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Software outage disrupts airline check-ins nationwide

New Delhi: Airlines faced issues in checking in passengers at various airports on Thursday, February 19, morning due to a software problem that l

Supreme Court grants bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt in cheating case

Complainant Ajay Murdia has alleged that Mr. Bhatt and his wife induced him to invest over 30 crore in a biopic of his late wife, promising high

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: DMDK joins DMK-led alliance; will win over 200 seats, says Premallatha

She said the alliance was formed as per the wishes of DMDK district secretaries and cadre. Our leader, Captain (Vijayakant), wanted this to happe

Chhattisgarh High Court verdict states partial penetration is attempt to rape, not rape

The court ruled that while there was evidence of sexual assault and partial penetration, the ingredients of completed rape had not been conclusiv

India AI Summit 2026: Jio with Reliance to invest 10 lakh crore over seven years, Mukesh Ambani announces

The best of AI is yet to come and that AI can usher in an era of super abundance, Reliance Industries Chairman said

VHP condemns restrictions on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti celebrations today

Five arrested as excise officials seize ganja, cannabis products and non-duty paid liquor in Hyderabad

Five men were arrested in two separate cases, leading to a seizure of sharp weapons from their possession, informed sleuths

EV charging network provider Statiq raises $18M led by Tenacity Ventures

The company intends to use the newly raised funds to scale its infrastructure and strengthen its presence across Tier I and II cities.

Several schools in Noida receive bomb threats during CBSE exams

Noida: Nearly a dozen schools in Noida received bomb threat emails on Thursday, February 19, sparking panic among students, parents and school st

AI Summit: It is important to democratise AI so that humans dont become just a data point: PM Modi

Modi stated that Indias AI vision, centered on Welfare for all, Happiness for all, serves as the benchmark for the country

Rail Seva Puraskar for 52 SCR Secunderabad division staff

UDF promises sweeping reforms in Keralas higher education sector

Student welfare, university autonomy and AI integration form core of new policy framework

No stampede at Shivneri Fort during Shivjayanti: Pune police

Pune: Pune Superintendent of Police (SP) Sandeep Singh Gill on Thursday, February 19, denied reports of a stampede at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

UP: 15-year-old Dalit gang-raped by two youths, minor at hotel

Banda: A 15-year-old Dalit girl was allegedly abducted and gang-raped at a hotel in Uttar Pradeshs Banda district by two youths and a minor, who

Names of top 4 finalists of The 50; Prince Narula out

Mumbai: Banijay Asias captive gaming reality show The 50 has been registering impressive viewership since its premiere on February 1. The show, w

TCS Stock Rises 2 Pc as Tata Group, OpenAI Announce Strategic AI Partnership

The partnership with OpenAI has been announced amid the ongoing India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, and a day after Infosys announced a tie-up w

Pine Labs partners with OpenAI to embed AI into its merchant stack

The partnership aims to drive 'agentic commerce' by embedding AI-driven reasoning into high-volume financial workflows.

Operation Thrashy Major Breakthrough; Terror Networks To Be Crushed: LoP Sunil Sharma

Jammu, Feb 19: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Thursday termed Operation Thrashy a significant breakthrough by security forces, asserting th

DMDK joins the DMK-led front in Tamil Nadu to contest the upcoming Assembly Elections

This is first time the DMDK is aligning with the DMK since its formation; It had earlier alliances with the AIADMK and the BJP

Malayalis roast The Kerala Story 2 trailer with beef-porotta jibes on social media

Malayalis, especially women, mock a scene featuring a detained woman rejecting beef by flooding the Internet with memes and videos celebrating th

Kerala couple arrested in synthetic drug smuggling case

The suspects were nabbed following a tip-off from another suspect arrested last month with 200 grams of MDMA

India must find a way to deal with finger spinners in Super 8s

As India gears up for the Super 8s, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate points out significant obstacles on the horizon. The predictable nature of

Ajit Pawar death, Baramati plane crash: Maharashtra Govt must provide security to Rohit Pawar, says Supriya Sule

Rohit Pawar has been placing facts, issues and questions in a well-researched and thoughtful manner reflecting public sentiment, Supriya Sule sai

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: DMDK joins DMK-led bloc; alliance will win over 200 seats, says Premallatha

She said the alliance was formed as per the wishes of DMDK district secretaries and cadre

Hamas tightens grip in Gaza as Trump pushes peace plan

Hamas is consolidating its power in Gaza. The group is placing loyalists in key government positions and collecting taxes. This move is raising d

Congress MLAs Protest in J&K Assembly Over Alleged Harassment of Kashmiris

Jammu, Feb 19: Congress MLAs Irfan Lone and Iftikhar Ahmed on Thursday staged a protest outside the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, alleging harassme

Macron shares AI-generated image featuring PM Modi with heart gesture

President Macron is on a three-day trip to India to attend AI Impact Summit 2026

US to Withdraw All Troops From Syria

The US is also building up its military capabilities near Iran, where officials have vowed to respond to any attack by laying siege to American m

SC grants bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt in cheating case

The Supreme Court granted bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt in a multi-crore rupees cheating case. The court also regularised the interim bail for h

Climate Change Adversely Impacting World's Coffee Supply, New Analysis Finds

Climate change pushed temperatures above the coffee-harming threshold of 30 degrees Celsius across the major coffee-producing countries.

Education Minister Sakina Itoo Accuses BJP Of Misleading People Over Law University Demand

Jammu, Feb 19: National Conference (NC) leader and Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo accused BJP of misleading the people of Jammu with hollow promise

This modern cafe in Hyderabad puts Araku coffee at the centre

With manual brews, clean architecture and a focus on Araku beans, Black Fuel Roastery invites you to slow down

CRPF Sets Up 43 High-Altitude Bases in J&K After Pahalgam Attack

New Delhi: The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has established 43 temporary operating bases in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir follow

Macron tells AI summit he's determined to 'shape rules' with allies

We are determined to continue to shape the rules of the game... with our allies such as India, Macron said in New Delhi

M.M. Keeravani in Talks to Score Music for Jai Hanuman?

The film stars Rishab Shetty in the powerful role of Lord Hanuman and is being helmed by Prashanth Varma.

What women should know about Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Unsafe sexual practices and the use of vaginal cleaners can contribute to PID, an upper reproductive system infection that affects the uterus, fa

Airbus targets record aircraft deliveries in 2026

Airbus aims to deliver a new milestone in its commercial aircraft deliveries this year, fueled by strong demand and a surge in profit in 2025. Fo

RTC bus overturns in Telanganas Gadwal, 20 injured; driver taken into custody

MS Education Academy students excelin JEE Main 2026

Hyderabad: MS Education Academy has once again demonstrated its academic excellence by achieving remarkable results in the highly competitive nat

Indian Jugaad is a big innovation tool: Shantanu Narayen of Adobe in conversation with Sunil Bharti Mittal of Bharti Enterprises

India has central role to play amid challenges around AI's potential misuse, says Anthropics CEO

During his address at India AI Impact Summit 2026, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said India has historically set a standard for the Global South

Will Bayer's proposed $7.25 billion Roundup deal bring legal closure?

Bayer's Monsanto division is making headlines with a bold offer of $7.25 billion to settle lawsuits concerning Roundup and its alleged link to no

Watch: Troubled waters: On the Great Nicobar Project

Concerns about the Nicobar project should have got a fair appraisal

Google Pixel 10a launched in India with Tensor G4 processor and 48 MP camera

It operates on Android 16 out of the box and will offer 7 years of OS and 7 years of security updates

Telangana HC lifts stay on Ibrahimpatnam polls after BRS candidate returns

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, February 18, vacated the stay on Ibrahimpatnam municipal elections after Bharat Rashtra Samithi

Three Delhi schools receive bomb threat e-mails

CRPF Public School and St Thomas School in Dwarka, and DAV Centenary Public School in Paschim Enclave received emails on Thursday following which

Meta Reboots Smartwatch Plan, Aims Debut in 2026: Report

The company has revived its Malibu 2 smartwatch project, the report said

3-day meeting on developments in vegetable cultivation in Hyderabad from February 20-22

3-Year-Old Girl Raped in Vizag; Accused Detained

Based on a complaint, the police booked a case under provisions of BNS and POCSO Act and detained the accused

IIT-Madras to launch Applied AI Innovation Centre in Dubai

Chennai: IIT-Madrass Global Research Foundation will establish its first Applied AI Innovation Centre at Dubai CommerCity to boost technology-led

Open plot auction near Hyderabad fetches Rs 51,000 per sq yard

Hyderabad: Telangana Housing Board has conducted the public auction of open plots in Lakshmiguda, Rajendranagar mandal near Hyderabad. The highes

Pollution Dip Brings Film Shoots Back To Delhi

Delhi is set to host its own film festival on March 25.

LIVE: Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging constitutional validity of the Citizenship Amendment Act

The petitions are scheduled before a Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant

Bengaluru Woman Slaughtered In Bed As Husband Lies Clueless Inches Away

A 70-year-old woman was murdered in her home in Bengaluru's Nelamangala while her mentally challenged husband lay beside her, apparently unaware

Nepal, India ink mutual legal assistance agreement

The agreement will enable the two countries to cooperate in criminal investigations and legal proceedings, according to a statement issued by the

HPBOSE LDR exam 2026: How to check list of 97 rejected candidates on official website hpbose.org. A complete guide

The Himachal Pradesh School Education Board has rejected 97 applications for the Limited Direct Recruitment (LDR) exam scheduled for February 22,

Umpire dies after a bee swarm attack during cricket match in Unnao

A senior cricket umpire, Manik Gupta, tragically died after a bee swarm attacked players and officials during a match in Unnao. The sudden incide

Motivational speaker Munawar Zama urges youth in Kalaburagi to cultivate ideas and skills

Referring to concerns about job loss in the age of artificial intelligence, he said such fears were often exaggerated

Deogarh Declares Religious Institutions Child Marriage-Free Zones

To tighten surveillance, a child marriage prohibition task force has been constituted in every panchayat

Government to upskill, reskill IT workforce amid AI challenges: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister Vaishnaw said PM Modi has announced a big policy shift aimed at attracting world's data to India, to be processed here and to deli

India not just a part of AI revolution, but leading it: PM Modi

The prime minister said India not only builds technology but also adopts it at an unprecedented pace

Three injured in overcrowding at Punes Shivneri Fort during Shivaji Jayanti celebration

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar also attended the celebrations at the fort on Thursda

Surge in drone strikes in Sudans Kordofan kills civilians, disrupts aid

Cairo: A surge in drone strikes in the Sudanese region of Kordofan has taken a growing toll on civilians and hampered aid operations, analysts an

Rs 50,000 Cash, And Signal Chats: Revelations In Rohit Shetty House Firing

In a major revelation in connection with the firing outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty's home, investigators have found that a sum of Rs 3 lakh was p

Actress Nithya Menen Turns Producer, Joins Samantha and Others

The National Award-winning actress has officially announced her entry into film production by launching her own banner, Keyuri Productions.

AI Summit: Aswini Vaishnaw unveils 'New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments'

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments. This voluntary framework involves global AI companies a

57% Conviction, 14% FIRs, 0.6% Courtroom Guilt: Inside Madhya Pradesh's Anti-Corruption Paradox

According to the government, between 2020 and 2025, the Economic Offences Wing secured convictions in 40 out of 70 criminal cases that reached a

SreeLeela Career On The Upswing In Kollywood?

The success of these upcoming films could further cement Sree Leelas position in the Tamil film industry.

Biggest African economies lead stablecoin demand growth, study shows

Africas biggest economies Nigeria and South Africa are driving the strongest growth in demand for stablecoins, a survey found

ED Issues Fresh Summons To Anil Ambani For Feb 26

New Delhi, Feb 19: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued fresh summons to Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani, directing him to appear for

Bangladesh Cop Murder Accused Detained At Delhi Airport

He was intercepted by the Immigration Department at the airport and later deported to Bangladesh after the completion of the necessary procedures

RTC Bus Overturns in Gadwal, 20 Passengers Injured

The traffic on NH-44 in Gadwal was disrupted for a while following the incident but was later restored

Vijay Deverakonda's House Decked Up Ahead Of Wedding

The glowing decorations serve as a festive welcome for Rashmika as she joins the family.

Give AI an open sky, but ...: PM Modi hails AI, flags caution top quotes

Prime Minister Modi emphasized democratizing AI for human-centric development at the AI Impact Summit. He highlighted India's talent and policy c

Franklin Templeton and Binance Advance Strategic Collaboration with Institutional Off-Exchange Collateral Program

Macron Tells AI Summit He's Determined to Shape Rules With Allies

The European Union has led the way for global regulation with its Artificial Intelligence Act, which was adopted in 2024 and is coming into force

'Kerala Story 2' 'invents false stories' to insult Kerala: K C Venugopal

Congress general secretary K C Venugopal has voiced his strong disapproval of the forthcoming film 'Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond'. He argues that

TCS Partners OpenAI To Build 100MW AI Infrastructure

As part of a multi-year agreement, Tata Consultancy Services' HyperVault unit will develop AI-ready, green-energy-powered infrastructure designed

Allu Arjuns Rs 100 crore house tour: Inside his Hyderabad mansion in Jubilee Hills with minimalist interiors and family comfort

Allu Arjun's Hyderabad mansion in Jubilee Hills is a serene, all-white sanctuary, a stark contrast to his on-screen persona. This Rs 100 crore, 8

Forget Galgotia University and Chinas Orion, meet PARAM - the Made-in-India robot dog built by an Indian startup

An Indian startup, General Autonomy, has introduced PARAM, a robot dog built entirely in India. This comes after Galgotias University faced criti

India built something no other country could have: Emmanuel Macron at AI Impact Summit

US judge blocks ex-Palantir staffers from poaching workers for new AI firm

Palantir says the defendants signed agreements barring them from competing with the company for one year after leaving

Watch: AI has become major field of strategic competition: Macron at India AI summit

Hina Khan: Who said work and faith cant go hand in hand

Mumbai: Actress Hina Khan shared a heartfelt note as she geared up for Sehri, saying that dedication towards work and faith can beautifully go ha

Still Working On That, Dad: Sundar Pichai On Driverless Cabs On Indian Roads

Addressing the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi with PM Modi in attendance, Sundar Pichai, a native of Chennai, recalled his college days in s

AI summit: From Tata Sons chair Chandrasekarans expansion strategy to Google CEO Pichais vision who said what

India is hosting the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, bringing together global leaders to discuss artificial intelligence. Discussions focused on dem

Andhra govt boosts land allotment for Google AI data centers to 600 acres

The government has approved the allotment of 601.4 acres of land (up from 480 acres) by APIIC to Adani Infra (India) Ltd, as notified partner of

Trump to host Board of Peace meeting on February 19: White House

Shivam Dube: India's silent hero this T20 World Cup

T20 World cup: After crucial cameos on tricky pitches against Namibia and Pakistan, Dube overcame a slow start to provide much-needed momentum to

PM Modi Highlights India's 'MANAV' Vision At Mega AI Impact Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today outlined India's MANAV vision for artificial intelligence while addressing global leaders at the AI Impact Sum