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Engagements in Hyderabad on Monday, February 16, 2026

Comedy shows: Backspace Pune; Sharon Verma Live; Time: From 7.30 pm; Venue: KLN Prasad Auditorium

Maha Shivaratri: Srikalahasti Temple Sees Massive Rush

The rituals commenced in the early hours with special abhishekam, followed by Indira Vimanam and Chapara sevas

Punjab CM Taken to Hospital in Sangrur

The doctors at the hospital are still examining him, However, there is no statement from the Fortis Hospital yet

Cotton farmers protest Piyush Goyals remarks on U.S. imports, warn of price crash

Farm bodies say zero-tariff raw cotton import from the U.S. will severely affect domestic price anddevastate growers; several farmer bodies, part

Rahul asks PM about impact of US' GM agri imports on farmers

In a bold move, Rahul Gandhi has taken his concerns directly to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding transparency regarding the impending trad

Watch: Tamil filmmaker R. Gowtham on Members of a Problematic Family | Berlin Film Festival

Shrikant Shinde Throws Open Challenge To BJPs Naik

Shinde-Naik rivalry intensifies over land row

India outplay Pakistan by 61 runs in T20 World Cup

COLOMBO, Feb 15: Ishan Kishan blended brute power with silken finesse in a breathtaking half-century before Jasprit Bumrah tore through Pakistans

Borra Caves Open Doors Free Of Charge For Shivaratri

The practice of waiving entry fees on this auspicious day dates back to 2000, when villagers from nearby communities petitioned authorities to al

Over 34% of Winners in Telangana Civic Polls Are Housewives

Election data show strong womens participation and varied education profiles

Festival Draws Over 2 Lakh Visitors

Over two lakh attend Pakala Beach Festival

IND vs PAK T20 WC: Kishans 77 and bowlers help India thrash Pakistan by 61 runs

Dazzled: Argentina Ambassador Congratulates Adani Group Over Gujarat's Khavda Solar Park

Mariano Caucino, Argentina's Ambassador to India, on Friday lauded Gujarat's efforts towards solar and wind energy while appreciating the Khavda

Grandeur, Devotional Fervour Mark Maha Shivaratri Festival in Nellore, Prakasam

Heavy rush was reported at Srisailam, Srikalahasti, Kotappakonda, Mahanandi, Yaganti and Draksharamam, among others

Sikhs Observe 350th Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur with Devotion in City

Sikhs mark 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur

Spiritual fervour marks Mahasivaratri celebrations across Visakhapatnam

Two lakh devotees participate in 41st Maha Kumbhabhishekam at RK Beach, one crore Siva Lingas receive abhishekam with holy waters from sacred riv

40 lakh devotees take holy dip in Ganga, Sangam on Magh Melas last day

The Magh Mela also remained in the news amid tensions between Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and the administration

TIMS Sanathnagar to Introduce Pneumatic Sample Transport, Set Up Food, Water Testing Centre

Tims to get food testing centre, pneumatic lab system

Kerala's Best Farmer Award Winner Dies By Suicide

Unable to bear the burden of debt, he ended his life, says his brother

T20 World Cup India vs Pakistan: Kishan, bowlers seal Team Indias passage to Super Eight

The openers blinder powers the defending champion to 175 for seven on a sluggish surface; Hardik, Bumrah, Axar and Varun scalp two apiece as Paki

CCMB Scientists Honoured for Mentoring Young Researchers at TNQ ISA 2026

CCMB scientists honoured for mentoring young researchers

Assam school students drive for urban bird nest conservation spreads wings

The Chorai Bandhob initiative of the children of Bongaon Chola High School expands to several institutions, promoting urban nesting spaces ahead

Srinivas Announces 143 Crore Hike In Rural Welfare Budget

Under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAYNRLM), 818 crore has been allocated: Reports

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Watch: Mulund Metro accident: Five arrested, Rs 5 crore fine on contractor

Five people have been arrested following the fatal slab collapse at an under-construction metro site in Mumbais Mulund area on February 14, which

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Final Electoral List On Feb. 23 For TN

The Commission directed that names falling under the category of logical discrepancies be displayed at gram panchayat offices, public places and

Communal unease hurting investments in Mangaluru & Udupi-Manipal region, says Priyank Kharge

Karnataka's IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge highlights that communal tensions are hindering investment in Mangaluru and Udupi-Manipal. These coasta

Rs 1.67 Crore Released for Works in 12 Pacs in Erstwhile Chittoor District

Funds to support buildings, compound walls, godowns and repairs across societies

Independent Councilor Joins Cong in Wardhannapet, Paves Way for Party to Claim Chairperson Post

With her induction, both the Congress and the BRS have six members each in the council

T20 World Cup: India outplay Pakistan by 61 runs

Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give India thumping 61-run win over Pakistan

Hyderabad on Alert: Domestic Help Burglaries Spike

The offences always involved forceful restraint, gagging of victims and spiking of drinks to incapacitate homeowners before valuables were looted

Restricted access to AI summit on Day 1; expo to open for all from February 17

The expo will include pavilions from Australia, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Serbia,

Opposition slams PM Modi for hollow words in scripted interview

Opposition says Prime Minister Narendra Modis interview means little in reality and is an attempt to divert attention from a damp squib Budget an

'Time's Up For Shaheen, Babar & Shadab': Mohammad Yousaf Rips Into Pakistan For Humiliating Loss Against India In ICC T20 WC26

Islamabad, February 15: Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousaf on Sunday came down heavily against Pakistan Cricket Team after their humiliati

CM Prays For Global Recognition, Glory To Amaravati Capital On Maha Shivaratri

From the peoples capital Amaravati the sacred land where Lord Amareswara resides I pray for the city to earn global recognition and glory: Chie

CM, Jagan Condole Death Of BC Leader Venkayya

Naidu, Jagan condole former MLCs demise

Sportvot x FPJ: Handball Pro League 2025-26 Concludes In Nagpur; Bhopal Blasters And Lucknow Lioness Claim Titles

The Handball Pro League 202526 concluded on a thrilling note in Nagpur on 14th February 2026, with teams delivering outstanding performances in t

Hyderabad police warns against fake Ramzan ration offers

Hyderabad: With Ramzan less than a week away, Hyderabad police issued an advisory warning the public against fraudulent messages promising people

T20 World Cup | Australias Mitchell Marsh could return for key clash against Sri Lanka

The beleaguered Australian team that finds itself in the midst of injury setbacks and poor form could finally have something going its way

Hrithik Roshan Reacts To Mumbai Metro Pillar Collapse In Mulund, Calls For 'Stricter' Safety Measures After Tragic Death

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan reacted to the tragic metro pillar collapse in Mumbai that claimed one life and left several others injured. A day

30-Year-Old Hacked To Death In Broad Daylight In Jagtial

The victim, Bore Vishwanath of Porandla village in Jagtial Rural mandal, was allegedly attacked with wooden logs and died on the spot due to head

Watch: No handshake during IndiaPakistan T20 World Cup match

T20 World Cup: Bumrah-led bowlers give India thumping win over Pakistan

Colombo: Ishan Kishan merged power with finesse for a fifty before Jasprit Bumrah destroyed Pakistans top-order with his malevolently talented ri

What India vs Pakistan result means for both teams in the tournament: Group A points table and qualification race explained

India secured a commanding 61-run victory over Pakistan with a dominant all-round performance. Their relentless bowling attack dismantled Pakista

Bhiwandi Mayor Polls Heat Up: BJP Projects Unity, Secular Front Faces Turmoil Ahead Of Nominations

Bhiwandi: High-stakes political maneuvering has intensified ahead of the mayoral nomination process in Bhiwandi, with shifting alliances and last

MILAN Village Opens Doors To Visitors Ahead Of Fleet Review

These included the international fleet review (IFR), Exercise MILAN 2026, and the Indian Ocean naval symposium: Reports

'Siraj Cutie', Netizens Praise Bowler's Sweet Gesture As He Dusts Dirt Off Ishan Kishan's Head As He Groans In Pain Against Pakistan; WATCH VIDEO

Ishan Kishan played a fiery inning against Pakistan tonight in the marquee clash of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Premadasa Cricket Stadium i

Akshara Chit Fund Director Held at Bengaluru Airport Trying to Flee to US

Police have asked investors who may have been affected to lodge complaints at the Subedari police station

Vizag Police Announce Traffic Regulations For IFR

Traffic curbs in Vizag for International Fleet Review

IND VS PAK T20 World Cup: No Handshakes Post-Match As Suryakumar Yadav & Co Humiliate Pakistan By 61 Runs

India completed a comprehensive win over Pakistan in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash on Sunday. Chasing 175, Pakistan were bundled out for a pal

'Always Desire to Achieve More For People': PM Modi Says Public Life Demands Constant Improvement

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that by temperament, he is ever fully satisfied and believes that public life demands a c

Europeans push back at U.S. over claim they face 'civilisational erasure'

E.U. foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas addressed the Munich Security Conference a day after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a somewhat

ICC T20 World Cup: India rout Pakistan by 61 runs in commanding all-round show

India secured a commanding 61-run victory over Pakistan. Indian bowlers displayed relentless intensity and tactical brilliance. Hardik Pandya and

Budget Benefits Must Reach Grassroots, Says TD State Chief

The teleconference was attended by civil supplies minister Nadendla Manohar and BJP state president PVN Madhav: Reports

Sweeping Reforms Planned In Public Health Care

AP partners with Gates Foundation for healthcare reforms

Pro League: India ends home-leg with another loss

Economic Survey 2025-26 Targets RTI Act, Suggests Ministerial Veto To Deny Information

After a decade of existence and showing the scars of legislative fetters on its working, the Right to Information (RTI) Act has attracted adverse

Kedarnath Shrine Opens From April 22

Badrinath to open April 23 as Gangotri and Yamunotri begin yatra on Akshaya Tritiya

Friend recalls his final conversation with Saketh; says he ate and engaged less over last two weeks

Sharing the news with grief, the friend, who requested privacy on LinkedIn in another post, says the revelation has shocked the entire community

IND VS PAK T20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan, Spinners Run Riot As India Thrash Pakistan By 61 Runs, Take 8-1 Lead T20 WC In Colombo

Pakistan were no match for India in a completely one-sided performance in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Ishan Kishan's blazing 77 helped India post

Viksit Bharat is Not Possible Without Including 14% Muslims in Nation Building, Says Asad

He said none from these two groups were involved in the freedom movement and that many Muslim leaders sacrificed their lives to get freedom for I

With The BNP Under Tarique Rahman Winning, Bangladesh Turns A Page, Carefully

After eighteen months of political turbulence, Bangladesh has conducted a more or less peaceful national election and produced a new government.

Aland: Shivaratri Prayers Conducted Under Tight Security At Dargah Premises

The ritual, which has been at the centre of a long-standing dispute, was carried out peacefully under strict police supervision: Reports

Year Of The Fire Horse 2026 Horoscope: Heres how the Chinese Zodiac Signs will experience transformation

The Year of the Fire Horse, beginning February 17, is considered especially dynamic and auspicious. In Chinese astrology, the Horse symbolises gr

Kerala can contribute to strengthening secularism: Amartya Sen

Joining Vision 2031 meet online, Prof. Sen draws attention to the States historical openness to the world at large. Historian Romila Thapar comme

Government Updates CPI Base Year To 2024: A Necessary Reform With Hidden Welfare Implications

The government has updated the base year for a key inflation gauge, the Consumer Price Index, a move that was both necessary and sensible. At the

Congress, BRS, BJP, MIM Vie For Municipalities With Hung Results In Adilabad

Chairman race heats up in hung municipalities

Influencer Chinnu Pappus Boyfriend Found Dead In Kasargod

Sandesh, 29, a native of Eliyathaduka in Madhur panchayat of Kasargod district, was discovered hanging inside his house on Sunday afternoon: Repo

India, France to hold key dialogue to boost defence cooperation on February 17

A defence cooperation agreement is expected to be renewed for another 10 years, with an MoU on joint venture for manufacturing of Hammer missiles

India has entered recent trade agreements from a position of strength: PM Modi

Beyond tariffs, FTAs will reduce non-tariff barriers and expand global market access for Indian MSMEs, says PM; urges private sector to step up a

Telangana High Court Spikes Plea Of Med College For More PG Seats

The judge was dealing with a writ petition filed by the medical college contending that it was entitled to 58 PG seats based on its infrastructur

Shah: Rahul Misleading Farmers on Trade Deals

Home Minister says farmers and dairy interests protected in US, UK, EU agreements

Two independent candidates join AIMIM after municipal wins

Hyderabad: Two independent candidates, who won as ward members in Nalgonda and Karimnagar municipal corporations, joined the All India Majlis-e-I

Mahashivratri 2026: A Celebration Of Restful Awareness That Awakens The Highest Shiva Tattva

Usually, when there is a celebration, awareness is lost. But Mahashivratri is a celebration that comes with restful awareness. It is a time of de

MP News: Devpath Temple, Where Gods Began The Narmada Parikrama

Kukshi (Madhya Pradesh): At the far end of Kukshi tehsil in Dhar district, the 12th-century Devpath Shiva Temple stands on a single massive rock

Spirituality vital for realising inner potential: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

FIR Filed Against Congress Leader After Row Over Shivaji-Tipu Comparison

In Pune, BJP members staged a demonstration outside the Indian National Congress office, where clashes broke out after workers from both parties

NDMC ramps up security, sets up 24/7 monitoring, cameras for AI Impact Summit

Vallalars birth anniversary will be celebrated for three days every year, says M.K. Stalin

The Chief Minister also announces the establishment of a researchcentreonthesaintin Chennai. It will come up at theHR&CE Department headquarters

21 locations in Maharashtra raided in probe into extremism

Raids were conducted in Umarkhed and Pusad in Yavatmal over the suspicion that certain individuals were in contact with terrorist organisations,

Meenakshi Natarajan emerges as a frontrunner for Congress Rajya Sabha seat from MP

With three seats falling vacant, Congress weighs options as Digvijay Singh exits race

Gadag: Devotees Shocked to Find Idols Damaged at Shiva Shrine

According to villagers the vandalised idols include the Shivalinga, the Nandi idol, Nagappa, and also Honnattemma, situated near the Ramalingeshw

Mahashivratri 2026: Raveena Tandon, Akshay Kumar, Bhumi Pednekar, other celebs share photos

The festival of Maha Shivaratri is observed across the country with prayers, fasting, chanting of mantras, and visits to Shiva temples. Celebriti

Tense showdown as Mayors, Municipal Chairpersons to be elected today

Micro Artist Carves Lord Shiva On Needle Tip In Jagtial

The sculpture depicts Lord Shiva in a seated blessing posture under the hood of a cobra. The artwork, measuring less than 3 mm: Reports

Mayoral elections: Prohibitory orders imposed in Karimnagar Police Commissionerate limits

Malicious: Imran Khan's Eye Exam Inside Pak Jail Slammed By His Party

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan was on Sunday examined by a team of doctors after a reported eyesight issue while his party re

International Customs Day celebrated

Lifeguards Rescue Five Tourists From Drowning Off Puri Coast; Repeat Warnings On Beach Safety

The incident follows a similar rescue in December last year, when four tourists from West Bengal were saved after being swept into deeper waters