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• Feb 22, 2022 08:44 PM IST

  Election commission lifts 50% cap on political rallies and roadshows

  Amid a dip in Covid-19 cases, the Election commission 50% cap on political rallies and roadshows.

• Feb 22, 2022 08:19 PM IST

  On Bajrang Dal activist’s murder in K’taka, BJP MP cites Kerala model

  I, along with BJYM workers, visited Harsha’s parents. Growing Islamic fundamentalism in Karnataka has taken him a victim. This is Kerala model of terror that orgs like PFI, SDPI, CFI exported to Karnataka & other parts of the country: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya in Shivamogga, Karnataka pic.twitter.com/kUnPnE8qFc

  — ANI (@ANI) February 22, 2022

  Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya on Tuesday said that he visited Bajrang Dal activist Harsha’s family adding growing Islamic fundamentalism in Karnataka claimed a victim. 

• Feb 22, 2022 07:36 PM IST

  DDMA meeting to be held on Friday, decision on easing Covid curbs likely to be taken up 

  The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) will chair a  meeting on 25th February ( Friday). The meeting comes amid an improvement in the Covid-19 pandemic situation, reports ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 06:59 PM IST

  Kerala adds 5,691 new Covid cases, 10 deaths

  Kerala reported 5,691 new Covid-19 cases and 10 deaths in the last 24 hours. The active caseload stood at 53,597, reports ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 06:23 PM IST

  Madhya Pradesh govt lifts all restrictions imposed due to Covid-19

• Feb 22, 2022 06:16 PM IST

  Karnataka Bajrang Dal activist murder: Curfew extended in Shivamogga for two more days

  Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure will remain in place in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district till two more days. Read more 

• Feb 22, 2022 05:38 PM IST

  Karnataka Bajrang Dal activist murder: 6 arrested, 12 being questioned

  The police have detained six persons into custody, while twelve are being interrogated in the murder of a 28-year-old Bajrang Dal activist in Karnataka, reports ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 05:25 PM IST

  Karnataka High Court adjourns the hearing for tomorrow

   Karnataka High Court adjourns the hearing for tomorrow.

• Feb 22, 2022 04:11 PM IST

  ‘Human dignity involves liberty, which involves choice to wear or not to wear’: AG 

  #HijabRow AG says- Human dignity involves liberty, which involves choice to wear or not to wear. The entire claim of the petitioner is to make compulsion, which goes against the ethos of Constitution. It can’t be made compulsory, should be left to the choice of concerned women https://t.co/zO93ttFJ1S

  — ANI (@ANI) February 22, 2022

• Feb 22, 2022 03:38 PM IST

  There is no restriction on wearing hijab on campus, it is only in the classroom and during class hours:  Karnataka AG

  #HijabRow | Advocate General says – There is no restriction on wearing hijab on campus, it is only in the classroom and during class hours.

  — ANI (@ANI) February 22, 2022

• Feb 22, 2022 02:58 PM IST

  PM CARES for Children Scheme extended till February 28, 2022

  The ministry of women and child development has extended the PM Cares for Children Scheme till 28th February, 2022. Read more

• Feb 22, 2022 02:49 PM IST

  Hijab Row:  Karnataka High court resumes hearing 

  Karnataka High Court begins hearing on various petitions challenging the ban on hijab in educational institutes in the state, reports ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 02:05 PM IST

  Eshwarappa violated Section 144, led procession to take Bajrang Dal activist’s body home, claims Siddaramaiah

  Govt imposed Section 144 in Shivamogga, he violated it. He led the procession (for taking the body of Bajrang Dal activist Harsha to his home). He himself instigated it. He should be immediately prosecuted: LoP Karnataka Assembly, Siddaramaiah on violence in Shivamogga yesterday pic.twitter.com/kr9FCiU1zj

  — ANI (@ANI) February 22, 2022

• Feb 22, 2022 01:51 PM IST

  India in favour of international peace: Rajnath on Ukraine crisis

  “India wants a solution through talks, and peace to be established. I am sure a solution will emerge following talks between Russian President Putin and US President Biden. India is in favour of maintaining international peace,” says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Ukraine crisis.

• Feb 22, 2022 01:43 PM IST

  All accused in Shivamogga incident identified, process on to nab them: Police

  “All accused have been identified. Teams are outside as well as inside Shivamogga district. So, work is going on & we are on the verge of completing the detection and arresting the accused persons,” says Pratap Reddy, Additional DGP, Karnataka on Bajrang Dal activist Harsha murder case.

• Feb 22, 2022 12:49 PM IST

  Himachal Pradesh: 7 workers charred to death in blast at Una factory, 12 others suffer burns

  Seven workers charred to death in a blast at a factory in Bathu industrial area of Una. Around 12 suffered burn injuries and brought to a hospital in Una. Fire department personnel and officials present at the spot. Details awaited, reports ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 12:14 PM IST

  Centre blocks apps, website, social media accounts linked to banned ‘Sikhs For Justice’ organisation

  The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has ordered a ban on apps, website, and social media accounts linked to foreign-based “Punjab Politics TV” having close links with Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), an organization that has been declared unlawful under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. 

  Relying on intelligence inputs that the channel was attempting to use online media to disturb public order during the ongoing State Assembly Elections, the Ministry used emergency powers under the IT Rules on 18th February to block the digital media resources of “Punjab Politics TV”.

• Feb 22, 2022 12:06 PM IST

  Mumbai ex top cop Param Bir Singh gets relief from Supreme Court till March 9, Maharashtra told to hold probe in all cases

  The Supreme Court has asked Maharashtra to stay its investigation into all cases against Param Bir Singh till March 9 when it will take a call on Singh’s petition to transfer all cases to CBI. The state agreed to do so and the statement was recorded by the Court in its order.

• Feb 22, 2022 11:53 AM IST

  PM Modi announces ₹2 lakh ex gratia to kin of those killed in Uttarakhand accident,   ₹50,000 for those injured

  PM Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the accident. The injured are being given ₹50,000.

• Feb 22, 2022 11:40 AM IST

  Supreme Court to hear plea tomorrow seeking cancellation of physical exams for Class 10 and 12, reports ANI

  Supreme Court is expected to hear tomorrow a plea seeking cancellation of physical exams for Class X and XII to be conducted by all State Boards, CBSE, ICSE and National Institute of Open Schooling, reported news agency ANI.

• Feb 22, 2022 11:39 AM IST

  Congress behind murder of Bajrang Dal activist in Shivamogga: BJP MLA

  “Congress is behind the murder of Harsha. He was killed because of DK Shivakumar, BK Hariprasad & other Congress leaders. I urge Home minister to hand over the case to NIA. I will give the compensation of ₹5 lakh to the family,” said MP Renukacharya, BJP MLA from Karnataka’s Honnali.

• Feb 22, 2022 11:11 AM IST

  Supreme Court to hear Pegasus case on Feb 25 on Centre’s request, reports ANI

  Supreme Court has adjourned the Pegasus case for February 25 after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for Centre, sought adjournment saying he will be busy in a part-heard matter on February 23.

• Feb 22, 2022 10:54 AM IST

  At least 11 dead in road accident in Uttarakhand

  At least eleven people, who were returning from a wedding, died on Tuesday morning in an accident in Uttarakhand. Two others were injured. Read more

• Feb 22, 2022 09:57 AM IST

  4 more persons arrested in connection to Raj Kundra pornography case

  Four more persons including a casting director arrested, from Versova and Borivali areas in connection to the Raj Kundra pornography case, said Mumbai Police Crime Branch.

• Feb 22, 2022 08:53 AM IST

  India records 13,405 Covid cases, 235 deaths; active count drops below 2 lakh

  India registered a 16 per cent drop in daily cases since yesterday with 13,405 new infections of the coronavirus disease.

• Feb 22, 2022 08:39 AM IST

  PM Modi to address rallies in Manipur, UP today ahead of polls

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address election rallies in Imphal, Manipur and Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh today. Uttar Pradesh will head for the fourth phase of elections tomorrow (February 23), while Manipur will go to polls in a single phase of February 27.

• Feb 22, 2022 08:10 AM IST

  India emphasises on international peace, security, calls for ‘utmost restraint’ at UNSC meet

  “We strongly emphasize the vital need for all sides to maintain international peace and security by exercising the utmost restraint and intensifying diplomatic efforts to ensure that a mutually amicable solution is arrived at the earliest,” says India at UNSC meet on Ukraine.

  “Safety and security of civilians essential. More than 20,000 Indian students& nationals live&study in different parts of Ukraine, incl in its border areas. The well-being of Indians is of priority to us,” said India’s permanent representative to the UN TS Tirumurti

• Feb 22, 2022 07:55 AM IST

  Cancel criminal charges on Patidars or will hold protest: Hardik Patel to govt

  “If there is no action on govt’s behalf (on withdrawal of pending criminal cases lodged against Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti members during 2015 Patidar reservation agitation) before March 23, a statewide agitation will be held,” says Gujarat Congress working president Hardik Patel.

• Feb 22, 2022 06:37 AM IST

  India to make statement on Ukraine at UNSC emergency meeting

  The UNSC meet over Ukraine will now be an ‘open’ meeting, a senior official said. India will also make a statement at the meeting.

• Feb 22, 2022 06:28 AM IST

  Air India to operate first of three flights to Ukraine today

  Air India is set to operate three flights to Ukraine, starting today. The flights have been scheduled for February 22, 24 and 26 as part of India’s evacuation plan from Ukraine.

  Last week, the The ministry of external affairs (MEA) set up a control room to provide information and assistance to the Indian nationals in Ukraine. The Indian embassy in Ukraine has also set up a 24-hour helpline for Indians in the eastern European nation.