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WhatsApp Introduces New Group History Feature

The company claims that this feature is also built with privacy in mind and does not weaken its encryption standards.

Nation pledges to wipe out Naxalism by 31st of next month: HM Shah

Guwahati: Union Home Minister Amit Shah today said that the nation has taken a pledge to wipe out Naxalism from the country by 31st of next month

CPI(M) State Secretariat terms Congress protests against Health Minister Veena George unwarranted, accuses Opposition of attempting to instigate riots

The Congress have been staging protests against the backdrop of theincident where an artery forceps was found in the abdomen of a womanwho had un

Congress protest at AI summit amounts to treason: BJP

The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly criticized the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi. This follows a protest by the Congress's youth wing at th

KH x RK: Kamal Haasan and Rajnikanth starrer film's 'born cool' promo drops. Fans reply 'they invented cool'

KHxRK Reunion: Indian cinema is bracing for a tectonic shift as Red Giant Movies officially unveils the first glimpse of the monumental project K

Chenab bridge: Afcons chief recalls Cyrus Mistry refusing to exit project during 2008 crisis

India's highest railway bridge over the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir is now operational. Afcons Infrastructure Limited persevered through pr

Trump's tariffs are illegal and money must be returned, says US Senator Chuck Schumer

The US Supreme Court has ruled President Trump's global tariffs unlawful. Senator Chuck Schumer has declared these tariffs illegal and insists th

All languages equally worthy of respect: Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, marked International Mother Language Day with a heartfelt tribute to the importance of preser

Priya Maggo Calls Meri Manzil Tujhi Se Her Most Personal Project Yet

Priya added that the project reflects a larger shift where digital creators are stepping into mainstream entertainment spaces.

T.N. CM Stalin inaugurates Pinnacle Infotechs global engineering hub in Madurai

On the occasion, the Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone for a housing project designed to provide accommodation for about 1,200 employ

Naxalism to be eliminated from India by March 31: Home Minister Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated Naxalism will be eliminated by March 31, 2026. He addressed the 87th CRPF Day Parade in Guwahati. Shah highl

Rajasthan SIR 2026 complete, EC publishes final voter list with over 5.15 crore electors

Rajasthan's electoral rolls have been updated. The Election Commission published the final list with over 5.15 crore voters. This revision proces

Telangana Open School Society 2026 Exams: Class 10, 12 Time Table Released, Complete Schedule Here

TOSS April 2026 Exams: The first examination will hold examination for language papers such as Telugu, Tamil, Oriya, Marathi, and Kannada in the

Telangana Prisons Department denies reports of terror-linked mulaqats at Hyderabads Central Jail

NIFTY 50, BSE Sensex edge higher for week amid AI-led IT losses

Nifty added 0.39 per cent during the week and added 0.46 per cent on the last trading day to settle at 25,571. At Friday's close, Sensex was up 3

US trade gap widens in December; India goods deficit hits $58.2 bn in 2025

The US recorded a $58.2 billion goods trade deficit with India in 2025, placing India among America's larger bilateral trade gaps, alongside the

Rujuta Diwekar Debunks Heart Health Myths, Warns Against Alcohol And Urban Lifestyle Risks

Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar addresses common myths about heart health and advises people not to fear traditional foods like coconut, peanuts and

'We did a little flip': Donald Trump says India-US trade deal intact, calls Narendra Modi 'a great gentleman'

US President Donald Trump said the trade framework with India will remain unchanged despite a Supreme Court ruling striking down his use of a spe

White House says India's tariff to drop to 10% temporarily after court strikes down IEEPA duties

The White House has said India's tariff rate will temporarily drop to 10% after the US Supreme Court struck down duties imposed under (IEEPA). Th

India AI Impact Summit still without final statement

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said there was huge consensus on the declaration, the details of which he declined to provide

Google Gemini users can generate AI music through app

With Googles most advanced music generation model Lyria 3, users can create AI music through the Gemini app

Tamil will forever remain my breath, says Kamal Haasan

He extended greetings to Tamils on the occasion of International Mother Language Day

NASA clears fuel leak issues, lines up March 6 for Artemis

The Space Launch System will carry astronauts in the Orion spacecraft as part of the agency's broader plan to return humans to the Moon and estab

'Future built on trusted partnerships': India backs Pax Silica initiative; coalition offers strategic edge in semiconductors and AI

The US-led Pax Silica initiative is being seen as a strategic technology alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation in semiconductors, critical

Government will study US Supreme Court tariff ruling: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Commerce Ministry and MEA will react on the matter, says Joshi

UGC fake universities list 2026: Full state-wise list of 29 blacklisted institutions in India

The UGC has identified 32 fake universities operating across 12 Indian states, with Delhi and Uttar Pradesh having the highest numbers. Students

KSPCA member urges Karnataka CM to announce 13th KSRP battalion for Raichur in 202627 budget

Currently, the 6th KSRP Battalion stationed in Kalaburagi and the IRB unit at Munirabad are located approximately 180 kilometers away from Raichu

Thunderstorm alert in 18 Telangana districts on February 23

Industrial Expansion Stalled as 150 Kanals Remain Encroached at J&K's Bari Brahmana Estate

The proposed expansion of the Industrial Estate at Bari Brahmana in Samba district has hit a major roadblock, with 150 kanals of allotted land st

BJP Workers Wave Black Flags At Rahul Gandhi After Congress' Shirtless Protests

BJP workers, supporters and its youth wing members have come out in large numbers in several locations across the country in protest against the

A US war with Iran is close. But what's the goal?

Tensions are escalating between the United States and Iran, with the specter of conflict looming ominously. This potential war lacks defined boun

NCP-SP MLA Rohit Pawar writes to PM Modi seeking ouster of Civil Aviation Minister

Rohit Pawar alleged that Ajit Pawar's death in a plane crash at Baramati last month was caused as part of a conspiracy involving the air charter

Election Commission publishes final electoral roll in Chhattisgarh after SIR concludes

The Election Commission of India has published the final voter list for Chhattisgarh. This follows a Special Intensive Revision exercise. The pro

MGP demands reconstitution of Tree Authority to curb tree-felling in Mysuru

During the meeting, MGP members briefed the Deputy Conservator of Forests about the progress of their ongoing tree survey project, which aims to

Aryan Khan wins Best Debutant Director of the Year for Bads of Bollywood, smiles, hugs Mrunal Thakur, Siddhant Chaturvedi after big win

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis presented the award to Aryan Khan. The debutant director was also recently honoured with the Debutan

Announcement: Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth Reunite After 40 Years for KHxRK

The film will be produced under the Red Giant Movies banner.

India Women Elect To Bat Against Australia In Deciding T20I

India to bat against Australia in the third T20 International.

Allu Arjun and Ram Charans Photo From Allu Sirishs Pre-Wedding Party Goes Viral

While AA22 will hit the cinemas in late 2027, Peddi is scheduled to arrive on April 30 this year.

450-bed high-tech hospital to come up on RGUHS campus in Ramanagara

Officials instructed to prepare a Detailed Project Report for construction of a high-tech hospital during the second phase of work at the new RGU

Scholarships: February 21, 2026

Information on financial aid for students

How India can build a STEM Knowledge Grid by 2030

A decisive shift from the classroom to a distributed national knowledge grid, co-created through modern Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), is ne

India, Brazil aim to deepen bilateral ties as PM Modi eyes $20 billion trade milestone

Prime Minister Modi and Brazilian President Lula held talks, highlighting the strong India-Brazil partnership. Both nations are committed to incr

J&K: LoP Sunil Dares NC To Prove Special Status Claim, Questions Govt In Assembly

SRINAGAR, Feb 21: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Saturday accused the ruling National Conference (NC) of confusing pe

Election shock in Rajasthan: Hundreds seek voter name deletions without consent

Hundreds of Form 7 applications seeking deletion of voter names surface mysteriously in Rajasthans Chohtan Assembly constituency.

AP: Two held for diverting Rs 34 lakh to cricket betting apps

Nellore: At least two persons have been arrested for allegedly running an online cricket betting racket after luring victims with promises of inv

BCYP to organise BC Simha Garjana rally seeking 44% reservation, caste census in Andhra

The participating leaders will also press for 44% reservation to the BC communities in education, employment, local bodies, and legislative bodie

Amitabh Bachchan to Join Kalki 2 Shoot; Continues to Command Massive Telugu Fanbase

Producer Lagadapati Sridhar says the megastar has once again proven why he remains an icon of Indian cinema.

One Man Committee on SIT Report Insult to SC, Judicial Process: YSRCP

Appointing a one-man committee after the SIT filed its chargesheet is nothing but an insult to the Supreme Court and the judicial process, said K

Chargesheet To Be Filed Against Mehul Choksi's Son, Fugitive Tag Likely

In a significant development in the nearly $2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is preparing to fil

CleanMax mobilises Rs 921 cr from anchor investors; IPO to open on Feb 23

NEW DELHI, Feb 20: Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions, a commercial and industrial renewable energy provider, on Friday said it has raised Rs 921

Gods Own Country navigates big hurdles to revive tourism sector

PM Should Put India-US Trade Deal on Hold: Congress

Jairam Ramesh said the government must state categorically that there will be no import liberalisation till clear cut clarifications from the Ame

Brazilian President Lula da Silva meets PM Modi & President Murmu; gets grand welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

PM should put India-US trade agreement on hold, renegotiate terms of deal: Congress

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says government must state categorically that there will be no import liberalisation till clear cut clarifications

LoP Sunil Sharma Dares NC To Prove Special Status Claim, Questions Govt In Assembly

SRINAGAR, Feb 21: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Saturday accused the ruling National Conference (NC) of confusing pe

NASA Mission To Send Humans Back To Moon Scheduled In March

NASA on Friday set March 6 as the earliest possible launch date for Artemis 2, the first crewed flyby mission to the Moon in more than 50 years.

Rahul Gandhi Appears In Maharashtra Court In RSS Defamation Case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday appeared before the Bhiwandi magistrate's court to furnish a fresh surety in a 2014 defamation case file

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu episode 31: Airing today or delayed again?

Hyderabad: Fans of Meri Zindagi Hai Tu have been eagerly waiting for clarity after the sudden change in the shows airing schedule during Ramzan.

Bengaluru Garbage Crisis: How Lack Of Sanitation In Urban Areas Affects Community Health

When waste management is disrupted, it creates filthy conditions that breed illness for entire communities. Piles of uncollected garbage turn str

NASA eyes March 6 launch of astronaut moon mission after passing key test

NASA successfully completed a nearly 50-hour rehearsal for the Artemis II launch countdown, fueling the rocket with about 730,000 gallons of prop

UP tragedy: Class 10 student, 15-year-old, dies by suicide over her CBSE Maths paper performance

A 15-year-old Class 10 student in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly died by suicide on Friday evening following severe mental distress over her pe

After 13 Years, Justice Remains Elusive for Dilsukhnagar Twin Blasts Victims

The ATF urged the government to strengthen intelligence gathering and take proactive measures to dismantle networks that threaten the peace and s

Quote of the day by Emily Blunt: 'People quit on jobs. They quit on marriages. They quit on school...'

Emily Blunt observes that modern impatience, fueled by instant gratification, leads people to quit jobs, marriages, and studies. This tendency to

How devices and social media are shaping new OCD impacts on young people in India

Newer, technology-shaped rituals have crept into the lives of many young people - re-reading, screenshotting, repeated online reassurance-seeking

Chidambaram questions Centre on impact of US tariff ruling on India-US Trade Framework

US extracted several concessions from India without conceding any, says Congress veteran P Chidambaram

Youth Congress protest at AI Summit tarnished Indias image: Pramod Sawant

The Goa Chief Minister said the actions of the Youth Congress at the AI Summit amount to political recklessness and tarnish the country's image

PM Narendra Modi-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hold delegation-level talks in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in New Delhi. President Lula received a ceremonial wel

CFTRI-Mysuru workshop participants discuss how to reduce salt in Indian cuisine to counter rise in hypertension and diabetes

With rising non-communicable diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes, national priorities for 202526, supported by the Food Safety and Standa

Congress claims US trade deal has become an 'ordeal', Rahul says 'PM compromised'

Congress says India-US trade deal one-sided

Cordon-and-search operation in Ahobilam; more than 280 liquor bottles seized

Nearly 50 police officers and personnel under the supervision of Allagadda Deputy Superintendent of Police K. Pramod conducted the operation

A taste of Chinese New Year in Guangdong: top picks from Consuls General in Guangzhou

First Responder Beyond Borders: Indian Navys Humanitarian Outreach in the Indian Ocean Region

Chenab Bridge | Afcons Chief Recalls Cyrus Mistry Refusing To Exit Project During 2008 Crisis

New Delhi, Feb 21: The worlds highest railway bridge over the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir faced turbulent times around 2008, when the Railw

UK To Consider Removing Andrew From Royal Succession Line

Keeping calm and carrying on, the royal family weathers worst crisis in generations.

Shirtless protest: Court reserves order on Delhi Police plea for custody of arrested Indian Youth Congress workers

A Delhi court has reserved its decision on a police request for five-day custody of four Indian Youth Congress workers. They were arrested yester

Building Indias EdTech and AI Roadmap for Equitable Learning for Every Child

'Topless kya senseless tha': MoS Jayant Chaudhary slams Youth Congress for protest stunt at India AI Impact Summit

Union Ministers Jayant Chaudhary and Kiren Rijiju have strongly criticized the Indian Youth Congress for their shirtless protest at the India AI

Banco do Brasil aims to boost Brazil-India trade to $100 billion: Tarciana Medeiros

Banco do Brasil aims to boost India-Brazil trade to 100 billion dollars. President Tarciana Medeiros highlighted the bank's role as a strategic b

ED summons Tantri and Vasu in Sabarimala gold theft case

ED has been issuing notices to people in the list of accused drawn up by the SIT and beyond

Omnitech Engineering Sets Rs 216-Rs 227 Price Band For IPO

The Omnitech IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth Rs 418 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 165 crore

Indian universities showcase their AI strengths at India AI Impact Summit 2026

In our fourth photo essay from the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, we showcase 12 pavilions by Indian universities.

2.51 lakh UP farmers receive Rs 285 Cr compensation: Adityanath

LUCKNOW, Feb 21: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday provided Rs 285 crore as crop compensation to over 2.51 lakh farmers, a

Trump Collected $133 Billion From Tariffs. Who Gets That Money Now?

The US Supreme Court had dealt a big blow to President Donald Trump's administration by scrapping his sweeping emergency tariffs -- a move that c

'Not meant to last forever': Rahul Chahar issues first statement following four years of marriage with wife Ishani Johar ending in divorce

Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar has officially announced the legal end of his four-year marriage to Ishani Johar. In a deeply personal social med

Police Search Former Prince Andrews Home A Day After His Arrest

The British government is considering formally removing him from the line of succession to the crown.

UK royal family faces biggest crisis in generations amid scandal

The detention of Prince Andrew has thrown the British monarchy into turmoil, a crisis not seen since the abdication drama of 1936. In the face of

KH x RK Reunion: Kamal Haasan-Rajinikanth join hands for Nelsons film; shoot begins soon

The film has music by Anirudh Ravichander and is produced under the Red Giant Movies banner

It would be fine if Israel took over entire West Asia region, says U.S. Envoy Mike Huckabee

The U.S. Ambassador discussed Israels biblical rights to the land and interpretations of the Old Testament

Tamil Nadu polls: DMK's women wing to commence door-to-door campaign from Feb 23

In an effort to energise grassroots support, the DMK's women's wing is set to embark on an ambitious door-to-door campaign from February 23, targ

LG Sinha Administers Oath To Shantmanu As State Election Commissioner

Jammu, Feb 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday administered the oath of office to Shantmanu as the State Election Commissioner of Jam