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Govt. to extend 15 lakh aid to Madanapalle rape-murder victims family, says Minister

Woman trampled to death by wild elephant in Thalavadi Hills

Man sentenced to 40 years imprisonment for sexual assault of minor girl in Erode

Original Vande Mataram tune is a fusion of raga and qawwali: Sulekha ink makers

A collectors set to mark 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram features a limited edition box of special and vintage items, including an i

Activist complains over illegal operation of stone quarry; seeks police protection

Over 34,000 persons have benefited under 30 Nalam Kaakkum Stalin camps organised in Tenkasi district

Act now to avert summer water crisis, says Minister

Erode Collector holds meeting on poll preparedness

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Stalemate over DMK-Congress seat-sharing talks

Earlier, the DMK had asked the Congress leadership to be ready for talks on February 26 or 27. However, as of now, there is no confirmation of a

Land acquisition gains pace for inner link road project in Tiruchi

Decision fatigue: Why Zuckerberg wears the same shirt

Why Mark Zuckerberg wears the same grey T-shirt daily and how reducing trivial decisions protects mental bandwidth for leadership and startups.

Top news of the day: Veteran Communist leader R. Nallakannu dies; PM Modi lands in Israel, meets Netanyahu in Tel Aviv, and more

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CM Pinarayi condemns KSU attack on Veena George; CPI(M), LDF, SFI call for Statewide protests

Regional advocate associations hold rally in Tiruchi to demand new Lalgudi court complex

D.K. Shivakumar bats for replacement of old guard by fresh faces in Karnataka Cabinet

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 117.20 feet

Shobhaa De to headline second Mizoram Literature Festival

The two-day celebration of literature and ideas will bring together writers, poets, and artists from across India

Watch: PM Narendra Modi begins Israel visit, receives ceremonial welcome from Benjamin Netanyahu

Scindia Rules Out Fresh AGR Relief, Nixes Extension for OTT SIM-Binding

The minister also said that a show-cause notice has been issued for violation of rules and the unacceptable conduct.

Marvels Wolverine game finally gets release date for PS5

Hyderabad: Insomniac Games has confirmed that Marvels Wolverine will release on September 15, 2026, only for PlayStation 5. This announcement com

Terror funding case: Supreme Court questions NIA for referring to separatist Shabir Shah's speeches of 1990s

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) told a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta that there were materials, including inflammatory

ED attaches Anil Ambanis 3,716-crore house Abode

With the latest order, the total value of the attachment in this case stands at 15,700 crore; Anil Ambani first deposed before the ED in August 2

In Pictures: Remembering CPI leader R. Nallakannu (1925-2026)

A compilation of images from the life of R. Nallakannu, the 101-year-old veteran Communist Party of India (CPI) leader from Tamil Nadu who passed

India Wont Change Their Brand of Cricket: Kotak

The 53-year-old coach also insisted that India would not change the brand of cricket they have been playing, especially in T20s, over the last co

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Shirtless Protest: Court Extends Police Custody Of 5 Youth Cong Workers

Judicial Magistrate Ravi extended the custodial interrogation of the accused persons by 4 days.

One Piece Season 2 gets limited theatrical release: When and where to watch in the US

One Piece Season 2 resumes following the events at Loguetown, as Monkey D. Luffy, played by Iaki Godoy, and the Straw Hat Pirates embark on their

India Face Tricky Zimbabwe in Must-Win Game

Then came the sudden jolt in their first Super Eight game, as South Africa ended Indias 12-match World Cup winning streak.

South Zone police register 64 FIRs against hate and threat messages in social media

14 persons arrested, 57 objectionable posts blocked in three-day special drive, says Inspector General of Police

Kannada actor Rajkumar abduction case: Madras High Court confirms acquittal of Veerappans suspected aides

Justices P. Velmurugan and M. Jothiraman dismiss a State appeal preferred in 2019 against the 2018 acquittal order passed by the trial court

A.P. Minister highlights strategic push to titanium, rare-earth sectors

Ravindra calls for establishing a complete value-addition chain for rare-earth elements, from refining and processing to manufacturing finished p

Water Tax Collections in AP Crawl at Snails Pace, Fail to Cross 20 per Cent Mark

Revenue figures till January paint a grim picture with collections failing to cross even the 20 per cent mark

Trump plans to take his State of Union message on road - eventually

President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address. His focus now is on ensuring his message of economic success and a secure Americ

PM Modi receives red-carpet welcome on arrival in Israel

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel on Wednesday to a red-carpet welcome with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu and

Trincas: Where Park Street Learned to Swing

As Trincas turns 99, Anand Puri looks back at a century of jazz, jackets, and the indelible soundtrack of Park Street.

In Focus podcast | Can Mumbai lead Indias clean energy transition while battling climate risks?

Helen Clarkson speaks to us about the global clean energy transition, and Mumbais climate vulnerabilities.

Meghalaya has highest HIV caseload in India, says Health Minister

Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla told the Assembly that 10,293 people living with HIV in the State were receiving antiretroviral therapy

Is Hindu girl marrying Muslim boy destroying the national fabric: SC

The Supreme Court of India, on Wednesday, February 25, dismissed a petition seeking a ban on Hindi movie Yadav Ji Ki Love Story, which features a

Trump uses longest-ever State of Union to convince voters that US is winning

Washington: President Donald Trump declared during Tuesdays marathon State of the Union that were winning so much, saying hed sparked a jobs and

Why the number of fake universities in India rose by 60% in three years

After Instagram account deletion, lookout notice against YouTuber Anvesh

Hyderabad: The Punjagutta police, on Wednesday, February 25, issued a lookout notice against social media influencer and YouTuber Anvesh days aft

'America can't handle my wins': Trump boasts in State of Union Address despite losing in key states

Imran Khan's Party Moves Pak's Top Court, Seeks Shift Him to Private Hospital

The development comes a day after Khan was taken to a government hospital at Islamabad for treating his eye ailment even as his party demanded r

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (February 25, 2026)

From how CanAssist Breast test is using AI to determine treatment for early-stage breast cancer to Zeroharm raising Rs 65 crore, YourStory brings

Katherine Short cause of death sparks questions here's what we know

Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor and comedian Martin Short, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Hollywood Hills. Autho

Farmers associations seek waiver of loans

Nothing Phone 4a to have a pink variant apart from white

To mark the launch of the pink colourway, Nothing launched activities across stores including Bengaluru

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid To Face Benfica Without Injured Mbappe

Mbappe was not included in the squad for the game at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium because of a left knee injury he has been nursing for some tim

Eurasian diving duck in Kaziranga triggers climate change concern

The 7th waterbird count across the wetlands in the one-horned rhino domain yielded 105,540 birds belonging to 107 species; an ornithologist says

Assam Congress Counters BJP Narrative Against Gaurav Gogoi

Assam chief minister mocks Gaurav Gogois appointment and says he should be appointed to head the Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group instead

Quote of the day by Frank Sinatra: 'The big lesson in life, baby, is never be scared of...' advice on fearlessness and courage by Grammy-winning singer and Oscar-winning actor of 'From Here to Eternity'

Quote of the Day by Frank Sinatra:: Frank Sinatra, a legendary American singer, left behind a powerful message about facing life without fear. Hi

Free Gita Programme Offered to Over 1.2 Million, Testing Sustainability of Open-Access Model

The Foundation had announced the free-access move in early January, describing it as a New Year initiative that opened the Gita Mission without c

AIIMS- and Harvard-trained gut expert ranks best high-fibre foods: 3 score 10/10, 4 earn 9/10, heres the perfect fibre chart for you

Fibre Guide: Dietary fibre is essential for healthy digestion, balanced blood sugar and heart health. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gut health specialist,

A blue tie and plenty of buzz: Barron Trumps State of the Union appearance explained

Barron Trump's choice of a blue tie at the State of the Union address sparked viewer reactions, with many expecting red for solidarity. Additiona

ZeroHarm Sciences raises Rs 65 cr from Kotak Life Sciences Fund, Alkemi Growth Capital

HYDERABAD, Feb 25: ZeroHarm Sciences, a nano-formulated, plant-based nutraceutical brand, on Wednesday announced it has raised Rs 65 crore from K

Negligible chance of rate hike in near term: RBI MPC Member

MUMBAI, Feb 25: Chances of benchmark interest rate going up are negligible notwithstanding building up of inflationary pressure on account of geo

Pakistan PM told me millions would have died without my intervention: Trump

New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump has said that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told him that 35 million people would have di

MotoGP is Set To Return To India

Over the years, a strong culture around motorcycling and professional track racing has steadily grown across India

Delhi HC seeks police stand on Alka Lambas plea in police assault case

NEW DELHI, Feb 25: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the city police on a plea by Congress leader Alka Lamba challenging an F

Boy dies after falling from moving bus at Alangudi

Iran calls US allegations on nuclear missiles, protests big lies

Tehran: Irans Foreign Ministry on Wednesday, February 25, dismissed recent allegations by the United States (US) regarding its nuclear programme,

Big Nvidia (NVDA) Q4 earnings today: heres what investors will watch from the Jensen Huang-led chip giant - NVDA stock forecast

Nvidia (NVDA) Q4 earnings today: Nvidia reports Q4 earnings today, February 25 and $65.7 billion is on the line. Wall Street expects EPS of $1.5

Why Justice Pankaj Bhatias Censure Signals a Deeper Judicial Crisis

Judicial correction must be devoid of personal denigration.

The Ayyappa awaits: Sabarimala supreme's sanctum nears Supreme Court's final verdict

In 2006, the Indian Young Lawyers Association approached the Supreme Court of India, arguing that barring women violated constitutional guarantee

Thalassery interest free gold loan scam main accused arrested

Samudaya to stage Bhagavantana Marana in Bengaluru on Feb 26

The production is a Kannada stage adaptation of a Malayalam story by K.R. Meera.

New I-T Forms Provide For Tenant-Landlord Relationship Disclosure

Under the new Form 124, the assessee will also have to indicate the relationship with the landlord for claiming tax deduction.

How this startup is showing that voice-first AI can scale in clinical care for root cause analysis

With 50,000+ consultations completed and deployments across private hospitals and public pilots, O-Health showcases the potential of voice-first

Nallakannu - a guiding light of simplicity, commitment and principled politics

R Nallakannu, who died in Chennai on Wednesday at the of 101, represented a generation of leaders shaped by the freedom struggle and guided by id

PM Modi receives red carpet welcome from Netanyahu as he begins 2-day visit to Israel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Israel for a significant state visit. He received a warm welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin

ACB Registers DA Case Against Inspector Vijay Choudhary

JAMMU, Feb 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against a Police Inspector following al

8 most expensive bridal looks of Bollywood actresses and their prices

Hyderabad: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, two famous South Indian actors, have confirmed their wedding plans. They will celebrate their

Al Shifa Pharm D students win DST grant for self-heating tech idea

Where nothing is real: Inside Hyderabads new museum

Hyderabad is a city that beautifully blends history and modern entertainment. From the majestic Charminar to hi-tech gaming zones and immersive e

Watch: People of Tamil Nadu have decided they will only vote for Palaniswami: Sellar Raju

Around 80 IIM Nagpur students boycott mid-term exams after classmates barred for overnight farewell party

Students at IIM Nagpur boycotted exams protesting disciplinary action. First-year students were barred from mid-term examinations after attending

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Trumps Delilah Law explained: How Indian truck drivers could face a new bump

Trumps Delilahs Law after a 2024 crash involving an Indian driver, has pushed the prospects of earning a living to the brink again

Designers urged to embrace sustainable fashion

InvIT Sector Pays Out 5,565 Crore in Q3, Cumulative Distribution is 83,770 Crore

Since inception, InvITs have cumulatively distributed Rs. 83,770 crores to unitholders, reinforcing their role as a key instrument for monetizing

Karnataka Mobile Shop Owner Stabbed After Dispute Over Rs 100 Screen Guard

A man allegedly stabbed a mobile shop owner following an argument over a screen guard replacement in Karnataka's Chitradurga district on Wednesda

Shashi Tharoor Launches Shalini Passis Book 'The Art of Being Fabulous'

Tharoor described the book as a manifesto for self-trust, observing that it redefines resilience as a sustained expression carried with composure

Revanth Reddy, Adobe CEO discuss Telangana Rising 2047 vision

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, February 25, emphasised that constructive plans needed to be envisaged to invit

'Bihar meat ban': Dy CM Vijay Sinha orders strict action against meat shops near temples & schools

New states, products for loyal customers, and external funding: Viva Money reveals plans for 2026

Viva Money is set for a significant 2026, launching a new IT platform to boost loan issuance and expand its product line. The digital lender will

PM Modi received by Netanyahu in Tel Aviv, gets red carpet welcome

India never allows any breach in citizens security: Yogi Adityanath addresses diaspora in Tokyo; seeks investment

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath arrived in Tokyo to attract investment and boost industrial cooperation. He emphasized India's commi

End of Bengalurus perfect weather era? Residents shocked as never like this February heat leaves them sweating

Residents of Bengaluru are experiencing a sudden and noticeable rise in temperatures, shifting from cool mornings to rather warm afternoons. This

Naidu Lays Foundation for Veligonda Feeder Canal Lining Works

Following the foundation ceremony, the Chief Minister attended a public meeting at Markapuram Praja Vedika. This marks his first visit to Markapu

Will AI replace Indias IT sector? Viral Citrini's research study flags TCS, Infosys, Wipro at risk

A new report forecasts a 2028 global intelligence crisis. Rapid AI automation could lead to widespread job losses and economic disruption. Indian