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SSUS students evince interest in exploring innovative start-up ideas

Military AI and the urgency of guardrails

India should utilise the opportunity to push for a non-binding framework rooted in its principles of accountability and aligned with its interest

Indias Third Way for AI governance

For nations seeking development pathways compatible with their strategic interests and institutional capacities, Indias model holds real appeal

RJD MP Sudhakar urges Bihar CM to end all ties with Gates Foundation following its name surfaces in Epstein files

In a letter sent on February 17 and available in public domain on February 18, Mr. Singh said that the name of Bill Gates, owner of Microsoft and

Foundation stones laid for court complexes

At thelast frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?

Across human history, each generation has generally advanced cognitively and creatively beyond the previous one. Yet ours may be the rst generati

Indias moment to restoring balance to copyright

Rigid copyright laws are undermining access, creativity and technological progress

What the scrapping of reservation means for Muslims in Maharashtra

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan asked why the BJP-led government had scrapped the decision soon after Aji

Interest In Sports, A Deterrent To Drug Habits: CM

Participating in an event organized by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu at the Nehru Indoor Stadium, Stalin listed out the initiati

21-Yr-Old Man Dies By Suicide

Gachibowli police said at around 9 pm on February 16 (Monday), they had dinner together, during which Dalendra was alleged to in an inebriated co

Vigilance Officials Raid Illegal Sand Miner

With onset of summer, miscreants would indulge in illegal transport of sand from different sand reaches. Following the tip-off, the vigilance wou

Troubled waters: On the Great Nicobar Project

Concerns about the Nicobar project should have got a fair appraisal

Dialysis technicians demand regularisation of services

Kashmir revival: On the path of tourism

Tourism that benefits locals can help counter the terrorist ecosystem

Fishermen take oath to oppose coastal projects

Kabaddi Maran, a community leader, said that bothCentral andState governmentsare vying with each other to make money out of the coast in the name

Komatireddy Calls For Push To RRR, HAM Roads

Reviewing last years allocations and progress at the Secretariat, the minister said the upcoming budget must be guided by clear planning, measura

Ex-defence Staffer Dies by Suicide as Wife Fails to Cook Chicken on Maha Shivaratri

According to police, Prakash brought chicken home and asked his wife Padma to cook it. She reportedly advised him against consuming non-vegetaria

Cultural fest at VIT Chennai turns the clock back withtent kottai

CPI(M) forms seat-sharing committee, to pitch for double-digit seats: Shanmugam

SCR Celebrates 70th Railway Week

The celebrations reaffirmed the division's steadfast commitment to innovation, efficiency and delivering safe, reliable, customer-focused rail se

21-year-old Student Killed in Shamshabad Accident

Police said the lorry driver, Ramniwas, 58, from Madhya Pradesh, has been booked. Investigation is underway.

Belagavi: Car Driver Arrested In Connection With Fatal Accident

The incident occurred on the morning of February 11 near Halaga on NH-48, when a car rammed into a motorcycle.

India will lead the Global South one day: Mohan Bhagwat in Lucknow

Mohan Bhagwat's remarks assume significance, as they come amid the recent tariff controversy with the U.S.

Private Colleges Protest Over Hall Tickets

The Telangana Private Junior Colleges Managements Association urged the Board to allow 300 students to pay the examination fee.

Is U.S.Iran war imminent? Oil prices spike to $65.01 as 150+ U.S. cargo planes signal war within days are you prepared for another major Middle East conflict?

WTI crude oil jumped 4.4% to $65.01 as fears of a U.S.Iran war intensified. Brent crude climbed near $69. Over 150 U.S. military cargo planes and

Court rejects bail applications of three accused in biker death case

Kamal Dhyani, who worked at a private bank in Rohini, was returning home on the intervening night of February 5 and 6 when he fell into the pit,

Biker arrested for doing stunts for social media video

Centre for Hospice Care inaugurated in Tambaram

176 grams of suspected MDMA seized in major drug bust

Madras University, KVB establish lab to study endangered, indigenous languages

India Will Lead Global South One Day: Mohan Bhagwat In Lucknow

India will lead the Global South one day, and then no nation or no tariffs would be able to harm us, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Moha

Blow to justice, say kin after 17 acquitted in Chhattisgarh father-son murder case

Raheem Ummad Mohammad, 55, and son Idul Mohammad, 35, were found dead following communal violence in Bemetara district in 2023

Students flag Priorities In UoH Spending

The RTI revealed that over 330 crore has gone into IoE buildings, 59.07 crore into equipment, 11.83 crore into library resources, and 102.74 cror

RS polls on March 16; DMK, AIADMK to accommodate allies

Both parties are faced with a situation where they have to fulfil the demand of some smaller parties to allot a Rajya Sabha berth as a condition

GHMC Launches MyCURE App

MyCURE App is available on both Android (Google Play Store) and Apple iOS (App Store).

DMK alliance remains intact: VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan

The Congress will remain in the alliance and there need be no doubt over this, says VCK leader

BJP Seeks Tie-Up With BRS To Keep Cong. Out In Khanapur

Khanapur municipality has 12 wards, with the Congress securing three seats, the BRS four and the BJP four, while one seat was won by an Independe

INS Krishna launched: Navy cadets to get floating classrooms for sea training

India's naval cadets now have dedicated 'floating classrooms' at sea with the launch of INS Krishna, the first of three indigenous training ships

Stalin Stresses On Constitutional Amendment

Presenting part one of the report of the High-level committee on Union-State relations, headed by former Judge Kurian Joseph, in the State Assemb

CM launches 2,158-cr. DJB projects to resolve old water, sewage issues

Over 1,250 crore allocated for water supply works; public funds being used for first timeto fulfil residents needs, says Gupta; amnesty scheme fo

GHMC Chief Reviews Ramzan Sanitation

The commissioner held onsite discussions with officials on drain desilting, preventing garbage accumulation, and supervision at Circle and Zonal

Justice remains 'inaccessible' for 'Persons with Disabilities', says NCPEDP study

A new report reveals significant hurdles for persons with disabilities in accessing India's justice system. Inaccessible police stations, a lack

Fed minutes show division, and talk of rate hikes, beneath January pause

Federal Reserve officials kept interest rates unchanged at their January meeting. However, opinions diverged on future policy. Some policymakers

Odisha govt.s directions to shut forest rights cells prompt Central scrutiny

Tribal Affairs Ministry inquiring into States directions to shut FRA Cells, sack staff; the most recent order, on Tuesday, directs closing 50 sub

IICA forms advisory group to simplify corporate compliance

In a major step forward, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs has established a pivotal advisory committee aimed at streamlining corporate c

1,250 functionaries to participate at BJP State executive ON February 19 with focus on local body polls

HMT land bank may be monetised as AI clusters

India is preparing a plan to use land owned by HMT Ltd for artificial intelligence clusters. HMT has a large land bank across several states. Inv

Ajit Pawar's Son Seeks Detailed Probe In Baramati Plane Crash

Jay Pawar, the younger son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar who died in a plane crash last month, on Wednesday sought a thorough p

Google Unveils India-US Subsea Cable To Boost AI Connectivity

Betting big on India's AI potential, Google CEO Sundar Pichai on Wednesday announced new subsea cable routes to boost AI connectivity between Ind

Ajit Pawar's Son Jay Demands Thorough, Impartial Probe Into Plane Crash

Amid a raging row over the death of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP president Ajit Pawar, his son Jay Pawar on Wednesday demande

PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks With World Leaders On AI Summit Sidelines

World leaders converged in New Delhi on Wednesday as the Global India AI Impact Summit 2026 continued, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi holding

Man Barges Into Techie Ex-Wife's House In Hyderabad, Stabs Her To Death

The woman, who had remarried, had filed a domestic violence case against the man, because of which he could not return to Canada.

Barefoot Monks Greeted at Buddhavanam

Flower spray machines lined the pathway, which was decorated with Buddhist flags

ECI Notifies Polls for 37 Rajya Sabha Seats

Notifications for the polls will be issued on February 26.

Woman Killed By Ex-Husband In BN Reddy Nagar

The deceased has been identified as Udukula Sunitha, a native of Ballarsha in Maharashtra: Reports

Laptop Politics Vs Vijay Wave: First-Time Voters On DMK's Freebie Pitch

With actor Vijay making a high-voltage political plunge, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam or DMK is sharpening its youth outreach - the centr

IRS ends direct file heres how Americans can still file taxes for free

IRS has ended its free Direct File tax website after less than two years. The government said the program was costly and not many taxpayers used

Turkish Erdogan's son Bilal on quiet Dhaka visit after Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh PM

Bilal Erdogan, son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, arrived in Dhaka. He was accompanied by former footballer Mesut Ozil and TIKA chair

AICC Calling Entire Telangana Cabinet To Delhi Humiliating: Harish

In the letter, released to the media, Harish Rao said the Congress leadership must explain the collapse of governance and betrayal of promises in

MBBS Student Drowns In Pond During Picnic

Though he did not know how to swim, he entered the water and drowned

Vijayawadas 1.48-Crore Road Doctor To Heal Potholes, Cut Emissions

The advanced mobile road repair unit has been purchased for 1.48 crore under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) utilising the 15th Finance C

Azhar Launches Welfare Sops For Minorities

With a total outlay of about 90 crore for schemes, these included ongoing schemes under economic support (2025-26): Reports

Visa, Mastercard payment systems to be stopped? Check latest details

Visa and Mastercard process more than 95 percent of card payments in the UK, according to the Payment Systems Regulator.

West Begnal Govt Show Cause Notice to Kabir's Wife For Wetland Grab

According to sources, Ms Sultana came under the scanner after she illegally filled the water body of two acres by force, converted it into a land

Winning, yet wanting: India beat Netherlands to maintain all-win record but batting fluency remains elusive

India dominated the opening round of the World Cup. However, the batting unit has not always fired on all cylinders. Abhishek Sharma's form is a

Doctors Perform Rare Surgery To Remove 6 Kg Ovarian Tumour in Korutla

The patient was suffering from abdominal swelling and persistent pain for several months before seeking medical care

SahilDhaneshradeath: Accuseds fatherapologises, says will cooperate

28 of 62 projects announced in 2025 completed: GCCs action-taken report

Indian Navy Growing in Strength Globally: Rammohan Naidu

Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu said he was impressed with the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant which played a crucial role in Operation Sindoor.

Water hyacinth chokes parts of Adyar river, sparks mosquito menace in city

The trash boom barriers upstream of Thiru.Vi.Ka. bridge is lifted at times to release the accumulated water hyacinth downstreaminstead of clearin

Ponguleti Orders Code Audit of Dharani Portal

The minister said the affairs of the portal were akin to pulling a thread and seeing the entire knot unravel, indicating deep-rooted systemic iss

No New Tax In Mohan Govts Women-Centric Budget, Introduces Milk In Midday Meal

The state governments flagship women-empowerment scheme, Ladli Behna Yojana, has received Rs 23,883 crore in the budget.

DC Impact: NHRC Directs Centre, ICMR To File Report on Improper Drug Trials in Hyderabad

The NHRC, in its directions issued on Wednesday, said allegations in a complaint it received over the issues faced by the participant, prima faci

UK minister says India, Britain moved against Grok content

India and the UK are partnering to advance AI development. Both nations are committed to establishing shared values in AI. Collaboration will foc

Mark Zuckerberg to testify in social media addiction trial: Key details emerge

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in a Los Angeles court for a significant social media addiction trial. He will testify regarding claims that pl

India, UK Strengthen AI And Telecom Ties

The minister also highlighted Indias national quantum mission and stressed the potential for collaboration in quantum communications and secure n

Apple drops ESG links from top executives pay packages

Major American companies are now removing environmental targets from executive pay. This follows a similar trend with diversity goals. Apple, Sta

MTC to operate special buses from Egmore station during redevelopment work

The Southern Railway will be reducing the number of suburban train services on the Beach-Tambaram section for a period of 45 days starting from F

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Recruiter asks for proof of rival offer, talks turn ugly, candidate wants to report it advice pours in

Job offer negotiation advice: A job seeker faced a difficult situation with a recruiter from a big tech firm. The recruiter demanded proof of ano

India's engineering talent becoming AI talent

India's engineering talent is rapidly becoming AI talent. The nation contributes to all aspects of artificial intelligence, from data to hardware

100 VCs From 6 States to Attend OU AI Meet

The two-day meet, themed Creating AI & Quantum Enabled HEIs, will deliberate on how universities can integrate emerging technologies into curricu

SAAP To Launch State-level Chess League On Feb. 21

The SAAP League is designed for athletes between the ages of 12 and 20 and spans 31 sports disciplines across all 26 districts

DyCM Threatens To Invoke Esma Against BJP Leaders Over Obstruction To Garbage Disposal

In a stern warning to BJP leaders, D.K. Shivakumar said Behave yourself, else we will initiate strict action under Essential Services Maintenance

Ramadhan moon sighted; fasting to begin from today

Srinagar, Feb 18: The holy month of Ramadhan will commence from Thursday as the crescent moon was sighted in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir o

Ramzan Month Begins in AP Amid Spiritual Fervour

Islamic religious leaders explained that the Taraweeh prayers are performed after Namaz-e-Isha, the final prayer of the day.

EOW Books Bharathi Builders For 5 Crore Scam

According to the complaint, the company promoted a pre-launch real estate project at Bhanur, promising investors that their money would double wi

150 Kanals of industrial estate in Samba under encroachment: Govt

Jammu Tawi: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said that a major portion of 436 kanals of land identified for industrial development in

Bigger IRS tax refunds for US households: why is the average IRS tax refund $2,290 in 2026, up 10.9%, as latest IRS data shows $16.9 billion already paid out?

The average IRS tax refund is $2,290 in 2026. That is up 10.9% year over year. The Internal Revenue Service has already paid out $16.9 billion th

ET GBS 2026: 'India's edge is in applying AI where it matters most'

Emerging tech whiz Raul John Aju champions pragmatic AI advancements for India. He cautions against trying to outsize global tech behemoths, advo