Rescue operations continue in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district, where eight workers have been trapped for nearly 48 hours following the collapse of a section of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is working to drain accumulated water and remove debris to reach the trapped individuals. NDRF Deputy Commandant Sukhendu Datta reported that teams have advanced approximately 13.5 kilometers into the tunnel using locomotives and conveyor belts. However, the final 200 meters remain obstructed by muck and silt, complicating rescue efforts. Telangana Minister J. Krishna Rao expressed concerns about the workers' survival, citing the severity of the collapse and the challenging conditions inside the tunnel.   

Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan criticised Air India after being given a broken seat on a flight from Bhopal to Delhi. He shared his experience in a post on X, calling it unfair to passengers. Chouhan said the airline knew about the faulty seat but still sold the ticket. He completed the 1.30-hour journey without changing seats. Air India apologised and promised to fix the issue. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has ordered an inquiry. Many passengers have complained about Air India's poor service, despite improvements under the Tata Group's management.

The parents of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-murder victim have expressed frustration over the authorities' delay in allowing them to see their daughter's body. They allege that officials waited for her to die before permitting them to view her. The family is seeking justice and has appealed to the public to join them in protests against the delay. They have also met with various officials, including RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, to seek assistance in their pursuit of justice.

On February 22, 2025, a section of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district collapsed, trapping eight workers approximately 14 kilometers inside. The incident occurred during morning operations involving around 50 workers; while many escaped, eight remain unaccounted for. Rescue efforts have been challenging due to debris and water obstructing access. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) are on-site, working to clear the tunnel and establish contact. Authorities are providing oxygen, and top leaders have assured full support.

On February 23, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Bageshwar Dham Medical and Science Research Centre in Chattarpur, Madhya Pradesh, criticized individuals who mock India's religious and cultural traditions. He described such actions as stemming from a "mentality of slavery" and accused these individuals of attempting to divide society and weaken the nation's unity. Modi also praised Bageshwar Dham chief, Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, for promoting societal unity and initiating the establishment of the cancer institute. 

Punjab Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal led the non-existent Department of Administrative Reforms for nearly 20 months, as revealed by a recent government notification. Initially assigned this portfolio in May 2023 after a cabinet reshuffle, Dhaliwal continued in the role until the oversight was discovered. In response, he stated, "For me, the department is not important; Punjab is important." Opposition parties, including the BJP, criticized the AAP-led state government for this administrative lapse, with leaders highlighting it as a significant governance failure. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann defended the government, explaining that the department had been restructured to implement effective reforms.   

On February 22, 2025, a section of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district collapsed, trapping eight workers approximately 200 meters inside the 500-foot-deep tunnel. At the time of the incident, 60 workers were present; 52 managed to escape, some with injuries. The trapped individuals include engineers Manoj Kumar and Sri Niwas from Uttar Pradesh, four laborers from Jharkhand, and two machine operators from Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab. Rescue operations, involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Army teams, are focused on dewatering and clearing debris to locate the workers. The collapse was reportedly caused by a sudden influx of water and soil into the tunnel.

DGCA Seeks Report from Air India Following Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's Complaint About Broken Seat   The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has requested a detailed report from Air India after Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reported being assigned a defective seat on a flight from Bhopal to Delhi. Minister Chouhan expressed his dissatisfaction on social media, highlighting that despite the Tata Group's acquisition of Air India, service quality remains subpar. In response, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has directed Air India to address the issue promptly. Air India has issued an apology and initiated an investigation to prevent future occurrences.   

In response to the Maharashtra Cyber Cell's summons over the 'India's Got Latent' controversy, actress Rakhi Sawant has questioned the prioritization of such issues over more severe crimes. The summons were issued following public backlash against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia's inappropriate remarks on the show, leading to multiple FIRs and a National Commission for Women inquiry. Sawant expressed her disapproval, suggesting that law enforcement should concentrate on punishing rapists and addressing serious offenses rather than focusing on entertainment-related controversies.

In a distressing incident, a 30-year-old woman from Delhi, now residing in Bengaluru, was allegedly gang-raped by four hotel workers on a hotel terrace in Koramangala. The assault occurred past midnight on Thursday. The accused—Ajit from Koramangala, Shivu and Vishwas from HSR Layout, and Shimol from Adugodi—are in their mid-20s and work as assistants and chefs in various hotels. The incident came to light when the woman's husband reported the assault to the police on Friday morning. The accused have been arrested and are undergoing medical examinations before being presented in court.