A banner of U.S. President Donald Trump has been unfurled outside the headquarters of the Justice Department in the latest effort to stamp his identity on a Washington institution. The White House referred questions about the latest banner to the Justice Department, which did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Smith dropped both cases against the Republican after Trump won the 2024 election, citing a Justice Department policy against prosecuting a sitting president. Smith resigned from the Justice Department days before Trump returned to the White House early last year. The Trump administration's Justice Department has since targeted and fired many officials involved in probes against the Republican leader.

लेखक के बारे में विवेक सिंह विवेक सिंह, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ प्रिसिंपल डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 12 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) को कवर कर रहे हैं। मिडिल ईस्ट, दक्षिण-पूर्व एशिया और पूर्वी एशिया के घटनाक्रम में विशेष रुचि है। अमर उजाला देहरादून के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदा,एबीपी न्यूज से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स तक यह सफर जारी है। इस बीच न्यूज18 यूपी/उत्तराखंड के साथ टीवी की दुनिया और वीडियो न्यूज ऐप प्लेटफॉर्म के साथ भी काम किया। उन्होंने इलाहाबाद विश्वविद्यालय से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

US President Donald Trump again claimed he stopped a potential India-Pakistan war by threatening 200% tariffs, alleging 11 fighter jets were shot down during the clash. India rejected any third-party mediation, stating that de-escalation was handled through DGMO-level military talks. United States President Donald Trump has again asserted that he prevented a potential military escalation between India and Pakistan last May by warning both nations of severe trade consequences. He alleged that as many as 11 high-value fighter aircraft were downed during the clashes, describing them as 'very expensive jets.' Trump portrayed the episode as an example of how economic leverage and direct diplomacy can influence global crises.

लेखक के बारे में दिनेश मिश्र दिनेश मिश्र, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में असिस्टेंट एडिटर हैं। अभी वह एक्सप्लेंड स्टोरीज, डीप रिसर्च, डेटा ड्रिवेन स्टोरीज करते हैं। इसके अलावा, ट्यूजडे ट्रीविया और वेडनेसडे बिग टिकट जैसी रेगुलर स्पेशल स्टोरीज भी करते हैं, जिनमें इन्फोग्राफिक्स, एक्सपर्ट बाइट और जर्नल्स का इस्तेमाल होता है। साथ ही यूएस न्यूज और गूगल ट्रेंड स्टोरीज भी करते हैं। NBT से पहले उन्होंने दैनिक भास्कर डिजिटल, पत्रिका, अमर उजाला और दैनिक जागरण के साथ 2010 से काम किया है। 2019 के लोकसभा चुनाव की रिपोर्टिंग और अर्धकुंभ भी कवर किया है।... और पढ़ें

The city police issued social media guidelines for all serving personnel on Thursday, which restrict them from sharing classified, sensitive, operational, intelligence-related, or investigation-related information, including any details that might affect an ongoing investigation. ADVERTISEMENTOfficers have been warned against making adverse comments regarding the departments (of Kolkata Police), senior officers, colleagues, institutions, social customs or ongoing government programmes. The guidelines categorically state that only authorised personnel are permitted to disseminate information and details about Kolkata Police, contingent upon verification and approval. The guidelines mention that the contents posted on social media are “permanent and retrievable” and personnel “shall act with due caution” before publishing any material. Any deviation from issued guidelines may invite disciplinaryaction under the applicable conduct rules and other applicable laws,” it has beenmentioned.

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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday praised the India AI Impact Summit, stating that the first couple of days had gone extremely well and described the attendance of international leadreship at the summit as "impressive." In apparent reference to the recent controversy over the display of a Chinese-made robot at a stall of the Galgotias University at the AI Summit Expo, Shashi Tharoor said "some glitches" can happen at any "large event." His remarks come a day after Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi dubbed the ongoing AI Summit in Delhi a "disorganised PR spectacle" and alleged that Chinese products were being showcased there. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and other senior party leaders have also criticised the event, saying alleged mismanagement has resulted in "embarrassment" for the country. There have been some glitches, some organisational things, these things happen in a large event."

SynopsisIndia Debt Resolution Co Ltd (IDRCL), the managing arm of the government-backed bad bank, has successfully resolved two accounts, distributing approximately Rs 330 crore to banks. This marks the bad bank's first recoveries since commencing operations in 2022, with resolutions for Metenere Ltd and Helios Photo Voltaic.

लेखक के बारे में विवेक सिंह विवेक सिंह, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ प्रिसिंपल डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 12 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) को कवर कर रहे हैं। मिडिल ईस्ट, दक्षिण-पूर्व एशिया और पूर्वी एशिया के घटनाक्रम में विशेष रुचि है। अमर उजाला देहरादून के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदा,एबीपी न्यूज से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स तक यह सफर जारी है। इस बीच न्यूज18 यूपी/उत्तराखंड के साथ टीवी की दुनिया और वीडियो न्यूज ऐप प्लेटफॉर्म के साथ भी काम किया। उन्होंने इलाहाबाद विश्वविद्यालय से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

Iran on Thursday (February 19, 2026) warned that U.S. bases, facilities, and assets would be "legitimate targets" if the United States follows through on its military threats and attacks. The letter said Iran remains committed "to diplomatic solutions" and "on a reciprocal basis, addressing ambiguities regarding its peaceful nuclear programme." But Mr. Iravani warned if Iran faced military aggression, "all bases, facilities, and assets of the hostile force in the region would constitute legitimate targets in the context of Iran's defensive response." Mr. Trump has repeatedly threatened military action against Iran, citing a deadly crackdown on anti-government protesters last month then more recently over its nuclear program. On Thursday (February 19, 2026), Mr. Trump said that Iran had at most 15 days to make a deal and again suggested that the United States would attack if failed to do so.

Speaking at the IndiaAI Summit, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, put the spotlight on super intelligence. “On our current trajectory we are only a couple of years away from early versions of true super intelligence,” he said. Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) is a hypothetical form of artificial intelligence that would surpass human intelligence in every domain, not just specific tasks. Good, ASI is often termed as the most advanced frontier of AI - others include rule-based AI, machine learning AI, deep learning AI, and generative AI. All about ETCIO industry right on your smartphone!

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, policymakers, public-sector leaders, and technology builders discussed how India can convert AI momentum into outcomes that are visible at population scale. The session focused on moving AI adoption from isolated pilots to embedded, repeatable deployments that benefit citizens and businesses across geographies, not just large enterprises and metro markets. He said adoption will depend on delivering solutions that are cost-effective and usable across India’s linguistic diversity and varied levels of digital maturity, rather than relying on generic platforms. All about ETCIO industry right on your smartphone! The discussion also highlighted that if India can build AI solutions grounded in real workflows and measurable outcomes—and make them repeatable at scale—it could create models of inclusive deployment that are relevant beyond India.

SynopsisNovartis India shares surged nearly 18% after its Swiss parent announced the sale of its 70.68% stake for approximately Rs 1,446 crore. A consortium of investors will acquire the stake at Rs 860.64 per share, a 3.6% premium. They've also launched an offer for an additional 26% from public shareholders.

Novartis India (NIL) shares zoomed 20% within an hour of market opening Friday (February 20, 2026) on the back of parent Novartis AG decision to sell its entire 70.68% holding, in the listed arm, to a consortium of investors for nearly ₹1,446 crore. Novartis India shares, which closed on the BSE at ₹830.45 each on Thursday (February 19), soared 20% to touch ₹996.50 each. Novartis AG had two years ago conveyed its intent to undertake a strategic review in NIL to unlock the value of its shareholding. Continue presence through Novartis HealthcareNovartis will continue its presence in India through Novartis Healthcare (NHPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Novartis group in India. The transfer of Novartis AG shareholding in NIL will not impact Novartis Healthcare operations, the company said.

राज्यसभा की 37 सीटों पर चुनावी संग्राम, कांग्रेस को सता रहा क्रॉस वोटिंग का डर, हरियाणा में खेल शुरूभूपेंद्र शर्मा Authored by : • अभिषेक पाण्डेय Edited by : | नवभारत टाइम्स• 20 Feb 2026, 9:05 am ISTSubscribeअप्रैल में राज्यसभा की 37 सीटों के लिए 16 मार्च को मतदान होगा। बीजेपी संख्या बल में मजबूत स्थिति में है, जबकि कांग्रेस और विपक्ष के सामने सबसे बड़ी चुनौती क्रॉस वोटिंग रोकने की है। हरियाणा, हिमाचल और बिहार में समीकरण पेचीदा हैं। विपक्षी एकजुटता और विधायकों को साथ रखना कांग्रेस के लिए प्रतिष्ठा और रणनीति दोनों की परीक्षा बनेगा।