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Recurring run over incidents in Tiruchi Division remain a cause for concern for RPF

RPF identifies the most affected sections and conducts track patrolling during high risk timings and drills to create awareness among the general public

22 Feb 2026 5:56 pm
2 new rapid rail corridors originating from Sarai Kale Khan expected soon: Khattar

The Sarai Kale Khan station, inaugurated virtually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Meerut, will serve as a major interchange for the Delhi-Meerut RRTS and future rapid rail corridors

22 Feb 2026 5:48 pm
Student from Maharashtra drowns in sea at Kanathur beach, another missing

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sought the help of the Tamil Nadu government to provide all assistance to the family of the victims.

22 Feb 2026 5:42 pm
Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital in Vizag performs rare double stem cell transplant on three-year-old girl

Advanced two-stage autologous procedure carried out on child with aggressive paediatric brain tumour marks what doctors say is a first documented case in India, improving five-year survival prospects to nearly 50 to 60%

22 Feb 2026 5:41 pm
T20 World Cup IND vs SA Super 8 LIVE: India, South Africa lock horns in what promises to be a thriller

A lot would hinge on the Proteas speedsters and their tussle with the defending champions top-order; the home spinners will have to rein in the rival batters

22 Feb 2026 5:39 pm
We believe Siddaramaiah will continue as CM, says Satish Jarkiholi

Mr. Jarkiholi clarified that his recent trip to New Delhi was not to rally support for Mr. Siddaramaiah or any other leader.

22 Feb 2026 5:37 pm
Instilling scientific temper and environmental awareness at young age crucial for sustainable future: M.C. Dathan

18th State-level Students Biodiversity Congress organised in Thiruvananthapuram

22 Feb 2026 5:36 pm
Student from Maharashtra drowns in Kanathur beach, another missing

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sought the help of the Tamil Nadu government to provide all assistance to the family of the victims.

22 Feb 2026 5:26 pm
Danish military evacuates U.S. submariner who needed urgent medical care off Greenland

The crew member was retrieved by a Danish Seahawk helicopter that had been deployed on an inspection ship

22 Feb 2026 5:23 pm
Stage set for elections to 48 civic bodies in Jharkhand

The elections are scheduled to be held for the posts of mayor, chairperson and councillor at 1,042 wards in nine municipal corporations, 20 nagar parishads and 19 nagar panchayats, Jharkhand SEC secretary said

22 Feb 2026 5:18 pm
Bangalore Universitys PhD notification opposed by faculty, student organisations

Students have urged the University to drop internal reservation for PhD admission from the recent notification and re-notify it as the case is still pending in the High Court.

22 Feb 2026 5:16 pm
Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education extends support to Tamil and Kannada students through content development

KITE integrates Tamil and Kannada language content into educational entertainment free software GCompris

22 Feb 2026 5:07 pm
Opposition to boycott Fadnavis Government's high tea invite, says Jadhav; cites Indo-U.S. deal, Pawar's death

Mr. Jadhav said another reason for the Opposition to decline the invite was due to the Maharashtra Governments ambiguous stand on the death of Ajit Pawar in a plane accident

22 Feb 2026 5:06 pm
Security agencies alert on illegal use of satellite phones in Indian waters

Crew using banned portable satellite communication systems pose threat to national security and maritime safety, says the DGS

22 Feb 2026 5:00 pm
T.N. Assembly election: DMK will disprove claim that it cant win consecutive term, says CPI(M) leader Shanmugam

P. Shanmugam said the CPI(M), which has been invited for seat-sharing talks on February 26, would seek a two-digit number of seats.

22 Feb 2026 4:56 pm
Science Snapshots: February 22, 2026

Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute

22 Feb 2026 4:39 pm
22 Feb 2026 4:35 pm
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 Gurdaspur district

22 Feb 2026 4:32 pm
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 investigation into the incident

22 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
Congress unveils initiatives to provide legal aid to party members at grassroots level, engage with youths

The first such initiative is a Congress legal fellows programme for helping bring into the party mainstream young lawyers by giving them a key role in the law-making process, Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi says.

22 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
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 Kuttiadi Assembly constituencies

22 Feb 2026 4:28 pm
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

22 Feb 2026 4:23 pm
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 accelerating digital transformation across the university

22 Feb 2026 4:17 pm
Archives at NCBS to launch 80,000 plus new archival objects in Bengaluru

The Archives at NCBS is a public centre for the history of science in contemporary India and the event will be held at the Dasheri auditorium in the NCBS campus.

22 Feb 2026 4:16 pm
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 remained pending for decades

22 Feb 2026 4:14 pm
FIH Pro League: Indian mens hockey team loses to Australia in penalty shootout

The two sides were tied at 2-2 after full time. In the shootout, though, Australia emerged 5-4 victorious

22 Feb 2026 3:55 pm
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 and present Devaswom Ministers, as well as the former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) president, P S Prasanth, from prosecution

22 Feb 2026 3:50 pm
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

22 Feb 2026 3:48 pm
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 integrate quantum technologies

22 Feb 2026 3:39 pm
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 connectivity between Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh.

22 Feb 2026 3:39 pm
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 movements being closely monitored

22 Feb 2026 3:19 pm
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

22 Feb 2026 3:17 pm
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 Perera

22 Feb 2026 3:11 pm
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, electricity, internal roads and others, the District Collector said

22 Feb 2026 3:07 pm
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

22 Feb 2026 2:54 pm
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 of the people of Tamil Nadu

22 Feb 2026 2:50 pm
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; completed in phases, the stretch from Kuttikkanam to Kattappana is now fully operational

22 Feb 2026 2:31 pm
News from the world of Education: February 22, 2026

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

22 Feb 2026 2:30 pm
Luxury car crashes after alleged brake failure in Jubilee Hills

A red Ferrari crashed into an electric pole, swerved across the road, and collided head-on with three vehicles near actor Nandamuri Balakrishnas residence

22 Feb 2026 2:26 pm
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, which was allotted three seats in the 2021 Assembly elections, has now requested five seats.

22 Feb 2026 2:23 pm