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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

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

Dogra thrilled at completing 10,000 runs in Ranji Trophy

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

EAGLE Force arrests inter-State cocaine peddler and two associates in Kondapur, seizing 32 grams during a raid

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

Producer of hit Israeli TV series Tehran found dead in Athens, Greece

The production company wishes to clarify that the rumours of a criminal or nationally motivated death are false and unfounded, her production com

SC sends 'industry' definition to nine-judge Bench for fresh review

The Supreme Court has referred the scope of the term industry under labour law to a nine-judge Bench, which will revisit a 1975 ruling and assess

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

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

Kozhikode to host Kerala Technology Expo in May

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

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

Prabhas Suffers Minor Injuries

The mishap on the Fauji sets is not expected to affect the shooting schedule

Man hurls aruval inside court hall in Srivilliputtur court; police detain

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 119.30 feet

Pak Nationals Among 3 Juveniles Escape From Observation Home After Firing At Cop

DE Web Desk JAMMU, Feb 16: At least three juveniles, including Pakistani nationals, escaped from an observation home in the RS Pura area on Monda

POCSO Court sentences 46-year-old man to 10 years RI for raping minor girl

SBI Clerk Mains Result 2026 expected soon at sbi.co.in; check steps to download scorecards and more

The State Bank of India is expected to release the SBI Clerk Mains Result 2026 soon on its official website. The examination, held on November 21

Residents demand flyover instead of vehicular overpass for NH 169 at Gurupura Kaikamba

Walls of the vehicular overpass will divide the town, thereby affecting commercial activities, students and other residents, says Nagarika Horata

JD(S) to hold membership enrollment drive in Mysuru district from Feb 18

Calm, Clear and Firm: Trisha Chooses Grace Over Outrage

Drawn into an unexpected political debate, actor responded with dignity, underlining that boundaries and respect matter

Digital trade chapter not in India-US interim trade pact; to be taken up in BTA, says official

India and the US have not yet discussed digital trade in their initial trade agreement. This crucial chapter will be negotiated as part of the la

Anthropic's India revenue doubled since October, says Irina Ghose

Anthropic's India revenue run rate has doubled in six months, with the country emerging as Claude.ai's second-largest user base, driven by strong

X outage today: Is Twitter down and when will X be back up?

Twitter down: X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced a significant outage, preventing thousands of users worldwide from accessing its website

Truck with illegally transported PDS rice seized in Nellore, two held

'Tehran' TV Series Producer Dana Eden Found Dead In Athens Hotel Room

TV producer Dana Eden, who co-created the hit Israeli spy thriller series Tehran, has been found dead in a hotel room in central Athens, Greek po

Karnataka High Court orders inspection of Paying Guest accommodations to verify adherence to 10-point guidelines issued in 2024

The court has directed civic authorities to commence the inspection from February 18 and complete the process within two weeks

US, EU trade deals could unlock $400 billion for Indias agri sector

India's agriculture sector has a significant new opportunity. Trade agreements with the United States and the European Union open markets worth 4

JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026: 12 Candidates Score 100 Percent, 13 Lakh Candiates Appeared

JEE Mains Session 1 Result Details: The JEE Mains session 1 paper 1 (BE/BTech) result was declared today. Among the 13 lakh candidates who appear

Farmers seek procurement of maize through State government

Three Juvenile Inmates Reportedly Escape From Observation Home In R.S. Pura, Two Cops Injured

Jammu, Feb 16: Three inmates of a Juvenile Observation Home escaped from custody in the R.S. Pura sector on Monday evening after allegedly assaul

CM inaugurates completedprojects worth 7.32 crore in Salem

Sayamprabha rapid response team in all 14 districts

PM Modi inaugurates India AI Impact Expo 2026 At Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi

Minister saying communal violence led to reduced investments in coastal region is true, says Dinesh Gundu Rao

I do not have much information about Priyank Kharges stand on RSS and BJP. You better ask him, retorts Health Minister

Why Tarique Rahman's Swearing-In Is Departure From Past For Bangladesh

Tarique Rahman's swearing in as Prime Minister of Bangladesh will see several firsts for his country, including the ceremony taking place in the

Byju's parent moves SC against NCLAT nod for Aakash's 240-cr rights issue

Think & Learn, the parent of Byju's, has moved the Supreme Court challenging an NCLAT order permitting Aakash Educational Services to proceed wit

Hyderabad Hosts TALHealthFest 2026, A Global Call for Equitable Healthcare

Touch-A-Life Foundation's TALHealthFest 2026 introduced TALMedora, a platform aimed at connecting global doctors to enhance healthcare access.

Centre, BJP-ruled states turning blind eye to injustice to gig workers: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi highlighted deep class and caste discrimination within the gig economy, accusing BJP governments of inaction. He met gig workers, no

Delhi HC grants bail to SDPI chief in money laundering case

The judge noted that Faizy has been in jail since March 3, 2025, i.e. for more than 11 months, without trial

X Down For Thousands Of Users Worldwide, Including India

Elon Musk's social media platform X went down on Monday in a massive global outage, including in India.

Modis rooftop solar rollout lags despite subsidy push

Bank loan delays and poor State utility backing slow PM Surya Ghar scheme, threatening clean energy targets and prolonging coal reliance.

What is Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday? The history, traditions, and why the festival still matters

Mardi Gras 2026 is set for Tuesday, February 17. This grand finale of Carnival celebrations in New Orleans promises parades, music, and vibrant f

Ramadan 2026 in the US: Fasting hours, daily suhoor and Iftar times you need to know

Ramadan 2026 in the United States is expected to begin in mid-February, bringing a month of fasting, worship, and community engagement for Muslim

Revenue Minister Krishna Byregowda visits hospitals, schools, government offices in Hassan

Trinamool Congress accuses EC of violating spirit of SC order on documents for SIR

West Bengals ruling party complained that the poll body has now refused to accept financial assistance sanction letters issued under government h

Top tax-planning strategies that can save you thousands what smart filers are doing now

Many people want to pay less tax during tax season. Experts say smart filers use simple legal ways to reduce taxable income. These include choosi

KSU activists clash with police in Kottayam

The incident unfolded during a march organised by the youth group to protest alleged backdoor appointments by the LDF government, bypassing PSC r

Karnataka Court Sentences Three To Death In Israeli Tourist e-case

According to the prosecution, the heinous crime took place near Sanapur on March 6, 2025. The Israeli-origin woman was subjected to inhuman sexua

ECI Bars Housing Aid Letters in WB SIR; TMC Cries SC Order Breach

Trinamul Congress criticized the Election Commission for allegedly manipulating electoral rules in West Bengal.

IIT Madras alumni meet held

WhatsApp Governance gets 100 crore boost in 2026-2027 Budget

State targets 1,000 services as A.P. State Data Lake integrates 36 departments to strengthen real-time, data-driven governance

MoES Secretary to speak at `Prof. Koteswaram Memorial Lecture on February 17

Mumbai traffic advisory: Brace for heavy traffic on February 17. Check reason, routes to avoid and timings

South Mumbai and Western suburbs will experience significant traffic disruptions on February 17 due to a high-profile India-France event. Several

Expect US to implement 18% tariff on Indian goods this week: Commerce secy

The US is expected to reduce tariffs on several Indian exports from 25% to 18% this week, with India prepared to take up any delay during upcomin

Body recovered from the Kagina in Sedam taluk

Three arrested in 19 crore USDT crypto fraud linked to fake KYC website

No trade licence needed under municipal laws for cinema exhibition: Karnataka High Court

But selling food and other business activities within cinema theatre need trade licence

Govt. has implemented development projects worth 1,00,000 cr. through KIIFB in 10 years: Pinarayi Vijayan

The Chief Minister inaugurated 15 development projects, including a new surgical block, at the Government Medical College, Kottayam on Monday