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100 people rescued after fire engulfs Ahmedabad commercial complex; no casualties

A major fire erupted in an Ahmedabad office complex on Thursday. Over 100 people were safely rescued from the 11-storey building. The blaze started on the fourth floor of a real estate office. Firefighters worked for an hour to control the flames. Fortunately, no lives were lost in the incident.

The Economic Times 12 Feb 2026 9:10 pm

Over 2,000 people enjoyed helicopter ride during Raichur Zilla Utsav

The district administration, for the first time, launched a week-long helicopter ride for the people to watch the Raichur city from the sky

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 7:58 pm

One in two people facing cataract blindness need access to surgery: Lancet study

Eye-care workforce should be expanded and better distributed, particularly in rural and undeserved areas

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 7:17 pm

I Hate People Smoking In Public: Bengaluru Techie Creates AI Tool That Scolds Smokers

A techie created a device that deters smokers by playing a baby's cough and a grandmother's scolding when it detects smoking nearby.

NDTV 12 Feb 2026 6:11 pm

Govt Working To Bring J&K People Into National Mainstream: MoS

NEW DELHI, Feb 12: The government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is working to bring the youth of Jammu and Kashmir into the national mainstream and prevent them from going on the wrong path, Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje said in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Replying to supplementary questions in the Upper House during the Question Hour, she said there was a time when incidents of stone pelting were commonly seen in [] The post Govt Working To Bring J&K People Into National Mainstream: MoS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 Feb 2026 5:43 pm

Quote of the day by Taylor Swift: 'No matter what happens in life, be good to people...'

Taylor Swift, a global music phenomenon, has redefined success as the highest-earning touring artist and richest female musician. Beyond her record-breaking sales and tours, she champions women's rights, LGBTQ equality, and social justice through advocacy and significant philanthropic contributions. Her evolving musical journey and unparalleled achievements solidify her status as a cultural icon.

The Economic Times 12 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

Tamil Nadu BJP chief says DMK is 'deceiving people' with false promises

Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran has accused the ruling DMK of making false promises. He joined striking nutritious meal and anganwadi workers, highlighting their unfulfilled demands. Nagendran assured the workers of BJP support. He stated the party will address their concerns once the NDA forms the government in the 2026 Assembly elections.

The Economic Times 12 Feb 2026 3:00 pm

Opposition MPs Protest Anti-People Provisions in Proposed Indo-US Trade Deal, Support Bharat Bandh

Opposition MPs protest alleged anti-people clauses in proposed Indo-US trade deal and support farmers Bharat Bandh, demanding transparency and parliamentary debate.

Web Dunia 12 Feb 2026 1:18 pm

Study suggests people with obesity 70 pc more likely to be hospitalised, die from infectious disease

NEW DELHI, Feb 10: People with obesity could be 70 per cent more likely to be hospitalised or die from an infectious disease, including flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia, according to a study published in The Lancet journal. In 2023, obesity was linked to one in ten infection-related global deaths, researchers said, even as they said estimates of obesitys global impact should be interpreted with caution. Researchers from the UK and Finland said that people with obesity were seen to have [] The post Study suggests people with obesity 70 pc more likely to be hospitalised, die from infectious disease appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 Feb 2026 12:08 pm

Network People Services Technologies consolidated net profit rises 124.95% in the December 2025 quarter

Sales rise 147.74% to Rs 52.62 crore

Business Standard 12 Feb 2026 9:20 am

Priyanka Chopra recalls how marriage to Nick Jonas rubbed people the wrong way

Priyanka Chopra has opened up about the intense scrutiny surrounding her 2018 wedding to Nick Jonas, saying criticism over their intercultural relationship and age gap was deeply hurtful. Now eight years into their marriage, she says they chose to focus on each other instead of public opinion

Mid Day 12 Feb 2026 8:34 am

AAP: A betrayal of peoples expectation

The Times of India 12 Feb 2026 6:23 am

TPCC Chief: BJP Trying to Provoke People in Municipal Polls

He added that higher voter turnout would result in the election of leaders committed to public service.

Deccan Chronicle 11 Feb 2026 11:04 pm

Religious minister receives 100 tons of Saudi's dates for RI's people

Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar on Wednesday received 100 tons of dates from King Salman of ...

Antara News 11 Feb 2026 10:01 pm

Telangana Govt Asks People To Give Up Land For Musi Riverfront

In return, they would receive Transferable Development Rights (TDR) which will allow additional construction elsewhere

Deccan Chronicle 11 Feb 2026 9:25 pm

People urged to take precautions as temperatures rise

DMO warns of sunstroke and dehydration risks; advises limiting outdoor exposure between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The Hindu 11 Feb 2026 8:19 pm

Telangana municipal polls: Peoples Pulse exit poll predicts big win for Congress

Hyderabad: Peoples Pulse exit poll has predicted a thumping win for the Congress in the Telangana Municipal Elections held on Wednesday, February 11. According to the survey, the ruling party is likely to secure winning seats in 68-76 municipalities, nearly 60 per cent of the total 116 municipalities. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is likely Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 11 Feb 2026 7:57 pm

Satheesan accuses LDF govt. of forcing people into debt trap

Leader of the Opposition claims that the LDF government is about to complete its tenure after pushing people into the highest ever debt trap in the history of the State

The Hindu 11 Feb 2026 7:17 pm

This city on Earth is closest to space where people struggle to breathe: All about their daily life

La Rinconada, Peru, is the world's highest permanent settlement, where residents endure extreme altitude and scarce oxygen in pursuit of gold. Life is a daily struggle with minimal infrastructure, high crime, and an average lifespan of 35-40 years, making it a testament to human resilience in harsh conditions.

The Times of India 11 Feb 2026 4:57 pm

People will decide whether T.N. will have coalition or single-party government: Congress MP

He blames the Congress for not having insisted on sharing power in 2006 when the DMK failed to get a simple majority

The Hindu 11 Feb 2026 4:07 pm

4.73 Lakh People Surveyed Under Mission YUVA, 24,594 Illiterate

SRINAGAR: Official data tabled in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly reveals that out of 473,936 individuals identified as not working but willing to work under Mission YUVA, 126,059 possess higher secondary qualifications, 98,466 are graduates, and 70,428 are postgraduates, underscoring the scale of educated unemployment in the Union Territory. The data records 24,594 illiterate []

KashmirLife 11 Feb 2026 3:59 pm

How rich people save money (And how you can too)

Ever wondered how super-rich people stay wealthy? What are the secrets that help them save money? Well, here's the truth: It's not luck, but small, consistent habits that make them rich over time. From Warren Buffett's idea of investing in quality over quantity to self-made millionaires preaching pay yourself first, here we list some billionaires and their simple habits that helped them save big. Here's what you can learn from them:

The Times of India 11 Feb 2026 3:54 pm

People, data are Indias biggest strengths; Budget silent on safeguards: Rahul

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said Indias greatest assets are its 1.4 billion people and their data, asserting that the Union Budget fails to adequately protect them. Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Budget debate, he highlighted AI, food and energy as key pillars of national strength and accused the government of compromising

Mid Day 11 Feb 2026 3:05 pm

Is HbA1c failing as the standard diabetes test for people in South Asia

The standard diabetes test, HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin), which is commonly used to diagnose and monitor type-2 diabetes (T2D), may not always give accurate results for people in South Asia, especially in India. This is because many people in the region have anaemia, blood disorders like sickle cell disease or thalassaemia, and G6PD deficiency, which can affect HbA1c readings. A recent article published in Lancet Regional Health: Southeast Asia highlighted these concerns. The study suggests that relying only on HbA1c to diagnose or monitor type-2 diabetes may mislead doctors and patients in South Asia. The review was led by Anoop Misra,

The Sen Times 11 Feb 2026 2:18 pm

Indonesia targets 130 mln people for free health checks in 2026

Indonesias Health Ministry aims to enroll 130 million people in its free health screening program in ...

Antara News 11 Feb 2026 9:41 am

Kapil Sharma recalls battling depression at 36: `People said he is finished`

Kapil Sharma opened up about battling severe depression at 36, revealing he had hit rock bottom as people began calling him finished. The comedian shared how he struggled emotionally after personal and professional

Mid Day 11 Feb 2026 9:02 am

Sajjad, Pawan Gupta grill NC on Budget, say people feeling cheated

Karra for better utilization of allocated funds Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Feb 10: Peoples Conference Member Legislative Assembly, Sajjad Lone and opposition BJP MLA from Udhampur, Pawan Gupta grilled ruling National Conference over the Budget proposals and said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are feeling cheated. Taking part in the Budget discussion in the Legislative Assembly today, Sajad Lone said, it is a typical political budget. It does not show any sign of NCs election manifesto. That is entirely [] The post Sajjad, Pawan Gupta grill NC on Budget, say people feeling cheated appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 11 Feb 2026 4:05 am

Quote of the day by Conrad Hilton: 'Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep...' - inspirational lessons on persistence and achievement by the founder of Hilton Hotels

Quote of the day by Conrad Hilton: Conrad Hilton, founder of the Hilton Hotels chain, emphasized that success is intrinsically linked to continuous action and persistence. He believed that successful individuals keep moving forward, learning from their inevitable mistakes rather than quitting. This philosophy underscores that achievement is a process built on repeated effort and resilience.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:07 am

Asked to use personal laptop at work, new hire feels uneasy - here's what people advised him to do

Reddit advice on using personal laptop at work: A Reddit user's post about being asked to use a personal laptop for a new job sparked widespread concern. Redditors strongly advised against it, citing privacy, security, and liability risks for both employees and employers. The consensus was that companies should provide necessary work equipment.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:33 am

Over 3 L People to Vote in 7 Nalgonda Towns

Superintendent of police Sharat Chandra Pawar said 60 polling stations in the district had been identified as sensitive. He said police had drawn up a detailed plan to ensure free and fair polling, with additional forces to be deployed at sensitive polling stations.

Deccan Chronicle 10 Feb 2026 10:00 pm

Geospatial evolution in India moves pixels to people in continuity of purpose

Geospatial evolution has been more about service delivery, inclusion and resilience, translating pixels captured hundreds of kilometres above Earth into actionable insights for farmers, engineer and, planners

The Hindu Businessline 10 Feb 2026 4:27 pm

Over one lakh people likely to attend two-day Pakala Beach Festival

APTDC, Tourism Department and Maritime Board are jointly hosting this maiden event at Pakala Beach in Prakasam district on February 14-15, 2026

The Hindu 10 Feb 2026 3:27 pm

Quote of the day by Michael Douglas: 'Sometimes we spend more efforts with people that are strangers..'

Michael Douglas, a celebrated Hollywood actor, has had a distinguished career spanning decades. He earned numerous awards for his work in film and television. Douglas began his acting journey in the late 1960s and rose to prominence with roles in The Streets of San Francisco and later iconic films like Fatal Attraction and Wall Street.

The Economic Times 10 Feb 2026 2:09 pm

The first signs of burnout are coming from the people who embrace AI the most

Because employees could do more, work began bleeding into lunch breaks and late evenings. The employees' to-do lists expanded to fill every hour that AI freed up, and then kept going.

TechCrunch 10 Feb 2026 12:16 pm

Eco Review to make people aware of UPs devpt journey: Yogi

The Times of India 10 Feb 2026 9:51 am

Weapons alone cant defeat terror; peoples trust is key: LG

Says protect youth from terror, drugs Jammu Tawi, Feb 9:Calling upon the Jammu and Kashmir Police to hit terrorism hard and work hand in hand with society to wipe out the menace from the Union Territory, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that weapons alone cannot ensure security, peace has to be established by [] The post Weapons alone cant defeat terror; peoples trust is key: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 9 Feb 2026 11:56 pm

Manipur CM assures Kuki-Zo people safe travel to Imphal

The assurance is seen as a move to rebuild confidence after almost three years of ethnic conflict

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 10:54 pm

Candidate seeks high-paying jobs most people have never heard of gets great options and some hilarious ones

Candidate seeks high-paying jobs most people have never heard of. U.S. labor data for 2026 shows a 15% surge in hidden roles paying over $120,000. These jobs sit outside tech and law. Regulation and energy infrastructure drive this growth. Talent shortages are hitting critical levels. AI cannot replace these high-stakes human roles. Entry paths are narrow but fast. Job security is now absolute. These are the best-kept secrets in the 2026 market.

The Economic Times 9 Feb 2026 9:33 pm

Amazon is using AI to help people find their missing dogs: Here's how

Amazon Ring's new AI feature, Search Party for Dogs, is helping reunite lost pets with owners. Neighborhood Ring cameras scan for missing dogs, alerting owners if a match is found. This technology has already helped bring home 99 dogs. The system uses computer vision to identify breeds and sizes.

The Economic Times 9 Feb 2026 7:07 pm

Why People Choose Illusions Over Truth: Nietzsche Explained

Most people are not seeking truththey are searching for comfort in illusions. Friedrich Nietzsche It is an uncomfortable line

Your Story 9 Feb 2026 5:11 pm

Higher income tax for salaried people for using company car: Taxable perquisite value to increase under the draft Income Tax Rule, 2026

New draft Income Tax Rules for 2026 significantly increase the taxable value of company-provided motor cars. These changes, affecting both old and new tax regimes, will lead to higher income tax for employees using employer-provided vehicles for mixed or personal use, with revised perquisite values now reflecting current economic realities.

The Economic Times 9 Feb 2026 4:41 pm

Tamil Nadu BJP poll manifesto panel discusses key inputs and people-centric ideas for 2026 Assembly election

Tamil Nadu assembly elections: BJP convened its 13-member Election Manifesto Committee in Chennai. The meeting, chaired by State President Nainar Nagendran, focused on gathering public input for the upcoming 2026 Assembly polls. The committee aims to reflect the 'Makkalukkaga Makkalidamirundhu' campaign, seeking people-centric ideas for the election.

The Economic Times 9 Feb 2026 2:43 pm

Kanpur accident: U.P. businessmans son ploughs speeding Lamborghini into people; six injured

Eyewitnesses said the car first hit an auto-rickshaw and then crashed into a parked Royal Enfield motorcycle, flinging its rider nearly 10 feet into the air

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 10:48 am

Truck carrying passengers crashes in northern Nigeria, killing at least 30 people

The truck involved in the latest accident was carrying some passengers and goods towards Gujungu town in Kano when it crashed

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 1:33 am

Tirupattur police ask tribal people to surrender country-made firearms

Tirupattur Superintendent of Police P. Shymala Devi makes the request to tribal inhabitants of Yelagiri and Jawadhu Hills as part of a special awareness drive on illegal firearms and poaching

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 12:59 am

People against hate: Uttarakhand residents resist rising communal tensions

For decades, Uttarakhand was was known more for its pilgrimages and forests than for communal discord. In recent years, however, communal tensions have surfaced repeatedly; However, pushing back, standing firm on coexistence, and rejecting the hate

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 12:44 am

Cgarh: Red Carpet Welcome To Maoists Who Surrender, Naxal Ideology To Be Defeated By People: Shah

Naxals who laid down arms will be accorded red carpet welcome: Union home minister Amit Shah

Deccan Chronicle 8 Feb 2026 10:57 pm

Failure to count DNTs in 2027 Census could alienate over 10 crore people: G.N. Devy

In an interview with The Hindu, the Chair of the governments 2006 Technical Advisory Group on DNTs, says the problem of alienating these communities could become much bigger than the problem of enumerating them.

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 10:05 pm

Union Budget will benefit all classes of people, accelerate their overall progress, says Pemmasani Chandrasekhar

It was designed keeping in view many aspects such as ensuring the happiness of middle-class families and positioning India on the global stage, says the Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 7:39 pm

Rs 30 crore Mumbai home bought by Ishaan Khatter; stamp duty alone higher than many peoples annual earnings Report

Actor Ishaan Khatter has purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbais upscale Pali Hill area, according to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix. The nearly 3,000 sq ft apartment is located in Navroz Apartment in Bandra and the transaction was registered recently, as per official records. Registration documents show that the actor paid a substantial amount towards stamp duty and registration charges.

The Economic Times 8 Feb 2026 6:35 pm

Three people, including father and son, killed in luxury car crash in MP

The deceased, including father and son, were on motorcycle to distribute wedding invitation cards, Rewa police said

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 5:10 pm

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Urges People To Detect, Report Infiltrators To Police

Mohan Bhagwat urged people not to give infiltrators any employment and to be more vigilant.

Deccan Chronicle 8 Feb 2026 4:41 pm

Understanding the People-Pleaser Personality

What Is People-Pleasing? People-pleasing is a behavioural pattern in which individuals consistently prioritise others needs, emotions, and expectations over their own. It is often driven by deep-seated fears of rejection, abandonment, or inadequacy. These patterns usually develop in childhood environments where love, approval, or safety felt conditional. As a result, people-pleasing becomes an unhealthy coping [] The post Understanding the People-Pleaser Personality first appeared on .

Islamic Voice 8 Feb 2026 12:33 pm

Delhi Biker Remained In Pit For 8 Hours; Five People Knew, But No One Tried To Rescue

A sub-contractor linked to the project, Rajesh Kumar Prajapati (47), has been arrested and booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

News18 8 Feb 2026 10:46 am

NCsSrinagar leadership welcomespeople-friendlyJ&K Budget

SRINAGAR: A meeting of all Block Presidents and Block Secretaries from the eight constituencies of District Srinagar was held on Saturday at the party headquarters Nawa e Subha. The meeting was chaired by District President Peer Afaq Ahmad and witnessed active participation from senior party functionaries and grassroots representatives. The participants unanimously welcomed the budget []

Kashmir Reader 8 Feb 2026 6:53 am

BJP MLA defiant, says he is only raising peoples issues

The Times of India 8 Feb 2026 6:28 am

People Seeing Reality of Congress Rule: Harish

Harish criticised both the Congress and the BJP, stating that voting for the BJP symbol would be futile.

Deccan Chronicle 8 Feb 2026 12:51 am

Sabari rail: govt. steps rekindle hopes among people along proposed corridor

The project is on the right track, with the State govt. deciding to bear 50% of the cost, including land acquisition expenses, and the Railway Ministry de-freezing the project, say officials

The Hindu 7 Feb 2026 11:24 pm

People raised in State-run orphanages and charity homes struggle with SIR rules on parent mapping

ECI officials have said orphanages name should be entered in the column for parents, but lack of specific guidelines leads to chaos on the ground; with no lineage proof, State must provide needed documentation

The Hindu 7 Feb 2026 10:19 pm

Peoples investments safe in MSIL chit fund, says Karnataka CM

Karnataka currently records chit fund transactions worth only about 500 crore a year, MSIL aims to increase it to 10,000 crore: CM

The Hindu 7 Feb 2026 6:57 pm

Land Broker Arrested in Ganderbal for Cheating People

SRINAGAR: Police on Saturday said that it in Ganderbal have arrested a man accused of posing as a land broker and cheating innocent people by falsely presenting disputed and government land as his private property. The police said that the accused has been identified as Javid Ahmad Gojree son of Ali Mohammad Gojree resident of []

KashmirLife 7 Feb 2026 6:13 pm

'Painful To Manage People. Easier To Manage AI': Yashish Dahiya at NDTV Profit Conclave

According to Rahul Bharti of Maruti Suzuki and Rajesh Sharma of Capri Global Capital, the biggest tipping point for Indian manufacturing is the opening up of the US market.

NDTV 7 Feb 2026 4:29 pm

We Are Here to Serve the People: MLA Nagrota in Maiden Assembly Speech

SRINAGAR: MLA Nagrota, Devyani Rana on Saturday paid tribute to her late father and senior leader Devender Singh Rana while expressing concern over cuts in disaster management funding and several civic issues affecting Jammu and Kashmir. Delivering her maiden speech during the Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly while participating in the []

KashmirLife 7 Feb 2026 4:04 pm

Quote of the day by George Orwell: The best way to kill people is to deny and destroy their...

George Orwell's quote highlights how destroying a people's connection to their past weakens their identity and makes them susceptible to manipulation. In the digital age, distorted history through misinformation can lead societies to repeat mistakes. Understanding our past, whether personal or collective, is crucial for making wiser choices and protecting truth.

The Economic Times 7 Feb 2026 3:18 pm

People Were Upset Over Delays In Fund Utilisation Last Time, Expect Better Execution Now: Tariq Hamid Karra

Jammu, Feb 7: President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee and MLA Tariq Hamid Karra, on Saturday expressed concern over shortcomings in the implementation and execution of the previous budget, saying delays in fund allocation had caused widespread public dissatisfaction. Speaking to reporters outside assembly complex in Jammu, Karra said, I want to place on record that when the last budget was presented, there were serious shortcomings in its implementation and execution. Because of this, people were extremely [] The post People Were Upset Over Delays In Fund Utilisation Last Time, Expect Better Execution Now: Tariq Hamid Karra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 7 Feb 2026 2:57 pm

Quote of the day by Mark Twain: 'There are 2 types of people, those who accomplish things, and those who claim to do so. The first group is less crowded'

Mark Twain, a celebrated American writer and humorist, is recognized as the father of American literature. His enduring works, including The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, continue to resonate. Twain's quote highlights the distinction between genuine accomplishment and mere claims, emphasizing that real impact stems from action and discipline.

The Economic Times 7 Feb 2026 2:08 pm

We Are Here To Serve People, Not Ignore Their Suffering: Devyani Rana In Maiden Assembly Speech

Jammu, Feb 7: Nagrota Member of the Legislative Assembly Devyani Rana, on Saturday, paid tribute to her late father and senior leader Devender Singh Rana, while raising serious concerns over sharp cuts in disaster management allocations and other pressing civic issues affecting the Union Territory. Addressing the House in her maiden speech during the Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, while speaking on the Budget presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Rana said the reduction in funds [] The post We Are Here To Serve People, Not Ignore Their Suffering: Devyani Rana In Maiden Assembly Speech appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 7 Feb 2026 1:50 pm

Meghalaya coal mine blast: Search on for missing people at the site

The explosion occurred on February 5, 2026 at the mine in the Thangsku area of Umsngat village, prompting authorities to begin large-scale search and rescue operations involving multiple agencies, the police said

The Hindu 7 Feb 2026 12:53 pm

Quote of the day by Conor Mcgregor: The thing about the truth is, not a lot of people can handle it

Conor McGregor, the celebrated Irish MMA fighter, believes many struggle to accept the truth, especially when it's blunt. His career, marked by historic UFC achievements and massive pay-per-view events, exemplifies turning bold claims into reality. McGregor's perspective highlights that truth's rejection often stems from its difficulty, not its inaccuracy, resonating with everyday life's challenges.

The Economic Times 7 Feb 2026 12:35 pm

At least 3 people have died from eating Death Cap mushrooms as they spread in California after rains

At least three people have died and three others have required a liver transplants after eating the Death Cap mushroom that is proliferating in California following a rainy winter

ABC News 7 Feb 2026 3:03 am