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WhatsApp Introduces New Group History Feature

The company claims that this feature is also built with privacy in mind and does not weaken its encryption standards.

21 Feb 2026 3:04 pm
Priya Maggo Calls Meri Manzil Tujhi Se Her Most Personal Project Yet

Priya added that the project reflects a larger shift where digital creators are stepping into mainstream entertainment spaces.

21 Feb 2026 2:40 pm
Announcement: Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth Reunite After 40 Years for KHxRK

The film will be produced under the Red Giant Movies banner.

21 Feb 2026 2:10 pm
India Women Elect To Bat Against Australia In Deciding T20I

India to bat against Australia in the third T20 International.

21 Feb 2026 2:08 pm
Allu Arjun and Ram Charans Photo From Allu Sirishs Pre-Wedding Party Goes Viral

While AA22 will hit the cinemas in late 2027, Peddi is scheduled to arrive on April 30 this year.

21 Feb 2026 2:06 pm
Amitabh Bachchan to Join Kalki 2 Shoot; Continues to Command Massive Telugu Fanbase

Producer Lagadapati Sridhar says the megastar has once again proven why he remains an icon of Indian cinema.

21 Feb 2026 1:47 pm
One Man Committee on SIT Report Insult to SC, Judicial Process: YSRCP

Appointing a one-man committee after the SIT filed its chargesheet is nothing but an insult to the Supreme Court and the judicial process, said Karunakar Reddy

21 Feb 2026 1:40 pm
PM Should Put India-US Trade Deal on Hold: Congress

Jairam Ramesh said the government must state categorically that there will be no import liberalisation till clear cut clarifications from the American side and ensure that Indian farmers' interests are not hurt

21 Feb 2026 1:36 pm
2 Held in AP for Diverting Investment Funds to Cricket Betting Apps

We have arrested two persons who induced victims by promising profits on investments and later diverted the funds to online cricket betting through the Radhee Exchange App (R777), Nellore SP Ajitha Vajendla

21 Feb 2026 1:34 pm
After 13 Years, Justice Remains Elusive for Dilsukhnagar Twin Blasts Victims

The ATF urged the government to strengthen intelligence gathering and take proactive measures to dismantle networks that threaten the peace and security of the state

21 Feb 2026 1:28 pm
UK To Consider Removing Andrew From Royal Succession Line

Keeping calm and carrying on, the royal family weathers worst crisis in generations.

21 Feb 2026 1:15 pm
Omnitech Engineering Sets Rs 216-Rs 227 Price Band For IPO

The Omnitech IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth Rs 418 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 165 crore

21 Feb 2026 1:09 pm
Police Search Former Prince Andrews Home A Day After His Arrest

The British government is considering formally removing him from the line of succession to the crown.

21 Feb 2026 1:00 pm
PM Modi's Betrayal Stands Exposed: Rahul Gandhi Over US Court Ruling on Trump Tariffs

In a post on X, Gandhi alleged that the Prime Minister had compromised Indias interests in the trade negotiations

21 Feb 2026 12:52 pm
Geethanjali Is My Most Favourite Movie, Says Prabhas

Prabhas spoke about his love for food and recalled fond memories associated with Punugulu from Guntur district

21 Feb 2026 12:47 pm
Four Including Toddler Die As Tractor-Trailers Overturn Near Jamkhandi

Labourers from Maharashtra were travelling in two trailers attached to a tractor after completing sugarcane harvesting work.

21 Feb 2026 12:41 pm
Balakrishna Inaugurates and Drinks Tea at His Fans Shop

Balakrishna has also earned respect for his role as the MLA of Hindupur constituency in Andhra Pradesh.

21 Feb 2026 12:40 pm
Book Review | Notes on How to Navigate Life

Readers who have enjoyed Aiyars travel books, such as Smoke and Mirrors and Punjabi Parmesan, and were hoping for another of the same kind will not be disappointed by Travels in the Other Place

21 Feb 2026 12:08 pm
Book Review | Flavours From a Distant Mountain

In twenty-eight chapters, Saxena records twenty-eight Kargili dishes and their recipes

21 Feb 2026 12:04 pm
Climate Change Adds To Woes Of Tiger Widows Of Sunderbans

Sunderbans widows helping to restore the mangrove forest as part of a green initiative.

21 Feb 2026 12:01 pm
PM Modi Meets Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

President Lula also met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during his visit

21 Feb 2026 11:59 am
KTR Slams Youth Congress for Protest at AI Summit

It is absolutely deplorable that members of the Youth Congress chose the AI Impact Summit 2026 as a venue for petty political theatrics, he said

21 Feb 2026 11:43 am
Book Review | A Young Thiefs Forbidden Love

As the story unfurls, the book takes on the hues of a thriller, keeping readers eagerly turning the pages. A fabulous read that will make the readers sigh with awe and ache

21 Feb 2026 11:41 am
Ranveer Singh Case: Crime Branch Issues LOC Against Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Member

The threatening audio clip has been sent to Punjab and Haryana for verification, an official confirmed.

21 Feb 2026 11:23 am
Mrunal Thakur Is Huge Fan of Dhanush and his work

Mrunal has firmly ruled out the dating rumours, reiterating that her admiration for Dhanush is rooted purely in respect for his craft.

21 Feb 2026 11:16 am
UP Man Kills Sister Over Inter-Faith Relationship

It was correct to kill the girl who insulted us, he killed her in a fit of rage; victim's father justified the act of his son.

21 Feb 2026 11:16 am
Neal Katyal: Key Voice Behind SC Blow to Trump Tariffs

Katyal, who argued the case challenging the tariffs, described the ruling as a victory for constitutional principles and the separation of powers

21 Feb 2026 11:09 am
BJP MLA Venkataramana Reddy Kept Under House Arrest in Kamareddy

Sensing that there would be a law and order problem, the police kept Reddy under house arrest and took Congress activists into preventive custody

21 Feb 2026 10:45 am
Intel Alert Flags LeT Threat to Delhi Religious Sites, Red Fort Area

According to intelligence sources, key religious sites, including areas around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk, are on the radar of the Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba

21 Feb 2026 10:39 am
No Support Price: 3 Farmers from Mahabubabad Distribute Tomatoes for Free

The farmers - Pogula Konda Saraiah, Mohan Surender of Kothaguda in Mahabubabad cultivated tomatoes in one acre. They came to the market at Kothaguda and attempted to sell a tray containing 20 kgs of tomatoes for Rs.100

21 Feb 2026 10:23 am
Shah Rukh Khan's Powerful Cameo in Jailer 2 Is Almost Confirmed

SRK will join the sets of Jailer 2 in March, and as only his portion is left to film, his shoot will wrap up the production of the sequel.

21 Feb 2026 10:17 am
All You Need To Know About Rashmika and Vijay Deverakondas Wedding!

Fans are now eagerly awaiting official confirmation of the wedding details from the couple.

21 Feb 2026 10:11 am
Leaders React to SC Ruling Striking Down Trump Tariffs

Former Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal, who argued against the tariffs before the Supreme Court, hailed the ruling as a landmark affirmation of constitutional principles

21 Feb 2026 9:57 am
Brazilian Content Creator Bianca Dias Dies at 20 Days After Undergoing Cosmetic Surgery

The news of her death spread quickly on social media, as friends and fellow creators shared messages remembering her life and personality.

21 Feb 2026 9:56 am
Fire in Commercial Building in Kukatpally; No Casualties

The fire-fighters took necessary precautionary measures to prevent the flames for spreading to other shops in the building

21 Feb 2026 9:29 am
Rs.530 Cr Budget Proposals Sent to Telangana Govt. for Godavari Pushkaralu Arrangements

With the funds allocated by the State government, the construction and repair works of bathing ghats will be carried out at small temples along with major religious places like Basara, Dharmapuri, Kaleshwaram and Bhadrachalam on Godavari coast

21 Feb 2026 9:03 am
Scott Bessent Says Tariff Revenue to Stay Intact Despite SC Setback

Bessent clarified that the Courts 6-3 decision limits the administrations ability to use IEEPA to raise revenue through tariffs but does not strike down tariffs altogether

21 Feb 2026 9:02 am
Trump: India Cut Russian Oil Imports at My Request

India pulled out of Russia. India was getting its oil from Russia, and they pulled way back on my request because we want to settle a horrible war, Trump said

21 Feb 2026 8:38 am
Octanom Tech Expands Presence in Mumbai

Khushal Devera, a CFP (CM) with a B.Sc. in Statistics and an MBA in Finance, will lead Octanom Techs future-ready, client-centric Family Office division.

21 Feb 2026 8:31 am
Nick Jonas Wears Priyanka Chopras Mangalsutra as Bracelet; Internet Swoons

The actor-singer took to Instagram on Thursday, where he appeared in full supportive-husband mode.

21 Feb 2026 8:15 am
Tariffs Ruling Plunges Trump Into Political and Economic Chaos

The ruling by the United States' top court comes just days before his State of the Union address on Tuesday -- a crucial moment for any president

21 Feb 2026 8:14 am
Democrats Demand Refunds After US Court Tosses Trump Tariffs

Governor JB Pritzker demanded about $1,700 for every Illinois household -- the amount Yale University experts said the average US household would pay on tariffs last year

21 Feb 2026 7:25 am
How Prabhas Turns Every Movie Set Into a Royal Feast

In the past Prabhas has extended a similar grand gesture to Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Shruti Haasan, Saif Ali Khan and many more.

21 Feb 2026 7:19 am
Current Policy Rate Appropriate, Says RBI Gov Malhotra

RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said that economic growth is turning out to be quite robust and the momentum is likely to continue in FY27. Inflation is likely to stay benign across sectors going into FY27.

21 Feb 2026 7:16 am
Mohammad Amir Predicts Indias Early Exit from T20 WC 2026

India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, advanced to the Super 8 stage without losing a match, including a comprehensive win over the Netherlands

21 Feb 2026 7:07 am
Court Returns Charge Sheet

A woman died due to suffocation and her son suffered serious injuries and was recently discharged from hospital.

21 Feb 2026 7:07 am
Trump to Visit China from March 31 to April 2: White House

Trumps volatile foreign policy approach has prompted China to engage with a range of world leaders in recent months, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

21 Feb 2026 6:45 am
JD Vance Slams US SC Ruling Blocking Trumps Tariffs

Vance added that President Trump has other tariff authorities available.

21 Feb 2026 6:33 am
CCB Arrest Whistle Blower IN Muda Plot Distribution Case

A couple of days back, the State Government promoted D.B. Natesh as Chief Executive Officer of Karnataka State Khadi and Village Industries Board. Taking note of the promotion, Snehamayi Krishna suspected bribery in his promotion.

21 Feb 2026 2:59 am