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Four-day techno-cultural fest begins at SRM University-A.P.

Govt. IVF services changing fertility landscape in Telangana; State-run hospitals log 190 infertility cases

Fertiliser industry may soon see an end to inspector raj

The Indian government is planning significant reforms for the fertiliser sector. These changes aim to simplify approval processes, reduce penalti

Telangana police launch Operation Crackdown to dismantle cybercrime networks

Racial slur at BAFTA: BBC orders fast-track probe

At the BAFTA Awards on Sunday night, a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted out while two actors from Sinners, Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo

United Muslim Forum flags rising communal tension in Telangana

Hyderabad:The United Muslim Forum (UMF) on Wednesday, February 25, raised alarm over the pattern of communal attacks targeting the minority commu

Chepauk and its colourful legacy of delivering classics

The Indian team would hope to have another memorable outing at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium when it squares off against Zimbabwe in the T20 World

Q3 growth seen above 7%: Festive demand lifts economy, but revisions loom

India's economy is poised for robust growth, with expectations of a 7.4% expansion in the December quarter. Festive season demand and Goods and S

ReNew COO Balram Mehta exits after 14-year stint

Balram Mehta, Chief Operating Officer at ReNew, has departed after more than 14 years. Mehta was an early employee and led the company's wind bus

305 kg of banned gutka seized; two arrested in Avadi

The police also searched a godown in Ayanambakkam and recovered 215.85 kg of gutka stored for sale

GVMC wins $1 million Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge award

Injury toVeena George amid KSU protest: CPI(M), DYFI stage stir in Ernakulam

21.013 kg of ganja seized, three arrested

Preparations underway to conduct Assembly polls in Puducherry, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

CEC says Puducherry now has a clean electoral roll with no eligible voter being left out and no ineligible elector finding place in the roll afte

T20 World Cup 2026 | New Zealand sends Sri Lanka packing

The host never really recovered from the morale-crushing fall of its in-form batter and eventually crashed out of the T20 World Cup with a 61-run

Congress links Modis Israeloutreachto Epstein Files claims

Rahul Gandhi questions PMs trip amid Indo-U.S. trade deal row while Congress leader Pawan Khera cites Epstein Files emails, alleging foundation o

Food Safety officers launch State-wide milk safety inspections after deaths

Samples of milk and other dairy products are being collected from vendors to check if there is any urea or starch adulteration, says State IPM Di

SCR launches Rail Parcel App in seven locations

Real-estate promoter shot dead in Howrah, journalist assaulted after questioning Trinamool MLA over links to the crime

Videos of the accused in the murder riding pillion on local Trinamool CongressMLA Gautam Chowdhurys motorbike surfaced on social media

Officials to monitor census data collection real time

Around 32 lakh field functionaries will be deployed for census operations; satellite imagery will be used for clear identification of habitations

Yes Bank reports unauthorised transactions worth 2.55 crore involving its Multi-Currency Prepaid Forex Card

A.P. taking steps to increase farmers income: CM

Indian expat wins USD 1 million in Dubai Duty Free draw after 17-year participation

Dubai: A 47-year-old Indian expat working at a typing centre in Dubai has won USD 1 million (Rs 9,08,95,850) in the Dubai Duty Free (DDF) Millenn

SUCC urges Governor to act against V-C over teacher recruitment issue

Mamata Alleges 1.20 Cr Names Face Deletion In WB SIR

SIR is underway. Many lost their voting rights. I'm sad. First, around 58 lakh names were deleted. Later 80 lakhs, instead of 50 lakhs, were mark

Trio Held For Bhoodan land Fraud In Khammam

The accused were identified as Thalluri Krishna, Mankidi Lingaraju and Mudiga Ramulu, all residents of Khammam.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, S26+ and Galaxy S26 launched: Features and price

The South Korean electronics major has scaled heavily on Galaxy AI and is now moving towards the Agentic AI era with the Galaxy S26 series where

Delaying Tabling of CAG Reports in Assembly a Dangerous Trend: CAG Officials

During his address on State of the Finances of Telangana, Senior Deputy Accountant General (Audit Management Group II) Dr Sanjay Rao Kamineni obs

Promises on paper, pressure on roads: Chennais parking crisis continues

NIA arrests two more accused in Delhi car bomb blast case

The federal agency says the two are over ground workers of the Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH) terror outfit and allegedly supplied weapons to the pr

Legislators Show Sporting Spirit at AP Sports Fest in Vijayawada

Despite demanding schedules, legislators turned out in large numbers and competed with energy, drawing cheers from spectators and creating a vibr

Amit Shah on three-day visit to Bihars Seemanchal

In three-day visit, the Home Minister will participate in various initiatives, including the inauguration of border outposts, and the e-inaugurat

SRMIST, The Hindu to organise panel discussion series on future careers

The series is aimed at benefiting undergraduate aspirants, postgraduate candidates, and working professionals in various fields such as humanitie

Marriage Portal Exposes Sensitive Personal info

The issue has taken a more serious turn as interfaith marriage applications are being circulated online by groups and right-wing associations.

Tamil Nadu plans to set up six shelters for abandoned and injured animals

The shelters will function under the Department of Animal Husbandry Medical care and emergency treatment will be overseen by veterinarians depute

629 cow smuggling cases registered in Gujarat in two years

Minister of State for Law and Justice Kaushik Vekariya said 50 people were externed and 39 properties linked to the accused, collectively valued

HC Seeks Telangana Reply on Dharmasagar FTL Constructions

A division bench comprising Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin issued the direction while hearing a PIL filed by N. Shr

East Godavari Arranges Antidote Injections for Milk Adulteration Victims

The Collector advised residents to visit the nearest medical camp if they experience any health problems and said they could also call the helpli

Natural for MLAs to Aspire, but No Cabinet Berths for First-Timers: Siddaramaiah

The Chief Ministers comment came after reporters asked Siddaramaiah about representations made by several first-time MLAs to the party high comma

Final Chance for 94 Absent Doctors

Officials confirmed that if they fail to reply within the stipulated time, the termination orders will stand.

British took Rs 35,000 in 1917, claim descendants; Now MP family wants it back with interest, plans legal notice

A family in Sehore is preparing to send a legal notice to the British government, alleging that a loan of Rs 35,000 taken in 1917 remains unpaid.

Hoax Terror Mails Spark Security Checks at RGIA

Threats to Chennai airport and flights spark security sweep

Hearing of cases affected as judicial officers busy with SIR in West Bengal

Former Rajya Sabha MP Jawhar Sircar, who had served as Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal, said that involving judicial officers in SIR appea

Budgeting and the social contract in urban India

What is the government doing to live up to the urban social contract?

Samsung workers plan to intensify stir for reinstatement of removed employees

A large number of employees of the trade union, which is affiliated to the Centre of Indian Trade Unions, decided to undertake a protest march to

Falcon COO Held in 4,215 Crore Cheating Case

Of these, 4,065 victims were cheated to the tune of 792 crore by Capital Protection Force Pvt. Ltd., working under the Falcon app.

It's a real thing: PM Netanyahu hails 'Modi hug' as symbol of 'wondrous' India-Israel friendship

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warmly welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Knesset. He described the relationship as a

In Mumbai Civic Body's Rs 81,000-Crore Budget, Big Infra, Education Push

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has presented a massive Rs 80,952.56 crore budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, marking an 8.77 per c

Senior IPS Officer Seeks Anticipatory Bail from AP High Court

The High Court is expected to take up the matter for hearing shortly.

AP Officials Start Collecting Milk Samples in State to Check for Contamination

At dairy farms, they are checking whether bio-security is being followed and hygienic conditions are being maintained

Quote of the day by Lionel Richie: Greatness comes from fear. Fear can either shut us down and we go home, or we fight through it.

Lionel Richie is a world-renowned singer, songwriter, and music icon. Richie first gained fame as a member of the Commodores, an R&B and funk ban

No change in SIM-binding directions to platforms: Scindia

The November 2025 order, due for compliance this month, will not be extended, says Communications Minister. He says national security and fraud w

Mercury retrograde begins February 26: What to expect and how to avoid common pitfalls

Prepare for Mercury's first retrograde of 2026, starting February 26 in Pisces. This period emphasizes emotional introspection and relationship r

SCR rolls out Rail Parcel App to ease parcel transport

Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) on Wednesday, February 25, launched the Rail Parcel Application at Rail Nilayam in Secunderabad, to he

T.N. revises qualifying marks for Persons with Disabilities in TET

The order further stated that these minimum qualifying marks must be followed for TET already conducted in the State

SSC Revised Schedule Draws Flak from Schools, Unions

The plan requires schools to group students as likely to pass, average and not likely to pass.

Day after surrender, senior Maoist leaders reunite with families

Hyderabad: A day after their surrender before Telangana Police, Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and other senior Maoist leaders had an emotional r

Supreme Court Clears Class X Admit Card As West Bengal SIR ID

Apex court says Madhyamik admit card valid with pass certificate

PM Modi calls Israel innovation powerhouse, pushes trade & infra boost at Knesset

Shirtless protest: Three more Congress workers held in Shimla; total arrests rise to 11

Saurabh, Siddharth and Arbaz were apprehended by the Special Cell of Delhi Police from a hotel in Rohru subdivision of Shimla district in Himacha

Bill meant to replace UGC, AICTE circulated among 39 Ministries, departments for discussions, says government

31-member JPC, which was set up to examine Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, will hold its first meeting today Bill

Notification for Rajya Sabha election issued; March 5 last day for filing nomination

The election notification for seven Rajya Sabha seats from Maharashtra has been released. Polling is scheduled for March 16. The deadline for nom

ACB Raid Exposes Failure to Act on Spurious Seed Storage

Officials said eight cases under seed and fertiliser laws were not registered.

Maoist leader Sukru kills commander who intended to surrender: Police

Bhubaneswar: A wanted Maoist leader allegedly killed his commander, Anwesh, who was carrying a reward of Rs 22 lakh on his head, for intending to

No Fresh Anuria Cases Linked to Adulterated Milk Reported in East Godavari

The district administration said the situation is under control and further action would be taken based on laboratory confirmation and findings o

Diesel Misuse Scam Hits GHMC Wing

According to GHMC sources, workers had earlier filed a complaint against supervisors in Prajavani in August 2025, after which a supervisor lodged

Urdu ad in Karnataka: BJP says anti-Kannada, Congress hits back

Bengaluru: The ruling Congress and the opposition BJP on Wednesday engaged in a war of words over an Urdu advertisement published in an Urdu dail

In State of the Union speech, Trump highlights economy, Iran threat and repeats India-Pakistan claim

U.S. President Donald Trump, in his February 25 State of the Union address, reiterated his claim that he ended the IndiaPakistan conflict, defend

Mercury Retrograde starts on February 26: Three Zodiac signs set to feel the most intense shake-ups

Handled with patience, Mercury retrograde may become less about disruption and more about recalibration, setting the stage for clearer momentum o

Inter Students Move HC for Hall Ticket

The panel also directed the authorities to make appropriate arrangements for the students to appear for practical examinations, if any.

Centre rejects RTI seeking details of pre-legislative consultations on VB-G RAM G Act

In its response, the Rural Development Ministry said the information could not be shared because the scheme has not yet been formally notified by

Sreenivas Reddy Gets 2-Year Extension as Telangana Media Academy Chairman

Known for consistently raising issues concerning journalists welfare and rights, Reddy also serves as president of the Indian Journalists Union (

Minister Launches Swachh Dharmapuri, Swachh Godavari Drive Ahead of 2027 Pushkarams

Laxman Kumar also assured that steps would be taken to address the dumping yard issue and expedite pending drainage works

No Link Between Heritage and VSR Aviation, Claims Lokesh

Lokesh Rejects HeritageVSR Aviation Link, Terms YSRC Charges Politically Motivated

How Pakistan Can Qualify For T20 World Cup Semis After New Zealand Beat SL

Pakistan's chances of qualifying for the T20 World Cup semi-finals are getting lesser by the day. More so after New Zealand's huge win over Sri L

Bangladeshs new government re-equips President with press wing

The President's press wing was abolished by immediate past regime of Interim chief Muhammad Yunus

Five OTT platforms blocked in India for streaming obscene content

New Delhi: The government on Tuesday blocked five OTT platforms for streaming obscene content, officials said. They said the Ministry of Informat

Video Of Weak White Tiger At Patna Zoo Sparks Concern, PETA India Intervenes

Video recorded by visitors showed the white tiger standing motionless for long periods, leading to speculation about malnutrition or illness.

PM Modi conferred with Israels Speaker of the Knesset Medal

The medal was conferred in recognition of the Prime Ministers exceptional contribution through his personal leadership to strengthen strategic

Loose connection prevented NVS-02 satellite from landing in intended orbit, says panel

The committee, which probed the failure, says the signal meant to activate a key valve in the engines oxidiser line never reached it; this valve

New Zealand crush Sri Lanka by 61 runs in T20 World Cup Super Eights tie

Colombo: Rachin Ravindra claimed 4/27 as New Zealand crushed Sri Lanka by 61 runs in their Group 2 Super Eights clash of the T20 World Cup here o

Palaniswami hits back at Stalin, calls the DMK a slave of the Congress

We have never been slaves of anyone. We believe in our constructive work. By implementing [welfare] projects, we had secured the support [of the

Cyberabad Commissionerate Get 2 Police Canines, Tally is Now 18

Of them, 12 are trained in explosives detection, two for narcotics while four are for tracking. The two canines that reported from the CID are Ra

ED provisionally attaches properties worth 32 lakh in UAE loan fraud case

Ahead of Assembly election, DMK womens grassroots push blends politics with AR outreach

Vellum Tamil Pengal campaign deploys booth-level women cadres armed with booklets, QR codes and augmented reality to deepen voter connect while

Nepals leader says post-uprising polls on track

Nepal holds elections on March 5, less than six months after youth-led anti-corruption protests toppled the previous government

Lokesh Asks Students not to Forget Mother Tongue Telugu Despite English Education

Lokeshs interaction did not remain limited to academics

Hyderabad: Restaurant Owner Gets 1-day Jail

Petbasheerabad police said the accused was running his outlet, Lucky Restaurant, until late in the night despite being issued several notices dir

Manipur BJP MLAs family refuses burial till demands are met

Kin seek separate district for Zomi tribe and an NIA probe into Valtes death

7-yr-old Dies After Touching Electric Fence in Chevella

Police said the childrens uncle had installed an electric fence around his maize crop to protect it from wild boars.