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Dominance of a Handful of Players in Telugu Film Distribution Is Facing a Challenge, With New Entrants Stepping In To Claim a Share of the Lucrat

Hyderabad to see 40-hour drinking water supply disruption

Hyderabad: Drinking water supply will be disrupted for nearly 40 hours in several parts of Hyderabad starting from Wednesday, February 11. Accord

Railway allocation for Tamil Nadu up 8.5 times since 2014, but land handover delays projects: Vaishnaw

Centre says funds not a constraint; only 24 per cent of required land handed over despite 1,465 crore paid to State

ED Hyderabad conducts searches in Ahmedabad in illegal call centre money laundering probe

Grievance meet held for ex-servicemen in Mysuru

Messaging power: on a healthy digital marketplace | The Hindu Editorial

The data sharing policies of WhatsApp must be scrutinised thoroughly

Trade unions call for strike on February 12

Trade unions want the government to repeal the four labour codes and withdraw several proposed and existing policies affecting workers and farmer

Gold price, silver rate: Should investors expect big drops again?

Gold rate, silver price have been hitting headlines after a volatile week. Is there any chance that bullion prices may drop big in near-term.

DGCA begins special audit of charter companies

The audit, which comes in the backdrop of the Baramati air crash on January 28, will be conducted in two phases and will cover both aircraft and

What and when is Presidents Day 2026, and what will be open or closed on the day? Date, meaning, history and closures. Here's federal holidays list for 2026

What and when is Presidents Day 2026, and what will be open or closed on the day? Presidents Day 2026 falls on Monday, Feb. 16. It is a federal h

VMRDA launches Green Triangle Ecotourism project in Visakhapatnam

The citys most popular green spacesIndira Gandhi Zoological Park, Kailasagiri Hill, and Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuarywill be integrated into a

SCR GM directs RPF to step up vigilance on trains, enforce safety norms

Assam: Gaurav Gogoi hits back at Himanta Biswa Sarma with counter questions, denies Agent charge

Dont chase social media, chase your goals: SP tells UPSC, KPSC aspirants

Love Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: Women are meant to be loved, not to be understood

Love Quote of the day: This line captures Wildes belief that love is not diminished by mystery. Instead, it is enriched by it. In the context of

AIADMK councillorsstage sit-in protest at council meeting in Salem

Word of the day: Pinnacle

Pinnacle meaning: The word pinnacle signifies the highest point. It applies to literal peaks and career achievements. Historically, it referred t

Beijing residents say Japan election could affect China-Japan ties

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe power to eight-wicket win over Oman

Colombo: The highly rated Brian Bennett showed his class on the big stage with an unbeaten 36-ball 48 to complement the bowlers excellent display

T20WC: Canada Elects to Bowl vs South Africa

Dilpreet Bajwa is captaining Canada for the first time in a T20I match

Canada Indian shooting: Parents had wanted victim to return home

We had never expected this, not even in our dreams. We had been telling him to come back as it has been six to seven years since he left for Cana

Amazon is using AI to help people find their missing dogs: Here's how

Amazon Ring's new AI feature, Search Party for Dogs, is helping reunite lost pets with owners. Neighborhood Ring cameras scan for missing dogs, a

Villagers of Kallikudi taluk protest demanding closure of illegal quarries

Villagers alleged that quarries were illegally encroaching on government wasteland, river tanks, waterbodies, Panchami lands, and lands assigned

Train services diverted for track maintenance

T20 World Cup: Canada win toss, opt to bowl against South Africa

South Africa had finished as runners-up after losing to India in the last edition in 2024

Pandorum Technologies bags $18 mn in Series B funding to advance regenerative therapies

The India and US-based biotechnology firm said the funding will support clinical programmes, manufacturing scale-up and operations across the US

Fish sellers left to fend for themselves under unhygienic conditions in Karaikal

Lab technician assaulted by husband in Government Virudhunagar Medical College Hospital

Nationwide strike on Thursday to see 30 crore workers participation: Trade Unions

A nationwide general strike is confirmed for February 12. Over 30 crore workers are expected to participate. This protest aims to resist governme

Iran ready to dilute highly enriched uranium if all sanctions lifted: Nuclear chief

In a significant move, Iran's atomic energy leader declared the nation is prepared to lower its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. This propos

Recurring brain stroke affects up to 20% of patients, Indian data shows

Godrej Agrovet launches new insecticide TAKAI for rice crops

Powered by CyclaprynTM technology, it delivers rapid feeding cessation and sustained pest control over a longer duration, says Godrej Agrovet (Cr

Ramchander Rao alleges CongressBRSMajlis nexus in local body elections

Mass reading programmes organised in schools ahead of Porunai Book Fair

Silver price prediction futures: Could silver price surge to $200 in 2026? Heres what would have to happen

Silver price prediction futures: Silver prices shocked markets in 2026 after hitting $121 an ounce, then crashing over 30% in days. Federal Reser

Anuv Jain Delivers A Soulful Evening In Hyderabad

The Hyderabad showcase stood out for its stripped-back elegance and immersive production allowing the music and lyrics to take centre stage

Accident survivors, doctors appeal to public to follow road traffic rules

Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia forgo their fees for ORomeo

Mumbai: Actors Vikrant Massey and Tamannaah Bhatia like to stick to their word when it comes to artistic pursuits. The actors, who will be seen i

Asaduddin Owaisi files complaint against Assam Chief Minister over alleged hate speech video

'Hope that House will run': TMCs Abhishek on Oppn's No-Confidence Motion against Om Birla

'Most wanted' ganja smuggler nabbed in Chittoor

Pakistan says Afghanistan has created conditions similar to or worse than pre-9/11 attacks

ISLAMABAD, February 9, 2026 (AP) Pakistans president has warned that the Talibans government in Afghanistan has created conditions similar to or

Visually impaired persons stage protest in Tiruchi

IIT-Madras launches BS programme in Aeronautics and Space Technology

The programme will be offered in online mode and is designed to equip learners with industry-relevant analysis and design capabilities

Naqvi to seek PM Sharifs nod on India match after Bangladesh appeal

Karachi: Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi is set to request his Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to withdraw the boycott of their T20 World

Wagle Estate: Thane's BKC in the Making

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 9: Wagle Estate has rapidly emerged as a vibrant commercial powerhouse of Thane, positioning itself as the

Free meal scheme for sanitation workers launched across Central region

Nutritious meal to be served in tiffin boxes with insulated thermal carrying bags to keep the food warm; permanent and contract workers, domestic

Ranji Trophy Quarterfinals | Gharamis spectacular innings ends at 299, Bengal all but through to the semifinals

The 26-year-old becomes the third batter after Crowe and Powell to be dismissed one short of 300 in First Class cricket; his 221-run stand with G

Scientists Find Moon's Two Sides Tell The Same Geological Story

A major breakthrough occurred in June 2024 when China's Chang'e-6 mission delivered 1,935 grams of lunar samples from the Apollo Basin to Earth.

Draft Income Tax Rules raises threshold for quoting PAN for cash deposits, car purchase, others

Draft Income Tax Rules propose significant increases in PAN quoting thresholds for various transactions, including cash deposits, vehicle purchas

Indian family biz thrived on instinct. Now it needs something more

Indian family businesses are confident and resilient amidst global uncertainty. However, they are not adopting new technologies as quickly as int

Centre invites applications for RINL CMD, opts for search panel route

Move seen as key step to end interim leadership at Vizag Steel Plant as PSU records operational turnaround and returns to cash profit

Does Rice Really Make You Gain Weight? Here's The Truth

Weight loss is a common objective, and understanding the role of different foods, including rice, is essential.

Puthiya Tamilagam still unsure about alliance

When a single party rules, the plight of the people at grassroots goes unnoticed; solutions to peoples problems can only be found if weparticipat

3 Sisters, 1 Room, Many Lies: The Ghaziabad Triple Suicide Mystery Deepens

Multiple marriages, five children crammed in a single room, a mysterious 2018 death, and financial ruin - the triple suicide of three sisters in

Public sector banks post 18% growth in profit to record 52,603 cr in Q3

Market leader SBI alone contributed 40% to the total earnings of 52,603 crore, as per the published numbers on stock exchanges

Anti-incumbency in Tamil Nadu, says BJP leader

Minister launches free meal scheme forconservancy workers in Salem Corporation

Norwegian ambassador resigns as she faces scrutiny over contacts with Epstein

The Ministry announced Mona Juul's resignation on February 8, in the evening, days after she was suspended as Norway's ambassador to Jordan

National interest guiding factor for India's energy imports: Vikram Misri

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India's energy import decisions are driven by national interest, diversification and price stability, amid sc

Sunidhi Chauhans Chennai concert turned into a karaoke night for millennials

From viral mashups to Tamil cinema favourites, Sunidhi Chauhan delivered a high-voltage set in Chennai that had the arena singing every word back

Rajasthan police detain 12 Tablighi Jamaat men, drop them at Gujarat border

Banswara: Twelve members of Gujarats Tablighi Jamaat were detained in Rajasthans Banswara district for allegedly behaving aggressively with the p

Kannada Bhavan blueprint under preparation: DC

The facility proposed in memory of the successful conduct of the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana is coming up in Mandya at a cost of Rs 5.50 crore

That new tax break comes at a cost: How it could be weakening Social Security

Social Security supports millions of retirees in the U.S. But the program is under pressure from money shortages, population changes, and new tax

7-Year-Old Tibetan Girl Raped In Odisha, Minor Detained: Police

A seven-year-old Tibetan girl was allegedly raped in Odisha's Gajapati district on Monday, police said.

UP's economy more than doubles in 8 years to Rs 30.25 lakh crore: Eco Survey

Uttar Pradesh's economy has more than doubled in eight years, surpassing Rs 30.25 lakh crore. Per capita income has also doubled. The state's con

Free meal scheme for over 9,000 conservancy workers begins in Coimbatore

Dropping Rahul was the turning point: Smaran

Sharad Pawar hospitalised in Pune due to chest congestion, exertion

Doctors say Mr. Pawars condition is stable, and that he has been admitted to a private room, and not the intensive care unit (ICU); grand-nephew

19 students embark on 600-km cycle rally against drugs, human trafficking

Radiance Renewables raises $100M from Impact Fund Denmark and FMO

Radiance Renewables will use this capital to expand its operations across greenfield solar, hybrid wind-solar, and behind-the-meter projects.

Food poisoning at Devarapalli ashram school: 35 students discharged

Ten students remain under medical observation and the Tribal Welfare Department In-charge Director to submit a ground-level report to higher auth

Three Try To Abduct Schoolgirl In Belthangady, Injure Her

The girl was in a scooter to school when three men, who arrived in a Maruti Omni van with their faces covered, intercepted her about 300 metres f

Indian family businesses outpace global peers in growth confidence, lag on tech investment

Indian family businesses show strong optimism for future growth, outpacing global peers. While many are embracing digital transformation and AI,

Apollo centres launch Zero to Hero campaign to stress early cancer detection

As part of the campaign, the centres hosted an expert-led interaction focusing on the benefits of early detection across cancer types

NCLT greenlights Ambuja Cements' merger with its arm Sanghi Industries

The approval comes after Ambuja Cements, in 2023, completed the acquisition of Sanghi Industries, at an enterprise value of 5,185 crore

Coimbatore Corporation to re-lay 1,847 roads at 106.55 crore

SC: 54k Cr Cyber Fraud is 'Dacoity'; SoP Needed

Noting that such offences may be due to either collusion by or the negligence of bank officials, the top court stressed the need for timely actio

Trump cheers Japans historic shift as LIMITLESS: Takaichi's win signals tough right-wing turn

Bird flu situation under control in A.P., says Agriculture Minister Atchnnaidu

Additional samples gathered from Sodam and Karvetinagaram have been sent to laboratory Bhopal for testing, says Atchannaidu

FIH Pro League | Seniors bring stability and experience, there will be no LA if we dont do 2026 well: India head coach Craig Fulton

Nationwide strike on Thursday to see 30 cr workers participation: Trade Unions

New Delhi, Feb 9 (PTI) A joint platform of 10 central trade unions on Monday said that the call for a nationwide general strike on February 12 is

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 121.40 feet

Shivamogga Police arrest four for supplying banned items to the Shivamogga Central Prison

Super Bowl moment: Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton take their romance public at first joint outing

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton made their first public appearance together at the Super Bowl, spotted by NBC cameras. Eyewitnesses described t

Standard Diabetes Test May Misdiagnose South Asians, Including Indians: Lancet Study

Diabetes diagnosis in India may be misled by HbA1c tests, especially in populations with anaemia and blood disorders, Lancet study warns.

Discarded Fishnet Collection Centres to come up in coastal districts of the central region

Sites identified for the centres will come up in four coastal districts of Pudukottai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur and Thanjavur under the TN-SHORE P

Top Court Directs Centre To Frame SOP To Deal With 'Digital Arrest' Scams

The Supreme Court on Monday described the siphoning of over Rs 54,000 crore by digital frauds as absolute obbery or dacoity and asked the Centre

UP Boy, 16, Killed After Being Hit By Vande Bharat Express

A 16-year-old boy died after being hit by the Vande Bharat Express here, with his family members booked for vandalising the hospital where he was

Serving of free food for sanitary workers launched