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Atharvana Bhadrakali Pictures acquires Rakasa overseas rights; set to release in 350+ theatres

Atharvana Bhadrakali Pictures acquires its overseas theatrical rights of the movie Rakasa. The film will release in 350 theaters spanning the USA

Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj's film AA 23 hits milestone ahead of shooting; theme track goes viral

Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj's highly-anticipated film, which is tentatively known as AA 23, has achieved a milestone even before starting sho

Akshay Kumar on why he never read a book in his life; fans amused by confession

Akshay's confession left all those in the audience extremely amused, particularly because Twinkle Khanna has reinvented herself as a bestselling

Chiranjeevi's emotional message on Sureka's birthday melts fans' hearts [read now]

Megastar Chiranjeevi Konidela has dropped an emotional message to wish his wife, Sureka, on her birthday as well as their wedding anniversary in

Over 50 pc of India's AI jobs in Bengaluru, DelhiNCR

Bengaluru and Delhi NCR together account for over 50% of India's AI job openings, with Bengaluru at 25.4% and Delhi NCR at 24.8%, according to a

PM Modi, EU member states discuss strengthening cooperation through FTA

The leaders discussed early FTA implementation and boosting ties in AI, digitalisation, innovation, clean energy, 6G, biofuels, and circular econ

Grokepedia an unrealistic idea that won't work: Wikipedia Co-founder at AI Summit

Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales called an AI-driven Grokepedia unrealistic at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, highlighting that Wikipedia relie

'How can boy and girl indulge in physical relationship before marriage': SC on pre-marital relationships in bail hearing

The Supreme Court stressed caution in pre-marital relationships in a rape-on-false-promise case, suggesting mediation. It also overturned a contr

Markets Abuzz With Festive Bustling On Eve Of Ramzan In Kashmir

Srinagar, Feb 18: The hustle and bustle of Ramzan shopping have reached its peak in Kashmir with markets across the Valley bustling with activity

Shankaracharya Temple, Devi Museum, Heli Service Among Major Decisions For Katra: LG Sinha

Jammu, Feb 18: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday announced a series of major initiatives for the development of Katra

Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: 'Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself in your way of thinking. How does this mindset help build a healthier marriage?

Marcus Aurelius, the last famous Stoic philosopher of antiquity, through his quote, says that true happiness does not depend on external things b

Orthodox Church slams Kerala govt. decision to extend operating hours of bars

The move will destroy an entire generation, says association secretary of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church

Paris prosecutors open two Epstein-linked probes and call on victims to come forward

Paris prosecutor Laurence Beccuau said the investigations are seeking to use the files released by the U.S. administration, media reports and new

Only motive of Assams Special Revision is to include eligible voters, says CEC

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar reported a significant achievement in Assams electoral roll revision, successfully registering eligible

Epstein files point toward global criminal organisation: UNHRC experts

The Epstein Files suggest the existence of a global criminal trade, while the acts described in them were led by extremist beliefs, according to

CMAT Result 2026 Out at cmat.nta.nic.in: How to check your scorecard, marks, percentile and rank

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CMAT 2026 results on its official website, cmat.nta.nic.in. Over 41,000 candidates appeared fo

Death of newborn: doctor suspended following protests

Family alleges that delay in conducting C-section led to the babys death. Expert team asked to look into issue and submit report on Wednesday its

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 90.55 feet

Man duped by fake Hyderabad airport officer offering cheaper iPhones

Hyderabad: A man posing as a customs official of the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) duped a 53-year-old man out of Rs 75,000 by promis

Two Holy Mosques witness large turnout for first Taraweeh of Ramzan 2026

Riyadh:Worshippers gathered on Tuesday, February 17, to perform the Isha and first Taraweeh prayers of Ramzan 14472026 at the Two Holy Mosques in

Viral Chinese bar checks pulse before serving a 'healthy' alcoholic cocktail and users find it 'healing'

In a softly lit corner of Shanghai, a new kind of nightlife is brewing, one that trades neon shots for apothecary drawers and tequila hangovers f

Woman branded witch; burnt alive along with one-year-old child in Jharkhand

The womans husband, who sustained burn injuries, said a dozen villagers called them out of their house at night, poured kerosene on his wife and

Bomb threats trigger panic at Telangana courts; declared hoaxes

Panic spread across two court complexes in Telangana on Wednesday. Bomb threats were received via email at the CBI court in Hyderabad and the dis

Stock markets close higher on fag-end buying in bank, metal shares

The 50-share NSE Nifty gained 93.95 points, or 0.37%, to close at 25,819.35.

Satrac inaugurates its trailer and truck body manufacturing plant near Chennai; invests 250 crore

Next, it plans a manufacturing facility at Jamshedpur, and then in Pune and near Gandhidham in Gujarat at a total investment of around 900 crore.

ISKCON playing key role in serving mankind: Amit Shah in West Bengal

West Bengal elections: Shah said he had seen ISKCON's influence across India during his travels as BJP president and Union minister, noting that

Watch: Salim Khan is doing quite well, says doctor

Concessions under every FTA have been given only after private sectors approval, Piyush Goyal says

The Commerce Minister once again emphasised that Indias farmers would not have any reason to complain once the full text of the India-U.S. Interi

Semiconductor startup Vervesemi raises $10M led by Ashish Kacholia, Unicorn India Ventures

Semiconductor startup Vervesemi will use the fresh investment for product commercialisation, R&D and expanding into newer markets.

Modi, Serbian Prez Aleksandar Vucic discuss expanding cooperation across sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined forces with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic to enhance collaboration across trade, investment, artificial

Mohammad Azharuddin joins former captains in appeal for fair treatment to Imran Khan

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin voiced concern for Imran Khan's health. He joined 14 other former international captains in appealing

AI can help in managing Indias grid stability: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

The International Energy Agency has also stated that AI can help manage complexities in the power sector

Groping woman, untying her pyjama string an 'attempt to rape', rules SC

The Supreme Court has redefined attempt to rape, classifying groping and untying a pyjama string as such, overturning a controversial High Court

Kremlin says neither China nor Russia have carried out secret nuclear tests

U.S. accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020 as it called for a new, broader arms control treaty that would bring in China as w

India's sugar output likely to reduce

India's sugar production is projected to dip below earlier expectations, primarily due to heavy rainfall affecting sugarcane yields in major grow

Shops in Telangana allowed to operate till 5 am for Ramzan

Hyderabad: The Telangana Labour Commissioner M Dana Kishore on Tuesday, February 17, issued an order allowing shops and establishments in Telanga

Seven injured as TNSTC, private buses collide near Perundurai

Supreme Court vs High Courts: Two diferent views on what constitutes rape

India saw two significant but contrasting judicial views one from the Supreme Court and the other from the Chhattisgarh High Court both interpr

Doctor regains vision following a one-of-a-kind procedure at private hospital in Chennai

The patient, a gynaecologist from Mumbai, had had progressive vision loss over 10 years, caused by severe glaucoma and multiple refractory intrao

Jr NTRs favourite snack in Hyderabad and how its made

Hyderabad: South Indian superstar Jr NTR is not only known for his powerful performances on screen but also for his love for cooking. In an inter

CII urges State to increase allocation of land to industry in Tiruchi Master Plan

India skips 85-nation statement on West Bank ahead of Modis Israel visit

Hyderabad:Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis scheduled visit to Israel, India has refrained from signing a joint statement by 85 UN member st

Rupee rises 5 paise to close at 90.67 against U.S. dollar

However, higher global crude oil prices and a strengthening greenback capped sharp gains in the local unit, forex traders said

We cannot wait for political change: Hillary Clinton hails India as innovation hub at Mumbai Climate Week

Clinton pointed to successful grassroots innovations as proof of scalable impact, citing an insurance product that has reached 500,000 women poli

EC officials flouting SC directives, issuing instructions on WhatsApp, alleges TMCs Abhishek

Kolkata, Feb 18 (PTI) Hitting out at the Election Commission, senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee on Wednesday alleged that poll officials were c

Two men killed in Gujarat car crash; 677 liquor bottles recovered from vehicle

Manufacturing, sale and consumption of liquor are prohibited in Gujarat

Gujarat govt presents Rs 4.08 lakh crore Budget; big push to tourism, sports infrastructure

Gujarat Budget 2026: Gujarat unveiled a Rs 4.08 lakh crore Budget for 2026-27. The focus is on boosting tourism and developing sports infrastruct

T20 World Cup 2026 | We have to play regularly against Test-playing nations, says Nepal captain Rohit Paudel

Nepal chased down a target of 171, riding on Dipendra Singh Airee and Gulshan Jhas rollicking association of 73 runs off just 36 balls.

President Droupadi Murmu underlines importance of mutual cooperation for global security, growth

Collective releases Tamil Nadu Health Manifesto ahead of 2026 Assembly polls

The document is the outcome of consultations held with community groups, civil society organisations, and health workers across the State, articu

Jonty Rhodes on fielders to watch out for in T20 World Cup

Smart Home Expo 2026: India's Leading Smart Home Technology Trade Show to Be Held on 2830 April at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai

Smart Home Expo , India’s largest smart tech event for residential and commercial spaces, returns for its 7th edition from April 28–3

Those joining BJP became insignificant: Assam Congress chief on Bhupen Borahs plan to switch sides

Guwahati, Feb 18 (PTI) Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday said those who joined the ruling BJP have become insignificant in their

Those who lack intelligence shouldnt post about AI: BJP on Rahul Gandhis AI Summit remark

Congress leader attacks the government, describing the ongoing AI Summit as a disorganised PR spectacle and alleging that Chinese products are be

Energy the Real Currency of Growth, Says Revanth Reddy

India emerged as a services powerhouse driven by the telecom and software revolution, with global technology firms establishing operations and th

Rising bushmeat demand in local cuisine alarms conservationists in Puducherry

Conservationists contend that while the sale of meat of water birds and live parakeets during weekends is not uncommon in Puducherry, the trade i

KSRTC employee found murdered in Hassan district of Karnataka

The police suspect that Veerappa had been murdered by his relatives over a property dispute

Can't say when I'll return to India; legally barred from leaving U.K.: Mallya to Bombay HC

He said he did not have an active passport after it was revoked and hence, he cannot give a definite date of return to India

Maharashtra Govt Cancels 5 % Muslim Quota in Jobs, Education

The previous Congress-NCP government had issued an ordinance to grant a 16 per cent quota to Marathas and five per cent to Muslims

Branded witch, woman, one-year-old child killed in Jharkhand

The womans husband, who sustained burn injuries, said a dozen villagers called them out of their house at night, poured kerosene on his wife and

Gaurav Gogoi says BJP joiners become insignificant, challenges CM Himanta Sarma to debate on Hinduism

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi declared that politicians joining the BJP lose their political relevance. He predicted former state Congres

Global Faultlines podcast | Iran Crisis Explained: Will the Islamic Republic survive U.S. pressure and regional escalation?

In this episode, we examine the nationwide protests in Iran, the deepening economic crisis, and the mounting U.S. and Israeli pressure shaping th

Telangana CM to attend dinner hosted by PM in New Delhi

India eases curbs on Chinese equipment imports for power, coal as projects delayed: sources

The exemption was granted in the national interest, as blocking Chinese imports would hurt Indias manufacturing capability, one of the officials

When Salim Khan said Salman Khan tries to convert his girlfriends

Mumbai: Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Bollywood star Salman Khan, is currently hospitalised in Mumbai after suffering a minor brain

22-year-old Delhi biker arrested after a viral 12-second reel showing him opening moving vehicles' doors recklessly

Delhi Police have intensified their crackdown on dangerous road behavior after two separate incidents of reckless bike stunts went viral this wee

How a Fatehpur entrepreneur brought mumbai street food to his city

Mohammad Naushad from Fatehpur district did come from a business family. Based in Khalil Nagar in the city area, he spent years working in sales

From unstable income to cyber cafe: Ambedkar Nagars digital hub

Kesh Kumar, a resident of Village Daudpur in Tehsil Akbarpur, Ambedkar Nagar district, did not begin his journey as a business owner.

Air pollution directly linked with increased Alzheimer's disease risk: Study

The findings, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, also reveal that people with a history of stroke may be particularly susceptible to the har

5 Detained As Manhunt For Juvenile Home Escapee Widens Within, Outside Jammu

Jammu, Feb 18: At least five suspected persons have been detained for questioning amid intensified search for a gangster who remained at large af

India sugar output seen lower than forecast, curbing exports

KOLHAPUR, India, Feb 18 (Reuters) India is likely to produce less sugar than initially estimated, as excessive rainfall across major producing s

242.46 cr WSSs To Strengthen Water Supply In Rural Basohli; 12.60 Cr AMRUT 2.0 Project Sanctioned For Basohli Town: Javed Rana

JAMMU, Feb 18: Minister for Jal Shakti Javed Ahmed Rana today said that the government has undertaken a slew of measures to strengthen the drinki

Delhi University imposes one-month ban on protests, sparks criticism

Delhi University has banned all protests and public gatherings on its campuses for one month. This decision follows a recent clash during a demon

'Boy vs girl' budget: Rajasthan BJP MLA's sexist remark sparks row; he asks 'what is wrong?'

A Rajasthan BJP MLA sparked controversy by comparing the state budget to gendered outcomes, calling the BJP's budget a youth budget that gave bir

Delimitation Of Panchayat Halqas After Completion Of Census Exercise: Javid Dar

1200 Posts Referred To Recruitment Agencies; No Proposal For New Veterinary Centres In Gulabgarh: Javid Dar JAMMU, Feb 18: Minister for Rural Dev

Kerala teachers body seeks withdrawal of order appointing principals as daytime watchmen for question papers

Aided Higher Secondary Teachers Association says school principals, who also assume the charge of chief superintendents, will be forced to come t

GMC Anantnag Takes Historic Leap; Becomes First Newly Established GMC Of J&K To Receive Nod For Superspeciality Course In Cardiology

JAMMU, Feb 18: In a landmark development for the healthcare sector of Jammu and Kashmir, Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag has achieved a

Udtara Ventures announces Rs 250 Cr growth fund

The fund intends to take meaningful ownership stakes in about 8 to 10 growth-stage firms that are developing commercially deployable systems.

'Prohibition causing significant financial losses': NDA allies nudge Nitish Kumar to reconsider liquor ban

Word of the Day: Intransigent

Word of the Day: In an era marked by ideological polarisation, intransigent remains a powerful descriptor of positions that resist change.

No, Pak Cricket Team Captain Did Not Snub Indian Captain During Coin Toss

SynthID said that most of the image was edited or generated using Google AI.

CM Omar Abdullah Moves 13 Demands, 19 Supplementary Demands In Legislative Assembly

JAMMU, Feb 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today moved 13 Demands and 19 supplementary Demands in the Legislative Assembly which was subsequentl

Champions League: Vinicius Junior says he was racially insulted in Real Madrid win, Doue rescues PSG

Paris Saint-Germain's title defence looked to be unraveling when 2-0 down in Monaco until Desire Doue came off the bench to inspire a 3-2 win

Adanis APSEZ, French port Marseille Fos sign pact to boost IMEC trade connectivity

NEW DELHI, Feb 18: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Frances Port of Marseille Fos

J&K: Govt Examining Proposal To Raise Upper Age Limit For Civil Service Examination

Jammu, Feb 18: Jammu & Kashmir Government on Wednesday said that the issue to enhance the upper age limit for candidates appearing in the Jammu &

Feroz Abbas Khans Hind 1957 revisits the unhealed wounds of Partition

A poignant adaptation of August WilsonsFences, the play captures lingering prejudice and generational hope through stellar performances and evoca

Healthy living in focus

The Redwood Foundations 11th organic fair returns with over 30 stalls showcasing organic produce, eco-friendly products and preservative-free hom

Study links chronic kidney disease with cognitive impairment

NEW DELHI, Feb 18: An advancing of chronic kidney disease may be linked to an increase in cognitive impairment, such as problems with attention,

India may be faster in AI adoption than America in 10 yrs: Sridhar Vembu

NEW DELHI, Feb 18: India may be faster in AI adoption than America in ten years with its youthful, more optimistic population embracing the new w

CTET 2026 Answer Keys OUT Soon: Step-by-step guide to check, challenge and avoid losing marks

CTET 2026 Answer Key: The Central Board of Secondary Education is soon releasing provisional answer keys for the CTET 2026 exam. Candidates can a