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Vijayawada Railway Infra Set For Major Overhaul

After meeting divisional railway manager Mohit Sonakiya, the MP cited the recent inauguration of the Rayanapadu railway station by the prime mini

China planted millions of trees around the Taklamakan Desert, and turned it into a carbon sink

China's ambitious tree-planting program has transformed the Taklamakan Desert, once known as The Place of No Return, into a functioning carbon si

NGT nod thwarted Gandhis' bid to stall Nicobar plan: BJP

The BJP has criticized Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for opposing the Great Nicobar island infrastructure project, accusing them of attempting to derail

Modern AI Tools Cutting Research Time, Says Google DeepMind Official

Released in 2020, AlphaFold achieved accuracy in protein structure prediction.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holds talks with Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman

Vikram Misri greeted Shafiqur Rahman and reaffirmed Indias people-centric ties with Bangladesh

Obesity, Diabetes Centurys Biggest Health Threats

He, however, cautioned that declining public trust in science and inconsistent funding could threaten preparedness.

Two Arrested With 101 Kg Ganja

. The prime accused, Raju, a native of Odisha, remains absconding.

Stones Pelted at Minister Viveks Convoy in Mancherial; Constable Injured

BRS MLA Kova Laxmi staged a sit-in, accusing the police of highhandness.

Rice Milling Industry Crucial For Farmers, PDS: AP Millers

Association president Gummadi Venkateswara Rao and secretary Valluri Suryaprakasa Rao termed the charges baseless and malicious and allegedly dri

Maharashtra ATS busts soccer club front for radicalisation

Maharashtra ATS has busted a radicalisation network operating under a soccer club's guise, raiding 21 locations. A Nagpur grocer allegedly used a

First Blast Successfully Achieves 3.5-Metre Pull in SLBC

The government subsequently abandoned the use of tunnel boring machines and opted for the blasting method to complete work on the 43.93-km-long t

Pharma Sector Shifting to AI-Led Innovation

AI is being deployed beyond data analysis into target discovery, molecule design and clinical trial optimisation.

Woman's Body Kept Indoors for Four Days

The matter came to light on Monday after neighbours complained of a foul smell.

French President Macron Invites PM Modi To 52nd G7 Summit In France

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the 52nd G7 Summit, which will be presided over by France in

Shrinking Season 3 Episode 4 release time, what to expect and how to watch worldwide: Global streaming timings

Shrinking Season 3 Episode 4 release time, what to expect and how to watch worldwide is now confirmed. The episode streams February 18, 2026, on

Cong Remains In DMK-Led Front, To Start Talks Soon

Since several Congress leaders came out in support of the demand for power share vociferously, while the high command maintained a discreet silen

Student Teams Shine at BioINNOVATE 2026

Entries were judged on scientific merit, feasibility, innovation, societal relevance and clarity.

1,095 Sanitation Workers Deployed to Keep Visakhapatnam Spotless for IFR

The workforce will operate in three shifts over the three days of the event to ensure uninterrupted sanitation services at all key locations.

Trump administration backs Kalshi and Polymarket in big legal fight over U.S. betting rules

The U.S. government is backing prediction market platforms in a major legal fight with several states. The dispute is about who should control th

Azharuddin Calls for Dignity for Imran Khan Amid Health Scare

Azharuddin emphasised their shared history on the cricket field and called for the incarcerated leader to be treated with respect.

EC Eyes April for Elections in Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry

Last time, Assembly polls in West Bengal were held in eight phases. In Assam, elections were held in two phases, and in a single phase in Tamil N

5 injured in New York church explosion: what caused the Boonville blast and is a propane leak to blame?

Five people were injured in a New York church explosion Tuesday morning in Boonville, Oneida County. One firefighter remains in critical conditio

'Raise India-made component' in Rafale deal: Rajnath to France

India has urged France to increase the 'Make-in-India' component to 50% for the upcoming 114 Rafale fighter jet deal, including engine manufactur

Moon Sighted in Gulf, Hyderabad Awaits

Shopkeepers reported strong demand

No Charges in 90 Days, Ravi Granted Bail

Justice K. Sujana allowed a batch of five criminal petitions, holding that Ravi was entitled to statutory bail as a matter of right due to non-co

NTR Collector Urges 100 Per Cent Pass Rate Ahead of Class 10 Exams

He personally engaged with the students, posing questions across mathematics, science, and social studies to gauge their readiness.

AP Waqf Board Reviews Ummeed Portal Uploads, Ramzan Arrangements

With Ramzan approaching, the chairman reviewed the status of pending mosque committees and instructed officials to expedite appointments wherever

Device theft at India AI Impact Summit: Delhi Policeidentifysuspect

India's T20 World Cup Super 8 Opponents, Dates And Venues Confirmed

India have been placed alongside Zimbabwe, the West Indies, and last season's runners-up, South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8

EAGLE Force Busts Drug Ring Run by Students

Cases have been registered under the NDPS Act, 1985.

Doctors Earn More Respect as Lifesavers, Says Lokesh

Recalling the Covid-19 pandemic, Lokesh said that when the world retreated indoors, doctors stepped forward, risking their lives and working tire

All 12 accused in Turkman Gate violence case get bail

Indias aviation is in need of data-driven oversight

The December 2025 IndiGo crisis highlights Indias lack of a data-driven aviation framework and a regulatory gap

AAP attacks govt. over fee hikes; BJP hits back

Army aspirant accuses TTE of rape bid on train in UP

A young Army aspirant traveling for her NCC exam has accused a TTE of attempted rape in a First AC coach of the Ahmedabad-Gorakhpur Express. The

LIVE | Ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore in court as attorneys push for case to be dropped

Woman dies after alleged assault by son

BSL-3 animal vaccine unit, GCC, Innovation Hub projects announced in Telangana

IFR-2026 Commences With Presidential Banquet

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu arrived in the city by the evening. He would be participating in the fleet review on Wednesday morning along

Punjab Congress Seeks to Bury Factionalism With Unity Outreach For 2027

The Punjab Congress appears to be moving towards a phase of greater cohesion and coordination under the organisational oversight of its state in-

BRS cadre celebrates KCRs birthday across Telangana

Queensland positions itself as a strategic partner in India-Australia biotech collaboration at BioAsia 2026

BJP back to Rath Yatras to boost political prospects in West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a gathering at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds at the culmination of the yatras across the State

In allegation of electoral corruption, guilt has to be proved to the hilt, Sibal submits in Supreme Court

He was countering an appeal filed by S.S. Duraisamy alleging that there were videos and photos, contained in CDs, allegedly showing corrupt pract

India in talks with social media platforms on age-based restrictions, deepfake regulation: Vaishnaw

Reddy loses Bagepalli MLA post with false claim of nil tax dues when he actually owed over 1.3 crore

Declaring nil tax dues in the assets and liabilities statement filed with his nomination papers - despite owing 1.3 crore in property tax arrears

RPF constable caught on video assaulting youth; probe ordered

Private hospital in city successfully performs pinhole spine surgery on 75-year-old patient

31 govt. plots illegally allocated at 5% of market value for Congress Bhavans in Karnataka: Chalavadi

The new world disorder, from rules to might

As the rules-based order erodes, raw power is beginning to reshape the global system

Tele-Law workshop focuses on Technology-driven access to justice

Meghwal highlights inclusive and digital legal services Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, February 17, 2026: A Regional Event-cum-Workshop under the Tel

From restless mind to tranquil soul: A psychologists guide to inner healing

Hyderabad:Nothing in life can torment a person more persistently than their own negative thoughts. A bleak outlook, pessimistic thinking and lack

Youth will drive innovation-journey to developed India@2047: LG

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:Calling upon the youth to transform knowledge into creation, silos into synergy, and aspirations into achievements, Lieutenant

Of wealth and beauty

A look at the outsize impact these have on lives

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stresses Hindu unity, calls for three-child families

Advocating social engagement from families to communities, Bhagwat encouraged citizens to prioritise collective well-being, serve society, and st

Telangana HC Upholds Collectors Powers in Seniors Act

The panel comprising Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin and was dealing with a writ petition filed by R. Srinivas.

Uproarious scenes in Assembly over BJP MLAs remarks against Kashmiris

Congress MLAs, Khursheed protests; Randhawa offers to retract remarks Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:Uproarious scenes were witnessed in the Jammu & Kashmir

GOC 16 Corps reviews security scenario

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:Top Army Commander on Tuesday visited the general areas of Potha and Thanamandi to undertake a comprehensive review of the pre

Revanth Proposes GCC Zone in Bharat Future City

Vaksindo Animal Health Pvt Ltd, a division of JAPFA Indonesia, said it would establish a BSL-3 vaccine manufacturing facility in Genome Valley to

Teacher posts vacant due to freeze

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday informed the House that posts of General Line Teachers (GLTs) have remained vacant

RS Pura Juvenile Home Escape: Two nabbed, six cops suspended

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:Two Pakistani inmates who had escaped from an observation home at RS Pura on Monday were arrested by the Special Task Force (S

No welfare scheme for construction workers in J&K: Govt

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said that no Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) is presently being implemented by th

Shantmanu appointed State Election Commissioner

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:The J&K Government on Tuesday appointed retired IAS officer Shantmanu as the State Election Commissioner. According to an orde

Two charged for spreading secessionist content to radicalize youth

Jammu Tawi, Feb 17:The State Investigation Agency (SIA), Kashmir on Tuesday filed a comprehensive charge sheet before the Competent Court against

No gain in bargaining: On the Congress-DMK alliance

The Congress, not the DMK, stands to lose more if it frays the alliance

See How Bangladesh Conducted Polls: Mamata Banerjee Sparks Row With Jibe At Election Commission

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has targeted the Election Commission of India, holding up the example of Bangladesh, which had its ele

Over 50,000 Candidates in Class 10 Exams

Jammu Tawi, FEBRUARY 17. Over 50 thousand students appeared in class 10 examination across 527 centres set- up by J&K BOSE. In a statement issued

Front and centre: On the front-of-package labelling issue

Front-of-package labelling helps consumers to choose health foods

Recruiter claims these six interview lies are necessary do you agree as debate ensues?

Job interview tips 2026: A recruiter's advice on telling six 'necessary' lies during job interviews has ignited online debate. He suggests strate

A.P. MLAs laud peoples budget, say it reflects governments vision

'Like Sun Rising In East': Expert On India Hitting Pak's Nuclear Site During Op Sindoor

Tom Cooper, one of the world's foremost aviation historians and analysts, said he has plenty of proof to back up his claim.

At meeting with Election Commission, Assam parties seek 1 or 2-phase assembly polls

The Election Commission of India's full bench visited Assam to assess assembly poll preparedness. Political parties suggested single or two-phase

Gates Praise Is Global Endorsement Of Naidus Vision: Palla

The Microsoft founders recent visit to the Real-Time Governance Society centre at the state secretariat, Palla said, was itself a significant glo

A Delhi move by the Grand Mufti

How Aboobacker Musliar reaffirmed his position without taking a partisan stand

West Bengal elections: ECI officials flooded with 'inadmissible documents, illegible forms' in poll-bound state

West Bengal is facing issues with voter list revision. Officials are finding many illegible forms and incorrect supporting documents. Documents l

DC Edit | Trisha Stands Up For Women

Even leaders of the BJP, whose state unit chief the culprit Nainar Nagenthran was, chastised him for making such a derogatory statement against a

Follow constitutional morality, fight polls on mutual respect, says SC

The Supreme Court has stressed that political leaders must uphold constitutional morality and engage in elections with mutual respect. Political

Centre trying to create fiscal crisis for Tamil Nadu: State finance minister Thangam Thenarasu in Assembly

Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu accused the Centre of creating unprecedented fiscal challenges, including project denial and fund

Ramadan 2026 moon sighting: Saudi Arabia confirms crescent moon sightinghere's when Ramadan begins

Ramadan 1447 begins on February 18, 2026, following the official sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia. This sacred month marks the start

Bengal files FIRs against 4 officials on ECI directive; Chief secy sends compliance report to election panel

West Bengal has filed FIRs against four election officials as per ECI orders. A Block Development Officer was also suspended. Chief Minister Mama

Video: Towering Flames As Oil Tanker Explodes After Collision In UP

A massive fire broke out in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, following a major accident involving an oil tanker on the National Highway.

Haryana STF nabs 2 Pak youths who fled Jammu juvenile home; hunt on for third fugitive

Two Pakistani nationals escaped a juvenile home in Jammu and were arrested 400km away in Ambala Cantonment railway station. They had broken out w

Omar presses Centre on J&K statehood as Delhi signals decision soon

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed cautious optimism following Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal's statement on the imminent

'Where's Vote Theft Now?' BJP After Congress' Big Win In Telangana Local Body Polls

Two days after the results of the Telangana local body elections were declared, the political temperature in the state remains high.

No plan for monkey sterilisation, says J&K govt amid outrage over massive crop damage

Jammu and Kashmir government will not sterilize monkeys despite crop destruction and public safety concerns. Instead, it plans to promote monkey-

Cgarh: 22 Naxals Surrender In Sukma, 4th Mass Surrender Of Maoists In The Year So Far

This was the fourth mass surrender of Naxals in Bastar the current year so far.

Jupally To Welcome 3rd Monks Dhamma Padayatra in Hyderabad

Thai and Indian monks reach Hyderabad after 400-km spiritual journey

Gujarat voter list revised: 68.12 lakh names deleted, total electorate at 4.40 crore

Gujarat's final voter list shows 4.40 crore eligible voters. Over 68 lakh names were removed during a special revision. The list added 5.6 lakh v

The New Gold: Prices Of Cucumbers Soar In Russia Amid Wartime Inflation, Trigger Anger

The price surge has turned the humble veggie into a symbol of Russia's economic struggles amid the ongoing Ukraine war.

SC alarmed as 'some lawyers using AI for drafting petitions'

The Supreme Court is noticing a worrying trend of lawyers using artificial intelligence to draft court petitions. Judges have encountered cases w