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J&K: Suspected IED Recovered in Ganderbal

SRINAGAR, Feb 21: Security forces on Saturday detected an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) placed inside a bag along a roadside in Jammu and Kas

Hyderabad: Over 100 cheated in Umrah booking scam, probe underway

Hyderabad: More than 100 people in Hyderabad have alleged that they were cheated in an Umrah booking scam involving nearly Rs 1 crore, after a to

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OpenAI developing AI devices including smart speaker: Report

OpenAI has more than 200 people working on a family of AI-powered devices that will include a smart speaker and possibly smart glasses and a smar

Director of The Voice of Hind Rajab rejects Berlin award over Gaza

Gaza Strip: Oscar-nominated Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania has recently declined a major film award at an event in Berlin, after an Israeli

RSS defamation case: Rahul Gandhi appears in Bhiwandi court

Thane: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday appeared before the Bhiwandi magistrates court to furnish a fresh surety in a 2014 defamation cas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

President Lula also met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar

More than 2.5 lakh Uttar Pradesh farmers receive 285 crore compensation: Yogi Adityanath

The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh said farmers who insure their crops are entitled to financial aid in case of losses caused by disasters

CGHS Facilities Extended To All Ladakh Pensioners, Cut-Off Date Removed

Leh, Feb 21: The Government of India has extended Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) facilities to all pensioners of the Union Territory of

Delhi liquor policy likely to be extended again as new excise regime delayed

Delhi's liquor policy faces another extension as a new policy remains under formulation. Officials suggest the current policy, set to expire soon

Citizen education key to long-term cybersecurity: CJI Surya Kant

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India, Justice Suryakant has said that ensuring long-term cybersecurity requires treating citizen education as an ess

Tesla unveilscheaper Cybertruck model in US, cuts Cyberbeast price

Tesla unveiled a new cheaper Cybertruck model in the U.S. on Thursday, priced at $59,990

Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy

President Donald Trump is escalating tensions with Iran, a move that could impact upcoming midterm elections. His administration is preparing for

Wahaj Ali in Yumna Zaidis new Pakistani drama, 2 episodes out

Islamabad: Pakistani actress Yumna Zaidi is back on screens with her latest drama Dekh Zara Pyaar Se, a Ramzan special that premiered on February

Congress Claims US Trade Deal Has Become An Ordeal, Rahul Says PM Compromised

New Delhi, Feb 21: After the US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trumps global tariffs, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Mini

It was not discussed: Trump says any tariff refunds could take years to litigate

ChatGPTs parent company, OpenAI, banned Tumbler Ridge, B.C., school shooters account, mulled alerting Canadian police, but held back over this reason

OpenAI identified Jesse Van Rootselaar's account for violent activities in June 2025. The company considered alerting the Royal Canadian Mounted

Book Review | Flavours From a Distant Mountain

In twenty-eight chapters, Saxena records twenty-eight Kargili dishes and their recipes

Telangana CEO C Sudarshan Reddy steps up process to conduct SIR in April

Telangana's Chief Electoral Officer, C Sudarshan Reddy, is launching a comprehensive training initiative for field officials ahead of the Special

Climate Change Adds To Woes Of Tiger Widows Of Sunderbans

Sunderbans widows helping to restore the mangrove forest as part of a green initiative.

PM Modi Meets Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

President Lula also met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during his visit

Mother Language Day irony: Bengal's political discourse hits new low ahead of 2026 polls

The political discourse in Bengal has sunk to unprecedented depths, where humor and cleverness have given way to personal insults and harsh confr

Security tightened at religious, heritage sites in Delhi over terror threat

New Delhi: Security was tightened across key religious and heritage sites in Delhi on Saturday, February 21, including in areas around the Red Fo

Security Forces Detect IED Placed On Roadside In Jammu And Kashmirs Ganderbal

SRINAGAR, Feb 21: Security forces on Saturday detected an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Jammu and Kashmirs Ganderbal district, officials s

UP govt disburses 285 crore crop loss compensation to 2.51 lakh farmers: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh's farmers are receiving a vital boost as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announces the release of Rs 285 crore, benefitting more tha

Himachal Pradesh going to face revenue deficit of Rs 10,000 crore: Dy CM Mukesh Agnihotri

Himachal Pradesh faces a significant financial challenge. The state anticipates a Rs 10,000 crore revenue deficit. This comes after the Union Gov

Indian-origin lawyer Neal Katyal at centre of landmark U.S. Supreme Court verdict against Trump tariffs

He was born in Chicago to a paediatrician mother and engineer father, both of whom immigrated from India

Five years of DMK rule translated Dravidian ideology into practical governance: Speaker Appavu

Speaking during the final sitting of the Assembly, Mr. Appavu contended that the government had put into practice the principles advocated by Per

T20 World Cup: Oman register unwanted record after big defeat against Australia

The defeat against Australia was Oman's 10th consecutive defeat at the T20 World Cup. They first qualified for the multi-nation T20 tournament in

For Europe Inc, US tariff relief comes with a sting in the tail

A US Supreme Court decision on President Trump's trade tariffs brings new uncertainty for European companies. While some tariffs are struck down,

Navi Mumbai airport launches DigiYatra facility

Navi Mumbai International Airport digitally joined the Civil Aviation Ministry's nationwide DigiYatra rollout alongside five other airports acros

Terror Threat: Security Intensified at Delhis Key Religious, Heritage Sites

New Delhi, Feb 21: Security has been intensified across key religious and heritage locations in Delhi, including areas around the Red Fort and pa

Court denies bail to PFI national leader, NIA claims he organised armed training camps

Kochi: A court has dismissed the bail petition of the national in-charge of the education wing of the banned PFI after the NIA opposed the plea,

The Hindu Groups coffee-table book on T.N. Assembly launched

CM Stalin received the first copy of the book from Speaker Appavu

Confident we will be able to complete IPO within a year or so: SECL chief

Harish Duhan observed that Coal Indias subsidiary Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) received a very enthusiastic response, expressing confidence

KTR Slams Youth Congress for Protest at AI Summit

It is absolutely deplorable that members of the Youth Congress chose the AI Impact Summit 2026 as a venue for petty political theatrics, he said

Sedans' Shocking Decline: Unraveling India's Automotive Mystery

T.N. remains distinct because of policies rooted in social justice: Thangam Thennarasu

The DMK government has ensured the welfare of women, tribal communities, transgender persons, and persons with disabilities, he said

Nitish Kumar government announces measures for safety of pedestrians in Bihar

The Chief Minister, in an X post, said, The State Government has taken several important decisions for the dignity (of pedestrians) and convenien

President Murmu, PM Modi welcomes Brazilian President Lula; set for strategic talks on global cooperation

From Jammu to Mumbai: BJP unleashes nationwide protests after Congress shirtless AI Summit act

Following a protest by the Indian Youth Congress at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, the BJP launched demonstrations in several cities. P

J&K: 7 CRPF Personnel Injured In Srinagar Road Accident

Srinagar: Seven personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were injured in a road accident in the Dagpora area of Srinagar on Saturday

'Betrayal stands exposed': Rahul says PM Modi will 'surrender again' after US SC invalidates Trump tariff

Telangana municipal polls: Defeated candidates allegedly demand return of cash, gifts from voters

Defeated candidates in Telangana are reportedly demanding the return of cash and gifts distributed during the municipal election campaign. Clashe

Its official! Rashmika Mandanna confirms her wedding

Hyderabad: Ending months of speculation, Rashmika Mandanna has finally confirmed her wedding with longtime beau and actor Vijay Deverakonda. The

1100 files gutted in Telangana forensic lab fire in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: In the latest development in the Telangana forensic lab fire accident, the National Institute of Fire Safety Engineering team from Nag

Ranveer Singh Case: Crime Branch Issues LOC Against Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Member

The threatening audio clip has been sent to Punjab and Haryana for verification, an official confirmed.

Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi is 'compromised' after US apex court rules out Trump tariffs

Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi's trade deal after a US Supreme Court ruling. Priyanka Chaturvedi questions India's rushed agreement. The court s

Tandur counting case: Anticipatory bail to BRS Pilot Rohith Reddy, 8 others

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Friday, February 20, granted anticipatory bail to BRS leader and former Tandur MLA Pilot Rohith Reddy and

Terror Threat: Security Heightened Near Key Religious, Heritage Sites In Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 21: Security was tightened across key religious and heritage sites in Delhi on Saturday, including areas around the Red Fort and p

Delhi Riots Took Her Husband, 6 Years On, Anxiety is Now a Constant Companion

Exactly 6 years ago, Nargis' Husband left for work and never returned. My entire world collapsed, says Nargis.

Mrunal Thakur Is Huge Fan of Dhanush and his work

Mrunal has firmly ruled out the dating rumours, reiterating that her admiration for Dhanush is rooted purely in respect for his craft.

Rahul Gandhi appears in Bhiwandi court in RSS defamation case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared in a Thane court today. He provided a new surety in a defamation case. The case was filed by an RSS activis

UP Man Kills Sister Over Inter-Faith Relationship

It was correct to kill the girl who insulted us, he killed her in a fit of rage; victim's father justified the act of his son.

T.N. CM Stalin extends International Mother Language Day greetings

However many glorious titles we may use to praise it, the joy we feel when we call our language Thamizhae [Oh! Tamil] is immeasurable, Mr. Stalin

Telangana HC quashes two criminal cases against OU prof Kaseem

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Friday, February 20, set aside two criminal cases filed against professor C Kaseem, principal of Osmania U

Over 800 farmers to be trained as best vegetable cultivation volunteers to solve shortage in Telangana

Neal Katyal: Key Voice Behind SC Blow to Trump Tariffs

Katyal, who argued the case challenging the tariffs, described the ruling as a victory for constitutional principles and the separation of powers

Candidates making mistakes in EAPCET 2026 application

EAM Jaishankar calls on Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is on a State Visit to India. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the President and discusse

Kuwait to roll out freelance visa for expats

Kuwait City: Kuwait is moving to introduce a regulated freelance visa for expat workers as part of efforts to reform its labour market and curb t

Militant arrested in Manipur's Imphal West

Among the recovered items were a .303 rifle with a magazine, a .22 rifle, a 9 mm submachine gun, hand grenades, an MK-1 grenade, and 57 bullets o

India now faces lower tariff rate of 10% with Trumps proclamation on new levies after U.S. Supreme Court verdict

Indian goods being imported into the U.S. would no longer be subject to the 18% tariff rate that had been decided on following the announcement o

Tamil Nadu Assembly election | DMK forms committee for seat-sharing talks

In a press release, general secretary Duraimurugan said former Union Minister and party treasurer T.R. Baalu would head the committee

Case Against Students Who Offered Namaz At Restricted Site Dropped

The Allahabad High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against two students accused of offering namaz at a place barred by the local administr

Highways Authority NHAI Plans To End Cash Toll Payments From April 1

Highways authority NHAI is considering discontinuing cash payments at highway toll plazas from April 1, requiring commuters to use only digital m

'Trackable wallets...': Arista Vault CFO explains idea behind smart bags, suitcases & wallets

OpenAI expects compute spend of around $600 billion through 2030, source says

Sam Altman had said last year that OpenAI is committed to spending $1.4 trillion to develop 30 gigawatts of computing resources enough to power

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Narsingi gang rape: Police weigh adult trial for juveniles, says report

Hyderabad: In the gruesome case of kidnapping and gang rape of a 16-year-old girl, the Narsingi police are now reportedly examining the legal pos

J&K | Seven CRPF Personnel Injured In Road Accident In Srinagar

Srinagar, Feb 21: Seven personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were injured in a road accident in the Dagpora area of Srinagar on S

Devoleena Bhattacharjee: This Ramadan feels different

Mumbai: Television actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee shared that this years Ramadan feels extra special, filled with deeper gratitude, love, and to

Word of the day: Spondulicks

Spondulicks, an old-fashioned slang term from the 19th century, humorously refers to money or funds. While rarely used in modern Canadian convers

Assam Polls, Bengaluru Garbage Row And What-About-Leadership: DK Shivakumar Speaks To NDTV

Assam, garbage in the Garden City, and chief ministership. These are some of the topics DK Shivakumar mentioned in a frank conversation with NDTV

University Body Declares 32 Universities Fake Across India, Delhi Tops List With 12

Fake Universities Across India: The Commission stated that these institutions do not hold recognition from either the Central Government or any S

6 takeaways from the Supreme Court's tariff decision

The Supreme Court struck down many of President Trump's tariffs, a significant blow to his expansion of presidential power. Despite Trump's furio

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Pakistan

An earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale shook Pakistan on Saturday. The tremor occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers. Pakistan's location

BJP MLA Venkataramana Reddy Kept Under House Arrest in Kamareddy

Sensing that there would be a law and order problem, the police kept Reddy under house arrest and took Congress activists into preventive custody

India Faces Lower Tariff Rate Of 10% As Trump Issues Proclamation On New Levies

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Feb 21: India now faces a lower tariff rate of 10 per cent, down from 18 per cent, after US President Donald Trump announced

Croma Everything Apple Sale: Get iPhone 16 for Rs 35,991, iPhone 17 for Rs 44,768

Croma is offering massive discounts on Apple iPhones. The latest iPhone 17 is available for under Rs 45,000 and the iPhone 16 is priced below Rs

AI Impact Summit: States of India showcase their AI strengths

In our third photo essay from the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, we showcase a range of pavilions by Indian states.

Youth Congress workers trespass on Health Minister Veena Georges official residence, lay funeral wreath to protest increasing medical negligence

The trespass on Ms Georges residence was the latest incident in the escalating Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) campaign against the Lef

Intel Alert Flags LeT Threat to Delhi Religious Sites, Red Fort Area

According to intelligence sources, key religious sites, including areas around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk, are on the radar of the P

Air quality 'moderate' in Delhi; minimum temperature at 14.2 degrees

The Weather Department has predicted mainly clear sky during the day with maximum temperature expected to reach around 28.4 degrees Celsius

DMK sets up panel for seat-sharing talks ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls

The committee will be chaired by party Treasurer TR Baalu. Other members of the panel include Principal Secretary KN Nehru, Deputy General Secret

India Reiterates Backing For Two-State Solution To Palestine Issue

India reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution to the Palestine issue and said it had joined more than 100 countries and international org

Bandh in Telanganas Banswada following communal clash

Hyderabad: A bandh is being observed in Banswada town of Kamareddy district, Telangana, on Saturday, February 21, after communal tensions flared

PM Modi-UN Chief Meet Focuses On Democratising AI, Reforming UN System

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging discussions with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of AI Impact S

Nothing Changes, India Will Be Paying Tariffs; We Will Not Be Paying Tariffs: Trump After SC Ruling

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Feb 21: US President Donald Trump said nothing changes in the trade deal with India in the wake of the Supreme Court verdict

No Support Price: 3 Farmers from Mahabubabad Distribute Tomatoes for Free

The farmers - Pogula Konda Saraiah, Mohan Surender of Kothaguda in Mahabubabad cultivated tomatoes in one acre. They came to the market at Kotha