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VHP president Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad seeks allocation of an additional 50 crore to Andhra University in A.P. Budget

As Andhra University celebrates its centenary, VHP president emphasises the need for enhanced funding to support academic growth and development

15 Feb 2026 2:08 pm
Canada-based York Cinemas refunds Jana Nayagan tickets; says film not likely before April 30

Jana Nayagan, which was supposed to have been released worldwide on January 9, as part Pongal lineup, was delayed due to a deadlock with the Central Board of Film Certification

15 Feb 2026 1:50 pm
Maharashtra ATS conducts raids in two districts over suspected terror activities

The ATS combed more than 20 locations in the two districts in the raids launched around midnight and has rounded up over a dozen suspects, they said.

15 Feb 2026 1:34 pm
Pawan Kalyan launches Jana Sena membership drive

Mr. Kalyan said the JSP had started with just 150 people and enrolled 90,000 members during the first membership drive conducted in 2021.

15 Feb 2026 1:33 pm
Delhi businessman murder: Five Lawrence Bishnoi gang members arrested

The post, allegedly from an account using the name Randeep Malik Anil Pandit, claimed the murder was carried out on behalf of multiple gangs, including those of Lawrence Bishnoi, Jitender Gogi Maan, Hashim Baba and Kala Rana.

15 Feb 2026 1:28 pm
Woman from Uttar Pradesh murdered over dowry in Jharkhand

In his complaint, the father alleged that his daughter was frequently beaten and harassed over dowry since the wedding.

15 Feb 2026 1:06 pm
U.P. cough syrup smuggling case: SP youth wing's former state secretary arrested

The U.P. Police is probing an alleged illegal network involved in the storage and distribution of highly regulated codeine-laced cough syrups across the State

15 Feb 2026 12:59 pm
Caste row over Dalit womans engagement at anganwadi centre in Odisha resolved, says official

The anganwadi centre will function normally from February 16, as the parents consented to send their children, Sujata Nayak, member of State commission for protection of child rights, saidKendrapara

15 Feb 2026 12:58 pm
From tea cups to video calls: How traditional matchmaking still works in India

How matchmakers across India are navigating changing ideas of marriage in the age of dating apps

15 Feb 2026 12:57 pm
Watch: After Dhaka power shift, BNP eyes new ties with Modi

Bangladeshs new BNP-led government has formally congratulated Narendra Modi and may invite him to its swearing-in, signalling a possible reset in IndiaBangladesh ties. With Dhaka stressing national interest on issues like the Ganga Water Treaty, New Delhis response could shape future cooperation on water-sharing, trade, borders, and regional stability.

15 Feb 2026 12:51 pm
Mumbai court discharges ex-vice principal of law college in forged degree case

The charge-sheet against the accused advocate is filed with the presumption that she prepared a false document.

15 Feb 2026 12:50 pm
Assam government has written to Centre for more emergency landing facilities: Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state government will ink a pact with the Civil Aviation Ministry to carry out a study to construct four more airports at Majuli, Diphu, Umrangso and Manas

15 Feb 2026 12:41 pm
Two involved in shooting at migrant labourers in Punjab's Moga held after encounter

Two migrant labourers were injured after three unidentified assailants on a motorcycle allegedly opened fire at a group of workers in the district on February 10

15 Feb 2026 12:16 pm
Ritu Tawde | Mayor rising

The new BMC chief has to navigate a strong and experienced opposition and a small but assertive ally while steering the citys administration

15 Feb 2026 12:09 pm
Mysuru police arrest three, seize more than 40 grams of MDMA

It was found that one of them procured MDMA from an unknown person in Bengaluru through social media and later sold it in Mysuru

15 Feb 2026 12:08 pm
Bangladesh seeks reset in India ties, onus on New Delhi to recognise changed reality: Tarique's Advisor

Bangladesh has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other regional leaders to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the country's next Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman

15 Feb 2026 12:08 pm
Five killed several others injured as car jumps divider, crashes into a KSRTC bus

Due to the impact of the collision, the front portion of the bus was damaged and left a few passengers seated in the front rows with minor injuries

15 Feb 2026 11:55 am
Debate, vote on motion to remove Birla to be taken up on March 9: Rijiju

On March 9, in the Lok Sabha, we will have the debate on the no-confidence motion moved against the speaker. It is the rule to take it up on the first day. There will be a vote following the debate, says Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju

15 Feb 2026 11:54 am
AI adoption leading to moderation in entry-level hiring: Report

Gen AI is primarily functioning as a productivity-enhancing complement to technical and analytical work, rather than a substitute, the report said

15 Feb 2026 11:49 am
Sasikala to continue her consultations with her followers on finalising strategy for 2026 T.N. Assembly poll

The purpose of Ms. Sasikalas ongoing discussion is to finalise her camps strategy for the 2026 Assembly election;she has planned to hold discussion up to February 18, says her follower who is a former legislator.

15 Feb 2026 11:39 am
Man arrested for posting video with 'objectionable remarks' against PM Modi in Uttar Pradesh

Charthawal police station SHO Satyanarayan Dahiya told reporters that the accused has been identified as Jitendra Kumar Kashyap

15 Feb 2026 11:30 am
T20 World Cup 2026 | West Indies win toss, opt to bowl against Nepal

For the West Indies, Romario Shepherd will miss the match due to a niggle and Matthew Forde replaces him.

15 Feb 2026 11:14 am
Delhi's minimum temperature at 11.1C, AQI remains 'poor'

Air quality in the city was recorded in the 'poor' category at 9 a.m., with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 210, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.

15 Feb 2026 10:48 am
Munich Security Conference: Jaishankar meets Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha

We also covered cooperation within international organisations and reaffirmed our mutual interest in further contacts, expanding trade, and deepening bilateral ties, says Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha in a post on X

15 Feb 2026 10:40 am
In frames | Hook, line, and ice

In Kashmir, lakes and rivers sustain a vibrant fishing culture that blends livelihood, tradition, and cuisine; seasonal rhythms and deep-rooted culinary heritage is preserved by the local community

15 Feb 2026 10:33 am
T20 World Cup | NZ's Ferguson granted parental leave, tomiss Canada game

At this stage, we wont be replacing Lockie in the squad as the plan would be for him to return for the Super 8 phase of the tournament, head coach Rob Walter said in a statement on New Zealand Cricket official website.

15 Feb 2026 10:28 am
Three militants, including two women, arrested in Manipur

Security forces arrested two women cadres of the banned outfit People's Liberation Army (PLA) from the vicinity of Sunrise Ground in Tengnoupal district

15 Feb 2026 10:27 am
T20 World Cup | South Africa were a lot closer to our fullest potential against New Zealand: Markram

To keep them under what we felt was probably a 200-type pitch was a massive effort. The surface played really well and got better as the night went on, says South Africa skipper Aiden Markram

15 Feb 2026 10:18 am
At least seven injured as Odisha bus overturns near Salur in Andhra Pradesh

A majority of the passengers are construction workers

15 Feb 2026 10:16 am
Vice-President, PM Modi extend Mahashivratri greetings

Vice-President Radhakrishnan and PM Modi wish the nation prosperity and blessings on Mahashivratri, celebrating Indias spiritual tradition

15 Feb 2026 10:15 am
Raoul Hyman, Alister Yoong Triumph as The Indian Racing Festival Goa debut delivers thrills

The 2.064-km circuit showcased thrilling competition and impressive stunts, while Speed Demons Delhi set a high standard for future races

15 Feb 2026 9:45 am
PM Modi receives invite to attend Tarique Rahmans swearing-in ceremony in Bangladesh on February 17

PM Modi is expected to decline the invitation, as he will be in Mumbai for bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, and then will chair the AI impact summit in Delhi

15 Feb 2026 9:24 am
Ensure zero human death in elephant attacks: Jharkhand CM asks officials

Man-elephant conflicts in Jharkhand have left as many as 474 people dead since the 2019-20 fiscal, according to a government report

15 Feb 2026 9:17 am
Owaisi demands action against YouTubers targeting vendor at Medaram Jatara

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi demanded the Telangana Police book cases against those who harassed the vendor

15 Feb 2026 9:09 am
Indian student found dead days after going missing in U.S.

Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a student at the University of California, Berkeley, hailing from Karnataka, had been missing since Monday (February 9, 2026)

15 Feb 2026 9:00 am
Probe into Ahmedabad air crash still underway: Mohol

On Thursday (February 12, 2026), the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) said the probe was still in progress and no final conclusions have been reached

15 Feb 2026 8:42 am
At least 6,000 killed over three days during RSF attack on Sudan's el-Fasher, UN says

The Rapid Support Forces' offensive to capture the city of el-Fasher included widespread atrocities that amount to war crimes and possible crimes against humanity

15 Feb 2026 8:18 am
What has government laid down on AI labelling? | Explained

What do the new rules specify with respect to AI-generated imagery and social media takedowns?

15 Feb 2026 8:16 am
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin inspects ongoing work on sports complex in Tirupattur

The new complex will have a spectators gallery with a seating capacity of over 3,500 to watch football games and athletic events

15 Feb 2026 8:11 am
Jamshedpur FC name four captains for ISL 2025-26 season

Jamshedpur FC have announced a 28-member squad for the nine home matches at the JRD Tata Sports Complex

15 Feb 2026 7:17 am
Love and its newfangled terms

Married couples in India are, reportedly, increasingly opening themselves up to alternative relationship models and structures, often in pursuit of authentic happiness and trust. Perceived for long as conservative, it seems Tamil Nadu is not entirely so. Some of the cities are now accommodating ethical non-monogamy very simply, a relationship involving many and with consent. Preeti M.S.syncs up with married couples in Tamil Nadu to explore these new trends

15 Feb 2026 7:17 am
Tudor appointed as interim Tottenham manager until end of season

Igor Tudor Juve to a fourth-place finish in Serie A last season but the Croatian was sacked in October seven months after his appointment following an eight-match winless run across all competitions.

15 Feb 2026 6:55 am
U.S. Justice Department sends letter regarding Epstein files redactions to lawmakers: report

The letter, required by law, includes a general description of the types of redactions made, and a list of notable people mentioned in the files in any way

15 Feb 2026 6:54 am
We could witness a cracker of a game

India will be sweating on the availability of Abhishek Sharma, who did not play but was present at the ground when India faced Namibia

15 Feb 2026 6:51 am
Mahindra Racing's Mortara secures podium in Jeddah

The result builds on last season's fourth-place championship finish

15 Feb 2026 6:50 am
Railways wins both team championships

Railways won the team championships in men and women sections. M. Raja (men) and Mirabai Chanu (women) were chosen the best lifters.

15 Feb 2026 6:46 am
Kane brace helps Bayern widen gap atop Bundesliga

Borussia Dortmunds 4-0 victory over Mainz on February 13 drew them within three points of the league leaders but Bayern sent a clear response.

15 Feb 2026 6:43 am