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Heavy police deployment in Thorrur Municipality ahead of chairperson election

Hyderabad: Security has been intensified in Thorrur Municipality in Telangana ahead of the rescheduled municipal chairperson election. Police for

Kerala on the cusp of new development chapter under Vision 2031, says CM Pinarayi Vijayan

CM says Kerala govt will initiate follow-up action on the three-day Vision 2031 conference recommendations, including legislative measures where

Tamil Nadu Interim Budget: Governments outstanding debt expected to increase to 10.71 lakh crore

Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu, while presenting the Interim Budget 2026-27, pointed to a lack of cooperation from the Union government towa

France's Macron Eyes Fighter Jet Deal in India

France is seeking to expand its military partnership with New Delhi, with discussions expected on a possible contract for 114 additional French D

SC adjourns to April 22 hearing on CBIs appeal against bail to Lalu Prasad in Deoghar treasury scam

NEW DELHI, Feb 17: The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned to April 22 the hearing on a plea filed by the CBI, challenging the bail granted by the

'Trump angles for the biggest catch': Sen. Graham says Iran decision a matter of 'weeks, not months'

S&P/ASX 200 closes on a high as miner BHP boosts Australian shares, banks remain flat; check top gainers, losers and best-performing sectors

The Australian sharemarket saw gains on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. BHP, the world's largest listed miner, reached a record high after reporting

Climate change an urgent governance challenge, says Devendra Fadnavis; seeks stronger action

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared climate change an urgent governance challenge, highlighting the direct impact of extreme we

Aditya Dhars production house faces blacklisting over Dhurandhar 2

Mumbai: Filmmaker Aditya Dhars production house B62 Studios could be blacklisted by the A-Ward office of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (

Kung Fu Meets Spring Unitree Spring Festival Gala Robots Present Cyber Real Kung Fu in the Year of the Horse

Infosys and Anthropic Announce Collaboration to Unlock AI Value across Complex, Regulated Industries

'No One Entitled To Visa': Marco Rubio Says 'Privilege' Can Be Withdrawn

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reiterated that visas are ot a right and warned that the United States will revoke them if foreign visitor

Apparel Group Announces Strategic Partnership to Bring Iconic Australian Brand Cotton On to India

Aaj Kuch Toofani Karte Hain: Hanumankind and Thums Up Amp Up India Vs Pakistan ICC Mens T20 World Cup

Indias billion-dollar brand, Thums Up brought the Taste the Thunder anthem to the stadium

Cocaine Worth Rs 3.8 Lakh Seized During Hyderabad's Interstate Drug Haul

In a joint operation, the Eagle Task Force and Gachibowli Police of the Cyberabad commissioner zone arrested an interstate drug peddler and his t

In Tarique Rahman, Bangladesh To Get 1st Male PM In 35 Years: Top Points

After a landslide victory in the national election, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmakers have formally elected their chief, Tarique R

Watch: Sachin Pilot slams LDFs Lost Decade in Kerala

Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot critiques the Left Democratic Fronts decade-long rule in Kerala, highlighting migration, fiscal distress, and

Baramati plane crash: AAIB seeks specialised support to retrieve data from cockpit voice recorder

Requesting all stakeholders to avoid speculation, AAIB said it was diligently following all prescribed technical and procedural protocols to ensu

Kanpur murder-suicide horror: Kargil veteran kills wife, shoots 16-year-old son, then jumps in front of train; here's what led to the family tragedy

In Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur, a 51-year-old Kargil war veteran allegedly shot his wife and teen son and then jumped in front of a train. According t

Three police officials killed in attack in Paks NW

PESHAWAR, Feb 17: At least three militants and as many policemen were killed during a search operation in northwest Pakistan, police said. The se

Pocket Novel: Thiagarajan Kumararaja reunites with Vijay Sethupathi for his next; film goes on floors

With music scored by Ilaiyaraaja, the upcoming film also stars Raj B Shetty, Kishore and Malavika Mohanan

15,661 Human-Wildlife Conflict Cases Between 2023 And 2025 In J&K, 32 Dead: Govt

Jammu, Feb 17: A total of 15,661 cases of human-wildlife conflict were recorded across J&K between 2023 and 2025, resulting in 32 deaths and 350

AI Can Improve Early Disease Detection, Enable Timely Care, Says Health Tech Expert

Qure.ai's AI-powered medical imaging solutions are transforming healthcare by improving early detection of tuberculosis, lung cancer, cardiology,

Bill Gates To Attend AI Summit, Clarifies Gates Foundation After Name Dropped

The Gates Foundation, a philanthropic organisation set up byBill Gates, said Tuesday theMicrosoft founder will deliver the keynote address on Thu

HBSE Haryana Board Exam Admit Cards 2026: Release date, how to download and what class 10 & 12 students should know

HBSE Admit Cards 2026: HBSE Haryana Board exams for Class 10 and 12 are approaching. Admit cards are now available on the official website. Regul

Bill Gates not to attend AI Impact Summit, say govt sources

New Delhi, Feb 17 (PTI) Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates will not be attending AI Impact Summit, government sources said. Gates featured among the

Greenzo Energy, Lords Mark Industries sign MoU to develop clean power projects

NEW DELHI, Feb 17: Greenzo Energy has signed an agreement with Lords Mark Industries to jointly develop clean energy projects across Uttar Prades

Kerala CM flags fiscal concerns, calls for fair federalism

Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan is urging for fairness in intergovernmental fiscal arrangements. He said that the state has maintained

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka captain Shanaka lauds win over Australia as one of the best performances

Opener Pathum Nissanka struck a belligerent 52-ball 100 to power Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket win

State targets sharper fiscal consolidation; deficit to fall to 3% of GSDP in 2026-27

In the forthcoming years, Fiscal Deficit to GSDP ratio is projected to be 2.89% in 2027-28 and 2.80% in 2028-29, which are within the targets fix

MCA Invites Team Bids For T20 Mumbai Womens League

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) will launch the inaugural T20 Mumbai Womens League on June 1, featuring three teams

Canada's Yuvraj Samra scripts T20 World Cup history, slams 58-ball ton against New Zealand

Yuvraj Samra of Canada achieved a historic feat by scoring a century against New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Chennai. His 58-ball k

Uproar in J&K Assembly Over Remarks by Randhawa on Kashmir

JAMMU, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday witnessed noisy scenes and heated exchanges after MLA Khursheed objected to

Word of the day: Pernicious

Pernicious means very harmful or damaging, usually in a gradual or subtle way. This word captures quiet, creeping harm that causes serious damage

Apple Revamps Video Podcasts as Industry Shifts Toward Visuals

Apple is partnering with hosting platforms, including Amazons Art19 and SiriusXMs Simplecast and AdsWizz, to ensure podcasters can deliver their

2026 Winter Olympics Men's freestyle skiing: How to watch the 'Big Air' final and players to look for

2026 Winter Olympics Men's freestyle skiing: The stage is set at the Livigno Snow Park in Valtellina for the Mens Freeski Big Air Final, one of t

New MRI Machine In Sydney Can Freeze Tumours, Reduce Pain In Patients

MRI-guided cryoablation debuts in Sydney, offering precise, minimally invasive tumour treatment.

24 of 44 PSUs in J-K loss-making, four non-functional: UT government to Assembly

Jammu and Kashmir's public sector landscape reveals a challenging picture: 24 out of 44 PSUs are operating at a loss, with four completely non-fu

India-Queensland Ties in Focus at BioAsia 2026

Queensland returns to India for the third consecutive year, underscoring deepening strategic engagement with Indias life sciences and healthcare

India eyes $200B in data center investments as it ramps up its AI hub ambitions

NEW DELHI February 17, 2026 (AP) India is hoping to garner as much as $200 billion in investments for data centers over the next few years as it

NGT clears Great Nicobar infrastructure project, says adequate safeguards provided

The National Green Tribunal has approved the Great Nicobar Island International Container Transhipment Terminal. The tribunal found that environm

IIT Gandhinagar Internship 2026: Registrations Begin, Selected Interns To Receive Rs 50,000 Award

IIT Gandhinagar Internship: The internship will be conducted from May 7 to July 16, 2026, for a duration of eight weeks. Interested students must

Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport shipped 60 million rose stems in 2026 Valentines season, 38% year-on-year increase in volume and 64% rise in tonnage

International shipments remained steady at 305 MT with Singapore emerging as the top overseas destination, followed by Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), A

Canada Appoints Janice Charette As Chief Trade Negotiator To US

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday the appointment of public servant Janice Charette as the next chief trade negotiator to t

Revanth Reddy Pitches Telangana as Biopharma Investment Destination

Revanth Reddy said Telangana is no longer just competing within India, but with top global clusters even as the city has transformed into the wor

HRD Minister Nara Lokesh congratulates JEE Mains toppers from Andhra Pradesh

It is a matter of great pride that students from Andhra Pradesh have showcased their talent at the national level in the JEE Mains results, Nara

No Plan to Waive Power Arrears of Small, Marginal Farmers in J&K: Govt

JAMMU, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday told the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal under consideration to waive o

Pakistan Lost The Game In The First Innings : Waqar Younis

Former Pakistan Captain Waqar Younis praised Indias superior preparation

BNP members sworn in as MPs; party says they will not take oath for changing existing constitution

After a gap of around an hour, the 11-party alliance led by the JeI, and independent candidates reached the Parliament and were sworn in as membe

Actor Jayaram appears before ED for questioning in Sabarimala gold case

Jayaram has been asked to appear for questioning in the wake of his association and reported financial transactions with Unnikrishnan Potti, prim

Happy Chinese New Year 2026 wishes: 50+ messages, greetings, quotes to celebrate Lunar New Year

As Lunar New Year arrives, millions globally prepare for a fresh start, marked by family gatherings and the welcoming of the Year of the Horse in

Thane man gets life imprisonment in 2021 murder case

Thane: A court in Thane has sentenced a 29-year-old man to life imprisonment for the murder of a local resident after a dispute in 2021, while ac

Widely Used Natural Hair Extensions Have Toxic Chemicals, Says Study: 6 Health Impacts Explained

A new study suggests that natural hair extensions may contain toxic chemicals. Here are the potential health risks associated with hair extension

Political leaders across Telugu states greet KCR on 72nd birthday

Hyderabad: Leaders across the political spectrum, including Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his Andhra Pradesh counterpart N Chandra

Video: Kiren Rijiju Helps Push Stranded Vehicle Amid Snow In Arunachal Pradesh

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju helped push a stranded vehicle during heavy snowfall in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang.

48 Junior Assistants Transferred By DC Jammu

JAMMU, Feb 17: The Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Dr Rakesh Minhas has ordered the transfer and posting of 48 Junior Assistants. See Order Copy Click

New bathrooms and classroom units: School portables set to arrive, classes to resume as Tumbler Ridge B.C. returns to normal a week after fatal shooting

A week after a tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, where eight people were killed, including six children, the community is beginn

Russian prosthetics workshops fill up with wounded soldiers

Russian veterans wounded in Ukraine are getting new prosthetic limbs. Hundreds of thousands of soldiers are returning injured. Russia's prostheti

Tina Ambani Skips Enforcement Directorate Summons, 2nd Time In 2 Weeks

Tina Ambani, actor and wife of Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani, skipped a summons by the Enforcement Directorate today

Is a stiff rib cage causing your back pain?

(CNN) If you have recurring back pain, youve probably tried strengthening your core, loosening your hips and stretching your back. Those strateg

Over 1 Lakh Casual, Daily Wagers Registered in J&K; Regularization Under Review: Govt

JAMMU, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that 1,00,501 casual, daily rated and other workers

Telangana sees fourth highest illegal migrations to foreign countries

Hyderabad: Telangana ranked fourth among states with illegal migrations to foreign countries. As per the data presented by the Ministry of Extern

If Sri Lanka Do Not Win The Trophy AT Home, It will Be Disappointing : Nasser Hussain

All these conditions are in their favour, so there are expectation from Sri Lanka team

'Black Box burned?': Sanjay Raut questions alleged technical lapses in Baramati plane crash

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut echoes concerns about the plane crash that killed Ajit Pawar. He highlights the burned black box as a serious myster

Seyon teaser: Sivakarthikeyan is Virumaandi in the Kamal Haasan-produced film

Directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, the upcoming film is set to release in theatres in October 2026

The bookmaker and her dream: Tulikas founder on building a publishing house rooted in a love for children

As Chennai-based childrens publishing house Tulika turned 30 earlier this month, its founder Radhika Menon talks about her journey bringing out o

Video: CCTV shows inmates attacking policemen, fleeing juvenile home; two Pakistani nationals among three

Kamal Haasan, Sivakarthikeyan Reunite for 'Seyon'; First Look Unveiled

Seyon' marks the second collaboration between Sivakarthikeyan and Kamal Haasan's production banner, Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI).

After fake wedding, Hania Aamir and Asim Azhar holiday together

Islamabad: Pakistani stars Hania Aamir and Asim Azhar have found themselves at the centre of attention over their rumoured relationship and weddi

NHAI accepts NHITs Rs 6,221 cr offer to monetise two highway assets

NEW DELHI, Feb 17: NHAI has accepted National Highways Infra Trusts offer of Rs 6,220.90 crore for the asset monetisation of two highway sections

Nissan Gravite launch on Feb 17: Check on-road price, interior features and rivals of the 7-seater MPV

Nissan Gravite launch date in India arrives today. Positioned as a versatile Nissan Gravite 7 seater, this new model is expected to be a premium

Infosys stock rises over 3 pc after strategic tie-up with Anthropic

NEW DELHI, Feb 17: Shares of IT major Infosys rose more than 3 per cent on Tuesday after the company said it has entered into a strategic collabo

Indore MBA student's classmate abused her body after killing; performed witchcraft: Police

The womans body was found in her classmate's rented house, Deputy Commissioner of Police Shrikrishna Lalchandani said

How to clean bhindi properly without spoiling its texture: Simple cleaning tips to preserve okras natural crunch

Learn how to clean bhindi (okra) to prevent sliminess and maintain its natural crunch. Proper drying after a gentle rinse under running water is

Who is Tarique Rahman? All about Bangladeshs PM-designate who spent 17 years in London exile and his stance on India

Tarique Rahman, the chief of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), will take the oath as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh today. Tarique Rahman

Pilot invokes 1971 legacy as Congress faces CPI(M), BJP fire over Jamaat-e-Islami link

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, Feb 17: Under attack from the CPI(M) and the BJP over its alleged electoral understanding with the Jamaat-e-Islami in poll-bo

There Is Absolutely No Contest Between India And Pakistan Anymore : Irfan Pathan

The rivalry exists because of history and what has happened off the field, not because of what we see on the cricket field : Irfan Pathan

Woman Arrested, Daughter Booked Over Alleged Pakistani Citizenship, Espionage

MEERUT (UP), Feb 17: A woman has been arrested and her daughter booked for allegedly spying for Pakistans ISI and residing in the country without

J&K: NIA Raids House Of Retired Govt Employee In Srinagar

Srinagar, Feb 17: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday conducted searches at the residence of a retired government employee in Srin

Hamnet Review: Grief, Parenthood, and A Shakespearean Tragedy

Hamnet is currently nominated for 8 Academy Awards this year, and Jesse Buckley stands as the frontrunner to win her first Best Actress Oscar awa

T20 World Cup | Canada elects to bat against New Zealand

Daryl Mitchell is leading the Kiwis in absence of Mitchell Santner who's indisposed

Goa Is Like a Second Home: Naga Chaitanya

Raoul Hyman laid the foundation with a clinical opening stint, setting the fastest lap of 53.527s and steadily stretching his lead on the tight s

Sixteen Mohali Schools Evacuated After Hoax Bomb Threats

CHANDIGARH, Feb 17: Sixteen private schools in Punjabs Mohali received bomb threat emails on Tuesday mentioning Fortis Hospital, triggering evacu

School bus carrying 23 children falls into canal in Kerala capital; all escape unhurt

Local residents rushed to carry out rescue operations, ensuring that all children were safe

Hyderabad to get first unseasonal rains, hailstorms of 2026; IMD forecasts mist

Hyderabad: Residents of Hyderabad and other districts of Telangana need to get ready for the first unseasonal rains and hailstorms of 2026, apart

Reading books for your mood, not just for productivity

Feeling pressured to read for productivity? Discover why choosing books based on mood can reduce burnout and restore the joy of reading.

Civic Polls Results LIVE @ 12 pm: BRS Wins Ibrahimpatnam Municipality

While 106 municipalities have been decided, elections to another 11 municipalities including Ibrahimpatnam, Khyatanpally and Thorrur were put off

SpaceX to compete in Pentagon contest for autonomous drone tech: Report

SpaceX recently acquired xAI in a deal that combined Musks major space and defence contractor with the billionaire entrepreneurs artificial intel

'It's a humanitarian threat...': Trump says Cuba a 'failed nation' as oil embargo talks continue

'To people like him, woman nothing more than body': Congress MP Jothimani flays BJP leader Senthil Nathan for 'derogatory' remarks

Congress MP Jothimani condemned alleged misogynistic remarks by BJP district president V V Senthil Nathan, stating he views her as merely a ody,