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Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela Name Their Twins Shivram and Anveera Devi

The couple has named their newborns Shivram and Anveera Devi.

Watch: Elderly Woman Confronts Man Riding Scooter On Footpath, Internet Lauds Her Courage

In Kozhikode, an elderly woman confronts a scooter rider using the footpath illegally, urging safer behavior. The viral video has over 21 million

Netanyahu seeks to strip Palestinian citizens convicted of violent crimes of Israeli nationality

If the court moves ahead, it would make Israel one of the few nations including Bahrain to revoke citizenship of people born with the status in

Japan seizes Chinese fishing vessel, arrests captain

In November, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi enraged China by suggesting that Japan would intervene militarily if Beijing sought to take Taiwan by

Why is gold price down by 3% and will it go below $4,900 or rise again? Spot gold drop, analysts insights and market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now

Gold dropped below $5,000 per ounce as US economic data reinforced expectations of no near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts. Spot prices fell 3% to

Trump Administration Reaches Trade Deal to Lower Taiwan's Tariff Barriers

The agreement comes as the US remains reliant on Taiwan for its production of computer chips, the exporting of which contributed to a trade imbal

Trade Deal With US New Economic Pillar: India's Washington Envoy To NDTV

India's Ambassador to the United States and former Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra has called the proposed India-US trade agreement a ew ec

Bangladesh vote a well-planned farce, says Sheikh Hasina, pressing for Awami League comeback as BNP triumphs

Bangladesh's opposition BNP has claimed victory in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. However, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of the

'Haven't spoken to him about it...': Trump says not aware of Lutnick's visit to Epstein's island

A Timeline Of Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

White House border czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday that US President Donald Trump had agreed to end an immigration-enforcement surge in Minn

Hasina slams Bangladesh elections as well-planned farce, demands 'free, fair and inclusive' polls

She claimed that voter turnout was negligible in most polling centres nationwide, and in many centres across the capital and other areas, there w

Morning Digest: Polling ends in Bangladesh for parliamentary election; MEA refuses to deny U.S. claims on Indias Russian oil imports, and more

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Consular Access 16 Indian Sailors Detained in Iran Secured: MEA

8 Released, 8 Remain in Custody

'Proposal Under Review': India On US Invite To Join Trump's 'Board of Peace'

India is reviewing the United States' invitation to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip, according to the Foreign Min

Karnataka Cabinet Okays IPL Matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

Cricket matches have remained suspended at the stadium after celebrations marking Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) maiden IPL title win in Jun

Indian Textile Exports To US To Get Same Benefits As Bangladesh: Piyush Goyal

India's textile exports to the US will receive the same benefits Washington has extended to Bangladesh, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goy

India Reviewing Proposal to Join Trumps Board of Peace

Jaiswal said India has consistently supported efforts that promote peace, stability, and dialogue in West Asia

Supreme Court declines to entertain plea against pujas at Ladle Mashaq Dargah in Aland town in Kalaburagi

The petitioner submitted that the property had already been declared a Waqf and despite this, third parties were seeking permission to conduct pu

VB-G RAM G: when a policy shift meets rural realities

While the Centre maintains that VB-G RAM G is an improved version of MGNREGA, critics say it dilutes the legal right to employment guaranteed und

We Stand For Free, Fair, Inclusive Elections: India On Bangladesh Polls

India on Thursday said it will wait for the outcome of the elections in Bangladesh and the mandate, and then look at issues which are there.

Govt approves Rs 4703.81 crore for 82 infrastructure projects in North East under NESIDS

According to the govt, a total of 82 projects costing Rs 4703.81 crores have been sanctioned under NESIDS during the last two financial years, i.

SEBI to take measures to cut regulation cost: Pandey

He said that the discussion regarding cutting costs was part of a larger inter-regulatory discussion

Bangladesh Election Results: BNP Crosses 151 of 300 Seats

The Election Commission (EC) is yet to make a formal announcement

Word of the Day: Splendiferousness

Splendiferousness refers to the state of being exceptionally splendid, luminous, or charmingly impressive.The word carries a playful tone while e

Student from Kolkata living in Bangladesh for 5 years expects peace to return now to that country

According to him, anti-India sentiments also seemed to be slowly losing its grip on the citizens, with many people beginning to talk about the go

AI dominates SoftBank's portfolio as OpenAI gains drive profits

AI-related holdings accounted for about 18% of the SoftBank groups net asset value roughly three years ago, but now represent more than 60%.

Mother, 4 Others Arrested For Murder Of Dehradun Businessman

The Uttarakhand Police on Thursday arrested five people, including the victim's mother and two shooters, in connection with the murder of busines

Trump administration reaches a trade deal to lower Taiwan's tariff barriers

Taiwan tariff deal: The agreement comes as the U.S. remains reliant on Taiwan for its production of computer chips, the exporting of which contri

What is NYC Polymarket free grocery store and where is it located? Here's free items list and how to get groceries at no cost for 'limited time'

What is NYC Polymarket free grocery store and where is it located? The prediction market company Polymarket opened a free grocery pop-up in Manha

Morning Brief Podcast: Explaining the new Income Tax Rules

India didn't send observers for Bangladesh polls: MEA

Telangana Spotlight: A glittering view, a gasping lake

The gem-like appearance of Durgam Cheruvu hides a sinister, calculated assault. As evening lights and rooftop views sell the lake as a tourist sp

Bangladesh's BNP wins big in historic parliamentary election

Bangladesh election result: A clear outcome had been seen as crucial for stability in the Muslim-majority country of 175 million after months of

BNP Has Edge Over Jamaat As Bangladesh Poll Results Trickle In: 10 Points

The Bangladesh elections saw a turnout of over 55 per cent. More than 55,454 observers from 81 local organisations monitored the polls, alongside

Bangladesh TV Channels Show BNP Leading As Vote Counting Continues

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party crossed the halfway mark to win the parliamentary election on Friday, a local TV station showed, as ballots were

US, Taiwan Finalise Deal To Cut Tariffs, Boost Purchases Of American Goods

Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% US tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while commi

Unacceptable: Macron Wants Answers On French Diplomat In Epstein Files

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said something should have been done earlier about a French diplomat who was investigated in the US for all

Zinnov Foundation Advances Art in Public Spaces through Art Conference 2026, Research Releases and Public Education Initiatives

Some emotions deserve a platinum token of love

Salmans brother-in-law receives threat email

Superstar Salman Khans brother-in-law Aayush Sharma has allegedly received a threat email, police have said, the development coming close on the

Its a Go: Ministry clears purchase of 114 Rafales, SCALP missiles & more

India's defence ministry has greenlit the purchase of 114 Rafale fighter jets, with most to be manufactured domestically. This significant acquis

Rajpal Yadav has paid half the amount in cheque bounce

Actor Rajpal Yadavs legal reprsentative, Bhaskar Upadhyay has said that half the amount in the financial insolvency case of the actor has been pa

Thought of the day by Don Herold: 'Work is the greatest thing in the world, so we should always save some of it for tomorrow.'

Thought of the day by Don Herold shares a line on work and delay. The quote says work is the greatest thing in the world, so we should save some

SC directs title change for Ghooskhor Pandat

Observing that a section of society cannot be denigrated in the name of freedom of expression, the Supreme Court on Thursday rapped filmmaker Nee

A Blueprint for Shared Security: MILAN 2026 as the Global Anchor for Collective Maritime Peace

Woman's romantic note left on Virgin Airlines flight for cute guy goes viral - here's what she wrote

Isabella Duric, 23, went viral on TikTok after writing a love note to a cute guy seated behind her on a Virgin Australia flight from Sydney to Me

Trump Says He Will Meet China President Xi Jinping In April

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, with Xi expected to visit the United Sta

Kerala fed up with LDF, UDF; looking to BJP-NDA with great hope: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Feb 12 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Kerala is fed up with ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the opposition Uni

Seattle reaches USD 29M settlement with family of grad student from India struck, killed by officer

SEATTLE, Feb 12: The city of Seattle has reached a USD 29 million settlement with the family of a 23-year-old graduate student from India who was

Match-winning show but not heart-winning one: India beat Namibia by 93 runs

NEW DELHI, Feb 12: Sanju Samson disappointed again, Ishan Kishan dazzled and his mentor Hardik Pandya entertained but Indias 93-run victory over

Bangladesh After the Poll: An Institutional Test

Uttam Prakash Bangladeshs election is not only a contest for power, but a measure of whether political legitimacy has been translated into durabl

When the Future walks beside us

Rachna Vinod rvbooks25@gmail.com On most days, if you notice long enough, you can see the future walking past you. It may be a young girl in a sc

JMV launches all-new e-auto, Mahindra UDO

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: Jammu Motor Vehicles (JMV), an Authorised Dealership of Mahindra unveiled the all-new e-auto, Mahindra UDO

Rejuvenate AIR, Jammu Station

O.P. Sharma opsharmajournalist@gmail.com Every year, World Radio Day is observed on February 13, and this year too it is being celebrated in the

CU launches Rs 250 cr scholarship program through CUCET 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: To support meritorious and financially disadvantaged students, Chandigarh University (CU) today announced

SMART Bazaar announces Purana becho mehenga, aur naya kharido sasta offer

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: SMART Bazaar, Indias trusted value retail destination today launched its biggest-ever SMART Bazaar Exchang

Stakeholders discuss use of AI aligned with NEP 2020

FM Sitharaman: No cut in funds to states, release now tied to delivery

Deepen ties with masses, PM Modi tells Kerala BJP

BJP holds workshop on Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: A one-day workshop on Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan2026 organized by the Jammu & Kashmir B

LG calls upon people to celebrate Indias grand renaissance

* Attends Dyar Daham celebrations Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today called upon the people to celebrat

Approval granted for completion of Mendhar Mini Sectt: Govt to HC

* DB disposes of PIL Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has cleared the way for completion of th

Sat Sharma seeks details on conservation of monuments in J&K; calls on Nitin Nabin

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 12: Jammu & Kashmir BJP president and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma CA, sought reply on a

Dr Jitendra assures Rajya Sabha, Indias Nuclear programme unaffected by geopolitical shifts

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 12: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Pe

Speaker assures discussion on fake news issue as legislators voice concern over tarnishing of image

Fake videos being circulated from political handles too *BJP MLAs seek action against Harshdev, withdrawal of award Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 12:

Cong empowered women in country: JKPCC chief

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra has said that Congress always empowered women in political field and ev

Shri Amarnath yatras Pratham Pooja on June 29, commencement date soon

Insurance cover for yatris, others to be doubled Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: During its 50th Board meeting, Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Bo

HC flags shocking 4 yr delay in deciding appeal in Himayat Scheme case

*Seeks Govt response on penalty, recovery notices Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has taken s

Ladakh returned to normalcy after Sonam Wangchuk detention, govt tells SC

Quote of the day by Donald Trump: I try to learn from the past, but I plan for the future by focusing exclusively on the present. That's where the fun is.

Donald Trumps quote, I try to learn from the past, but I plan for the future by focusing exclusively on the present. That's where the fun is, sho

JRTC aro ATC nangrime seminar-ko ongata

SHILLONG: Bristibar salo, John Roberts Theological College (JRTC), Mizoram adokni Aizawl Theological College baksa Annual Joint Seminar-ko ongata

Politicians misuse of social media, needto act in such cases: J&K Minister Sakina Itoo

Legislator R.S. Pathania demanded a dedicated Media Monitoring Cellin the DIPR for real-time tracking of fake news

Bihar-ni dilgipa, Budget-ni bidingo Shullai baksa chanchirima

SHILLONG: Budbar salo, Bihar Legislative Council (BLC)-ni membor Devesh Kumar, Meghalaya adokni Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai-ko Shillong-o gro

Donald Trump not well and who is undisputed champion of coal? US President's speech at White House event sparks health debate

Donald Trump not well and who is undisputed champion of coal? The question gained attention after a White House speech where Donald Trump appeare

Kurachakanirangko chusokatjani aselsa niam gri koelarangko bikotenga: Cong

SHILLONG: National Peoples Party (NPP)-chi dilenggipa Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) sorkari, adoko koela bikotaniko taraken abachengpiltain

Garobadha-o Nirupama skulni bilsi 25 gapaniko manichakata

TURA: Garobadha-o donggipa Nirupama Memorial Secondary School-ni Silver Jubilee ba bilsi 25 gapaniko mijal February-ni 12 tarik dipet manina abac

SWGH-ni JNV-o Maths-Science Exhibition-ko ongata

AMPATI: Adita salrangna skang, South West Garo Hills ajani Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV)-o Maths-Science Exhibition-ko ongatangaha aro ia Exhi

Prioritise Teacher Recruitment

The debate in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly over frozen teacher posts has once again exposed a long-standing structural weakness in

MLAs across party lines for drastic action against contractors quoting below percentage rates

Officers be also made accountable for this malpractice Avtar Bhat / Nishikant Khajuria JAMMU, Feb 12: Members across the party lines today expres

Finance Dept assigns addl responsibilities to 4 officers

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: The Finance Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has assigned additional responsibilities to fou

EJH-o koela adam gopretanina sakgniko rimdapa

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, East Jaintia Hills ajani Thangsko jolo donggipa koela adam gopretanichi sak 32 manderang sina nangahani gimin ar

Annual flood protection works on River Tawi executed under UT CAPEX, NABARD: Javed

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: Minister for Jal Shakti Javed Ahmed Rana today informed the Legislative Assembly that flood management and

8 of 124 saffron borewells functional in Kashmir, 77 defunct: Govt

Suhail Bhat SRINAGAR, Feb 12: The Government today said that only eight of the 124 community borewells planned under the National Saffron Mission

Darakhshan lays foundation for ladies sabaat, inaugurates kiosks at Makhdoom Sahib Shrine

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 12: Chairperson of the Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Board and Minister of State, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi today l

Ministers adverse remarks in Rajasthan Assembly on right to health spark controversy

What is the need for a law on the right to health? Gajendra Singh Khimsar asked, leading to objection by the Opposition Congress MLAs, who raised

GHADC election-o Congress, doltangari susaaigen

GHADC-ni gimik seat-rangon susagen: Pala SHILLONG: Ia bilsio ongatna sienggipa Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o Congress

Aishwary leads Indias clean sweep in 50m rifle 3-positions

ASIAN SHOOTING RIFLE/PISTOL CSHIP NEW DELHI, Feb 12: World championship silver medallist Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar beat teammate Niraj Kumar to

BJP set for historic third term in Assam: Sunil Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent SILCHAR, (Assam), Feb 12: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly and BJP Election Co-incharge f

Captains Lead the Charge as REIHL Season 3 Finals Line-Up Confirmed

Shakar Chiktan Queens to face Sham Eagles in womens final on February 13 Humas Warriors set to face Purig Warriors in mens title clash on Februar

Trump Ends Immigration Crackdown In Minnesota

President Donald Trump's pointman on Thursday announced the end of an aggressive immigration operation in Minnesota that triggered large protests