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Earthquake hits Bangladesh, tremors felt in Kolkata, adjacent Bengal districts

Kolkata: Tremors were felt in Kolkata and adjacent districts of West Bengal on Friday afternoon, after an earthquake of 5.5 magnitude on the Rich

Over six lakh Maharashtra farmers yet to get 2017 loan waiver scheme benefit: Minister in assembly

Under the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Shetkari Sanman Yojana, 44.04 lakh farmers, out of the total 50.60 lakh eligible ones, have so far received

Peter Shaffers Amadeus revisited: It brilliantly captures the conflict between Salieri and Mozart

Directed by Arjun Sajnani and presented by Theatre Lab, the play was marked with great performances and a compelling tapestry of drama and emotio

Watch: PM Modi in Israel: a missed opportunity on Palestine: The Hindu Editorial

Prime Minister Narendra Modis 24-hour visit to Jerusalem was a significant bilateral outreach to Israel, but a missed opportunity on Palestine, w

Watch: Former AIADMK leader O. Panneerselvam formally joins DMK

Worth Rs 16 crore? Worlds most expensive cake goes viral

Mumbai: In an industry where luxury often doubles as a status symbol, Indian celebrities are known to flaunt their wealth through extravagant hom

Watch: Tamil Nadu politics sees major realignment as O Panneerselvam joins DMK

O. Panneerselvam, three-time former Chief Minister and a staunch loyalist former AIADMK supremo Jayalalithaa, joined the DMK in the presence of p

Alpine divorce meaning: A new breakup trend in which your partner can abandon you at 12,461-foot on hiking trip

Alpine divorce, a new grim breakup trend, is going viral online in which an individual abandons their partner at high-altitude Alpine environment

Appalled over pathetic condition of Udupi STP, Upa Lokayukta directs booking officials of CMC and KSPCB

Even after six stages of treatment, water let out from Nittur STP is black and stinks, B. Veerappa said

Indias Israel Embrace Comes With Moral Blind Spots

Given the record of the Netanyahu government, Indias enthusiasm for Israel seems misplaced at this juncture.

Mughal Road Reopens For Traffic, LMVs Ply Smoothly

SHOPIAN, Feb 27: The historic Mughal Road was reopened for traffic on Friday after remaining closed due to recent snowfall, with Light Motor Vehi

Hyderabad businessman duped of Rs 2.65 cr in investment fraud

Hyderabad: A 69-year-old businessman was allegedly duped of Rs 2.65 crore in a cyber fraud in Hyderabad after fraudsters lured him with high retu

Telangana govt acting like real estate broker, says KTR

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao, on Friday, February 27, accused the Telangana government of working as a r

India Cannot Take The West Indies Lightly : Sunil Gavaskar

Sunday's match is going to be a cracking one : Sunil Gavaskar

Over six lakh farmers still await 2017 loan waiver in Maharashtra: Minister

More than six lakh farmers in Maharashtra await benefits from the 2017 farm loan waiver scheme. The state government is working to provide this r

Bajrang Dal questions security of Hindus in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Telangana Bajrang Dal convener, Srikanth, on Friday, February 27, raised a question on the security of Hindus in the state. Since

Poland Plans Social Media Ban for Children Under 15 Years Old

The draft law, whose outline will be presented by the ruling Civic Coalition party, would fine social media platforms if their services remain ac

T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8: Pakistans qualification scenario explained ahead of England vs New Zealand showdown

Pakistan's T20 World Cup 2026 journey faces a critical juncture. Their semi-final hopes now depend on the England versus New Zealand match. Pakis

Can white matter changes in the brain determine our ageing trajectory?

Our research revealed a clear biological tipping point in the brain aging trajectory, defined by a quantitative threshold of white-matter injury.

AI doomsday scenario? Ex-RBI Guv Raghuram Rajan says Indias services sector will be disrupted, not derailed

Artificial intelligence poses headwinds for India's software sector, but former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan says AI will drive an adjustment rath

India focused on getting best trade deal with U.S., Indian Trade Minister says

The South Asian nation is focused on engaging to ensure it secures the best deal in terms of competitive advantage compared to peers, says Piyush

'Accused' Review: A Bafflingly Shoddy MeToo Thriller From Netflix

A shoddy narrative and poor production value undermine Accused's potential as a gender-flipped thriller.

AI should enhance human creativity: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka is championing the AVGC-XR sector, focusing on AI as a creative enhancer, not a replacement. The state is committed to protecting artis

O Panneerselvam praises CM MK Stalin, calls AIADMK Chief EPS a dictator following DMK alliance

Indian Entities Suspected in Russian Oil Smuggling Ring, reports FT

Since the sanctions were imposed, an otherwise unknown company in the network, Redwood Global Supply, has become the single largest exporter of R

Zubeen Garg's wife welcomes Assam govt's push for fast-track court for his death case trial

The Assam government will ask the Gauhati High Court for a fast-track court to speed up the Zubeen Garg death case. Garg's wife welcomed the move

Suspected Drone Movement Prompts Search Op Near LoC In J&Ks Poonch

JAMMU, Feb 27: Security forces launched a search operation after a suspected drone movement was detected along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu

Earthquake In Kolkata Sparks Meme Fest Online, Netizens React With Humour

An earthquake in Bangladesh caused tremors in Kolkata, sparking a wave of funny memes and humorous reactions online as netizens coped with the un

NCERT textbook row: Kerala Education Minister welcomes SC intervention, seeks probe

In a Facebook post, Minister V. Sivankutty welcomes apex courts stand against references that allegedly undermined the judiciary

Strong Earthquake Tremors Felt In Kolkata, Offices Evacuated

Kolkata Earthquake Today: The magnitude of the earthquake or the epicentre was immediately not clear.

Kolkata earthquake Live Updates: Strong Tremors Felt In West Bengal's Capital Kolkata

Did Tampa Airport Put Up A Ban On Travelers Wearing Pyjamas?

The post also referenced a supposed earlier ban on Crocs footwear within the premises, stating that the airport had seen enough and that it was t

Indian apple growers to protest US duty concession: Tarigami

Apple growers from Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand will protest in Delhi next month to oppose a proposed duty concession on

'Don't Doubt Judicial Officers': Supreme Court In Bengal vs Poll Body

The Election Commission has given a training module to judicial officers in West Bengal to help out with the special intensive revision (SIR) pro

Who Is Justice Dharmadhikari, Madras High Court Chief Justice Pick

Justice Dharmadhikari's career has been shaped by a mix of courtroom work, administrative responsibility, and major public interest litigation.

Watch: PM Modi concludes productive Israel visit, even as Opposition question timing of trip

PM Narendra Modi has concluded a two-day visit to Israel, a trip the Ministry of External Affairs described as rich in outcomes and one that deep

Kerala Story 2: Tickets on sale even as Court hits pause

Ticket bookings for 'The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond' continue despite a 15-day stay ordered by the Kerala High Court. Petitioners informed the co

No road for Muslims hate message written on UP national highway

Saharanpur: Workers of the right-wing group, Hindu Raksha Dal, spray-painted Musalmaan ke liye road nahi hai (This road is not for Muslims) on a

Kolkata Earthquake: Strong tremors felt in the city after 5.4 magnitude quake in Bangladesh

Kolkata experienced significant tremors on Friday following a magnitude 5.4 earthquake originating in Bangladesh. The seismic event occurred at a

After Beating Zimbabwe, Heres How India Can Reach T20 WC 2026 Semis

Zimbabwe have been eliminated following their loss against the Men in Blue, and the Proteas will be joined by either India or the West Indies in

Virosh wedding: Vijay Deverakonda's stunning gold jewellery features Oddiyanam, Kasu mala, Kadukkan, Kolusu and more. A close look at regal ornaments

Virosh wedding: Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot in Udaipur on February 26. Vijay Deverakonda's jewellery included Oddiyanam

Watch: Iran FM Abbas Araqchi says next U.S.- Iran nuclear talks within a week

India, Maldives discuss deepening strategic, defence ties during envoy's meeting with Army Chief

India and Maldives are deepening their strategic partnership. Discussions focused on enhancing defense and diplomatic cooperation. Both nations r

How this beloved Colaba bar is making itself right at home in Bengauluru

Deepika Padukone quits another film post Spirit, Kalki 2: Reports

Hyderabad: Deepika Padukone, one of Bollywoods top stars, was recently rumoured to join the cast of the popular Emmy-winning series The White Lot

India Post GDS Result 2026 expected shortly at indiapostgdsonline.gov.in; check how to download, selection process and more

The Indian Postal Department is expected to release the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) recruitment results soon for 28,636 vacancies. The merit list, bas

Last rites of former soldier exposes practice of untouchability in Karnataka village

Officials visit village in Bagalkot district of Karnataka following complaints of shops being closed during final rites of Hanumanthappa Harijan

Kavitha says Satyameva Jayate after court discharges her in Delhi liquor policy case

Ready for narco test to establish truth in POCSO case: Swami Avimukteshwaranand

Avimukteshwaranand said even if any wrongdoing had occurred, it would not automatically establish who was responsible. The child who never came t

Are You Overcaffeinated? Signs You Are Consuming Too Much Caffeine

While it is perfectly safe to enjoy up to 400 milligrams of caffeine in a day, overconsumption can lead to some unpleasant symptoms.

Solar Infra Blamed For Madhya Pradesh Tigress' Death. Why It's Alarming

Eight tiger deaths were reported in Madhya Pradesh, three by electrocution, including the latest of a tigress allegedly by continuous electric cu

BJP's AI-Driven Strategy, Assembly Charge Sheets For 2026 State Polls

The BJP's strategy comes ahead of assembly elections in five states: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry.

Auqib Nabi On His Way To National Colours, Says Sourav Ganguly

New Delhi, Feb 27: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday showered praise on Jammu and Kashmir for their exploits against Karnataka in the

Delhi Police detains Congress workers over protest against arrest of IYC Chief Uday Bhanu Chib

Speaking about the protest, Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav expressed pride over IYC for aising their voice at the Summit, adding that the G

T20 World Cup: Bowlers more than happy to do dirty job as long as our batters can play freely, says Arshdeep Singh

The Punjab bowler thanked South Africa for beating West Indies, a result that eased some pressure on Indias title defence

French President Macron to visit top-secret sub base as some Europeans worry about US nuclear guarantees

France is re-evaluating its nuclear posture as President Macron outlines fresh thinking on submarine-based and air-delivered nuclear weapons. The

RERA cracks down on construction delay in Bachupally, hands project to homebuyers

Hyderabad: In a landmark order concerning a stalled housing project in Bachupally of Medchal-Malkajgiri district, the Real Estate Regulatory Auth

S&P/ASX 200 ends week on a high as Australian shares post best February since 2019; utilities and miners gain, check top gainers and losers

Australian shares finished higher on Friday, February 27, 2026. The S&P/ASX 200 index gained 0.25 percent. Miners saw gains, offsetting declines

What's behind the latest fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Pakistan launched air strikes on Afghanistan's cities overnight. This escalates months of border clashes. Both nations reported heavy losses. Pak

Deepinder Goyal's Startup 'Temple' Is Hiring But Only If You Have Less Than 16% Body Fat

Temple, led by Deepinder Goyal, is hiring engineers with body fat under 16 per cent for men and 26 per cent for women, offering probation for oth

Hyderabad Police Holds Counseling Session for Rowdy Sheeters

Rajendranagar Zone Deputy Commissioner of Police, S Sreenivas interacted with the individuals and their families, emphasizing the importance of l

Vishnu Vinayasam: A Torturous Comedy Stuck in Outdated Astrology

The films worldview feels disturbingly backward

Opinion: Opinion | Nearly 10,000 Layoffs In 2025: Why Are Indian Startups On A Firing Spree?

In an age where trendy co-working office spaces have replaced humble garages as startup symbols, the current slump is best seen as a mirror to sh

SC collegium clears early transfers, names new chief justices, nine judges

The Supreme Court collegium has decided to transfer judges proposed as Chief Justices two months before their vacancy arises. This policy aims to

Too Much Of A Good Thing? This Is When Excess Intake Of ORS Becomes Dangerous

Next time you reach for ORS, don't think of it as a casual drink. Respect the dosage, listen to your body.

Gaudium IVF shares climb 5 pc in market debut trade

NEW DELHI, Feb 27: Shares of fertility services provider Gaudium IVF and Women Health Ltd on Friday listed with a premium of 5 per cent against t

SS Group Unveils Single-Tower Luxury Project "SS ONE" Near Dwarka Expressway

SS Group, Gurugram’s leading real estate developer, has announced the launch of SS ONE, a premium residential project featuring a single 42

BLACKPINK Dominates Headlines

Yesterday, BLACKPINKS Jenny had also won the award For her Album called Ruby in the category for the Best K-pop Album at the 23rd Korean Music Aw

Delhi Excise Policy Case: CBI to move Delhi High Court, challenging order discharging Kejriwal, Sisodia

The CBI will approach the Delhi High Court to contest a trial court's decision to discharge Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the

Rajasthan Panchayati Raj offices to play national song: Minister

The Rajasthan government, under Panchayati Raj Minister Madan Dilawar, announced several initiatives to strengthen village governance and promote

Undergarments worth Rs 10,000 stolen from Varanasi shop; 3 women booked

Varanasi: Police have booked three women for theft for allegedly stealing undergarments worth around Rs 10,000 from a shop in the Chetganj area,

SC Collegium Decides To Transfer Judges Proposed To Be CJs Of HCs Well In Advance

New Delhi, Feb 27: The Supreme Court collegium has taken a policy decision that a judge, who is proposed to take over the high court as its chief

India GDP Data Series: Key FAQs about the economy's fresh math answered

India New GDP Data Series Changes: India is releasing a new Gross Domestic Product series today. The base year is shifting to 2022-23. This updat

e-rupee project for food grain subsidy to be expanded across country: Union Minister in Puducherry

Delhi HC Gives Nod To Disciplinary Action Against Sameer Wankhede

Delhi HC gave nod to the continuation of disciplinary proceedings against IRS officer Sameer Wankhede in connection with the 2021 Cordelia cruise

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

Mr. Kejriwal alleged that the conspiracy of the excise case was hatched to finish off AAP

'Conspiracy Theory': Why court gave clean chit to Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia in liquor scam case

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has acquitted former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the liquor excise policy scam, citing a

The Secret Agent movie review: Wagner Moura smoulders in Kleber Mendona Filhos masterful anatomy of political fear

To anatomise fear as fiction is to recognise its very real mechanics in the places we actually live, and that uncomfortable truth is what elevate

Rob Rausch Girlfriend: Love Islands star confirms relationship after addressing Maura Higgins rumors; what we know so far

Rob Rausch girlfriend: Love Island alum Rob Rausch confirmed he is off the market, revealing he's been dating someone new for two months. While R

CBI To Move Delhi HC Challenging Court's Order Discharging Kejriwal, Sisodia

The agency has alleged that Rs 100 crore was paid by a south lobby to influence the now-scrapped excise policy in its favour

Rohith Vemula Bill, honour killing Bill referred for further review: Karnataka minister

Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H.K. Patil said the proposed legislations were examined in detail, and certain aspects required additional

Melania Trump to preside over U.N. Security Council meeting in a first for a First Lady

The United States takes over the rotating presidency of the 15-member council for the month of March, and the First Lady's office said the meetin

6 low-calorie Indian vegetarian dinners for busy weeknights

Burger Kings New AI Chatbot to Check If Employees Say Thank You and Please

Burger King plans to roll out an OpenAI-powered chatbot embedded in employee headsets to monitor politeness levels and assist with operations, bu

O. Panneerselvam joins DMK; says happy to be part of Thai Kazhagam

The entire country is closely watching the leadership of CM M.K. Stalin. He has set the grammar for how to run a political party, Mr. Paneerselva

Kolhapur ZP sets up pink rooms in 833 schools to support girls menstrual health

Iraq Armed Group Tells Fighters To Prepare For Long Iran-US War

Kataeb Hezbollah warned the US on Thursday of immense losses were it to start a war in the region, while a commander in an armed faction told AFP

Kavitha Terms Delhi Liquor Case Politically Motivated, Says Truth Has Triumphed

Telangana Jagruthi president alleges political vendetta against BRS; questions accountability for time lost with family

Booking of tickets for The Kerala Story 2 going on despite stay: Kerala HC told

Booking of tickets for the movie was possible and therefore, there was a possibilty the film might be screened in theatres during the day, despit

PakistanAfghanistan tensions explained: What sparked the latest border clashes?

Islamabad accuses Kabul of harbouring the TTP and Baloch insurgents a charge the Afghan Taliban deny as a fragile ceasefire collapses amid rene