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BJP Candidate Dies Before Counting in Luxettipet Ward

A total of 910 voters were in the ward, of whom 695 exercised their franchise, including 20 postal ballots.

Two Convicted In 1.76-crore Trust Fraud Case In Nellore

The case, which dragged on in the court for years, related to the financial dealings of the Help to Poor People International Trust of Gudur

Celebratory Firing Kills Minor Band Boy In MP Town, Speeding Truck Ploughs Marriage Procession, 4 Injured

The incident took place when the marriage party was going in a procession from Gola Kuan to Saroj Marriage Garden under Moti Nagar police station

JK Assembly passes grants for Jal Shakti, Forest, Tribal Affairs Depts

Jammu, Feb 13 : The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Friday passed grants worth Rs 3,241.77 crore for public health engineering, Rs 1,524.82 crore f

As global drama unfolds, leadership in manufacturing & tech puts India in box seat: Advertising guru Martin Sorrell

Advertising veteran Martin Sorrell said India is in the box seat for growth in a fragmented global economy, thanks to its leadership, manufacturi

Wife, Child Missing After Row Over Handset

Mother leaves home with daughter over a mobile phone dispute

ET Now Global Business Summit: Fiscal prudence, infra push must as demand tilts south

Developing nations have a significant opportunity as global consumption shifts towards the Global South. International Monetary Fund and World Ba

Who is Donovan Carrillo? 26-year-old makes history at the 2026 Winter Olympics as first Mexican figure skater to reach two Olympic finals

Donovan Carrillo, 26, from Guadalajara, made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics by becoming the first Mexican figure skater to reach two Olympic

ET Now GBS 2026: In 10 years, New-age Cos Should Form 10% of India's $15tn M-cap, says said Kunal Bahl, founder of Snapdeal

Kunal Bahl anticipates a surge of venture-backed startups entering India's public markets over the next decade, projecting new-age companies to c

12,000 Kg rotten meat seized in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday informed the Assembly that over 12,000 kilograms of rotten and unsafe meat has b

Chennai Metrowater to hold open house meetings today

The labour codes redefine wages, empower the worker

There will be an expansion of worker benefits, his financial inclusion, and an enhancement of his long-term social security

India must strive for reciprocity in trade deal with US, says American economist Ann E Harrison

Priorities for IndiaAmerican economist Ann E Harrison advised India to cautiously accept the US tariff cut under President Donald Trump but warne

LG, CM, Speaker pay tributes to Akhoon, Peerzada

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:Senior National Conference (NC) leader Qamar Ali Akhoon and former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Devsar, Peerzada

Nr Railway to run Holi special trains from Katra to Delhi, Varanasi

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:To manage the expected rush during Holi, Northern Railway will run special reserved trains from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra t

Crypto crash ahead: Why Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin (BTC USD) will drop to $50,000, Ether (ETH) to $1,400 and lowered altcoins price target

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins price prediction: Standard Chartered has revised its short-term and full-year cryptocurrency forecasts downward d

Denial Of Pension To Martyrs Mother Highly Unjust, Cgarh High Court Says

According to the defence, the petitioner, Filisita Lakra, mother of the martyred cop, submitted the application to the authorities concerned to e

BJP MLA says people from Kashmir encroaching upon land in Jammu, triggers uproar in House

Jammu Tawi: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed uproar on Friday after BJP member Vikram Randhawa claimed that people hailing from Kashmir valle

CM Stalin visits BJP leader H. Raja in hospital

Six-year-old killed as car hits auto, pedestrians in Lucknow; accused held

According to the preliminary inquiry, the speeding Swift car, driven by a 21-year-old, hit an autorickshaw before ploughing into people walking a

EU and India: Coordinating for a stable future, says Charles Michel, former PM of Belgium

The European Union and India have made headlines by finalizing a groundbreaking free trade agreement. This strategic partnership is poised to rev

Principal chief conservator of forests Inspects Nehru Zoo

Vinay Kumar inspects enclosures, meets keepers on first official visit

Madagascar cyclone death toll rises to 40, water, power still out

Cyclone Gezani has claimed 40 lives in Madagascar. The storm caused widespread destruction, leaving many without power and water. Aid workers des

Parliament Watch: India-US trade deal in process; EU pact to open 99% market access

Parliament was informed that the IndiaUS trade deal is in technical and legal stages, while a proposed pact with the European Union aims to grant

Haryana CM Nayab Saini Rebuts AAP Allegations Of 'Operation Lotus', Says Party Trying To Hide Own Failures

Chandigarh: Rebutting the allegations of the Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) that he tried to lure its MLA into BJP under ``Operation Lotus'', the H

87 pc claims rejected under Forest Rights Act in J&K

39898 claims rejected, 6097 accepted Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday revealed that it has rejected 87 percent of claims u

India's ascent hard won by innovation, adaptability & resilience: Queen Rania

Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan said India is steadily rising in the global order despite geopolitical shocks, lifting millions out of poverty,

ET Now Global Business Summit 2026: 'Today, India is a vibrant market for control buyouts,' says Carlyle's Zeluck

India presents a dynamic landscape for private equity investors, particularly for control buyouts. The market has transformed significantly, offe

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurates various projects, lays foundation for multiple museums across Tamil Nadu

He also unveils statue of late freedom fighter Theeran Chinnamalai installed in Erode district; inaugurates memorial hall in honour of late Keela

From capital to capability: Experts decode strategic sovereignty at ET Now Global Business Summit 2026

Global business leaders explored strategic sovereignty at the ET Now Global Business Summit. Discussions covered digital control, capital movemen

Samsung workers to march to Secretariat on Feb. 15 seeking reinstatement of suspended staff

AI is moving beyond IT into physical operations, says Anant Maheshwari

Artificial intelligence is now enhancing physical operations, moving beyond IT. This 'physical AI' allows systems to learn and create new rules,

Thane Coastal Road-1 Project: MMRDA Crosses 50 Per Cent Foundation Milestone As Viaduct Work Accelerates

Mumbai, Feb 13: Eight months since construction work began, Thane Coastal Road-1 has crossed a major milestone, with over 50% of the foundation w

Rose Is At Heart Of This Valentines Day In Ooty

The celebration of Valentines Day is just not about young love birds reaching out to their respective sweethearts with gifts, mainly red roses, c

Israeli forces fire at Al Jazeera crew covering settler attack in West Bank

Jerusalem: Israeli forces opened fire at an Al Jazeera news crew on Friday, February 13, while it was covering a illegal settler attack in the oc

'Karen Wing of the Democratic party': Sen. Kennedy blasts Schumer, warns of possible DHS shutdown

ET Now Global Business Summit 2026: Building infra & wealth with focus on manufacturing, and a vow of healthy India

India's next decade promises significant transformation. Industry leaders foresee growth driven by localized markets and infrastructure developme

Husband Suspended For Campaigning For Wife

Two Congress candidates win ward polls by one vote

Hanuman Vahana Seva Held on Friday Morning

Nearly 3,000 devotees served daily with donors support

13 scary things that happened on Friday the 13th that still shock the world today

Friday the 13th is often linked with bad luck and scary history. Many shocking events happened on this date, like wars, disasters, deaths, and ac

Boomerang employees: Why India Inc is rehiring its former workers

Companies are increasingly welcoming back former employees. These boomerang hires integrate quickly and bring valuable institutional knowledge. T

2027 Punjab Assembly Elections: SAD In Early Poll Mode, Announces 40 Rallies From February 17

Chandigarh: Getting into early campaign mode, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has announced to hold 40 rallies across Punjab beginning February 17,

Palghar Real Estate News: MahaRERA Orders Oyster Corporation To Pay Interest For Delayed Possession Of Shops In Vasai-Virar Project

Mumbai, Feb 13: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has directed Oyster Corporation and its partners to pay interest for

3 Sexual Harassment complaints reported in JK since 2024

New Delhi, Feb 13:The Government of India on Friday informed the Lok Sabha that three complaints of sexual harassment at workplace have been repo

AIIMS Vijaypur functional, AIIMS Awantipora under construction

New Delhi, Feb 13:The Government of India has informed the Lok Sabha that while the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Vijaypur i

Ballari Range IGP Invokes PIT NDPS Act Against Habitual Drug Offender

According to officials, his activities were not isolated incidents but part of a continuing and repetitive pattern. Harsha said the Ballari Super

Students death in accident on western bypass in Coimbatore triggers protest

Nimmala Promises Efforts To Complete Neradi Barrage, Gundrevula Project

On the Gundrevula project falling under AP and Telangana, the minister said that a DPR was prepared. The state government was pursuing the mandat

The Galactic Standard: How SUYUG Infra is Engineering a New Real Estate Benchmark in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 13: In the competitive landscape of Bengaluru's real estate, where technical specifications often blur in

Bhatti, Ponguleti: Urban Voters Reposed Faith in Cong Govt

Party Will Bag 9094 Municipalities

Thane Crime: Anti-Corruption Bureau Books Gram Panchayat Officer For Demanding 3,500 Bribe To Process Property Deed Transfer

Mumbai, Feb 13: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Thane unit booked a gram panchayat officer for allegedly demanding a bribe to process a property

Bandi Vows Saffron Surge After Karimnagar Win

Addressing jubilant supporters alongside former mayor Y. Sunil Rao, Bandi Sanjay dedicated the victory to Mahashakti Ammavaru and to the peoples

Mumbai Temples Gear Up For Maha Shivaratri On February 15

Mumbai: Lord Shiva temples across Mumbai are gearing up to celebrate Maha Shivaratri on Sunday, February 15. Also called The Great Night of Lord

Fire Accident in Pharma Company; Several Workers Injure

Reports said that a block of the factory was damaged in the blast and the resultant fire.

Indian Super League returns, with all eyes on football league's viability

The Indian Super League faces an uncertain future. The new season begins today after a hurried setup. Media rights value has sharply dropped. Clu

APSRTC to Run 435 Special Buses in Tirupati Region for Maha Shivaratri

Booking counters will function at key locations such as Mukkoti and Kapilatheertham

Central Railway RPF Arrests 37-Year-Old Nashik Man For Planting Snake Inside Vande Bharat Express Toilet

Mumbai, Feb 13: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Central Railway has arrested a man accused of deliberately placing a snake inside a coach o

MP News: PMFME Scheme Helps Neemuch Youth Launch Garlic Unit

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh): The Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme has transformed the life of young

Saffron Surge in Karimnagar, Cong Scores in Ramagundam

Congress sweeps Ramagundam in North Telangana civic polls

Is Presidents Day a federal holiday in the US? When is it and what's open and closed?

Presidents Day 2026 falls on February 16, marking a federal holiday originally established in 1879 to honor George Washington alone.Currently, it

KSRTC operates special weekend tours to Gaganachukki, Chikka Tirupati, Melukote

According to officials, the services are being operated using Rajahamsa and Ashwamedha Classic buses on Saturdays and Sundays, and have been rece

State Consumer Commission Orders Navi Mumbai Builder To Hand Over Flat, Pay Interest And 2 Lakh Compensation For 5-Year Delay

Mumbai, Feb 13: The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has penalised a Navi Mumbai-based developer, M/s Hitect Enterprises, a partnersh

Anti-drug Cyclothon Enters 18th Day; Massive Rally Held In Vijayawada

Sivanath lauded the joint initiative of the police and Sujana Foundation, saying the campaign aimed to safeguard the future of youth. Chowdary sa

How will we be remembered once gadgets that control & encapsulate our lives today become obsolete?

Opening his late mothers old Air India cases, the writer rediscovers letters, tickets and keepsakes tracing family history and fading material me

Indore News: Crackdown On Illegal Hostels Begins After Mayors Warning

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Following a stern warning by Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav, the Indore Municipal Corporation has initiated action against il

Data should be treated as asset in national accounts: Saurabh Garg

Data is now considered a national asset, a fifth factor of production. This recognition aligns with global standards. Government departments are

Process to appoint regular Director-General of Police for Tamil Nadu resumes

This comes after the Supreme Court gave a weeks time to send a fresh list to the UPSC for empanelment

Council Pandemonium During Discussion on Governors Address

YSR Congress members storm podium amid fee-reimbursement row

Fake Call Centre Saga: CBI Grills Nashik, Palghar Cops Over Igatpuri Call Centre Operations

Mumbai, Feb 13: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) questioned Nashik Local Crime Branch (LCB) Inspector Ravindra Magar for over seven hour

200 Students Observe Live Proceedings of AP Assembly

Teachers accompanying them expressed happiness over the initiative, noting that such visits play a crucial role in nurturing informed and respons

Kollu Alleges Spurious Liquor Scam Under YSRC Rule

Thousands of vehicles were seized during the crackdown, often hitting poor vehicle owners.

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, February 14, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Mist/hazy conditions very likely to prevail during morning/night hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be arou

Trump LIVE | US President addresses troops, families at Fort Bragg

Clean-tech Start-up Solar Capital launches digital platform enabling rooftop-less consumers to participate in India's solar growth

New Delhi [India], February 13: As India accelerates its clean energy transition, Gurugram based Start-up, Solar Capital has announced the launch

Prison Department stall wins award at Numaish

K.C. Singh | Will BNPs Big Win Lead To Reset Of Delhi-Dhaka Ties?

The BNP-led alliance reportedly leads with 216 seats out of 299 seats, with that led by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) having won 76 seats. JeI is questio

Praja Arogya Vedika Urges Substantial Budgetary Hike

The forum opposed excessive reliance on PPP models in health and tourism, urging greater focus on strengthening public healthcare.

Bengal Chief Secretary appears before Election Commission over compliance lapses

West Bengal Chief Secretary Nandini Chakraborty appeared before the Election Commission of India in New Delhi following summons over non-complian

A decisive mandate: On Tarique Rahman, the BNP, the Bangladesh result

India and Bangladesh have an opportunity to reset ties with the defeat of Jamaat

Eleven migrants workers stranded in Dubai returns to Jharkhand; three wish to stay back

Stranded workers sent a video to activist Sikander Ali on February 2, who shared it on social media, urging the Jharkhand government to help them

Centre Shelves Action Plan Against Rahul

Rijiju said the Speaker will be consulted on whether to send the matter to the House privilege committee

Word of the Day: Catapult Meaning, origin, and examples

Word of the Day: Catapult - As a verb, it means to launch suddenly. It often refers to quick success. A viral post can catapult a brand. Use it t

Rousing welcome to CISF Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon at Marina

Officials said 52 coastal villages have been identified for sustained engagement through CISFs coastal units in coordination with port authoritie

Saudi FM calls for end to Israeli killings in Gaza, start of reconstruction

Munich: Saudi Arabias Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan on Friday called for an immediate end to Israeli killings in the Gaza Strip and the laun

French president Emmanuel Macron, Bazil's Lula to attend AI Impact Summit in Delhi

Visiting heads of state include those from Estonia, Slovakia, SL, Serbia & Switzerland

Manipur Cabinet Expansion: 2 more Kuki ministers likely

Manipur's state cabinet expansion is anticipated on February 23 or 24. The council of ministers will increase in strength. A senior BJP leader in

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin hands over appointment orders to 9,800 new government recruits

They were recruited by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission, the Medical Services Recruitment Board, and the Teachers Recruitment Board for v

Quote of the day by Aeschylus: 'There are times when fear is good. It must keep...' - lessons on courage and emotional strength by Greek dramatist and father of tragedy

Quote of the day by Aeschylus: Ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus viewed fear not as a weakness, but as a vital watchful place at the heart's con

Word of the Day: Paucity

Word of the Day: PaucityPaucity means a noticeable shortage. It highlights when something is not enough. This word is used for resources, informa

GHMC Wins Best Stall Award at Expo

The exhibits were displayed and offered for sale during the exhibition.