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Water Tax Collections Crawl at Snails Pace, Fail To Cross 20 per Cent Mark

The situation is particularly concerning in urban local bodies and agriculturally dominant districts, where collections have been low.

24 Feb 2026 8:09 pm
TRAI Recommends DoT Reclaim Spectrum From Insolvent Telcos For Upcoming Auction

Entire available spectrum in the 600 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, 3300 MHz and 26 GHz frequency bands should be put to auction in the forthcoming auction : Ministry of communications

24 Feb 2026 8:04 pm
Surreal To Receive an Award Along With Allu Arjun

Teja Sajja is upbeat about his career graph, and looks forward to the release of a bunch of sequels

24 Feb 2026 8:03 pm
Nellore, Prakasam Get Major Share in 45-Lakh Swachh Bharat Works

These cover sanitation facilities, drinking water projects, solar energy installations and women-centric welfare works.

24 Feb 2026 8:01 pm
BJD Holds Farmers Rally In Bhubaneswar; BJP Throws Down Debate Challenge

The BJD alleged that the government has failed to respond adequately to issues such as falling farm incomes, inadequate support systems and a deteriorating law-and-order situation in rural areas: Reports

24 Feb 2026 7:57 pm
Cabinet Clears Proposal To Increase Equity Investment Threshold of Powergrid

The CCEA has approved enhanced delegation to Powergrid under the guidelines dated February 4, 2010, of the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) on delegation of powers applicable to Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), Information and broadcasting minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporters after the cabinet meeting

24 Feb 2026 7:55 pm
Kerala High Court To Watch the Kerala Story

There has been widespread criticism for the film which portrays Kerela wrongly

24 Feb 2026 7:50 pm
Three Get Five-Year Jail Term in 2018 Red Sanders Smuggling Case

SP Rayudu urged the public to share information on suspicious activities related to the illegal felling and transportation of red sanders

24 Feb 2026 7:44 pm
Peoples Love Is My Real Reward

Says Radikaa Sarathkumar when shes often asked Why she hasnt got a National Award till date

24 Feb 2026 7:42 pm
Telugu Techies Death Sparks Spotlight on US Visa Stress After Multiple H-1B Rejections

A GoFundMe initiative was launched to support his middle-class parents in covering the costs of repatriating his remains to India

24 Feb 2026 7:39 pm
MPJ Demand Rebuilding of 400-Year-Old Dargah Inside Vemulawada Temple

In its representation to the Superintendent of Police, the MPJ alleged that unconstitutional forces were attempting to create communal divisions

24 Feb 2026 7:32 pm
Dhurandhar Team Shuns Awards Function

in protest against a critical review

24 Feb 2026 7:27 pm
A Rush To Wrap Up Alliances By Month-end

Since Prime Minister Narendra Modi was expected to address a meeting in Madurai on March 1, the BJP and AIADMK leaders are keen on wrapping it all up before that while the DMK wants to speed up the process ahead of Chief Minister M K Stalins birthday, falling on March 1, while the countdown for the elections itself has already started with the Election Commission of India (ECI) set to finalise the poll date

24 Feb 2026 7:25 pm
Cop Bust Fraud Racket, 14 Arrested, Several Absconding

Prime accused Vikas Choudhary held; call centre ran a global investment scam

24 Feb 2026 7:17 pm
VMRDA To Install 65-ft Trishul At Kailasagiri On Ugadi

Spread over 100 acres atop a hill, Kailasagiri offers a panoramic view of the surroundings that every nature lover craves. The well-maintained park is always bustling with visitors enjoying its tranquil atmosphere and scenic beauty

24 Feb 2026 7:13 pm
Andhra Pradesh Leading Nation in Pension Spending: Somireddy

Annual expenditure, he said, has increased from 16,800 crore to 32,500 crore.

24 Feb 2026 7:12 pm
Cyber Fraudsters Swindle 815 Crore During The Year From AP People

On an average, nearly 180 people per day are becoming victims of cyber fraud across Andhra Pradesh

24 Feb 2026 7:09 pm
AI Transitioning Jobs, Not Eliminating Them: Ankit Bose, Head of AI, NASSCOM

Globally, AI development is moving faster than anticipated. Over the past two to three years, advances in foundation models, infrastructure and applications have accelerated sharply

24 Feb 2026 7:06 pm
Modernise Veterinary Hospitals To Support Dairy Farmers: Vemireddy Prashanthi Reddy

The buildings, she said, were in a dilapidated condition and posed a risk of collapse.

24 Feb 2026 7:03 pm
Pakistan Win Toss And Opt To Bat Against England

Pakistan made one change, replacing all-rounder Faheem Ashraf with left-arm seamer Shaheen Shah Afridi.

24 Feb 2026 7:02 pm
In-Charge Mayor Alleges Lapses in Past YSRC Regime, Outlines Transparent 70-Day Tenure

Roop Kumar Yadav thanked officials and public representatives for their cooperation and said he had discharged the responsibility entrusted to him with sincerity

24 Feb 2026 7:02 pm
Modi Should Scrap Indo-US Deal Approved Under Pressure: Rahul Gandhi

'Anti-Farmer' agreement as an arrow in the heart of farmers, says Rahul Gandhi

24 Feb 2026 6:46 pm
GVMC Commissioner Conducts Midnight Inspection of Sanitation, Streetlights

Appreciating their efforts, the commissioner commended the night sanitation staff for maintaining cleanliness during late hours

24 Feb 2026 6:41 pm
Canine Distemper Virus Kills 72 Tigers at Thailand Tourist Park

The privately run Tiger Kingdom Chiang Mai has barred all entry and begun disinfection while laboratory tests are conducted on the tiger carcasses.

24 Feb 2026 6:32 pm
Salaries To Rise 9.1 per Cent in 2026: Aon

The real estate and infrastructure sectors and non- banking financial companies (NBFCs) expected to deliver the highest salary growth in 2026 at 10.2 per cent and 10.1 per cent, respectively.

24 Feb 2026 6:29 pm
Winged Guests from Siberia, Europe Land Along Manair River Banks

Local authorities and environmentalists have called upon public to ensure that the habitat remains undisturbed

24 Feb 2026 6:29 pm
Stock Market Ends in Red; Sensex Settles Over 1000 Points Low

The indices were dragged lower by a sharp sell-off in IT shares as well as rising crude oil prices and weak global cues

24 Feb 2026 6:28 pm
Harish Accuses Congress of Stalling Warangal Super-Specialty Hospital

He criticised the government for focusing only on painting the building instead of appointing doctors and medical staff to make the facility functional for the poor.

24 Feb 2026 6:26 pm
Andhra Pradesh Plans 5 Circular Economy Parks, 107 Waste Hubs Across State

The real-time dashboard, expected to go live within the next few months, will enable industries to monitor the availability of recyclable materials across the state.

24 Feb 2026 6:23 pm
Direct JammuSrinagar Trains To Start March 1 With 20Coach Rake

Northern Railway officials on Tuesday said that a Vande Bharat service will run with halts at seven stations along the SrinagarJammu route

24 Feb 2026 6:22 pm
Vishwambhara Set to Take Audiences on a Grand Socio-Fantasy Adventure?

Directed by Mallidi Vassishta, the Rs 230-crore magnum opus promises breathtaking visuals, celestial battles, and an emotional family drama ahead of a tentative Summer 2026 release.

24 Feb 2026 6:03 pm
When to Watch the Next Lunar Eclipse if You Are in Hyderabad

In 2026, skywatchers are eager to know the exact dates, time, visibility details, and whether a total lunar eclipse will be seen in India and around the world

24 Feb 2026 5:54 pm
Siberian Tigers In China Put On Intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting programme for Siberian tigers in animal park following excessive feeding by tourists during Chinese New Year holidays.

24 Feb 2026 5:52 pm
LinkedIn Lists 5 Skills Stacks You Need To Stand Out in Your Career

AI & Automation, Data & Analytics, IT & Cybersecurity, Business & Growth, and People & Leadership skills will help you stay competitive, according to LinkedIn Skills on the Rise 2026

24 Feb 2026 5:47 pm
Seedhe Mauts SMX Tour Rocks BITS Pilani Hyderabad at Pearl 26

Known for popular tracks like Nanchaku, Hola Amigo, and Luka Chippi, and acclaimed albums such as Lunch Break, Nayaab, and their recent release DL91M, the duo enjoys a massive following among hip-hop enthusiasts and youth across the country.

24 Feb 2026 5:47 pm
India Salary Hikes Projected at 9.1pc in 2026: Aon Survey

Real Estate and NBFCs projected to have the highest salary increases | Attrition stabilises, returning to preCOVID levels

24 Feb 2026 5:46 pm
ICC Releases Fixtures For Womens T20 World Cup 2026

Ireland and Scotland are placed in Group B, along with England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and West Indies. Meanwhile, Group A features Australia, India, Pakistan and South Africa, Bangladesh and the Netherlands

24 Feb 2026 5:43 pm
Mother Kills Two-Month-Old Infant in Dundigal, Held After Neighbours Alert Police

Baby allegedly suffocated, tied and placed in burning stove at Bowrampet; police shift body to hospital, probe underway

24 Feb 2026 5:35 pm
Cabinet Gives Nod To Develop Civil Enclave At Srinagar Airport

The expansion of the civil enclave will mark a major milestone in strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley.

24 Feb 2026 5:19 pm
I Am Proud of My Son: IYC Chief's Mom Urges Youth to Become Bhagat Singh

She further drew comparisons with past protests by the BJP during the UPA government and questioned if the incidents, such as Galgotias University presenting a Chinese robot as their own during the summit, weren't embarrassing

24 Feb 2026 4:56 pm
It Was a Mistake: Bucknor Regrets Wrong Decision Against Sachin Tendulkar After 22 Years

In that match at Gabba in the 2003-04 series, Tendulkar was given out LBW by Bucknor following a loud appeal from Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie and his teammates

24 Feb 2026 4:53 pm
Task Force Busts Tea Powder Adulteration Racket in Sanathnagar; One Arrested

Accused allegedly mixed cocopeat, jaggery and synthetic colours to sell 120 kg of adulterated tea powder to local stalls.

24 Feb 2026 4:44 pm
IYC Members Arrested Over Shirtless Protest Will Face Rioting Charges

Considering the multi-state ramifications of the case, the underlying financial and logistical networks among the accused, and the need for a comprehensive probe, further investigation has been transferred to the Inter-State Cell of the Crime Branch

24 Feb 2026 4:43 pm
Morocco Captain Saiss Announces Retirement From International Football

Saiss's decision comes after repeated injuries, including in the last Africa Cup of Nations, where he only played 18 minutes in the opening match against Comoros before he was substituted due to an issue with his left thigh

24 Feb 2026 4:33 pm
Net Run-Rate Will Definitely Come Into Play : Parthiv Patel

Margin of defeat is significant in last match : Parthiv Patel

24 Feb 2026 4:28 pm
Who is Devuji, Top Telangana Maoist Who Surrendered

Before joining CPI (ML) Peoples War, Devuji was President of RSU Korutla Town and later he became President of RSU, Karimnagar district. He was inspired by revolutionary politics and used to read about revolutionary politics in theory, extensively

24 Feb 2026 4:14 pm
Nitish Loses Cool Inside Bihar Assembly Over Opposition's Jibe

NDA people did nothing worthwhile during the period you were in power : Nitish Kumar

24 Feb 2026 4:11 pm
US State Department Updates Global Visa Wait Times for Applicants

Average wait time refers to how long applicants waited, on average, from the date of fee payment to the date of their interview in the previous reporting period

24 Feb 2026 3:57 pm
Massive Fire Engulfs Bhubaneswar Supermarket

An advanced robotic monitor was deployed in an attempt to tackle the blaze from inside the building.

24 Feb 2026 3:45 pm