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New $25,000 tip tax deduction explained: who qualifies and how to claim it

The new $25,000 tip tax deduction applies from 2025 through 2028. File IRS Schedule 1-A to claim it. Only voluntary tips qualify. Income limits a

Civilisation on the wall: Why graffiti, the epitaph of our times, needs to be preserved

Ancient carvings unveil the stories of yesteryears, while today's graffitilike Cikai Korran's expressive words in Egyptmight serve as the histori

Have done more work in 1 year than AAP did in 10 years: CM

Quote of the Day by John Lennon: 'All we are saying is give peace a chance'Inspiring quotes by the co-lead vocalist of the Beatles

John Lennon's iconic lyrics, All we are saying is give peace a chance and Imagine all the people living life in peace, continue to resonate globa

Pollution, womens aid: AAP highlights BJPs unmet promises

Trump to release files on little orange men after slamming Obama on aliens & UFOs

President Donald Trump has ordered the release of government files concerning aliens and unidentified flying objects. This move follows his criti

India core output slows to 4% in January

India's core sector growth slowed to 4% in January. Energy industries saw moderated momentum. Infrastructure sectors like cement and steel remain

IPL-linked teams not considering Pakistan players for The Hundred

Reports suggest Indian-owned teams in England's Hundred competition may avoid Pakistani players. This follows political tensions between India an

Base year for goods trade indices revised to '22-23

India's merchandise trade indices have a new base year, 2022-23, replacing the old 2012-13. This update reflects significant economic shifts and

Quote of the day by Rihanna: 'I always believed that when you follow your heart or your gut...' inspiring lessons on courage and self-belief by the nine-time Grammy Awards winner and Fenty Beauty founder

Quote of the day by Rihanna: Rihanna's powerful words encourage listeners to follow their hearts and avoid settling. This philosophy, rooted in h

'Ill impose a 10% global tariff as alternative': Trump fumes after Supreme Court tariff ruling

India rolls out seven steps to boost exports

India's government has launched a significant export promotion mission. Seven new measures aim to boost outbound shipments. These include credit

JNUV-Csremarks onUGCequity rules stir row on campus

Force intact, fear fades: India remain T20 World Cup favourites, but Super 8s strip some aura

Despite an unbeaten run, India's T20 team has revealed vulnerabilities, including an opening batsman's struggles and diffidence against finger-sp

United States interim trade pact likely by April: Piyush Goyal

India and the US are set to sign an interim trade deal in March, with implementation expected the following month. This agreement aims to boost b

PLI disbursements at Rs 28,748 crore across 14 sectors

India's Production Linked Incentive scheme has disbursed over Rs 28,000 crore across 14 key sectors. This initiative has spurred significant inve

Amid SIR exercise, Home Ministry notifies another panel to clear pending CAA applications in West Bengal, primarily by Matuas

This is an additional committee that will process and fast-track CAA applications in the State, says a government source

AP Budget 202627: Rs 3,867 Crore Allocated for Revenue Reforms

Blockchain records, 22A drive to secure property rights

Bhasha matters in Indias multilingual moment

Mother-tongue-based multilingual education is central to inclusive and effective education

MoU for utilisation of recycled water for industrial purpose

TTD rolls out data driven plan to meet the summer pilgrim surge

What are Sections 232, 301 and 122 of different trade acts? Special sections of US trade laws used by President Donald Trump to impose tariffs explained

What are Sections 232, 301 and 122 of different trade acts? President Trump announced a new 10% global tariff under Section 122 after the Supreme

Music festival pays tributes to saint Thyagaraja

Project Jaladhara boosts water conservation in Annamayya district

Assembly to hold Special House Committee, Petitions Committee meetings on Feb. 24 and 27

U.S. Property taxes in 2026: Which states pay the most and the least

A WalletHub study reveals major differences in property taxes across the U.S., indicating that homeowners in high-tax states like New Jersey and

Leopard found dead in Anantapur

'Saudi Arabia may have uranium enrichment chapter in US deal'

Saudi Arabia could develop uranium enrichment facilities under a proposed nuclear agreement with the United States. This development raises conce

Anti-ragging awareness campaign launched in Chittoor

India grants interim relief to four Russian ship insurers

India has extended insurance cover for ships arriving at its ports. Four Russian insurance companies, including Soglasie and UGORIA, will now pro

What is Section 122 of the US Trade Act of 1974, Trumps latest tariff weapon for 10% extra duty on the world

President Trump announced a 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, shifting from the International Emergency Economic Powe

US Supreme Court curbs Trump tariffs under IEEPA: Whats struck down, what still stands

The Supreme Court has delivered a surprising verdict, striking down President Trump's tariffs on imported goods. The justices concluded that he h

NHRC notice to Delhi police over assault on journalist on DUs North Campus

Treatise for federalism: On Tamil Nadu and the Kurian Joseph report

The Kurian Joseph report must provoke a debate on reversing centralisation

Trump says US Supreme Court tariff ruling `deeply disappointing`

President Donald Trump said he would impose an additional global tariffs of 10 per cent over and above the rates currently applicable on exports

Members of Sindhi community serve Iftar at Wallajah Big Mosque

Two arrested for land fraud using forged documents, impersonation

Safety first: On Manipur and a healing touch

Manipur needs a healing touch that cuts the cycle of violence

Centre Releases Rs 387.53cr to Gram Panchayats in Telangana

Rs 1,034cr Released in 3 Instalments

Vice-Prez to attend 21st KU convocation on Feb 26

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:Ahead of scheduled Kashmir visit of Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan on February 26, Inspector General of Police Kashmir, V K

NIA Charges 2 More Accused in 2025 Vizianagaram ISIS Case

Imran Akram, who is still absconding, was involved in providing terror funding to Siraz Ur Rahiman and Syed Sameer for the procurement of explosi

Mechanic, two juveniles held in motorcycle theft case in Kolathur

US stock market surging big today: Whats fueling Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq gains right now? Amazon, Nvidia and Magnificent Seven stocks power rally

US stock market surging big today: The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 120 points to 49,515, while the S&P 500 rose 0.57% to 6,900 and the Na

Chennai Corporation asks Kodungaiyur waste incinerator to stop work owing to potential public health risk

India emerges as global economic power: LG Sinha

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:Stating that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is scripting a tale of economic progress, Lieutenant

Greater Chennai Corporation Council delegates power to entomologists to prevent mosquito-borne diseases

Residents have complained about a deterioration of public health owing to a rise in mosquito density and infections transmitted between animals a

Kerala CM Vijayan to inaugurate Akkulam-Chettuva Waterway Phase 1 on Feb 26

Kerala's inland waterways development reaches a milestone. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the first phase of the Akkulam-Chettuv

US SC tariff order: Chidambaram seeks clarity on Feb 6 deal

What will happen to those concessions? The joint statement announced Zero tariff on many goods that the US will export to India; that India inten

Microchipping of horses to begin in city to prevent cruelty to animals in tourist places

GCC to conduct a meeting with theTamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board to prevent cruelty to animals in tourist places

30,000 vacancies to be filled this year: CM

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu and Kashmir government will fill more than 30,000 vacancies across departments during the current year, Chief Minist

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

The 6-3 decision centres on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping reciprocal tariffs he levied on nearly every ot

US-sanctioned Iran-linked oil tanker spent 8 days in Pak maritime boundary: FIR

An Iran-linked oil tanker, seized by the Indian Coast Guard, spent days in Pakistan's maritime boundary with its tracking systems off. The vessel

22 IAS, JKAS Officers transferred, three relieved from J&K

4 districts get new DCs Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered an administrative reshuffle involving the transfer

Army chief charts ways to expand defence cooperation during Australia visit

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi's Australia visit from Feb 16-19 focused on enhancing army-to-army cooperation. Discussions with senior defenc

Police complaints lodged against CEC in Bengal over SIR 'harassment'

Seven individuals have filed complaints against the Chief Electoral Officer in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. They allege harassment d

Draft MoU for Metro Rails MRTS takeover to be sent to Railway Board for approval

Southern Railway has already submitted the document to the Tamil Nadu government; nearly 4,000 crore will be required to upgrade the Chennai Beac

Student Jumps Down Residential College Building, Severely Injured

She was shifted to the Government General Hospital at Khammam.

2025 Floods claim 152 lives, damage 12,219 houses; Rs 289 Cr SDRF released

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday said that 152 persons lost their lives and 12,219 houses were damaged in the previous

About 60,000 students participate in SRMIST cultural fest Milan

Jammu Div records pilgrim tourists: 1.8 Cr in 2023, 2 Cr in 2024, 1.6 Cr in 2025

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The government on Friday said that Jammu Division has witnessed a steady rise in tourist footfall over the past three years, w

Registration opens for Itikaf 2026 at Grand Mosque, Prophets Mosque

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia on Friday, February 20, announced the opening of registration for the Islamic ritual of Itikaf, or seclusion, for men and wo

Rs 2106 Cr awarded as compensation for J&K ring roads

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Government on Friday informed the House that Rs 2106.7 crore have been awarded as compensation for land acquired for Ring

Works on HC Building, Other Units Progressing

Of these, 3,500 houses are slated for completion and handover by next month.

Kishan Reddy Calls Cong a National Shame Over Topless Protests

The landmark summit showcased Indias technological prowess, expanded national AI capabilities, and united top global figures on one platform. Red

Delhi schools cannot take unregulated fee from April 1, govt. tellsHC

Rs 36.61 Cr plan to expand J&K Houses across India

New J&K House proposed in Dwarka, DPR underway for Mumbai Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The government on Friday said it has proposed expansion and redevelo

Uber Eats, Workday and Bet365 down and when will it be back up? Users report services not working right now. Here's affected services, regions and error message explained

Uber Eats, Workday and Bet365 down and when will it be back up is trending as users report outages. Many say apps are not loading and services ar

GCC to install sensors, screens at 75 places to provide real-time environmental data

Karnataka Targets District-Level Cancer, Trauma And Super-Speciality Care

Speaking to reporters after inaugurating Namma SARAS Mela in Mangaluru, Patil said the governments long-term plan is to strengthen public healthc

Women Shift to Low-carat Gold or Silver Jewellery

According to Saritha Reddy from Vanasthalipuram, there is no compulsion to buy only gold jewellery as trendy designs are available in silver, pea

Councillors call for 1 crore ward funds, solatium, pension and vehicles

HC Overrules Registry, Admits PIL on Illegal Constructions in Nirmal Lake FTL

Telangana High Court Quashes Criminal Cases Against OU Professor Kasim Over Protest

Maharashtra Recommends CBI Probe Into Ajit Pawar Aircraft Crash

If the CBI agrees to take over the case, it may initiate an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Minor Accused of Rape of Girl Still Absconding

Narsingi police had remanded the two accused to judicial custody.

HC grants bail to SUV driver accused of killing 2

Maharashtra Rolls Out Revenue Camps To Clear Pending Cases

A Government Resolution (GR) issued in this regard stated that the campaign will cover all revenue circles, as well as areas under municipal coun

PIL for Failure to Install and Maintain Traffic Lights in Karimnagar District

The panel granted three weeks' time for the respondents to obtain instructions and file their response.

85% of Chennai residents see climate change as an immediate threat, finds survey

Centre opens urban projects to RWAs, private players

The Rs 1 lakh crore Fund will see cities proposing different projects to the state government and then competing against each other to tap into t

DDA clears14,962 cr.budget for 2026-27, post third straightrevenuesurplus

Word of the day: Sibilance

Sibilance is a hissing sound in language. It occurs when 's', 'sh', or 'z' sounds repeat. This technique adds mood to poetry and affects clarity

Rs 1,684 Cr paid for Ring Road Land in J&K: Govt

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that over Rs 1,684 crore in compensation has been released so far f

Electoral Roll Revision Drive Gathers Pace

A total of 195 AEROs took part.

Employee feels burnt out after missing promotion despite top performance, reddit users advise job switch

A hardworking employee shared online that they felt very sad after not getting a promotion even after strong performance and extra training. The

Trump Weighs Strikes as Iran Deal Nears

Trump said a day earlier that he believes 10 to 15 days is enough time for Iran to reach a deal following recent rounds of indirect negotiations

Online betting firms eye overseas markets

Indian online money gaming companies face uncertainty after a betting ban. They are seeking government clarity on overseas investments and partne

Supreme Court rejects Rashmi Salujas plea to quash Mumbai Police FIR in ESOP case

The Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court order, backing Mumbai Polices FIR against Rashmi Saluja and citing ample incriminating material ga

Devyani calls for use of AI in sports trials for fair selections

Jammu, Feb 20 : BJP MLA Devyani Rana on Friday suggested the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) during selection in sports trials in J

India Inc caught between data, tax and labour overhauls

New laws like the I-T Act and Labour Codes are creating uncertainty for employers. Companies face challenges in understanding new rules for compe

Telangana govt prepared to meet challenges posed by rapid rise of AI: IT Minister