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King Charles IIIs brother Andrew arrested by UK police in misconduct probe

LONDON, Feb 19: The UK police on Thursday arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles III, on suspicion of misconduc

Unknown gunmen kill 3 militants in northwest Pakistan

The slain militants were involved in attacks on the Yarik Police Station and the Customs House in the district and the killing of a policeman and

Three injured in accident in Salem

Valliyoor Government Hospital to be inaugurated soon

Karnataka enters Ranji Trophy final, to face Jammu and Kashmir in title clash

Following their success in the 2013-14 season, Karnataka grabbed the Ranji, Irani and Vijay Hazare trophies in the 2014-15 season as well

Farmers oppose demolition of 743-year-old Kalingarayan Canal aqueduct in Erode

37th Poonawalla Breeders Multi-Million to be run on Feb. 22

Power shutdown in many areas of Tiruchi on February 21

Video Shared With Misleading Claim About Muslim Man Sexually Assaulting Niece

The accused has been identified as Vidyasagar Yadav, not Mohammad Akram.

From extra-curricular to economic core: The evolution of entrepreneurship education

Wangchuk Not Given Videos Which Formed Basis Of His Detention: Wife To SC

New Delhi, Feb 19: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuks wife Gitanjali J Angmo alleged in the Supreme Court on Thursday that four videos which formed

The ASHA workersmental health paradox

They are being trained to spot depression and prevent suicides in rural regions, but who cares for theASHAworkers well-being?

Water level in Papanasam Dam stands at 89.15 feet

Khalid Al Ameris Indian film Chatha Pacha hits OTT: Where to watch

Mumbai: Dubai-based influencer and content creator Khalid Al Ameri, who is very popular in India, made his movie debut in the country with the Ma

PM Modi Committed To Return Of Kashmir Pandits With Dignity: LG Sinha

JAMMU, Feb 19: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that the return of the Kashmiri Pandit community to the valley,

Bengaluru woman rescued by police seconds before drowning in Bellandur Lake

The 23-year-old woman called the emergency helpline Namma 112 stating that she intended to end her life due to distress caused by frequent domest

Traditional knowledge docketing system among proposals in draft Kerala Intellectual Property Rights Policy

The IPR policy is being revised after 18 years. While 2008 IPR policy sought to lay a foundational vision for democratising innovation and safegu

Proposed India-US trade deal compromises Indias sovereignty, farmers interests: Sachin Pilot

MUMBAI, Feb 19: Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Thursday strongly criticised the proposed trade agreement with the United States, alleging

Ramzan 2026: A foodies guide to Hyderabads best Iftar boxes

There was a time when iftar in Hyderabad meant spreading out the red dastarkhwan, praying together before breaking the fast and passing around pl

Column | Table tyranny

When dining out becomes a nightmare you paid for

John Wick, Waitara and Final Call impress

Woman booked for misusing bank account in 70.85 lakh cyber fraud case

The Karnataka Cyber Command has intensified its statewide special drive against mule bank accounts and mule herders, uncovering a large network i

Intermediate 2026 hall tickets released in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has released hall tickets for the intermediate final examinations, according to

Altman and Amodeis tense hand-hold: A photo-op that captured AIs defining rivalry

In the past, Altman and Amodei have taken a jibe at each other, after Anthropic aired a Super Bowl campaign in the US that appeared to mock OpenA

Setting up of sewage collection tank at park opposed

Coastal Karnataka industry bodies cite IT growth data to counter Priyank Kharges claims

The statement follows comments by Karnataka IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge on the regions economic potential.

AI summit: Health, education casebooks prove AI is not just promise

To maintain lavish lifestyle, Hyderabad man steals family gold, stages theft

Hyderabad: A 32-year-old man was arrested in Hyderabads Chikkadpally area for staging a theft at his residence to maintain his lavish lifestyle,

Stray dog attacks boy in Thirukattupalli

Puducherry CPI launches election campaign amid standoff in the INDIA bloc

With the Congress-DMK standoff over the leadership of the alliance continuing, the CPIs unilateral decision to launch the campaign assumes signif

Every spice has a story: How Indian flavours are becoming global storytellers

Indian spices are transcending their role as mere ingredients, becoming cultural storytellers on global dining tables. Chefs are now using India'

Vasuki calls for slashing of charges to renew fitness certificate of lorries

Airbus softens output target in engine row with Pratt & Whitney

Airbus is reducing its aircraft production targets. This is due to engine supply problems from Pratt & Whitney. Airbus plans to enforce its contr

Chander Kunj apartment owners resist move by army housing forum to opt out of tripartite agreements for appointing consultant, demolition contractor

Army Welfare Housing Organisation and Chander Kunj Army Towers Apartment Owners Association clash over more issues, including green building and

Bengaluru police rescue by city police seconds before drowning in Bellandur Lake

The 23-year-old woman called the emergency helpline Namma 112 stating that she intended to end her life due to distress caused by frequent domest

T20 World Cup | Sublime Hope and incisive Joseph ease Windies past Italy

Telangana Inter Exams 2026 hall tickets released; students can collect from colleges

The Board would send download link through SMS

Reimagining watchmaking through craft and community

Rotoris is positioning timepieces not just as objects of prestige, but as entry points into a craft-led community

Karnataka RTC staff protest: Bus services 96% normal, says government

Of the 12,458 scheduled departures planned across KSRTC, BMTC, NWKRTC and KKRTC, 11,987 services were operated, achieving an overall operation ra

Work towards building a developed India, Puducherry L-G urges technocrats

Powered by indigenous innovation, scientific excellence and a combination of tradition and technology, India was moving confidently towards self-

Imad Wasims ex-wife makes disturbing claims, shares video and chats

Islamabad: Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim has landed in controversy following his second marriage to influencer Nyla Raja, after his former wife

Animal part in soft drink causes health scare in Tiruchi college

According to reports, the incident took place at the canteen of a government college in Tiruchi when the male students shared a bottle of the sof

Trump Issues Order To Support Production Of Glyphosate

The herbicide, which the WHO says is a probable carcinogen, is essential to the country's food security according to US president Trump

J&K Govt To Begin Regularisation Of Daily Wagers In 2026; Fill 30,000 Vacancies: CM Abdullah

Jammu, Feb 19: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the government will initiate the process of regularising daily-rat

Google CEO Sundar Pichai enjoys Bharat GI coffee at AI summit

Google CEO Sundar Pichai hailed AI as the iggest platform shift of our lifetimes at the India AI Impact Summit, envisioning hyper progress for e

School assembly news headlines for February 20: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt received bail. India's AI Summit saw Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveil new commitments. An earthquake struck Iran, an

SC Refuses to Entertain Plea for SIR of Electoral Rolls in Poll-Bound Assam

The PIL, filed by Mrinal Kumar Choudhary, challenged the EC's decision to conduct a standard Special Revision in Assam instead of the more rigoro

Srisailam gears up for Ugadi

While the festivities will start on March 16, devotees will start arriving to the temple town from the first week of March itself, the EO said

Growing Political Concern Over Harassment of Kashmiri Students and Traders

Para, who represents Pulwama, introduced the resolution against the backdrop of rising reports of targeted attacks on Kashmiri students and trade

Naxal-affected Districts in India Reduce to 7 in Latest Review

A comprehensive review of the National Policy and Action Plan to Address LWE was undertaken recently by the Union government, analysing 38 distri

At India AI Summit, Jeet Adani Says AI Will Redefine Sovereignty

India must architect its own artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure rather than rely on imports, Adani Group executive director Jeet Adani s

Demands for bus stands, memorial buildings raised in T.N. Assembly

The Minister was responding to a question raised by Manithaneya Makkal Katchi leader and Papanasam MLA M.H. Jawahirullah, who demanded the constr

Kerala ruling front and Opposition close ranks against film The Kerala Story 2

The opposing political fronts have unanimously condemned the controversial movie as one that brazenly advances Sangh Parivars Hindu majoritarian

Supreme Court to hear CAA petitions from May 5

Final hearing in Citizenship (Amendment) Act case to begin May 5; over 250 petitions challenge CAA and Rules

Damage to steel crash barrier raises safety concerns among motorists near Mutharasanallur

Hundreds of vehicles use this stretch of the busy Tiruchi-Karur Highway and railways had installed the steel barrier for about 1 km as a safety m

Bangladesh Bars SpiceJet From Using Airspace Over Unpaid Dues

Budget carrier SpiceJet has been barred from using Bangladesh's airspace over pending air navigation charges, forcing the airline to reroute cert

What Is 'Misconduct In Public Office' Charge Against Ex-British Royal Andrew

Ex-royal Prince Andrew has been arrested from the family's estate in Sandringham on suspicion of misconduct in public office, multiple British me

The Hindu Best Places to Work Awards 2026 see strong multi-sector participation as entries near close

The awards recognise excellence in employee engagement, wellbeing and workplace culture, assessed through WorkLs globally recognised Six Steps to

In pictures: Presidential Fleet Review

A collection of images of ships from friendly nations that took part in the International Fleet review off Visakhapatnam

PM Modi, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Hold Bilateral Talks At India AI Summit

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thurs

Dangers Of Physical Inactivity Beyond Weight Gain: 7 Major Health Risks

Here's a breakdown of how physical inactivity contributes to increased risk of heart disease, type-2 diabetes and other serious health conditions

Yiwu in the Year of the Horse: Understanding the Chinese Expression of a Global Community

YIWU, China,Feb. 19, 2026/PRNewswire/ --A news report fromYiwu Media Convergence Center:

MILAN 2026: A Showcase of Diplomatic Ties of a 70+ Years Strong Republic hosting 70+ Navies

AI To Profoundly Transform Global Economy, World Equilibrium in Coming Years: Mistral AI CEO

Mensch highlighted India's extremely large opportunity in artificial intelligence, driven by its vast talent pool, cultural diversity, ambition,

Aon Brings Together Three Mumbai Offices into a New Corporate Location to Drive Innovation and Client Value

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Who is he and why UK police arrested the great-nephew of last Viceroy of British India

A former British prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrested by Thames Valley Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The i

Watch: Tamil Nadus women paradox: Educated, but not employed? | Focus Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has one of the highest rates of womens education in India. The state leads in healthcare, financial inclusion, and even has all-women

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Tariffs paid by midsized US firms tripled last year, new analysis from JPMorganChase Institute shows

New research from JPMorganChase Institute reveals that tariffs paid by midsized U.S. businesses tripled last year, forcing companies to absorb co

Pune records over 14,500 property registrations in January 2026

In January 2026, Pune registered 14,537 properties and collected Rs 609 crore in stamp duty during the month. While registrations declined 17 per

'Didn't Know What I Was Supposed To Do': Altman on Awkward Moment With Anthropic's Amodei

As cameras flashed, the Prime Minister and others held their hands up, while Altman and Amodei appeared briefly unsure whether to shake hands, cl

GHMC launches MyCURE app, all services under one roof

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC)has launched the My CURE app, a one-stop destination for all citizen services across

AI-Generated Clip Showing Prez Macron Blaming India for Rafale Deal Losses Viral

AI-detection tool Deepfake-O-Meter revealed that the video was AI-generated.

Drugs Case: Man Gets 20 Years Rigorous Jail Term; Asked to Pay Rs.1 Cr fine

The court, however, acquitted two other co-accused, Shahid Sayed from Mumbai and Bobba Venkat Reddy from Hyderabad, citing lack of evidence on th

Germany seeks extra F-35 jets amid European programme snags

Germany may buy more American F-35 fighter jets. This comes as a joint fighter jet project with France faces significant challenges. The potentia

Opinion: Opinion | India's Hit-And-Run Crisis: Cases Grow By 67%, 90% Pending In Courts

The share of hit-and-run cases in total road fatalities has expanded from roughly 13-14% to nearly 18%, indicating that fleeing the scene has bec

'Appeasing policy': Why Supreme Court flagged 'freebies culture' and cautioned states

The Supreme Court expressed serious concerns over the growing culture of freebies in states, warning it could hamper economic development and str

Why are gold and silver prices rising now and will precious metals hit new highs or fall back? Gold and silver rise, analysts insights and market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now

Why are gold and silver prices rising now and will precious metals hit new highs or fall back? Gold and silver prices increased as US Iran tensio

Naxal-hit districts down to seven: Govt review

The Union government has reduced the number of districts affected by Left Wing Extremism to seven. This development aligns with the goal to end t

Indecision Is the Real Failure: Ciceros Rule for Taking Action

More is lost by indecision than wrong decision. Indecision is the thief of opportunity. Marcus Tullius Cicero Most people fear making the wrong

Congress takes dig at PM Modi's 'MANAV' vision for AI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the MANAV vision for AI, emphasizing a human-centric approach focused on morality, accountability, national

ET Exclusive : AI Impact Summit Panel Discussion on Democratising AI Resources

Provide basic amenities to evicted people: Gauhati High Court tells Assam govt.

A total of 566 families have been living in a makeshift camp since their eviction in June 2025 from Hasila Beel in western Assams Goalpara distri

Strike on Iran imminent? US ready for military action, says report

The buildup has persisted despite indirect discussions between Washington and Tehran in Geneva on Tuesday. Irans Foreign Minister stated there wa

Interference In Religious Affairs: Omar Abdullah's Party On Ramzan Charity Order

A political row has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after the administration in Kishtwar district ordered regulating charity collections during the

Ex-Prince Andrew arrested over misconduct amid Epstein Files row: What we know about the allegations

Ex-Prince Andrew arrested: Former British royal Prince Andrew, born Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in p

Altman and Modeis tense hand-hold: A photo-op that captured AIs defining rivalry

In the past, Altman and Amodei have taken a jibe at each other, after Anthropic aired a Super Bowl campaign in the US that appeared to mock OpenA

Rs 7,00,00,00,00,00,000 and counting: How taxmen filtered 60,00,00,00,00,00,000 bytes biryani bill data to detect mother of all GST scams

A major GST evasion scam has been uncovered in India's restaurant sector. AI analysis of billing data revealed suppressed sales worth thousands o

Sensex tumbles 1,236 points on selling in RIL, HDFC Bank amid escalating geopolitical tensions

The 50-share NSE Nifty slumped 365 points, or 1.41%, to close at 25,454.35

UK Education Hub Opens In Delhi To Boost India-UK Academic Collaboration

India-UK Academic Collaboration: The Hub provides a single, structured platform to enable engagement, partnership, and alignment with India's Nat