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Vote BJP In Vemulawada For Central Funds: Bandi

He criticised both the ruling Congress and the Opposition BRS, questioning their credibility in seeking votes: Reports

4 Feb 2026 8:26 pm
How I Keep Healthy: Movement Is Medicine

For Dr Ravi Teja Rudra Raju, health is a daily commitment. His routine blends science, discipline, and outdoor endurance to support lifelong mobility

4 Feb 2026 8:24 pm
When Medicine Gets Personal

Modern disease is complex and individual. Biopharma offers a biological approach to more precise, effective treatment

4 Feb 2026 8:13 pm
Bus From Kerala To Hampi Overturns, Seven Injured

In the mishap, the teacher suffered serious injury to the leg, while the tour organiser and a few students sustained fracture injuries. Some others suffered minor injuries: Reports

4 Feb 2026 8:07 pm
Harish: Revanth Cant Seek Votes After Failing To Keep Poll Promises

As part of the municipal election campaign, Harish Rao toured Gaddapotharam and Gummadidala municipalities in the Patancheru Assembly constituency on Wednesday: Reports

4 Feb 2026 7:59 pm
Did Rashmika Confirm Her Wedding Date?

On work front, Rashmika Mandanna has to begin work for her female centric movie Mysaa from this month. She plays an angry woman in the action adventure.

4 Feb 2026 7:57 pm
War of Words: Rahul Calls Bittu Traitor, Minister Retorts Desh Ke Dushman

BJP reacts to Rahul Gandhi's claims about Ravneet Singh Bittu, highlighting party tensions and reviving anti-Sikh sentiment before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

4 Feb 2026 7:48 pm
Caste Count in Second Phase of Census 2027: Centre

Questions on caste to be finalised before population enumeration begins, says govt

4 Feb 2026 7:48 pm
Tiger Kills Cow at Sharajipeta

Officials advised residents to return from agricultural fields before sunset and to move in groups if outdoor movement was unavoidable. The incident has led to fear among villagers, with several residents expressing reluctance to visit their fields.

4 Feb 2026 7:47 pm
Hours Before Swearing-In, Kuki-Zo MLAs Warned Against Joining Manipur Government

Presidents Rule had been imposed on February 13, 2025 following the resignation of N Biren Singhs government. The state assembly, which has its tenure till 2027, was under suspended animation which was revoked on Wednesday with the formation of the new government.

4 Feb 2026 7:42 pm
Civil Services Examination-2026: New Restrictions Explained

UPSC clarifies restrictions for candidates already appointed or selected to civil services

4 Feb 2026 7:38 pm
Revanth Reddy Lists Welfare Achievements at Gudur Public Meeting

CM highlights welfare measures, targets BRS at public meeting in Gudur

4 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
MP Arvind: Congress Encourages Cheaters To Win Municipal Elections

Arvind said the BJP state president would decide the partys mayoral candidate and assured that if the BJP comes to power, property tax arrears would be collected from all defaulters without exception, including prominent hotels.

4 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
Edappadi K Palaniswami Comes Up With Phase II of Manifesto

EPS targets youth, elderly and workers with welfare promises ahead of elections

4 Feb 2026 7:21 pm
After Nuclear Pact Expiry, Kremlin Promises Responsible Conduct

In talks with Xi Jinping, Russia stressed a measured response, aiming for stability and diplomacy in a tense situation.

4 Feb 2026 6:37 pm
Yumnam Khemchand Singh Takes Oath as Manipur CM

Yumnam Khemchand Singh has taken oath at the Lok Bhavan in the presence of several BJP legislators, senior party functionaries, and top leaders of the NDA in the state.

4 Feb 2026 6:27 pm
Searches Carried Out In Srinagar Ahead Of HM Amit Shah's Visit To Kashmir

Security forces went on surprise cordon and search operation in the Ab Guzar area of Srinagar

4 Feb 2026 6:27 pm
SC Urges Centre to Review Sonam Wangchuks Detention, Cites Health Concerns

Court inquiry into Sonam Wangchuk's detention raises issues of national security versus individual health rights amid serious allegations of violence in Leh.

4 Feb 2026 6:15 pm
TG ECET2026 Notification to Be Released on February 5

Online applications for lateral entry admissions into engineering and pharmacy courses in Telangana to begin from February 9.

4 Feb 2026 6:01 pm
Actress Eesha Lodges Complaint Over Obscene Social Media Comments

Screenshots and Instagram account details submitted as evidence; police register case and begin investigation.

4 Feb 2026 5:43 pm
Red, Layer by Layer: An Immersive Art House Opens in Fort Kochi

Set in the cultural heart of Kochi, Asian Paints Royales immersive art house explores red as emotion, material and memory.

4 Feb 2026 5:35 pm
Trade Deal With US Will Hurt Indian Farmers : Congress president Kharge

Govt wants to destroy Indian Agri sector; the new US-India deal will be pumping cash into rural America : Mallikarjun Kharge

4 Feb 2026 5:33 pm
UPSC Issues Civil Services Examination 2026 Notification; 933 Vacancies Announced

UPSC clarified that the final number of vacancies may change based on inputs from Cadre Controlling Authorities.

4 Feb 2026 5:27 pm
Amazon, IIT Roorkee Partner to Develop Packaging from Agricultural Waste

Research collaboration develops strong, durable paper mailers from agricultural waste to reduce reliance on virgin wood pulp and address stubble-burning challenges

4 Feb 2026 5:17 pm
Health Insurance Today: Balancing Rising Costs and Real Coverage

There is no way to predict when a person may have to undergo expensive medical tests or get hospitalised for an emergency

4 Feb 2026 5:12 pm
Fixed Charges for New Electricity Connections from Thursday

TGERC issues new guidelines, replaces distance-based pole and line charges with slab-wise fixed fees

4 Feb 2026 5:12 pm
What It Takes to Digitise Institutions Without Disrupting Daily Operations

Successful digitisation in education focuses on gradual implementation, starting with key areas like attendance and fee management to minimize disruption.

4 Feb 2026 5:07 pm
U19 World Cup: Shinozada, Niazai Tons Power Afghanistan To 310/4 Against India

Faisal top-scored with 110 off 93 balls, while Niazai sparkled with an unbeaten 101-run knock off 86 deliveries as the Indian bowlers struggled to pick wickets at regular intervals

4 Feb 2026 5:03 pm
Top Hollywood Releases to Watch in Theaters This Year

2026 is going to be an exciting year at cinema, with a wide range of movies that are being exclusively offered to devour on the big screens

4 Feb 2026 5:01 pm
Italy Rules Out Operational Role for ICE at Olympics

This decision comes amid public outrage and protests against ICE's involvement in Italy.

4 Feb 2026 4:57 pm
Snooker Icon John Virgo Dies At Age 79

Virgo's death was announced by the World Snooker Tour on Wednesday

4 Feb 2026 4:48 pm
High Taxes On Cigarette May Fuel Illicit Trade, Hurt Tax Collection: Report

Increased tax will also lead to significant socio-economic impacts, says Artha Arbitrage Consulting report

4 Feb 2026 4:41 pm
GTA 6 Finally Locked for November 19 This Year

Once again Rockstar Games has decided to delay the release, this time aiming for the date of November 19th 2026, nearly 6 month later than the intended initial release

4 Feb 2026 4:40 pm
SIR Row: Didi Urges SC to Save Democracy; Alleges WB Targeted

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi issued notices and sought replies by February 9 from the Election Commission and the chief electoral officer of West Bengal on her petition

4 Feb 2026 4:32 pm
Noted Sociologist Andre Beteille Passes Away At 91

Beteille was a Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Delhi since 2003. He was known for his studies on the caste system and social inequalities in India.

4 Feb 2026 4:31 pm
Pope Warns of New Arms Race as US-Russia Treaty Nears Expiry

He stressed the importance of maintaining nuclear restrictions to avoid escalating tensions and fostering a climate of mutual trust among nations.

4 Feb 2026 4:27 pm
Why the Bhagavad Gita a Manual for Living, Explains Swami Swarupananda

Swami Swarupananda, Global Head of Chinmaya Mission, explains the vision behind Gita Panchamrit, dismantles myths around renunciation, and makes a compelling case for the Bhagavad Gita as a timeless guide for purposeful, peaceful living.

4 Feb 2026 4:24 pm
President's Rule Revoked in Manipur Ahead of Govt Formation

Manipur has been under President's rule since February 13, 2025. The 60-member assembly, which has tenure till 2027, was put on suspended animation after President's rule was imposed.

4 Feb 2026 4:19 pm
Gujarat Teacher Jailed for 3 Years for Slapping Student, Causing Hearing Loss

The incident occurred in January 2020 at a private school in Gandhinagar, where the teacher slapped the student multiple times for not completing her homework.

4 Feb 2026 4:09 pm
Odisha's Malkangiri District Declared Naxal-free

The announcement comes days after Nabrangpur district was declared Maoist-free after nine red rebels surrendered in neighbouring Chhattisgarh.

4 Feb 2026 4:09 pm
Ancient Shoreline Traces in Jezero Crater Expand Mars's Habitability Timeline

The findings come in the background of data obtained by NASAs Perseverance rover that revealed evidence of wave-formed beaches and rocks, altered by subsurface water in a Martian crater that once held a vast lake

4 Feb 2026 4:08 pm
YSRCP Alleges Law and Order Collapse in AP; Lodges Complaint with NHRC

The YSRCP sought urgent intervention of NHRC to restore law and order and ensure accountability

4 Feb 2026 4:02 pm
Will Consider Renaming Ladki Bahin Scheme After Ajit Pawar : Devendra Fadnavis

The Ladki Bahin scheme, announced by late Ajit Pawar when he was the finance minister and it started in July 2024.

4 Feb 2026 4:01 pm
NGolo Kante Joins Turkish Club Fenerbahce After Transfer Delay

Kant joined from Saudi Pro League team Al-Ittihad

4 Feb 2026 3:56 pm
Asian Championship: Pistol Shooter Esha Singh Clinches Gold, Samrat Settles For Bronze

Esha came from behind to score 239.8 in the final, fending off challenges from two Chinese Taipei shooters -- Cheng Yen-Ching (235.4, silver) and Yu Ai-Wen (217.7, bronze) -- as well as compatriot Suruchi Singh, to claim her second individual senior Asian Championship gold

4 Feb 2026 3:42 pm
Extended Winter Likely to Continue in Telangana Till February 1112

Spring conditions to set in thereafter with warmer days and cooler nights

4 Feb 2026 3:42 pm
Toddler Swallows Hulk Toy; Doctors Remove Toy Via Endoscopy

Doctors pulls out the full size toy Hulk which was stuck in the child's stomach

4 Feb 2026 3:39 pm
Environment Cannot Be Sacrificed for Development, Says Gehlot

Khejri Bachao Andolan enters day three as Gehlot emphasizes its importance and urgent government action to protect khejri trees.

4 Feb 2026 3:23 pm
IndiGo to Adjust Long-haul Flight Schedule; To Suspend Copenhagen Services from Feb 17

The airline said its wide-body operation has faced external operational constraints such as continuously changing airspace constraints due to geopolitical circumstances, congestion at airports both in India and abroad

4 Feb 2026 3:22 pm