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Residents flee as Iran missiles stun peaceful Gulf cities

Missiles streaked across clear desert skies as smoke plumed from US bases in Manama and Abu Dhabi and loud thuds shook high-rise windows in Dubai: Reports

28 Feb 2026 9:30 pm
Gadag: Two Students Drown In Lake Near Kallur Road

According to sources a group of six students went towards the lake from school instead of returning to the hostel. Two of them reportedly ventured into the water and drowned. Seeing this the other students at the bank raised an alarm and informed local residents.

28 Feb 2026 9:21 pm
Middle East Conflict: Exporters Fear Rise In Logistics, Insurance Costs, Impact On Shipments

Air routes are being altered, and maritime trade through the Red Sea and key Gulf straits faces heightened uncertainty. If diversions become prolonged, shipments may increasingly have to reroute via the Cape of Good Hope, adding an estimated 1520 days to transit time for Europe and the United States: Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) President SC Ralhan

28 Feb 2026 9:19 pm
AAIB Report Flags Low Visibility and Airfield Lapses in Crash That Killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

The chartered aircraft operated by VSR Ventures departed from Mumbai and encountered dense fog upon its arrival over Baramati

28 Feb 2026 9:15 pm
Alia Shines In Milan

With sleek leather, sharp tailoring and minimal styling

28 Feb 2026 9:14 pm
Viral Audio In Child Kidnapping False, Says Belagavi Police Commissioner

The Commissioner also expressed concern over an incident on Saturday in which a woman beggar was mistaken for a kidnapper and assaulted by a woman in the New Gandhi Nagar area.

28 Feb 2026 9:14 pm
Congress Talks With DMK Inconclusive

Chodankar, when questioned by the media about holding talks with the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) of Vijay, kept mum and evaded the query: Reports

28 Feb 2026 9:13 pm
Regal Groom Renaissance

Mens wedding jewellery is entering a bold new era, one defined by scale, symbolism and unapologetic presence

28 Feb 2026 9:06 pm
Newlywed Woman Leaves Marital Home, Police Detain Couple After Husbands Complaint

Within two days of the marriage, she reportedly left with Subash Chandra Sahu of Kantamal in neighbouring Boudh district: Reports

28 Feb 2026 9:03 pm
Art Of The Timed Wedding Reveal

From real vows to reel visuals, the timing of the actors Ranabaali wedding reveal feels perfectly, and perhaps purposefully, aligned

28 Feb 2026 8:59 pm
CongressBJP Tussle Over Udupi Kambala Guddali Pooje

Udupi Kambala is being organised for the first time at 80 Badagubettu village, about 5 km from Manipal and under the Kaup Assembly constituency. However, the guddali pooje, programme planned by BJP MLA of Kaup constituency Gurme Suresh Shetty became a point of contention: Reports

28 Feb 2026 8:56 pm
9 Botswana Cheetahs Land in Kuno; India's Total Reaches 48

The cheetahs were shifted to the Kuno National Park from the Gwalior Air Force base in choppers and later released in the quarantine bomas (enclosures) in the Park by Union minister for environment, forest and climate change Bhupendra Yadav.

28 Feb 2026 8:48 pm
Pakistan Openers Farhan Fakhar Hit 173 Stand

Farhan, who struck 86 off 51 balls, smashed his way past Virat Kohli's long-standing record for the most runs scored in a single T20 World Cup edition.

28 Feb 2026 8:41 pm
CM Pledges To Stand By The Devout And Spiritualists

Equality and fraternity should be fostered not just in Tamil Nadu but all over the country and unity among the people should be developed: Chief Minister M K Stalin

28 Feb 2026 8:41 pm
Israel Army Says Completed Broad Strike Against Irans Defence Systems

A short while ago, the IDF (military), guided by IDF intelligence.

28 Feb 2026 8:32 pm
Kerala Govt Forms Helpdesks For Malayalis In Gulf Countries

Malayalis in need of help can register by contacting the NORKA Global Contact Centre helpdesk at +91-8802012345 (international missed call) or 18004253939 (toll-free from India): Reports

28 Feb 2026 8:31 pm
CM Revanth Reddy Distributes Cheques to the Kin of the Victims

The Peoples Government stand by families of the deceased in Medina bus crash

28 Feb 2026 8:18 pm
Telangana Government Cancels Allotment Of Sharada Peetham Lands To Hyderabad Water Board

CM Revanth Reddy is angry with officials for not updating information on the status of constructions

28 Feb 2026 8:17 pm
Kuppam To Meet Entire Power Demand Through Local Renewable Energy: APSPDCL CMD

Once these works are completed, Kuppam will be able to generate 250 MW of renewable energy locally, he said, directing officials and vendors to complete all projects by the end of the year.

28 Feb 2026 8:13 pm
Lokesh Calls Blue Jets 2.3K Crore Investment a Milestone in North Andhras Development

The minister underlined that this reflects responsible industrialisation and strengthens Andhra Pradeshs position as a preferred investment destination in the country

28 Feb 2026 7:50 pm
Nellore: 205 Cases Booked, Rs 1.52 Lakh Fines Imposed During Naka Bandh

Superintendent of Police Dr Ajitha Vejendla warned that stringent legal action would be taken against those involved in anti-social activities

28 Feb 2026 7:30 pm
Minister Lokesh Vows To Restore Andhra Universitys Global Glory

Lokesh also instructed officials to prepare a 100-year vision plan for the university, ensuring that the centenary serves as a launchpad for future development.

28 Feb 2026 7:28 pm
Dont Allow Minors To Drive Vehicles: Kurnool Range DIG

Riders were urged to wear helmets and avoid over-speeding, overloading and drunken driving.

28 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
TTD Approves 5,456-Crore Budget for 202627

Projected hundi income during the year is 1,880 crore while outgo on human resources is 1,859.75 crore

28 Feb 2026 7:16 pm
Kathmandu Trip Turns Out To Be A Nightmare For Travellers From Bengaluru

Travellers left Bengaluru on Friday at around 10.30 am to reach Kathmandu and on reaching Kathmandu, the aircraft ferrying travellers from Bengaluru made a return to Bengaluru after the aircraft failed to land in Nepals capital city. The aircraft returned to Bengaluru on Friday late night

28 Feb 2026 7:10 pm
Biomedical Waste Risks Must Be Curbed: Collector

The collector further ordered that all biomedical waste generated in government hospitals be geo-tagged from the point of origin to final disposal

28 Feb 2026 7:06 pm
166.40 Crore Sanctioned for Sangameswaram Reservoir Works

He pointed out that the coalition government had already earmarked 25 crore for the project in the 202627 Budget.

28 Feb 2026 7:03 pm
Sri Lanka Elect To Field Against Pakistan in T20 World Cup Super Eights Tie

Pakistan made three changes from their previous playing XI

28 Feb 2026 7:02 pm
Blues Will Go All Out Against Windies in Bid for Semifinal Spot

Having played six games so far this Cup, the sides sure have enough in the tank to go full throttle as they step on the pedal for one final, powerful, push.

28 Feb 2026 6:56 pm
Banana Prices Crash Again, Rayalaseema Farmers Sink Into Distress

A horticulture department official in Kadapa district said slowing exports particularly to Gulf countries amid geopolitical tensions have also affected demand

28 Feb 2026 6:50 pm
Minor Girl Aborts 5-Month Foetus at Inter Exam Centre in Palwancha

She had gone to the KGBV School to appear for the annual examination when the incident occurred.

28 Feb 2026 6:49 pm
Gaurav Gogoi Likely To Contest Assam Assembly Polls From Jorhat

Congress considers name of sitting MPs also for candidature

28 Feb 2026 6:49 pm
IISER Tirupati Begins National Science Day Celebrations

Visitors interacted with student researchers and organisers to gain insights into the scientific concepts behind the displays.

28 Feb 2026 6:46 pm
SV Vedic University Gets IKS Research Project on Vedic Cognition Studies

University officials said the sanction marked a significant step in advancing interdisciplinary research in Indian Knowledge Systems at SVVU.

28 Feb 2026 6:39 pm
Brahmotsavams Start at Dharampuri Temple

The festivities began on February 27 and will conclude on March 11

28 Feb 2026 6:37 pm
TTD To Build Additional Annaprasadam Complex, Modern Kitchen in Tirumala With Reliance Support

TTD chairman B.R. Naidu said the trust board approved the works to strengthen free meal services for the steadily increasing number of pilgrims.

28 Feb 2026 6:36 pm
CM Revanth Reddy Distributes Ex Gratia to Madina Bus Tragedy Victims Families

Referring to the holy significance of the ongoing month for the Muslim community, the Chief Minister called for harmony and solidarity, urging everyone to move forward with strength.

28 Feb 2026 6:24 pm
JUST SPAMMING | Whats All This Business-like Alliance Talks About?

Putting it otherwise, political liaisons today have taken the contours of business deals. It is more about profits or based on each of the partys aspirations to make maximum gain out of the alliance

28 Feb 2026 6:24 pm
Sai Prasad Assumes Charge As Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary

He later served as Vice-Chairman of the AP Housing Board (February 2010October 2011).

28 Feb 2026 6:10 pm
Desi Chilli Prices Hit Record High of Rs.50,000 per Quintal at Enumamula Market

R. Mallesham, market selection grade secretary, said the minimum price recorded was Rs 18,000, while the model price stood at Rs 30,000 for the 300 bags traded.

28 Feb 2026 5:59 pm
Kakinada: CM Chandrababu To Visit Vetlapalem Blast Site Today

Naidu said he spoke to officials over the accident and directed them to extend immediate help to the victims.

28 Feb 2026 5:57 pm
Iran's Khamenei: Ruthless Revolutionary At Apex Of Islamic Republic

US and Israel launched strikes against targets in Iranian cities, sparking a swift response from Iran.

28 Feb 2026 5:36 pm
Should We Spare People Who Did Injustice To God, Betrayed Him: Andhra CM

Not only making a mistake to us but also doing injustice to God. If God is also betrayed, I am asking you, should such kind of people be spared? I am asking you, you should remember it, said Naidu

28 Feb 2026 5:28 pm
A Double Honour for Diana Edulji

It is a double honour for me, Diana, speaking exclusively, said with heartfelt gratitude. Naming the gate after me not only recognises my cricketing journey but also my contribution to Railway Sports

28 Feb 2026 4:59 pm
Modi's Israel Visit Shameful And Ill-timed, Creates Perception Of Political Endorsement Of Military Action: Cong

Khurshid said India's foreign policy is deeply rooted in Vasudhaiva Kutumbaka ( he world is one family), Mahatma Gandhi's doctrine of ahimsa (non-violence), Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's policy of non-alignment and embedded in Article 51 of India's Constitution, which mandates espect for international law and treaty obligations (including the United Nations Charter, the Geneva Conventions, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Paris Agreement)

28 Feb 2026 4:44 pm
J&K Erupts In Celebration After Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph

Jammu and Kashmir secure their maiden Ranji Trophy title with a commanding and composed performance.

28 Feb 2026 4:40 pm
BJD fields Santrupt Misra, Datteswar Hota for Rajya Sabha from Odisha

Party most likely to seek Congress backing for Common candidate Hota as numbers game comes into play

28 Feb 2026 4:33 pm
World Holds Breath As US, Israel Strike Iran

Trump warns he lives of courageous American heroes may be lost and we may have casualties.

28 Feb 2026 4:25 pm
Pakistan Says It Killed More Than 300 Afghan Forces In Airstrikes

Pakistan said it was targeting the outlawed Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan.

28 Feb 2026 4:08 pm
Air India Suspends all Flights to Middle East

In view of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East, all Air India flights to all destinations in the Middle East have been suspended

28 Feb 2026 4:03 pm