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Governments fostering political interests in guise of caste, religion: Mayawati

Pointing towards the U.P. Assembly elections, the BSP chief said that very little time is left, and this important State-level meeting has been called to provide ecessary guidance to party members in the interest of the movement.

7 Feb 2026 4:24 pm
CMR University hosts 10th annual convocation in Bengaluru on February 7

Vice-Chancellor Professor (Dr.) H.B. Raghavendra presented the annual report while Chancellor Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy administered the oath of integrity.

7 Feb 2026 4:10 pm
No plan to create new administrative units, priority to operationalise existing ones: CM Omar

Units already created have not been properly operationalised. It is our responsibility to operationalise them, to make them function properly and to put systems in place wherever gaps need to be filled, says Omar Abdullah

7 Feb 2026 4:05 pm
Indian Classical Music Festival in Bengaluru to conclude on February 8 with ensemble

The evening will open with a multi-instrumental classical ensemble featuring Apoorva Krishna (violin), Momin Khan (sarangi), Malvica Chopra (sitar), Rakshita Ramesh (veena), Vinod Shyam Anoor (mridanga and percussion), and Roopak Kallurkar (tabla)

7 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
LDFs Vikasana Munnetta Jadha to tour Ernakulam district from Feb 10-14

The jadha aims to highlight the development achievements of the LDF government over the past decade and underscore the need for a relentless fight against both majority and minority communalism

7 Feb 2026 3:59 pm
India-U.S. interim trade deal: Closely engaged with America for electronics and IP, Union Minister Vaishnaw says

The joint statement specifically mentions barriers related to the trade in U.S. medical devices, U.S. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) goods

7 Feb 2026 3:53 pm
Rahul Gandhi tried to harm Indo-China relations, alleges Shivamogga MP B.Y. Raghavendra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi could not respond to the debate on the motion of thanks to the President for the first time in the Lok Sabha due to the conduct of opposition party members, claims BJP MP

7 Feb 2026 3:50 pm
Ahead of T.N. Assembly election, suspension ofover 400 police personnel likely to be revoked

DGP and Head of Police Force (in charge) G. Venkatraman has directed senior police officers to review all suspension cases under their respective jurisdictions

7 Feb 2026 3:49 pm
T20 World Cup: Heart rates go up and down, but knew we could take down whatever runs in one over, says Faheem

Ashraf emerged as Pakistan's hero, hammering an unbeaten 29 off just 11 balls, including two fours and three sixes, in a stunning late assault that sealed a dramatic three-wicket victory

7 Feb 2026 3:42 pm
The Hindu Exclusive | Revisiting Bhaktavatsalams order on 1967 anti-Hindi agitation records

This video examines a controversial order issued by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Bhaktavatsalam, who sought the destruction of 25 official records related to the anti-Hindi agitations. The Hindu has exclusively accessed these documents, shedding light on a critical chapter in Tamil Nadus political and social history.

7 Feb 2026 3:35 pm
Voters will not fall for DMKs fake promises this time: G.K. Vasan

Speaking to the media, he said that in 2021, the DMK came to power by deceiving the people of the State, but voters have understood the partys game plan and will be vigilant this time

7 Feb 2026 3:32 pm
Karnatakas Home Minister contradicts NCB, says no drugs seized in Mysuru

Dr. G. Parameshwara questions NCB claim following recent raid on Mysuru factory

7 Feb 2026 3:29 pm
7.85 lakh crore Defence Budget signals major push for modernisation, future-ready forces: V.K. Saraswat

NITI Aayog member Saraswat said the allocation marks a 15.19% increase over the FY 2025 -26 Budget Estimates, and accounts for 14.67% of total Central Government expenditure

7 Feb 2026 3:27 pm
Leopard spotted in residential area in Jaipur, forest dept launches search operation

On being alerted by the locals, forest department teams rushed to the spot and searched the surrounding areas, but the leopard could not be found

7 Feb 2026 3:23 pm
South Korean Crypto firm accidentally sends $44 billion in bitcoins to users

The exchange had planned to distribute small cash rewards of 2,000 Korean won ($1.37) or more to each user as part of a promotional event, but winners received at least 2,000 bitcoins each instead, says media reports

7 Feb 2026 3:17 pm
7 Feb 2026 3:10 pm
Time will reveal if there is change in leadership in Karnataka, says Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar

Mr. Shivakumar said this in Mangaluru on February 7 while responding to a question by mediapersons if there will be change in the leadership after the 2026-27 Karnataka budget

7 Feb 2026 3:09 pm
Malavika Mohanan talks about Sardar 2 and life between film sets

A quick chat with actress Malavika Mohanan, ahead of her summer release Sardar 2

7 Feb 2026 3:07 pm
India-U.S. deal does not include any item that would hurt Indian farmers, says Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said all sensitive agricultural items have been kept out the deal, while India has opened up sectors that it needs imports for

7 Feb 2026 3:06 pm
Rahul Gandhi indulging in frivolous rhetoric to stay in headlines: Kiren Rijiju

A lot of progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people will never again repose their trust in the Congress, which had weakened the country in its 60 years of rule, says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

7 Feb 2026 3:00 pm
CPI(M) in Kerala steps up attack on UDF over Jaamat-e-Islami support

M.V. Govindan accuses UDF of forging alliance with extremist religious organisations

7 Feb 2026 2:50 pm
Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine's energy system with 400 drones, 40 missiles: Zelenskyy

The government launched emergency cut-offs of power across the country

7 Feb 2026 2:45 pm
West Bengal Assembly Speaker allows TMC proposal condemning comments made by BJP MLA

Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay alleged in a letter signed by several other senior members that Ms. Agnimitra Paul's comments were against the secular spirit of our country and this august House. I had already made it clear yesterday that such comments will not be allowed, says Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay

7 Feb 2026 2:38 pm
Japan snap election: PM Takaichi counts on her popularity to win Sundays poll

Sanae Takaichi's relatively safe bet is that her LDP party would, together with its new partner, the Japan Innovation Party, or JIP, secure a majority in the 465-seat lower house

7 Feb 2026 2:35 pm
Ola, Uber and other app-based transport drivers strike: What are their demands and why are they protesting?

Drivers across India launch a nationwide strike demanding government-regulated minimum fares and better working conditions, citing exploitation by app-based transport companies like Ola and Uber, while commuters face disruptions in major cities

7 Feb 2026 2:29 pm
Anbumani urges T.N. government to consider demands of noon-meal workers

In a statement, Dr. Anbumani said the noon-meal and anganwadi workers have been protesting for nearly five days demanding that the State government consider their demands, including pension benefits and a hike in gratuity

7 Feb 2026 2:28 pm
Tamil Nadus interim Budget to be presented on February 17: Speaker Appavu

Speaking to reporters in Tirunelveli on Saturday (February 7, 2026), Mr. Appavu said the next Assembly session would commence on February 17 at 9.30 a.m.

7 Feb 2026 2:17 pm
UDF convenor Adoor Prakash says nothing political or odd in SIT questioning him in Sabarimala gold theft case

Speaking to reporters after about three hours of questioning, Adoor Prakash says he answered SITs questions with candour and he has nothing to hide

7 Feb 2026 2:07 pm
Qualcomm announces tape-out stage of 2nm semiconductor design in Bengaluru

The event took place at the Qualcomm Bengaluru facility, and during the visit of the Union Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw

7 Feb 2026 2:07 pm
SC agrees to examine Himachal Government's plea for withdrawal of cases against MPs, MLAs

The Bench issued a notice and posted the matter for hearing on March 16

7 Feb 2026 2:03 pm
Watch: IndiaU.S. trade deal: Tariffs cut, markets open

India and the United States have released an interim framework for a reciprocal trade agreement, signaling progress toward a full bilateral trade pact. The deal outlines tariff cuts, improved market access, supply-chain cooperation and major purchase commitments. Heres a clear breakdown of what was announced, which sectors gain, and what comes next in IndiaU.S. trade talks.

7 Feb 2026 1:56 pm
NTR Police register case against former YSRCP Minister Jogi Ramesh

Based on a complaint, the Ibrahimpatnam police registered a case against the former Minister on February 7

7 Feb 2026 1:52 pm
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj urges youth to see themselves as shilpkars of Viksit Bharat

The New Delhi MP asks them to move from digital literacy to financial literacy by starting small, now

7 Feb 2026 1:41 pm
Apple plans to allow external voice-controlled AI chatbots in CarPlay: Report

The change represents a strategic shift for Apple, which, until now, has only allowed its own Siri assistant as a voice-control option

7 Feb 2026 1:41 pm
Govt. action against Maoists ended fear in Chhattisgarhs Bastar, new dawn of development rising: President Murmu

President also appealed to those who have renounced violence and joined the mainstream to trust the Constitution and democracy and not be misled by those seeking to divert them from the path of peace

7 Feb 2026 1:37 pm
Symposium on Inspiring Women to Live Fulfilling Lives in Mysuru on February 13

A special focus of the symposium will be on women returning to work after a career break, with sessions and takeaways that address confidence-building, readiness and reintegration support

7 Feb 2026 1:33 pm
Qualcomm announces a major needle movement in chip design in India

The milestone was showcased at the Qualcomm Bengaluru facility during the visit of Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT.

7 Feb 2026 1:28 pm
Blueprint ready for comprehensive development of Malpe Beach, says Udupi DC

T. K. Swaroopa directs officials to invite tenders for development, management of and organising adventure sports at Kadike beach in Udupi taluk

7 Feb 2026 1:19 pm
Om Birla launches e-Vidhan app at Bihar Assembly; CM Nitish Kumar skips event

The function was attended by Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh, and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, among others

7 Feb 2026 1:18 pm
International oil cargo smuggling racket busted in mid-sea operation off Mumbai coast: ICG

ICG said its tech-inclusive systems detected a motor tanker conducting suspicious activity in the Indian Exclusive Economic Zones, prompting a digital investigation into the actions of the vessel

7 Feb 2026 1:06 pm
Rahul Gandhi calls Pappu Yadav's arrest political vendetta for demanding justice in NEET student death case

Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP-NDA alliance of attempting to derail the case and harass the family to protect the criminals

7 Feb 2026 12:54 pm
Delhi Police detains sub-contractor in biker death case

Investigations revealed that the sub-contractor, Rajesh Prajapati, was informed of the accident hours earlier but failed to take any action, officials said

7 Feb 2026 12:54 pm
Meghalaya coal mine blast: Search on for missing people at the site

The explosion occurred on February 5, 2026 at the mine in the Thangsku area of Umsngat village, prompting authorities to begin large-scale search and rescue operations involving multiple agencies, the police said

7 Feb 2026 12:53 pm