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Hyderabad ED busts fake call centre targeting US citizens

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Zonal Office of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at six locations in Ahmedabad in connection with a m

What day of Valentine week is today? Is it Teddy Day or Promise Day on February 10? Here's what you need to know

Valentine Week 2026: Is it Teddy or Promise Day on February 10, Tuesday? On February 10, people celebrate Teddy Day by exchanging cute teddy bear

Trump threatens to block Gordie Howe international bridge opening unless US is fully compensated

Gordie Howe international bridge: US President Donald Trump has threatened to stop the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. He claims

Two killed in latest US strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific: military

The US military reported another strike Monday in the Eastern Pacific. Two individuals were killed aboard a suspected drug-smuggling boat. This o

Union Minister Scindia lauds India, Emirates Posts' adoption of EMS Standard Agreement

India Post and Emirates Post have adopted the Express Mail Service Standard Agreement. This agreement will make shipments from the UAE to India c

California-based gaming giant Roblox with 100 million daily users accused of child exploitation as Australia sends chilling warning

Roblox said last year it would roll out compulsory facial recognition or ID checks for players wanting to access its chat features.

Ex-cyclone Mitchell triggers heavy rain, damaging winds and flood warnings across Western Australia

Ex-cyclone Mitchell, now a tropical low, made landfall overnight near Shark Bay, Western Australia, bringing heavy rainfall and damaging winds. T

Metro fare: Will do a thorough study

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said BMRCL will consider multiple parameters such as operatingand maintenance costs, changes in Consumer Pr

Rachita Bhandari appointed Indias next High Commissioner to Malta

India was among the first countries to recognise Maltas independence in 1964 and established diplomatic ties in 1965

Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, hospital says

Penguin India says Four Stars of Destiny unpublished, threatens legal action over circulating copies

Penguin Random House India has asserted its sole publishing rights for General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir, 'Four Stars of Destiny,' clarifyin

Morning Digest: Publisher says no copies of Naravanes Memoir published; ICC confirms India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match on February 15, and more

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Savannah Guthrie says, 'We believe our mom is still out there'

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen on January 31 when family members dropped her off at her home near Tucson after she had dinner with them, and re

Over 18,700 government schools in State have no land records

Steps are being taken to bringThe Karnataka School Education Department Properties Protection Bill 2025 or The Karnataka Protection of Government

Volume-backed breakout puts Syrma SGS in focus; Rajesh Palviya sees upside ahead

UN is waiting to see how much the US intends to pay of the nearly $4 billion it owes

The United Nations awaits word from the Trump administration on when and how much of the nearly $4 billion the U.S. owes will be paid. U.N. Secre

US military boards sanctioned oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after pursuit from the Caribbean

American forces intercepted a sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean. This action is part of a broader oil quarantine targeting Venezuela. The tan

Kohli, Rohit Demoted to Group B in BCCI's Annual Contracts

The cycle for new central contract is based on performance and volume of games played during the preceding season

Newly unbound, Trump weighs more nuclear arms and underground tests

The United States is considering deploying more nuclear weapons and conducting a nuclear test. This follows the expiration of the last nuclear tr

Three-language panel submits report to Maharashtra government

Recommendations by the eight-member committee is not yet made public

IRS tax refunds: This strategic change in filing income tax to bring more refunds. Details here

IRS tax more filers may want to contemplate itemizing because of other changes, namely, a more generous deduction on state and local taxes known

Russia will Back BRICS Agenda Presented by Indian Chair: Lavrov

The foreign minister said that India places particular emphasis on counter-terrorism, which remains highly relevant

Epstein Accomplice Maxwell Seeks Clemency from Trump Before Testimony

Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking, was subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee to discuss her relations w

Manu settles for silver after loss to Trang in thrilling final

Asian Shooting Championship New Delhi, Feb 9: Olympic double bronze-medallist Manu Bhaker came agonisingly close to winning a gold, missing out b

Quote of the Day by Marilyn Monroe: We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets

Marilyn Monroes quote, We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets urges people to live fully without waiti

BWF revamps World Tour: India Open stays, but Syed Modi downgraded

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 9: The India Open retained its Super 750 status despite the organisational issues this year but the Syed Modi International was

ISRO Fast-Tracks India's Space Station Plans, 80 Satellites In Pipeline

India is making rapid progress towards establishing its own space station while simultaneously advancing the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission,

Trump threatens to bar the new U.S.-Canada bridge from opening, demands talks with Ottawa

Trump has made a number of threats against Canada in his second term and drastically hike tariffs on the U.S. northern neighbor

Sathiyan, Shah-Chitale mixed pair to lead Indian challenge

WTT Chennai Chennai, Feb 9: Asian Games and Commonwealth Games medallist Sathiyan Gnanasekaran and the top mixed doubles pair of Manush Shah and

Trump Threatens to Stop Opening of Canada-US Bridge

Trump said the United States should own at least half of the still under-construction Gordie Howe International Bridge that links the Canadian pr

Savannah Guthrie shares new video, 'Today' show anchor pleas for mother Nancy Guthrie. Watch here

Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her home outside Tucson, Arizona, early February 1, authorities have said. Her family l

Johnson, Malinin star for US at Winter Olympics; Vonn crashes

Milan, Feb 9: The crash. The gasps. The helicopter. Lindsey Vonns frightening fall in the womens downhill at the Milan Cortina Olympics couldnt h

Democrats and White House trade offers as shutdown of Homeland Security looms

Democrats and the White House are negotiating new rules for immigration enforcement. Discussions are happening as funding for the Department of H

Morning Brief Podcast: The Return to Analog

Kohli, Rohit moved to Group B as BCCI scraps A+ category

New Delhi, Feb 9: Senior superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were on expected lines downgraded to group B of the latest annual central contra

U.S vs Canada women's ice hockey live stream at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics 2026: When does match start, Channel, how to watch

U.S. versus Canada women's ice hockey teams are playing on Tuesday, February 10 at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics 2026.

Gharamis near-triple ton powers Bengal; J&K, Ktaka seal semifinals

RANJI TROPHY Kalyani, Feb 9: Bengal opener Sudip Kumar Gharamis epic 299just one run short of a historic triple centuryheadlined a dramatic round

BYD sues US over Trump tariffs, seeks refund for levies paid since April

Chinese automaker BYD has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, challenging President Trump's authority to impose tariffs and seeking a re

S&P 500 nears all-time high, Dow Jones, Nasdaq make solid gains, gold price, silver rate, Bitcoin price jump big

Nvidia share price was up 2.4 per cent and Broadcom stocks jumped 3.3 per cent. They were two of the strongest forces pushing the S&P 500 upward.

GSDP growth of State has outpaced national average, says planning official

Andhra Pradeshs GSDP is estimated at 17.62 lakh crore, reflecting a growth of 10.75%, says State Planning Department Principal Secretary Piyush K

Word of the Day: Hoax

The word hoax refers to a deliberate attempt to deceive by presenting false details as truth. They appear as fake alerts, fabricated stories, sta

Court Refuses To Hear Kuldeep Sengar's Bail Plea In Custodial Death Case

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Delhi High Court to accord an out-of-turn hearing to expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar's plea challe

Rupee falls 1 p to close at 90.66 against US dollar

Mumbai, Feb 9: The rupee witnessed a volatile trading session and settled for the day on a slightly lower note, down 1 paisa at 90.66 against the

Moodys projects Indias GDP to grow 6.4 pc in FY27

New Delhi, Feb 9: Moodys Ratings on Monday projected Indias GDP to grow at 6.4 per cent in the next fiscal, the fastest pace among G-20 economies

Fatty Liver Crisis: Nearly 4 In 10 Indians Affected, Lancet Study Sounds Alarm

Nearly 40% of Indians may have fatty liver disease unrelated to alcohol, signalling a silent public health crisis.

RBI amends MSME lending directions

Mumbai, Feb 9: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday announced amendments to its lending directions for the micro, small and medium enterpris

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin during the inauguration of the Tata Motors passenger vehicles and Jaguar Land Rover

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin during the inauguration of the Tata Motors passenger vehicles and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) manufacturing facil

Martand Singh calls on LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: Martand Singh, Director, Amar Singh Sports & Youth Initiative today called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sin

CS calls financial inclusion key to inclusive growth

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today inaugurated the Financial Literacy Week (FLW) 2026 for the Union Territo

Post-facto technical objections invalid after work completion: HC

*Pulls up Govt for withholding contractor dues Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has delivered a

Governor of Punjab dedicates ICU ambulances to strengthen border healthcare

Excelsior Correspondent JODHPUR, Feb 9: Under NHPC Limiteds Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand

DC Bandipora inaugurates Umeed Ka Zaika cafeteria

Excelsior Correspondent BANDIPORA, Feb 9: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today inaugurated the Umeed Ka Zaika Cafeteria at Bloc

KIIT organizes on-campus placement drive

Excelsior Correspondent BHUBANESHWAR, Feb 9: An impressive on-campus placement drive was today organized at KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU

FCIK urges Govt to announce power, VAT amnesties

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 9: The Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK) today urged the Government to announce long-pend

Upgradation of existing healthcare infra Govts priority: Sakeena

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today informed the Legislative Assembly that upgra

Adokni CM-na CBCI National Award-ko ona

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma-na Robibar salo, chang 37-gipa Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI) General Body

UK Palace Says Ready To Support Police Probe Into Ex-Prince Andrew

Buckingham Palace said it stands ready to support a police investigation into the conduct of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of K

GH-o BJP-ko bilgriatna onggija mangipa tangkarangko jakkalenga ine Bernard matnanga

SHILLONG: Garo Hills-o Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-na skang, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ko bilgriatna onggija kamra

Adoko niam gri koela bikotaniko champengna rakgipa jakurangko deenga: Dy CM

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko niam gri koela bikotaniko champengna gita adok sorkari, rakgipa jakurangko deenga ine Sombar salo, adokni Deputy Chief

Niam gita bijolini bill-rangko tarijaenga ine GSU matnanga

Sal 7-ni gisepon talataniko onchina uiata TURA: Dadenggre jolrango bijoliko sualenggipa SAI Computers Limited, bijolini bill-rangko niam gita tar

GHADC election-na skang dingtang electoral roll-ko tarichina AHAM dabia

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-ko dao adita jarangni gisepon ongatna siengahani gimin Indian Constitution-ni Artic

ChatGPT caricature trend goes viral: How to turn yourself into a cartoon

A new ChatGPT trend is sparking in social media, letting users transform regular photos into exaggerated cartoon-style caricatures. By uploading

Govt imposed penalties totalling Rs 55 cr on 703 cos for non-compliance with companies law

NEW DELHI, Feb 9: The government imposed penalties totalling over Rs 55 crore on 703 companies for non-compliance with the provisions of the Comp

India, Greece sign Defence Cooperation Pact, set 5-year roadmap

NEW DELHI, Feb 9: India and Greece today took a significant step toward deepening their strategic defence ties by signing a Joint Declaration of

Bangladeshs EC bans use of mobiles within 400 yards of polling centres on election day

DHAKA, Feb 9 : Bangladeshs Election Commission has issued a directive, prohibiting mobile phones within 400 yards of polling centres on the elect

Plastic industry must leverage technology to make sustainable products: Chirag Paswan

NEW DELHI, Feb 9: Union Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan on Monday asked the plastic industry to leverage technology for manufac

National interest is guiding factor: Foreign Secretary Misri on Indias oil procurement

NEW DELHI, Feb 9: India will maintain multiple sources for crude oil purchases and diversify them to ensure stability in the supply chain with na

Muhammad Yunus Makes Clarion Call For 'Yes' Vote For Bangladesh Referendum

Bangladesh's interim government chief Muhammad Yunus late Monday made a strong appeal to people to vote 'Yes' in the February 12 referendum being

Bedlam in Assembly over SASCI, House adjourned

BJP MLAs protest, stage walkout Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Feb 9: The UT Assembly witnessed a bedlam today after a PDP member accused the National Confere

Neglecting environmental degradation will have serious consequences: BJP MLA

Says behaviour of some MLAs utterly disappointing Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: BJP legislator from Hiranagar Assembly segment, Advocate

Moody's Projects India's GDP To Grow 6.4% In FY 27

Moodys FY27 growth projection is lower than the 6.87.2 per cent range estimated by the Finance Ministry in the Economic Survey tabled in Parliame

J&K unemployment rate double than national average: Govt

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 9: The unemployment rate in J&K stands at 6.7 per cent, significantly higher than the national average of 3

Naveen Patnaik attacks Mohan Majhi government over paddy procurement

Thousands of farmers are spending sleepless nights under the open sky, guarding their paddy from dew and theft, as the lifting of stocks remains

Hydro power capacity to cross 7300 MW in J&K in 5 yrs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: Jammu and Kashmir is set to witness a major expansion in its hydro power sector, with the combined installe

VP to attend KUs 21st convocation on Feb 26

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 9: The University of Kashmir will hold its 21st convocation on February 26, with Vice President of India C.

Cocaine, counterfeit currency seized

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Feb 9: Samba police arrested a smuggler and recovered Rs 9000 counterfeit currency from his possession and approxi

Special train from Budgam extended to Katra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 9: For providing greater convenience to passengers, Northern Railways Jammu Division has announced extension o

Restoration of Statehood is a contentious issue

K N Pandita knp627@gmail.com In October last, the SC bench directed the Union Government to respond to the petitions pending before it in which t

Financially Sound MSMEs Can Get Upto Rs 25 Lakh Collateral Free Loans: RBI

Banks are also advised to extend collateral-free loans up to 20 lakh to all units financed under the Prime Minister Employment Generation Program

KTR Says Vote BRS, Revanth Doesn't Keep Promises

Rama Rao, addressing a series of meetings in the erstwhile Warangal district, called on people to treat the February 11 polling as a referendum o

Women Dies In Chain Snatching Incident

The unidentified persons fled from the scene after snatching a chain from Jyothi. The incident happened when Jyothi came out of her house.

Rajya Sabha: Issues Of Airfare Hikes, Urban Housing, Groundwater Decline Raised

The DGCAs tariff monitoring unit, he said, is monitoring fares on 78 routes, while passenger complaints are addressed through the 247 passenger a

Indore water contamination: Inquiry panel issued public notice to seek evidence

The panel has been tasked with investigating the causes of water pollution, administrative negligence, action against responsible individuals, lo

A Triangular Ticket FightIn BJP For WB Polls; Party Finds The Trend In A Survey

The trend, according to sources, came to light after the survey of around 1000 voters as samples were made at each seat in two-three rounds by a

Catherine OHaras cause of death revealed ten days after beloved actresss passing

Catherine OHara, renowned for her roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice, and Schitts Creek, passed away at 71 on January 30, 2026. Ten days later, her

Congress MLA Claims 90 MLAs Back DyCM For CM Post

Speaking to reporters, Hussain made an appeal to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to make way for D.K. Shivakumar since Siddaramaiah completed 5 years

T20 World Cup | We can put any team under pressure: Scottish skipper eyes England upset

Scotland bounced back from their opening match loss to the West Indies in style, posting 207 for 4 and then bowling Italy out for 134 for a 73-ru

Oil strategy guided by national interest: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri

India's oil sourcing strategy will prioritize national interest, avoiding dependence on any single country, stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

ED forms SIT to probe Anil Ambani, summons wife

The Enforcement Directorate has formed a special investigation team to probe alleged money laundering of Rs 40,000 crore against Anil Ambani and

Delhi High Court seeks CBI stand on Jaideep Sengars plea for extension of interim bail

The brother of expelled BJP leader, who was awarded a 10-year jail term in the case by the trial court, said his interim bail was expiring on Feb