Delhi News LIVE Updates: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta releases one-year report card, says BJP govt focused on results
Delhi News Live Updates: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said her government’s one-year report card reflects 'hard work and change', emphasising results over promises.
· The Indian Express · JoinDelhi News Live Updates: US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg is currently in New Delhi to attend the India AI Impact Summit. The delegation is being led by White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios. India has signed a pact joining the coalition at a ceremony at the AI Impact Summit here. The signing ceremony was attended by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and US envoy to India Sergio Gor among others. Meanwhile, the BJP-led Delhi government has completed one year in office today. On this occasion, CM Rekha Gupta has shared a report card of the government saying BJP-led govt has worked in all sectors for positive change.
The government has also made commitments on improving drainage, strengthening solid waste management and electrifying public transport.
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Traffic advisory: Due to the ongoing AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam and the movement of VVIPs, the Delhi Traffic Police has advised commuters to avoid certain routes in central Delhi. Special traffic arrangements will be implemented in parts of the city on 20 February as well for the AI Impact Summit–2026. Restrictions and diversions will be in force during two time slots: from 08:00 to 10:00 in the morning and from 17:00 to 21:00 in the evening.
Delhi Weather Update: The minimum temperature on February 19 was recorded at 11.4°C. This is 4.4 degrees lower than the previous 24 hours and 0.4 degrees above the normal minimum temperature. As per the Indian Meterological Department, weather observations the maximum temperature reached 28.0°C. This is 6.9 degrees higher than the previous 24 hours and 3.6 degrees above the normal average for this time of year.
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Feb 20, 2026 06:29 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Protest outside Rahul Gandhi's residence
Following the Youth Congress 'shirtless' protest at the AI summit, BJP Yuva Morcha stages a protest outside Rahul Gandhi's residence.
Feb 20, 2026 05:52 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: "India should invest more...." former Meta chief AI scientist
“It’s enormous and very impressive, with so much activity and many interesting one-on-one interactions and forums," Yann LeCun, former Chief AI Scientist at Meta.
"India should invest more in research, incentivise more students to pursue advanced degrees and PhDs, and encourage them to stay in India," he added.
Feb 20, 2026 05:23 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Protest at AI summit
Four Congress workers detained after allegedly breaching security at Bharat Mandapam and staging a protest during the ongoing AI Impact Summit in Delhi.
Feb 20, 2026 04:56 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Digital Twin, 'Google Map' of the electricity distribution network at AI summit
At the AI summit, BSES showcased a power network called Digital Twin, resembling the 'Google Map' of the electricity distribution network.
The power network allows you to monitor real-time outages, forecast potential equipment failures and automatically restore faults with an interactive dashboard.
Feb 20, 2026 04:07 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Madhya Pradesh's 'AI Mission'
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced the state's "AI Mission" during the India AI summit in New Delhi.
The initiative aims to leverage artificial intelligence in agriculture, education, and healthcare.
"The government's focus area is also using AI to improve agricultural processes and crop diversification and enhance farmers' income and facilities, as Madhya Pradesh is an agrarian state and its food grain production ranks among the top in the country," said Yadav.
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Feb 20, 2026 03:07 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Andhra Pradesh and IBM partnership to train one lakh youth in AI
CM N Chandrababu Naidu announced Andhra Pradesh's partnership with IBM to train one lakh youth in AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.
"The initiative will provide industry-ready skills to learners, bolstering Andhra Pradesh's emerging tech workforce," said Naidu.
A letter of intent was signed at the AI Impact Summit with Ana Paula, Chair of IBM, and other officials.
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Feb 20, 2026 01:57 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: One year of BJP rule in Delhi, promises on Yamuna, roads, water and air, work in progress on most fronts
As the BJP-led Delhi government completes one year in office, its environment and civic governance agenda has been dominated by three flagship priorities — cleaning the Yamuna, clearing Delhi’s landfills, and tackling air pollution, alongside commitments on drainage, solid waste management and public transport electrification.
While the party boasts of project approvals, tenders and initial implementation in the past year, for most major promises, timelines are stretching into 2026 and beyond.
Soon after assuming charge, Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh had set a three-year timeline to restore the Yamuna’s health, backed by a multi-agency 43-point rejuvenation plan.
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Feb 20, 2026 01:40 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Traffic curbs in Delhi, advisory issued for commuters
Traffic restrictions and route diversions will be in place across several key roads in the national capital on Friday afternoon due to "official exigencies", Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisory.
Delhi is hosting the India AI Impact Summit, which is being attended by more than 500 global AI leaders and over 100 government representatives, including more than 20 heads of state and government.
Traffic movement is likely to be affected between 1 pm and 5.30 pm on multiple arterial stretches, particularly in central and north Delhi areas, the advisory said.
Some of these areas include W-Point, ITO Chowk, BSZ Marg, JLN Marg, Rajghat crossing, Shanti Van crossing, Hanuman Mandir, ISBT Kashmere Gate, Monastery Market, Chandgi Ram Akhara, Delhi Vidhan Sabha, Vishwavidyalaya metro station and North Campus of Delhi University, it said.
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Feb 20, 2026 01:01 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Delhi HC asks Jaideep Sengar to surrender in Unnao custodial death case
The Delhi High Court on Friday asked Jaideep Sengar, brother of Unnao rape case convict Kuldeep Sengar, to surrender before jail authorities in connection with his conviction in the custodial death case of the survivor's father.
A bench of Justices Navin Chawla and Ravinder Dudeja was hearing a plea by the convict for further extension of interim bail upon suspension of the 10-year sentence.
It observed that the interim bail granted to Jaideep Sengar in July 2024 was last extended in April 2025 and since then, in spite of five dates, no order of any further extension or suspension of his sentence has been passed by the court.
As the senior counsel for Jaideep Sengar urged the bench to extend the period of his release on account of his health, the bench said, "You surrender and then we will see." "Although there is no extension of interim suspension of sentence granted, we find he has still not surrendered. Before we proceed to consider his application for further extension of suspension of sentence, we require the appellant to first surrender," the bench ordered.
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Feb 20, 2026 12:34 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta says govt focused on results, not rhetoric
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said her government’s one-year report card reflects 'hard work and change', emphasising results over promises.
She said the administration prioritised action over announcements, reduced paperwork, improved work culture, and delivered solutions across sectors instead of 'poster or tweet politics.'
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Feb 20, 2026 12:14 PM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Delhi HC seeks police's stand on wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea
The Delhi High Court on Friday sought the stand of Delhi Police on a bail plea by Olympian Sushil Kumar in the murder case of former junior national wrestling champion Sagar Dhankar.
Justice Anup J Bhambhani issued notice to Delhi Police and the kin of the deceased, and asked them to file a status report and a reply, respectively.
Noting that the Supreme Court had cancelled the bail granted to Kumar by the high court in August last year, the judge remarked, "I think you are being ambitious." "Once the Supreme Court has taken a view, what do you expect from me?" the court asked.
The counsel for the accused said the bail plea should be considered since all public witnesses have been examined in the trial.
The counsel for Delhi Police and the deceased's kin, however, said all public witnesses were yet to be examined.
(PTI)
Feb 20, 2026 11:02 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: India signs agreement to join US-led coalition Pax Silica
India on Friday joined a US-led strategic alliance, 'Pax Silica', that is aimed at building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals and artificial intelligence.
India signed a pact joining the coalition at a ceremony at the AI Impact Summit here.
The signing ceremony was attended by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and US envoy to India Sergio Gor among others.
Gor said Pax Silica is a coalition of capabilities.
"Pax Silica is a declaration that future belongs to those who build and when free people join forces," US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said.
(PTI)
Feb 20, 2026 10:58 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav joins leaders at Bharat Mandapam
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav arrived at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, being held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi.
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Feb 20, 2026 10:50 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: 'My girl lay soaked in blood but no one stopped to help,' recalls Janakpuri accident victim
No one stopped to help her while she desperately pleaded for help as her granddaughter lay soaked in blood after a car rammed into their e-rickshaw, recalled the elderly woman after the horrific accident in West Delhi's Janakpuri.
The woman was taking her six-year-old granddaughter to school on the morning of February 17 when the tragedy struck.
"The e-rickshaw driver was driving very gently. Suddenly, a speeding white car collided with our e-rickshaw, and the three of us fell. I begged the car driver to take my baby to the hospital in his car. But he ran away," said Mercy Xavier, the girl's maternal grandmother.
The girl's mother said she got a call from a hospital staffer informing her about the accident and her mother's fervent pleas for help on the road that fell on deaf ears.
(PTI)
Feb 20, 2026 10:36 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Google CEO Sundar Pichai calls for global inclusive AI collaboration
Google CEO Sundar Pichai said the US-India partnership plays a critical role in ensuring the benefits of artificial intelligence are widely accessible and reach people across societies and economies, reports PTI.
Feb 20, 2026 10:32 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor says Pax Silica is a coalition of capabilities
At the AI Summit, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said there are significant opportunities for cooperation between the two countries. He expressed optimism about expanding engagement in key areas.
He described Pax Silica as a 'coalition of capabilities', underscoring its focus on strengthening trusted technology partnerships.
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Feb 20, 2026 10:17 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis flags global stress on agriculture systems
At the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said global food systems face climate volatility, falling water tables and fragile supply chains. He stressed for the Global South, agriculture underpins livelihoods, stability and national security in the summit.
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Feb 20, 2026 09:51 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu to attend India AI Impact Summit today
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will attend the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam. He e will oversee key MoUs in AI, quantum technology and advanced skilling, boosting the state’s innovation, research and global technology partnerships.
During the visit, the Chief Minister will preside over the exchange of several strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in the field of artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and advanced skilling, reports PTI.
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Feb 20, 2026 09:39 AM IST
Delhi News Live Updates: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for AI Impact Summit 2026
Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory in view of the AI Impact Summit 2026, announcing special traffic arrangements on 20 February 2026.
According to the advisory, restrictions and diversions will be in place from 08:00 am to 10:00 am and again from 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm.
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