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Police Detain Raja Singh in Medak, Stops Him from Unveiling Shivaji Maharajs Statue

While Raja Singh was on the way to Nirmal, the police intercepted his car at Shankarampet and took him into preventive custody

22 Feb 2026 3:16 pm
Five School Staff Arrested Under POCSO in Kendrapara Minor Assault Case

Three teachers, a woman staffer and a peon held after Class 7 students complaint; police and CWC launch detailed probe

22 Feb 2026 2:58 pm
Developed Countries Eager to Connect With India: PM Modi

The PM inaugurated various development projects in Meerut

22 Feb 2026 2:44 pm
Four Iranian Crew Caught With Rs 5 Cr Foreign Cigarettes Off Gujarat Coast

The international market value of the consignment is estimated at Rs 2.5 crore to Rs 5 crore, the ICG said in a post on X

22 Feb 2026 2:25 pm
Pew Study Finds Hindus Most Highly Educated Religious Group In US

Seven-in-ten Hindus (70 per cent) and 65 per cent of Jews have a bachelor's degree compare to US adults overall.

22 Feb 2026 2:07 pm
AP Govt Extends Suspension of IPS Officer P.V. Sunil Kumar Till June 30 or Completion of Criminal Proceedings

Review Committee cites pending Agrigold fund misuse probe and custodial torture case; says revocation may influence investigation.

22 Feb 2026 2:02 pm
Israel Eyes Return to Pre-Covid Indian Tourist Levels by 2027

In 2024, Israel welcomed 9,600 tourists from India who majorly went for pilgrimage and 12,500 travellers in 2025, according to data shared by the Israel Ministry of Tourism

22 Feb 2026 1:52 pm
Beer Industry To Invest Rs 5,500 Cr In UP In Next 3 years: BAI

Uttar Pradesh to have greenfield units and its ancilleries in the next three years.

22 Feb 2026 1:46 pm
2 Sisters Die On Wedding Day in Jodhpur; Police Launch Probe

Shobha (25) and Vimla (23) were set to be married on Saturday, and the preparations for their weddings were in full swing on Friday night, when the incident occurred

22 Feb 2026 1:37 pm
PM Flags off Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train

PM is also going to inaugurate and dedicate to the nation various development projects worth around Rs 12,930 crore in Meerut

22 Feb 2026 1:33 pm
J&K: 1 Terrorist Killed After Encounter Breaks Out in Kishtwar

The terrorists, hiding inside a mudhouse on the foothills of a hill, opened fire on the approaching troops, leading to an intense gunfight

22 Feb 2026 1:27 pm
Road Mishap in Jubilee Hills Leaves Several Injured

Speeding car loses control, rams multiple vehicles; traffic thrown out of gear as police launch probe.

22 Feb 2026 1:21 pm
Firing Heard Outside Banaras Hindu University Hostel

Police have registered a case against three persons allegedly involved in the incident and efforts are underway to catch them

22 Feb 2026 1:11 pm
Nobel-Winning Scientist's New Invention Turns Air Moisture Into Drinking Water

Atoco, the technology company that Yaghi founded, claims to have developed water harvesting solutions that efficiently harvest clean water out of the atmosphere, even under dry conditions with relative humidity below 20%

22 Feb 2026 1:02 pm
Moscow Warns Seoul Against Arms Supplies To Ukraine

Help to Ukraine will only postpone the prospects for a settlement of the conflict, says Russian foreign Ministry

22 Feb 2026 1:01 pm
Farmer Dies in Hit-and-Run Incident in Pahadisherif

The accident occurred when the farmer was returning home after completing agriculture work

22 Feb 2026 12:44 pm
Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao Arrested Ahead of Banswada Visit; Tensions Flare in Hyderabad

Bandi Sanjay Kumar condemns the arrest of N. Ramchander Rao, alleges Emergency-like situation as party workers clash with police

22 Feb 2026 12:43 pm
UP Potter Who Lost PAN and Aadhaar Gets Rs 1.25 Cr GST Notice

Mohammad, a potter who earns routinely Rs 2 per clay pot he sells, was shocked when they received the notice, later came to know that four companies are running in Patna in his name

22 Feb 2026 12:37 pm
Modi Showcases Indias AI Strides in Mann Ki Baat

The Prime Minister emphasised that these initiatives reflect both Indias technological progress and its rich cultural heritage

22 Feb 2026 12:26 pm
GHMC, ZPTC Polls to be Discussed in Telangana Cabinet Meeting Tomorrow

The cabinet is expected to discuss in detail about holding elections to GHMC, ZPTC and MPTC apart from approving Hyderabad Metro Rail phase-I project take over from L&T

22 Feb 2026 12:25 pm
DCA Raids Quack Clinic in Hanumakonda; Drugs Worth 35,000 Seized

Unqualified practitioner held; antibiotics, steroids and Tramadol injections confiscated amid AMR concerns

22 Feb 2026 12:09 pm
India, US to Reschedule Chief Negotiators Meet on Interim Trade Deal

The Indian team was scheduled to start the three-day meeting on February 23

22 Feb 2026 12:09 pm
India Rejigs Crude Imports as Saudi Gains, Russian Supply Slows

During February 1-18, India's total crude imports averaged 4.85 million barrels per day (bpd), down 8 per cent from January's 5.25 million bpd,

22 Feb 2026 12:07 pm
From Startup Failure to Viral Inspiration: Jia Jiangs 100 Days of Rejection

Inspired by the game Rejection Therapy, Jiang began to document his experience of getting rejected for 100 times through blogs

22 Feb 2026 12:03 pm
Captivated By Indian Culture : Chinese Envoy After His Jaipur Visit

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong amazed by India's radiant culture and beautiful architecture in Jaipur.

22 Feb 2026 12:01 pm
SC to Hear Meta-WhatsApp Privacy Policy Case on Monday

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi is likely to hear the matter

22 Feb 2026 11:55 am
Varalakshmi Sarathkumar Says She Is Fighting for Women in the Film Industry

Confirming the struggles of female directors in Tollywood, a producer shared his perspective, saying that women filmmakers continue to face significant challenges.

22 Feb 2026 11:46 am
Refusing To Shake Hands Is Lack Of Sportsmanship: Digvijaya Singh

Refusing to shake hands with Pakistani players do not reflect nationalism, says senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh

22 Feb 2026 11:46 am
Very Concerning: Asaduddin Owaisi Over Banswada Violence

Owaisi has demanded an FIR and proper investigation into the incident

22 Feb 2026 11:33 am
Kidnap Case: BRS Ex-MLA, Son Get Notice from Ibrahimpatnam Police

The councilor was kidnapped ahead of the election of chairperson and deputy chairperson of Ibrahimpatnam municipality

22 Feb 2026 11:27 am
Odisha Approves Rs 44,241 Crore Investment Across 10 Projects

A substantial share of the investment is directed toward renewable energy

22 Feb 2026 11:00 am
243 Motorists held in Weekend Drunk and Driving Checking in Cyberabad

As many as 207 offenders had Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels ranging from 36 mg/100 ml to 200 mg/100 ml: Police

22 Feb 2026 10:54 am
Five Cops Killed in Road Accident in Odishas Jharsuguda

The accident occurred at dawn near the Sadar police station in Jharsuguda, when the Bolero, reportedly on official duty, collided head-on with a trailer approaching from the opposite direction

22 Feb 2026 10:44 am
2 Senior Maoist Leaders Surrender Before Telangana Police?

With the surrender of the two key Maoists leaders, the Telangana police achieved a major success in their fight against the Maoists

22 Feb 2026 10:34 am
Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika to Shoot Ad Before Wedding?

Vijay and Rashmika will soon be seen together in Ranabali, directed by Rahul Sankrityan of Taxiwala fame.

22 Feb 2026 10:32 am
Heat Intensifies Across Andhra Pradesh as Temperatures Touch 37C; Low-Pressure System to Bring Rains

IMD forecasts light to moderate showers in several districts over the next three days amid rising summer heat.

22 Feb 2026 10:26 am
Terror Conspiracy in Delhi: Bangladeshi Nationals Among 8 Arrested

According to officials, the suspects were posting content on social media in support of Pakistan-based terrorist organisations

22 Feb 2026 10:18 am
Eight Suspects With Bangladeshi and ISI Links Arrested in Tamil Nadu

According to officials, the suspects were posting content on social media in support of Pakistan-based terrorist organisations

22 Feb 2026 10:18 am
Partially Burnt Body of Businessman Found Near Himayathsagar

The police said the persons known to the victim first could have killed him elsewhere and later dumped the body at an isolated place in Rajendranagar to conceal his identity

22 Feb 2026 10:07 am
Electorate in 9 States, UTs Shrink by 1.70 Cr after SIR

The data shared by the chief electoral officers of Gujarat, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa and Kerala on Saturday showed that their combined voter base stood at over 21.45 crore before the SIR exercise began on October 27 last year

22 Feb 2026 9:43 am
Expired Jab Kills Infant in Hyderabad; Doctor Booked

Police registered a case of negligence causing death against the doctor

22 Feb 2026 9:26 am
Isolated Rains likely in Telangana

Scattered moderate rains are expected in central, east, west Telangana districts with a spell likely in parts of Hyderabad on Monday

22 Feb 2026 9:13 am
New Zealand-Pakistan Super Eight World Cup Clash Rained Off

Persistent drizzle right after the toss -- which Pakistan won and opted to bat -- at the Premadasa stadium did not relent with umpires finally calling the match off at 9:05pm

22 Feb 2026 9:13 am
Jameela Nishats Flying Embers, a Book of Urdu Poems

Jameela Nishat gives us a profound gift a set of poems that are evocative, poignant, provocative and insightful.

22 Feb 2026 8:53 am
PM Modi to Inaugurate Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train

The inauguration forms part of the Centre's push to expand regional rapid transit systems aimed at reducing travel time, easing congestion and promoting sustainable urban mobility

22 Feb 2026 8:39 am
Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine in Private Ceremony

The celebration was attended by close family members and a small circle of friends

22 Feb 2026 8:02 am
Political Drama 'Yellow Letters' Wins Berlin's Golden Bear

Catak's film tells the story of a Turkish director and his actor wife, suddenly barred from working because of their political opinions

22 Feb 2026 7:47 am
US East Coast Braces for Another Massive Snowstorm

Flooding is also forecast along the coastlines of northeastern and mid-Atlantic states such as Delaware and New Jersey

22 Feb 2026 7:38 am
Willie Coln, Architect of Urban Salsa Music, Dies at 75

Over his decades-long career, the trombonist, composer, arranger and singer produced more than 40 albums that sold more than 30 million copies worldwide

22 Feb 2026 7:26 am
Austria Avalanches Kill Seven: Police

Experts had urged skiers to avoid off-piste slopes after five people -- four in Tyrol and one in Vorarlberg -- were killed Friday in avalanches triggered by a major snowstorm

22 Feb 2026 6:58 am