News Update : 'Lured with games & gifts': UP couple gets death for sexually abusing 33 boys, selling their videos - ARINDAM GHOSH AND PATHIKRIT CHAKRABORTY

A Pocso court in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a former government engineer and his wife to death for sexually abusing 33 boys over a decade. The couple also sold videos and pictures of their torture on the dark web. The court deemed the crimes "rarest of rare" due to the extreme trauma inflicted on the young victims. A Pocso court in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a former government engineer and his wife to death for sexually abusing 33 boys over a decade. The couple also sold videos and pictures of their torture on the dark web. The court deemed the crimes "rarest of rare" due to the extreme trauma inflicted on the young victims. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/allahabad/ex-up-jr-engr-his-wife-getdeath-for-sexually-abusing33-boys-selling-their-videos/articleshow/128618220.cms Date: 2026-02-20T18:08:00.000Z

News Update : 'Not a negotiated document': India clarifies on signing UN statement condemning Israel - TOI NEWS DESK

​​India was among more than 100 countries and international organisations that condemned Israel's ongoing efforts to consolidate control over the West Bank in a joint statement at the UN, saying such measures violated international law and undermined the ongoing efforts for peace and stability in the region. India endorsed the statement late on Wednesday, just before the deadline for joint condemnation lapsed. ​​India was among more than 100 countries and international organisations that condemned Israel's ongoing efforts to consolidate control over the West Bank in a joint statement at the UN, saying such measures violated international law and undermined the ongoing efforts for peace and stability in the region. India endorsed the statement late on Wednesday, just before the deadline for joint condemnation lapsed. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/not-a-negotiated-document-india-clarifies-on-signing-un-statement-condemning-israels-west-bank-expansion/articleshow/128602601.cms Date: 2026-02-20T12:21:21.000Z

News Update : 'Makes your country stronger': French President Macron on criticism over Rafale deal in India - TOI NEWS DESK

French President Emmanuel Macron defended the Rafale deal, stating it strengthens India's defense capabilities and strategic coordination. He emphasized France's commitment to increasing Indian components and manufacturing critical devices in India, including co-production of combat aircraft and maintenance. This comes as India's Defence Acquisition Council cleared the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets. French President Emmanuel Macron defended the Rafale deal, stating it strengthens India's defense capabilities and strategic coordination. He emphasized France's commitment to increasing Indian components and manufacturing critical devices in India, including co-production of combat aircraft and maintenance. This comes as India's Defence Acquisition Council cleared the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/makes-your-country-stronger-french-president-emmanuel-macron-criticism-over-rafale-deal-in-india/articleshow/128559401.cms Date: 2026-02-19T13:31:47.000Z

News Update : ‘Kya karoge jaan ke’: Murdered MBA student’s boyfriend shows no remorse, smirks at reporters - KARISHMA KOTWAL

Accused in the murder of an MBA student displayed striking indifference during a crime scene reconstruction, brushing aside reporters' questions. Police described his demeanor as unusually calm and detached, noting his claims of wanting to communicate with the victim's spirit and his consumption of occult content. Accused in the murder of an MBA student displayed striking indifference during a crime scene reconstruction, brushing aside reporters' questions. Police described his demeanor as unusually calm and detached, noting his claims of wanting to communicate with the victim's spirit and his consumption of occult content. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/indore/kya-karoge-jaan-ke-murdered-indore-mba-students-boyfriend-shows-no-remorse-smirks-at-reporters/articleshow/128491700.cms Date: 2026-02-18T04:34:17.000Z

News Update : 'War room set up': Vaishnaw apologises for 'issues' at AI Summit; what he said on absent top techies - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/we-are-open-minded-ashwini-vaishnaw-apologises-for-inconvenience-at-ai-impact-summit-sets-up-war-room/articleshow/128463756.cms Date: 2026-02-17T12:16:12.000Z

News Update : 'You have 5 years': Rajnath's 'challenge' for DRDO to develop 5th & 6th gen aero-engines - TOI NEWS DESK

​Speaking at the Gas Turbine Research Establishment in Bengaluru, defence minister Rajnath Singh said the establishment, functioning under the DRDO, has become "the foundation of India's strategic capability," crediting its scientists for consistently delivering successful tests and strengthening the country's defence preparedness. Rajnath Singh acknowledged the deadline as a challenge; however, he said it should not come "as a shock or a surprise."​​ ​Speaking at the Gas Turbine Research Establishment in Bengaluru, defence minister Rajnath Singh said the establishment, functioning under the DRDO, has become "the foundation of India's strategic capability," crediting its scientists for consistently delivering successful tests and strengthening the country's defence preparedness. Rajnath Singh acknowledged the deadline as a challenge; however, he said it should not come "as a shock or a surprise."​​ Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/you-have-5-years-rajnaths-challenge-for-drdo-to-develop-5th-6th-gen-aero-engines/articleshow/128419617.cms Date: 2026-02-16T11:20:33.000Z

News Update : Navalny poisoned? US says won't 'dispute' report, stops short of blaming Russia - TOI WORLD DESK

US secretary of state Marco Rubio stated Washington is not disputing a report by five European nations concluding Alexei Navalny was fatally poisoned. The report identified a rare toxin from a dart frog, with Russia identified as the prime suspect. Navalny's widow declared his murder a "science-proven fact" after his death in a Russian penal colony. US secretary of state Marco Rubio stated Washington is not disputing a report by five European nations concluding Alexei Navalny was fatally poisoned. The report identified a rare toxin from a dart frog, with Russia identified as the prime suspect. Navalny's widow declared his murder a "science-proven fact" after his death in a Russian penal colony. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/marco-rubio-says-us-not-disputing-european-report-blaming-russia-for-navalny-poisoning/articleshow/128384522.cms Date: 2026-02-15T14:10:53.000Z

News Update : 'Eat well and go to sleep': Surya, Agha sidestep handshake chatter pre India-Pakistan WC clash - TOI SPORTS DESK

Captains Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha remained non-committal on whether India and Pakistan players would shake hands before or after their T20 World Cup clash. Both leaders suggested waiting until match day for a decision, emphasizing their focus on playing good cricket. This follows a history where India did not shake hands with Pakistan in previous encounters. Captains Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha remained non-committal on whether India and Pakistan players would shake hands before or after their T20 World Cup clash. Both leaders suggested waiting until match day for a decision, emphasizing their focus on playing good cricket. This follows a history where India did not shake hands with Pakistan in previous encounters. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup/eat-well-and-go-to-sleep-suryakumar-yadav-salman-ali-agha-deflect-handshake-questions-ahead-of-india-pakistan-clash/articleshow/128349267.cms Date: 2026-02-14T13:52:05.000Z

News Update : 'Eroded public confidence': DGCA fines Air India Rs 1 cr for flying Airbus without permit - SAURABH SINHA

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/dgca-fines-air-india-rs-1-crore-for-flying-plane-with-lapsed-airworthiness-certificate-orders-some-post-holders-to-be-removed/articleshow/128308948.cms Date: 2026-02-13T13:42:44.000Z

News Update : 'Serious lapses by cops': Why Lambo crash accused Shivam Mishra got bail within hours - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/kanpur-lambo-crash-court-cites-serious-procedural-lapses-by-cops-why-tobacco-tycoons-son-shivam-mishra-got-bail/articleshow/128255920.cms Date: 2026-02-12T11:55:59.000Z

News Update : 'Met Epstein 3-4 times': Puri sets record straight after Rahul's charge in Lok Sabha - TOI NEWS DESK

"I want to remind you that today, during the Parliament session, my name was mentioned in the context of some developments elsewhere—the Epstein files. I just want to share some information... I want to clarify that these facts are all public," Puri said at a press conference. Puri said the meetings took place before he joined the Union Cabinet in 2017 and are already in the public domain. "I want to remind you that today, during the Parliament session, my name was mentioned in the context of some developments elsewhere—the Epstein files. I just want to share some information... I want to clarify that these facts are all public," Puri said at a press conference. Puri said the meetings took place before he joined the Union Cabinet in 2017 and are already in the public domain. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/met-epstein-3-4-times-harpdeep-puri-sets-record-straight-after-rahul-gandhis-charge-in-lok-sabha/articleshow/128204848.cms Date: 2026-02-11T12:10:36.000Z

News Update : 'This is the status of the book': Ex-army chief MM Naravane reacts to row over memoir - TOI NEWS DESK

Former Army chief Manoj Mukund Naravane has backed his publisher, Penguin, regarding his unpublished memoir, "Four Stars of Destiny." The book's circulation has sparked a political storm, leading to an FIR and Lok Sabha disruptions after an excerpt was attempted to be quoted by Rahul Gandhi. Penguin stated that any circulating copies are unauthorized and infringe copyright. Former Army chief Manoj Mukund Naravane has backed his publisher, Penguin, regarding his unpublished memoir, "Four Stars of Destiny." The book's circulation has sparked a political storm, leading to an FIR and Lok Sabha disruptions after an excerpt was attempted to be quoted by Rahul Gandhi. Penguin stated that any circulating copies are unauthorized and infringe copyright. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/this-is-the-status-ex-army-chief-mm-naravane-reacts-to-row-over-memoir-shares-publishers-statement/articleshow/128158700.cms Date: 2026-02-10T12:25:37.000Z

News Update : Minerals, militants, US-made guns: Why Trump’s bet on Munir is set to fail - YASHASVI VASISTHA

A recent mosque bombing in Islamabad highlights Pakistan's security challenges, even as its generals offer Washington access to vast mineral wealth. Insurgents, armed with US-made weapons left in Afghanistan, threaten critical mining projects in Balochistan, complicating Pakistan's strategic mineral diplomacy and its balancing act between China and the US. A recent mosque bombing in Islamabad highlights Pakistan's security challenges, even as its generals offer Washington access to vast mineral wealth. Insurgents, armed with US-made weapons left in Afghanistan, threaten critical mining projects in Balochistan, complicating Pakistan's strategic mineral diplomacy and its balancing act between China and the US. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/minerals-militants-us-made-guns-why-donald-trumps-bet-on-asim-munir-is-set-to-fail/articleshow/128110749.cms Date: 2026-02-09T12:04:51.000Z

News Update : After year of turmoil, Indian diamonds and gems set to shine in US markets - HEMALI CHHAPIA

India and the US have agreed to an interim trade framework granting zero-duty access for diamonds and colored gemstones. This move is seen as a critical inflection point for the Indian gems and jewellery sector, aiming to reverse a significant decline in exports to the US market and restore competitiveness. India and the US have agreed to an interim trade framework granting zero-duty access for diamonds and colored gemstones. This move is seen as a critical inflection point for the Indian gems and jewellery sector, aiming to reverse a significant decline in exports to the US market and restore competitiveness. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/after-year-of-turmoil-indian-diamonds-and-gems-set-to-shine-in-us-markets/articleshow/128052461.cms Date: 2026-02-07T23:12:39.000Z

News Update : Father's 3 wives & a dead live-in partner: Why Ghaziabad sisters’ suicide is getting murkier - TOI CITY DESK

Three minor sisters in Ghaziabad died by suicide after their father confiscated their mobile phones due to their obsession with Korean culture. Investigations revealed the girls were depressed and unable to access their usual online activities. The father has three wives, who are biological sisters, and the girls' suicide note was addressed solely to him. Three minor sisters in Ghaziabad died by suicide after their father confiscated their mobile phones due to their obsession with Korean culture. Investigations revealed the girls were depressed and unable to access their usual online activities. The father has three wives, who are biological sisters, and the girls' suicide note was addressed solely to him. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ghaziabad/father-had-live-in-partner-who-died-after-falling-from-roof-why-ghaziabad-sisters-suicide-is-getting-murkier/articleshow/128029190.cms Date: 2026-02-07T13:59:48.000Z

News Update : B'desh crisis: Sound grenades & tear gas used on protesters near Yunus residence - TOI WORLD DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/bangladesh-crisis-sound-grenades-tear-gas-used-on-protesters-near-yunus-residence/articleshow/127983220.cms Date: 2026-02-06T10:01:20.000Z

News Update : 'They stole surname of Gujarati': PM mocks Gandhis, takes failed 'start-up' jab at Rahul - TOI NEWS DESK

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticised the Congress and the Gandhi family in the Rajya Sabha, accusing them of being "habitual thieves" and alleging they stole Mahatma Gandhi's surname. He also targeted Rahul Gandhi, calling him "Yuvraj" and criticizing his "traitor" remark against a Sikh MP, which he deemed an insult to Sikhs and the community's sacrifices. Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticised the Congress and the Gandhi family in the Rajya Sabha, accusing them of being "habitual thieves" and alleging they stole Mahatma Gandhi's surname. He also targeted Rahul Gandhi, calling him "Yuvraj" and criticizing his "traitor" remark against a Sikh MP, which he deemed an insult to Sikhs and the community's sacrifices. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/they-stole-surname-of-mahatma-gandhi-pm-modi-mocks-gandhis-takes-failed-start-up-jab-at-rahul/articleshow/127937910.cms Date: 2026-02-05T13:52:43.000Z

News Update : No PM Modi speech in Lok Sabha: What happened in a minute that led to adjournment - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/no-pm-modi-speech-in-lok-sabha-what-happened-in-a-minute-that-led-to-adjournment/articleshow/127911812.cms Date: 2026-02-04T13:51:51.000Z

News Update : 'India got best deal': Goyal hails trade pact with US; credits PM for protecting farm, dairy sectors - TOI BUSINESS DESK

Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday described the India–US trade agreement as a “tremendous opportunity” for the country, calling it the best deal India has secured compared to its neighbours. Addressing a press conference he said that the pact sends positive signals for the future and will benefit all citizens. Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday described the India–US trade agreement as a “tremendous opportunity” for the country, calling it the best deal India has secured compared to its neighbours. Addressing a press conference he said that the pact sends positive signals for the future and will benefit all citizens. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/india-got-best-deal-piyush-goyal-hails-trade-pact-with-us-credits-pm-modi-for-championing-agriculture-dairy-sectors-key-details/articleshow/127886409.cms Date: 2026-02-03T12:53:18.000Z

News Update : 'Defect in fuel switch': Air India pilot flags issue with Boeing 787-8; plane grounded - SAURABH SINHA

Air India has grounded a Boeing 787 Dreamliner after its crew reported a fuel control switch issue post-landing. This follows a 2025 crash where a similar switch malfunction led to engine failure. The airline is investigating with the manufacturer, while aviation regulators are also probing the incident, raising safety concerns. Air India has grounded a Boeing 787 Dreamliner after its crew reported a fuel control switch issue post-landing. This follows a 2025 crash where a similar switch malfunction led to engine failure. The airline is investigating with the manufacturer, while aviation regulators are also probing the incident, raising safety concerns. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/air-india-grounds-a-dreamliner-after-pilot-reports-possible-defect-in-fuel-control-switch-on-landing-in-bengaluru-from-london/articleshow/127864253.cms Date: 2026-02-02T13:53:19.000Z

News Update : New or Old? Which I-T regime should you choose for FY 2026-27? Tax rates, slabs explained - SHIVANGHI PAYAL AND SMRITI JAIN

Union Budget 2026 maintains the existing income tax framework, with the new regime offering tax-free income up to Rs 12 lakh for individuals. While the old regime continues with its deductions, the new system has been progressively liberalized since 2020, making it increasingly attractive for middle-income taxpayers. Union Budget 2026 maintains the existing income tax framework, with the new regime offering tax-free income up to Rs 12 lakh for individuals. While the old regime continues with its deductions, the new system has been progressively liberalized since 2020, making it increasingly attractive for middle-income taxpayers. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/new-tax-regime-vs-old-tax-regime-after-budget-2026-income-tax-slabs-and-rates-comparison-explained-which-tax-regime-is-better-for-middle-class-salaried-taxpayers/articleshow/127838105.cms Date: 2026-02-01T10:40:41.000Z