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Shah Rukh Khan to shoot for his portions in Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer2’ in March?

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Chennai, Feb 21, 2026
If sources in the industry are to be believed, Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan is to shoot for Superstar Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ in March this year.

Sources in the unit say that only Shah Rukh Khan’s portions remain to be shot and that the Bollywood star will begin shooting for his portions in the film in March this year. Once Shah Rukh’s portions, which will be shot over a period of seven to eight days, are shot, the film will be wrapped.

Sources also inform that Shah Rukh Khan’s role in the film will be like an extended cameo.

Director Nelson Dilipkumar’s ‘Jailer 2’ has triggered huge anticipation among fans and film buffs for several reasons.

One of the prime reasons is that ‘Jailer 2’ promises to have loads of action and entertainment just like the first part which went on to emerge a blockbuster, raking in a whopping 650 crores worldwide.

‘Jailer 1’, which opened to positive reviews, took a strong opening. In fact, the film’s overseas distributor Ayngaran International confirmed that the film had made a whopping 33 crores on its very first day, the highest in Superstar Rajinikanth’s career!

Sources close to the unit say that ‘Jailer 2’ is shaping up well on the lines of ‘Jailer 1’.

It may be recalled that Superstar Rajinikanth had celebrated his 75th birthday on the sets of ‘Jailer 2’ last year.

Shooting of the second part of ‘Jailer’ began in Chennai first. Sun Pictures, the production house producing the action entertainer, had announced that shooting for the film had commenced on March 10 last year.

Interest in the film peaked when Sun Pictures released an exceptionally interesting teaser that was both funny and thrilling.

Not long after this, actress Ramya Krishnan shared a story on her first day of shooting for the second part of the film which was going on at Attapaadi in Kerala.

She said, “26 years of Padayappa and the first day shoot of Jailer 2.”

Ramya Krishnan plays the character of Vijaya Pandian a.k.a Viji, the wife of Rajinikanth’s character Muthuvel Pandian, in the film.

Sources say that actress Mirnaa, who plays Swetha Pandian, Rajinikanth’s daughter-in –law in the film, too will have a pivotal role in the sequel. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi too have shot for ‘Jailer 2’.

Anirudh, whose music played a vital role in making the first part emerge a blockbuster, is scoring the music for the second part as well.(Agency)

ECI publishes final electoral roll for Chhattisgarh; total voters at 1,87,30,914

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Raipur, Feb 21, 2026
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday published the final electoral roll for Chhattisgarh, with the total number of registered voters in the state reaching 1,87,30,914, including a net addition of 2,34,994 new voters.

The Commission released the final electoral roll following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise conducted across the state over the past four months, which included detailed verification of every voter listed in the previous electoral roll.

“After the four-month-long Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the final publication of the electoral roll was completed on February 21, 2026, in which a total of 1,87,30,914 voters have been registered,” according to an official press note issued by the ECI.

The SIR drive in Chhattisgarh commenced on October 27, 2025, and continued for four months across the state. During this period, 27,196 officially appointed Booth Level Officers (BLOs) conducted door-to-door visits to distribute enumeration forms and completed the process of matching and verification of voter records, the Commission said.

The press note further stated that claims and objections related to the inclusion, deletion, and correction of names were received between December 23, 2025, and January 22, 2026, and the disposal of all such claims and objections was completed on February 14, 2026.

The Commission also clarified that the latest electoral rolls have been published along with photographs collected from voters during the SIR exercise to ensure accuracy and transparency.

According to the ECI’s final electoral data, Surguja district has a total of 6,02,310 voters, with a net addition of 3,813 voters (0.64 per cent). Bilaspur district has 13,41,254 voters, with an addition of 29,031 voters (2.21 per cent).

Raigarh district has 8,42,695 voters, with an addition of 9,014 voters (1.08 per cent), while Rajnandgaon district has 7,92,482 voters, with an addition of 12,277 voters (1.57 per cent). Durg district has a total of 11,35,061 voters, with an addition of 30,913 voters (2.80 per cent), and Raipur district has 13,93,967 voters, with a net addition of 521 voters (0.04 per cent).

The press note stated that Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Chhattisgarh, Yashwant Kumar, congratulated and thanked the citizens of the state for their unprecedented support in the revision exercise.

To complete the Special Intensive Revision within the stipulated timeframe, 33 District Election Officers, 90 Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), 1,990 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), 27,196 Booth Level Officers (BLOs), and 38,846 Booth Level Agents (BLAs), along with several volunteers, were deployed across the state.

“There has been active participation and cooperation from voters across the state. Cooperation was also received from the media, political parties, and other organisations,” the press note added.(Agency)

Delhi BJP workers protest outside Congress office, demand Rahul’s apology

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New Delhi, Feb 21, 2026
Agitated BJP workers on Saturday climbed barricades during a large protest outside the Congress headquarters in Delhi and demanded an apology from Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for the “shameful” protest by Youth Congress workers at the AI Summit a day earlier.

Led by Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva, the protesters raised slogans against Rahul Gandhi and displayed placards reading “Anti-national Rahul Gandhi apologise”, “Traitors”, and “No tolerance for nation’s disrespect”.

Sachdeva said: “The working style of Rahul Gandhi and the Congress is extremely regrettable. Turning an international platform — the India AI Impact Summit — into a medium for political opposition is condemnable.”

He said the disruption at the summit, which was a crucial opportunity to showcase India’s technological progress and global leadership, was not only inappropriate but also contrary to the national interest.

In a message posted on social media, Sachdeva said: “Today, along with BJP leaders and workers, a protest was held at the Congress headquarters against attempts by Congress workers to tarnish India’s image on the global stage.”

“Differences are natural in a democracy, but any attempt to harm India’s prestige at the international level is unacceptable. For such conduct and mindset, Rahul Gandhi and the Congress Party should publicly apologise to the country,” he added.

Sachdeva alleged that Rahul Gandhi speaks the language of anti-India forces when abroad and indulges in activities inimical to the country’s interests when present in India.

“The protest at the AI Summit has shown that Rahul Gandhi and the Congress are playing into the hands of foreign forces. Their actions amount to betrayal of national interests,” he said.

Sachdeva led the protest march from the Man Singh Road roundabout to the Congress headquarters at 24, Akbar Road, condemning what he described as hooliganism by Youth Congress workers at the summit venue.

Delhi BJP Media Head Praveen Shankar Kapoor said, “Today, Bharatiya Janata Party workers have gathered here voluntarily in large numbers, and you can see thousands of them present.”

“Despite traffic disruptions, people in Delhi were enthusiastic that such a major summit was being hosted in the country. It is expected to bring economic benefits worth crores of rupees and generate thousands of employment opportunities. However, Rahul Gandhi displayed his frustration during the summit by organising a protest driven by political motives. The country will not forgive such actions,” he added.(Agency)

Assam set to become industrial hub of eastern region: HM Amit Shah

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Guwahati, Feb 21, 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that Assam is poised to emerge as the industrial hub of eastern and northeastern India, asserting that the state is witnessing a transformational phase under the BJP’s double-engine government.

Addressing a public meeting after laying the foundation stone for the new campus of the 10th Battalion of Assam Police in Kamrup district, HM Shah said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has allocated nearly Rs 15 lakh crore for Assam’s development, laying the foundation for rapid industrial growth and expansion of infrastructure.

He said that over the next five years, the people of Assam will witness a major industrial push, which will create employment opportunities and further strengthen the state’s economy.

“Assam is moving decisively towards becoming a key industrial centre of the eastern and northeastern region,” HM Shah said.

Highlighting the government’s action against encroachment, the Union Home Minister said that the BJP-led governments at the Centre and in the state have freed more than one lakh bighas of land from encroachers.

He noted that the new campus of the 10th Battalion of Assam Police will be constructed on 174 bighas of land that was previously under encroachment.

HM Shah said that issues which were once seen as security challenges are now being converted into strengths for the security forces through improved infrastructure, better training, and enhanced facilities.

“The concern regarding security has been transformed into a strong point for our forces,” he added.

He also highlighted the extensive development of infrastructure in Assam in recent years, citing major improvements in road connectivity, railway networks, and bridge construction across the state.

According to HM Shah, improved infrastructure has not only accelerated economic activity but has also enhanced connectivity and accessibility in several regions of Assam.

The Union Home Minister said the Centre remains committed to the overall development of Assam, with a focus on ensuring peace, progress, and prosperity.

He added that strong governance, decisive action against encroachment, and sustained investment in infrastructure are collectively contributing to the emergence of a new Assam.(Agency)

Srinagar court sentences guardian to three-year imprisonment in minor driving case

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Srinagar, Feb 21, 2026
In a significant judgement, a court in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar city sentenced the guardian to three-year imprisonment and fine of Rs 25,000 in connection with a case related to a minor driving a vehicle.

Shabir Ahmad Malik, Special Mobile Magistrate (Traffic) Kashmir sentenced the guardian of a minor caught driving a vehicle, to three-year imprisonment, fine of Rs 25,000 and cancelled the registration of the vehicle driven by the minor.

In its judgement, the court said,”From the perusal of Section 199-A (supra), it transpires that where an offence under this Act has been committed by a juvenile, the guardian of such juvenile or the owner of the motor vehicle shall be deemed to be guilty of the contravention and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly.”

“It has been further provided that, In addition to the penalty under sub-section (1) such guardian or owner shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and with a fine of Rs 25,000, besides the registration of the motor vehicle used in the commission of the offence shall be cancelled for a period of 12 months and such juvenile shall not be eligible to be granted a driving license under Section 9 or a learner’s license under Section 8 until such juvenile has attained the age of twenty-five years,” it read.

It said, “Since Section 199-A makes the guardian of the juvenile or the owner of the motor vehicle liable, as such the Challan has been issued against the guardian of the minor-violator and he was directed to appear before the court, accordingly the guardian/accused along with his counsel appeared before this court and his statement has been recorded. The accused pleaded guilty and did not claim trial.

The statement of the accused has been reduced into writing and is made part of the record.”

On consideration of the statement of accused, nature of offence and satisfaction of this Court as to the voluntariness of plea of guilty of accused person, it is evident that the accused does not want to avail the opportunity to defend himself against the offence mentioned above, despite sufficient opportunity.

“Since, the accused has pleaded guilty and does not want t o avail the opportunity to defend himself, as such there is no need to proceed further with the trial.

Therefore, keeping in view the above mentioned facts and circumstances and the statement of the accused person wherein h e pleaded guilty, the accused person is accordingly convicted for the commission of offence under Section 199A of Motor Vehicles Act 1988.

Therefore, under Section 199-A I propose to sentence the accused to Three (3) Years simple imprisonment and Rupees Twenty Five Thousand (Rs. 25,000/-) as fine. “Further the registration of vehicle bearing registration number JK04K-0673 shall be cancelled for a period of twelve months.”

Since the offence does not involve any moral turpitude and the violator has not been previously convicted and having regard to his age and antecedents the purpose of justice shall be served if the case is considered under Probation of Offenders Act, and accused is given benefit of probation, it said.

“Therefore, considering the above mentioned facts and circumstances the accused is directed to execute a bond to the tune of rupees Two Lakhs (2,00,000) for keeping peace and good behavior for the period of Two (2) year and in violation of any conditions of bond during the period o f these Two (2) year the accused shall receive the proposed sentence and the bond amount of rupees Two Lakhs shall be forfeited to the government.

The vehicle bearing registration No. JK04K-0673 and documents (if any) shall be released in favour of the registered owner. The Challan is accordingly disposed of and shall be consigned to records after its due completion,” it said.(Agency)

Should raise issues at right place and time: INDIA bloc allies slam Youth Cong protest

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New Delhi, Feb 21, 2026
As the Indian Youth Congress, on Saturday, shared a photograph of Mahatma Gandhi on social media to defend its dramatic shirtless protest during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, leaders from the constituents of the Opposition INDIA bloc criticised the move, citing concerns over the country’s image on international platforms.

Allies of the Congress within the INDIA bloc, including the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Samajwadi Party (SP), expressed reservations about the manner of the protest, saying there were more appropriate ways to raise concerns.

The Congress’ allies said that the protest was not carried out at an appropriate venue, as, according to them, holding such demonstrations at any international platform harms the global standing of the nation.

RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha told IANS, “Grievances exist, and no one can deny that. Whether it’s about the lack of clarity in a deal or issues with Epstein Files, there could have been a better way to address these concerns.”

“In my view, the Youth Congress acted, but personally, as I see it, any movement needs to be handled responsibly. In the past, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members have done similar things, but that doesn’t make it right for anyone. The point is, grievances exist, people, especially a section of farmers, are worried, and there could have been a better option for how and where these concerns were expressed,” he added.

Reacting to the Youth Congress workers’ protest against the AI Summit, SP Spokesperson Fakhrul Hasan Chaand, told IANS, “Our party believes that the topic of the protest was nice, but the venue was not. Every matter should be placed in a democratic country, but it is equally important that these should be raised in the right place and at the right time.”

“The protest by the Congress workers should not have happened in that event venue. It was not the right thing to do,” he added.

This came a day after the Youth Congress members carried out a protest inside New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam during the high-profile India AI Impact Summit, raising slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Central government over alleged “unemployment, inflation and the reported India-US trade deal”.

The protest triggered strong reactions from leaders of the BJP-led NDA, who accused the Congress of attempting to “tarnish” the country’s image at an international event attended by global delegates.

Amid the backlash, the Youth Congress posted on X, seeking to justify its actions.

In the X post, the Youth Congress wrote, “Hum Gandhiji ke Vanshaj hai, Shirtless hi sahi (We are descendants of Gandhiji, even if we are shirtless).”

The message was accompanied by a photograph of Mahatma Gandhi bearing the tag ‘Shirtless Congressi’.

The BJP strongly objected to the social media post, saying it was inappropriate to justify such an act by drawing a comparison with the Father of the Nation.

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma told reporters, “This was not a shirtless protest, but a shameless protest. If they (Congress) felt there was any discrepancy in a major process, then ‘gheraoing’ (cornering) a Minister or concerned official would have been understandable. However, doing such a protest on a platform where global leaders have arrived, is that the right thing to do?”

“This should never have happened. Doing politics by placing the country in such a position is not right. Not every place is for politics,” he added.

BJP National Spokesperson R.P. Singh compared the incident with protests linked to former JNU Umar Khalid, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots.

Speaking to IANS, Singh said, “A few years ago, Umar Khalid did something similar. The timing of the CAA protests was deliberately chosen when the then US President Donald Trump was visiting India. It was done intentionally to send a message to the world and to defame India globally.”

“What Rahul Gandhi has done today is the same as what Umar Khalid did. By sending his party workers to protest at a time when heads of state from 20 countries and representatives from around 100 countries were present in Delhi, it was a deliberate act. This was not a protest; it was an attempt to malign the country,” he added.

BJP National Spokesperson Rohan Gupta also criticised the comparison with Mahatma Gandhi.

Speaking to IANS, he said, “It is unfortunate that they (Congress) are drawing parallels for this indecent protest with such a big personality (Mahatma Gandhi). Doing such things on an international platform is not right. Did Congress not feel that? The Congress youth wing cannot do this without directions from the high command. They should apologise instead of providing such baseless explanations.”

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said, “The naked reality of Congress mentality is being clearly exposed before the people of the country. They stand with an anti-national mentality. They do not want to see the growing pride of the nation, the growing development of the nation.”

“Rahul Gandhi’s mental nakedness is embarrassing. The Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) is working to make India a ‘Viksit Bharat’, while on the other hand, you are trying to defame it,” he added.(Agency)

BJP Yuva Morcha workers clash with police during march to Congress office in Jaipur

BJP Yuva Morcha workers clash with police

Jaipur, Feb 21, 2026
Workers of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha clashed briefly with police on Saturday while attempting to march towards the state headquarters of the Indian National Congress in Jaipur.

The BJYM workers were protesting against the Youth Congress’s shirtless protest at the AI summit at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on Friday, which has drawn sharp political reactions.

The Yuva Morcha had already announced plans on Friday to gherao the Congress office on Saturday.

On Saturday morning, Yuva Morcha workers gathered at Martyrs’ Memorial in Jaipur and held a protest against Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. Following the demonstration, they began marching on foot towards the Congress office via Sansar Chandra Road.

As the group approached the party headquarters, police set up barricades to stop them from proceeding further. When some protesters attempted to scale the barricades, a brief scuffle broke out between the workers and the police. The situation was brought under control shortly thereafter.

Yuva Morcha State President Shankar Gora criticised the Congress during the protest, accusing it of targeting the Prime Minister and acting against national interests.

On Friday evening, Yuva Morcha workers had also burned an effigy of Rahul Gandhi and raised slogans against the Congress in Jaipur.

Saturday’s march was part of the BJP youth wing’s continued protest campaign in response to the developments at the AI Summit in New Delhi.

In a statement, the Indian Youth Congress had said that the demonstration was meant to highlight concerns that “corporate interests are being prioritised over national interests” and alleged that the government’s foreign policy stance had weakened.

The group also linked the protest to economic issues such as rising prices and joblessness, claiming that young people were increasingly frustrated.(Agency)

Kareena Kapoor reveals son Jeh’s birthday was all about ‘planting trees & being free’

Kareena Kapoor with hubby Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai, Feb 21, 2026
Actress Kareena Kapoor and actor Saif Ali Khan’s younger son Jeh is celebrating his 5th birthday on Saturday.

Wishing her little one on his special day, Bebo revealed that Jeh spent his birthday painting trees with his parents and brother Taimur.

Kareena took to her official Insta handle and uploaded a couple of adorable snaps of the family getting their hands dirty for a good cause.

“Birthday’s are all about planting trees and being free (Red heart and raindown emoji) Happy birthday Son…(Red heart emoji) Jeh Baba (Red heart emoji) (sic),” she wished her little munchkin in the caption.

For the unaware, Kareena tied the knot with actor Saif Ali Khan in October 2012 in a close-knit ceremony. The couple welcomed their first child together, son Taimur, in 2016, followed by another boy, Jeh, in 2021.

Jeh’s ‘bua’ and actress Soha Ali Khan also used social media to provide a peek into his Naruto-themed birthday celebration.

Soha took to her Insta account and uploaded some photos from the fun birthday party, which was attended by Soha, Saif, Kareena, Karisma Kapoor, Saba Ali Khan, and Neha Dhupia, along with several children.

For the caption, Soha penned, “Blink and he’s five. Cake cutting photos have to be chaos. Can see the cake – birthday boy, not so much! (But we could hear him) And through it all is Bebo looking as cool as a cucumber – how??!!”

Jeh’s another aunt, and Saif’s sister Saba Pataudi also published some more pics from the birthday album on social media, along with a special birthday note that went, “Jehjaan! 1..2…then its suddenly 5;) How…When? Time flies..watching you grow from a little ball of energy to an amplified version, my warrior prince! Love you to the moon n back! Keep being YOU. Happy happy 5th Birthday my darling Jehbaba.”(Agency)

US tariff cut to 10 pc brings relief for India, other emerging economies: Expert

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New Delhi, Feb 21, 2026
Calling the US decision to reduce tariffs to 10 per cent a ‘very positive development’ for emerging markets, an expert on Saturday said the move helps normalise global trade and brings much-needed clarity to businesses and investors.

Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of an event organised by All India Management Association (AIMA) here, Vishal Kampani, Senior Vice President of AIMA and Vice Chairman & Managing Director of JM Financial Limited, said the US move to reset tariffs to 10 per cent from the earlier 25 per cent is a welcome step. The revised rate will remain in place for the next 150 days.

“I think this is a very positive development for emerging markets. Tariffs have been reset to 10 per cent from the earlier 25 per cent,” he mentioned.

“We were expecting them to settle around 18 per cent, but they have now been reduced to 10 per cent for the next 150 days,” Kampani told IANS.

He explained that the move helps bring uniformity to global trade. According to him, many countries earlier had different tariff rates, but setting a 10 per cent rate across countries, including India, helps normalise the system. “It just resets it back to where we were,” he said.

However, Kampani also urged caution, noting that the US has several policy tools at its disposal.

“Let’s just wait and see what tools they come up with to change some of these rules again,” he told IANS, pointing out that there are internal conflicts within the US that could influence future policy decisions.

Speaking about the AIMA event, Kampani said he was delighted to be part of the leadership team in its 70th year.

He described the gathering as exciting, with discussions covering politics, economics, finance and several other key topics.

The US decision to lower tariffs to 10 per cent across countries, including India, is being seen as a major relief for emerging markets that were dealing with higher trade barriers.

Market participants believe the move could help improve trade flows and boost investor confidence in developing economies.(Agency)

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