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Maoist leader Sukru kills commander who intended to surrender: Police

Bhubaneswar: A wanted Maoist leader allegedly killed his commander, Anwesh, who was carrying a reward of Rs 22 lakh on his head, for intending to

Urdu ad in Karnataka: BJP says anti-Kannada, Congress hits back

Bengaluru: The ruling Congress and the opposition BJP on Wednesday engaged in a war of words over an Urdu advertisement published in an Urdu dail

In State of the Union speech, Trump highlights economy, Iran threat and repeats India-Pakistan claim

U.S. President Donald Trump, in his February 25 State of the Union address, reiterated his claim that he ended the IndiaPakistan conflict, defend

Centre rejects RTI seeking details of pre-legislative consultations on VB-G RAM G Act

In its response, the Rural Development Ministry said the information could not be shared because the scheme has not yet been formally notified by

Bangladeshs new government re-equips President with press wing

The President's press wing was abolished by immediate past regime of Interim chief Muhammad Yunus

Five OTT platforms blocked in India for streaming obscene content

New Delhi: The government on Tuesday blocked five OTT platforms for streaming obscene content, officials said. They said the Ministry of Informat

Loose connection prevented NVS-02 satellite from landing in intended orbit, says panel

The committee, which probed the failure, says the signal meant to activate a key valve in the engines oxidiser line never reached it; this valve

New Zealand crush Sri Lanka by 61 runs in T20 World Cup Super Eights tie

Colombo: Rachin Ravindra claimed 4/27 as New Zealand crushed Sri Lanka by 61 runs in their Group 2 Super Eights clash of the T20 World Cup here o

Palaniswami hits back at Stalin, calls the DMK a slave of the Congress

We have never been slaves of anyone. We believe in our constructive work. By implementing [welfare] projects, we had secured the support [of the

ED provisionally attaches properties worth 32 lakh in UAE loan fraud case

Ahead of Assembly election, DMK womens grassroots push blends politics with AR outreach

Vellum Tamil Pengal campaign deploys booth-level women cadres armed with booklets, QR codes and augmented reality to deepen voter connect while

Nepals leader says post-uprising polls on track

Nepal holds elections on March 5, less than six months after youth-led anti-corruption protests toppled the previous government

Manipur BJP MLAs family refuses burial till demands are met

Kin seek separate district for Zomi tribe and an NIA probe into Valtes death

NHRC direct Nagarkurnool Collector to resolve Chenchus forest rights issue

Hyderabad: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Wednesday, February 25, directed Nagarkurnool District Collector Badavath Santosh to r

Forest official injured in leopard attack in Kannur; injured leopard found dead later

Leave cancelled while boarding flight: Gen Z workers viral I dont care reaction divides internet

A viral video shows a Gen Z employee confronting her manager. Her approved holiday was cancelled at the airport. She argues for work-life balance

ECI proposes synergy with SECs to align electoral processes nationwide

Commission moots sharing of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), electoral rolls and the ECINET digital platform.

Metallica officially confirm Las Vegas Sphere residency with Life Burns Faster shows

Metallica will headline an eight-show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere this October, bringing their No Repeat Weekends tradition to fans. The Li

PM Modi conferred with Israel's 'Speaker of the Knesset Medal'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the Speaker of the Knesset Medal in Jerusalem. This highest honor from the Israeli Parliament recognizes hi

Farmers stage protest at Tiruchi Junction seeking withdrawal of cases

Narayana Reviews Diarrhea Situation, Assures Support in Srikakulam

Accompanied by district collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar and MLA Gondu Shankar, the minister visited affected localities, including Dammalaveedhi

Students Urged to Embrace Experiential Learning at SRM-AP Techno-Cultural Fest

The fest also includes live performances by playback singer Karthik, singer Jonita Gandhi, DJ Gautam and entertainer Ali Merchant

Hyderabad clash: Cattle transporters, 2 gau rakshaks sent to judicial remand

Hyderabad: The three cattle transporters beaten by cow vigilantes near Aramghar crossroads on Tuesday, February 24, have been arrested and sent f

T20 World Cup: Pressure does funny things to teams, saysZimbabwes Burl

Ryan Burl confirmed that skipper Sikandar Raza, who had an injury scare during the match against West Indies, is fit to play

Maoist Leader Anvesh Killed By Fellow Cadre In Odishas Kandhamal

Anvesh carried a bounty of Rs 22 lakh and had been active in the region for several years. Intelligence inputs suggest he was preparing to surren

Deepinder Goyal named EY Entrepreneur of the Year; Uday Kotak honoured with special jury award

Goyal was hailed for creating ot just shareholder value but also thousands of jobs and empowering an ecosystem of entrepreneurs across the count

1 lakh cost imposed on HYDRAA for high-handed conduct

Odishas First All-Women Team to Run 135 MW Power Unit in Jharsuguda

The roles of the women include desk engineers, turbine operators, mill operators and switchgear operators, drawing from disciplines such as elect

Several ABVP Activists Booked For Disturbance At Azim Premji University

Over the incident on their campus, Azim Premji University students on Wednesday demanded Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to deal with ABVP with a dec

Watch: Protesters rally near White House after Trumps State of the Union, stage State of the Swamp rebuttal

India stands with Israel firmly with full conviction, Modi tells Knesset

Tel Aviv: Highlighting that India has also endured the pain of terrorism for a long time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the

Kochi City police screen footage of accidents to sensitise bus drivers

Videos of around 25 recent accidents, captured by CCTVs on the accident spots and those installed inside buses, from different parts of the State

Swiss Government To Pay $56,000 to Each Victim of Crans-Montana Bar Fire

Federal Council approves solidarity payout after deadly New Year blaze

India-Israel Ties Written In Blood And Sacrifice: PM Modi In Jerusalem

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the Israeli parliament Knesset -- a first by an Indian Prime Minister -- re-affirmed that India s

85th anniversary celebration of Samskrita Sahitya Parishad held at Tiruchi

'He captured Maduro gushing in blood': Trump honors wounded pilot who fought in Venezuela operation

India has Won Trust of Foreign Navies at MILAN 26, Says Rear Admiral Alok

Alok Ananda said exercise MILAN embodied the shared commitment of diverse navies to maintaining a safe and secure maritime environment.

Airfare caps on domestic routes helped tourism industry limp back to normal in January

PM pretends like temporary foreign worker: Poilievre destroys Carneys newbie claim with sarcasm

PM Modi tells MPs in Jerusalem that India stands with Israel firmly with full conviction

I... carry with me the deepest condolences of the people of India for every life lost and for every family whose world was shattered in the barba

BIG LIES: Iran lambasts Trumps SOTU address, calls POTUS professional liar over nuclear threat

Word of the Day: Pauciloquent

Discover 'pauciloquent,' a word for those who speak with deliberate brevity. This style, meaning 'few-speaking,' emphasizes saying only what's ne

Lupin set to launch generic of seizure drug in U.S.

We Remember Israeli Lives Lost In 26/11: PM Modi's Top Quotes In Knesset

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the Knesset, Israel's parliament-- a rare honour that underscores the political warmth betwee

CAVA stock skyrockets 22% - here's what's driving the bullish sentiment

CAVA stock saw a significant jump after reporting robust revenue growth. The Mediterranean fast-casual chain plans further expansion, opening new

Surrender Modi: Rahul says PM slipped to Israel amid US trade row

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday, February 25, took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying it has been more than 24

UP D.El.Ed Result 2026 out for 1st and 3rd semester: How to check your scores now at btcresult.in before the site slows down

UP D.El.Ed Result 2026 Out: The Examination Regulatory Authority, Prayagraj, has announced the UP D.El.Ed Result 2026 for the first and third sem

Cusat to host State-level Kutti Slam

State governments compensation for livestock killed by wandering dogs disappoints farmers

1.2 crore names may be deleted after SIR in Bengal, says Mamata

Will pray for the people who will find their names deleted from the final electoral rolls on February 28, says Trinamool Congress chairperson

ED files prosecution complaint against Ranya, others in gold smuggling and money laundering case

17-year-old boy from Karur killed in jallikattu in Tiruchi

Watch: PM Modi welcomed by Indian diaspora in Tel Aviv during Israel visit

Demolition drive ends in Rajkot, 1,489 houses razed

Rajkot: More than 1,400 houses were pulled down during the two-day mega demolition drive in Rajkot city and land valued at more than Rs 350 crore

Seized vehicles pile up at Bengaluru police stations raising fire and safety concerns

Word of the Day: Sartorial Meaning, origin and how to use it like a pro

Word of the Day: Over 2 million English words exist, yet sartorial meaning is trending in Google search this year. Readers want clear answers. Sa

Multiple collision on new ROB in Sivakasi claims one life

Government to procure new business jets for defence leadership

The decision to get a new fleet comes in the backdrop of the crash of a VSR Ventures-owned aircraft on January 28 that claimed the lives of Ajit

Delhi Red Fort bomb blast case: NIA arrests 2 more terror operatives

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has apprehended two more terror operatives allegedly involved in the Red Fort area blast consp

Will Use Money To Build Skill Centre In Kashmir, Says Global Teacher Prize Winner

Srinagar, Feb 25: Rouble Nagi, an educator and activist recently awarded the prestigious Global Teacher Prize 2026, said on Wednesday that she pl

Karnataka Council of Pre-Schools urges govt. to halt enforcement of new regulations

Word of the Day: Skulduggery

Word of the Day: Skulduggery refers to underhanded, deceitful, or secretive behavior, often involving trickery or manipulation. Originating in mi

No Ahmedabad Advantage for South Africa Against West Indies: Maharaj

Spinner says Ahmedabad familiarity no big advantage in Super Eights

Municipal Commissioner of Srikakulam suspended

Hindu temple fears closure after UK councils decision to sell complex

London: A 40-year-old Hindu temple and community centre located within a complex in the eastern England city of Peterborough fears closure after

Bengaluru: Gruha Arogya to be expanded to GBA areas soon

Youth must guard against dangers of drug addiction

State Highways awaits Central government funds to repair NH 181 in Coimbatore district

T20 World Cup: Why South Africa vs West Indies Could Decide Indias Semis Fate

T20 World Cup: India's semi-final route could have major ramifications even before their match against Zimbabwe.

On Camera, Vendors Apply Rat Poison To Fruits In Mumbai

Two fruit sellers in Mumbai's Malad West area have been arrested after a video appeared to show them applying rat poison to fruits offered for sa

Homage paid to CPI leader R. Nallakannu

Girl found dead in Kozhikode

Alcohol Disrupts Brain Communication Even At Legal Driving Limit, Study Finds

A new brain imaging study of 107 adults has found that even moderate alcohol consumption reduces whole brain communication and increases localise

TGCSB targets mule accounts under Operation Crackdown

Hyderabad: Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) on Wednesday, February 25, launched Operation Crackdown, to target and dismantle criminal netw

Sanitary waste incineration facility to be set up in Ernakulam

Facility at Brahmapuram to also cater for Alappuzha, Kottayam and Idukki districts

US Unveils New Iran Sanctions in 'Maximum Pressure' Effort

President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened strikes if Iran does not cut a deal on its nuclear program

Delhi CM meets Northeast residents, assures strict action over misconduct against Arunachali women

Man gets 20-year sentence for raping minor on promise of marriage

Dog bites child on face in Vijayawada

DGP Prabhat Cracks Down On Terror Ecosystem In Budgam, Orders Aggressive Intelligence-Driven Operations

Budgam, Feb 25: Director General of Police (DGP) J&K, Nalin Prabhat, on Wednesday conducted a high-level security review in Budgam district and c

Its called the Modi Hug: PM Netanyahu highlights warmth of India-Israel ties at Knesset

Road cave-In triggers traffic chaos in Mayiladuthurai

PM Modi, Netanyahu discuss wide range of issues aimed at boosting bilateral ties

Narendra Modi, who is visiting Israel for the second time in nine years, was received by Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, at the airport.

DC Edit | Keralam: Whats in a Name?

State awaits Parliament approval to formalise name change in Constitution

NIA Cracks Down On Delhi Red Fort Blast Conspiracy; Two More J&K Operatives Arrested, Total Held Reaches 11

New Delhi, Feb 25: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday intensified its crackdown on the Delhi Red Fort area bomb blast case by a

Bill Gates Admits To 2 Affairs With Russian Women During Marriage To Melinda

Gates identified one of the women as a Russian bridge player he met through competitive bridge events and the other as a Russian nuclear physicis

Protest in Nagapattinam presses demands on workers welfare and health services

Traffic Restrictions Imposed In Srinagar On Feb 26 In View Of VVIP Visit

Srinagar, Feb 25: Traffic Police Srinagar has issued a detailed advisory for tomorrow i.e; February 26, 2026, in view of a VVIP visit to the city

Welcome, My Friend: Netanyahu receives PM Modi in Israel

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel to a red-carpet welcome on Wednesday, with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, a

Police intensify probe into IIT Palakkad attack

Police suspect the assault was premeditated, noting that it took place in a poorly lit area of the campus that lacked surveillance camera coverag