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Domestic tourism in Kerala soars, foreign arrivals remain tepid

Domestic tourism in Kerala reached a record 2.58 crore visitors in 2025, with local travelers accounting for 2.5 crore, marking a 12.46% increase

Stalin inaugurates new housing units at Sri Lankan Tamils rehabilitation centre in Sivaganga

Industry leaders, MP react sharply over Priyank Kharges communal branding of coastal region

Capt. Brijesh Chowta, Dakshina Kannada MP, reacts to Mr. Kharges statement on X, saying that if Congress had not been so insecure about the coast

Watch: Akhilesh Yadav alleges targeted theft of PDA votes during SIR

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has alleged large-scale irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Uttar Pra

Choice between dogs and Muslims not difficult: US Congressman Randy Fine

Florida: US Congressman Randy Fine, on Monday, February 16, stirred controversy after he claimed that if he were ever forced to choose between do

Extend land reforms to plantation sector: Prabhat Patnaik

Prof. Patnaik, former vice-chairperson of the State Planning Board, was addressing a seminar held as part of the three-day Vision 2031: An Intern

Court takes cognisance of EDs prosecution complaint in Videocon Mozambique oil deal case

The agency has identified proceeds of alleged crime amounting to 1,136.49 crore

SC rejects plea over hoardings prohibiting entry of pastors in Chhattisgarh

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday. February 16, dismissed a plea challenging the Chhattisgarh High Court order in a matter pertaining to hoa

HC upholds life sentence to pastor for sexually assaulting girl with physical and intellectual disability

Crocodile captured near Kanekal village, shifted to safety

President to visit Vsakhapatnam on February 17 on a two-day visit

Droupadi Murmu to take part in International Fleet Review on February 18

Old bridge at Feroke converted into food street

Ramanathapuram farmers demand market-rate compensation for highway land acquisition

Farmers aregreatly affectedbecause compensation for land and houses is being provided with discrepancies and at reduced rates, without following

North coastal A.P. likely to come under Vizag Customs with launch of Bhogapuram airport

Forests in Kerala dry up early raising wildfire threats

Climate change and lack of rainfall in February the main causes. Proliferation of invasive plant species another major factor

Ugrappa urges CM Siddaramaiah to take all-party delegation to Centre on inclusion of reservation act in Ninth Schedule

Hyderabad: Salesman held for stealing 1 kg gold from jewellery shop

Hyderabad: A salesperson has been arrested for allegedly stealing one kilogram of gold worth Rs 1.65 crore from the outlet of a Kerala-based jewe

Man awarded life imprisonment in murder case in Kurnool

TNPCB asked to investigate abandoned quarry in Mudalipalayam-Nallur under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

No irrigation scheme for Salem in DMK regime, allegesPasumai Thaayagam president

Telangana High Court issues notices to government over GHMC division

From flood lessons to heat stress forecasts, experts outline AI roadmap for Kerala

Eminent speakers air their ideas on Information Technology Digital revolution in the era of AI at the Vision 2031 conference

Watch: Breaking boundaries: Director R. Gowtham brings Tamil independent cinema to Berlin

In this interview, Tamil filmmaker R. Gowtham opens up about creating his debut film with friends, poetry, instinct and zero industry backing. Fr

British Museum removes word Palestine from ancient Middle East displays

London: The British Museum has removed references to the term Palestine from some displays relating to the ancient Middle East following concerns

Staff crunch cripples Town Planning Department after GHMC trifurcation

After the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporations expansion and trifurcation, Hyderabads Town Planning wing faces crippling staff shortage, weak

Land-for-jobs: Delhi court formally frames charges against Lalu, wife

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Monday, February 16, formally framed charges against former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and his wife Rabri Dev

300-Crore Tax Arrears Under Scanner As Nellore Corporation Warns Defaulters 46 Grievances Received At Public Forum

Defaulters have already been served court notices twice through Lok Adalat proceedings: Commissioner Y.O. Nandan

Hyderabad businessman, Modi author Ravi Mantha named in Epstein files

Hyderabad: City-based businessman Ravi Mantha, who also reportedly helped Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his 2014 electoral campaign, was amon

CK Israni rides infra boom, eyes 1,200 crore topline in FY27

Beyond construction, CK Israni Group is exploring logistics parks, data centres, hospitality in tier-II and III cities, and selective entertainme

New coastal corridor likely to turn Vizag, Bhogapuram into twin cities

Plan includes features such as a 1-km elevated flyover near Rushikonda to protect existing resorts and hotels and four elevated corridors that wi

Farmer electrocuted by illegal electric fence near Kadaladi

Arrangements for annual Tirumala Teppotsavam reviewed

RBI plans mandatory reporting of offshore related-party rupee FX contracts

The RBI has proposed expanding reporting norms to require AD Cat-I banks to disclose all offshore related-party rupee FX derivative contracts to

Dogra thrilled at completing 10,000 runs in Ranji Trophy

Name Of Kerala Daily Wage Worker Dubbed Not An Indian Citizen Restored In Electoral Rolls

Mohammad had faced distress when a complaint was filed questioning his nationality and seeking the removal of his name from the electoral roll of

India's unemployment hits 3-month high of 5% in January, shows PLFS data

India's unemployment rate climbed to 5% in January, a three-month high, as rural seasonal factors and post-harvest slack pushed joblessness up, e

City police arrest rowdy sheeter, drug trafficker

Prime Minister Modi Visits Jio AI Pavilion at India AI Impact Summit

Jio's initiative aims to make AI accessible for everyone, highlighting the need for inclusivity in tech advancements.

The Animated Bytes of Wellness (Dis)content

Animations of celery wisecracks, dancing strawberries, and carrot chatter are winning millions of hearts online, but at the cost of misleading he

Surya Grahan 17 Feb 2026: Phalguna Amavasya, Solar Eclipse on same day; check timings, significance, dos and donts

Phalguna Amavasya, a day for ancestor worship, falls on February 17, 2026, coinciding with a solar eclipse. While not visible in India, the eclip

On Camera, Train Stops Just In Time As Drunk Teen Sleeps On Tracks

A major mishap was averted at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on Monday afternoon after a drunk teenager was discovered lyin

EAGLE Force arrests inter-State cocaine peddler and two associates in Kondapur, seizing 32 grams during a raid

RSS Leaders Involved in Money Laundering, Alleges Minister

Kharge's commitment to register the RSS has sparked debate, with opposing voices claiming the organization functions within legal boundaries.

Bill Gates lauds A.P.s future roadmap based on emerging technologies

State setting up international standard facilities to foster growth of quantum technology

India will stand first among the top 10 countries in quantum technology in the coming days, says Mission Director of Amaravati State Quantum Miss

3 Inmates Escape From RS Pura Observation Home After Attacking Policemen

JAMMU, Feb 16: Three inmates, including two Pakistani nationals, escaped from an observation home in the RS Pura area on Monday evening after att

Preparations under way ahead of Chief Ministers two-day visit to Kanniyakumari

Human-wildlife conflict cases on the rise in Idukki; tusker Padayappa destroys vehicle

The tusker is currently in musth and is travelling long distances under the cover of night; forest department advises residents and tourists to m

MP IAS Officer Generates Buzz By Marrying 3 IAS Officers, One After Another, Latest Wedding Solemnized In Kuno National Park

Mr. Prasad is currently posted as chief executive officer (CEO), Madhya Pradesh Employment Guarantee Council, while Ms. Dhakre is currently servi

SC sends 'industry' definition to nine-judge Bench for fresh review

The Supreme Court has referred the scope of the term industry under labour law to a nine-judge Bench, which will revisit a 1975 ruling and assess

From Bhatinda to Bardhaman, small towns are new money generators

Indian small towns are becoming significant growth engines for major corporations. Companies across FMCG, durables, and apparel sectors are aggre

Planting season for Ooty flower show inaugurated

JEE-Main Results: 12 Candidates Bag 100 Score In First Edition Of Exam, 3 From Rajasthan

New Delhi, Feb 16: Twelve candidates have bagged the perfect 100 score in engineering entrance exam JEE-Main 2026, with the maximum of them haili

AP Chambers hails budget as pragmatic and growth-oriented

Says proposals balance welfare commitments with investments despite fiscal deficit pressures, calls for focus on Rare Earths Corridor, MSME parks

Trent sharpens focus on tier-3, tier-4 cities for store expansion

He said that customers in these smaller cities and towns don't have the same level of maturity as the metro markets at present but it may change

RBI governor Malhotra urges MSMEs to formalize, digitize, and maintain credit discipline for resilience

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged MSMEs to embrace formalization, credit discipline, and digital payments for enhanced resilience and competitiv

CM flags off police fleet

The new fleet comprises sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and motorcycles that are expected to strengthen police patrolling and Highway Police patrol

Kozhikode to host Kerala Technology Expo in May

Next phase of innovation must prioritise scale and deployment of deep-tech startups

X Down Reports Spike in India, US

The signal reached the United States too. Downdetectors US page showed the app leading complaints at 52 per cent, followed by feed or timeline at

Clashes between two fishing communities near Kalpakkam leaves several, including policemen, injured

Pudupattinam and Uyyalikuppam fishing hamlets have had a long-running land dispute, which is pending in court; things came to a head when Uyyalik

Word of the day: Ton

Ton meaning: The word 'ton' holds diverse meanings. It signifies a unit of weight and a large amount. Historically, 'ton' also denoted fashionabl

Stabbing incident: Kerala HC directs security audit at mental health centres

Inmate who escaped from Thrissur mental health centre stabs three persons

Ahead of Assam polls, ex-APCC chief Bhupen Borah quits Congress

Assam Congress leader Bhupen Kumar Borah resigned ahead of assembly polls. Senior leaders intervened, and Borah has taken back his resignation. H

Indian Officials To Visit US Next Week To Finalise Legal Text for Interim Trade Agreement

Both sides are engaged in finalising that legal agreement, and virtual talks are going on for that.

UP: Kanwariyas attack man after he objects to rituals

Bijnor: A group of Kanwariyas allegedly attacked a petrol pump owners son after they mistook him for a Muslim, objecting to the lighting of incen

BJP highlights rise in minority votes, claims Oppn. parties teamed up in municipal elections

Doctyn Academy Expands Practical Training Programmes to Support Better Patient Care

New Delhi [India], February 16: Doctyn Academy has announced an expansion of its practical medical training programmes for doctors with MBBS and

NSS, SNDP hopeful of Kerala govt. upholding Sabarimala custom

CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan says the partys line on the entry of women of all ages to Sabarimala does not preclude the government from t

Prabhas Suffers Minor Injuries

The mishap on the Fauji sets is not expected to affect the shooting schedule

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 119.30 feet

Jacks brilliance vs Italy seals Super 8s berth for England in T20 WC

Kolkata: Will Jacks delivered a fiery all-round performance as England overcame a spirited Italian fightback to beat them by 24 runs and seal the

Pak Nationals Among 3 Juveniles Escape From Observation Home After Firing At Cop

DE Web Desk JAMMU, Feb 16: At least three juveniles, including Pakistani nationals, escaped from an observation home in the RS Pura area on Monda

POCSO Court sentences 46-year-old man to 10 years RI for raping minor girl

SBI Clerk Mains Result 2026 expected soon at sbi.co.in; check steps to download scorecards and more

The State Bank of India is expected to release the SBI Clerk Mains Result 2026 soon on its official website. The examination, held on November 21

Residents demand flyover instead of vehicular overpass for NH 169 at Gurupura Kaikamba

Walls of the vehicular overpass will divide the town, thereby affecting commercial activities, students and other residents, says Nagarika Horata

JD(S) to hold membership enrollment drive in Mysuru district from Feb 18

Calm, Clear and Firm: Trisha Chooses Grace Over Outrage

Drawn into an unexpected political debate, actor responded with dignity, underlining that boundaries and respect matter

Centres nod to 135 crore drinking water project for Rajamahendravaram City

The source, from where water from Godavari river is being drawn for drinking water, is in question over the past few years.

X outage today: Is Twitter down and when will X be back up?

Twitter down: X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced a significant outage, preventing thousands of users worldwide from accessing its website

Truck with illegally transported PDS rice seized in Nellore, two held

'Tehran' TV Series Producer Dana Eden Found Dead In Athens Hotel Room

TV producer Dana Eden, who co-created the hit Israeli spy thriller series Tehran, has been found dead in a hotel room in central Athens, Greek po

Karnataka High Court orders inspection of Paying Guest accommodations to verify adherence to 10-point guidelines issued in 2024

The court has directed civic authorities to commence the inspection from February 18 and complete the process within two weeks

JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026: 12 Candidates Score 100 Percent, 13 Lakh Candiates Appeared

JEE Mains Session 1 Result Details: The JEE Mains session 1 paper 1 (BE/BTech) result was declared today. Among the 13 lakh candidates who appear

Farmers seek procurement of maize through State government

Three Juvenile Inmates Reportedly Escape From Observation Home In R.S. Pura, Two Cops Injured

Jammu, Feb 16: Three inmates of a Juvenile Observation Home escaped from custody in the R.S. Pura sector on Monday evening after allegedly assaul

Kanthapuram meets Modi, seeks development of AMU Malappuram campus

Kerala Muslim Jamaat president discusses key issues affecting the Muslim community. He highlights the need for equitable resource allocation, min

CM inaugurates completedprojects worth 7.32 crore in Salem

Sayamprabha rapid response team in all 14 districts

PM Modi inaugurates India AI Impact Expo 2026 At Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi