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Water Tax Collections in AP Crawl at Snails Pace, Fail to Cross 20 per Cent Mark

Revenue figures till January paint a grim picture with collections failing to cross even the 20 per cent mark

Trump plans to take his State of Union message on road - eventually

President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address. His focus now is on ensuring his message of economic success and a secure Americ

Trincas: Where Park Street Learned to Swing

As Trincas turns 99, Anand Puri looks back at a century of jazz, jackets, and the indelible soundtrack of Park Street.

After Instagram account deletion, lookout notice against YouTuber Anvesh

Hyderabad: The Punjagutta police, on Wednesday, February 25, issued a lookout notice against social media influencer and YouTuber Anvesh days aft

'America can't handle my wins': Trump boasts in State of Union Address despite losing in key states

Imran Khan's Party Moves Pak's Top Court, Seeks Shift Him to Private Hospital

The development comes a day after Khan was taken to a government hospital at Islamabad for treating his eye ailment even as his party demanded r

Katherine Short cause of death sparks questions here's what we know

Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor and comedian Martin Short, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Hollywood Hills. Autho

Farmers associations seek waiver of loans

CM Stalin launches 1,785 crore worth projects and welfare aid to 3.12 lakh beneficiaries in Nagercoil

Nothing Phone 4a to have a pink variant apart from white

To mark the launch of the pink colourway, Nothing launched activities across stores including Bengaluru

UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid To Face Benfica Without Injured Mbappe

Mbappe was not included in the squad for the game at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium because of a left knee injury he has been nursing for some tim

Eurasian diving duck in Kaziranga triggers climate change concern

The 7th waterbird count across the wetlands in the one-horned rhino domain yielded 105,540 birds belonging to 107 species; an ornithologist says

Assam Congress Counters BJP Narrative Against Gaurav Gogoi

Assam chief minister mocks Gaurav Gogois appointment and says he should be appointed to head the Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group instead

Quote of the day by Frank Sinatra: 'The big lesson in life, baby, is never be scared of...' advice on fearlessness and courage by Grammy-winning singer and Oscar-winning actor of 'From Here to Eternity'

Quote of the Day by Frank Sinatra:: Frank Sinatra, a legendary American singer, left behind a powerful message about facing life without fear. Hi

AIIMS- and Harvard-trained gut expert ranks best high-fibre foods: 3 score 10/10, 4 earn 9/10, heres the perfect fibre chart for you

Fibre Guide: Dietary fibre is essential for healthy digestion, balanced blood sugar and heart health. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gut health specialist,

A blue tie and plenty of buzz: Barron Trumps State of the Union appearance explained

Barron Trump's choice of a blue tie at the State of the Union address sparked viewer reactions, with many expecting red for solidarity. Additiona

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ZeroHarm Sciences raises Rs 65 cr from Kotak Life Sciences Fund, Alkemi Growth Capital

HYDERABAD, Feb 25: ZeroHarm Sciences, a nano-formulated, plant-based nutraceutical brand, on Wednesday announced it has raised Rs 65 crore from K

Negligible chance of rate hike in near term: RBI MPC Member

MUMBAI, Feb 25: Chances of benchmark interest rate going up are negligible notwithstanding building up of inflationary pressure on account of geo

Pakistan PM told me millions would have died without my intervention: Trump

New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump has said that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told him that 35 million people would have di

Delhi HC seeks police stand on Alka Lambas plea in police assault case

NEW DELHI, Feb 25: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the city police on a plea by Congress leader Alka Lamba challenging an F

Boy dies after falling from moving bus at Alangudi

Big Nvidia (NVDA) Q4 earnings today: heres what investors will watch from the Jensen Huang-led chip giant - NVDA stock forecast

Nvidia (NVDA) Q4 earnings today: Nvidia reports Q4 earnings today, February 25 and $65.7 billion is on the line. Wall Street expects EPS of $1.5

Delhi Police seizes heroin worth Rs 6 crore; peddler held

NEW DELHI, Feb 25: The Delhi Police has seized over 1 kg heroin worth around Rs 6 crore and arrested a 23-year-old suspected drug peddler, who co

Why Justice Pankaj Bhatias Censure Signals a Deeper Judicial Crisis

Judicial correction must be devoid of personal denigration.

The Ayyappa awaits: Sabarimala supreme's sanctum nears Supreme Court's final verdict

In 2006, the Indian Young Lawyers Association approached the Supreme Court of India, arguing that barring women violated constitutional guarantee

Nallakannu - a guiding light of simplicity, commitment and principled politics

R Nallakannu, who died in Chennai on Wednesday at the of 101, represented a generation of leaders shaped by the freedom struggle and guided by id

PM Modi receives red carpet welcome from Netanyahu as he begins 2-day visit to Israel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Israel for a significant state visit. He received a warm welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin

J&K Govt Activates 247 Helpline For Residents Returning From Iran

New Delhi, Feb 25: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has activated dedicated helpline numbers to assist residents of the Union Territory return

ACB Registers DA Case Against Inspector Vijay Choudhary

JAMMU, Feb 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against a Police Inspector following al

8 most expensive bridal looks of Bollywood actresses and their prices

Hyderabad: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, two famous South Indian actors, have confirmed their wedding plans. They will celebrate their

Al Shifa Pharm D students win DST grant for self-heating tech idea

Where nothing is real: Inside Hyderabads new museum

Hyderabad is a city that beautifully blends history and modern entertainment. From the majestic Charminar to hi-tech gaming zones and immersive e

Watch: People of Tamil Nadu have decided they will only vote for Palaniswami: Sellar Raju

Around 80 IIM Nagpur students boycott mid-term exams after classmates barred for overnight farewell party

Students at IIM Nagpur boycotted exams protesting disciplinary action. First-year students were barred from mid-term examinations after attending

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Trumps Delilah Law explained: How Indian truck drivers could face a new bump

Trumps Delilahs Law after a 2024 crash involving an Indian driver, has pushed the prospects of earning a living to the brink again

PM Modi Receives Red Carpet Welcome As He Begins 2-Day Visit To Israel

JERUSALEM, Feb 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel on Wednesday to a red-carpet welcome with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netan

InvIT Sector Pays Out 5,565 Crore in Q3, Cumulative Distribution is 83,770 Crore

Since inception, InvITs have cumulatively distributed Rs. 83,770 crores to unitholders, reinforcing their role as a key instrument for monetizing

Karnataka Mobile Shop Owner Stabbed After Dispute Over Rs 100 Screen Guard

A man allegedly stabbed a mobile shop owner following an argument over a screen guard replacement in Karnataka's Chitradurga district on Wednesda

Shashi Tharoor Launches Shalini Passis Book 'The Art of Being Fabulous'

Tharoor described the book as a manifesto for self-trust, observing that it redefines resilience as a sustained expression carried with composure

Revanth Reddy, Adobe CEO discuss Telangana Rising 2047 vision

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, February 25, emphasised that constructive plans needed to be envisaged to invit

'Bihar meat ban': Dy CM Vijay Sinha orders strict action against meat shops near temples & schools

New states, products for loyal customers, and external funding: Viva Money reveals plans for 2026

Viva Money is set for a significant 2026, launching a new IT platform to boost loan issuance and expand its product line. The digital lender will

PM Modi received by Netanyahu in Tel Aviv, gets red carpet welcome

India never allows any breach in citizens security: Yogi Adityanath addresses diaspora in Tokyo; seeks investment

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath arrived in Tokyo to attract investment and boost industrial cooperation. He emphasized India's commi

Naidu Lays Foundation for Veligonda Feeder Canal Lining Works

Following the foundation ceremony, the Chief Minister attended a public meeting at Markapuram Praja Vedika. This marks his first visit to Markapu

Will AI replace Indias IT sector? Viral Citrini's research study flags TCS, Infosys, Wipro at risk

A new report forecasts a 2028 global intelligence crisis. Rapid AI automation could lead to widespread job losses and economic disruption. Indian

UP: Delivery worker sets himself on fire at police station over seized bike

Bareilly: A 32-year-old delivery executive allegedly attempted self-immolation outside a police station in Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly after cops sei

BDA renews efforts to collect betterment fees in Bengaluru, targets principal of over 3,000 crore

The betterment fee will apply to land notified and later left out from the layout scheme

Waiting since 43 years: Family of Maoist chief Ganapathi beg him to come back

Hyderabad:The family members of senior Communist Party of India (Maoist) leader Muppalla Lakshmana Rao alias Ganapathi, who led the fringe party

Ranji Trophy Final: Jammu And Kashmir Tighten Grip With 527/6 Vs Karnataka On Day 2

Hubballi, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir piled on the agony for Karnataka, reaching a commanding 527 for six against the eight-time champions before b

NCERT to Remove Controversial Portion on Judiciary From Textbook

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi has taken suo motu cognisance

Capex pegged at Rs 48,164 crore in BMC's Rs 80,952 crore budget

BMC Budget 2026-27: Mumbai's civic body plans a significant Rs 48,164.28 crore capital expenditure for 2026-27. This marks an 11.59% rise, focusi

Labour Unrest At Indian Oil's Panipat Refinery, Work Stops Amid Clashes

Tension at the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) refinery in Panipat continued for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as contract laboure

Unrelated Videos Linked to Old BSF Corruption Case, Passed Off as Recent

The videos are unrelated to the incident, and all details date back to January 2018.

No Concern Over Abhishek, Tilak's Form, But Open To Playing Sanju: Sitanshu

Coming into the ICC showpiece in blazing form, Abhishek has found the going tough so far, scoring a mere 15 runs from four matches at an average

German leader presses China for fair trade and help ending Ukraine war

BEIJING, February 25, 2026 (AP) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called Wednesday for deepening ties with China, while pushing for fairer trade

Terror Funding Case: SC Questions NIA For Referring To Separatist Shabir Shahs Speeches Of 1990s

New Delhi, Feb 25: The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the NIA for referring to certain alleged inflammatory speeches of 1990s while opposi

Novartis India Concludes NEST 2.0, Draws Over 33,000 Registrations Nationwide

Now in its second edition, NEST 2.0 marked a strategic evolution from a competition-led format to a more partnership-driven model.

Delhi-Katra Expressway Construction On Track, Will Be Completed By March 2027: NHAI

Jammu, Feb 25: The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway, the fifth major expressway being developed in the country, is set for completion by March 202

From April 1, all petrol pumps mandated to sell E20 fuel

New Delhi: The government has mandated the sale of petrol with up to 20 per cent ethanol and a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95 across

Pleas against The Kerala Story 2 premature, misconceived: Producer to HC

Kochi: The producer of The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond has told the Kerala High Court that the pleas opposing the films release were premature, m

ISRO chairman to visit Shivamogga to take part in Science Day programme

The programme will be held at Kuvempu Rangamandira at 4 p.m.

LIVE |PM Modi in Tel Aviv, Israel | PM Modi meets Netanyahu | Israel-India bilateral talks underway

Revanth Pushes for Aggressive Global Investment Drive in Talks with Adobe CEO

CM seeks roadmap on AI, green energy and manufacturing growth as Adobe chief discusses global trends and Telangana Rising 2047 vision.

Sasikalas entry ahead of T.N. Assembly polls may aggravate AIADMKs woes

The likelihood of the AIADMKs support base in Tamil Nadu getting fragmented further looms large as Ms. Sasikala trained her guns on party general

Deaths of 41 tigers recorded in Maharashtra in 2025: Minister

The government is intensifying efforts to curb the deaths of tigers due to accidents, electrocution, and poaching, says State Forest Minister Gan

Stray dog beaten to death; case registered under BNS and PCA Act

The accused are alleged to have unlawfully assembled with the intention of committing the offence and attacked the dog using a wooden stick causi

Bengaluru-based AI startup launches voice-based Kanha AI companion for children powered by BharatGPT

CoRover AI has launched Kanha Ji, a screen-free voice-first AI companion for children aged 0-7. Designed to foster learning and emotional well-be

PM Modi Arrives in Israel

After a meeting with Netanyahu at the airport, Modi will address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, becoming the first Indian prime minister to hav

Pics of Tadoba Reserve Twin Tiger Cubs Break The Internet

A recent video from the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, featuring the twin tiger cubs has gone viral.

Odisha Vigilance seizes 4 crore from Mines officer Debabrata Mohantys house

Rishab Shetty's 'Jai Hanuman' Goes on Floors With Grand Muhurat Puja

The project was formally launched with a grand muhurat puja on February 22, 2026, at Anjanadri Betta in Hampi, a site revered as the birthplace o

Rupee dips 1 paisa to settle at 90.96 against US dollar

Mumbai, Feb 25 (PTI) The rupee stayed range-bound for the second consecutive day on Wednesday and settled 1 paisa lower at 90.96 (provisional) ag

'He is a Communist Mayor but ': Trump targets NYC's Zohran Mamdani urging tough voter ID crackdown

A year of contrasts: How 2025 reshaped Indias startup funding landscape

A deep dive into a year marked by restrained VC funding, buoyant IPOs, and early signs of a shift in investor sentiment.

Inside The Mexican Country Villa That Became 'El Mencho's' Final Refuge

Mexican cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, or El Mencho, spent his final hours in a luxury villa tucked inside the exclusive Tapalpa Country Club.

Pro-Pakistan Links BJP President Nitin Nabin makes explosive allegations against Rahul Gandhi

SIM-Binding Rules Won't Change, Security Comes First: Jyotiraditya Scindia

The government's decision on SIM-binding rules will not change because security issues are more important on national interest grounds than matte

11,000 crore Japanese boost to UP: CM Yogi seals mega industrial investment deals in Tokyo

No development funds on priority for villages without cremation grounds: Minister

In a written reply to a question regarding an incident at Patewadi in Ahilyanagar district, the tribal woman's body was taken to a government off

Notices to voters during SIR are BJPs votebandi after notebandi: Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow, Feb 25 (PTI) Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said that notices to voters were being issued on a large scale during the

Opinion: Opinion | How Israel Once Defied Its Biggest Ally To Help India

In 1971, when the world turned its back on India, Israel provided weapons when we needed them most, defying their own superpower ally.

145 East arrives in Chennai, reimagining Bengals gamcha into contemporary, summer-ready silhouettes

At Studio Samasta, the collection features a summer-ready edit of ankle-length dresses, palazzo pants, and saris all inspired by the traditional

Wait is over! First photo of Rashmika, Vijay as bride and groom

Hyderabad: Just a day remains before Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda officially become husband and wife. After years of speculation and w

Iran resists Trump pressure as US deploys troops ahead of Geneva talks

Dubai: Iran pushed back on Wednesday, February 25, against United States (US) President Donald Trumps pressure tactics ahead of critical talks in

Milk Alone Is Not Enough For Your Child's Growth, Nutritionist Explains Why

Strong growth comes from balanced meals, good sleep and active play not just a daily glass of milk.

'Exiting not by choice': Indian founder sells startup in Sweden, returns to India calling immigration 'hostile' & 'dysfunctional'

An Indian entrepreneur has sold his Swedish microgreens company and returned to India, citing a hostile and dysfunctional immigration system. Abh

Weight-Loss Surgery May Protect Your Heart More Than Drugs Like Ozempic, Mounjaro: Study

A new study suggests bariatric surgery may offer stronger long-term heart protection than GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro.