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Thursday, February 19, 2026
TopicBJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar

Topic: BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar

SC stays Delhi HC order suspending Unnao rape convict Sengar’s life term—‘judges too prone to error’

CJI-led bench questioned HC’s interpretation of the definition of a 'public servant' under POCSO Act. It noted that the ex-BJP MLA continues to be in jail in another case.

Kuldeep Sengar, the Unnao rape accused even BJP can’t act against

A prominent Thakur leader, Kuldeep Singh Sengar is referred to as a ‘bahubali’. Before joining the BJP, Sengar had experimented with Congress, BSP and SP.

Owner of truck that hit Unnao rape survivor’s car belongs to same district as Sengar’s

Murder case registered against BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar and others a day after Unnao rape survivor’s accident. Truck driver, owner arrested.

Unnao teen has no clue of #MeToo, just wants her ‘rapist’ BJP MLA sacked

Unnao teen allegedly raped by BJP MLA isn’t interested in knowing about #MeToo movement. Says speaking up has done nothing for her.

Death of CBI witness in Unnao rape-custody death case sparks controversy

Uncle of Unnao gang rape victim, whose father died in custody, wants postmortem of the body. The witness’ wife says he died of natural causes. 

On Camera

Telangana spoke up for Muslim vendor who was attacked. South is different from the North

A poor Muslim man from Kurnool, selling khoya buns during the Medaram Jatara in Telangana, was harassed by some YouTubers and surrounded by a mob over allegations of 'food jihad'.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

US military commander, envoy Sergio Gor visit Indian Army Western Command, Bengaluru next

At the Western Army Command, the American delegation was briefed on the capabilities of the formation, past operations and the path ahead.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.