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NSE receives SEBIs nod for setting up of natural gas futures contract

In January this year, NSE had announced setting up the Indian Natural Gas futures in collaboration with the Indian Gas Exchange

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah resigns from party ahead of Assembly polls

Sources said Bhupen Kumar Borah has sent his resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge

Older than Londons Big Ben, Palayamkottais historic clock is set to chime again

Big Ben was installed in 1859, whereas this clock was manufactured in 1854 and installed in 1855. It was made by John Moore & Sons of Clerkenwell

NGT clears Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project, cites strategic importance

The NGT took note of the strategic importance of the project

Budget Session of Meghalaya Assembly commences

The Budget Session commenced with the playing of Vande Mataram, in accordance with the recent directive from the MHA

Sabarimala women entry: Supreme Courts 9-judge Constitution Bench to begin review hearing from April 7

Chief Justice Kant said the original nine-judge Bench hearing was interrupted by the onset of the pandemic; ruminates that he is the only serving

Rahul Gandhi uninterested in Parliament; tutored by NGOs on revival of Congress: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju also said that the government is not going to take any more extra steps to placate the Congress to defuse the situati

Watch: Pinarayi Vijayan will be Kerala CM again, says Mani Shankar Aiyar

Senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has made a striking political statement, saying he is sure that Pinarayi Vijayan will return as Keralas

Delhi University student leader expresses concern over rape threats

All India Students Association (AISA) student leader from Delhi University, Anjali who was attacked by the members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidhyar

Kerala must lead India in defending secularism, says Amartya Sen

Thiruvananthapuram: Economist and Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has said that while Kerala has made remarkable advances in human development, it sho

Berlinale Director Says 'Cool Heads' Needed as Arundhati Roy Withdraws From Festival

Festival director Tricia Tuttle reacted to the controversy sparked by comments made by jury president Wim Wenders at a press conference on Thursd

Tense Situation Prevails in Thorrur as BRS, Congress Raise Slogans

Trouble broke out when the police refused to allow the former Minister Errabelli Dayakar Rao prompting the party followers to raise slogans again

They Want Us To Pay Tax, But They Remain Free: Priyank Kharge's New RSS Jab

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge took aim at the RSS, the ideological mentor of the BJP, accusing it of financial irregularities and demanding t

Delhi summit important moment' to unlock full benefits of AI, says UK Deputy PM

This summit is an important moment in determining how we can work together with our international partners to unlock the full benefits and potent

Consumer Connect: 'Service Charge In Restaurants Under Any Name Is Illegal,' Says Expert

Q. I find that many restaurants in Mumbai, Thane, and Navi Mumbai are recovering service charge from customers under different names. For example

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 24 fishermen from T.N., Karaikal

They have been detained at the Kankesanthurai naval base for questioning

Afghanistan wins toss, opts to bowl against UAE

While Afghanistan made one change in their squad, U.A.E., made two changes to their playing XI

Doctor Explains 4 Major HbA1c Blood Sugar Test Myths Keeping Indians On The Wrong Diabetes Path

The test Indians trust most may be the reason everyone is diagnosing and getting treatment for diabetes too late.

Mumbai Masala: Exploring Mumbai, One Walk At A Time

Tanmay Wagle, 35, and Leena, 32, an enterprising couple from Andheri, are organising thematic city tours that are highly informative. Last weeken

We've Heard Concerns: ByteDance Says It Will Curb Seedance 2.0

Actors union SAG-AFTRA said Friday it stands with the studios in condemning the blatant infringement enabled by Seedance.

JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key Out: 9 Questions Dropped, Result Today

JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key Out: According to the final document, a total of nine questions have been dropped.

Doctor Shares Better Tests Than HbA1c, The Most Common Blood Sugar Test, To Spot And Fix Diabetes Early

HbA1c tells you where your blood sugar has been. The tests below tell you where it's going.

US conducts first air transport of nuclear microreactor in bid to show technology's viability

America is testing new small nuclear reactors. The Energy and Defense Departments flew a microreactor to Utah. This shows nuclear power can be qu

3-Year-Old Drowns In Pond In Greater Noida, Weeks After Techie's Death

A three-year-old boy drowned in a pond in Greater Noida, leading villagers to protest civic inaction weeks after a Delhi biker and Noida techie d

Mumbai Metro Line 4 Mishap: MMRDA Halts Construction Work After Parapet Collapse; Safety Inspection Underway

Mumbai: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has ordered a complete halt to construction activities on the 32.32-km Metro

Vana Prakshalan drive promotes forest cleanliness in Vikarabad

Hyderabad: A forest cleanliness and awareness initiative titled Vana Prakshalan was successfully conducted at the Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple

SIR in West Bengal: ECI suspends 7 officials for serious misconduct and misuse of statutory powers

The Election Commission directed the States Chief Secretary to initiate disciplinary proceedings against them

Declining areca yield, lack of amenities forcing residents of village surrounded by Kudremukh National Park in Karnataka to move out

As the village is interspersed with a national park, which is a protected area, the government hardly takes up any development work in the villag

Dua Lipa Turns Berlin Red Carpet Into Valentine's Date Night With Fiance Callum Turner In Chanel Knit Naked Dress

When it comes to turning a film premiere into a full-blown fashion moment, Dua Lipa never misses. This Valentine's Day, the pop star swapped cand

7 Pakistani Soldiers In Custody, Balochistan Army's 7-Day Ultimatum To Islamabad

The separatist militant group the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed it is holding seven members of Pakistan's security forces in custody a

Come pepper harvest season, children of migrant workers in Karnataka miss school

While parents harvest pepper to earn a decent pay, their children spend days taking care of their younger siblings in tents

Kerala must bolster India's secularism: Amartya Sen

Nobel Prize winner Amartya Sen commended Kerala for its remarkable strides in human development, calling upon the state to be a beacon of secular

Civic Polls: Stage Set for Election of Chairpersons, Mayors in Telangana

The councilors, who won from BRS, Congress, BJP and MIM apart from independent candidates, reached the municipal offices from the camps to take o

UP Samajwadi Party Leader Killed as High-Mast Pole Falls on His Vehicle

The 48-year-old PWD contractor was travelling from Babuganj towards Pratapgarh city in a Creta for personal work when the accident occurred barel

What is Sleep Divorce? As couples struggle with sleep and stress, a new approach is gaining popularity to preserve rest and relationship harmony

Many couples are now opting for 'sleep divorce', sleeping in separate beds or rooms. This trend aims to protect rest and preserve intimacy. Exper

OpenAI Retires GPT-4o Model: Users Mourn Loss Of Their Romantic Companion

Sam Altman-run OpenAI has removed access to GPT-4o AI model in its ChatGPT app - a move which has left several users worldwide, especially in Chi

Macron-Modi Bonhomie Drives India-France Strategic Surge

Paris: When Emmanuel Macron (48) and Narendra Modi (75) first met in 2017, few would have guessed the level of personal chemistry between the sta

India-UK FTA Set For April Rollout, Will It Double Trade By 2030?

New Delhi: The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is likely to come into effect from April this year. A senior official said the agreement is cu

The Handgrip Strength Test: How Weak Grip Could Signal Heart Disease

Handgrip strength test: simple squeeze predicts muscle, heart health, ageing, and cardiovascular risk.

Currency In Circulation Hits Record 40 Lakh Crore Despite Surging UPI Transactions: SBI Research

Mumbai : Currency in circulation (CiC) in India reached an alltime high of about Rs 40 lakh crore by January 2026 end, with yearonyear growth acc

Fabtech Tech secures $7.05 million order from West Africa

Fabtech Technologies has announced that it has secured an order worth $7.05 million (approximately Rs 63.6 crore) from a company based in West Af

India AI Summit 2026 LIVE: India stands at forefront of AI transformation, says PM Modi

Global tech leaders, including Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman, along with representatives from around 20 countries, are expected at the AI Impact S

Central Railway records remarkable revenue figures of Rs.404.72 crore from Sale of Scrap for FY 2025-26

Central Railway has reaffirmed its strong commitment towards achieving Zero Scrap Status, a flagship mission aimed at converting scrap into valua

Zip Your Mouth! Australian Fan Jake Jeakings Brutally Mocks Pakistan After Heavy Defeat To India At ICC T20 World Cup 2026; Video

Pakistans crushing loss to India in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 triggered reactions from cricket fans across the globe, including one that qu

Sinclair Daniel and Mark OBrien on The Copenhagen Test: The show is propulsive

Sinclair Daniel and Mark OBrien open up about working on the futuristic thriller, balancing the action with emotion, and the challenges of filmin

Indian Astronauts Rakesh Sharma, Sudhanshu Shukla To Attend Mumbai Climate Week At Jio World Convention Centre

Mumbai: Wing Commander (Retd) Rakesh Sharma and Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will share a public stage for the first time during the inaugural

Amusement licence likely to be mandatory for hotels, theatres in Malkajgiri

Hyderabad: Police in the newly formed Malkajgiri Commissionerate are moving to make an amusement licence compulsory for star hotels, theatres, pu

Steps to Get a 10 Lakh Personal Loan with Minimum Charges

Securing a Personal Loan of 10 lakh can be a practical solution for managing significant expenses, such as funding higher education, home renova

How Much Will 24-Carat Gold Cost You Today In India? Check Rates In Your City

The price of 24-carat gold in India stood at Rs 1,54,750 per 10 grams, down Rs 1,770 or 1.130 per cent, as of 10:20 am, according to India Bullio

Kanye West India Tour Confirmed: Ye to perform in Delhi on March 29; check ticket and venue details

Kanye West India date and tickets: Global rap icon Ye will perform in India for the first time next month. The 24-time Grammy winner is likely to

Bihar medical student found dead in West Bengal hostel; probe under way

Investigators have spoken to classmates and hostel inmates as part of the probe

'Wrong U-turns are dangerous': Delhi police takes a dig at Pakistan's crushing defeat against India in World Cup

Following India's high-octane victory against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 yesterday, the Delhi Police took to social media to deliver a ma

BSE, Broker Stocks Slide Up To 10%, RBIs Tough Lending Rules Trigger Market Jitters

Mumbai: Shares of BSE and other capital market companies fell sharply on February 16 after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) tightened rules on ban

Delhi Police celebrates 79th Raising Day; Amit Shah attends as chief guest

The Delhi Police's best marching contingent, SWAT team, dog squad, band team, motorcycle riders, PCR units and several other specialised formatio

JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key Released At jeemain.nta.nic.in; Result Next

JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the Joint Entrance Examination, JEE Main Answer Key 2026 today at jeemain.nt

'Aaya Nahi Match Dekhne Yar': Elvish Yadav's Video Call With Rinku Singh Goes Viral After India Beats Pakistan In T20 World Cup- Watch VIDEO

Yesterday's India-Pakistan match lacked the usual intensity and suspense. From the moment the Indian team stepped onto the field, it became evide

On Camera, Man Relishes Samosa In Jaipur. He Then Steals A Bike

In Jaipur, a strange case of vehicle theft has surfaced, one that proves not all thieves arrive with a plan. Some, it seems, arrive with a samosa

Unconventional stories are on verge of becoming extinct species: Taapsee Pannu

Mumbai: Actor Taapsee Pannu believes women-led and unconventional films are on the verge of becoming extinct as there is a lack of support from a

S Tharoor Wants Foreign Minister Job, Pawan Khera 'Puppet': MS Aiyar, Again

Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has left the Grand Old Party red-faced yet again

Keystone Realtors wins Om Nagar CHS redevelopment in Andheri, Mumbai

Keystone Realtors said it has been appointed as the developer for the landmark redevelopment of Om Nagar Co-operative Housing Society Federation

Aye Finance lists at par; slips below IPO price

Shares of Aye Finance were currently trading at Rs 123.45 at 10:30 IST on the BSE, representing a discount of 4.30% as compared with the issue pr

HFCL secures $4.67 million export order for optical fiber cables

HFCL has announced that it has secured an export order worth approximately $4.67 million (around Rs 42.34 crore) from a reputed international cus

Fractal Analytics is off to a flat start

Shares of Fractal Analytics were currently trading at Rs 878.10 at 10:15 IST on the BSE, representing a discount of 2.43% as compared with the is

Nifty above 25,500 level; realty shares advance

At 10:30 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, jumped 162.76 points or 0.20% to 82,789.52. The Nifty 50 index rose 53.80 points or 0.21%

All About HAMMER Missiles, Weapon Used On Rafale Jets

India and France are expected to sign an MoU for the joint production of HAMMER missiles during French President Emmanuel Macron's three-day offi

IGNOU Extends ODL Registration Deadline to Feb 28, 2026: Check Required Documents & Application Steps

IGNOU ODL Registration 2026: The Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended its IGNOU ODL Registration until February 28, 2026. Earlier

Markets open lower amid mixed global cues; turn volatile later

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 349.81 points, or 0.42%, to 82,276.95 in early trade. The broader NSE Nifty dropped 98.4 points to 25,372.70

Assam to push for four more highway emergency facilities, says Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam is building new emergency landing strips for aircraft. This is part of a larger plan to strengthen India's defense in the Northeast. The st

Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna Spotted at Airport Amid Udaipur Wedding Rumours

They later starred together in Dear Comrade.

Silver Crashes 8,200, Gold Slips 1,000 - Is This The Right Time To Buy?

Mumbai: Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Monday as traders booked profits after last weeks strong rally. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (M

Rahul Tutored By NGOs That Good Days Will Come For Cong; He Is Not Interested In Running Par: Rijiju

Tawang, Feb 16: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday claimed that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is not interested in the smooth f

Stop, wheres your ID?: Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir stopped for ID check at Munich Security Conference

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir was briefly asked for his ID by security at the Munich Security Conference. The visit was also protested by the Je

Dadasaheb Phalke Punyatithi: Interesting Facts To Know About 'Father Of Indian Cinema' On His Death Anniversary

Dadasaheb Phalke was a pioneer of Hindi cinema who passed away on February 16, 1944. Here are some of the interesting facts to know about this le

Dhurandhar 2 Actress Sara Arjun Dances Her Out At Sadhguru's Isha Foundation Maha Shivratri Celebration; Tamannaah Bhatia, Mouni Roy Also Attend Event - Watch Viral Videos

Every year, many Indian celebrities attend the Maha Shivratri celebration at Sadhguru's Isha Foundation, and this year was no exception. Many Bol

BioAsia 2026 to Mark Record Growth in Participation

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to inaugurate conference at 9.30 am on Tuesday

Exam Stress And Suicidal Thoughts: What Parents Need To Know And When To Act

Exam pressure can sometimes tip teenagers from stress into anxiety, hopelessness or even suicidal thoughts. A psychiatrist explains early warning

Madhya Pradesh February 16, 2026, Weather Update: Rain Alert Issued For Gwalior, Morena & 6 Other MP Districts For Feb 18-19; Day Temperature Cross 34C In Khandwa

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Several districts of Madhya Pradesh are likely to receive rainfall on February 18 and 19 due to an active Western Distur

Finally, Old Trunk Road getsstreet lights

Following representations from residents, the Cantonment Board and theTambaramCorporation have coordinated to restore and install street lights a

Anand Mahindra's Monday motivation is a 'senior citizen' with a Hulk-like body, crushing heavy weights in gym. Video will make you grab your dumbbells now

Anand Mahindra's Monday motivation: In his Monday motivation post, Anand Mahindra shared a video of an elderly man working out at the gym. The in

Rahul Gandhi tutored by NGOs that good days will come for Congress; he is not interested in running Parliament: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated Rahul Gandhi is not interested in Parliament's smooth functioning. He believes NGOs have advised Gandhi, promi

Delhi To Host First-Ever AI Film Festival During India AI Impact Summit 2026: AI Clip Of Sam Altman, Sundar Pichai, & Bill Gates Goes Viral

As India prepares to host the AI Impact Summit 2026, Delhi is set to witness a groundbreaking cultural event - the first-ever AI Film Festival, s

When Is Phalugun Amavasya 2026? Date, Muhurat, Significance & More About The New Moon Day

Phalguna Amavasya occurs during the month of Phalguna, which is why it is also known as Phalguna Amavasya. On this day, it is believed that devot

Wall Street Ends Volatile Week Mixed as Inflation Eases and Bond Yields Fall

U.S. stocks closed mixed on Friday, with easing January inflation and falling Treasury yields lifting rate-cut hopes while AI concerns and global

Ola Electric slumps as Q3 revenue drops 55% YoY; net loss narrows to Rs 487 crore

Ola Electric Mobility fell 5.89% to Rs 29.08 after the compay reported a muted Q3 FY26 performance, with volumes declining significantly, impacti

R M Drip & Sprinklers Systems forays into IoT-based smart irrigation and digital agriculture

In partnership with an advanced farm automation technology company

Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna Say No to Rs 60 Crore Wedding Deal

They just want to exchange vows surrounded by family and close friends, without the affair being turned into content.

China Firework Tragedy: 8 Killed, 2 Injured In Explosion At Store In Jiangsu Province

Beijing: At least eight people lost their lives in an explosion at a fireworks store in eastern China on Sunday afternoon, February 15 (local tim

A fireworks store explosion in China kills 8 ahead of Lunar New Year

Setting off firecrackers at midnight on the Lunar New Year is a tradition in China

Karnataka collects 11,112 crore through FASTag in three years

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) now accounts for more than 98% of user fe

How Pakistan's ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Hopes Hang By A Thread After Embarrassing 61-Run Loss To Team India In Colombo

After India national cricket team thrashed Pakistan national cricket team by 61 runs in their ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 clash, Pakistans chance