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Gandhi Hospital Delivers IVF Success
Government-run infertility centres at Gandhi Hospital and MGMH Petlaburj have together recorded 190 positive IUI and IVF cases since inception
Illegal Moneylenders Under Scanner After Chandrapur Kidney Sale Case
Replying to a calling attention motion in the Legislative Assembly, Minister of State for Home Pankaj Bhoyar said strict action would be taken against offenders, including the confiscation of their properties
6 Held For Supplying Mule Bank Accounts To Cyber Fraud Syndicates
Police said the accused procured bank account details from third parties and supplied them to cyber fraud syndicates operating from Cambodia, Myanmar, China, Pakistan and Nigeria
Three scientists were charged in worm smuggling scheme, lawyers say China helped get case dismissed
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the government must be vigilant when foreign nationals try to advance a malicious agenda.
Iran negotiators arrive in Geneva for high-stakes U.S. talks
Piling on the pressure, the U.S. announced fresh sanctions targeting Iran on Wednesday as Vice President J.D. Vance warned Tehran to take Washington's threats of military action seriously.
NTR District Launches Campaign On Safe Medicine Use
The awareness posters were formally released by district collector G. Lakshmisha, who stressed the need to curb misuse of medicines, particularly antibiotics
VMRDA Plans 12.5 Crore Underpass Near NAD Aligned With Metro Works
The underpass is planned at Kakani Nagar and near NAD
TCP office files went missing after Viresh-led protest: CM
Says protestors crossed all limits, strict action will be taken Panaji: Stating that the protestors, who came to Panaji in support of St Andre MLA Viresh Borkar, had crossed all the limits on February 23, 2026 by protesting outside the residence of the Town and Country Planning Minister Vishwajit Rane, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on []
PM Modi at Knesset: India backs Gaza peace plan
Terrorism anywhere threatens harmony everywhere Jerusalem: In a historic address to Knesset, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described the Gaza Peace Initiative as a path for just and durable peace in the entire region even as he delivered a powerful message of solidarity to Israel, asserting that terrorism anywhere threatens peace everywhere. Modi said []
IPB approves 10 projects worth Rs 445 crore; 801 jobs to be created
Panaji: The Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board (Goa-IPB) on Wednesday approved 10 projects, which collectively involve a proposed investment of Rs 445 crore and are expected to generate approximately 801 jobs. The 41st Board meeting, which was chaired by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, comprehensively deliberated on various investment proposals spanning multiple sectors, with a []
Ms Banerjee told an event in her assembly constituency: Bhowanipore, SIR is underway. Many lost their voting rights. I'm sad. First, around 58 lakh names were deleted.
Opposition parties slam govts stance on protests
Panaji : Opposition parties on Wednesday condemned what they termed as the governments high-handed approach toward democratic protests, which are being held to demand the scrapping of Section 39A of the Town and Country Planning Act. Opposition leader Yuri Alemao, Congress MLA Carlos Ferreira and Goa Forward Party legislator Vijai Sardesai expressed solidarity with Revolutionary []
52.64% of Goas total land stands degraded, says study
Coastal urbanisation, tourism infrastructure, and deforestation pushed up severity Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji : Over 52 per cent of Goas total land area stands degraded, placing the coastal state among Indias most environmentally stressed regions, according to a new research study that tracked land depletion across the country from the era of the Green Revolution []
Trump pushes big tech to use own power for AI data centers to keep bills low
President Trump is working with big tech companies like Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft, xAI, Oracle, and OpenAI to make them provide their own electricity for AI data centers. The plan aims to protect Americans from rising energy bills while supporting AI growth. Some critics say the pledges may not be enough, but the administration hopes this will lower electricity costs.
Call For AI-based Assessment Of Groundwater Resources
AI-driven tools could help generate accurate assessments
26 RDOs Transferred In Andhra Pradesh
The officers have been instructed to report to the Principal Secretary
Tata Capital Housing Finance To Raise Rs 650 Crore Via Rights Issue
The board of directors of Tata Capital Housing Finance has approved the issuance of equity shares of 10 each to Tata Capital.
Balancing faith, dignity and constitutional rights
The Sabarimala reviews final arguments will also centre on the broader architecture of Indias religious freedom jurisprudence
'It's all on TAPE!': Hawley calls out Minnesota AG Keith Ellison over Somali fraud at Senate hearing
Quote of the day by Anthony Bridgerton: Anthony Bridgerton's words highlight the importance of actions matching words. Flattery without follow-through lacks authenticity. This principle applies to all relationships, promoting accountability and honesty. The Netflix series Bridgerton, based on Julia Quinn's novels, explores these themes.
Andhra Pradesh Wins 23 Medals at IndiaSkills South Regionals
Andhra Pradesh recorded strong performances in high-demand skill domains such as Industry 4.0, industrial mechanics, software testing and landscape gardening.
UK PM faces test after Epstein fallout shakes his grip on power
London: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had a narrow escape this month, when tremors from the Jeffrey Epstein files shook his leadership and threatened to bring him down. He faces new danger this week from a special election on Thursday in northwest England, where his centre-left Labour Party could face defeat by either the hard-line []
Haryana discoms in the red again, says former Finance Minister
Unpackaging the myth of safe bottled water in India
Policy and regulatory authorities need to acknowledge the public health and environmental risks
Imrans party moves top court, urges to shift him to pvt hosp
Islamabad: Incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khans party on Wednesday approached the Supreme Court seeking to move him from jail to a private hospital for his eye treatment. Khans Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) filed the petition following a health assessment report prepared by barrister Salman Safdar at the courts direction earlier this month. The development []
Air pollution taking toll on childrens mental and physical health, finds survey
Pope Leo to visit 4 African countries as part of his packed 26 travel plan
Rome: The Vatican on Wednesday announced a busy and lengthy foreign travel schedule for Pope Leo XIV in the first half of 2026, confirming the pontiff will visit Monaco, Spain and four African nations Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea. The announcement sets the stage for one of the busiest papal travel schedules in []
Maharashtra mute spectator to repressive tactics of Karnataka in border areas: MES
Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti leader says the Maharashtra government is wilfully ignoring the interests of the Marathi-speaking population in border areas
Education outlay in Haryana shows downward trend as debt, welfare expenditures rise
AP Man Marries Singapore Woman In Traditional Ceremony
The wedding was conducted with Vedic chants
Mother, son held for threatening woman, cheating her of gold, diamond jewellery
Woman, 3 daughters killed in Siraspur; husband absconding
Southern Railway to commission MRTS Velachery-St. Thomas Mount project soon
28 bonded labourers rescued after raidon brick kiln in U.P.
Traffic policedistributes helmets to women gig workers in Chennai
Motorists complain of bumpy ride on newly built flyover
They say Madhya Kailash flyover does not offer a smooth ride; highway officials point out that the surface was kept rough to prevent speeding
A jab well done: On Indias Human Papillomavirus vaccination programme
Following up of adverse events after immunisation is a must
Chose self-interest over saving life: HC denies2 contractorspre-arrest bail in biker death case
Hyderabad Families Uneasy as Indians Urged to Exit Iran
Now, with another advisory asking Indians to return from Iran, many Telugu families are anxious again. Several Hyderabad students and pilgrims are believed to be in cities such as Qom and Tehran.
Red-carpet welcome for PM in Israel signals momentum in ties
Netanyahu, wife receive Modi at Ben Gurion airport Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel to a red-carpet welcome on Wednesday, with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu along with wife Sara receiving the Indian leader at the Ben Gurion airport, signalling a new momentum in bilateral ties. It is PM Modis second visit to []
ED attaches Anil Ambanis Abode worth Rs 3,716 crore in PMLA case
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said it has attached Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambanis Mumbai house, Abode, worth Rs 3,716 crore under the anti-money laundering law. The attachment comes a day before Ambani, 66, is expected to appear before the federal probe agency here for his second round of questioning on Thursday []
India can be called developed when all get chance to grow
Nagpur: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday said India can be called developed in true sense only if everyone gets an equal opportunity to progress and the benefits of development reach every home. She was speaking after launching the Golden Era of Maharashtra through Unity and Trust campaign, organised by Brahma Kumaris in Nagpur. India will []
Delhi court grants bail to six accused in Turkman Gate violence
A total of 21 arrests have been made in the case so far, on different occasions, the police said. Among the arrested persons, 12 got bail on February 17 while 6 got relief on Wednesday.
Jharkhand crash: Plane lacked cockpit voice, flight data recorders
New Delhi: The nearly 40-year-old Beechcraft C90A aircraft that crashed in Jharkhand on Monday, killing seven people, did not have cockpit voice or flight data recorders, according to the aviation regulator DGCA. The mandatory requirement for an aircraft to have cockpit voice and flight data recorders was not in place when the ill-fated aircraft was []
Avadi Corporation launches industrial visits to boost students skills and career exposure
HRAAP Seeks Overhaul Of Pollution Norms For Hotels, Urges Adoption Of 2025 Guidelines
HRAAP highlighted regulatory challenges faced by hotels under the current framework
ACB conducts searches at residence of J&K dy CMs brother in DA case
Court Expansion, Housing Repairs Figure on 10th Day of Budget Session
Deputy Speaker Kanumuru Raghurama Krishna Raju took up Question Hour at the start of proceedings.
Trump administration hits Iran with new sanctions as nuclear talks near
America has imposed new sanctions on Iran. These target individuals and companies involved in Iran's missile and drone programs. The move comes as the US presses Iran for a deal before nuclear talks. The sanctions aim to curb Iran's weapons capabilities and support for terrorism. This action signals continued pressure on Tehran regarding its nuclear ambitions.
Decolonising and de-Nobelising science
National Science Day should not just reproduce a story about genius and external validation.
ACB files disproportionate assets case against brother of J&K's deputy CM
J&K Polices ACB filed a disproportionate assets case against inspector Vijay Singh Choudhary, brother of deputy CM Surinder Choudhary. Searches in Jammu recovered incriminating documents. The deputy CM called the action revenge-driven, while investigation continues.
Astroguide for Thursday, February 26, 2026
Tithi: Phalguna Shukla Dasami till 12.33 am (Friday)
No booth rationalisation in West Bengal assembly polls: ECI
The Bengal assembly polls will not see any booth rationalisation. The total number of polling stations will be 80,738. Earlier, the Election Commission of India had directed poll officials to rationalise stations with over 1,200 voters. This move aimed to enhance voter accessibility. Polling stations will be set up in high-rise buildings across Bengal.
Security forces recover IEDs, ammo in J&Ks Poonch
Security arrangements stepped up ahead of Prime Ministers visit to Chennai
Delhi blast case: NIA arrests two more operatives
Two more suspects have been taken into custody by the National Investigation Agency in relation to the November 2025 explosion at Delhis Red Fort, bringing the total arrests in the alleged plot to eleven. Investigators allege that the pair provided arms to the primary accused.
Pakistan and the Board of Peace
Its initial support and verbal commitment to reconstruction efforts can be seen as a move to be on the right side of the Trump administration, but when faced with concrete demand for troops, Islamabad has opted for caution
APRCET 2024-25 rank cards released
That free hotel breakfast may vanish soon what it means for your next stay
Free hotel breakfast is becoming less common. Some hotels are charging for it or removing it completely to save money. Families and business travelers may need to pay extra or eat outside. High-end hotels are more likely to charge, while budget hotels still often offer it. Guests value free breakfast, but costs and hotel rules are changing.
Ministers to present Modi 3.0 reforms at next Cabinet meet
Cabinet ministers will personally present major reforms undertaken by their ministries since June 2024 in the upcoming meeting. This initiative aims to reduce compliance burdens and simplify rules for ease of living and business. Ministries are preparing two-page summaries of their most significant people-centric reforms for the presentation.
Fine Rice To Replace Coarse Grain, Says Uttam Kumar
On irrigation, Reddy said the Srisailam left bank canal project is progressing rapidly to bring water to 3 lakh acres. The PalamuruRanga Reddy lift irrigation scheme and its associated projects Kalwakurthy, Nettempadu, Koilsagar and Bhima will be completed before the next Assembly elections.
A.P. shines with 23 medals at India Skills South Regionals
J&K CM Omar Abdullah backs West Bengal's name change demand
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the Union government should accept West Bengals plea to rename the state as Bangla, pointing out that the Cabinet had already cleared a similar move for Kerala.
India target must-win against Zimbabwe
PTI Chennai Bogged down by top-order brittleness and under pressure after a heavy loss, defending champions India would need every ounce of resilience they can muster when they take on a tricky Zimbabwe in their second Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup on Thursday. Winning this contest by a big margin is critical []
CPI(M) urges Chandrababu Naidu to halt handing over of RTC depots to private electric bus operators
NT Reporter Fatorda FC Goa return to home turf for their third fixture of the Indian Super League 202526 season on Thursday, as they host league debutants Sporting Club Delhi at the Fatorda Stadium. With the Gaurs eager to build early momentum and make home advantage count, the encounter presents another important opportunity to climb []
Justice A.D. Jagadish Chandira quashes proceedings initiated by Tamil Nadu Commission for Women against AIADMK MP C.Ve. Shanmugam for making such a statement
Navhind to meet Prudent in semifinal
NT Reporter Panaji Navhind Publications will face Prudent Media in the first semifinal of the Inter-Media T10 Cricket Tournament organised by the Sports Journalists Association Goa in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Goa and the Goa Cricket Association at the Panjim Gymkhana on Thursday. Defending champions Times of India take on Goan Varta in []
Tvisha, Ethan shine at Baale BPS Open
NT Reporter Margao Tvisha Sardesai and Ethan Ataide captured the Under-18 crowns at the Baale BPS Open 2026 with assured performances at the B.P.S. Sports Club. Competing in the Girls Under-18 final, Sardesai displayed control in the key moments to outplay Urvi Panandiker 4-1, 4-3. The youngster dictated rallies early and held her nerve in []
Class 10 Student Delivers Baby During Board Exam In Madhya Pradesh
In a shocking incident reported from Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district, a minor girl studying in Class 10 delivered a baby boy during her board examination at an exam centre in Pithampur, a police officer said.
AP Pavilion at SATTE 2026 in Delhi Steals Show on Global Stage
A high-level team from Andhra Pradesh is present at the expo, engaging with national and international stakeholders to increase APs tourism footprint globally.
NT Reporter Chinchinim UB Ambaulim defeated Navelim VU 7-6 via tiebreaker in the XIX Chinchinim-Deussua Village Panchayat Cup at CRC Chinchinim ground. Ambaulim struck first through Visiton Fernandes while Meliston Dias equalised for Navelim. At fulltiem the score was 1-1. In the tie-breaker, Winston, Dailon, Sowell, Aitino, Cyril, Jesvan scored for Ambaulim while Meliston, Richard, []
Rahul Gandhi has links with 'anti-India, pro-Pakistan' elements, says BJP president Nitin Nabin
BJP president Nitin Nabin has labelled Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as the 'poster boy of negative politics'. Nabin accused Gandhi of having ties with anti-India and pro-Pakistan groups. He stated that the people, especially the youth, see through Gandhi's rhetoric. Nabin also referenced historical events involving Nehru and Indira Gandhi to support his claims.
Topromote tourism on large scale, proactive measures to prevent accidents are must Recently, there has been a spurt in tourist-related accidents across the state, particularly in northern areas. Growing tourist arrivals and the recent rise in the number of high-powered vehicles make it a no-brainer that a state that plays host to visitors from far []
Admit Card With Pass Certificate Can Be Accepted: Top Court On Bengal SIR
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed electoral authorities in West Bengal to ensure the submission of pending verification documents by 5 pm on February 26 to judicial officers overseeing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
SCR Launches Rail Parcel App For Door-To-Door Booking
The app, described as the first-of-its-kind parcel logistics platform in India, enables customers to book parcels digitally. In the pilot phase, it has been introduced in Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntur, Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam, Bangalore and Chennai.
Tamil Nadu must be ruled from Fort St George, not Delhi: Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin declared the upcoming assembly election a contest between Tamil Nadu and the NDA. He stressed that the state should be governed from Chennai, not Delhi. Stalin characterized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visits as politically motivated. He stated that the more the PM visits, the greater the NDA's electoral loss will be.
The partys strategy hinges on polarisation and support from the Left Front
Every prisoner has a right to have periodical medical check-ups: HC
Cash row: Lok Sabha Speaker reconstitutes panel probing charges against Justice Yashwant Varma
The Speaker had constituted the committee on August 12 last year after admitting a multi-party notice for the removal of the Allahabad High Court judge, setting in motion the process of his impeachment.
Why did the FBI raid LAUSD headquarters and Alberto Carvalho's home? What we know so far
Federal agents served court-approved search warrants at Los Angeles Unified School District offices and Superintendent Alberto Carvalhos home. The FBI confirmed the action but declined further remark as affidavits are sealed. The searches come amid lawsuits and scrutiny over LAUSDs handling of Proposition 28 arts education funds, attendance reporting questions, and other financial concerns. Carvalho, who has led the nations second-largest school district since 2022, has not been charged.
Speaker Om Birla Re-Constitutes Panel To Probe Judge In Cash Row
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has re-constituted a three-member committee to investigate the corruption allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, the judge of the Allahabad High Court, at whose home piles of burnt cash was found.
Armed Robbers Loot Jewellery Worth Rs 60 Lakh In Delhi's Chandni Chowk
Three armed assailants looted gold jewellery worth approximately Rs 60 lakh from a shop in the Kinari Bazar area of Chandni Chowk in Delhi on Wednesday.
Class 10 admit cards valid along with pass certificates for DOB, parentage proof: SC
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday clarified that Class 10 (Madhyamik) admit cards can be submitted as supplementary documents, along with pass certificates, to verify a candidates date of birth and parentage during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal.
BITS Pilani Study Warns of Rising Online Abuse
The study outlines psychological effects including anxiety, depression, social withdrawal and, in extreme cases, suicidal ideation among adolescents. It highlights how anonymity and peer pressure make teenagers particularly vulnerable.
One-day notice after bonus pay fair game or bad move? Employees question triggers strong reactions
More than 3 million Americans quit jobs monthly, per recent labor data. The debate over one-day notice after bonus pay is exploding online. An employee asked if they should resign after bonus payout and skip the traditional two weeks notice. The answer is simple. In most at-will employment states, it is legal if the performance bonus policy requires active employment on payout date only. You keep earned money. But quitting after bonus can affect references and reputation. Always read your employment contract first.
West Bengal: 60 lakh 'adjudication marked' names in final voter list
The Election Commission of India will release the final voter list on February 28. Approximately 60 lakh names are currently under adjudication and will be marked as such. These names will not be counted initially but can be added later if cleared.
Cabinet Okays Metro Rail Phase 1 Takeover from L&T
According to sources, a draft report containing detailed technical specifications and findings was submitted to the Sub-Committee and subsequently placed before the Cabinet during its February 23 meeting, where approval was granted for the takeover.
India a live laboratory for consumer intelligence, core to Kantar's growth, says CEO Zwillenberg
Kantar's global CEO highlights India's crucial role in the company's future. India is no longer just an emerging market but a core focus for innovation and growth. It serves as a live laboratory for consumer intelligence and a template for global expansion. Kantar is leveraging India for research, delivery, and analytics, with AI-powered tools developed there reshaping brand strategies.
Governance review: Union ministers to present reforms outcome
All Union ministries are cataloguing reforms undertaken since 2024. These will be presented at upcoming Cabinet meetings. The exercise covers legislative, statutory, policy, and administrative changes. Measurable outcomes, including ease of doing business and living, will be assessed. This structured performance assessment consolidates previous reviews. The initiative aims to drive policy transformation and recalibrate governance priorities.
