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Female-Led Films Need to be Perfect; Men-Led Average Films Are Hits: Taapsee

Taapsee on the industry for demanding perfection from female-led films while average male-led films thrive.

Tensions flare in Kamareddy over government land dispute

Hyderabad: Tensions flared in Telanganas Kamareddy district between former Congress sarpanch Giri Reddy Mahender Reddy and Bharatiya Janata Party

Will not tolerate arrest of party workers in Banswada: BJP prez

Hyderabad: Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president N Ramchander Rao on Sunday, February 22, warned the state Congress government against

Two JeM terrorists killed in encounter in J-Ks Kishtwar

Jammu: Two terrorists affiliated with Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) were killed in an encounter with security forces in a remote area in

Defence forces move towards unified battlefield, ISR & cyber data: DG DRDO

DG DRDO Chandrika Kaushik talks about the preparedness and challenges to leapfrogging into next-gen warfare

DoT directs Noida airport to help telcos set up mobile network in public entity area

With this, the government has now recognised two airports as public entities and instructed authorities to help telecom companies set up infrastr

Science Snapshots: February 22, 2026

Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute

Deported by US, gay Moroccan woman returns to hiding

Dakar: Being gay in Morocco is illegal and punishable by up to three years in prison. But it was the violence from her family that forced Farah,

MP: Dispute over loudspeaker during Taraweeh and aarti ends up in communal clash

A dispute over the use of high-decibel loudspeakers during a Hindu aarti (pooja) and Taraweeh prayers from both communities led to a communal cla

NDA lashes out at YSRCP for hurting Hindu sentiments

Undertrial prisoner attacks inmates at Bengaluru Central Prison, probe reveals a hit job given by another inmate

The undertrial allegedly attempted to assault the six inmates with a nail.

PM Modi highlights farmers gains in land, water and income

New Delhi: A Kerala villages success in growing 570 varieties of rice in a single field and how an Odisha farmer has secured extra income through

Two policemen found dead at border outpost in Gurdaspur, Punjab

According to the police, the deceased were identified as Gurnam Singh and Ashok Kumar, who were posted at an outpost in Adhian in Punjab's Gurdas

Partially burnt body of 27-year-old businessman found near Himayathsagar in Telangana

The deceased is identified as Amir, a resident of Tolichowki, with police teams shifting the body for postmortem examination and launching an inv

Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 88.77 feet

Kerala sanctions 10.28 crore for renovation of four roads in Kozhikode

Public Works Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas said that funds had been allocated for road repair works in Kozhikode North, Beypore, Elathur and Kuttia

Who holds the record for most Filmfare Awards in Tollywood?

Hyderabad: The 70th Filmfare Awards South was a night to remember, especially for Allu Arjun, who took home the Best Actor award for Pushpa 2: Th

6 budget-friendly Holi getaways in India

Durai Vaiko seeks operation of shuttle services between Tiruchi and Salem

Requests for halt of Tiruchi - Mayiladuthurai MEMU express at Tiruverumbur to enhance passenger patronage

US President Donald Trump announces hike in tariffs to 15% on all countries

Following a Supreme Court verdict against his earlier sweeping tariffs, the US President imposed a 10% tariffs on all countries, including India,

ED Sets Target Of Filing 500 Chargesheets This Fiscal; Completing Probe In 1-2 Years

New Delhi, Feb 22: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has set a target of filing 500 chargesheets in money-laundering cases in the current financia

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University approves 372.51-crore budget for 202627; thrust on social impact and AgriTech innovation

Allocations prioritise comprehensive development initiatives aimed at strengthening infrastructure, enhancing the research ecosystem, and acceler

Tejal, Prema power India A to Asia Cup Rising Stars title

Bangkok, Feb 22: Tejal Hasanbis made an impactful 51 not out off 34 balls on a slow turner before leg-spinner Prema Rawat made the ball talk as I

Rapid rail services to reduce travel time between Meerut, Delhi to around 40-45 minutes: U.P. CM

Mr. Adityanath said the Prime Minister's regular review of infrastructure projects has helped fast-track projects worth 85 lakh crore that had re

KC-390 Millennium: Embraer positions NATO's new favourite for India's tactical airlift

Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer is pitching its KC-390 Millennium for India's military transport aircraft deal, highlighting its versatility and

Wordle answer February 22: Hints and solution revealed for the Sunday puzzle

Wordle tested players with a five-letter term featuring an unusual consonant combination and two vowels. The puzzle required careful observation

PM Modi accuses Congress of shameless politics at AI Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized the Congress party. He alleged they turned a global artificial intelligence summit in Delhi into

Keralas KITE adds Tamil, Kannada content to global educational software GCompris

This marks a significant contribution to the global Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) community

Alcoholic beverage industry urges Goa govt to defer Deposit Refund System

These industry bodies claimed the current timeline of DRS implementation is unrealistic and could cost the state exchequer over 100 crore in exci

IUML requests DMK to allot five seats in upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Seat-sharing talks are underway for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The Indian Union Muslim League has requested five seats from the DMK. Mean

France: Thousands march in Lyon after activist Quentin Deranques killing

Farmer dies two days after being hit by auto in Hyderabads Pahadi Shareef

Hyderabad: A 50-year-old farmer died while undergoing treatment on Saturday, February 21, after being injured in an accident in Hyderabads Pahadi

Congress seeks to implicate CMO in wrongful arrest of Tantri in the Sabarimala gold theft case

Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala said the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans office (CMO) had scapegoated the Tantri to insulate former an

Two sisters found dead on their wedding day in Rajasthans Jodhpur

The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem report is completed, says the Police

In manifesto, scientists oppose militarisation of quantum research

In January 2026, Indias Chief of Defence Staff released a Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework to guide how the armed forces plan to integra

Watch: PM Modi flags off Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train, Indias Regional Rapid Transit System

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train from Shatabdi Nagar station in Meerut, boosting high-speed co

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah mulls mobile phone ban for students

Rapid rail services to reduce travel time between Meerut, Delhi to around 40-45 minutes: UP CM

Meerut (UP), Feb 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday lauded the Centres push for digital and physical infrastructure, sayi

Teen stabbed to death outside Englands West Midlands mosque

An 18-year-old man has died after being stabbed outside a mosque in Englands West Midlands during the Muslim holy month of Ramzan, with police la

CM Dhami approves action against ineligible beneficiaries drawing dual pensions

DEHRADUN, Feb 22: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved action against those found drawing both government pension and othe

We should go for fresh negotiations with the U.S.: Manoj Jha

This IIM wants to use AI to set question papers and check answers, even students can use it for projects

IIM-Nagpur is set to revolutionize student assessments with Artificial Intelligence. AI will drastically cut down grading time from weeks to just

Tiger moved to bigger enclosure in Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve as part of rewilding plan

MT-7 tiger was tranquilised, radio-collared and shifted to a larger 21-hectare enclosure for further monitoring and adaptation, with her movement

Congress turned global AI event into gandi aur nangi politics, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth around 12,930 crore in Meerut

VHP calls Banswada communal clash planned attack on Hindus

Hyderabad: Hindutva organisation Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has condemned the alleged attack on a Hindu woman employee for playing a devotional

Police Detain Raja Singh in Medak, Stops Him from Unveiling Shivaji Maharajs Statue

While Raja Singh was on the way to Nirmal, the police intercepted his car at Shankarampet and took him into preventive custody

T20 WORLD CUP | Sammy empathises with organisers on pre-seedings imbroglio

Use Swadeshi Products During Festivals, Remember To Be Vocal For Local: PM Modi

New Delhi, Feb 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday strongly pitched for use of swadeshi products during festivals and asked people to alwa

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka invite England to bat first

The hosts have made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Dushmantha Chameera and Kamil Mishara in place of Pramod Madushan and Kusal Pere

Hardik Pandya gifts luxury Rs 4 crore car to ex-wife and son

Hyderabad: Hardik Pandya, the famous Indian cricketer, continues to show love and care for his son, Agastya, despite his separation from ex-wife

PM Modi unveils Rs 12,930-crore projects in Meerut

Prime Minister Modi launched development projects worth Rs 12,930 crore in Meerut. He inaugurated the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train. The ent

Best Way To Predict Future Is To Invent It: What Entrepreneur Vishal Sikka Told NDTV

Vishal Sikka, founder and CEO of Vianai Systems, discussed the promises and perils of artificial intelligence. In an interview with NDTV's Senior

MSME park proposed on outskirts of Vizianagaram, says Collector

Land has been identified for the development of the MSME park, which would have all the facilities, including a dedicated water supply, electrici

Two Terrorists Killed In Joint Operation In J&Ks Kishtwar

Jammu, Feb 22: Two terrorists were killed in a joint security operation in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district on Sunday, officials said. The op

2 Terrorists Killed In Major Op In J&K's Kishtwar, 2 AK-47 Rifles Recovered

2 Terrorists Killed In Operation In J&K's Kishtwar, 2 AK-47 Rifles Recovered

Five School Staff Arrested Under POCSO in Kendrapara Minor Assault Case

Three teachers, a woman staffer and a peon held after Class 7 students complaint; police and CWC launch detailed probe

'Used Global Event For Dirty Politics': PM Modi Slams Congress' Shirtless Protest

A group of Youth Congress workers on Friday barged into a hall at the AI Summit, shirtless, shouting slogans against the government over agreeing

Jai Hanuman goes on floors: Rishab Shetty begins shoot for Prasanth Varmas mythological epic

Produced by Mythri Movie Makers and T-Series, the pan-India film was launched with a traditional ceremony at Anjanadri Betta in Karnataka

Two including woman drown in Kanathur beach

PM Modi pays tributes to Jayalalithaa, hails her welfare work for women of TN

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, February 22, paid glowing tribute to late chief minister of Tamil Nadu J Jayalalithaa, whose b

LPG Explodes During Op To Control Fire At Delhi Home, Cops Among 13 Injured

An LPG cylinder exploded while fire and police personnel were trying to douse a house fire in northwest Delhi's Majlis Park on Sunday, leaving 13

PM Modi pays tributes to Jayalalithaa, hails her welfare work for women of Tamil Nadu

In his monthly radio broadcast Mann Ki Baat, Mr. Modi said just a mention of Amma as Jayalalithaa was often called brings a glow to the faces o

Retail technology works best when it supports, not replaces staff: Study

New research reveals retail technology's true value lies in empowering frontline staff. It enhances customer experience and store profitability.

Kerala Kumbh, Jayalalithaa, AI Summit, farmers progress feature in Modis latest Mann Ki Baat episode

During his monthly radio broadcast Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges citizens to stay alert against rising cases of online financi

When Government Schools Close, Who Wins in India's Education Market?

In the last five years, more than 37,000 schools have been closed.

6 iron-rich foods for energy for women

Developed Countries Eager to Connect With India: PM Modi

The PM inaugurated various development projects in Meerut

Sena (UBT) has 'first right' to winnable Rajya Sabha seat, says Sanjay Raut, backs Aaditya Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated his party has the primary claim to the Maha Vikas Aghadi's single Rajya Sabha seat. He emphasized Shiv

UPSC CAPF 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online For Assistant Commandant Posts

UPSC invites applications for 349 CAPF Assistant Commandant posts across CRPF, BSF, CISF, SSB, and ITBP. Apply online by March 12, 2026. Exam dat

Bengal SIR: Judicial scrutiny to start from Monday

Kolkata: The full-fledged judicial adjudication of claims and objections arising from the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral r

Top Maoist leader Devji surrenders before Telangana police

Top Maoist strategist Thippiri Tirupati alias Devji, carrying a Rs 1 crore bounty, has surrendered, dealing a significant blow to the organizatio

Ajit Pawar plane crash: Preliminary findings to be out on or before Feb 28

The preliminary report on the plane crash that killed NCP leader Ajit Pawar will be released by February 28. The incident occurred on January 28

Is Your Protein Intake Adequate? Nutritionist Shares 5 Signs Of Protein Deficiency You Should Know

Nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares the common signs of protein deficiency.

Milind Soman leads Hill Highway Run in Idukki

The 40.05-kilometer Idukki hill highway project was funded by an administrative sanction from Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board; comple

News from the world of Education: February 22, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Mumbai cafe run by neurodivergent staff sets new model of hospitality, inclusion

Cafe Arpan in Mumbai is redefining hospitality by employing neurodivergent adults. Specialised training and visual aids support staff in daily op

IUML slams SFI's beef fest against 'Kerala Story 2' film

The IUML has strongly criticized the SFI's beef festival. They called it a cheap political stunt aimed at Muslim voters. The IUML stated beef is

Iranian crew on boat caught with Rs 5 cr foreign cigarettes off Gujarat coast

Ahmedabad: The Indian Coast Guard has intercepted a foreign boat in the Arabian Sea off Gujarat and apprehended four Iranian nationals after seiz

Four Iranian Crew Caught With Rs 5 Cr Foreign Cigarettes Off Gujarat Coast

The international market value of the consignment is estimated at Rs 2.5 crore to Rs 5 crore, the ICG said in a post on X

Full list of winners from the 70th Filmfare Awards South (Telugu)

Hyderabad: The 70th Filmfare Awards South ceremony took place on February 21st, 2026, at the Adlux Convention Centre in Kochi, Kerala, supported

US trade deal proof of Abki baar Trump se haar: Congs swipe at govt

New Delhi: Taking a swipe at the government over the interim US trade deal, the Congress on Sunday, February 22, said it was reflective of Abki b

T.N. Assembly election: DMK begins seat-sharing talks with allies, Congress leader K.C. Venugopal to meet Stalin

On February 22, the DMKs seat-sharing committee began talks with leaders of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) at Anna Arivalayam. The IUML, w

Hyderabad: ACB books ex-HMDA director in corruption case

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Saturday, February 21, booked former Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA)

Coal demand set for uptick on rising power needs: expert

Country's coal sector is staring at a surprise demand slowdown, forcing major public firms and new commercial miners to rethink expansion plans a

'Abki baar Trump se haar': Congress targets Centre over Trump tariffs; slams India-US trade deal

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh attacked the Centre over the proposed India-US interim trade pact, calling it Abki baar Trump se haar and demanding

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India, US reschedule chief negotiators meeting on interim trade deal: Sources

New Delhi: India and the US have decided to reschedule the proposed meeting of their chief negotiators, supposed to be held in Washington from Mo

Firing heard outside BHU hostel; case registered against three individuals

Following the incident, students recovered empty shell casings from the spot and handed them over to the police; police said that they have regis

Jairam Ramesh defends Rahul Gandhi, slams Kiren Rijijus security charge

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh defended Rahul Gandhi. He stated Gandhi is a responsible parliamentarian. Ramesh refuted Union Minister Kiren Rijij

Alexandra Daddario, Andrew Form announce divorce

LONDON, Feb 22: Actor Alexandra Daddario, known for her role as Annabeth Chase in the Percy Jackson film series, decided to part ways with her hu