

Daily Inshorts - 09 February 2026

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Cabinet ministers rally round PM as Sarwar calls for him to quit

The Scottish Labour leader says No 10 has "not been good enough" but Sir Keir insists he will not resign.

Scottish Labour leader makes his biggest political gamble - but can it pay off?

The call for Sir Keir Starmer to resign is a defining moment in Sarwar's leadership of Scottish Labour.

King's 'profound concern' at Andrew claims as Palace says it is 'ready' to support police

Making his first intervention in the Epstein scandal, the King said he is ready to support the police in their inquiries.

'No regrets' - Vonn sustains 'complex tibia fracture'

American skier Lindsey Vonn says she has "no regrets" after a crash in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics resulted in a "complex tibia fracture".

Savannah Guthrie pleads for help as missing mother's ransom deadline looms

The video appeal comes as a deadline looms to pay the people believed to be holding the TV hosts's mum.

Naveen Patnaik attacks Mohan Majhi government over paddy procurement

Thousands of farmers are spending sleepless nights under the open sky, guarding their paddy from dew and theft, as the lifting of stocks remains agonisingly slow, alleges former CM

West Bengal remains destination and source of Bonded Labour

Poor workers from Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha work as bonded laborers in brick kilns, while the State is also source of youths who end up being bonded labourers in Chennai’s jewellery manufacturing units

Indore water contamination: Inquiry panel issued public notice to seek evidence

The panel has been tasked with investigating the causes of water pollution, administrative negligence, action against responsible individuals, loss of life, medical effects, and remedial measures

Delhi High Court seeks CBI stand on Jaideep Sengar’s plea for extension of interim bail

The brother of expelled BJP leader, who was awarded a 10-year jail term in the case by the trial court, said his interim bail was expiring on February 11 and sought an extension as he was suffering from oral cancer

No copies of Naravane’s memoir have gone into publication: Publisher

The clarification came after the Delhi Police registered an FIR over the alleged illegal circulation of the manuscript in digital and other formats

Daily Inshorts - 08 February 2026

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PM's chief aide McSweeney quits over Mandelson row

The adviser says he takes "full responsibility" for advising Sir Keir Starmer to make the peer US ambassador.

Why McSweeney's departure could prove perilous for the PM

Starmer's chief of staff departs at a time the PM is isolated and in potential peril.

Andrew shared confidential information with Epstein as trade envoy, files suggest

Under official guidance, trade envoys have a duty of confidentiality over sensitive, commercial, or political information.

Vonn has surgery on leg fracture after crash

American skier Lindsey Vonn has surgery on a left-leg fracture after suffering heartbreak in what could be her final Olympic event as she crashes in the women's downhill competition in Cortina.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned

Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

AAP leaders accuse Congress’ Bajwa of making derogatory remark against Punjab Cabinet Minister

Congress leaders, however, rejected the charge and accused the AAP of attempting to twist facts and misuse the sensitive issue of Dalits for political mileage by levelling false allegations against Partap Singh Bajwa

Missing sub-inspector from U.P.’s Basti found dead in Ayodhya; probe on

The deceased was identified as Sub-Inspector Ajay Gaur, who was posted at the Parsarampur police station in Basti district. He had gone missing under suspicious circumstances on February 5

Man critically injured in elephant attack in Tripura

The doctors said the 60-year-old man sustained injuries to his legs and body

Himachal CM Sukhu warns against scrapping Revenue Deficit Grants, urges cross-party appeal to PM

The Chief Minister said that already in the post-GST regime, the tax collection growth has come down to around 8%, which was 13% to 14% before the implementation of GST

India Stonemart 2026 concludes with call for ecological balance with safe mining

Governor Haribhau Bagade stated that Rajasthan excels in stone mining, diversity, and exports, emphasising that ensuring social security in the industry is both a policy issue and a moral responsibility

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Foreign Office to review Mandelson's US ambassador pay-off

A pay-off given to Lord Mandelson after he was sacked as ambassador to the US is being reviewed, Foreign Office sources tell the BBC.

MPs are shocked and angry at Mandelson - but they're furious with Starmer

Many Labour insiders say Sir Keir may not be the man to take them to the next election, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

GB reach curling semi as Muir impresses in slopestyle qualification

Team GB's mixed doubles curlers clinched their place in the Winter Olympics semi-finals with two matches to spare, after statement victories over heavyweights Canada and United States maintained their 100% record.

Italy says railways hit by 'serious sabotage' as Winter Olympics begin

Police say they are investigating three incidents targeting rail infrastructure that caused travel delays.

UK to get brief respite from rain, forecasts show

Some parts of the UK have already seen more rain than they'd normally expect in the whole of February - so when will the wet weather end?

Mysterious gas leak causes panic in Jammu; probe launched to identify nature of substance

Several residents of Rani Bagh complained of breathlessness following the sudden leakage of gas from an abandoned cylinder lying at the scrap dealer’s premises, say officials

Interests of Indian farmers ‘completely protected’ in Indo-U.S. trade deal: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

The reduced 18% tariffs will help Indian basmati rice find more market in the world, says Minister

Bengal CM stole limelight, despite me being original petitioner: CPI(M)’s Mostari Banu

Mostari Banu, who hails from Bhagwangola in Murshidabad and is associated with the CPI(M), said it was in response to her petition that the Supreme Court issued directions on January 19 to the ECI

How is India tackling mental health crisis? | Explained

What has the Budget allocated for mental health institutions? Will it be enough to tackle an emergency?

Why is Dreamliner’s fuel system under watch? | Explained

What happened on a recent Air India flight? Why are certain fuel control switches malfunctioning? Weren’t precautionary checks undertaken after the Ahmedabad mishap in June last year? What is the risk it poses to the engine when switches are faulty?