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15,849 vehicles with same chassis, engine number registered in multiple Northeast States: CAG

The latest audit report flagged contract carriage permits for school buses in Assam, resulting in the bypassing of mandatory fitness tests

20 Feb 2026 2:31 am
Petitions filed in Patna High Court challenging election of several MLAs, court issues notices

The petitions have been filed by the candidates who lost the election from their respective constituencies

20 Feb 2026 2:21 am
From Washington to Delhi, the shadow of Epstein

India cannot ignore some of the implications of the Epstein connections

20 Feb 2026 2:14 am
Privacy and transparency: On the RTI Act amendment, petitions

There must be no information asymmetry between state and citizens

20 Feb 2026 1:53 am
Overreach during flight: On the DGCA and passenger ban rules

Disruptive behaviour must not be confused with airing of grievances

20 Feb 2026 1:52 am
Tehran reenters the global geopolitical spotlight

Iran returns to haunt the United States and West Asia alike

20 Feb 2026 1:40 am
In Manipur, justice remains elusive even after death

The harrowing story of an 18-year-old woman who was deprived of a future

20 Feb 2026 1:31 am
Trump repeats claim he ended conflict between India and Pakistan; said he threatened 200% tariffs on countries

Donald Trump repeated the claim that he stopped eight wars within the first year of his second term in the White House as he addressed an event of the Board of Peace in Washington

20 Feb 2026 1:25 am
Post-viral prolonged cough a cause for concern, say medical experts

While hospitals in Ernakulam have not reported a spike in viral infections and post-viral cough cases, patients have been seeking treatment for prolonged cough

20 Feb 2026 1:22 am
Unions welcome allocation for settling dues to retiredtransport employees in T.N.

Govt. releases 2,446.46 cr. for settlement of pending terminal benefits to 6,867 employeeswho had retired, taken VRS between August 2024 and March 2026, or died while employed in 8 STUs

20 Feb 2026 1:04 am
Perambur residents flag encroachments,put forth demands

They demanded strict enforcement of CMDA norms,protection of OSR lands in their memorandum to political parties ahead of Assembly polls

20 Feb 2026 1:01 am
Tambaram Corporations plan for recreation centre on OSR land draws ire from residents

Residents seek full-fledged park on the land in Nemilichery; civic body plans recreation centre for senior citizens on 30% of the land; remaining 70% will be developed as a park, says Commissioner

20 Feb 2026 12:51 am
Travel operators seek road tax relief, rollback of 3% cess in pre-Budget memorandum

To help achieve the targets under the Tourism Policy 202429, the association sought tax exemptions or reductions for tourist vehicles, including mini buses, multi-utility vehicles

20 Feb 2026 12:47 am
People above platforms: AI in healthcare

Artificial intelligence must serve patients rights, health equity and public purpose, while health workers and professionals remain the backbone of care

20 Feb 2026 12:35 am
Delhi HC seeks lawyers stand on Mahua Moitra's plea over shared custody of pet dog

Delhi High Court said the local courts order deprived her of the love and affection of a pet she raised for two years.

20 Feb 2026 12:25 am
India should focus on global-ready graduates to curb academic migration

Internationalisation of higher education is an imperative option for India to enhance the quality of post-secondary education and research, and make a meaningful contribution to society

19 Feb 2026 11:54 pm
Heritage Dairy never compromised on quality, says Bhuvaneswari

Each one of the products reaches the customers only after passing 25 quality tests, says its Vice-Chairperson and Managing Director

19 Feb 2026 11:26 pm
Prisoners convicted for sedition, rape, offences under POCSO Act, ineligible for release on furlough

The State government has recently notified the Tamil Nadu Prisons (Release on Furlough) Rules, 2026

19 Feb 2026 11:22 pm
Ponniyathangam festival draws crowds, praise from Chief Minister

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan spends over half an hour watching high-energy Kalaripayattu performances at the Ponniyathangam festival, praising its growing public appeal. The event features martial arts displays, cultural competitions and musical performances, drawing enthusiastic crowds and participants from across the country.

19 Feb 2026 11:22 pm