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Two Hindus Among Minority Communities Elected to Bangladesh Parliament

Hindus make up about eight per cent of the population in the Muslim-majority country of 170 million people

'Will Halt Airstrikes on Election Day in Ukraine': Russian Minister Mikhail Galuzin

This comes in the backdrop of a trilateral meeting between Ukraine, Russia, and the US, which is expected be held in Geneva on February 17-18.

AI Impact Summit: U.K. Deputy PM calls Delhi summit important moment' to unlock full benefits of AI

During the AI Impact Summit this week, the U.K. is expected to announce new support for an African Language Hub, enabling AI to work in 40 Africa

MK Stalin Urges PM Modi To Solve Citizenship Issues Of 89,000 Lankan Tamils

With just two months to go for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a huma

Centre approves road projects worth over 11,000 crore in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Telangana

Approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, these projects seek to improve freight movement, reduce travel time and enhance connectivi

MP News: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav Pulls Shiva Baraat Chariot In Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): A large number of devotees thronged Shiva temples in the city on Sunday to mark Mahashivratri. Chief minister Mohan Yada

Indore News: Advocates Across Madhya Pradesh Demand Immediate Implementation Of Protection Law

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): In a strong show of protest, advocates across Madhya Pradesh will abstain from judicial work on Monday, February 16, 202

'Not leaving NATO': Marco Rubio doubles down on US support for NATO despite strains

Trump Says Board of Peace to Unveil $5 Billion for Gaza Reconstruction

The pledges will be formally announced when board members gather in Washington on Thursday for their first meeting, he said

China Lunar New Year 2026: When is official Spring Festival. What to know about World's one of biggest festivals

China Lunar New Year 2026: Beijing widened its visa-free entry policy to more than 45 countries, making visitors from many European nations, alon

Gaza Civil Defence Says Israeli Strikes Kill 12 Since Dawn

Despite a US-brokered truce that entered its second phase last month, violence has continued in the Palestinian territory, with Israel and Hamas

Lok Sabha may take up opposition's notice against Speaker Om Birla on March 9

New York City, New Jersey weather forecast: Snowfall predicted across New York, Long Island, Pennsylvania

U.S Weather Forecast: A storm bringing rain to parts of the Southeast moves offshore, it is expected to interact with colder air across parts of

Chhetri becomes oldest scorer in ISL history as Bengaluru FC defeats SC Delhi

The record was previously held by French World Cup winner Robert Pires (41 years, 15 days)

Gold price, silver rate prediction: Volatile situation expected after Presidents day holiday? Details here

Gold rate, silver price prediction: Analysts said central bank buying, safe-haven flows amid the sharp sell-off in tech & AI stocks across global

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan examined by team of doctors in jail, his party rejects inspection

His party refused to accept the latest inspection, saying that without the presence of the PTI, his family and Khans personal doctors, the govern

CMAT 2026 Result Expected Today At cmat.nta.nic.in; Check Scorecard Download Steps

CMAT 2026 Result: The results of the CMAT 2026 can be revealed at any time today. You can get the scorecard by logging in to the CMAT-NTA website

Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton set for Dallas Open final

Frisco (USA), Feb 15: Top-seeded Taylor Fritz beat Marin Cilic in straight sets and No. 2 Ben Shelton rallied past defending champion Denis Shapo

Health department team deployed in Haryana village after 4 deaths due to hepatitis B

More than 400 people have been screened for symptoms in Chhainsa village in Hathin sub-division in Palwal district, officials said

India lose 2-4 to Argentina at FIH Mens Pro League

Rourkela, Feb 15: India endured a 2-4 defeat against Argentina in the last match of Rourkela leg of the FIH Mens Pro League 202526 on Sunday at t

Morning Digest: Trade deals from position of strength, says PM Modi; India beats Pakistan to qualify for Super 8 at T20 WC, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

PM Modi won't go for Tarique Rahmans swearing-in as it clashes with Macron meet in Mumbai

Warner Bros weighs reopening sale talks with Paramount: Report

Warner Bros Discovery is weighing a new offer from Paramount Skydance for a potential sale. Board members are discussing if Paramount's bid prese

NBA All-star game format, results: Victor Wembanyama's World team lost, LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard's 'Stripes' play 'Stars'

NBA All-Star game: The seven-time All-Star went 11 of 13 and 6 of 7 from beyond the arc despite a reasonable defensive effort from the World team

Corner office Conversation: T Krishnakumar, Director of Reliance Consumer Products

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results OUT Today At jeemain.nta.nic.in; What 95+ Percentile Means For JEE Advanced

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results: The NTA JEE results will be made public shortly by the National Testing Agency (NTA). According to NTA's officia

Indore News: Love, Obsession & Occult: Accused Attempts To Summon Victims Spirit

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Shocking revelations have emerged in the murder case of an MBA student in the Dwarkapuri area. What began as a story of

Bhopal News: MP To Showcase AI-Enabled Governance, Deep-Tech Innovations At India AI Impact Summit

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Madhya Pradesh will showcase its AI-enabled governance models and cutting-edge deep-tech innovations at India AI Impact

Indore News: Longest Serving VC Of DAVV, Dr Bharat Chhaparwal Passes Away

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Former vice chancellor of Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and renowned paediatrician, Dr Bharat Chhaparwal passed away on Su

Bdesh seeks fresh start with India, says PM-elects Aide

BNP calls for fresh start with India after landslide win, urges Delhi to acknowledge new political reality and ensure non-interference Dhaka, Feb

Imran Khans safety at risk in covert shift plan: PTI

Islamabad, Feb 15: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has raised serious concerns over reports that its founder and former prime minister Imran K

Most professors of practice hired in Tamil Nadu followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat: UGC Data

According to the data, 1,841 PoPs have been hired by 349 HEIs so far, the maximum of them being in Tamil Nadu (395); while 193 PoPs have been hir

Bdesh poll signals multiparty turn; BNP faces test

DHAKA, Feb 15: Bangladeshs 13th Parliamentary Election marks a return to what observers describe as genuine multiparty politics after years of co

Ukraine strikes Russian Black Sea port ahead of US-brokered talks

KYIV, Feb 15: A Ukrainian drone strike on Sunday ignited fires at the Russian Black Sea port of Taman in the Krasnodar region, damaging an oil st

Rubio: India agrees to cease Russian oil imports

MUNICH, Feb 15: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at the Munich Security Conference that India has committed to stop buying additional Russi

SR College conducts free seminar & interactive session for IAS/JKAS aspirants

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 15: SR College of Competitions successfully organized a Free Seminar for IAS/JKAS Aspirants today at its Gandh

Gazas Nasser Hospital condemns MSF service suspension

CAIRO, Feb 15: Gazas Nasser Hospital has condemned Doctors Without Borders (MSF) for suspending most noncritical services, stating that civilian

Klaebo wins record ninth Winter Olympics gold medal

Johannes Klaebo, 29, has won four of his nine golds at the Milan-Cortina Games and he has two more events still to come

Thousands of devotees throng Pashupatinath, other temples in Nepal on Maha Shivratri

KATHMANDU, Feb 15: Thousands of Hindu devotees thronged the revered Pashupatinath temple and other Shiva temples across Nepal on the occasion of

DST endeavouring to chart out futuristics roadmap for biotechnology

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 15: The Department of Science and Technology is endeavouring to chart out futuristics roadmap for biotechnolog

I am never fully satisfied; public life demands constructive restlessness: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Feb 15 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that by temperament, he is never fully satisfied and believes that public life de

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake extends Mahashivratri greetings

COLOMBO, Feb 15 : Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Mahashivratri, sayin

Sant Kabirs legacy, philosophy awakening societys inner soul: LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today urged the people to harness power for societal transformation and cr

Morocco eyes 80,000 footfalls from India in 2026

MUMBAI, Feb 15 : Morocco is expecting up to 80,000 visitors from India this year, in line with the growth momentum of the previous year, with a f

Clinical India beat Australia by 21 runs in rain-hit first Womens T20I

SYDNEY, Feb 15: India were clinical with both bat and ball as they defeated Australia by 21 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method in

Mahashivratri celebrated with religious fervour, devotion across J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Feb 15: The sacred festival of Mahashivratri, which marks the divine wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Pa

Silver, gold brace for another jittery week on US inflation data, Fed cues: Analysts

NEW DELHI, Feb 15: Precious metal prices are expected to witness further consolidation in the next week, with volatility likely to persist as inv

New Era Smart Governance

Jammu and Kashmirs rise as a national leader in digital governance marks one of the most striking administrative transformations in contemporary

Indian Football League from February 27

NEW DELHI, Feb 15: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Sunday announced that the Indian Football League 2025-26 season will kick off on F

Man commits suicide by hanging

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Feb 15: A young man committed suicide by hanging himself from ceiling fan hook in his house at village Baryal i

MLA Kathua dedicates developmental works to public

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Feb 15: Member Legislative Assembly, Kathua, Dr. Bharat Bhushan today dedicated three developmental works to the

Natrang stages play Aakhiri Boond

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 15: Theatre group Natrang here today staged Hindi play Aakhiri Boond, written and directed by Neeraj Kant. The

Teachings of Guru Kabir Dass are still relevant: Mula Ram

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 15: 508th Nirvan Divas of Saint Kabir Dass Ji was observed with enthusiasm and religious fervour across the Ja

SSP reviews crime scenario, stresses speedy investigation

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Feb 15: To assess the progress of cases under investigation across the district and with a strong focus on timely

SSP flags off 6 ERSS Dial 112 vehicles to boost emergency response

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Feb 15: SSP Doda, Sandeep Mehta here today flagged-off six Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) Dial 112 vehicl

MP News: Custodial Death Sparks Massive Protest In Khajuraho

Khajuraho (Madhya Pradesh): A day-long traffic jam and intense protests erupted on Sunday following the suspicious death of 24-year-old Rajesh Pa

MP News: Firing Erupts Over Dam Dispute In Susner

Susner (Madhya Pradesh): A dispute over fishing at Kitkhedi Dam turned violent on Sunday, leaving six persons injured after alleged indiscriminat

MP News: Navagraha Shaktipeeth A Remarkable, Divine Shrine, Says Chief Minister Mohan Yadav

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh): Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in the pran-pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of the Navagraha Shaktipeeth on

Lebanon says four dead in strike as Israel says targeted Palestinian group

It appeared to be the first strike Israel has claimed in Lebanon against Islamic Jihad, which is also allied with Hezbollah, since the truce

AP: Tragic Road Accident Claims Two Lives

Devarapalli police registered a case.

Tiger Carcass Discovered in Gundal Reservoir

The Gundal reservoir lies in close proximity to BRT, said forest officials.

Bhopal News: Extortion Bid From Hospital Owner On RTI Pretext, Case Registered

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Three men reportedly threatened a private hospital operator by posing as RTI activists and environmentalists and demande

MP News: Assault On Advocate At Bus Stand; 4 Arrested, 1 Run

Sardarpur (Madhya Pradesh): A day after a group of lawyers protested outside Sardarpur police station to press for action following an attack on

Rymbui rolls out student transport, fund for school and village infra in WJH

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 15: Education Minister and Amlarem MLA Lahkmen Rymbui on Saturday distributed work orders for infrastructure projec

ATMA staff raises concern over dues

From Our Correspondent TURA, Feb 15: An employee of Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) has raised the issue of the prolonged delay

Kishan, bowlers give India thumping win over Pakistan

ICC Mens T20 World Cup India qualify for Super Eights Colombo, Feb 15: Ishan Kishan merged power with finesse for a fifty before Jasprit Bumrah d

Australia on brink as Sri Lanka eye Super Eight spot

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts at 7 pm Pallekele, Feb 15: Injury-hit Australia could consider bringing in veteran Steve Smith to bolster the

Civic Poll D-Day: The Schedule, The Process, and The Restrictions

District collector is the authority in deploying forces at the premises.

Thangsko coal mine tragedy: Crackdown leads to 14 arrests

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 15: In a major escalation of enforcement against banned illegal coal mining, the East Jaintia Hills police have arr

Indian players celebrate after winning the ICC Mens T20 World Cup match against Pakistan

Indian players celebrate after winning the ICC Mens T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday. (PTI)

England take on Italy

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts at 3:00 pm Kolkata, Feb 15: Two-time champions England will look to seal their Super Eights berth when they t

Mining ban order too late, cosmetic: Legal expert

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 15: The recent prohibitory order issued by the East Jaintia Hills district administration banning illegal coal mini

JSM gives March 31 ultimatum to govt on coal mining reforms

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 15: The Jaintia Students Movement (JSM) has issued a firm ultimatum to the NPP-led MDA Government, setting March 31

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, February 16, 2026

Mist/hazy conditions very likely to prevail during morning/night hours.

Strayed Tiger Released Back into Papikondalu National Park

After examining Tiger's condition, forest officials decided to release it back into the forest, though after fixing a radio collar to it.

A common framework to build trust in AI in Asia

A shared framework that ensures technological progress and translates into inclusive human development is the need of the hour for Asia

Relatives Protest With Body of Worker Who Died in Dubai

Following the protests, police reportedly assured the relatives that they will file a case against the agent. The relatives then took the body fo

Fifty years ago | Krishna water for Madras promised by 3 States: PM

A hundred years ago | The cotton industry

Hindus among four from minority communities elected to Bangladesh parliament

Goyeshwar Chandra Roy and Nitai Roy Chowdhury are the two Hindu candidates who won on a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) ticket

Bhopal News: MP Waiting For Central Nod To Bring Wild Buffaloes From Assam

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Once, wild buffaloes roamed the forests of Madhya Pradesh, but for decades now, none have been sighted in the state. Now

MP News: Bullock Cart Falls Into Well After Finishing 2nd In Race

Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh): A bullock cart fell into a well after winning the second prize in a race in Khandwa on Saturday evening. The farmer and

Record Dances at Samalkot Irk Maha Shivaratri Devotees

Liquor overflowed at Magasanitippa village in Brahmasamedyam panchayat of Katrenikona mandal in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district on Sunday.

Mumbai & New Mangalore ports await 3 patrol boats months after contract deadline

TNCA to Revamp League Structure for Ranji Success

TNCA set to overhaul its league structure in bid to regain Ranji title, says Srinivasaraj

US Admiral lauds India's 'tactical execution' of Op Sindoor, says defence ties on 'steeply upward trajectory'

Two Ancient Idols Unearthed at Shiva Temple in Undi

Chalapati Rao believes the idol may belong to the Pallava era, as there is a trisulam behind Shiva and Parvati.

CBSE Sought Explanation From HPS Ramanthapur

Over parents allegations of unilateral fee hikes and non-formation of Parent Teacher Association

We need fiscal prudence during elections

Welfare should be accountable and targeted, not just election-time largesse