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Our Land, Not a Garbage Dump: Why This Village in UP Is Opposing a Waste Plant

We know that in the end, it will become a mountain of garbage here, Residents of the village tell The Quint.

Union Cabinet approves Keralas name change to Keralam

The Union Cabinet approved Keralas proposal to change its name to Keralam. The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 will now go to the state as

Sudanese paramilitary forces kill at least 28 people in an attack in Darfur, group says

CAIRO, Feb 24: An attack by the Sudanese paramilitary forces on a stronghold of a Darfur tribal leader left at least 28 people dead, a doctors gr

Militants kill six policemen in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR, Feb 24: At least six policemen were killed and one other was injured in a militant attack on a police van in Kohat district of Pakista

Kerala to Keralam: What is the process to change the name of a State?

India has a long history of changing the names of States. From Orissa to Odisha and Uttaranchal to Uttarakhand, know all about the constitutional

CM Omar Abdullah Rolls Out 84.41 Crore Multi-Sector Development Works To Transform Ganderbal

GANDERBAL, Feb 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of major development projects worth 84.41 crore

LG Kavinder Gupta Grants Notional Annual Increments To SRO-202 Employees In Ladakh

Leh, Feb 24: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, has approved the grant of Notional Annual Increments for t

Hyderabad police arrest 104 in pan-India cyber fraud crackdown under Operation Octopus; accused linked to 1,055 cases

The officers uncovered a structured network involving mule account holders, middlemen and even a banking insider

Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Bodies of 7 deceased handed over to family members after post-mortem

The post-mortem was conducted at Sadar Hospital in Chatra.The bodies have been handed over to family members after the autopsy, say a health depa

Truck carrying cows hits car in Hyderabad, Jai Shri Ram chants raised

Hyderabad: Chaos erupted at pillar number 311 close to Aramghar crossroads in Hyderabad on Tuesday evening, February 24, after a truck carrying c

Reboot or become a relic: The university as an operating system in urgent need of an update

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Russia-Ukraine War: Macron reaffirms Frances support for Kyiv

He said the war had resulted in 15,000 Ukrainian civilians killed and condemned what he described as violence, rape, torture, war crimes, and ter

Heat intensifies as temperature climbs to 36 degree Celsius across Erode district

Prateek Rajagopal: Music can truly make or break a movie

Composer Prateek Rajagopal talks about working across industries, adapting to new technologies, and the enduring power of film music

Adulterated tea powder supplied to Hyderabad stalls, police bust racket

Hyderabad: The police on Tuesday, February 23, busted an adulterated tea powder racket in Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad, and arrested one person. The a

Siddaramaiah promises to expedite recruitment amid job aspirant protests

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said his government will fast-track recruitment to fill 2.64 lakh vacant posts, blaming the previous BJP government for

Direct Vande Bharat Train To Run Between Srinagar And Jammu From March 1

New Delhi, Feb 24: Northern Railway has announced extension of the Vande Bharat Express service to provide direct connectivity between Srinagar a

IBM stock crash: How a single blog post wiped $30 billion off IBMs market value in one afternoon - here's what rattled investors

IBM stock crash shocked Wall Street. IBM shares fell 13% in one day. Nearly $30 billion in market value vanished. This was IBMs worst drop since

Complete Inaction On Environment Protection: BJP Slams Omars Pitch For Artificial Snow In Gulmarg

Srinagar, Feb 24: The state unit of the BJP on Tuesday slammed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah over his artificial snow pitch for

Hajj 2026 registration opens in Saudi Arabia: Eligiblility, process, packages, and key details

Saudi Arabia has opened Hajj registration for domestic pilgrims for 1447 AH (2026) via the Nusuk platform, starting on 6 Ramadan. Priority is giv

Muhammad Yunus returns to non-profit work after 18 months leading Bangladeshs interim government

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has returned to his non-profit work at the Yunus Centre in Dhaka after stepping down as chief adviser to Bangladesh

Iranian military helicopter crashes into central market, reportedly four killed

An Iranian military helicopter crashed into a market in Dorcheh, Isfahan, killing at least four, including the pilot and co-pilot. This follows a

152 Dead, Nearly 21,000 Structures Damaged In 2025 Rain Fury In J&K

Jammu, Feb 24: The rain fury in Jammu and Kashmir last year claimed 152 lives, injured 179 people, damaged nearly 21,000 structures mostly resid

The US Supreme Courts ruling on Trump's tariffs sidesteps a deeper problem

The Supreme Court's decision on President Donald Trump's tariffs highlights a common confusion between policy effectiveness and constitutionality

Cabinet Gives Nod To Develop Civil Enclave At Srinagar Airport

The expansion of the civil enclave will mark a major milestone in strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley.

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PM Modi should scrap anti-farmer trade deal with U.S., says Rahul Gandhi

The Indo-U.S. trade deal is against the interests of our farmers and was done by PM Modi under the pressure of U.S. President Donald Trump becaus

Inside the war bunker where Volodymyr Zelenskyy ran Ukraines defense in Russia war

Walking through a warren of tunnels under central Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was from this secure compound that he star

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Markets dive over 1% as IT stocks crumble; Sensex plunges 1,068.74 points

Rising global crude prices amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and sluggish global cues also hit investor sentiment, says traders

CM Omar Abdullah Asks J&K Students In Iran To Return; Warns Against Ignoring Govt Advisory

Srinagar, Feb 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday urged students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in Iran to follow the Union governments

Maharashtra among key states as Centre approves Rs 9,072 crore railway projects

The works will cover eight districts across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. Officials said the improved rail network will enhan

Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi should scrap anti-farmer India-US trade deal

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to scrap the Indo-US trade deal, calling it anti-farmer and done under pressure.

What happens to terms Keralite, Keralan: Tharoor on Keralam replacing Kerala

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal for altering the name of Kerala to Keralam

RSS' highest decision-making body to prepare annual action plan in next month's meet

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's top decision-making body convenes in Samalkha, Haryana next month. The Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha will me

Did PM Modi Admit Pakistan Destroyed Rafale Jets During Indo-Pak Conflict? No!

We did not find any evidence to support the claim that PM Modi indeed made such a statement.

'Aunga hi nahi main' to 'kaun so school band ho jayega': Two legendary school leave applications that left netizens in splits

Two student leave applications, one from Bundelkhand and another from a Class 7 student, have gone viral online for their candid and humorous hon

Watch: Three dead U.S. military strikes vessel in Caribbean

Kashmiri students threatened for asking sehri, iftar at Punjab university

Chandigarh: Kashmiri Muslim students at CT University in Punjab were reportedly asked to vacate the campus, harassed and threatened with cancella

Rangbhari Ekadashi 2026: Date, tithi, muhurat, and auspicious rituals for blessings

Rangbhari Ekadashi, or Amalaki Ekadashi, will be observed on February 27, 2026. This day falls before Holi and is dedicated to worshipping Lord V

Cricket fan travels from U.K. to Hubballi for Ranji Trophy final

For the last two decades, 65-year-old Yorkshire County Cricket club fan Ian has been following Ranji Trophy matches

I Am Proud of My Son: IYC Chief's Mom Urges Youth to Become Bhagat Singh

She further drew comparisons with past protests by the BJP during the UPA government and questioned if the incidents, such as Galgotias Universit

Home Delivery via Drone: First-of-its-kind service goes live alongside two US-based AI companies

Tolichowki to Mallepally: Hyderabads 6 hottest Ramzan food spots

We are well into Ramzan 2026, and Hyderabad has once again turned into a city of lights, prayers, and an unparalleled culinary frenzy. While the

Impact Of GDP Base-year Revision And The Need For Robust Data

Shashi Tharoor extolls installation of Rajajis statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Shashi Tharoor said he always admired Rajajis convictions and he was a strong supporter of his Swatantra Party

The Pupil Saveetha Eco School showcases 3,500 artworks at Chithira Punaivu 2026

Created by students from classes I to XIIGrade 1 to 12, this years standout focus is on ceramics and carpentry, with handcrafted sculptures and c

Cabinet Approves Hike In Powergrids Equity Investment Threshold To Rs 7,500 Cr Per Subsidiary

New Delhi, Feb 24: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved a proposal to increase the equity investment threshold of public sector enterprise Power

China military purge taking toll on command and readiness, study finds

China's military is undergoing significant purges due to corruption. This is creating gaps in its command structure. The International Institute

How Enterprises Scale AI Training with GPU Clusters

Within digital infrastructure landscapes, race conditions emerge around control of machine learning frameworks. As corporate-grade algorithms gro

Jammu Courts Lead In Pendency Among J&K Districts With Nearly 78,000 Cases, 3.89 Lakh Pending Statewide

JAMMU, Feb 24: Subordinate courts across Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a pendency of 3,89,210 cases till January-end, with criminal matter

TGEJAC welcomes Cabinets decision on Vaidya Vidhana Parishad

Hyderabad: The Joint Action Committee of Telangana Employees, Gazetted Officers, Teachers, Workers and Pensioners (TGEJAC), on Tuesday, February

Israel warns Lebanon of harsh strikes if Hezbollah joins US-Iran war

Israel is sending a stern warning to Lebanon, making it clear that if Hezbollah decides to jump into any potential conflict between the US and Ir

Three missing after car falls into Jayakwadi Dam canal near Paithan

According to an official from Paithan Police Station, the car was travelling from Koradgaon in Ahilyanagar district towards Paithan when the driv

A.P. seeks CRZ reclassification for Vizag Beach Road to boost tourism projects

Visakhapatnam was the crown jewel of Andhra Pradeshs tourism sector and that the coalition government was committed to developing it into an inte

Trump's economic agenda has delivered on some promises, missed on others

Donald Trumps economic agenda has produced a complicated picture. Output is expanding faster than many analysts projected, with robust GDP number

Relief from tariffs may not lower prices, businesses warn

Consumers may not see lower prices despite a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. Businesses absorbed previous costs and are focused on recouping los

Task Force Busts Tea Powder Adulteration Racket in Sanathnagar; One Arrested

Accused allegedly mixed cocopeat, jaggery and synthetic colours to sell 120 kg of adulterated tea powder to local stalls.

IYC Members Arrested Over Shirtless Protest Will Face Rioting Charges

Considering the multi-state ramifications of the case, the underlying financial and logistical networks among the accused, and the need for a com

Not in my name: Gandhis great-grandson slams evictions for Musi project

Hyderabad: Amid protests from the Opposition over eviction notices sent to residents of Madhu Park Ridge Apartments for the Gandhi Sarovar Projec

Trump's State of the Union speech could be his best chance to sell voters on Iran plans

President Trump addresses the nation tonight. He seeks support for his Iran policy. US forces are building up in the Middle East. Trump aims for

Watch: BJPCongress clash over arrests after shirtless protest at AI Impact Summit

A political slugfest erupted between the BJP and Congress over the arrest of several Indian Youth Congress leaders over a shirtless protest stage

Timeless Artistry, New Address: Kosala by Hindalco Launches its First Flagship Store in New Delhi

Inaugurated by Padma Bhushan Mrs. Rajashree Birla, the new store in Greater Kailash brings indigenous craftsmanship and sustainable luxury to the

Morocco Captain Saiss Announces Retirement From International Football

Saiss's decision comes after repeated injuries, including in the last Africa Cup of Nations, where he only played 18 minutes in the opening match

UPSC site not working: Is CSE form 2026 last date extended? Heres why you are getting a 404 error

UPSC site upsconline.nic.in down: The Union Public Service Commission registration for Civil Services and Indian Forest Services 2026 ends today

What happens to terms Keralite, Keralan: Shashi Tharoors witty take on states Keralam switch

The Union Cabinet has approved changing Kerala's name to Keralam. This move will now proceed through parliamentary procedures. Senior leader Shas

Indias real GDP growth for Q3FY26 could exceed 8 per cent : SBI Report

NEW DELHI, Feb 24: SBI Research has projected that Indias real GDP growth for the third quarter of FY26 could exceed 8 per cent, with its nowcast

'Rioting charges added to FIR': Delhi Police on Youth Congress 'shirtless' protest

Delhi Police has added rioting charges to the FIR against Indian Youth Congress members. The group staged a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Su

Nasuni Scales Hyderabad R&D to Strengthen its Enterprise File Data Platform for Teams and AI

Nasuni , the enterprise file data foundation for teams and the AI that supports them, today announced the expansion of its Hyderabad Research &am

Net Run-Rate Will Definitely Come Into Play : Parthiv Patel

Margin of defeat is significant in last match : Parthiv Patel

Cabinet approves three railway projects worth 9,072 cr covering eight districts in four States

The three projects include the doubling of the Gondia-Jabalpur section and the laying of the third and fourth lines between Punarakh-Kiul and Gam

Quote of the Day by Charlize Theron: Looks alone wont get you that fartheres always somebody younger, somebody prettier

Hollywood star Charlize Theron champions substance over looks. She believes beauty opens doors but talent and resilience build careers. Theron's

Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Feb 24: The rupee traded in a narrow range on Tuesday and settled 6 paise lower at 90.95 (provisional) against the US dollar amid a firm

Personnel who foiled bomb attack on prisoner among nine honoured by Chennai Police Commissioner

Medical services extended to 45,000 RTC employees through 1900 empaneled hospitals, says Transport Minister

AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in Jewar airport projects; MoU signed on Yogis Singapore visit

SINGAPORE, Feb 24:The Uttar Pradesh Government on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding with AISATS to invest Rs 4,458 crore in two major a

European officials visit Ukraine to show support as country marks 4 years of Russias all-out war

KYIV, Feb 24: More than a dozen senior European officials arrived in the Ukrainian capital on Tuesday in a show of support on the fourth annivers

Rupee declines 6 paise to settle at 90.95 against U.S. dollar

A sharp fall in domestic equity markets and uncertainties over the India-U.S. trade deal further pressured the local unit, while foreign fund inf

Shirtless protest at AI Summit: Delhi Police adds charges of rioting against arrested Youth Congress members

Delhi Police has added rioting charges against eight Indian Youth Congress members, including president Uday Bhanu Chib, over their shirtless pro

Senior Bureaucrat Nidhi Chibber Gets Additional Charge As Niti Aayog CEO

NEW DELHI, Feb 24: Senior bureaucrat Nidhi Chibber was on Tuesday given additional charge of Niti Aayogs chief executive officer. The 1994 batch

US Supreme Court ruling may not yet calm choppy waters around Trump trade policy

The US Supreme Court struck down many of Trump's global tariffs under IEEPA, meant for national security, not broad trade. He then imposed a temp

Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College stages Antony and Cleopatra

A bold new production of Antony and Cleopatra will be performed at Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College from January 5

Courts should avoid unmanageable directions: SC rejects mob lynching plea

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, February 23, dismissed a petition accusing states of non-compliance with the Tehseen Poonawala guidelines

Telangana Ease of Doing Business 2.0 soon: Industries Minister Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad: Telangana will soon roll out the Ease of Doing Business 2.0 as part of its strategy to position the state as a preferred global invest

Even lower levels of artery-clogging plaque may cause heart attack risk in women, finds study

New Delhi, Feb 24: Women may develop a risk of heart attack even at lower levels of plaque deposition in the arteries, according to a study. Wome

Congress MLA Sajid Khan Pathan receives death threat from Bishnoi Gang Associate

Congress MLA Sajid Khan Pathan has received a death threat and a Rs 10 crore extortion demand, allegedly from an associate of the Bishnoi gang. T

Who is Devuji, Top Telangana Maoist Who Surrendered

Before joining CPI (ML) Peoples War, Devuji was President of RSU Korutla Town and later he became President of RSU, Karimnagar district. He was i

RSS Highest Decision-Making Body To Prepare Annual Action Plan At Next MonthS Meeting

New Delhi, Feb 24: The Rashtraiya Swayamsevak Sanghs highest decision-making body will deliberate on a range of issues and prepare its action pla

SC declines plea to remove Aadhaar from SIR document list, says RP Act still endorses it as identity proof

Court says petitioner-advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay should take his apprehensions that fake Aadhaar cards are manufactured on an industrial sca