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LS Speaker Om Birla forms 64 multi-party groups for various countries to boost global democratic ties

Beyond parliamentary procedure, the groups are expected to facilitate conversations on trade, technology, social policy, culture, and global chal

Corporate travel gains momentum as companies tap new markets

Companies are exercising sharper controls in view of rising airfares

Far-right files no-confidence motion against French PM over new energy law

The motion is unlikely to succeed, however, with the Socialist Party a crucial swing vote in the fragmented assembly indicating it will not sup

Election Commission, Union government should explain why lakhs of eligible voters removed from electoral rolls in Kerala: LDF

LDF convener T.P. Ramakrishnan says the front will take up the cause of voters struck off the electoral rolls at the State and national levels an

Ramanathapuram district has 11,23,029 voters

A drug cartel with tanks, drones and sophisticated weapons heres how Mexicos deadly CJNG operated under El Mencho

El Mencho killed in Mexico raid: $15 million bounty target El Mencho is dead. Mexican forces killed Nemesio Rubn Oseguera Cervantes, head of the

What did the ED dossiers against T.N. Minister K.N. Nehru contain | Explained

How did the ED get hold of materials related to the alleged cash-for-jobs and tender scams? What did the ED recover from the mobile phones? What

Kalaburagi sculptor participating in New Delhi workshop

Olectra secures Letter of Intent from TGSRTC for 1,085 electric buses

Hyderabad: Olectra Greentech Ltd on Monday, February 23, said it has secured a Letter of Intent from the Telangana State Road Transport Corporati

'With No Festivals or Elections Ahead, Yamuna's Foam Becomes a Non-Story'

Despite repeated promises, foam and froth continue to blanket large stretches of the Yamuna River.

Are Indian Muslims' Voting Rights Under Attack? 3 Aspects to This

Form 7 fraud to inconsistency in delimitation, Indian Muslims' voting rights are under attack across India.

Witkoff reiterates U.S. red lines; Pezeshkian signals optimism

Iran is committed to peace and stability in the region. Recent negotiations involved the exchange of practical proposals and yielded encouraging

Weapons from US, training in Ukraine: How Mexican cartels became militarised killing machines

Mexican forces killed feared cartel leader El Mencho. This sparked widespread violence and highway blockades. The Jalisco New Generation Cartel,

SECL eyes 7.5 million tonnes of coking coal

The latest development would imply the Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh)-headquartered miners descent into the coking coal space which is predominantly dom

You helped fraudsters in $9B scam, its on tape': Minnesota AG Ellison under siege in fiery hearing

Salal Dam on Chenab dredged for first time in decades following Indus water treaty suspension

Nepal: Indefinite curfew imposed in Birgunj after youth clashes

An indefinite curfew is now in effect in four key areas of Birgunj Metropolitan City, Nepal. This follows a clash between two youth groups on Sun

Inside Karachis mini Tamil Nadu: A slice of South India in Pakistan

Hyderabad: Did you know that in Karachi, Pakistans largest city, there is a small neighbourhood where kolams decorate doorsteps, dosa batter ferm

Jadavpur University forms probe panel after campus clash leaves 2 teachers, students injured

Appealing for calm, the administration urged students to exercise restraint, avoid provocation and engage in peaceful and democratic academic pro

Top news of the day: India releases first anti-terror policy PRAHAAR; 5.67 crore voters in Tamil Nadu voter list after SIR, and more

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Kerala Govt appoints 12th Pay Revision Commission for employees

The State Finance Minister KN Balagopal had announced the 12th Pay Commission in the Budget 2026-27.

Trump says US Supreme Court ruling expanded his tariff powers, allows powerful, obnoxious use of duties

Former President Donald Trump asserted that a recent Supreme Court ruling has inadvertently expanded his authority to impose and utilize tariffs

97.37 Lakh Voters Deleted in Final Electoral Roll Released by TN CEO

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with reference to January 1,2026 as the qualifying date, was conducted in the state from

Andhra Pradesh Allocates 595 Crore for Reviving 611 Lift Irrigation Schemes

In addition to the lift irrigation revival, Ramanaidu noted that proposals for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities amounting to 765 crore

School closing and delays, NJ travel ban, state of emergency declared: Millions in New York City stuck at home, 5,300 flights canceled, bomb cyclone alert

US Weather Forecast, flight status: More than 5,000 flights in and out of the United States were canceled for Monday, according to the flight tra

ITC staff files complaint alleging large-scale smuggling of counterfeit cigarettes from Cambodia to Bengaluru

Illegal Liquor Belt Shops Choke Rural and Urban Areas in Warangal & Karimnagar

They claimed that a beer with a printed MRP of Rs 190 is being sold for around Rs 250 through such outlets.

Videos of CJNG cartel members creating havoc in Mexico after El Menchos death go viral

Shocking videos showing burning vehicles, blocked highways, and panicked civilians flooded social media after the death of Nemesio Rubn Oseguera

Phikka to mittha: How to speak like a Dakhni food critic this Ramzan

English has its delicious. Urdu possesses a thousand ways to say lazeez. Telugu food vocabulary has nuanced layers of kammaga undi or adhiripoyin

7 Indian dinners you can make in under 15 minutes

Master the weeknight rush with these seven Indian dinner ideas that take only 15 minutes. From high-protein Paneer Bhurji to instant Masala Poha,

Does Kareena Kapoor fast during Ramzan? Heres what she revealed

Mumbai: As Ramzan is underway, Muslims across the world are observing the holy month with faith and devotion. Celebrities too have been sharing g

Is Elon Musk on the verge of buying the Seattle Seahawks? Reports spark speculationwhat we know so far

Social media buzz surrounds Elon Musk's alleged interest in buying the Seattle Seahawks, with a viral post claiming his intent. However, credible

Karnataka government forms tripartite committees for formulation of Labour Code Rules

While the State hadpreviouslyformed committees, they comprised onlylabourdepartment officials.Thelatest developmentfollowsa meeting held byLabour

If Tariffs Are Such Good Idea, Trump Should Persuade Congress: Katyal

Katyal's remarks came a day after the US Supreme Court on Friday struck down Trump's far-reaching global tariffs imposed under an emergency power

Telangana Excise Constable G Soumyas brother given govt job

Hyderabad: The state government on Monday, February 23, handed an appointment letter to the younger brother of Telangana Excise Constable Gajula

Canada PM Mark Carney to visit India on February 26; trade deal, defence pact in focus

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will embark on a diplomatic tour of India, Australia, and Japan from February 26 to March 7, 2026. In India,

Thought of the day by Astronaut Jim Lovell: There are people who make things happen, there are people who watch things happen, and

Thought of the day by Jim Lovell shows that success is rarely accidental. It is built by those who choose to engage, to lead and to make things h

Size of electorate shrinks in Thanjavur and Tiruvarur districts

Pre-2018 land acquisition cases cant be reopened for grant of compensation with interest: Supreme Court

The apex court, in 2019, held that the decision to grant compensation with interest to farmers whose land was acquired under the NHAI Act would a

Learning Slower From Bravo At CSK During 2018 IPL Changed it All: Ngidi

Ngidi, who returned tidy figures of 0 for 15 in four overs, including 10 dot balls, against India in the T20 World Cup game, once again showcased

Culture Is the Bridge: Nalini Toshniwal on Taking Kathak to Japan

Indias leading beef exporter donated Rs 30 cr to BJP through electoral bonds

The beef industry, which is a constant target of Hindutva groups, has reportedly grown under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government, wit

Student Appears for Inter Exam Hours After Fathers Death in Nellore

Shivakumar, a resident of the mandal headquarters in Nellore district, died of a heart attack on Sunday. His son, Kandala Ram Sai, an Intermediat

Rahul Meets Uttarakhand's 'Mohammad Deepak', Tells Him 'Will Take Membership in Your Gym'

Kumar, the 42-year-old owner of The 'Hulk' gym in Uttarakhand's Kotdwara, had earlier said his business has collapsed since he confronted Bajrang

If tariffs are such good idea, Trump should persuade Congress: Indian-origin lawyer Katyal

Washington, Feb 23 (PTI) Stressing that if Donald Trumps tariffs are such a good idea, he should have no problem persuading Congress, former Indi

Hyderabads Haleem is iconic, but Mumbai has its own stars

Hyderabad: When it comes to Haleem, Hyderabad is truly unmatched. During Ramzan, the citys streets come alive with the aroma of this slow-cooked

How many interest rate cuts could the Federal Reserve deliver this year? What markets expect now

Federal Reserve rate cuts 2026: Federal Reserve rate cut expectations for 2026 are shifting. Markets initially anticipated two cuts this year. Ho

Yunus did not follow the constitution, kept me in dark, says Bangladesh President

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin reveals a stark picture of the chaos that unfolded in the country in which Muhammad Yunus kept him in t

Lutyens Bust Replaced With Rajagopalachari's At Rashtrapati Bhavan In Decolonisation Move

The bust of British architect Edwin Lutyens has been replaced with that of the first and only Indian Governor-General Chakravarti Rajagopalachari

Coimbatore records 26,96,813 voters, Tiruppur 19,55,283 in final electoral rolls

Bharat Taxi Will Not Let Drivers Earn Below Base Rate, Amit Shah Tells Town Hall

NEW DELHI, Feb 2:Union Cooperation Amit Shah on Monday said the newly launched cooperative cab service Bharat Taxi will guarantee a minimum base

Zimbabwe vs West Indies Live Score: ZIM face WI in decisive Super 8 clash at Wankhede as semi-final berth hangs in balance

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Pandora's Box: Top Court Refuses To Hear SIR Plea By 91 Lucknow Residents

A bunch of petitioners whose names were left out of the voter list following demolition of their homes in Lucknow, have been told to consult thei

EU Lawmakers Say Will Freeze US Trade Deal After Supreme Court Ruling

The parliament's trade committee had been due to give its green light on Tuesday to remove tariffs on US industrial goods as part of the accord

Iran says it doesnt back interim pact in talks with US

TEHRAN, Feb 23: Iran on Monday said that it does not support the idea of an interim agreement in its negotiations with the US authorities, and in

CBSE Class 12 Accountancy exam 2026: Check important topics, preparation tips and last-minute revision strategy

With the Class 12 Accountancy board exam on February 24, 2026, students are in their final preparation phase. Experts emphasize revising high-wei

Imran Khans party lawmakers sit in protest outside Pak SC

ISLAMABAD, Feb 23: Opposition lawmakers from the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) on Monday staged a protest outside the Supreme Court, demanding t

Andhra Police Arrest IPS Officer Sunil Nayak Over Custodial Torture Case

AMARAVATI, Feb 23: The Andhra Pradesh police arrested IPS officer Sunil Nayak in Bihar on Monday in connection with the alleged custodial torture

MHA releases Indias first anti-terror and cybersecurity policy PRAHAAR to boost national security; know what it is

India has launched its National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy, PRAHAAR. This comprehensive plan focuses on intelligence-led operations an

Drugs Worth Rs 11 Crore Seized From Ganja, Opium Farm In Gujarat

In a major operation targeting Gujarat's growing narcotics problem, police have executed a historic raid, uncovering an illegal drug farm in Bhav

Association welcomes railway quota for Kumbakonam, Papanasam in bookings

Evening news wrap: India urges its nationals to leave Iran; HAL dismisses Tejas 'crash' reports & more

India's New Policy 'Prahaar' To Bring Down The Hammer On Terror

The Union Home Ministry has formally articulated India's national counter-terrorism doctrine, laying out a sweeping strategy that combines intell

Central University team discovers hero stone in Tirunelveli district

Apples first event of 2026 is unlike anything it has done in years

Apple has announced its first major event of 2026 on March 4 and it is shaping up to be a departure from the companys usual playbook. Rather tha

South Korea Trip Gone Wrong, Indian Influencer, Wife Detained Like Criminals

Taking to Instagram, Sachin Awasthi shared his traumatic experience of being held at Jeju Island and treated like criminals without any evidence.

Striking Panipat Refinery Workers Throw Stones At Security Forces

Stones were thrown at security forces at a refinery in Haryana's Panipat district on Monday as a protest by thousands of striking workers turned

CM Omar Abdullah Articulates Vision To Make Gulmarg An International Ski Destination At The 6th Khelo India Winter Games

GULMARG, Feb 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed that it is not merely the governments intention but its consistent and sustained e

Zimbabwe vs West Indies Playing 11, T20 World Cup 2026: ZIM vs WI today match prediction

ZIM vs WI Playing 11: Zimbabwe faces West Indies in a crucial Super 8 clash at the Wankhede Stadium for a semi-final berth. West Indies, undefeat

Indian Navy to commission 'Dolphin Hunter' warship Anjadip

On February 27 the Indian Navy will boost its anti-submarine warfare capabilities with the launch of Anjadip, the third ASW Shallow Water Craft s

Watch: Nepal bus accident: 19 killed, 25 injured in Dhading district

OTT releases this week (Feb 23-March 1): New movies and shows on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5

The latest OTT releases this week (Feb 23-March 1) feature Priyanka Chopras high-octane actioner The Bluff on Prime Video and the romantic conclu

Noida-Delhi DND Flyway shut for nearly a month for repairs: Check dates, timings, diversions

Major repairs on the Noida-Delhi DND Flyway will continue until March 18. This work will affect traffic moving from Noida to Delhi. Curbs are in

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DNPA Conclave 2026: Time for digital media to lead change, not just react to it

India's digital news industry faces a critical juncture in 2026, with converging challenges in AI, advertiser demands, and audience trust. The up

Rahul meets Uttarakhands Mohammad Deepak, tells him will take membership in your gym

Congress leader Vaibhav Walia, the gym owner Deepak Kumar and his friend Vijay Rawat, along with several others, were present at the meeting

Air Force Airman Alleges Eardrum Ruptured In Assault By UP Cops

It started as a viral video on social media. The video showed some policemen dragging a man on a road at night. They forced him into a waiting ve

10,000 Kg Dates Had Use-By Date In 2023, Trader Planned To Sell Them Again

In a shocking revelation that exposes how a section of traders is putting public health at risk to make money, officials of the Uttar Pradesh foo

Fake medicine factory unearthed in Bihar; massive haul of spurious drugs seized

The police team have seized a massive haul of spurious tablets, syrups, machinery and packaging material from the premises

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BBC and host apologize after racial slur shouted during BAFTA awards by guest with Tourettes

LONDON, February 23, 2026 (AP) Britains film academy and the BBC apologized to viewers after an audience member with Tourette syndrome shouted a

Hyderabad Police raids three shops, seizes 2,000 counterfeit bearings

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Police raided three shops in Secunderabad and Ranigunj and seized 1,987 counterfeit bearings, along with 2,780 fake pack

JeMs Israel Group wiped out after 18-month pursuit in J&K's Kishtwar: Officials

Security forces have successfully dismantled a seven-member Jaish-e-Mohammed terror module known as the Israel Group in Kishtwar. This operation

Ambulance Gutted In Fire In J&Ks Rajouri; No Injuries Reported

Jammu, Feb 23: An ambulance was damaged after it caught fire in the parking area of Government Medical College (GMC) hospital in Rajouri district

'Cong govt backing tanker mafia', K'taka LoP slams cuts to welfare corporations

Ashoka highlighted rising water demand, the large number of public and private borewells, and poor funding for development corporations supportin

North Korea's ruling party re-elects Kim Jong Un as general secretary

Geopolitical concerns push gold above Rs 1.59 lakh, silver nears Rs 2.66 lakh

Earlier in the day, gold had jumped 2 per cent while silver soared 6 per cent. Analysts attributed the surge to geopolitical tensions as US Presi

They said we do dhandhebazi for 500: FIR filed after racial slur row in Malviya Nagar, Delhi

President unveils bust of first Indian Governor General at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajagopalachari's bust at the grand open staircase near Ashok Mandap in the Rashtrapati Bhavan replaces that of Edwin Lutyens, the main architect