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Police arrest seven in three cases, recover property worth 26 lakh

The arrests have been made in connection with robbery and house burglary cases in the University and Ashok Nagar police limits

Coimbatore Corporation has proposed to set up new sewage treatment plants at four lakes

STPs are currently in operation at eight of the nine lakes managed by the Corporation to prevent the inflow of untreated sewage; a recent assessm

Private bank staff killed by speeding biker in Bengaluru

NIT-Puducherry to hold 12th convocation on February 19

Government is not bearing expenses of foreign trip taken by Congress legislators, says Yathindra

The Congress MLC says there is no reason to object to the trip since the legislators are paying for it themselves, adding that he understands it

Karnataka Minister Mahadevappas dog remark sparks row; loyal Congress leaders are not street dogs, says D.K. Suresh

A staunch Congressman is like a dog that remembers the debt of its owner and pays it back: D.K. Suresh

Celebrating Chinese New Year in Hyderabad

Budget promises to establish mini IT park in Tirunelveli, but silent on Nanguneri multi-product SEZ

The project promoter has mortgaged a major portion of the 2,600 acres of land acquired for the SEZ to raise bulky loans for other purposes while

Reasons which led to massive drop in Grape cultivation in Telangana

Armed men posing as cops loot cash, gold from realtors house in broad daylight

The incident occurred when 53-year-old Hombale Gowda was at home with his wife, Mangalamma and their two-and-a-half-year-old grandson

We Help telecounselling service launched for students

The service can be used to share concerns and clear doubts of students appearing for SSLC and higher secondary examinations, and alleviate their

Watch: Why Aaron Finch wants to borrow Jasprit Bumrah to Australia

Bareilly DM, SSP issued notice for interference in namaz at private property

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has issued contempt notices to the district magistrate and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Bareilly

India should be among the top three AI superpowers globally: PM Modi

Lemon auctioned for 16,000 at Maha Shivaratri festival near Erode

Shahpurkandi Dam set for commissioning, Ravi waters to boost irrigation in Jammu and Punjab

Shahpurkandi Dam set for commissioning, Ravi waters to boost irrigation in Jammu and Punjab

Visit Indias first cat museum: A unique space for cat lovers

Mysuru, known for its grand palaces and rich heritage, has added a truly unique attraction to its cultural map. Jin Min Cat World, Indias first c

Pullaiah college launches 5-day programme on entrepreneurship

TimeGrapher and Delhi Watch Company launch Tithi, a moon-phase watch featuring Malayalam and Tamil dials

The launch of the unique collection coincides with the Lunar New Year

In Focus Podcast | Accountability on ICE: How are Trumps military-style anti-immigrant raids impacting America?

As the Trump administration ramps up its controversial immigration raids, host G Sampath talks with University of Michigan Professor Joyojeet Pal

To aid safe migration, Kerala to take pre-departure orientation to campuses

Kerala govt.s NoRKA-Roots is set to reach out to prospective emigrants among students and the wider community

Retired BMTC employee clubbed to death over property row, son arrested

An initial probe revealed that Munikrishnappa had executed a will transferring some properties to his grandchildren, which is suspected to have i

Rajpal Yadav released from Tihar jail after HC suspends sentence

New Delhi: Actor Rajpal Yadav walked out of Tihar Jail on Tuesday evening after the Delhi High Court permitted his temporary release from jail in

Top news of the day: Tarique Rahman sworn in as new PM of Bangladesh; Supreme Court says political leaders must ultimately foster fraternity in country, and more

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Irish regulator opens EU probe into Grok over deepfake concerns

London: Elon Musks social media platform X faces a European Union privacy investigation after its Grok Artificial Intelligence chatbot started sp

Sonia Gandhi asked me to decide date of my swearing-in as Assam CM in 2014; was hurt after Rahul Gandhi made calls: Himanta

Guwahati, Feb 17 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday claimed that then Congress President Sonia Gandhi had asked him to dec

T20 World Cup 2026: Zimbabwe enter Super 8s after washout against Ireland

Pallekele: Zimbabwe on Tuesday entered the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup after their crucial Group B match against Ireland was washed out du

Indian Rice Exporter Inks Deal to Supply 5,000 Tonnes of Basmati to US: IREF

The federation said that this is a significant development as it comes after the finalisation of India-US trade deal, under which America has agr

Fertilizer Imports Surges 66 pc This Fiscal

As China and West Asian countries supply urea, the imports remain exposed to geopolitical risks. Globally, urea prices have been highly volatile

Acute staff shortage cripples Fisheries Department

Reverend Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84

Jackson led a lifetime of crusades in the United States and abroad, advocating for the poor and underrepresented on issues from voting rights and

Mumbai: PM Modi holds talks with French President Macron

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, February 17, held wide-ranging talks with French President Emmanuel Macron to boost ties in k

Telangana Govt focusses on amenities in GHMC ahead of elections to the Corporation

CM asks officials to explore setting up skywalks in areas with high traffic density, warns of suspension if roads are not clean

TMC and Congress Swap Leaders in Murshidabad Battleground

I failed to developmental projects in our area, so joined Trinamul congress for our areas total development.

UP man arrested for selling ganja milkshake in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Prohibition and Excise Department special team on Monday arrested a vendor for selling ganja chocolate laced with milkshake on a p

Meet R. Sridhar and Vikram Rathour, the two former India coaches who helped send Australia crashing out of the ICC T20 World Cup

Australia's ICC T20 World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after a group-stage exit. Crucial defeats against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, coupled

Farmers express disappointment over interim Agriculture Budget

194 Bangladeshi nationals deported from Meghalaya since 2021

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong outlines multi-layered mechanismincluding 18 check posts, entry gates, and a land customs statio

Starting a new chapter in our relationship today: French President Macron says during talks with PM Modi

Shoring up defence cooperation and enhancing bilateral engagement in the critical technology sector are priority areas for both governments to ta

Vaiko hopes Congress leadership will resolve differences with DMK

Why strong interview performances still fail to land the job

Australia knocked out of T20 World Cup as Zimbabwe qualify for Super 8s

Zimbabwe has secured a Super 8 spot in the T20 World Cup 2026. Their match against Ireland was washed out by rain. This result means Zimbabwe adv

Merit, mobility, and uncertainty: Inside Madhya Pradeshs CM Rise teacher selection process

Ex Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah to contest, not for INC

Bhupen Kumar Borah, a senior Assam Congress leader, has resigned from his post. He has indicated he will contest the upcoming assembly elections

You could get $100 from Googles new $135 million settlement heres who qualifies

Google faces potential payouts of $100 million to $135 million following two proposed class-action lawsuit settlements. One case alleges unauthor

From safe careers to adaptive futures: How AI is reshaping career guidance in schools

Rs 6045 Crore for North Chennai in State Budget

Along with the Budget, an exclusive Agriculture Budget was also presented by Agriculture Minister M R K Paneerselvam.

Watch: Machattu Mamangam in Kerala showcases grand Kuthirakolam procession

Machattu Mamangam 2026 was celebrated on February 17 at Thiruvanikkavu Bhagavathy Temple in Thrissur, Kerala, drawing thousands to witness the ic

Documents required for Private Limited company registration in Hyderabad

Hyderabad has officially cemented its status as one of Indias most robust startup hubs in 2026. Hyderabad offers a distinct environment for emerg

Jensen Huangs 5-Layer AI Stack: 5 Things to Win the AI Race

Who leads the AI race? A five-layer breakdown of US vs China across energy, semiconductors, infrastructure, models and public sentiment.

T20 World Cup | Rain favours Zimbabwe as it enters the Super Eight

CRICKET | The African sides washed out game against Ireland sees it join Sri Lanka in the next stage and deals a cruel blow to Australia which fa

Forget 3I/ATLAS a city-sized green comet called C/2024 E1 is racing toward Earth

Comet Wierzcho (C/2024 E1) is an ancient, green-glowing comet formed almost 4.5 billion years ago that is currently making a one-time pass near E

'India will not follow the AI century, India will shape it,' says Gautam Adani after investing $100 billion in AI-ready data centres by 2035

Adani Group will invest $100 billion to build AI-ready data centers powered by renewable energy by 2035. This initiative aims to create a $250 bi

2 Pakistani nationals who escaped from Jammu juvenile home held in Ludhiana

Jammu: Two Pakistani nationals, who escaped from a juvenile home in a border village here, were arrested within 24 hours of the incident, officia

NCP(SP) Pathanamthitta district committee disbands, joins Kerala Congress

From daily wage work to textile unit: Mathura entrepreneur finds footing

Ajayveer, a resident of Panigaon Bhutiya near Vrindavan in Mathura district, spent years working as a daily wage labourer before starting his own

Building a handloom enterprise from Assam, with livelihoods at the core

AVA Creations is re-imagining Assams handloom legacy as a tool for livelihood security and forest conservation. Working with hundreds of women ac

Why record 2026 tax refunds may come with a cost most filers arent expecting

Many Americans may get very big tax refunds in 2026 because of new tax rules and higher deductions. Experts say this extra money could make peopl

Swiggy Dineout Onboards Bhuvan Bam as GIRF 2026 Ambassador; Brings BB Ki Vines Characters to Life with Bill Half. Party Full.

Gujarat passes bill easing hours, allowing women night shifts

Gujarat's legislative assembly has passed a new bill. This amendment allows for longer daily working hours. Women can now work night shifts in sh

Salim Khans condition serious: Report

Mumbai: Veteran screenwriter and Bollywood legend Salim Khan, who is also the father of superstar Salman Khan, was admitted to Lilavati Hospital

Little Artists Art Studio, Singapore Shines at Art Capital 2026

7 high-protein snacks for evening hunger

When evening hunger strikes, most people reach for chips or biscuits, leading to a late-night energy crash. Switching to high-protein snacks stab

Pakistani Nationals Held Within 24 Hours After J&K Juvenile Home Escape

Following the jailbreak, Jammu and Kashmir Police launched an extensive manhunt across the region, establishing checkpoints, conducting raids at

Opinion: Opinion | Does Your ChatGPT Want You To File For Divorce?

What if one day, the same system that heard you cry about your failing marriage starts showing you ads for divorce lawyers?

30 Minutes, 3 Warnings: Khamenei Targets Trump As US-Iran Talks Begin

Ahead of the US-Iran talks, Trump said he believed Iran was interested in reaching an agreement. However, recent statements by Iran's Supreme Lea

Stringent action being taken against offenders selling tobacco near schools: Erode Collector

Watermelon arrives ahead of summer in Erode

T20 World Cup 2026: Australia Knocked Out, Zimbabwe Qualify For Super 8s After Washout

Zimbabwe became the seventh team to get a ticket to the Super 8s, completing group G1 also comprising India, South Africa and West Indies

PM Modi says India-France to manufacture first helicopter flying to the heights of Mount Everest

'We are open-minded': Ashwini Vaishnaw apologises for inconvenience at AI Impact Summit, sets up 'war room'

Teen Who Killed Delhi Biker Told Cops He Was 19, Birth Certificate Reveals Lie

The birth certificate shows the teenager, who was driving the Scorpio that rammed Sahil Dhaneshra's bike, was born on August 2, 2009.

Indias Hand in Nissankas Flying Grab

But Nissanka had other plans. Channeling his inner superhero, he flung himself leftward, body horizontal, eyes locked, and hands stretched. The b

Sabarimala row: With Kerala polls around, Left takes vague stand on womens entry after backing reform

Ahead of Kerala polls, the ruling Left government is deferring its stance on women's entry into Sabarimala. State ministers on Tuesday said the S

Hardeep Puri had 62 email exchanges & 14 meetings with Epstein, must clarify: Congress

New Delhi, Feb 17 (PTI) The Congress on Tuesday accused Union minister Hardeep Puri of lying on the Epstein files issue, and asked the BJP leader

Assam environmental activist flags rat-hole coal mining along Arunachal border

In a memorandum to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, he suggested upgrading five reserved forests in the coal belt to wildlife sanctuaries.

'Conduct Yourselves With Dignity': Court Scolds Sunjay Kapur's Wife, Sister

An exasperated Delhi High Court demanded Tuesday that two squabbling members of Sunjay Kapur's family - his wife Priya and sister Mandhira - cond

Quote of the day by Ren Descartes: 'If you would be a real seeker after truth, it is necessary...'

Quote of the day by Ren Descartes: Ren Descartes, a foundational philosopher, championed doubt as essential for genuine understanding. His ideas

T20 WC 2026: Canada loses match to NZ but Yuvraj scores century

Chennai: New Zealands top-order batters Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips scored unbeaten half-centuries to guide their team to an eight-wicket

Cashfree launches in-chat payments tool for AI apps with Mastercard, Swiggy

The Bengaluru-based company said the extension enables businesses to accept UPI and card payments inside chat interfaces, with passkey-based biom

EU investigates Shein Over Sale Of Childlike Sex Dolls

Digital Services Act (DSA), the EU's mammoth law aims to counter the spread of illegal content and goods online.

India To Add 20,000 GPUs In A Week, Over And Above 38,000 Already Onboarded: Vaishnaw

The government is in discussions with several large companies regarding further investments in AI infrastructure, though he said names cannot be

India leapfrogged decades of progress as systems built on open-source architecture, open APIs: Kant

NEW DELHI, Feb 17: AI is a hugely transformational technology which is going to disrupt every single way of life, former Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh K

7 South Indian breakfasts rich in protein and fibre

South India offers a masterclass in breakfast engineering, where fermented batters and steam-cooking create some of the most digestible and nutri

India must harness AI to streamline governance, says Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei

Artificial intelligence offers a unique opportunity for India to redefine governance and enhance the delivery of services to its citizens. Dario

Earth Bound: A unique festival to promote conscious living in Hyderabad

Hyderabad is set to host a refreshing lifestyle festival that goes beyond the usual flea markets and music events. Earth Bound, a conscious flea

Hyderabad's Ecosystem Powering Tredences Expansion: CFO Pratap Daruka at #BioAsia2026

Decision on J&K Statehood soon: Arjun Meghwal

The Chief Minister said no one in Jammu and Kashmir will be satisfied till it is done

Quote of the Day by Narayana Murthy: 'Growth is painful. Change is painful. But, nothing is as painful as staying...'

Narayana Murthy, one of the most well-known businessmen of our country, advises people not to be stuck at a place where they are not experiencing

US and Iran hold second nuclear talks in Geneva amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Donald Trump has warned of force if no agreement is reached, while Tehran insists sanctions relief must be part of any deal