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Chairperson Polls Postponed In Kyathanpalli, Kagaznagar, Khanapur

In Khanapur municipality, Congress councillors were present to prove their majority, while elected members of the BJP and the BRS were absent: Re

Rs 4 Lakh Cr To Be Foregone on BCD Cuts, Concessions Under Trade Deals

The trade deal with Japan accounts for Rs 11,365 crore and South Korea Rs 10,872 crore.

Kerala crosses 1,000 smart village offices mark, says Minister Rajan

Kerala has modernized over 1,000 village offices into smart, digitized centers. This initiative enhances service delivery and reduces the need fo

Madhya Pradesh: Satellite-Collared Tiger Found Dead in MP Reserve

Big cat translocated from Kanha to Nauradehi under reintroduction project

Meta CEO Zuckerberg lands in trouble, faces court trial over apps designed to addict children'

Software stocks are crashing, now investors are watching these other sectors

Tech stock market rotation 2026: Wall Street's software sector is facing a major downturn. Billions in market value have vanished as tech stocks

Casual Sex and Committed Lives

Desire, ego and emotional gaps can strain even stable marriages

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

Congress Wins All Municipalities In Kamareddy District

Government adviser Mohammad Ali Shabbir and MLAs Madanmohan Rao, Laxmikanth Rao and K. Venkata Ramana Reddy attended the election meetings in the

EC Suspends 7 WB Govt Officials for SIR Lapses

Among the seven, three were posted in Murshidabad, two in South 24 Parganas and one each in West Midnapore and Jalpaiguri.

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

10-year Left rule failed to ensure development of Kerala, alleges Rajeev Chandrasekhar

The project to set up an AIIMS failed to become a reality in the State as the government did not acquire the land in Kozhikode, alleges Rajeev Ch

Retirees get the biggest Social Security boost in these 10 states see where your state ranks

Social Security benefits are different in each state. Some states give higher monthly payments because workers earned more money before retiremen

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

Emerald Fennell explains significant changes in Wuthering Heights and why some characters were cut

Emerald Fennells Wuthering Heights takes a unique approach to Emily Bronts 1847 classic, concentrating on the first half of the novel and the sto

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

Spare a Thought for 24x7 Shopping Woes

Compulsive shopping and just browsing for deals habbit can lead to mental fatigue, stress, distraction, and dissatisfaction

Old bridge at Feroke converted into food street

DoT Strengthens Telecom Security, Cyber Fraud Prevention and Disaster Alert Systems in Odisha

The Sanchar Saathi platform enables users to block lost or stolen phones, verify mobile connections issued in their name.

Modi Inaugurates Six-day India AI Impact Expo & Summit 2026

Under the India AI Mission, the government has invested Rs 10,372 crore to build a comprehensive AI ecosystem. More than 38,000 GPUs have been on

Shooter among seven remanded in Rohit Shetty firing probe

Seven individuals arrested in the Rohit Shetty house firing case have been remanded to police custody until February 25. Investigators revealed t

Tamannaah Bhatias trainer reveals the fitness trends you must stop following in 2026

Tamannaah Bhatia's trainer, Siddhartha Singh, advises ditching fad diets for sustainable habits. He warns against extreme low-carb diets and inef

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

Congress, BRS Back Each Other in 3 Municipalities

Ravi was elected chairperson and Soujanya vice-chairperson.

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

Congress Corporators Raise Slogans Against BJP MP Arvind

The meeting was scheduled for 11 am. BJP corporators entered the office first, while Congress corporators arrived later.

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

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

BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport Pro Comes at Rs 74.50 Lakh

The SUV also boasts 20-inch M alloy wheels and enhanced braking systems, ensuring both style and performance on the road.

Self-financing college teachers in Calicut varsity up in arms against circular

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

Mani Shankar Aiyer Says His Remarks on Pinarayi Were Blown out of Proportion Stands by His Remark on LDF Retaining Power

As a Congressman, I want the UDF to come to power.

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

RCPL to form majority-owned JV with TGI Group to explore African markets

This partnership will significantly expand RCPL's global footprint by establishing its presence in Nigeria, one of Africa's largest consumer mark

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

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.

Farmers in West Godavari oppose sub-station project over land price concerns

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

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

Three of a family dies in head-on-collision road accident near Kamuthi

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

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

Jallikattu players demand compensation for deceased bull tamer

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

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

Govt. college premises attacked by vandals

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