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Despite nesting decline, Wayanads vultures still soar

Although breeding has declined, experts say there is no immediate cause for concern as the vulture population in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary remains stable, with around 80 vultures recorded. Human disturbances can disrupt vulture breeding, while invasive species like Senna threaten the growth of native trees, further impacting nesting and foraging habitats.

26 Feb 2026 8:50 pm
Hilly Aqua, Keralas public-sector packaged drinking water, launches biodegradable bottles

The biodegradable option will initially be available in 300 ml bottles

26 Feb 2026 8:48 pm
AU to host Inter-University Best Physique (Men) tourney from March 2

Participants from 120 univerities will take part

26 Feb 2026 8:48 pm
In Focus Podcast | Have AI products/LLMs started to disrupt the software services industry?

In this episode of In Focus-Parley, host Kunal Shankar joins experts Kishan Sundar and Alaganambi Welkin to explore AIs rapid rise in Indias IT sector and its implications for jobs and growth.

26 Feb 2026 8:47 pm
26 Feb 2026 8:45 pm
66 inmates died in Chhattisgarh jails since January 2025, govt. tells Assembly; tribal leaders custodial death triggers uproar

Tribal leader Jeevan Thakur died on December 4 last year after falling ill while in judicial custody;the Opposition MLAs questioned the circumstances around his death and claimed that he had been implicated in a false case

26 Feb 2026 8:43 pm
Madras High Court orders CBI probe into fake NOCs used to establish fuel outlets

Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan transfer the investigation to CBI after being dissatisfied with the probe conducted by CB-CID

26 Feb 2026 8:43 pm
Watch: India highlights Gaza reconstruction projects, supports durable peace plan: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India has key capabilities relevant to Gazas ground situation and is already implementing projects worth nearly $170 million for Palestinian communities.

26 Feb 2026 8:36 pm
Harvest season turns risky as rain and procurement hurdles hit farmers in Kerala

In many places, harvested paddy remains piled in the fields, exposed and vulnerable to the unseasonal summer rain. Farmers fear their crops can be ruined if the exposure continues

26 Feb 2026 8:35 pm
IndiGo to launch new flight service to Mumbai from Belagavi

It will also inaugurate an additional flight to Hyderabad on March 29

26 Feb 2026 8:35 pm
CM inaugurates State-level Pattaya mela; 4.56 lakh families get land rights during second Pinarayi Vijayan govt.

Chief Minister says government has focussed on ensuring land, housing, health care, and education for the underprivileged, aimed at creating a secure and dignified life for marginalised communities

26 Feb 2026 8:32 pm
Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioners car seized in land acquisition case

Court orders disbursal of compensation to land-losing farmer by March 12

26 Feb 2026 8:29 pm
Tiruchi Corporation Budget prioritises flood mitigation and strengthening drains

Construction of a Corporation office building at 75 crore is one of the key proposals made in the budget; Mayor says 1.15 lakh drainage connections are likely to be commissioned by June and the civic body plans to collect deposit for these connections

26 Feb 2026 8:27 pm
Ramakrishna Mission launches PM Lanka Boats project to aid cyclone-hit fishing families

The initiative aims to support 300 vulnerable fishing families by providing boats and nets worth 2.10 crore

26 Feb 2026 8:27 pm
576 graduates to get degrees today at veterinary university convocation

In the undergraduate level, Khushi from Shivamogga has secured 16 gold medals, while in the PG stream, 15 students will receive 30 gold medals

26 Feb 2026 8:24 pm
Stalemate over laddu issue in Council amid heated exchanges

With treasury and opposition benches insisting on speaking first on the matter and resorting to sloganeering and protests, Chairman adjourns the House without any discussion

26 Feb 2026 8:22 pm
Protest against failure to hike milk price

Milma director board members walk out of special general body meeting

26 Feb 2026 8:16 pm