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Bombay High Court reserves order on Rahul Gandhi's plea to quash defamation case
The complaint, filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Mahesh Shrishrimal, pertains to Mr. Gandhis reference to the Prime Minister as Choro Ke Sardar and Commander-in-Thief.
An Israel visit its strategic, economic, regional impact
The Prime Ministers visit will help deepen engagement with Tel Aviv, going far beyond routine diplomacy
Indias trade strategy in a multipolar world
Free trade agreements and trade reforms are key to propelling Indias exports and global presence
This personal touch by Netanyahu underscores the deep rapport between the two leaders and highlights Israels perception of India as an indispensable global ally
Band aid: On the Supreme Court and the Special Intensive Revision process
The constitutionality of the flawed SIR process must be decided quickly
Inglorious retreat: On the Supreme Court and cow vigilantism
The Courts failure to uphold its directives on cow vigilantism is shocking
Kochi Corporation to issue bonds to mobilise resources for development
A high-power committee led by Corporation secretary to be constituted to coordinate activities related to municipal bond
LDF suspects hidden agenda in Budget to hand over Corporations assets to private players
Apollo Speciality Hospitals perform zoom-assisted endoscopic procedure on 80-year-old woman
The woman underwent successful removal of a 15-cm laterally spreading adenoma in the sigmoid colon through a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure
Rajasthan prohibits felling of khejri trees after 11-day protests
Protest at AI summit: Four more Youth Congress members arrested
A total of eight Youth Congress members of the Congresss youth wing have been arrested for their shirts off protest over the India-U.S. trade deal at the high-security event.
Centres anti-Naxal push:Odisha Police officers recall their ordeal in Malkangiri forests
TVK cadre, crane operator arrested for using crane to garland Vijay during Vellore visit
Salary accounts for Central govt. employees will improve saving accounts: Finance Ministry
ED grills two in alleged investor fund fraud case
Three arrested for robbing Tahsildar using dating app
Jammu courts lead in pendency among districts with nearly 78,000 cases, 3.89 lakh pending statewide
Jammu, Feb 24: Subordinate courts across Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a pendency of 3,89,210 cases till January-end, with criminal matters accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total backlog and over 58,000 cases lingering between five to 30 years, official data shows. The government is actively pursuing multiple measures to tackle the persistent pendency [] The post Jammu courts lead in pendency among districts with nearly 78,000 cases, 3.89 lakh pending statewide appeared first on Northlines .
1085 doctor posts vacant, 480 posts referred to JKPSC
Jammu, Feb 24: More than 1,000 posts of doctors are currently vacant across Jammu and Kashmir, according to figures shared by the Health and Medical Education Department. Kashmir division accounts for 797 of these vacancies comprising 24 senior consultants, 253 consultants, 458 medical officers and 62 dental surgeons while Jammu division has [] The post 1085 doctor posts vacant, 480 posts referred to JKPSC appeared first on Northlines .
30 years, zero lost bags: How a Japanese airport achieved the impossible
Kansai International Airport has gone 30 years without a lost baggage incident, earning the Worlds Best Airport for Baggage Delivery award multiple times. Handling up to 30,000 bags everyday, the airport uses a combination of sensors, conveyor belts, and manual oversight to ensure luggage safety. Staff align handles for passenger convenience and personally offer fragile items.
Winter Olympics: Here are different ways to look at the final medals tally
The standard way to track medals is to count each event as awarding a single gold, silver and bronze medal. Counting that way doesnt reward large team efforts like hockey in the official medal count, while other sports allow a single athlete to rack up medals in multiple events.
Stalin to launch CCTNS 2.0, digital fingerprint collection system on February 26
152 dead, nearly 21 000 structures damaged in 2025, rain fury in J K
Jammu, Feb 24: The rain fury in Jammu and Kashmir last year claimed 152 lives, injured 179 people, damaged nearly 21,000 structures mostly residential houses while 1515 livestock perished, official data revealed. Of the total fatalities, 151 were reported from the worst-hit Jammu division and one from Kashmir valley, the data compiled [] The post 152 dead, nearly 21 000 structures damaged in 2025, rain fury in J K appeared first on Northlines .
Northern Army Commander visits Kishtwar, commends troops after 3 JeM terrorists killed
Jammu, Feb 24: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited Jammu and Kashmir following the elimination of three terrorists of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and commended troops for their swift and precise action. Three JeM operatives were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district on Sunday. Lt [] The post Northern Army Commander visits Kishtwar, commends troops after 3 JeM terrorists killed appeared first on Northlines .
Kalyani Group firms settle with SEBI over alleged misuse, diversion of funds
Bhumana fumes at Naidu over Christian tag, calls it unacceptable
Hyderabad police issue public advisory on cyber fraud prevention and reporting
Pema Khandu, Conrad K Sangma seek swift action over racial abuse
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has strongly condemned the alleged racial abuse of three women in South Delhi, urging swift and strict action from the Delhi Police Commissioner. Other political leaders and organizations have also voiced their condemnation, demanding stringent measures against the absconding accused.
Audrey Hepburns quote talks about enjoying life and staying happy. It says happiness matters more than success, money, or fame. The message is simple and positive, so many people still share it today. Audrey Hepburn was also known for her movies, beauty, and charity work, which is why her words continue to inspire people around the world.
Over 5.63 Cr liquor bottles sold in J&K up to Jan 2026
Jammu, Feb 24: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded the sale of over 5.63 crore bottles of liquor during the current financial year up to January 2026, with Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and beer accounting for the major share. According to official data, a total of over 5.63 crore bottles were sold across civil and [] The post Over 5.63 Cr liquor bottles sold in J&K up to Jan 2026 appeared first on Northlines .
14 members of cyber fraud gang arrested in Sathupalli of Khammam district
Police attach land of Pak-Based Terror Handler in Kathua
Jammu, Feb 24: Police on Tuesday attached a plot of land belonging to Pakistan-based terror handler Swar Din alias Swaru in Kathua district, an official said. Din, a resident of Bhatodi village of Lohai Malhar, exfiltrated across the border a long time back and has since been actively involved in activities inimical to the security [] The post Police attach land of Pak-Based Terror Handler in Kathua appeared first on Northlines .
Idol damaged at Chandrayangutta temple
Cash shortage hits Bengaluru banks amid election buzz
Bengaluru banks face a severe cash crunch as withdrawals outpace deposits, forcing currency chests to borrow from peers. Businesses, especially in construction, are withdrawing large sums, potentially for upcoming elections. While ATMs are prioritized, 500 notes are scarce, prompting banks to urge customers towards digital transactions to ease the temporary disruption.
Russia opens criminal investigation against Telegram app founder Pavel Durov
Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messaging app, said he is facing a Russian criminal investigation on charges of aiding terrorism.
T20 World Cup: Mitchell Santner's New Zealand ready for Sri Lanka's spin challenge
The Black Caps need a win in their second Super Eights match in Group 2 on Wednesday at the R. Premadasa Stadium after their first match against Pakistan was washed out at the same venue. Santner's team have been in the Sri Lankan capital for a week after finishing their group stage in India.
U.S. to offer passport services in West Bank settlement for first time
Tens of thousands of American-Israelis in West Bank
Seva Teerth is for service, not power show: Union Cabinet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is pushing for swift reforms. Ministers are tasked with creating clear plans to improve ease of living and doing business. The Cabinet has pledged to prioritize public good in all decisions. This move signals a significant shift in governance culture, aiming to simplify life for citizens and accelerate national growth.
120 websites of J&K Govt temporarily disabled in 202526
Jammu Tawi, Feb 24:As many as 120 official websites of the Jammu & Kashmir Government were temporarily disabled during the ongoing financial year 202526, official documents reveal. Documents show that 120 websites hosted at the Jammu & Kashmir State Data Centre (JKSDC) were taken offline during 202526 due to the non-availability of Safe to Host [] The post 120 websites of J&K Govt temporarily disabled in 202526 appeared first on Northlines .
Nidhi Chhibber set to take additional charge as Niti Aayog CEO
Nidhi Chhibber will assume additional responsibilities as the Chief Executive Officer of Niti Aayog. This interim appointment follows the completion of BVR Subrahmanyam's term. Chhibber, currently heading the Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office, will serve until a permanent successor is named. The transition ensures continuity at the policy think tank.
Dont ignore MEA advisory, return: Omar asks students
Srinagar, Feb 24:Calling upon Kashmiri students and workers in Iran to take a serious note of the advisory issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and return, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday reiterated that he wont allow harassment of Kashmiri students in any part of the country. Talking to the reporters here, CM [] The post Dont ignore MEA advisory, return: Omar asks students appeared first on Northlines .
Savannah Guthrie is pleading for answers regarding her mother Nancy Guthrie's abduction. The Today show anchor announced a $1 million reward for information. Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Tucson home nearly a month ago. Savannah expressed agony and fear for her mother's safety. The family hopes for a miracle but prepares for the worst.
Security beefed up ahead of Vice-Prezs Kashmir visit
Srinagar, Feb 24:Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across Srinagar ahead of Vice President C P Radhakrishnans maiden visit to the Kashmir on February 26. According to the details, Vice-President Radhakrishnan is scheduled to attend the 21st convocation of the University of Kashmir at its Hazratbal campus, where he will be the chief [] The post Security beefed up ahead of Vice-Prezs Kashmir visit appeared first on Northlines .
'Ukraine loan will happen one way or another...': EU Chief von der Leyen vows new 90B for Kyiv
Cabinet approves Rs 1,677 Cr Civil Enclave Project at Srinagar International Airport Jammu Tawi, Feb 24: In a major fillip to the aviation sector in Jammu & Kashmir, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the development of the civil enclave at Srinagar International Airport [] The post New era for aviation in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
ECI, SECs agree to sync local bodies, Lok Sabha, state poll laws
The Election Commission has passed a 'National Declaration' to collaborate with State Election Commissions, aiming to align laws for local body polls with those for Parliament and state assemblies. This move supports the Kovind panel's recommendation for simultaneous elections across all three tiers, proposing shared resources like EVMs and electoral rolls to enhance democratic integrity and efficiency.
Serious patients suffering as only MRI Machine defunct at GMC-Jammu since Jan
Market rates too high for patients Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 24: The entire Jammu region is faced with a serious health issue as the lone MRI Machine at Jammus premier hospital, the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMC&H), has gone defunct thus putting the patients suffering from different ailments to [] The post Serious patients suffering as only MRI Machine defunct at GMC-Jammu since Jan appeared first on Northlines .
Ajit Pawar Crash Fallout: DGCA Grounds Four Learjets of VSR Ventures After Audit
Following the crash of the Learjet 45 aircraft (VT-SSK) carrying Ajit Pawar, the DGCA had ordered a special safety audit of VSR Ventures.
Lokesh Promises to Strengthen Junior Colleges, Fill Up Vacant Posts
Nara Lokesh said the government was adopting an integrated approach for sanction of a government school or a college.
BJP Will Fail in GHMC With its Communal Politics: Bhongir MP
In a media statement on Tuesday, Congress MP said Sanjay had rallied party corporators from Karimnagar for Hyderabad. Sanjay was trying to influence the voters by trying to polarise the people, in the name of religion and by visiting giving statements from temples in the Old City.
DC Edit | Rajaji: A Forgotten Hero Honoured
Starting his political career in 1911 as a member of the Salem municipality, he became a follower of Mahatma Gandhi and joined the Independence movement
Health Minister Counters Harish on Warangal Hospital Claims
Raajnarsimha alleged that the previous BRS government issued orders without ensuring infrastructure, faculty and staff, which affected the public health system.
Bandi Slams CM Over GHMC Split; Vows to Expose Cong-MIM Nexus
Sanjay criticised the Congress government for failing to deliver on its Six Guarantees despite 18 Cabinet meetings.
ACB Raids Peddapalli Agri Office, Nabs TGSPDCL AO Taking Bribe
Officials took serious note of how the MAO hired a private person to perform official duties without permission of superior officers
Southern Railway to pay kilometre allowance after unions protest
Withholding the allowance could have led to disruptions in train services, says SRMU
City police achieve `zero cultivation ganja
Mazumdar-Shaw calls for biotech sovereignty in India
Stand firmly with 'babbar sher' comrades: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leaders have condemned the arrest of Indian Youth Congress national president Uday Bhanu Chib. The arrest followed a protest by IYC activists at an international AI summit. Party leaders stated the activists were exposing government compromises on farmers and the textile sector in a trade deal. They asserted that holding power accountable is patriotism, not a crime.
TGMFC Moots Mini-truck Scheme for Minority Youth
The corporation recently launched an e-scooters scheme under economic support (202526), distributing units worth up to Rs.1.5 lakh with 80 per cent subsidy and 20 per cent beneficiary share.
Biryani, Misinformation and the Cost of Hate on Indias Culinary Reputation
An encounter over biryani in Istanbul exposes how conspiracy-driven narratives like food jihad, thook jihad, and even biryani jihad are traveling far beyond Indias borders. This op-ed explores how misinformation and hate campaigns are reshaping global perceptions of Indian cuisine and quietly damaging the countrys cultural reputation and soft power. The post Biryani, Misinformation and the Cost of Hate on Indias Culinary Reputation appeared first on BeyondHeadlines .
Vigil Intensifies Amid Adulterated Milk Scare in Tirupati, Chittoor Districts
Vigil intensified in Tirupati, Chittoor dairy belts after Karnataka raid
DC Edit | Amid Trump Tariff Mess, Rethink All Policy Options
The warning assumes significance in the wake of indications that several countries, including India, are reviewing their strategies after the US Supreme Court verdict. The European Union has paused ratification of the US-EU trade deal which was supposed to happen on February 24 seeking legal clarity before proceeding
Pay hikes at India Inc likely higher this year; Average rise expected at 9.1% from 8.9% in 2025
Indian companies anticipate a 9.1% average pay hike in 2026, an increase from last year. Real estate and NBFC sectors are expected to offer the highest increments. Attrition rates have slowed to a five-year low. Companies are investing in critical talent and building sustainable compensation strategies. New Labour Codes are being assessed for their impact on pay structures.
Why not Bangla?: Mamata Banerjee questions Centre after Kerala renamed Keralam
Banerjee vowed to get Bengal's name changed when BJP is out of power as she questioned why Bengal's name was not renamed despite repeated requests. Bengal's culture, richness and language is well known. But Bengal's students suffer in various examinations or interviews as the name comes last due to alphabetical order, Banerjee emphasised.
Vivriti Group creates holding company for next round of growth
AIs positives outweigh human and climate impact: NASSCOM
On worries regarding the climate impact of data centres, NASSCOM said that the improvement in human conditions as an outcome of AI outweighs the adversarial climate impact.
Railway Board puts Vande Bharat Jammu-Srinagar extension on hold: Official
Earlier in the evening, Northern Railways had announced that the Vande Bharat Express would be extended up to Jammu Tawi from Katra, enabling direct connectivity between the twin capital cities of J&K from March 1
We Are Ashamed: Delhi Man Booked For Racial Abuse Says Remarks Made In 'Heat Of The Moment
The controversy arose from an altercation in south Delhis Malviya Nagar, where three women from Arunachal Pradesh alleged that they were subjected to racial slurs.
VITopia 2026 comes to a close at VIT-A.P. University
Can a job offer really be rescinded over a false positive drug test? What happens when a promising job offer vanishes due to a positive oral swab result, even if you havent used drugs recently? A Reddit user shared how a job offer that would have almost doubled their salary was rescinded due to a positive oral swab test for marijuana, despite no recent use.
Grand Kumbhabhishekam to Mark Spiritual Renewal at Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Devasthanam
The Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan would attend the ceremony.
Tejas skips major fire power demo exercise following recent accident
The indigenous Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) missed the full dress rehearsal of Exercise Vayu Shakti and may also skip the main event due to technical checks following an accident earlier this month. The IAFs showcase, highlighting rapid strike capability, will proceed with President Droupadi Murmu as chief guest. This marks the third major incident involving the LCA fleet, with two previous crashes reported.
Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | AI Summit: Beyond The Rhetoric & Razzmatazz
India too wants to become an AI power not only to grow its domestic economy but also sell in turn its AI goods and services to other countries, including the United States, China, Europe and the Global South
More than 400,000 BKLN put options were bought in just three weeks. That equals about 40 million shares. This is the highest bearish positioning since 2023. The Invesco Senior Loan ETF (BKLN) trades near $20. Software exposure is about 18%. Investors fear rising software credit risk and stress in the leveraged loan market. Nearly $1 billion has left the ETF in four weeks. Credit spreads are sensitive to rates and growth. If defaults rise, BKLN could fall further. If conditions stabilize, this crowded trade may unwind fast. Credit markets now lead the signal.
Reduced RoDTEP rates not applicable to exports of agri, processed food products: Govt
The government clarified that reduced RoDTEP rates and value caps do not apply to agricultural and processed food exports (ITC HS Chapters 124), amid backlash over a 50% cut in benefits. Exporters warned of margin pressures and policy instability, even as the Commerce Ministry seeks higher budget allocations for the scheme.
'Prez is frustrated by Supreme Court': Johnson drops major clues on Trumps State of Union address
Andhra engineering student found hanging in hostel room
Hyderabad: In a tragic incident, a 22-year-old engineering student took her own life by hanging at a private hostel in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, on Tuesday, February 24. Bhuvana from Mangalam village was pursuing her final year BTech in Computer Science at Mohan Babu University. On Tuesday, hostel staff found her unresponsive in her room and 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 .
Jubilee Hills Society Row: HC Directs Registrar To Review Pleas
Justice Laxmi Narayana Alishetty grants liberty to petitioners to seek registrar review
Boy injured in stray dog attack in Vijayawada
'Pay 1 Million Or Face Baba Siddiques Fate': Maharashtra Congress MLA Threatened By 'Bishnoi Gang'
The caller who threatened Sajid Khan Pathan identified himself as Shubham Lonkar, a key operative of the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate
179 Venezuelan prisoners freed under amnesty law: Parliament
The head of the Parliamentary Commission overseeing the application of the amnesty, added that around 3,000 others, who were out on parole, had also been cleared of all charges.
18 ESIC Dispensaries Construction to Proceed, Not Cancelled: Min Vivek
Vivek was addressing the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Foundation Day at the Sanathnagar ESI Hospital on Tuesday.
Bishnoi Gang Threatens Congress MLA, Security Review Ordered
Raising concerns over the law and order situation in the state, Mr. Wadettiwar added, If elected representatives are not safe, what must be the situation of common people.
Collector: Land Acquisition for Airport to Be Taken Up on War Footing
He directed revenue officials to prepare reports on agricultural lands to be acquired and the farmers likely to be affected.
Uncanny Valley: AI Researcher Resignations, Bots Hiring Humans, and Evie Magazines Party
This episode of Uncanny Valley covers the people resigning from AI companies and the humans getting hired by AI agents. Plus, we attend a soiree throw... Uncanny Valley: AI Researcher Resignations, Bots Hiring Humans, and Evie Magazines Party
Time To Twist With Sanju at Top
Left-heavy batting under scrutiny as off-spin threat looms in Super Eight
Ayurvedic Care Launched at SICA, Chanchalguda
Another clinic is planned at Cherlapally
Union Ministers Review Telangana Airport Projects for Timely Completion
For the Warangal airport, 953 acres of land were acquired and the construction of the 2,500-metre-long runway would commence soon.
High Court Lauds Lokesh for Prompt Response to KGBV Rat-Bite Incident
The court observed that while the minister was discharging his duties responsibly, slackness on the part of certain officials was bringing disrepute to the government as well as to the minister.
Haleem boycott call on X backfires, netizens hit back
Hyderabad: With Ramzan season upon us, and people swarming their nearest haleem outlets, some people, not being able to handle the dishs popularity, have called to boycott it altogether. One post on X, from the account Tathvam-asi, called upon Hindus to take an oath not eat haleem this season. Soon, people showed up to defend 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 .
Shootout in Delhi: Unidentified men fire at Lawrence Bishnoi's legal team
