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In an ambitious attempt to regulate synthetically generated content, commonly linked to deepfakes and AI-manipulated media, the Union government recently introduced the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026 (henceforth “the 2026 Rules”). Notified on February 10, the 2026 IT Rules amend the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The 2026 Rules attempt to address misinformation, impersonation, and gender-based abuse caused by deepfakes or digitally altered content using AI. The Rules impose accelerated takedown obligations on intermediaries and, in their current state, run the risk of weakening the constitutional guarantees…

Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi (File photo) NEW DELHI: A group of first-time Congress MLAs from Karnataka has written to senior party leaders — including Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi — seeking representation in the state Cabinet during the proposed reshuffle.In a joint representation addressed to the Congress high command and the state leadership — including chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister and state unit president DK Shivakumar — the legislators urged that at least five first-time MLAs be inducted as ministers.“We request you to ensure that at least five first-time MLAs are…

Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on the Supreme Court of the United States, calling it “incompetent” and “ridiculous” after it struck down most of his earlier tariffs, while arguing the ruling had inadvertently handed him broader powers, including the ability to use licensing tools in trade policy.In a fresh reaction to the decision on Monday, one of several critical statements in recent days, Trump wrote on Truth Social that the court had “accidentally and unwittingly” granted him “far more powers and strength” than he previously possessed.“The supreme court … gave me, as President…

NEW DELHI: The Indian men’s cricket team arrived in Chennai on Monday ahead of their second Super 8s clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 against Zimbabwe, to be played on February 26 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India are looking to bounce back after a crushing 76-run defeat to South Africa in their opening Super 8 fixture at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.India fans in Ahmedabad react to loss vs South Africa | T20 World CupThe loss ended India’s 18-match unbeaten run…

BPSC Civil Judge recruitment 2026 The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for recruitment to 173 posts of Civil Judge (Junior Division) under the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination. The recruitment is being conducted through Advertisement No. 12/2026. The online application process will start on February 25, 2026, and will close on March 18, 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the official website of the Commission. Aspirants are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before filling out the form. The notice includes information on eligibility, selection process, and other important…

The makers of Yash’s Toxic today have officially unveiled Akshay Oberoi as Tony and Sudev Nair as Karmadi in this high-stakes action saga. The two most interesting posters from the film were released, unveiling the characters of the two actors.Akshay Oberoi as Tony in ToxicAkshay’s Tony feels ripped straight out of the 1950s. With long sideburns, a vintage silhouette, and unmistakable old-world swagger, he arrives not merely as a man who has witnessed violence but as someone who has mastered it, suave yet menacing.Sudev Nair as KarmadidOn the other side is the compelling Sudev Nair as Karmadi, who seems to…

The Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, while inaugurating the Bharat Himalayan International Strategic Manch think-tank at Dehradun on Friday, spoke on “Frontiers, Borders and LAC: The Middle Sector”.Among the diverse issues he addressed, two statements have garnered extensive attention, — that Jawaharlal Nehru recognised Tibet as part of China in 1954; and that, with the signing of the Panchsheel Agreement between Nehru and Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai, “…India assumed that it had settled its border [with China] through a formal treaty… however, the Chinese position was that the agreement was negotiated only for trade and did not reflect…

The Indian Embassy in Iran issued a fresh advisory asking all Indian nationals to leave the country as tensions between Tehran and Washington rise. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) rejected reports of a major crash involving a Tejas fighter jet, calling it a “minor technical incident on ground”. The Ministry of Home Affairs released India’s first comprehensive anti-terror doctrine, titled ‘PRAHAAR’, outlining threats from cross-border terrorism, cyber-attacks, drones and emerging technologies.Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin alleged that former chief adviser Muhammad Yunus attempted to destabilise the country and the presidency during the interim government period. President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a bust of…

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Noida international airport at Jewar next month, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath said during an interaction with the Indian diaspora in Singapore.Highlighting the state’s aviation infrastructure, Yogi said Uttar Pradesh currently has the highest number of airports in the country and that the upcoming airport at Jewar would be the largest in India.“Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of airports in India. PM Modi will inaugurate Noida International Airport, Jewar, next month. This is about to be the biggest airport in India,” he said.He added, “Uttar Pradesh has it and…

NEW DELHI: Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock shared his assessment of India’s Super 8 defeat to the Proteas, saying the co-hosts failed to adjust to the conditions in Ahmedabad and did not recognise the “new ball challenge with the seam moving around.”South Africa ended India’s 12-match unbeaten run in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup with a commanding 76-run victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.India fans in Ahmedabad react to loss vs South Africa | T20 World CupIndia made an early impact as Jasprit Bumrah delivered a superb opening spell of 2/7. However, the Proteas bounced back…