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AP to Prioritise Buddhist Circuit Development, Intensify Excavations

Deputy Speaker Raghu Rama Krishna Raju appreciated the efforts to safeguard Telugu heritage and assured collective steps to secure Central fundin

Smooth-coated Otters Spotted In Madiramakka Cheruvu, Penphad Mandal

Forest officials said the otters might have reached the Madiramakka irrigation tank through the Nagarjunasagar Left Canal, as the mammals had ear

J&K | AK-47 Rifle, Ammunition Seized During Search Operation In Sundarbani Sector

Rajouri, Feb 20: Security forces on Thursday recovered war-like stores during a search operation in the Nathua Tibba area of Sundarbani sector al

Many Congress MPs Want To Contest Kerala Election, Party To Take A Call

The Congress party has been holding a series of meetings to prepare for assembly elections in multiple states. During screening for candidates, i

Rahul Dravid Endorses Colgate Total to Champion Oral Health as a Performance Edge

Regional Networking Meets to Boost Natural Farming Markets in AP

District teams will provide follow-up support in logistics, storage, certification and transportation

Private schools can't collect unregulated fee from April 1: Delhi government to HC

A bench of Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia was hearing the petitions filed by the schools' associations challenging the Febr

RDO inquiry into illegal quarrying complaint on February 24 following farmers 11 petitions

BIS to organise awareness programme in Coimbatore on standards for coaching centres

ACB arrests Grade-I Stenographer, two subordinates for accepting 5,000 bribe in Jayashankar Bhupalpally.

Seven bodies found after Chinese tour bus plunges into frozen lake in Russia's Siberia

One of the Chinese tourists who had been on the bus managed to escape, Irkutsk regional Governor Igor Kobzev said on the Telegram app, and the re

Why oil prices are skyrocketing amid US-Iran tensions and here's how your gas bill could soar

US-Iran conflict oil and gas price impact: Global oil prices are climbing amid fears of a US strike on Iran. This could mean higher fuel costs fo

No possibility of change in DMK-Congress alliance, says Kanimozhi

3 IAS Officers Relieved From Jammu And Kashmir After Transfer

JAMMU, Feb 20: The General Administration Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government today relieved three IAS officers from the Union Territo

Holi 2026: 186 special trains announced to tackle festive travel surge: Check routes, stops and booking details

Central Railway is deploying 186 special trains to manage the Holi travel rush, connecting Mumbai and Pune with key destinations like Nagpur, Ban

EPFO, ESIC to hold Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0 grievances redress camp in Tiruppur on February 27

Aon Power Conclave 2026 to Examine Risk, Resilience and the Energy Transition in India

The invite-only event will bring together senior leaders from Indias power and energy ecosystem to explore evolving risks, regulatory development

Exclude Kashmir apples from India-U.S. trade deal, says Mehbooba

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti warns zero-duty U.S. apple imports could hurt Kashmir horticulture economy

Coimbatore Corporation to conduct special tax camps on February 21 and 22

Tension Prevails at Bharathi Cements in Kadapa

The protesters warned that the agitation would continue until their grievances were addressed and demanded talks with the authorities at the earl

Jungle Safaris Back in Bandipur, Nagarahole From Tomorrow

The restart of jungle safaris would be allowed with certain conditions.

Ranji Trophy Final Beckons: Jammu & Kashmir Rewrite Their Cricketing Story

History made! J&K qualify for their first Ranji Trophy final after 67 years in Indian domestic cricket.

School education superintendent, senior assistant caught taking 70,000 bribe

54,908.22-crore projects proposed at Invest Kerala enter implementation phase in a year: Minister

115 projects have begun construction or started operations, generating 66,073 employment opportunities

Polling stations in Coimbatore reviewed ahead of 2026 Assembly elections

Amit Shah Unveils Rs 6,900-Crore Programme For Border Villages In Assam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah officially launched the second phase of the Vibrant Village Programme in Assam today.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah defends order regulating zakat collection amid political row

Mr. Abdullah says the order is issued following requests of local Muslim religious leaders, who had pointed out misuse of zakat (charity money).

Mangaluru Plastic Park project likely to be inaugurated before monsoon, says Capt. Chowta

The project is 90 per cent complete. Spread over 104 acres, it has 50 sites developed on 60 acres

ChandrayaanPSLV model unveiled at Gandhipuram junction in Coimbatore city

Watch: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Sri Lankan President

15 More Bengal Gram Procurement Centres Opened in YSR Kadapa

Farmers have been advised to register at their nearest Rythu Seva Kendram and bring well-dried produce with moisture content below 14 per cent, a

Progress of projects reviewed

Your IRS refund may be late if you claim these two tax credits heres why

Many Americans may get their tax refund late this year. The delay mostly affects people who claimed two popular tax credits for workers and famil

Rethinking Women's Day Beyond Tokenism

Gender equity is not a women's issue. It is a leadership issue. Organisations that understand this stop treating Women's Day as a moment of tribu

'USA will be finished without me': Trump attacks Democrats amid weakening hold across key states

NASA Shares Stunning Image Of Iris Nebula, A Blue And Pink Flower In Space

The Iris Nebula holds special significance for scientists because of its unique colours.

Lyria 3: All About Google's AI-Powered Tool That Lets You Create Song From Text And Videos

Google said that the goal of Lyria 3 is not to produce studio-ready songs, but to enable fast, creative self-expression.

Did You Know: Honey never expires The sweet treat that defies time!

Did You Know: Honey, prized for centuries as both a natural sweetener and a healing remedy, is also one of the rare foods that can last indefinit

Vitamin A drops to be administered to children

Red Or Orange: Which Carrot Is More Beneficial For Your Health?

Orange carrots boost vision with beta-carotene, red carrots aid heart health with lycopene.

AP govt to complete trunk roads in Amaravati by March 2027

The State government has mobilised 40,887 crore from various financial agencies

Do Deewane Seher Mein movie review: A reluctant nod to imperfect love

Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur fail to rise above flimsy conflicts in this plodding romantic drama, devoid of passion

Lakshadweep allows serving of liquor in govt. guest houses in eight islands to boost tourism

Lakshadweep MP Hamdullah Sayeed has criticised the decision, warning it may worsen alcohol addiction and social issues. Leading local Congress co

From Driving Rickshaw to Shark Tank: How a beverage startup secured 2.5 crore despite rejection from Sharks

Despite not securing a deal on Shark Tank India, Mumbai-based 3Sistersdrinks successfully raised 2.5 crore from independent investors. The bevera

Coding At 5, Speaking At AI Summit At 8: Who Is Ranvir Singh Sachdeva?

An 8-year-old boy caught everyone's attention when he took the stage at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. With that, Ranvir Singh Sac

HCLTech Unveils VisionX 2.0, a Next-Gen Multi-Modal AI Edge Platform With NVIDIA

VisionX 2.0 builds on the companys Intelligent Secure Edge capabilities and integrates advanced computer vision, vision language models, multi mo

Pregnant teen ends life in Tirunelveli

Thousands gather at Al-Aqsa for first Ramzan Friday prayers

Jerusalem: Tens of thousands of Muslims gathered under heavy security at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem for the first Friday prayers of

Water level in Papanasam sam stands at 87.60 feet

Former Jaypee Infratech MD Manoj Gaur surrenders in Delhi's Tihar Jail after court rejects bail plea

Gaur was arrested by ED on November 13, 2025, in a case linked to a 14,599-crore fraud with homebuyers

Hyderabad homes get bigger, average flat size hits 2600 sq ft

Hyderabad: Homes in Hyderabad have become bigger, with the average flat size in the city crossing 2,600 sq ft in 2025. According to a latest repo

Perpetual Capital on Why India Inc. Is Growing Differently

25 injured in jallikattu at Thodaiyur

Cardiologist Shares Smart Street Food Choices That Won't Harm Your Health

By choosing roasted, steamed, or boiled options over deep-fried snacks, you can enjoy the vibrant flavours of the street while supporting your we

Currency printing press office declared prohibited place

MHAs February 18 notification supersedes its earlier February 15, 2022 notification, declaring HQ of the Security Printing and Minting Corporatio

Minotti anchors cross-cultural interiors dialogue in Bengaluru

How Minotti, the Italian furniture designer, is at home in Bengaluru, with tributes to a legendary French designer and Brazilian modernism

AI-Backed Cameras Leads To Arrest Of Poachers In Odisha's Simlipal

The suspected poachers had entered the sanctuary in Simlipal Tiger reserve with hunting equipments.

400 kg of banned tobacco seized near Velankanni, two arrested

Bourbon, Bond and Bob Dylan: Touring Kentuckys most storied distillery

Louisville presents a whisky-soaked adventure with a side of Bond and a splash of Bob Dylan

Former Jaypee Infratech MD Manoj Gaur surrenders in Delhi's Tihar Jail

Officials said Gaur, who had secured interim bail, surrendered on Thursday and is now lodged in Tihar Jail. Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd also fi

How Did the Samurai Really Disappear?

For hundreds of years samurai roamed the lands for instilling justice and educating the population during peacetime under the patronage of their

Young And Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Doctor Explains Long-Term Health Risks

Living with IBD at a young age also means understanding the long-term health risks and learning how to protect both physical and emotional well-b

II PU examination: Deputy Commissioner holds preliminary meeting with officers

U.K. Foreign Minister to meet Rubio amid tensions over joint air base

The Diego Garcia base has recently been used for operations in the West Asia against Yemens Houthis and in humanitarian aid to Gaza

Democracy on trial: Umar Khalids endless wait for justice

On February 17, the Press Club of India in New Delhi hosted the release of Umar Khalid and His World, a book put together by his friends, support

Video: Stopped From Cheating, Medical Student Attacks Professor In Karnataka

A routine internal exam at Dr Malakareddy Homoeopathic College in Karnataka's Kalaburagi district turned violent when a student allegedly assault

GOAT film review: Have a ball with the A-team

An excellent voice cast, superb animation, wild action and a solid moral elevate the run-of-the-mill underdog story to unbridled fun

Sidecar Takes Over Hyderabads Leelas The Library Bar

The Sidecar team will unveil a specially curated la carte menu of five signature cocktails, crafted in limited batches exclusively for the eveni

Disaster response drill held at ONGC Narimanam facility

Toxic vs Dhurandhar 2: Yash and Ranveer Singhs salaries revealed

Hyderabad: Two of the biggest films in Indian cinema are set to clash at the box office on March 19, 2026. The much-awaited movies are Dhurandhar

Maharashtra CET Cell extends registration for MBA/MMS, MHT courses

According to official notices issued on Friday, the registration deadline for MAH-MBA/MMS CET has been extended to February 25, while for MAH-MHT

Top analyst says Prince Andrew's arrest could force King Charles to consider stepping aside

A CNN royal commentator warns that Prince Andrew's recent arrest in the UK could cast a significant shadow over King Charles III's reign. The arr

IAS officers Vaidya, Dr Syed Abid Rashid Shah Relieved From J&K After Transfer

JAMMU, Feb 20: The General Administration Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government today relieved two IAS officers from the Union Territory

'Cannot be planted somewhere else': Calcutta High Court backs fisher-seller father in custody row

The Calcutta High Court has decided that an eight-year-old boy will continue to live with his father, with whom he has been staying for the past

Australia vs Oman Live Score Updates, T20 2026: Head-to-Head

NH Toll Plazas May Go Cashless From April 1; NHAI Proposes Only FASTag, UPI Payments

New Delhi, Feb 20: Highways authority NHAI is considering discontinuing cash payments at highway toll plazas from April 1, requiring commuters to

FTAs to play significant role in coming years by improving market access: RBI bulletin

India's trade deals with the EU and US will boost market access and exports. The economy looks strong for growth ahead. Consumption and investmen

What is ALS? Signs, treatment options and prognosis as Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane passes away

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also called Lou Gehrigs disease, is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder that damages motor neurons controllin

Hyderabad: CBI Court Receives Second Hoax Bomb Threat

A thorough check was conducted in the court premises and the threat was declared as hoax, police said

Gaza death toll in first 16 months of war far higher than reported: Lancet study

Gaza Strip: More than 75,000 Palestinians were killed during the first 16 months of Israels military campaign in Gaza Strip, significantly exceed

Post SIR, voter base in Gujarat, Lakshdweep, Puducherry shrinks by nearly 69 lakhs

Gujarat, Lakshadweep and Puducherry recently published their respective final electoral rolls as part of the poll roll cleanup exercise

56,000 Liquor Bottles Worth 4 Crores Seized In Dry Gujarat

The operation resulted in the seizure of Indian Made Foreign Liquor worth over Rs 4 crore, marking it as one of the most significant crackdowns i

Meenakshi Choudhary Bollywood-bound

She is debuting in Hindi opposite Akshay Kumar

Why are gold and silver prices fluctuating so often, and is it complete manipulation? Bullion price movements, analysts insights, metals market outlook explained

Why are gold and silver prices fluctuating so often, and is it complete manipulation? Gold prices increased due to US-Iran tensions, falling Euro

Darshan of fig tree wood Perumal idol at Kumbakonam temple from March 1 to 10

India super-fortunate to have young people embracing AI, policymakers giving digital push: IMF chief

India is fortunate with a young population embracing AI. Policymakers are investing in digital infrastructure and removing entrepreneurship barri

Sarvam AI sets roadmap to build models that look beyond languages

Sarvam AI sees a vast scope to deploy AI models in the country, as both citizens and governments are keen to engage with this technology.

Indias oil import shift signals structural energy security pivot: GlobalData

New Delhi: Indias recalibration of crude oil imports marks a structural shift from opportunistic discount buying to disciplined geopolitical risk

Include 50 per cent import duty on apples: Mehbooba Mufti to Modi

Srinagar: Emphasising that the interim Indo-US trade deal would take a toll on the nations farmers and fruit growers, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on

7 foods to avoid within 1 hour of waking up

Many of us rely on a morning ritual to kickstart our day, but consuming certain foods too quickly after waking can sabotage your energy and diges