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Breaking News Live Updates: Tata Sons board to consider N Chandrasekarans third term as Chairman today

IGNOU Mega Campus Recruitment Drive 2026: Check Date, Time, Eligibility And Registration Details

IGNOU is hosting an on-campus recruitment drive for graduates and postgraduates across various disciplines at B.R. Ambedkar Convention Centre, of

Will Examine If Cut-Off Reduction For NEET-PG Affects Quality Of Education: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court will examine if the NEET-PG 2025 cut-off reduction impacts postgraduate medical education quality amid petitions challenging th

Over 5,600 Flights Cancelled, Schools Shut As Massive Snowstorm Hits US

A massive snowstorm pummeled the northeastern United States from Maryland to Maine on Monday, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong

CBI opposes Sakshi publisher Jagatis fund transfer request in Telangana HC

Hyderabad: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday, February 23, urged the Telangana High Court not to permit Jagati Publications, wh

Karnataka: Section 163 to Continue in Bagalkot Old City Till February 28

He further denied permission for any protests in the Old City area and asserted strict legal action against the violators.

Survey: 19% of Teens See Unwanted Nude Images on Instagram

Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, is facing allegations from global leaders that the company's products harm young users

Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence over drug lord El Menchos death

His death triggered spasms of violence, with cartel members blocking roads in 20 States and torching vehicles and businesses.

Akshay Oberois Look From Yash-Starrer Toxic Unveiled

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' has already garnered significant attention for its compelling teaser on social me

Trump rejects war doubts amid Iran row

Washington: US President Donald Trump forcefully rejected media reports that his top general opposes military action against Iran, insisting that

Nagarkurnool: Temple mgmt booked under SC/ST Act in infant death case

Hyderabad: Nagarkurnool police on Monday, February 23, collected caste certificates of both the victims family and the accused as part of their i

Foreign Woman Reveals 5 Surprising Things About Solo Travel In India: 'Genuinely Shocked Me'

Travel vlogger Maya Rey shares five surprising facts about solo travel in India, highlighting local hospitality, English proficiency, and unique

Telangana weather update: IMD sounds orange alert for Hyderabad, warns of rainfall, thunderstorms today. Check forecast for Sangareddy, Suryapet, Khammam and other districts

Rain in Telangana today: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for Hyderabad today, warning of rainfall along wit

First-time Karnataka Congress MLAs seek Cabinet berth ahead of reshuffle

The legislators urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to induct at least five first-term MLAs, arguing that 38 newly elected members deserve represen

Demi Lovato to Perform at 37th GLAAD Media Awards

Actor Jonathan Bennett has been confirmed as the host for the evening. Bennett, known for his breakout role in Mean Girls alongside Lindsay Lohan

For Iran's rulers, refusing US demands is a risk worth taking

Iran faces U.S. military pressure but refuses to yield on its nuclear program and weapons. Experts believe this standoff makes conflict almost in

Word of the day: Impignorate

Impignorate is a rare English word that means to give something valuable as security to borrow money. The word comes from the old Latin language

Charley Crockett cancels Winnipeg show and entire Canadian tour, past felony conviction derails Canadian tour

American country singer Charley Crockett has cancelled his entire Canadian tour after being denied entry into the country twice due to a 2016 fel

Trump Warns Iran of Bad Things If No Deal Made, Sets Deadline of 1015 Days

Otherwise bad things happen, Trump, who has repeatedly threatened to attack Iran, told the first meeting of his Board of Peace in Washington.

Lucknow man shoots father in fit of rage; dismembers body

The accused admitted that a dispute arose between him and his father on February 20, and he shot him dead

Meerut Rapid Train Crosses 1 Lakh Riders On First Full Day After Launch

Bharat Mata ki Jai echoed inside the coaches as commuters thronged the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) on its first full day of

Hyderabad: 18 yr old student drowns at pvt pool in Old Alwal

Hyderabad: A swimming lesson at a private pool in Old Alwal ended in tragedy on Sunday evening when an 18-year-old college student was found unre

US Senate Democrats introduce bill to force refunds of Trump tariffs deemed illegal

Twenty-two Senate Democrats have proposed a bill to refund all tariffs collected under President Donald Trump's administration. These tariffs wer

Not Sure What Gambhir Does: India Coach Under Scanner After SA Loss

Gautam Gambhir's reputation as a shrewd and impactful white-ball coach is probably facing its toughest Test. India have lost their first game in

Tame Impala announces 2026 Australian tour; heres when tickets go on sale and how to get them

Tame Impala Melbourne: Tame Impala is coming to Australia in October 2026. This tour follows their new album Deadbeat and frontman Kevin Parker's

US sheds light on its allegation of Chinese nuclear test and urges nations to push for disarmament

A US official has revealed new details of a Chinese nuclear test from 2020. He urged nations to press China and Russia for nuclear disarmament. T

Blizzard Warnings Leave Millions Homebound in US

Even as the snow moved northward and tapered off in other areas, the National Weather Service said it is tracking another storm that could bring

All 7 On Board Air Ambulance Flying To Delhi Die In Crash In Jharkhand

All seven people on board an air ambulance were killed when the aircraft crashed near Simaria in Jharkhand's Chatra district on Monday evening. T

Supersub Strikes Again as Sesko Gives Man United Win at Everton

It was the third time in four games that Sesko has scored after coming off the bench and secured points for United

CBSE Board Exams 2026 Live: Paper Pattern, Exam Day Instructions And Resources

CBSE Board 2026 Class 12th Accountancy Exam LIVE Updates: CBSE Class 12 accountancy exam is scheduled for February 24 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm wi

Democrats call for U.S. govt to refund billions in Trump tariff money after Supreme Court rebuke

Three Democrat Senators unveiled a bill that would require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to issue refunds over the course of 180 days and pa

FedEx sues US for refund on Trump's emergency tariffs

Global firm FedEx has sued for a refund of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. The U.S. Supreme Court recently declared these tarif

Stock Market Live: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company (663.50) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company (LIC). The stock has been getting

Donald Trump State of the Union Address: U.S. President SOTU speech to drop bombshell as approval ratings fall big time?

Donald Trump is expected to host the traditional lunch on Tuesday with anchors from the five main networks: NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox and CNN. Officials

Bihar to explore potential of cooperative farming, teams to visit Gujarat

Bihars cooperative department also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Ltd (NFCSF)

Gut your health: How Leucine Rich Bio uses microbiome science to personalise preventive healthcare

From at-home microbiome testing to personalised diets and drug discovery ambitions, Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Leucine Rich Bio is shifting

Trump denies top US officer warned of Iran strike risks

President Donald Trump denied reports that top US general Dan Caine warned against striking Iran, insisting the US would easily win any war. Medi

US details Chinese nuclear test allegation, urges global push for disarmament

Speaking after the expiry of the New START pact, Washington warned of rising nuclear risks and urged greater transparency from Beijing and Moscow

From Jai Shree Ram To Jai Maa Kali: BJP's Cultural Rebranding In Bengal

In the swirling tapestry of Indian politics, few threads are as vibrant - and as contentious - as the narratives woven around cultural symbols.

Trump Refutes Reports of Top General Advising Against War With Iran

Numerous stories from the Fake News Media have been circulating stating that General Daniel Caine, sometimes referred to as Razin, is against us

Can Prince Andrew be removed from the line of succession? Heres how

Although stripped of royal duties, he remains eighth in line to the throne of King Charles III

Refusing to marry after physical relations due to kundali mismatch can attract BNS charges: Delhi HC

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma made the observation while refusing to grant bail to a man accused of establishing physical relations with a woman a

Security forces keep up fight with cartel gunmen a day after the Mexican military killed a drug lord

Mexico's army has killed drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho. His death triggered widespread violence across the country. Ro

UK Police Arrest Former Envoy to US Mandelson Over Epstein Ties

It came days after a friendship with Epstein landed the former Prince Andrew in police custody

Won a UNESCO award, so what?

Many heritage landmarks in the city have earned nods from the world body for their historicity or restoration. But is enough being done to protec

Senate Democrats push $175 billion tariff refund after Supreme Court ruling

The proposal would require US Customs and Border Protection to issue refunds with interest, prioritising small businesses

FedEx sues U.S. Government seeking full refund of Trump tariffs after Supreme Court ruling

FedEx has filed a case to get back tariff money from the U.S. government after a court ruling against Trumps trade policy. The decision has also

US judge permanently blocks release of report on Trump documents case

A US judge has stopped the Justice Department from releasing a prosecutor's report on Donald Trump's classified documents case. The judge ruled t

Gold Price today: Spot gold rate falls. Here's what is impacting Gold, silver

Gold, seen as a safe store of value during economic and geopolitical uncertainty, also tends to perform well when interest rates are low.

Former UK ambassador Mandelson arrested after Epstein revelations

Former British ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, 72, was arrested in London on suspicion of misconduct in public office over his

Morning Brief Podcast: Court Says No. Trump Says Watch This. What Should India Do?

Creator commerce platform Wishlink raises $17.5M in Series B funding

Wishlink's Series B funding was led by Vertex Ventures with participation from existing investors. It plans to use the capital to deepen its tech

SA drubbing leaves Indias semis fate hanging by thread

ICC Mens T20 World Cup What Must India Do to Qualify for the Semi-Finals? Ahmedabad, Feb 23: A heavy defeat is damaging. A heavy defeat with tour

Hetmyer, Powell lead WIs rout of Zimbabwe by 107 runs

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Mumbai, Feb 23: Shimron Hetmyer lit up the Wankhede Stadium with a breathtaking 34-ball 85 as West Indies crushed Zimbabwe

England, Pak eye crucial Super Eight points

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts 7pm IST Pallekele, Feb 23: On a surface expected to assist slow bowlers, both England and Pakistan will lean

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq crash at U.S Stock Market. Top gaining, losing stocks at Wall Street

U.S Stock Market today: On Wall Street, big losses hit companies under suspicion of getting undercut by AI-powered rivals. Investors have been sh

After T20Is, India women eye triumph over Australia in ODIs

Brisbane, Feb 23: Having secured a stunning T20I series triumph, reigning world champions India will have the psychological edge when they take o

PGTIs 72 The League to tee off at Classic Golf & Country Club

Gurugram, Feb 23: Leading domestic professionals representing six city-based franchises will compete in a new team match-play format as PGTIs 72

IGPL secures $100 mn franchise commitment, unveils team owners

New Delhi, Feb 23: The Indian Golf Premier League on Monday announced a USD 100 million capital commitment from 10 franchise partners across the

Srikanth, Tanvi lead Indian challenge at German Open

Mulheim an der Ruhr, Feb 23: Veteran shuttler Kidambi Srikanth and World Junior Championships silver medallist Tanvi Sharma will headline the Ind

KIWG: Army makes rousing start

Gulmarg, Feb 23: Army made an emphatic start to the Gulmarg leg of the Khelo India Winter Games, winning three of the five gold medals at stake h

Twin Milan and Cortina Olympic cauldrons extinguished

Verona (Italy), Feb 23: The Milan Cortina Olympics ended as the twin flames in co-host cities Milan and Cortina dAmpezzo were extinguished during

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 Episodes 5 to 8 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch: Global streaming timings worldwide

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 Episodes 5 to 8 release on Netflix on February 26. Fans can catch Benedict and Sophies romance unfold. This guide cove

NHPC celebrates Vasant Utsav 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 23: Vasant Utsav 2026 was today celebrated with great enthusiasm by NHPC, Indias 100% renewable energy company

Second edition of Innovate to Excel concludes at JUIT

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 23: The second edition of Innovate to Excel was today concluded at the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) o

Paymart introduces Virtual ATM services in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 23: In a major step towards enhancing financial inclusion and convenience, Chandigarh-based fintech startup Pa

Air ambulance with 7 onboard to Delhi from Ranchi crashes in Jharkhands Chatra

RANCHI, Feb 24 : An air ambulance with seven people onboard to Delhi from Ranchi crashed near Simaria in Jharkhands Chatra district, Ranchi airpo

US military strikes alleged drug boat in Caribbean Sea, killing 3

The U.S. military says it killed three people in a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea

Unabated Drug Menace

The drug menace in J&K has reached an alarming and deeply disturbing stage. What was once perceived as a sporadic social problem has now evolved

Trump Reshaping the Global Order

Dr Varinder Sharma drvarindersharmabjp@gmail.com Donald Trumps second-term political project, built around the idea of restoring national primacy

31 First-Time MLAs Demand Ministerial Berths In Cabinet Reshuffle

While staking claim for ministerial berths, first-time MLAs stated in facing the 2028 Assembly elections, it is important to face the people by p

Bharat Taxi won't let drivers earn below base rate: Shah

Union Minister Amit Shah announced a minimum base fare for drivers on the Bharat Taxi platform, ensuring 80% of earnings based on kilometers driv

Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao agree to rematch in September

I already fought and beat Manny once, Mayweather said in a statement. This time will be the same result.

Strategic Recalibration of India-Bangladesh-Pakistan Triangular Diplomacy

BNPs Electoral Return B S Dara bsdara@gmail.com The recent electoral victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party opens a new democratic chapter i

Diarrhoea Outbreak Reported In Srikakulam, 11 Under Treatment

Additional cases continue to be registered at the district medical centre, raising concerns among health officials.

No crash of LCA, just a minor incident, analysing issue: HAL

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has clarified that no Tejas fighter jet crashed this month, stating the incident was a minor technical issue on t

Devotee Donates Gold, Silver Crowns Worth 60 L To Talpagiri Temple

The ornaments were formally handed over to Executive Officer Alla Srinivasa Reddy in the presence of officials.

Love Is Blind Season 10 Episodes 10 and 11 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch: Global streaming timings worldwide and release date

Love Is Blind Season 10 Episodes 10 and 11 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch is confirmed for February 25, 2026, on Netflix

Inquiry into Tirupati laddu: Supreme Court declines Subramanian Swamy's plea

Modi hails 30 lakh households getting rooftop solar power under PM Surya Ghar scheme

NEW DELHI, Feb 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the milestone of 30 lakh households getting rooftop solar power under the PM Sur

Tyson: Four-legged Army hero who led anti-terror op in J&K despite taking a bullet; With Op Trashi-1, all 7 terrorists eliminated

A brave Army dog, Tyson, led the charge against terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar, sustaining a leg injury but enabling security forces to eliminate t

Spore cos to amp up investments in UP as Wong meets Adityanath

SINGAPORE, Feb 23: Singaporean companies will scale up their presence in Uttar Pradesh, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasised after he met Chie

Ranji Trophy final: Star-studded Karnataka hold all aces against gritty J&K

HUBBALLI, Feb 23: Jammu and Kashmirs entry into their maiden Ranji Trophy final is a heartwarming tale of grit and passion but to grab the title,

Giriraj slams Rahul Gandhi for misleading nation on India-US trade deal

NEW DELHI, Feb 23: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that he is misleading the nation on the

Quality must define Indias manufacturing future, says Piyush Goyal

NEW DELHI, Feb 23: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday asserted that quality must become the cornerstone of Indias manufacturin

Quote of the day by Sean Connery: Laughter kills fear, and without fear there can be no faith.

Sean Connery was a very famous actor from Scotland who became a global star after playing James Bond in movies. He started from a poor background

Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches agriculture, rural development projects in Assam

GUWAHATI, Feb 23: Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday launched several initiatives and handed over t

Indias Alpine hopes soar in Gulmarg

Teen talent targets Winter Olympics Excelsior Sports Correspondent Srinagar, Feb 23: Three young alpine skiers training under double Winter Olymp

Govt cuts duty benefits for exporters under RoDTEP scheme by 50 pc; exporters body seeks relook

NEW DELHI, Feb 23 : The government on Monday halved the rate of duty benefits under the export support scheme, RoDTEP, prompting the exporting co

Mark Carney to visit India, Australia, and Japan to strengthen trade and defence ties

OTTAWA, Feb 23 : Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that he will travel to India, Australia, and Japan from February 26 to March 7 to