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Mortgage rates fall below 6% for first time in over 3 years, giving relief to home buyers

Mortgage rates have dropped below 6%, giving home buyers some relief after years of high costs. Lower rates mean smaller monthly payments and may bring more people back into the housing market. However, rates can change quickly, so buyers should focus on their budget, credit score, and long-term plans before deciding when to lock a mortgage rate.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:55 pm

For energy security, India plans 6 MMT reserve boost, deepwater exploration & refining hub drive

ET has learnt that Cabinet notes to operationalise these proposals are under preparation, with approvals targeted in the May-June window.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

ECI delegation reviews poll preparations in Tamil Nadu

An Election Commission of India delegation is currently in Chennai, conducting a comprehensive review of election arrangements in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. After meeting representatives from multiple political parties, the Commission reiterated its directive to Puducherry officials to rigorously enforce the rulesparticularly against the distribution of money, alcohol, and drugs to sway voters.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

Physicists say theyve solved basketballs greatest mystery, and the answer is pure science

Physicists have finally solved the mystery behind the squeaky sound of basketball sneakers. High-speed imaging revealed that the noise is caused by rapid 'opening slip pulses' traveling along the rubber sole. Ridged surfaces on the shoes confine these pulses, creating the consistent, musical squeak heard during games.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

Aircel Maxis & INX media case: ED files sanction orders before court against ex-FM Chidambaram

The Enforcement Directorate has secured prosecution sanction orders against former Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram. These orders pertain to alleged money laundering offenses in the Aircel Maxis and INX Media cases. The agency's probe revealed FIPB approval was granted during Chidambaram's tenure. Illegal gratification was allegedly received through entities linked to his son, Karti P Chidambaram.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:50 pm

SEBI broadens MF categories to keep up with changing investor preferences

SEBI introduced another new category called the life cycle fund and has done away with retirement and childrens fund. SEBI said that life cycle funds will have a minimum duration of five years and a maximum duration of 30 years.

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:50 pm

RINL Pays Tribute to Former CMD J Mehra

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:48 pm

Telangana private schools: Recognition to be cancelled for violating fee norms

Hyderabad: Amid growing complaints of unregulated fee hikes by private schools in Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy instructed officials to cancel the recognition of institutions if found charging fees beyond the prescribed norms. At a review meeting in Hyderabad on Thursday, February 26, Revanth, who is also the Education Minister, directed officials to create 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 26 Feb 2026 11:48 pm

News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026 Showcases Indias Sporting And Cultural Surge

The summit, themed Strength Within, will bring together some of the most influential voices from sports and entertainment on 27-28 February at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

A champion is being built by the coaches and not born: Misbun Sidek

The renowned coach from Malaysia wants to find a World No. 1 shuttler from India, having already trained elite stars in the sport; he feels the new 3x15 regulations is power oriented and is based on tactics

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:45 pm

Activists flag concern over Karnatakas proposed Right to Health Bill

Questions raised over whether the Bill meaningfully advances the right to health or dilutes the States responsibility as the primary provider of care

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:40 pm

ECI reviews preparedness for the coming Assembly election in Tamil Nadu

Chief Election CommissionerGyaneshKumar, along with Election CommissionersSukhbirSinghSandhuandVivekJoshi, interacted with representatives of the recognised national and State political parties and sought their suggestions

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:39 pm

Maroof Raza, ex-Army officer, defence expert and Indo-Pak commentator, passes away after battling illness

Renowned defence analyst and retired Indian Army officer Major Maroof Raza has passed away. He was widely recognized for his sharp insights on national security, counter-insurgency, and India-Pakistan relations, becoming a familiar face on television debates. His extensive military background and academic fellowships lent significant credibility to his impactful strategic commentary.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

Develop protocol for filling vacancies in open correctional institutions, Supreme Court tells States

Bench says prisons are institutions of correction, where dignity, self-respect and social reintegration are not aspirational ideals but constitutional necessities

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

India solving business issues at scale, but not social issues: Yaduveer

CSR has to be put to effective use to really solve social issues at scale, the MP says

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:35 pm

Which Cyberabad Municipal Corporation ward is your area in? Check here

Hyderabad: The newly constituted Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) formed after the trifurcation of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), on Thursday, February 26, released a detail list of circles and wards that come under it. The CMC comprises three zones Serilingampally Zone, Kukatpally Zone and Qutubullapur Zone with a total of 76 wards 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 26 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

Why Nasdaq down today Nasdaq crashes over 2% as Nvidia earnings shock sparks AI bubble fears heres the top US stock market losers today

Nasdaq down today: The Nasdaq Composite fell nearly 2% today, dropping below 22,720 in sharp midday trading. Investors are reacting to a 5% plunge in NVIDIA stock despite strong earnings. The sell-off spread fast across AI stocks and semiconductor shares. The S&P 500 slipped over 1%. The Dow Jones fell about 0.4%. Traders fear AI stock valuations are stretched after a massive 40% sector rally in six months. Rising bond yield concerns and inflation data uncertainty added pressure. Todays Nasdaq crash signals a reset in overheated tech stocks, not panic but volatility is clearly back.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

Sunetra Pawar unanimously elected as NCP national president

Praful Patel re-elected as national working president, Sunil Tatkare as State chief; Ajit Pawars son Parth to become Rajya Sabha MP

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:28 pm

Bharats Next Frontier: AI, Defence, And Strategic Sovereignty

The News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, themed Strength Within, will convene these urgent conversations on 2728 February at Bharat Mandapam

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:25 pm

Assam Cabinet Moves Gauhati HC, Seeks Fast-Track Court In Zubeen Garg Case

The Assam Cabinet seeks a fast-track court at Gauhati High Court for Zubeen Gargs death case. Siddharth Sarmas Mahavir Aqua plant is ordered reopened.

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:20 pm

Watch | MaharashtraKarnataka border row back in focus: Why is it still unresolved?

The decades-old MaharashtraKarnataka border dispute was once again raised in the Maharashtra Assembly, with Governor Acharya Devvrat reiterating the governments commitment to resolve the issue.

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:17 pm

T20 World Cup 2026 | Batters make merry as India outplays Zimbabwe

Suryakumars men notch up this editions highest total after being put in by Raza; opener Bennett fights hard; Arshdeep claims three as the defending champion keeps semifinal hopes alive

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:12 pm

'Terrorism Is Over, It's Time For Tourism In J&K': CM Omar Abdullah

Positioning J&K as a year-round destination, Abdullah emphasised its spiritual richness, natural beauty, and deep cultural heritage.

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:11 pm

Bengaluru legislators will meet soon to discuss air quality, pollution issues in city: Khandre

AQI has breached AQI 100 in eight of the 11 stations that measure air quality across Bengaluru

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:07 pm

Rising Bharat Summit 2026: PM Modi, Union Ministers And Global Voices To Shape Indias Growth Agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address, giving direction to the summits central theme

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:07 pm

NCERT textbook rewrite was an RSS-driven exercise: Congress

The way NCERT textbooks have been rewritten over the past decade is disgraceful; apart from being dangerous, says the Congress spokesperson

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:06 pm

Earn $100,000? Here are the American cities where your paycheck lasts the longest

A $100,000 salary doesnt have the same impact everywhere. According to ConsumerAffairs, Southern and Midwestern cities, particularly in Texas, maximize purchasing power, while West and East Coast metros often reduce it significantly. Factors like state and local taxes, housing, and everyday costs determine the real value of income. The findings show that location can turn a six-figure income into a comfort zone or survival mode. Choosing where to live is as important as earning a high salary.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:06 pm

Move cities or take a pay cut to stay with boyfriend? Womans dilemma divides opinions

A 23-year-old law student faces a tough choice: a demanding career opportunity in a new city or a less intense role closer to her boyfriend of four years. The dilemma pits professional ambition and financial stability against relationship proximity, sparking debate online about prioritizing career versus love in early adulthood.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:03 pm

US stocks slip as Nvidia selloff weighs despite broad gains

The Times of India 26 Feb 2026 11:02 pm

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick To Attend Wedding Of Billionaire Nikesh Arora's Daughter In Jodhpur

Indian-American CEO Nikesh Arora's daughter Ayesha is getting married to Jack Hughes in a lavish four-day ceremony, which includes US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.

News18 26 Feb 2026 11:02 pm

Chief of panel probing Manipur violence quits, ex-Supreme Court judge to take over

Since its formation on June 4, 2023, the commission was given four extensions, the latest on December 16 last year; it has received around 11,000 affidavits

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 11:01 pm

Flyover construction to start at Banjara Hills, traffic advisory issued

Hyderabad: As construction works for the pillars of the steel flyover and underpass, undertaken as part of the Hyderabad City Innovative and Transformative Infrastructure (H-CITI) project, are set to start on February 27, traffic is expected on stretches between Mugda Junction, KBR Park Entrance Junction (Gate-I) and Jubilee Hills Check Post. Commuters have been asked 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 26 Feb 2026 10:53 pm

Vizag to roll out AI driven traffic management systems

Vizagites could see artificial intelligence-driven surveillance with over 2,000 high-end cameras visible at 56 corridors (like RK Beach Road) across 102 junctions in the city under this Rs 60-65 crore worth project.

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:52 pm

Karnataka High Court allows mothers plea to change minor daughters surname to reflect maternal lineage in birth certificate

The presumption that a child must invariably bear the surname of the father is not a constitutional mandate but a social convention, the court said

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:47 pm

Textbook Row: NCERT Identifying People Responsible For Inclusion Of Chapter On 'Judiciary Corruption'

NCERT investigates textbook process after Supreme Court calls chapter on judicial corruption a conspiracy.

News18 26 Feb 2026 10:46 pm

T20 World Cup: India crush Zimbabwe by 72 runs in must-win Super 8 clash

Chennai: Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya struck blazing half-centuries as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 72 runs in their must-win Super 8 match to keep their semifinal hopes alive in the T20 World Cup, here on Thursday. Abhishek smashed a brisk 30-ball 55 to provide early momentum, adding 48 runs for the opening wicket with Sanju 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 26 Feb 2026 10:45 pm

Karnataka school teens from rural and tribal backgrounds make scientific mark with international journal publication

KiratKaurfrom Bidar,SYaminifromHosadoddiVillage,Reshma JVfrom H. D. Kote,all 11thstandard students, andLakshmi G, a 10thstandard student fromKaggalipuraVillage,explored an environmentally safe methodto createcopper-based nanoparticles using plant extracts.

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:45 pm

Supreme Court asks CBI, probe agencies to share chargesheet copies with Manipur violence victims, families

A three-judge Bench headed by CJI Surya Kant issued the directions after going through the 12th status report submitted by former Maharashtra DGP Dattatray Padsalgikar

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:45 pm

HYDRAA clears in Rangareddy, reclaims govt land worth Rs 54 crore

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA), on Wednesday, February 25, reclaimed 2,700 square yards of government land worth Rs 54 crore in Neknampur village of Rangareddy district, which was alleged encroached. According to a release, in 2002, the then government of erstwhile Andhra Pradesh allotted 59.14 acre of land in Survey 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 26 Feb 2026 10:42 pm

Unfazed by adversity: Telangana couple becomes alms-seekers at temple

Hyderabad: A former advocate from Peddapalli district, who lost his legal practice during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been living on the steps of the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple in Vemulawada for the past two years along with his wife, who suffers from a chronic illness. The couple Jalandhar Reddy and Sireesha came 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 26 Feb 2026 10:38 pm

ED places before court prosecution sanction orders against P. Chidambaram in two cases

The agency aims to expedite the trial, alleging that those linked to Karti P. Chidambaram received illegal gratification for approving FIPB for INX Media and FDI for the Aircel-Maxis deal while P. Chidambaram was Finance Minister

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:35 pm

Global order in peril from lack of cooperation, says Merkel; slams China, U.S. for resisting AI regulation

Former German Chancellor delivers first Manmohan Singh lecture, praises former PM for economic reforms; says governments must hold big tech firms, social media platforms, AI developers to account

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:33 pm

Hillary Clinton faces Epstein congressional inquiry

Hillary Clinton, the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, has said she does not ever recall meeting Epstein and has no personal knowledge of his crimes

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:28 pm

Attapur communal clash: Gau Raksha Dal chief booked, demands justice

Hyderabad: After the communal clash at Aramghar crossroads between cattle transporters and so-called cow vigilantes two days earlier, the Attapur police have registered cases against over 15 people, including the chief of Telangana Gau Raksha Dal Tiger Force. The police registered two cases and sent five people to judicial remand. One of the cases was 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 26 Feb 2026 10:27 pm

PM Modi Sets Reform Agenda:Ministers Asked To Present Report Card Of Third-Term Performance

Sources say the Cabinet Secretariat has circulated a specific form, laying out the format in which each ministry must present its reform initiatives and achievements

News18 26 Feb 2026 10:27 pm

Why bulldozers threaten due process

The Allahabad High Court examines whether demolitions carried out immediately after FIRs violate constitutional principles, stressing that punishment lies exclusively with the judiciary; it warns that such selective demolitions, carried out without notice or hearing, undermine due process, erode constitutional rights

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:25 pm

Aravalli row: Supreme Court asks Environment Ministry, others to suggest names of domain experts for panel

The panel will define the Aravalli hills and ranges. The court observes that only lawful mining would be allowed in the region and extends the stay order on the uniform definition of these hills

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:18 pm

United States faces fast loss of 100 million jobs to Artificial Intelligence in a decade

Senator Bernie Sanders warns against increasing domination of political system by superrich By Mark Gruenberg PALO ALTO(USA):The U.S. faces a tsunami of lost jobs100 million over the next decadeto the rapid development of artificial intelligence and robotics taking over a wide range of occupations, ranging from accounting to fast food, the AFL-CIO, [] The post United States faces fast loss of 100 million jobs to Artificial Intelligence in a decade appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Feb 2026 10:16 pm

Anthropic episode should be a wake-up call for Indian IT companies as well as Govt

Indian units have to upgrade workforce and set up centres for taking displaced labour By Dr. Nilanjan Banik The recent fall in Indian IT stocks due to the belief that large language model agents such as those developed by Anthropic can automate chunks of work currently outsourced to Indian IT services has led [] The post Anthropic episode should be a wake-up call for Indian IT companies as well as Govt appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Feb 2026 10:14 pm

Assault or Diplomacy: Washingtons mixed signals to Teheran

Trump gambit relies on familiar logic of readiness and deterrence By Syafruddin Arsyad As the United States naval forces assemble in the Gulf even as Washington acknowledges ongoing talks with Teheran, the U.S. appears to be pursuing a carefully calibrated but inherently risky strategy. By pairing visible military pressure with diplomatic outreach, [] The post Assault or Diplomacy: Washingtons mixed signals to Teheran appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 26 Feb 2026 10:12 pm

Tanuja Naik honoured with Avva Seva Trust award

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:06 pm

CJI vows reforms in working of Supreme Court Registry

Decision comes after Chief Justice found that similar cases are being listed for hearing before different Benches of the top court

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 10:04 pm

Hyderabad: AISA student in UoHbooked for remarks on Lord Ram

Hyderabad: A student of the University of Hyderabad (UoH) here was bookedand briefly held by the Gachibowli police for allegedly uploading an offensive statement on his Whatsapp status on Lord Ram. Srijan, the accused, is a member of the All India Students Association (AISA) in UoH. Sources close to him said the images were doctored 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 26 Feb 2026 9:54 pm

Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyays descendant joins BJP ahead of Bengal poll

In September 2025, Sumitra Chattopadhyay and her relative Sajal Chattopadhyay joined Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya to address the neglect of the ancestral home of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:53 pm

Fitness of old private buildings remains unchecked in Kozhikode

Reluctance of tenants to vacate the facilities has also emerged as a concern for landlords

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:53 pm

BJD seeks Odisha Ministers resignation after farmer dies while waiting at procurement centre

While the BJP Government had promised to procure all the paddy, only about 63 lakh metric tonnes, approximately 33% of the total production, have been procured in Odisha so far

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:52 pm

SMEs urged to list to have access to finance

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:50 pm

North Paravur municipality plans heritage township project

This was announced in the annual Budget presented by municipal vice-chairperson Laiji Biju. The Budget envisages a revenue of 60,0316,471 and an expenditure of 56,1281,040

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:48 pm

On the draw February 26, 2026

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:47 pm

4,000 kg of adulterated ginger-garlic paste with old FSSAI licence seized in Abids

Hyderabad: A 21-year-old man was arrested for allegedly making adulterated ginger-garlic paste during an inspection check in Abids, Hyderabad. Around 4,000 kg were seized. Officials said the accused, Jasani Ilyan, was found manufacturing the paste in open plastic containers under highly unhygienic conditions. The ginger-garlic paste was exposed to dust, flies, and other contaminants, rendering 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 26 Feb 2026 9:43 pm

J&K Cong Plans Agitation Against India-US Trade Deal, Calls It Anti-Farmer

Jammu, Feb 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Thursday held a day-long meeting here to chalk out an action plan to oppose the India-US interim trade deal, terming it anti-farmer and anti-fruit grower and warning that it would hit the Union Territory harder than other parts of the country. The meeting, chaired by JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra, was attended by senior Congress leaders from all 20 districts of Jammu and Kashmir, and AICC national general [] The post J&K Cong Plans Agitation Against India-US Trade Deal, Calls It Anti-Farmer appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 Feb 2026 9:40 pm

Pinarayi Vijayan sheds light on little-known aspects of his life in a free-wheeling interview with actor Mohanlal

The Chief Minister reveals his love for Rajanikanth movies and his preference for action flicks. He also dwells on how reading had helped him shrug off his childhood fear of ghosts and demons

The Hindu 26 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

Three minors behind Hyderabad temple vandalism, sent to juvenile home

Hyderabad: The Chandrayangutta police, on Thursday, February 26, arrested three minors, who allegedly vandalised the Sri Dwimukha Anjaneya Swamy Temple (Hanuman Temple) in Barkas, which led to tense communal moments in Hyderabad. Stations Station House Office (SHO) R Gopi told Siasat.com that the arrests were made after verifying CCTV footage of the nearby localities. These 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 26 Feb 2026 9:36 pm