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Strength of electorate has shrunk across central districts

District Collectors, who are also District Election Officers, release the final list of voters after the Special Intensive Revision across the ce

Bill scrapping two-child norm for ryots organisations passed in A.P. Assembly

Having felt that the sub-optimal rate would adversely affect the States demographic dividend, the government decided to do away with the norm, sa

GI assets can become engines of rural prosperity: Mysuru MP

Mr. Wadiyar says export push for Nanjangud Rasabale and Mysore Betel Leaf has gained momentum as Mysurus famous GI products get national recognit

16 motorists fined 10,000 each for drunk driving in Chittoor

Southern Railway withholdsstaff allowances citing financial constraints

Maintenance of assets and other running costs resulted in expenditure exceeding budget, say officials; they express hope that Railway Board would

Sivaganga custodial death case: HC dismisses advance bail plea by then Manamadurai DSP Shanmugasundaram

Talk With Mayor programme launched in Kochi

UA numbers to be issued to 497 beneficiaries under PMAY in city

Woman arrested for murder of retired teacher in Sivakasi

Farmers voice concern over payment delay as paddy procurement begins in Palakkad

Neither the cooperative societies nor Supplyco has clarity on how and when farmers will be paid

A.P. government committed to social equity and welfare, says Naidu

The government is pursuing social empowerment by ensuring proportional representation for weaker sections in accordance with population, says CM

70 Delhi defence liquor bottles seized at Kacheguda station, one held

Hyderabad:The Special Task Force (STF) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) seized 70 bottles of Delhi defence liquor worth Rs 1.4 lakh from a

Bheemanapally GP Bans Liquor Sale in Village

The resolution was adopted unanimously at the first gram panchayat meeting chaired by sarpanch Karnati Varalakshmi.

Telangana Government to Completely Take Over Hyderabad Metro

Cabinet also finalised the state's comprehensive roadmap for the 2027 Census, as mandated by the Central Government

Lack of Clarity on Tariff Rates Confuse US Exporters

With just one more day to go, the order on the additional 5 per cent has not come yet. This creates an uncertainty on the rates.

Union Minister inaugurates V.O.C. Maritime Heritage Museum in Thoothukudi

Early Dinner: How Does It Affect Your Blood Sugar, Metabolism And Sleep Quality

Eating an early meal syncs your meal timings with natural circadian processes, stabilising blood sugar, optimising metabolism, and enhancing slee

First phase of Rubber Industrial Complex all set to commence operation

Rich tributes paid to Yerranaidu on birth anniversary

Hyderabad: Bandi Sanjay to lead BJPs temple run amid GHMC poll prep

Hyderabad: Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay will visit the Bhagya Laxmi temple at Charminar in Hyderabad on Tuesday, February 23, al

Rahul Gandhi hits out at PM Modi; highlights India-US deal & Epstein files in latest jibe

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X, alleging his absence from Parliament was due to the Epstein files and the India-US tra

MP tells Konkan Railway to immediately provide temporary coach watering facility in Udupi district

The Railway Ministry had proposed a coastal Vande Bharat Express to Goa for want of coach watering facilities at en-route coastal Karnataka stati

Emraan Hashmi Is the Mysterious Bade Saab in Dhurandhar 2

Hes playing Dawood for the 2nd time in his career

Committee to probe systemic issues behind repeated failure of PSLV rocket

The committee is expected to look into the processes in the manufacture, procurement, and assembling of various components of the rocket

Pregnancy Medical Insurance & Maternity Insurance Policies Explained

India-Africa ties enter new strategic phase: 'SouthSouth cooperation' and multi-sector partnership in focus

India and Africa are forging a deeper, more strategic partnership amidst global shifts, focusing on energy transition, climate action, and econom

Church requested micro minority status at meet with Rijiju: Chandrasekhar

BJP State president Rajeev Chandrasekhar says Major Archbishop Raphael Thattil placed the request before Union Minister for Minority Affairs duri

Gang busted for 24 lakh robbery; 9 arrested

The gang allegedly posed as officials of a Human Rights Protection and Anti-Corruption Squad to rob a 50-year-old businessman

Santosh Lad tells officials to ensure proper water supply during summer

The Labour Minister and Dharwad district in-charge says officials should take precautionary measures, make sure govt. funds are used properly

Nearly 2 lakh voters deleted from electoral rolls in Virudhunagar district during special intensive revision

Tiger Movement Confirmed in Kodimyala Forest, Villages on Alert

Officials stated that movement of wild animals has increased in the dense forest and hill terrain and advised residents to exercise caution.

CCB conducts surprise inspection at Parappana Agrahara Central Prison; contraband seized

Russia-Ukraine war at 4 years: Which country is winning the battle? A look at where do these two countries stand

Around a fifth of Ukraine is contaminated by mines or unexploded ordnance, according to the UN's Mine Action Service. The total cost of reconstru

Chicken war breaks out among first-year students of Kakatiya University

Hyderabad: Mess food is never the favourite among hostel students, especially when you are studying first year. From mums cuisine, peppered with

Ramakrishnaiah, new V-C for Music Varsity in Mysuru

A.P. Assembly passes Prisons & Correctional Services Bill, 2026

It will help implement the reforms initiated by Ministry of Home Affairs, including structural changes and adoption of technological advancements

Does Less Sex Lower Sperm Count?

Doctors explain stamina concerns, abstinence and sperm facts

Voterology is the best path for truedemocracy, good governance,and peace

Ajit Pawar was best CM Maharashtra never had, says Fadnavis

Maharashtra leaders pay emotional tributes to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a tragic air crash on January 28, as Legislature move

March 2026 SSI payment worth $994 arriving 3 days early on February 27 who qualifies and why did SSA move the date?

March 2026 SSI payment: Up to $994 SSI payment will arrive February 27, 2026. Not March 1. The Social Security Administration confirms the shift.

Govt targets Rs 16.7 lakh crore for asset monetisation under NMP 2.0

NITI Aayog, on Monday, laid out a roadmap to monetise over 2000 assets across 12 ministries under the National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP 2.0) ov

Quote of the day by Robert Frost: 'Happiness makes up in height for what it lacks in length.' Pulitzer Prize-winning poet on true meaning of happiness

Robert Frosts quote, Happiness makes up in height for what it lacks in length, from A Witness Tree, highlights the powerful impact of brief momen

BAFTA Awards Ceremony Disrupted by Tourette's Syndrome Campaigner Davidson

Earlier, when the show began, Davidson has shouted words such as Boring and shut the F*** up while the BAFTA chair president Sara Putt was giving

Will comply with NCLAT privacy guidelines: WhatsApp to SC

New Delhi: Global tech giants Meta Platforms Inc. and WhatsApp told the Supreme Court on Monday, February 23, that they will comply with the NCLA

Rain Or Snow, Inside India's 326-Day Mountain Op To Hunt 7 Pak Terrorists

Operation Trashi-1, the long, sustained hunt for Pakistan-trained terrorists by the Indian Army, police tactical units, and the Central Reserve P

Surplus Budget tabled in Tirunelveli Corporation

German Bank fund to be used for Tamirabharani river front development

TDB suspends priest following theft charge

Shipping Minister Sonowal lays foundation stone for 1,500-crore projects at VOC Port

These projects will improve cargo evacuation efficiency, shorten vessel turnaround times, strengthen multimodal logistics, and elevate operationa

Two Maoists killed; arms, ammunition recovered in Odisha

Eleven teams of the Special Operations Group, two teams of the Central Reserve Police Force and one District Voluntary Force participated in the

Chandru Lamani framed in bribery case as he is an educated Dalit, says Ramesh Jarkiholi

I will meet Chief Minister on behalf of Dalit MLAs, says the BJP leader

Telangana DCA launches public awareness drive on antimicrobial resistance

Sofa-Sticated Artwork Conversation Starters

People are redefining self-expression through artistic furniture that tells stories and reflects cultural roots

Minor, Lover Die By Suicide After Objections Over Inter-Caste Relationship

A minor and her lover, said to be in his early 20s, allegedly died by suicide after facing opposition over their inter-caste relationship in Jhar

Word of the day: Chaperone

Chaperone meaning: The word chaperone has a rich history. It means a person who supervises younger individuals. This term comes from French and w

'While You Eat Dung, We Eat Beef: Kerala Minister Jeers Amid Film Controversy

The sequel of the controversial movie The Kerala Story is also making headlines for a scene that portrays a Hindu girl being forced to eat beef.

Pentagon Chief Summons Anthropic CEO Over Military Use Of Claude AI: Report

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has summoned artificial intelligence company Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei to the Pentagon on Tuesday.

ED files supplementary charge-sheet in 2,300-crore online betting money laundering case

J&K | Road Accidents Decline 13% Over Three Years To 5,287 In 2025

Jammu, Feb 23: The Jammu and Kashmir government has recorded a 13.6 per cent decline in road accidents over the past three years, with the number

Speaker receives UNICEF commendation for child rights panel

Letter of appreciation recognises commissions activities in preventing and controlling non-communicable diseases among children in Kerala

Child Rights Commission writes to State govt. on providing education for children of migrant workers

The commission wrote to the Principal Secretary of the School Education and Literacy Department based on the report published in The Hindu on Feb

Female Matric Examinee Dies By Suicide In Odisha After Alleged Malpractice Accusation

Family members said the student took the extreme step at her residence hours after appearing for the examination. They alleged she had been upset

15.54 lakh voters make it to final electoral rolls in Krishnagiri

Cochin shipyard bags outstanding PSU award

Patna court refuses transit remand to AP police over arrest of IPS officer

Patna: A police team from Andhra Pradesh on Monday, February 23, arrived in Bihars Patna to arrest a senior police officer, only to be ticked off

When The 2021 Arrest Of El Mencho's Wife Led To Kidnapping Of Navy Officials

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of Mexico's most notorious criminal organisations, has suffered a major blow with the death of its

Manipur CM meets Nitin Nabin, discusses party affairs in State

During the meeting, the leaders discussed matters relating to strengthening the partys State unit. Mr. Nabin also asked the CM to speed up the st

Devadula Waters to Reach Husnabad on Priority: Uttam

Funds for land acquisition to be released immediately

Tenant farmers begin 30-hour hunger strike in Vijayawada, demand recognition and direct benefits

Stray dog population in Kozhikode doubles since 2018; ABC programme curbs surge

Did You Know: The U.S. government has an official zombie apocalypse plan and its not a joke!

CONPLAN 8888 was developed between 2009 and 2010 by military planners training on the Joint Operational Planning and Execution System (JOPES), th

Textile showroom valet arrested for raping physically-challenged woman in Coimbatore

Police crack Arilova murder-for-gain, 34-year-old man arrested

4.17 crore sanctioned for Chirala Handloom Cluster, Minister tells A.P. Assembly

Proposal to provide GST exemption on textiles sold through APCO and handloom cooperative societies under consideration, says Savitha

Velammal hospital treats 800 stroke patients via advanced neuro intervention

Residents, CSOs hold meeting to oppose stone quarrying license near Songsak

Williamnagar, Feb 23: Residents and members of various CSOs of the Garo Hills region, on Feb 21, held a meeting with representatives of the distr

Irans Supreme Leader assigns Larijani key role in case of war, assassination

Tehran: Irans Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has entrusted senior security official Ali Larijani with a central role in managing the country in case

Governors intervention sought to check digital overexposure among children

Irrigation water released to save standing crops in Nandyal district

Durga Ashtami Vrat 2026 Date: Check tithi, Moonrise time, puja vidhi and fasting rules for worshipping Maa Durga

Durga Ashtami Vrat 2026 falls on February 24 and is dedicated to Goddess Durgas Mahagauri form. Devotees will observe prayers, fasting and specia

Achankulam Coop. Spinning Mill workers urge Collector to resume full operations, clear wage arrears

Governor R.N. Ravi felicitates Padma awardees of Tamil Nadu

Final electoral rolls released in Salem, Namakkal districts

Hasirumakki bridge will be ready by May this year, says PWD Minister

LDF seeks postponement of Kochi Corporation Budget presentation over alleged leak of figures

Dharmendra Honoured at Bafta

Only Indian actor featured alongside global cinema legends

Hyderabad airport contributes Rs 68,000 crore to Telangana economy: Study

Hyderabad:The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad has emerged as a major driver of Telanganas economy, contributing nearly Rs

Finally, 5,67,07,380 Voters in the List

First time electors in the age group 18-19 years and existing electors who have applied for corrections or have shifted to Tamil Nadu will be iss

Laddu row: ghee priced at 360 per kg is adulterated, says Lokesh

Refuting the YSRCPs allegations, the HRD Minister clarifies that Indapur Dairy is only a co-packer and not a subsidiary of Heritage

Centre allocates 2,245.30 crore to Karnataka; 83.53 crore awaiting States action plan

The Union government hasallocated2,245.30 crore to Karnataka under the Swachh Bharat MissionUrban (SBM-U) 2.0, with 83.53 crore ready to be relea

Madurai collector releases final electoralroll; 24.66 lakh voters in the district

In Madurai District there are 12,08,651 male voters, 12,58,051 female voters, and 252 third-gender voters, bringing the total number to 24,66,954

Special DRO appointed to address grievances of Inam land-holders affected by zero-value registration