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The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place

What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…

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India’s Top 5 AI Innovations in 2026

India’s Rise as an AI Innovation HubArtificial intelligence is no longer confined to research labs or global tech giants. India has stepped into the spotlight as a leading contributor to AI development, thanks to its skilled talent pool, increasing investment in technology, and strong digital adoption across sectors. Over the…

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Feb 16, 2026: A forest nearby, warmer air, but AQI still ‘moderate’

Air quality in Delhi typically improves by February as winter recedes and meteorological conditions turn more favourable. Yet when Newslaundry visited Munirka in South Delhi – next to nearly 1,550 acres of reserved forest – the nearest monitoring station still recorded an AQI of 180, placing it in the “moderate”…

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India stakes its claim in the AI race with first global South summit - but can it compete?

Stuti Mishra reports from Delhi, where a global AI summit is being hosted by a developing country for the first time – and attracting big names from the world of tech

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‘Kids sleepless, blasting at night’: Homes at the doorstep of Aravalli mining 24x7

The Aravalli Range stretches across nearly 20 districts of Rajasthan. Kotputli-Behror is one of them – and among the most heavily mined, thanks to the region’s rich mineral reserves. Much of what is extracted here feeds the booming construction industry in Delhi-NCR.

Newslaundry

India hosts a high-stakes AI summit in New Delhi, drawing 20 leaders and top tech CEOs

India is hosting a major AI summit in New Delhi this week, as it pushes to shape global rules and show its own AI ambitions

The Independent UK

Pannun murder plot: Guilty plea may reduce Indian national Nikhil Gupta's jail term substantially

NEW DELHI: By admitting to murder-for-hire and money laundering charges, Indian national Nikhil Gupta may have secured a substantial reduction in the 40-year maximum sentence the charges entail through an "acceptance of responsibility" credit. The guilty plea not only reduces his jail-time but also helps him avoid a high-profile trial,…

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“I am 76 and I travel alone”: Woman’s Qutub Minar conversation inspires girls to explore fearlessly

A heartwarming experience at Delhi’s famous Qutub Minar landmark has caught the attention of the internet. A young girl’s video of her talk with a 76-year-old woman traveling across India alone in the country going viral. What began as a casual introduction turned out to be an inspiring experience about…

Times Life

5 Secret Kaal Bhairav Temples Where Wishes Are Said to Come True Faster Than You Think

In Hindu tradition, Bhairava is the fierce and protective form of Lord Shiva. Known as the guardian of time and protector of devotees, Kaal Bhairav represents discipline, justice, and divine protection. Across India, several temples dedicated to him are believed to remove obstacles, protect from negative energies, and fulfill heartfelt…

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Official Vande Mataram Protocol: 6 Stanzas, 3 Min 10 Sec, Must Be Sung Before National Anthem

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a detailed and first-of-its-kind protocol for the rendition of Vande Mataram, India’s National Song, setting clear rules on how, when, and in what order it should be sung at official functions and public events across the country. According to the official…

Times Life

From ‘Nation First’ to ‘Brahmanvaad Zindabad’: Inside the chaos at DU

On February 12, as students sat outside Delhi University’s Arts Faculty listening to anti-caste poetry and speeches, a bucket of water was hurled toward 73-year-old historian Irfan Habib. Minutes later, bricks came flying from inside the Arts Faculty.

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BNP’s landslide brings anti-India leaders to mainstream; casts shadow on Dhaka-Delhi ties

Bangladesh's elections bring the BNP to power with a decisive mandate, but the return of controversial leaders with past convictions and alleged anti-India links complicates regional ties. The new government's push for former PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India presents an immediate diplomatic challenge, signaling a potential shift in bilateral…

The Times of India

What does love look like in 2026 India? Here’s what Delhi had to say

Ahead of Valentine’s Day, we at Newslaundry wanted to explore something that rarely makes the headlines – love. We went to one of Delhi’s favourite spots to ask people what love means to them, if it is tough to find, and how hard it is to sustain.

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Terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun murder plot: Accused Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty in US court

NEW DELHI: Nikhil Gupta, an Indian man accused of murder plot of Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has pled guilty in a US court.

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India's Sheikh Hasina dilemma: Resurgent BNP seems set to press extradition demand - what are New Delhi's options?

As Bangladesh's new government, led by the BNP, takes charge of country's affair, it has called on India for the extradition of ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who is in New Delhi. This demand presents a significant diplomatic challenge for India. Dhaka says, it seeks a relationship based on…

Times Life

Why India’s Most Educated Youth Are the Most Unemployed

India celebrates its youth as its greatest strength. Every year, millions of students graduate with degrees in engineering, management, science, arts, and commerce — armed with ambition, skill, and the promise of a better future. Families invest savings. Students invest years. Society invests hope. And yet, a troubling paradox defines…

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Feb 12, 2026: Lucknow breathes slightly easier than Delhi

For today’s Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The closest UPPCB monitoring station at Gomti Nagar pegged the AQI at 144 – in the ‘moderate’ category – and recorded PM2.5 levels at 144 and PM10 at 84.

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Prachin Hanuman Mandir Delhi: Guinness Record & Ram Naam

Did you know about the Hanuman Mandir that lies at the heart of Delhi, more particularly in Connaught Place, where the timeless faith of Devotees is reflected whole day long through chants praising Lord Rama? This is the representative temple of the city dweller’s centuries-old devotion to Lord Rama and…

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Forget Studying Abroad? Why Indian Students Are Rejecting Foreign Universities (31% Drop!)

Recent government figures show a significant decline in the number of Indian students heading overseas for higher education. According to data shared by the Ministry of Education in Parliament, the number of Indians travelling abroad for studies fell from 9.08 lakh in 2023 to 6.26 lakh in 2025 - a…

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Udit Narayan Accused of ‘Medical Betrayal’ - First Wife Says Her Uterus Was Removed Without Consent

Renowned Bollywood playback singer Udit Narayan is facing a fresh controversy after his first wife, Ranjana Narayan Jha, filed a formal police complaint alleging that her uterus was removed without her knowledge or consent during a medical visit nearly three decades ago - an accusation that has shocked both fans…

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‘The intimate and the epic’: the best way to understand India is to travel by train

Being a passenger in this vast country is ‘a full-blooded immersion in the local’, says the novelist whose latest protagonist is lured by the romance of the rails

Newslaundry

Noida, then Janakpuri, now Rohini: A trail of 3 deaths expose NCR’s deadly civic crisis

Deaths caused by administrative negligence in the National Capital Region refuse to stop. After the death of engineer Yuvraj Mehta in an excavation pit in Noida and Kamal Dhyani in a sewer pit in Delhi’s Janakpuri, another life has been lost – this time, 32-year-old migrant worker Birju Kumar, who…

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Abhishek Sharma Likely to Miss India’s Second World Cup Game Against Namibia Due to Illness

On the eve of India’s T20 World Cup clash against the USA at Wankhede Stadium, opener Abhishek Sharma looked in devastating form, taking the attack to the bowlers and showcasing why he is among the top-ranked T20I batters. However, the 24-year-old is now expected to miss India’s second World Cup…

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Feud Over Sunjay Kapur’s Estate Escalates as Delhi High Court Issues Notices

The legal battle over the estate of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur has intensified, with his mother, Rani Kapur, moving the Delhi High Court to challenge the validity of a family trust named after her. She has alleged that the trust was fraudulently constituted and used to unlawfully transfer her assets.

The Times of India

Beyond Silicon Valley: India and UAE are building a new human-centric AI model

India and the UAE are forging a powerful AI alliance in 2026, prioritising human-centric development for social welfare and equitable growth. The strategic partnership focuses on shared values. It aims to leverage AI for societal benefit through joint infrastructure, workforce development and ethical governance frameworks to set a global precedent.

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