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Rs 458-Crore Plan for Connecting Irrigation Tanks in Rayalaseema

676 tanks to be linked to boost storage, irrigation in drought-prone districts

25 Feb 2026 8:09 pm
Kerala Health Minister Hurt During Protest By KSU Activists; Congress Denies Allegations

At least five KSU activists have been taken into custody in connection with the incident

25 Feb 2026 8:07 pm
PM Modi Holds Excellent Meeting With Netanyahu

May the India-Israel friendship continue to soar higher!, PM Modi said in a post on X

25 Feb 2026 7:54 pm
APSFTVTDC Invites Applications for Nandi Nataka, Kandukuri Theatre Awards

Applications open for 202526 theatre honours across Andhra Pradesh

25 Feb 2026 7:53 pm
Two Youths Undergoing Agniveer Training Die of Bacterial Infection in Meghalaya

Both had been admitted to the Military Hospital for treatment after showing symptoms of meningococcal bacterial infection.

25 Feb 2026 7:52 pm
Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Brahmotsavams From Feb. 27

Temple executive officer Srinivasa Reddy also briefed officials on the festival schedule and preparations.

25 Feb 2026 7:52 pm
Weve Done Our Homework Against India: Ryan

Indias fragile top order has struggled against finger spinners in recent games, and Ryan said Zimbabwe would look to cash in on that.

25 Feb 2026 7:48 pm
Seethakka Reaffirms Support for Banjaras at Sevalal Jayanti

Accompanied by district collector T.S. Divakara, the minister offered special prayers.

25 Feb 2026 7:44 pm
J&K Anti-Graft Bodys Raid on Police Officers Home Sets Off Political Controversy

ACB teams examining documents, property records, and other materials as part of the inquiry

25 Feb 2026 7:43 pm
Samsung To Unveil Galaxy S26 Series Today: What To Expect

Samsung is expected to introduce the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra at the event

25 Feb 2026 7:41 pm
Sirsi Police Book Case Over Fake Online Seva Ad Linked to Marikamba Jatre

Police warn devotees after AI video sought Rs 3,517 for fake online ritual

25 Feb 2026 7:35 pm
Record 129 Journalists and Media Workers Killed in 2025, Mostly by Israel, Says CPJ

CPJ says at least 47 journalists worldwide were deliberately targeted

25 Feb 2026 7:27 pm
Dabbalapadu Villagers Carry Patient Miles to Reach Hospital

Residents reiterated their demand for basic road connectivity to ensure timely medical assistance and reduce the risks involved in emergency evacuations

25 Feb 2026 7:23 pm
Andhra Pradesh, Odisha To Launch Operation Samyukta To Decimate Border Drug Cartels

The states will also coordinate efforts to trace 712 absconding accused and execute 125 non-bailable warrants pending against Odisha-based suspects.

25 Feb 2026 7:19 pm
Scindia Rules Out Fresh AGR Relief, Nixes Extension for OTT SIM-Binding

The minister also said that a show-cause notice has been issued for violation of rules and the unacceptable conduct.

25 Feb 2026 6:28 pm
India Wont Change Their Brand of Cricket: Kotak

The 53-year-old coach also insisted that India would not change the brand of cricket they have been playing, especially in T20s, over the last couple of years.

25 Feb 2026 6:22 pm
Shirtless Protest: Court Extends Police Custody Of 5 Youth Cong Workers

Judicial Magistrate Ravi extended the custodial interrogation of the accused persons by 4 days.

25 Feb 2026 6:21 pm
India Face Tricky Zimbabwe in Must-Win Game

Then came the sudden jolt in their first Super Eight game, as South Africa ended Indias 12-match World Cup winning streak.

25 Feb 2026 6:17 pm
Water Tax Collections in AP Crawl at Snails Pace, Fail to Cross 20 per Cent Mark

Revenue figures till January paint a grim picture with collections failing to cross even the 20 per cent mark

25 Feb 2026 6:08 pm
Trincas: Where Park Street Learned to Swing

As Trincas turns 99, Anand Puri looks back at a century of jazz, jackets, and the indelible soundtrack of Park Street.

25 Feb 2026 6:03 pm
Imran Khan's Party Moves Pak's Top Court, Seeks Shift Him to Private Hospital

The development comes a day after Khan was taken to a government hospital at Islamabad for treating his eye ailment even as his party demanded ransparency, not secrecy about his health updates

25 Feb 2026 5:56 pm
UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid To Face Benfica Without Injured Mbappe

Mbappe was not included in the squad for the game at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium because of a left knee injury he has been nursing for some time

25 Feb 2026 5:51 pm
Assam Congress Counters BJP Narrative Against Gaurav Gogoi

Assam chief minister mocks Gaurav Gogois appointment and says he should be appointed to head the Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group instead of the Philippines group

25 Feb 2026 5:48 pm
Free Gita Programme Offered to Over 1.2 Million, Testing Sustainability of Open-Access Model

The Foundation had announced the free-access move in early January, describing it as a New Year initiative that opened the Gita Mission without charge to one million people. Since then, the offer has been widened, extending free access to more than 1.2 million people in total.

25 Feb 2026 5:47 pm
MotoGP is Set To Return To India

Over the years, a strong culture around motorcycling and professional track racing has steadily grown across India

25 Feb 2026 5:41 pm
New I-T Forms Provide For Tenant-Landlord Relationship Disclosure

Under the new Form 124, the assessee will also have to indicate the relationship with the landlord for claiming tax deduction.

25 Feb 2026 5:33 pm
InvIT Sector Pays Out 5,565 Crore in Q3, Cumulative Distribution is 83,770 Crore

Since inception, InvITs have cumulatively distributed Rs. 83,770 crores to unitholders, reinforcing their role as a key instrument for monetizing infrastructure assets.

25 Feb 2026 5:21 pm
Shashi Tharoor Launches Shalini Passis Book 'The Art of Being Fabulous'

Tharoor described the book as a manifesto for self-trust, observing that it redefines resilience as a sustained expression carried with composure

25 Feb 2026 5:19 pm
Naidu Lays Foundation for Veligonda Feeder Canal Lining Works

Following the foundation ceremony, the Chief Minister attended a public meeting at Markapuram Praja Vedika. This marks his first visit to Markapuram after the formation of the new district.

25 Feb 2026 5:09 pm
NCERT to Remove Controversial Portion on Judiciary From Textbook

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi has taken suo motu cognisance of the objectionable statements about the judiciary in NCERT textbooks after senior advocate Kapil Sibal, alongside Abhishek Singhvi, mentioned the matter for urgent consideration

25 Feb 2026 5:05 pm
No Concern Over Abhishek, Tilak's Form, But Open To Playing Sanju: Sitanshu

Coming into the ICC showpiece in blazing form, Abhishek has found the going tough so far, scoring a mere 15 runs from four matches at an average of 3.75 and a strike-rate of 75

25 Feb 2026 5:00 pm
Novartis India Concludes NEST 2.0, Draws Over 33,000 Registrations Nationwide

Now in its second edition, NEST 2.0 marked a strategic evolution from a competition-led format to a more partnership-driven model.

25 Feb 2026 4:57 pm
Revanth Pushes for Aggressive Global Investment Drive in Talks with Adobe CEO

CM seeks roadmap on AI, green energy and manufacturing growth as Adobe chief discusses global trends and Telangana Rising 2047 vision.

25 Feb 2026 4:54 pm
PM Modi Arrives in Israel

After a meeting with Netanyahu at the airport, Modi will address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, becoming the first Indian prime minister to have the honour

25 Feb 2026 4:49 pm
Pics of Tadoba Reserve Twin Tiger Cubs Break The Internet

A recent video from the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, featuring the twin tiger cubs has gone viral.

25 Feb 2026 4:49 pm
Rishab Shetty's 'Jai Hanuman' Goes on Floors With Grand Muhurat Puja

The project was formally launched with a grand muhurat puja on February 22, 2026, at Anjanadri Betta in Hampi, a site revered as the birthplace of Lord Hanuman.

25 Feb 2026 4:47 pm
Inside The Mexican Country Villa That Became 'El Mencho's' Final Refuge

Mexican cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, or El Mencho, spent his final hours in a luxury villa tucked inside the exclusive Tapalpa Country Club.

25 Feb 2026 4:39 pm
Public Figures in High Offices Cannot Target Particular Community: SC

The observations were made by Justice Ujjal Bhuyan in a separate judgment on a plea challenging release of upcoming Netflix crime thriller 'Ghooskhor Pandat'

25 Feb 2026 4:18 pm
Two Migrant Labourers Die as Train Runs Over Them in Punjab

Chandan Paswan (37) and Rajan Rishi (40), both natives of Bihar, died on the spot in the accident, the officer added.

25 Feb 2026 4:10 pm
UK Enforces Digital Travel System, Mandatory eVisas for Indians

The new procedure will replace paper-based visa stickers as part of a phased programme over recent years

25 Feb 2026 4:08 pm
Odishas Centurion University Earns 'Elite Maritime Centre of Excellence Status

The designation recognises institutions that demonstrate exceptional standards in maritime education and training, particularly in preparing future leaders in nautical science and marine engineering

25 Feb 2026 4:02 pm
Meet Karan Bhangay: The Man Who Made Coordination the Most Valuable Service of All Time

Even before concierge became a buzzword, he recognised its value. Today, when the super rich want something handled quietly and flawlessly, they call him

25 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
After Killing of Top Drug Lord, Cartels Use Fake News to Spread Fear in Mexico

Unrest did indeed break out in many parts of Mexico as loyalists to El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, set up roadblocks, torched buses and stores, and attacked gas stations in retaliation for his slaying

25 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
Andhra's Araku Coffee in Manhattan Soon, Announces Anand Mahindra

In a social media post, Mahindra hinted that Araku Coffee is poised to enter the United States market.

25 Feb 2026 3:58 pm
I Moulded My Game Around Dave : Tristan Stubbs

You can't just try and go too early, then you all blow out. Its about managing the situation : Tristan Stubbs

25 Feb 2026 3:55 pm
Security Forces Recover Huge Cache of Arms and Explosives in J&K Mendhar

Cordon-and-search-operation (CASO) in the Kasbalari area of Mendhar sub-division in Jammu and Kashmirs frontier Poonch district.

25 Feb 2026 3:43 pm
Zoom Introduces Next-gen Zoom Virtual Agent to Automate End-to-End Customer Resolution

New virtual agent capabilities reduce customer effort, prevent repeat contacts, and give service leaders confidence to scale automation

25 Feb 2026 3:42 pm
Govt Mandates Sale of E20 Petrol Nationwide From April 1

The government has mandated ethanol blending in petrol to help cut oil imports as also reduce emissions

25 Feb 2026 3:38 pm
Asian Paints Unveils Colour Next 2026

Mapping Culture, Material, and the Futures We Are Building

25 Feb 2026 3:35 pm
If Pakistan Reaches Semi-Final or Final, Ticket Holders in Kolkata and Ahmedabad To Get Refund

Kolkata will host the first semi-final and Ahmedabad is scheduled to be the venue of the final

25 Feb 2026 3:34 pm