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England Comeback Win Against NZ Gives Pakistan Last Chance To Reach T20 World Cup Semis

New Zealand looked set to join England in the semifinals when it reduced England to 117-6 in the 17th over in pursuit of 160. But big hits by Wil

Richard Carringtons first portrait discovered: A historic find for solar astronomy

A long-lost portrait of Richard Carrington, the 19th-century British astronomer behind the largest recorded solar storm, has been discovered. Car

'Ask my husband!': Republicans reveal what Hillary Clinton said at explosive Epstein House hearing

The Traitors Season 5 renewal, release date, host, cast and how to watch update

The Traitors Season 5 renewal, release date, host, cast and how to watch update confirms the series will return. Peacock renewed the show for sea

NDA Is A Circus That Will Dismantle Its Tent After Polls: CM

Addressing a training programme for poll booth agents in the western region that covered 14 party districts and 39 Assembly seats on Friday, Stal

Warner Bros signs $110 billion deal with Paramount, its executive discloses in townhall

Netflix had the legal right to match the PSKY offer. As you all know, they ultimately decided not to do that. That then resulted in a signed agre

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urges Pakistan-Afghanistan dialogue

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, speaking at Srinagar's Jama Masjid, asserted that West Asian stability hinges on justice for Palestinians, warning that US m

Trinamool names four for Rajya Sabha polls

The Trinamool Congress has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. State minister Babul Supriyo, former Bengal DGP Rajee

Shiv Sena (UBT) Refuses To Leave RS Seat For Sharad Pawar

Elections will be held on March 16 for seven Rajya Sabha seats in Maharashtra, which are falling vacant in April. Given the Mahayutis numerical s

Signal-Free KBR Park Soon: Steel Bridge Work Begins at Mugdha Junction

Sajjanar clarified that the works would be carried out intensively at night hours to avoid traffic disruptions during the daytime

Tamil Nadu launches its first Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills for stargazing

Odisha Woman Raped Twice In 1 Day, Dies After Being Thrown Off Building: Cops

A 23-year-old woman was raped twice in a day in separate places by her boyfriend and a stranger offering help and then thrown off a four-storey b

Afghanistan, Pakistan may head towards full-blown war

Afghanistan and Pakistan are engaged in military clashes along their border. Both nations report inflicting significant damage on each other's po

MCC would be strictly implemented in Tamil Nadu against poll inducements, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Out of 5.67 crore electors, only 216 appeals have been filed till day, points out CEC; SIR in TN was a model for the country, great success, he s

4 Held for Operating Mule Bank Accounts

During interrogation, they confessed to the crime.

IMFA Completes Rs 707-crore Acquisition Of Tata Steels Ferro Chrome Plant

The transaction, valued at Rs 707.26 crore, comprises a base consideration of Rs 610 crore along with GST and net working capital adjustments.

Bangladesh Army rejigs top brass amid power shift

Bangladesh Army sees significant top-level reshuffles. New officers are appointed to key positions, including Quartermaster General. This follows

Railways run shuttle services to ease woes of suburban train commuters

An official says 26 shuttle services have been launched along with hiring 20 buses of the MTC to compensate the reduced services; ten EMU service

India Carries Out Successful Flight Trials Of Short-Range Air Defence Missile System

The defence ministry on Friday said three flight-trials of a very short-range air defence missile system were conducted successfully from Chandip

Experts Oppose Telangana Education Policy Changes

Education experts have raised concerns over the policy presented by the Telangana Education Commission, saying proposals such as merging Class 10

Congress alleges BJP-AAP nexus in clean chit to Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi excise case

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera alleged the BJP's involvement in Arvind Kejriwal's acquittal in the Delhi excise case, calling it a predictable

Carpenter Falls to Death in Kondapur

Security staff noticed him around 9.10 pm and rushed him to hospital.

India will have to notify EU in case of new export duty: India-EU FTA text

India-EU FTA: Among other things, the text allows rejected EU applicant to seek written explanation of reasons for why import license application

Delhi excise policy case: Flagging 'destroyed SIMs', BJP calls discharge 'technical'

The Bharatiya Janata Party has described Arvind Kejriwal's discharge in the Delhi excise policy case as a technical matter. It will issue a struc

Telangana Heritage Dept Flags Waqf Claims on Monuments

A senior official said the monuments have remained under the department since the Nizam government and no agreements exist with the Waqf Board

Word of the day: Diaphanous meaning and how to use diaphanous like a pro

Word of the day: Diaphanous means light, delicate, and almost transparent. It often describes sheer fabric, soft light, or thin mist. The word co

The great satvic scam: Purity, power and the politics of vegetarian virtue

Modern satvikism within Hinduism risks fracturing the tradition by elevating purity and order as absolutes. While it prizes cleanliness, it can e

DKS orders maintenanceof ornamental plants

Congress will suffer: CPMs MA Baby on grand old party's decision to contest Bengal polls alone

Agencies can't launch probe solely on poll funding allegations: CBI court

A special CBI court ruled that issues related to election funding fall within the Election Commission's domain. State police, the CBI, or the ED

Nizamabad student dies in London fire that also killed his AP roommate

Hyderabad: An international student from Telanganas Nizamabad town living in London, United Kingdom, passed away on Friday, February 27, after ba

Tens of thousands without power in Russia's Belgorod after Ukrainian attack

Belgorod, which lies about 40 km (25 miles) from the border with Ukraine, has been a frequent target of Ukrainian drone and missile strikes in th

Jain archaeological traces in 37 districts of Tamil Nadu need protection

Scary movie 6 trailer buzz ignites fan frenzy ahead of June release

After a 13-year hiatus, the iconic parody franchise returns with Scary Movie 6, bringing back fan-favorite stars Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Ann

CM Chandrababu to Launch HPV Vaccination Drive in Vizianagaram Today; Distribute NTR Bharosa Pensions at Ravivalasa

During the visit, Naidu will interact with beneficiaries who have come forward to receive the vaccine.

Delhi excise policy case: Kejriwal, Kavitha claim moral victory after court discharge

Arvind Kejriwal and Kavitha Kalvakuntla have been discharged in the Delhi excise policy case. Kejriwal hailed it as a moral victory and challenge

India to share info on cybercrime investigation, call centre scams with U.K.

India flags breach of security of Indian dignitaries and diplomatic missions in U.K

'Limited influence': BJP downplays OPS move, accuses Stalin of political opportunism

O Panneerselvam has joined the DMK, a significant shift in Tamil Nadu politics. This follows the DMDK's alliance with the DMK. The BJP, which sou

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, February 28, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Mist/ Hazy conditions very likely to prevail during morning/night hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be aro

T20 WC: Abhishek Sharma bounces back with 50 against Zimbabwe, sets stage to test limits

Abhishek Sharma found relief and regained form with a crucial 55 against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup after a lean patch. His innings showcased

Quote of the day by Barbra Streisand: 'Doubt can motivate you, so don't be afraid of it. Confidence and doubt are...' - lessons on personal growth by the Grammy-winning singer of Evergreen and Oscar-winning actress of Funny Girl

Quote of the day by Barbra Streisand: Barbra Streisand's wisdom on doubt and confidence offers a fresh perspective. She believes doubt is not an

Ex-Muslim YouTuber Saleem Wastik Brutally Stabbed In Ghaziabad Home

Popular YouTuber Saleem Wastik, known for his public identification as an ex-Muslim and appearances on television panels, is in critical conditio

What changes in Indias new GDP series with 2022-23 as base year?

India's Statistics Ministry has released a new GDP series. The base year is now 2022-23, replacing the older 2011-12. This update uses new data s

Tamil Nadu: Parties seek single-phase election; ECI to decide soon

Political parties have proposed holding the Tamil Nadu assembly elections in a single phase. The Election Commission will soon announce its decis

E. Coli Found in Drinking Water, 158 Diarrhoea Cases Reported in Srikakulam

Strict action was warned against negligent officials.

DMK Youth Wing Member Arrested For Alleged Sexual Assault, Murder Of Toddler

A functionary of the youth wing of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has been arrested for the alleged sexual assault and murder of a tw

Hyderabad Youth Stabbed 14 Times For Marrying Against Familys Wishes

The victim, Satala Ajay Kumar, a resident of Neredmet in Hyderabad, had been in a relationship with Lavanya of Ramalingampally for the past one y

CBI court discharges Kejriwal, all accused in excise case; slams 'speculative' probe

A special CBI court cleared former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, and K Kavitha in the Delhi excise

GDP revision trims FY26 size to 345 lakh crore; $4 trillion mark may slip

India's journey to a $4 trillion economy faces a slight delay. Revised GDP estimates for 2025-26 show a lower nominal GDP. This pushes back the t

Did the Pentagon force Scouting America to end DEI efforts? Here's what you need to know

The Pentagon will continue its support for Scouting America. This decision follows the organization's commitment to end all diversity, equity, an

Fino Payments Bank MD, CEO arrested under GST Act

Investigation is relating to business partner(s) of the Bank and not relating to the GST compliance of the Bank, the bank said in a filing with s

Kavitha's Discharge Not Proof of Innocence in Liquor Scam, Says Ramchander Rao

The state BJP chief said that the Congress was the first to lodge a complaint on the Delhi excise policy in 2022, and the CBI and subsequently th

Mid-Day Meal Scheme Much Food for Thought in New Education Policy

Further, the TEC said the government should set up a centralised online payments system to ensure that workers involved in preparing the meals ar

India's veg diplomacy: Why PM's all-vegetarian banquets challenge global dining norms

India is redefining official banquets by serving only vegetarian cuisine, challenging global dining norms. Critics label it an imposition, but th

Ex-Bengal Top Cop, Actor Koel Mallick Among Trinamool Rajya Sabha Picks

The other two candidates are Babul Supriyo and senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy.

Food safety officials inspect milk supply chain in SPSR Nellore district

After the milk adulteration incident in East Godavari district, officials intensify quality checks at dairies across the district and send sample

Der Klassiker 2026: Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund preview as Kane chases Lewandowski record

German football's big match, Der Klassiker, faces a challenge as Bayern Munich's lead over Borussia Dortmund grows. Bayern is currently eight poi

The Debate Behind Hyderabads High-End Car Crashes

In the Porsche case, however, the MVIs report clearly ruled out mechanical failure, and the accused admitted guilt

'EPS behaving like an autocrat': OPS joins DMK, backs Stalin's leadership

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam has joined the DMK. He expressed happiness joining the 'mother party' founded by Perarignar Anna

Nepal votes on March 5; focus on jobs, economy

Nepal's national elections are just days away as millions of eligible voters prepare to cast their ballots. The campaign centers on jobs and the

6,057 Acres Identified For Proposed Industrial Park in Adilabad

According to official sources, the total extent includes 2,822.38 acres of arable land and 3,234.79 acres of non-arable land

End of an Era: Chilkur Balaji Priest Dr Soundararajan, Who Championed Equality Before God, No More

He was widely known in Telanganas public life for his dual role in academia and temple administration, and for his insistence on religious equali

DC Edit | OPS In DMK: New TN Twist

It was the DMK that was dilly-dallying on admitting the former chief minister, who polled 3,42,882 votes in the 2024 Lok Sabha election in Ramana

Telangana High Court Upholds Life Sentence of Man Who Killed Father with Hammer

The Forensic Science Laboratory report further revealed the presence of human blood on the accuseds clothes as well as on the recovered weapon.

O. Panneerselvam: A man undone by his own decisions

When he joined the DMK in the presence of Chief Minister M.K.Stalin, Mr. Panneerselvam was accompanied by only one legislator, P. Ayyappan. After

Hyderabad CCS Re-registers Betting Apps Case

Police said 27-year-old Sowmya Kulkarni lodged a complaint stating that she was introduced to Manisha Jawale who invited her to join her business

Assam Cabinet hikes tea workers wages by 30 ahead of polls; BJP to launch Jan Ashirwad Yatra Feb 28

Assam's tea garden workers will see a 30 daily wage increase. This decision comes ahead of state assembly elections. Wages will now be 280 in Bra

Planetary Parade: 6 Planets To Shine Together On Feb 28, Here's How To Watch

This amazing spectacle is created by a special alignment of the planets' orbits.

Formula Ones radical new era: leaner and cleaner, sure; but meaner?

Motor-racings most prestigious championship takes a brave step into the unknown in 2026. Sweeping changes to both the engine and chassis mean the

Belgium hockeys golden boys still want everything the sport has to offer

Arthur Van Doren and Alexander Hendrickx have a trophy cabinet filled with the games top honours, but arent satisfied. In their 30s, they remain

Cohere Health opens GCC, plans to hire more

1045 Km Roads To Come Under CRMP Phase II

The lease period will be five years, and the road length also includes the earlier main road network of the erstwhile GHMC that was handled over

Zohran Mamdani Meets Trump, Seeks $21 Billion For Affordable Housing Push

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani met President Donald Trump on Thursday to urge him to release $21 billion in federal grants to build 12,000 afforda

On Camera, Thar Drags Burning Motorcycle For 7 km In Noida Highway Escape

A driver in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida has been detained after allegedly attempting to flee a petrol station without payment, leading to a dra

Andhra Pradesh to open coastline for rare earth mining, eyes China import cut and titanium hub

Andhra Pradesh is set to open its coastline for beach sand mining. This move aims to extract rare earths and titanium minerals. The state seeks t

Belgian firm Itineris global tech, innovation hub opened in Hyderabad

Woman Mutilates Lover's Private Parts After Learning He Hid His Marriage

A 22-year-old quack doctor's private part was mutilated by a woman in north Delhi's Wazirabad area after she came to know about his marriage, pol

ISL | We are on the right track despite poor start: CFC coach Miranda

West Bengal SIR final voter roll out on February 28, 2 pm; printing underway

Printing of West Bengals Special Intensive Revision (SIR) final electoral roll began Friday, with the list to be published on February 28 and acc

Minister Orders Probe As 3 Ashram School Students Fall Ill

The three were undergoing treatment in the government hospital in Parvathipuram on Friday: Reports

Pakistani Born Hyderabad Resident Landed in Trouble When He Produced Indian Passport

The bench questioned why he had concealed the passport and had not shown it to the police who had allegedly been visiting his residence regarding

Word of the day: Ossify

Ossify meaning: The word 'ossify' warns against hardening and becoming resistant to change, a concept relevant in today's innovative world. It de

Madurai airport expansion: HC dismisses petitions filed by residents of Chinna Udaippu

Lokesh Apologises to Hindus Worldwide Over Adulteration of Tirupati Laddu

Minister vows action in adulteration probe, pitches AP Film City

CMRF Aid Enables Liver Transplant on Nine-Year-Old Boy in Nellore

Varshits parents thanked Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for the financial assistance extended under the CMRF, stating that it enabled the li

Customer Alleges Damaged Car Sold As New

Police clarified that no formal complaint has been registered so far, though the customer has demanded a replacement vehicle and discussions are

4,000 Kg of Single-use Plastic Seized in Vijayawada Citywide Drive

The highest violations had been in the 37th Division of Vijayawada City, where traders continued using carry bags with a thickness of less than 1

OF CABBAGES AND KINGS | About Some Close Encounters With The Royals But Not With Epstein! | Farrukh Dhondy

The royals that I encountered were Prince Charles when, years ago, I wrote the screenplay for a film called Mangal Pande, or The Rising. It was i

Gear Up For Phase-II Desilting of Reservoirs, Uttam Tells Officials

Uttam Kumar Reddy said it needed tackling under the national framework for desiltation and sediment management

Quote of the day by E. Joseph Cossman: 'The best way to remember your wifes birthday is to forget it once.'

E. Joseph Cossman, a renowned marketing guru, humorously highlighted how painful experiences, like forgetting a spouse's birthday, offer potent l