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EPFO may ease PF interest rate to 8-8.2% in FY26

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation is set to consider a slight reduction in the interest rate for provident fund deposits for the upcomin

Chennai Singams Beat Ahmedabad Lions to Make ISPL Final

Chennai's Ashish Pal was the wrecker-in-chief as he claimed three crucial wickets. The Lions lost both openers Sikandarbhai Bhatti and Prathamesh

Telangana Govt Schools Flout SC, Health Dept Orders On Menstrual Hygiene

The state government had accorded administrative sanction for the procurement and distribution of adolescent health kits to girl students in gove

Revanth Instructs In-Charge Ministers to Stay Put in Their Constituencies

Revanth Reddy instructed the in-charge ministers to ensure he receives daily reports from their constituencies.

Drug seizures in J&K declines sharply since 2021: MHA

Lowest narcotics seizures in 2025; opium-based drugs down nearly 90% since 2021 New Delhi, Feb 3:Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday informed the

Hyderabad: Bank Details for Vehicle Registration Become Optional

After the new policy was introduced, an RTA official said 1,632 vehicles had been given temporary registration at showrooms here. The permanent r

Fresh snowfall in J&K higher reaches, rain lashes plains

MeT predicts cloudy weather till Feb 6, light snowfall on Feb 7 Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Fresh snowfall was reported in the higher reaches of the Kashmi

Ananya Birla forays into films with launch of Birla Studios

Ananya Birla has launched Birla Studios, marking the Aditya Birla Group's foray into film production amidst a growing but consolidating Indian fi

TDP hails India-US trade deal but raises concerns over shrimp export

The TDP party has expressed enthusiasm about the newly established trade agreement between India and the US, particularly applauding the lowered

Omar to introduce Bills on decriminalisation, leprosy rights

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will introduce two bills-one for decriminalising certain offences to further enhance trust-based g

US-India trade deal: How revised tariff will boost exports while shielding farms

India and the US have finalized a trade agreement. The US has reduced tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent. This move will boost Indian exports

PepsiCo to cut prices of Lay's, Doritos as consumers push back

As U.S. consumers struggle to afford essentials due to inflation and delayed food stamp benefits, companies such as P&G , Coca-Cola and PepsiCo h

Employee seeks advice after leaving a high-paid job over stress now regrets it as the Internet offers smart advice

Many employees face the difficult choice between financial stability and mental well-being. A recent Reddit post read: It was mentally draining a

Speaker disallows Lones amendments on Art 370, Statehood

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday announced that he had rejected the amendments submitted by Peo

Quote of the day by Niccol Machiavelli: The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must therefore be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves why Machiavelli still teaches power how to win

Quote of the day by Niccol Machiavelli: The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must there

NLU for Jammu echoed in Assembly, Kashmiri leaders counter

Citing SMVDIME, Sakina Itoo backs NLU setup in Kashmir Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The demand for setting up a National Law University in Jammu echoed in

MPharm: Option entry allowed from February 7

ED achieves 94.82% conviction rate in money-laundering cases at end of 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has secured conviction in 43 PMLA cases since 2020-21, wherein 104 accused have been convicted

After objections from farmers, MLAs, Centre halts 3 Railway projects in Kashmir

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Centre on Tuesday said that three proposed railway projects in Kashmir have been put on hold following objections from loca

Bengaluru hosts global summit on Diamond Open Access

India, US kept ties on track despite tariffs, Trump's ceasefire talk

Official-level meetings were held across sectors at regular intervals besides Quad Working Group meetings to keep momentum in ties. Several US Co

PMGSY-I has connected 2132 habitations in J&K

New Delhi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Tuesday informed Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir has made significant progress in achieving univers

NCP Leader Demands Renaming Of Ladki Bahin Scheme After Late Ajit Pawar

The Ladki Bahin Yojana has primarily taken shape through the vision and planning of Ajit Pawar. As Finance Minister, he ensured the necessary fun

Minority education body set up in Uttarakhand

Karnataka Chief Minister loses cool multiple times in Assembly

50 Mobile Veterinary Units operational in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Monday informed the Parliament that 50 Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) have been made operational in

London firm GI Outsourcing opens GCC in Hyderabad, plans to hire 200 people by 2028

Government doctors association opposes curbs on private inpatient practice

Why the BJP struggles in Tamil Nadu

Tamil religiosity functions outside the ideological framework of the Sangh Parivar

J&K considers single-window online system for tourism licenses

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said it is considering introducing a single-window, online system for registration

Seafood exporters hooking in US buyers after months of stalled orders

Indian exporters are seeing a surge in activity. Orders are resuming and negotiations are back on track with American buyers. This follows a peri

AMCA fighter jet programme: Tata, L&T, Bharat Forge in fighter jet race; HAL out

Tata Advanced Systems, L&T and Bharat Forge have been shortlisted to build next-gen AMCA fighter jets after technical evaluation. HAL is out, wit

Two constables suspended for negligence

Rs 70 Cr of marriage aid awaits Treasury clearance

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The government on Tuesday acknowledged that payments under the Marriage Assistance Scheme are pending for thousands of approved

Man duped of 1.21 crore in alleged cyber fraud

India likely to restrict duty-free imports of soybean, corn for human consumption under its US trade deal

India plans to limit duty-free imports of soybean and corn for human consumption in its trade deal with the US. The agreement may allow some Amer

TN Will Only Say Get Out To Arrogant BJP: CM

Anna was the conscience of the people of Tamil Nadu, he said, suggesting that they would not support the BJP even if it roped in the AIADMK for s

Action has consequences: Clintons blink in Epstein probe, agrees to testify as contempt vote nears

Jill Biden's ex-husband accused of first-degree murder in the death of current wife, Linda Stevenson

Jill Biden's ex-husband, William Stevenson, 77, has been indicted on first-degree murder charges in the death of his wife, Linda Stevenson, 64. P

From India To Canada's Far North: New Archbishop Serves Indigenous Catholics

As a teenager in southern India, Susai Jesu led 4:30 a.m. prayer services in his small Catholic village before the farmers went into the fields.

Pawan Will Campaign for BJP Candidates in Telangana Municipal Polls

Jana Sena president and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan will campaign in support of BJP candidates for the February 11 municipa

Body With Separated Head, Torso Found In Akividu

Rambabu had been residing with his grandmother Simhachalam. Recently Rambabu constructed a house at Jagananna Colony in Tallakodu village.

US envoy Sergio Gor leveraged proximity to Trump to unlock breakthrough with PM Modi

Sergio Gor, who is among a small group of people considered part of Trump's inner circle, is understood to have conveyed Indian concerns and sent

Municipal Polls: Cong Aspirants Express Angst After Denial of Ticket

In most places the rebels have withdrawn. PCC president Goud has given clear instructions to rebels that they will be suspended, said a party lea

Apparel industry hopes for revival in orders post tariff cut

NIMS Cancer Screening Today

The rally will begin at 9 am and will be followed by an awareness session

12,993 Candidates in Fray for Feb 11 Civic Polls After 6,701 Withdraw

Following scrutiny of the papers, the State Election Commission will finalise symbols for independent candidates.

Fact Check: Viral Images Of Zohran Mamdani With Epstein Are AI-Generated

Multiple AI-generated photos falsely claiming to show New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a child and his mother, filmmaker Mira Nair, with dis

Funds Stuck: Lal Darwaza Temple Expansion in Limbo

Built by locals on 140 square yards, the 120-year-old temple urgently needs expansion to handle the massive crowds during the Bonalu festival, wh

Natco Pharma gets U.S. FDA tentative nod for generic of Janssens cancer drug

Indo-US trade deal restores Indias tariff edge, reshapes China calculus

The Indo-US trade deal gives India a clear tariff edge over China, eases pressure on MSME exports, boosts defence and energy ties, and strengthen

NMDC Q3 net dips 8% to 1,747 cr., revenue rises 16%

Silver futures jump 15.64% to $89.05 as Trump tariff cut sparks rebound, bullish targets rise

Silver futures saw a sudden surge as prices jumped sharply in early trade. Strong buying interest returned after recent losses. Global cues, tari

Osmania University Distance Education: Applications Invited for MBA, MCA Entrance Exams

The last date is February 18 without a late fee. Officials said that the tentative examination date is on February 22.

Train to Pahalgam put on hold for now as J&K govt, MPs flag threat to apple orchards

The governing National Conference said the halted proposals include the Bijbehara-Pahalgam railway link and the Pulwama-Shopian railway project.

Samajwadi Party MPs demonstrate near Parliament against Manikarnika Ghat renovation plan

Samajwadi Party MPs protested the Manikarnika ghat redevelopment in Varanasi. They claim it disrespects Ahilyabai Holkar's historical renovation.

SIVE Declares Short-Term Vocational Course Results; 83.83% Pass

College principals and students can access the results through the officials website sive.telangana.gov.in

France Ditches Zoom, Teams as Europe Seeks Digital Autonomy From US

In France, civil servants will ditch Zoom and Teams for a homegrown video conference system. Soldiers in Austria are using open source office sof

Operation Kiya: Encounter erupts in J&Ks Udhampur

Officials said at least two to three Pakistani terrorists were believed to be trapped within the cordon. The White Knight Corps post stated that

Manipur set to get Y Khemchand Singh as CM, Kuki leader Nemcha Kipgen and a Naga leader as deputy CMs

The BJP has announced its leadership for Manipur. Y Khemchand Singh will be the Chief Minister. Nemcha Kipgen has been named Deputy Chief Ministe

Manipur Assembly must be dissolved: Congress leader files plea in High Court

Manipur Congress president moves HC against the unconstitutional acts of GovernorAjay Kumar Bhalla; says the February 9, 2025, order effectively

450 Drones, 70 Missiles: Russia's Biggest Attack On Ukraine's Power Grid

Russia fired around 450 long-range drones and 70 missiles of various types at Ukraine in a major attack overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr

Grok Creates Sexualised Images Even When Told Subjects Don't Consent: Report

Elon Musk's flagship artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, continues to generate sexualised images of people even when users explicitly warn tha

JNTU Assures PhD Scholars: Old Rules Apply, No Retrospective Changes to Norms

Any guidelines circulated without formal approval of the competent authorities, they were told, should not be treated as valid.

US tariff cut to boost India's medical devices exports

India's medical device exports are set for a major boost. The US has reduced tariffs on Indian goods significantly. This move makes Indian produc

TPCC chief condoles death of former Manthani MLA

Wingtips Of 2 Planes Touch On Runway In Mumbai, Passengers Safe

The wingtips of two passenger aircraft came in contact while taxiing at Mumbai airport today, the aviation regulator DGCA said in a statement.

J&K: Sajad Lone pushes for Article 370 in LGs speech, Speaker rejects

The Speaker further pointed out that granting statehood falls within the domain of the Centre and advised Lone to raise only those issues on whic

Owaisi questions Indias China policy amid Ladakh tension

Interior Designer Loses Rs 18.5 Lakh to Fraud, Bank Freezes Account

When she tried contacting the company, calls and messages went unanswered. On approaching her bank, she was informed the application was fake and

India-US trade deal: Textile, jewellery, engg companies expect order book to swell

Indian exporters expect a 20% rise in overseas shipments over the next five to six years. This growth is driven by a US tariff cut on Indian good

2 British Tourists Get 'Leave India' Notice Over 'Free Palestine' Stickers

A British couple was directed to leave India after they pasted stickers in support of Palestine against Israel at various public locations in Raj

Bird Watchers Spot 70 Species at Zoo Walk

The event was part of the zoos ongoing conservation initiatives.

AI flight with fuel switch issue flew after physical checks found no abnormal parameters, says DGCA

The fuel control switch of the left engine of the Dreamliner aircraft VT-ANX, which operated the flight AI132 that had more than 200 people on bo

US-India trade deal: Rice output to prop up export dreams

India's record rice harvest is set to boost exports to the United States. A US duty cut will make Indian rice more competitive against rivals. Th

SCPCR Lauds Bharosas Child Protection Efforts

38 POCSO convictions in 2025; commission praises victim-centric approach

Goyal: New Trade Deal with US Will Open Huge Opportunities for Poor, Farmers, and Youth

Goyal said the trade deal was in the final stages

PMLA court closes ED probe in MCX-SX case

A Mumbai court has closed the Enforcement Directorate's money-laundering case linked to MCX-SX. This decision benefits Jignesh Shah and former Se

APLAs Estimates Committee Reviews Nellore Budget Allocations

The Estimates committee chairman underlined that the funds must be spent where they are most needed to deliver tangible benefits to the poor. Mem

Looking over your shoulder can lead to a pain in the neck

Pakistans ill-advised move might backfire, but its a nice reminder that they have a half-share in crickets biggest payday.

Girl, 14, Survives Night Alone In Forest After Kidnapping, Attempted Rape

A disturbing incident has been reported from Odisha's Kandhamal district, where a 14-year-old girl allegedly survived a night alone in a forest a

From $50 to $2 million: Kentucky man misses Mega Millions jackpot by one number, wins $2 million instead

A Kentucky resident narrowly missed a $125 million Mega Millions jackpot but still secured a seven-figure prize. The $2 million ticket, bought at

16th Finance Commission points to regressive free power benefits in Tamil Nadu

Power subsidies flow disproportionately to higher consumption households. Over 2.3 crore consumers enjoy free electricity up to 100 units bimonth

HC grants interim relief on GST levy on corporate guarantees

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has provided interim relief to Panacea Biotec. The court has stayed any coercive action regarding Goods and Ser

U.S. Navy shoots down Iranian drone after it approached USS Abraham Lincoln in Arabian Sea

A US fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone in the Arabian Sea. The drone aggressively approached the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. No Am

Word of the Day: Ambivalence

Ambivalence is the state of experiencing conflicting emotions at the same time. It often emerges during decisions, life changes, or complex relat

Three arrested for kidnapping man over online betting dispute

Two booked for poaching wild boar

SC/ST Entrepreneurs Urge Govt to Release Pending Incentives

KVPS expressed hope that timely government action would protect the dignity of SC/ST entrepreneurs and prevent thousands of families from slippin

U.S. tariff reduction expected to accelerate Karnatakas export-led growth, says trade community