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Feast for Eyes as Leaders Gather With Families

Welcoming each family personally, Lokesh engaged in informal conversations, spending quality time with children and exchanging pleasantries with

Humour And Chaos Mark Drunk-Driving Checks In City

Drunk-driving checks throw up bizarre, meme-worthy moments

LG, CM extend greetings on Mahashivratri, Herath

Jammu, Feb 14:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have extended their heartiest greetings to the people on the auspi

Rs 40 Cr heroin seized in suspected drone drop near R S Pura

Jammu Tawi, Feb 14:As part of breakthrough against cross-border drug trafficking, Jammu Police in joint operation with 165 Battalion BSF recovere

Omar calls for Tech-Driven, organic farming

Srinagar, Feb 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday emphasized that technology-driven and organic farming solutions are essential to stren

Advocate Killed By Brothers-In-Law Over Dowry Abuse

Advocate murdered in Attapur; brothers-in-law detained

Qutub Shahi Shaikpet Mosque Restored to Its Former Glory

Today, what was once a series of crumbling arches stands proud as a testament to collective willpower, said Mir Khan, chief architect Deccan Terr

Krishna Shastri Devulapalli | A Thousand Splendid Sons (And Fathers)

One: because, had my grandfather been around, he would have laughed very hard at the brain-dead reimagination of his song. Two, and, more importa

Manipur Violence: Fresh firing reported in Ukhrul district, police appeal for calm

Fresh firing was reported in Manipur's Ukhrul district by Tangkhul Naga village volunteers, prompting police appeals for restraint. Security forc

PM Modi opens North East's first highway airstrip in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a highway emergency landing facility in Moran, Assam. Indian Air Force combat aircraft, including Rafale

Cantonment Website Down, Civic Services Hit

Secunderabad Cantonment civic portal down for a week

Nellore In-Charge Mayor Lambasts Ex-Minister Anil Kumar Yadav

Roop Kumar dared the former minister to come to Nellore and engage in direct politics, instead of resorting to dramas from behind the curtain.

KAS officer and village assistant arrested by Lokayukta Police in Shivamogga

BNP's return opens window for reset in India-Bangladesh ties

The BNP resumes office for the first time since 2006, now under the next generation of the Ziaur Rahman family. For Tareque Rahman, London-based

Cabinet clears 18,662-cr corridor in poll-bound Assam

Assam is on the brink of a transportation revolution as a groundbreaking infrastructure endeavor gains the green light. The Cabinet Committee on

Laid off three times, now with his entire team, employee shares hard lessonsgets advice on handling it next time

A designer's third layoff, which eliminated their entire two-person team, revealed poor handling and a lack of dignity. Despite a manager's prior

High Functioning at Work, Numb at Home: Hyderabadis Grapple with Functional Freeze

Small interventions can interrupt the freeze

Tipu Sultan's portrait removed from Malegaon civic office after row

A portrait of Tipu Sultan was removed from the Malegaon Municipal Corporation. Deputy Mayor Shaan E-Hind Nihal Ahmed had placed it in her chamber

Word of the day: Philocalist

Philocalist is a word used for someone who loves beauty in a deep way. It is not only about looks but also about kindness, nature, art, and good

Paediatric Oncology Workshop For Doctors

Paediatric oncology workshop marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Day

AI Summit to focus on human-centric and inclusive AI

Under India's AI leadership framework, seven thematic working groups - termed Chakras - are being structured around three guiding Sutras: People,

Book Review | Strong Characterisation Redeems English Winter

It does, however, along the way, get you invested in a few of its characters, an art that appears largely forgotten in many of todays novels

Kalyani Chalukya Inscriptions Found In Rangareddy

ASI begins copying 11th-century Kalyani Chalukya inscriptions in Rangareddy

From NCR advantage to global ambition: Haryana unveils manufacturing mega push

Haryana is set to become a global manufacturing hub. A new policy offers capital subsidies and employment incentives. This initiative aims to att

Puducherry sees 7.8% drop, Lakshadweep posts slight dip in voter count

Final electoral rolls for Puducherry and Lakshadweep are out. Puducherry saw a drop in voters after removing ineligible names. Lakshadweep also p

Agniveer Recruitment For Telangana Youth Begins

Indian Army opens Agniveer 2027 registration; age limit raised to 22

'Europe must survive': Marco Rubio turns up the heat in fiery Munich Security Conference speech

Investment fraud tops cybercrime cases in 2025 in Karnataka

Young debutants make mark in J&K Assembly

Devyani Rana, 30, is the daughter of late Devender Rana, a senior political figure who was once a close aide of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah befo

Indie Puppy Adoption Mela Draws Families, Animal Lovers

GHMC officials said the initiative aims to promote responsible pet ownership and reduce the number of stray dogs on city streets.

Woman killed in road accident at Nizampet X roads

India's power must protect democracy beyond borders: Author Marianne Williamson at ET Now GBS 2026

India's economic strength positions it to lead globally. Author Marianne Williamson urges India to embrace its democratic potential for worldwide

Srisailam Bracing for Massive Turnout of 1.5 Lakh Pilgrims on Maha Shivaratri Day

Nandyal district collector Rajakumari Gania said the heavy rush is expected to continue till the night of February 16. Continuous monitoring will

Trump Open To Talks With Ayatollah Khamenei, Says US Amid Tensions With Iran

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump's preference was for a deal with Iran and also left the door open to Trump meeting Iran's supreme le

Farhan Likely To Play Don Himself

Reports of the actor-director stepping away from Don 3 are unfounded, sources say

Southern Petrochemicals clock Q3 consolidated PAT at 54.07 crore

The city-based agri-nutrient and fertiliser company had earned a net profit of 38.50 crore during the corresponding quarter of the last financial

Govt 'deceiving' cotton farmers, textile sector in US deal: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticised the BJP government, saying it is shortchanging Indian cotton farmers and textile exporters in the pro

Elderly Woman In Kerala Honoured For Stopping Reckless Riders And Showing Courage

Following the incident, officials suspended the scooter driver's driving license for violating traffic rules and endangering public safety.

Tussle Over Lahore 1947 Title

While Sunny Deol reportedly wants the films title changed amid current amid political sensitivities, Aamir Khan stands firm on retaining it

Im Chasing Characters Who Stay With Me

Mona Singh discusses the experience of playing very diverse roles

UP's Panchayat polls on hold over new OBC panel

As per Supreme Court directives, a dedicated OBC commission must be constituted before local body elections. The existing panel's tenure ended in

Fast-track India-EU trade deal as polish firms ready to invest billions

During a recent diplomatic gathering, Poland's Ambassador to India, Piotr Antoni Switalski, championed the swift ratification of the India-EU Fre

We thwarted BJPs attempt to halt Magalir Urimai Thogai, says Stalin

He criticises the BJP-led Centre for not introducing any new schemes or projects for Tamil Nadu and came down heavily on AIADMK general secretary

Madhya Pradesh's Tiger Crisis Deepens As Poachers Jailed, Death Count Soars

In a dramatic week that has shaken India's tiger capital, three key operatives of an international tiger poaching and smuggling syndicate have be

Santh Sri Sevalal Maharaj Jayanti Celebrated with State Honours

Naidu also noted that Sevalal advocated womens equality centuries ago and dedicated his life to the welfare of forest dwellers and nomadic tribes

Over 100 students take part in discussions on child marriages, sexual abuse

IGP reviews Mahasivaratri security arrangements at Yanamalakuduru

Indian Navy rescues critically ill Japanese sailor 200 km off Visakhapatnam coast

Kin of man who died at TVK meeting in Salem stage protest demanding solatium

TVK functionaries promise protesters that they would take up the issue with party high command

Kerala SIR: Hearings phase concludes

Final roll will be published on February 21 as per the schedule published by the Election Commission of India

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MK Stalin's Rs 5,000 to women sparks pre-poll face-off in Tamil Nadu

Under the scheme, eligible women receive Rs 1,000 per month. Stalin said with elections approaching, there could be hurdles in disbursing funds i

EAM Jaishankar clears India's position on Russian oil: 'Our choices remain guided by strategic autonomy'

IND vs PAK, ICC T20 WC26 Weather Update: Heavy Clouds, Light Drizzle In Colombo Ahead Of High-Voltage Clash; Watch VIDEO

Colombo, February 14: The latest weather conditions in Colombo is worrying for the cricketing fans around the world as heavy clouds are seen in C

US Ocean Regulator Criticized for Altering Right Whale Protection Rule

Critics warn relaxing vessel speed limits may threaten the declining North Atlantic right whale population.

We are in an era of re-globalisation, not deglobalisation: Lazar Comanescu, secretary general, BSEC, at ET Now GBS

Global trade is undergoing a re-globalisation, not deglobalisation. Supply chain security and predictability are vital. Free trade agreements and

Amid bed crunch, govt. scraps referral requirement at four Bengaluru hospitals under AB-Ark

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 Written Update, February 14: Mihir Plans To Celebrate Valentine's Day With Tulsi

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 Written Update, February 14: Today's episode of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 begins with Tulsi advising Vrin

Xiaomi to strengthen its mid-segment growth, stay accessible in 2026, amid price hikes

The brand entered the year 2026 with a clear intent to stay accessible to a large number of consumers in the country despite shifting market dyna

Belgium stays perfect as India suffers third loss on the trot

SIO Submits Pre-Budget Push For 20% Education Spend, Central University, And Urdu-Medium Revival

Mumbai: As the state government's financial budget 2026-2027, the student islamic organisation of India (SIO) submitted recommendations to push f

Bhopal News: National Green Tribunal Directs Companies To Fund Scientific Waste Disposal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Companies producing disposable items such as tin, glass, plastic packaging, and electronic goods like TVs and refrigerat

ISRO could relaunch PSLV by June or July: Jitendra Singh

Gaganyaan, ISROs first crewed space mission, was slated for 2027 and would proceed as scheduled, he says

I had seconds to react: Survivor recounts horror of STRR crash that killed seven

A team from the National Highways Authority of India, which is in charge of the Satellite Town Ring Road, inspected the accident spot on Saturday

Experts criticise Andhra Pradeshs health budget allocation for 2026-27

Supreme Court to hear Sabarimala review pleas on February 16

In November 2019, a majority judgment by a five-judge Constitution Bench led by the then Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi had referred the Sab

Three MEMU trains in Kerala to add coaches from Feb. 23: Union Minister Suresh Gopi

The number of coaches on the trainsPalakkadErnakulamPalakkad, KollamErnakulamKollam, and KollamKottayamKollamhas been increased from eight to twe

Norways Former PM Thorbjrn Jagland Charged With Aggravated Corruption Over Alleged Epstein Ties

Epsiten files release has claimed its first European victim, former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjrn Jagland, was taken into custody at his home

MP News: Police Stop Congress Workers From Meeting CM In Burhanpur

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh): Tensions flared briefly during Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadavs visit to Burhanpur on Saturday as police in

South Africa edge closer to Super 8 with 7-wicket win over New Zealand

Ahmedabad: South Africa rode on skipper Aiden Markram and Marco Jansens batting and bowling exploits to beat New Zealand by seven wickets and all

10 Osmania University students booked following protest

Police put up postersseeking information on JeM commander in Kishtwar amid reports of escape attempt

Unnecessary movement has been barred within fivekilometresfrom the International Border in Kathua district owing to sensitive situation and possi

Donald Trump Says Iran Regime Change Best Thing As US Prepares For Possible Sustained Military Action

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said a change in power in Iran would be the best thing that could happen, as the Pentagon sent a second air

Union Cabinet clears Rs 3,175 crore plan to widen NH-167 in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Union Cabinet has approved the widening of National Highway 167 from Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar to a 4-lane standard at an estimat

ICC T20 World Cup 2026: South Africa Register 3rd Consecutive Victory, Beat New Zealand By 7 Wickets In Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, February 14: South Africa registered a crucial victory against New Zealand in their ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D clash at Narendra M

Bollywood Actor Akshay Kumar To Lead BMC's Clean Clean Mumbai League To Improve Mumbai's Ranking In Swacch Bharat Mission

Mumbai: Bollywood actor and Padma Shri Akshay Kumar on Saturday inaugurated Andheris first-ever flower show, modelled on the lines of BMCs annual

BJP claims crossing magic figure required to take reins of Karimnagar Municipal Corporation

Newly-elected corporators have joined the party in presence of Bandi Sanjay, party sources said

AIMIM celebrates 68th Darussalam Day in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Celebrations began in Hyderabads Darussalamas Asaduddin Owaisi-led All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) observes its founda

Assams tea gardens make room for bamboo to fuel bioethanol plant

The 4,930-crore bioethanol plant, promoted by PSU Numaligarh Refinery Limited with support of Finnish firms, comes as a relief to farmers

Cancer Cases Surge in J&K, Over 32,000 Patients Reported in Three Years

Cancer is emerging as a growing health challenge in Jammu and Kashmir, with 32,425 cases reported over the past three years, according to data sh

Panther CFT crash fire tenders debut at Thiruvananthapuram airport

India raises its commitment to climate action to 5.6% of GDP: FM Sitharaman

Participating in a panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference, the FM said India has increased its commitment to climate action. Six year

DRDO Chairman highlights efforts to boost Indias defence research capacity

Maharashtra Congress chief draws flak over remarks on Tipu Sultan, Chhatrapati Shivaji

Slamming Harshawardhan Sapkal, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the remarks, comparing Tipu Sultan with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, were de

BRS urges SEC to follow law in vogue for notifying ex-officio members

Happy Mahashivratri 2026 Wishes: Best 50+ messages, images and quotes to share with friends and family

Happy Mahashivratri 2026 Wishes, Images, Messages, Quotes, Greetings, WhatsApp Status: Maha Shivratri, a sacred festival honoring Lord Shiva, sym

Centre allows ACB to prosecute IAS officer Arvind Kumar in Formula E case

Hyderabad: The central government has reportedly granted sanction to the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to prosecute IAS officer Arvind Kumar in co

SC to hear plea accusing new data protection law of weaponising right to privacy and disarming RTI

The petition submits that Section 44(3) of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act of 2023 has amended the RTI Act to facilitate public a

New SWM Rules 2026: highlight is a four-bin system

Here is what a cross-section of people from the city have to say about the revised Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules 2026 that comes into effect

Bhumjaithai Party wins landslide victory in Thailand stunning its rivals

BP leader Anutin Charvirakul is best placed to form the new Govt By Tirthankar Mitra Dramatic turnaround of a political party is not unheard of