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Debt-ridden farmer scales 400 KV tower threatening to end life in Karnataka

According to sources, he had borrowed around 6 lakh in 2025 to drill a borewell and, subsequently, he had taken more loans for his childrens marr

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Young YouTuber ends life in Manikonda

Watch: Is the Hindi majority claim a statistical illusion?

Chapter 4 of Part I of the Report of the High-Level Committee on Union-State Relations deals with perhaps Tamil Nadus most sensitive issue langu

Nothing opens its sixth exclusive service centre in Kolkata

The London-based tech brand said that it wants to offer more specialised support to its growing customer base in the country

Telangana forms Cabinet Sub-Committee for 99-day action plan to expedite governance and policy execution

Telangana imposes up to Rs 10,000 road safety cess on new bikes, cars

Hyderabad: The Telangana government will be imposing a one-time road safety cess on vehicles that will be registered in the state from March 1, w

Watch: Supreme Court bans NCERT class 8 books with controversial chapter on judiciary

A day after taking suo motu cognisance of controversial references to corruption in a Class 8 Social Science textbook, the Supreme Court of India

Union Minister L Murugan inaugurates 10kW transmitter of Akashvani in Shivamogga

Union Government to establish content creator labs in 15,000 secondary schools to boost the orange economy

Vice-President asks students to reject colonial mindset, extols achievementsmade post-2019 in J&K

Addressing the graduating students in his maiden visit to J&K after assuming office, C.P. Radhakrishnan urges all of them to focus on swadeshi in

Thaai Kizhavi movie review: Radikaa Sarathkumars masala comedy of gold standards signals a commanding new filmmaking voice

Radikaa Sarathkumars film, produced by Sivakarthikeyan, is a riotous rural comedy, which blends soul, style and subversion, and announces Sivakum

Column | Damage control at the Oscars?

Oscars 2026: No major surprises, fewer songs, no censorship fears, safety-technical awards, and a Trump showdown are on the cards

Pakistan living in 'la la land', says India at U.N. Human Rights Council in response to Islamabads J&K claims

If the Chenab Rail Bridge, the worlds highest bridge, inaugurated in Jammu and Kashmir last year, is fake, then Pakistan must be hallucinating or

Tourism Malaysia Strengthens Presence at South Asia's travel & Tourism Exchange (SATTE) 2026 to Boost Indian Arrivals for VM2026

Tourism Malaysia continues its strong engagement in the Indian market through its participation in South Asia’s Travel and Tourism Exchange

Devujis emotional reunion with brother after 40 years; elusive veteran maoist leader Ganapathis cousin appeals to return

No emergency surgery for Kerala Minister Veena George, ICU care to continue, says medical board

Continuous monitoring is necessary and travel is not advisable in her current condition, says board

No intention to insult judiciary, will take action, says Pradhan on NCERT book row

3,000 new buses sought by State-run undertakings of Karnataka in budget

He expects introduction of smart cards to help achieve accuracy in maintaining data, and provide precise information about commuters, communities

NCERT under scrutiny: Legal literacy or political agenda?

In general, most school students in our country lack knowledge about the judiciary and basic legal literacy. To nurture informed citizens, it is

Union Budget 2026: Investing in AI, teachers, and workforce readiness

AP Govt Intensifies Crackdown after Milk Contamination Claims 5 Lives

The inspections and surveillance follow five deaths and hospitalisations reported in Rajamahendravaram. Preliminary epidemiological investigation

Orry says no to Taylor Swifts photo request, video viral

Mumbai: Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, has become one of the internets most unpredictable sensations, famous for popping up in the mo

ABB leads industrial water stewardship with AWS gold certification at Nelamangala site

JSW Motors partners with Tata IIS to build tech talent pipeline

NEW DELHI, Feb 26: JSW Motors on Thursday said it has partnered with the Tata Indian Institute of Skills to establish a structured technical tale

TMC replicates Modi's open letter symbolism to post sarcastic response

The Trinamool Congress has responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's open letter to West Bengal. The TMC's social media post sarcastically addr

Goyal meets US Comm Secretary Lutnick, discusses trade and economic partnership

NEW DELHI, Feb 26: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said he has held a meeting with US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnic

Beyond UPI, merchant payments and financial services power 42 pc of PhonePe revenue

NEW DELHI, Feb 26: Digital payments giant PhonePe has reported strong revenue growth and sharply narrowing losses over the past three fiscal year

UIDAI partners with Google to show verified Aadhaar centres on Maps

Locating Aadhaar centres will soon be easier across India. A new partnership between UIDAI and Google will display verified Aadhaar enrolment and

Centre Had No Intention Of Disrespecting Judiciary: Minister On NCERT Row

Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed his regret today over the inclusion of the controversial chapter on judiciary in schoolbooks, say

Rupee dips 1 paisa to settle at 90.92 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Feb 26: The rupee slipped 1 paisa to settle at 90.92 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday, weighed down by a rise in global cr

Stock markets end flat in volatile trade

MUMBAI, Feb 26: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended almost flat after a volatile day of trading on Thursday, dragged down by HDFC Ban

Bengaluru Weather forecast: Brace for a hotter summer as IMD issues above-normal temperatures from March

Bengaluru and Karnataka are set for a hotter than usual summer. The India Meteorological Department forecasts above-normal temperatures and possi

PM Modi invites Israeli startups to invest in India

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Israeli technology companies to invest in India and partner with Indian youth as he visited a

Swiggy, IRCTC expand Food on Train service to 152 stations across India

MUMBAI, Feb 26: Food delivery and quick commerce firm Swiggy on Thursday said it has expanded its Food on Train service, in collaboration with IR

Belagavi City Corporation presents surplus budget

The document estimates receipts at 442.54 crore and an expenditure of 441.62 crore, leading to a surplus of around 92 lakh

Why We Never See Reality As It Is: The Power of Perception

We dont see reality as it is. We see it through our beliefs, emotions, and experiences. Discover how perception shapes leadership, decisions, and

Indian-Origin Doctor Told 911 Daughter Drowned In Pool. Autopsy Nailed Her

Months after an Indian-origin doctor was charged with killing her four-year-old daughter by drowning her in a pool at a short-term rental home in

Cristiano Ronaldo Buys Stake in Saudi-Owned Second-Tier Spanish Club

Brunswick Group said in a statement that Ronaldo bought a 25 per cent share of the club that has a Saudi Arabian owner

Anbumani criticises steep hike in private milk prices, urges T.N. govt. to act

He noted that the prices are significantly higher than those of the State-run Aavin, and that private milk is up to 55% costlier in some categori

7 booked for unlawful assembly in Malegaon municipality namaz case

Nashik: The Maharashtra Police on Wednesday, February 25, booked seven individuals for offering namaz in the Electricity Department office at the

Panel Submits Education Policy Report to Revanth Reddy

Murali, a retired bureaucrat, along with members of the Commission, submitted the report to the Chief Minister

AI song generator startups Suno and Udio angered the music industry. Now theyre hoping to join it

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., February 26, 2026 (AP) Suno CEO Mikey Shulman pulls up a chair to the recording studio desk where a research scientist at his

Strange night-time leg sensations? Doctors warn it may be a disease: Check restless legs syndrome symptoms, causes and treatments

A subtle, uncomfortable sensation in the legs that compels movement, often dismissed as stress, could be restless legs syndrome (RLS). This commo

The woman Fighting To Reclaim Her Face From Albania's 'AI minister'

Albanian actor Anila Bisha is fighting to remove her AI-generated chatbot version which she claims Albanian govt is using without her consent.

Goa nightclub fire case: 13 booked, including club owners

Goa police have filed a massive chargesheet in a nightclub fire case. Thirteen individuals, including nightclub owners and employees, are accused

Expensive skincare not working? Rekhas simple routine keeps her glowing at 71

There Was No Burden to Play a Queer Couple Differently: Konkana Sen Sharma

Director Anubhuti Kashyap chose London for 'Accused' to avoid commentary on queer relationships.

Interview | Richard Flanagan: The writers only job is to be not boring

The Man Booker-winning author of The Narrow Road to the Deep North says literature should not be bound by morality or ethics

Kerala HC Takes Note Of Suspected Irregularities In 'Padi Pooja' Bookings At Sabarimala

The court issued the direction after a vigilance enquiry found instances of unauthorised transfer, for higher consideration, of some 'Padi Pooja'

Toss the Coin Repositions Karkhanas brand to reflect its evolution into a full-stack electronics manufacturing partner

How India Can Reach T20 WC 2026 Semifinals: All Possible Scenarios

For India to progress to the semifinals, todays fixtures South Africa vs West Indies and India vs Zimbabwe will play a crucial role

US, Iran hold Geneva nuclear talks amid rising war fears

Geneva: Iran and the US prepared to meet Thursday in Geneva for nuclear negotiations viewed as a last chance for diplomacy as America has gathere

Opinion: Opinion | Supreme Court-NCERT Row: How Do You Really Teach Children About Judiciary?

India's constitutional journey has been marked by landmark judgments as well as legitimate criticism over delays and infrastructure deficits. Bot

Watching Muscle-Related Content On Social Media Raises Steroid Use Intentions In Men: Study

The study, led by researchers in Canada and the United States, surveyed 1,515 boys and men aged 15 to 35 who had never used anabolic steroids.

Russia Duma backs appeal to Europe over plans to supply nuclear arms to Kyiv

MOSCOW, Feb 26: The Russian State Duma adopted an appeal to the French National Assembly, the UK House of Commons, the German Parliament, the Eur

J&K Govt Keeps Order On JKBOSE/SSSA As TET Nodal Agency In Abeyance

JAMMU, Feb 26: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has kept in abeyance its earlier order regarding the designation of the Jammu and Kashmir Boar

North Korea open to improved ties if US recognises its Nuclear status:Kim Jong Un

PYONGYANG, Feb 26: In a rare message to the US, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said Pyongyang would be willing to improve relations with the

Six Planet Parade: Final weekend to witness the spectacle heres when and how

Although it is frequently referred to as a planetary alignment, astronomers note that a six-planet parade is not a flawless straight-line formati

US, Iran to hold third round of nuclear talks as more American forces deploy to Mideast

GENEVA, Feb 26: Iran and the US prepared to meet Thursday in Geneva for nuclear negotiations viewed as a last chance for diplomacy as America has

In Hapurs Local Market, Repairs Became a Reliable Livelihood

In Hapur, Ajitya Jindal builds Jindal Electronics by repairing and reselling appliances, creating steady income and local employment.

How a Computer Centre in Agra Is Boosting Digital Skills

In Agra, Dipin Kumar builds DS Computer Education Center to expand access to practical computer education and support local skill development.

Kenyan police arrest man accused of recruiting fighters for Russias war in Ukraine

NAIROBI, Feb 26: Police in Kenya have arrested a man named in the alleged scheme that duped Kenyans with promises of skilled work in Russia, only

Punjab and Haryana HC set aside charges against Hooda, AJL in Panchkula plot case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has cleared former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Associated Journals Limited of criminal cha

NCERT row: Dharmendra Pradhan vows accountability, action

The Supreme Court has banned an NCERT Class 8 textbook chapter on judicial corruption. The court ordered seizure of all copies. Union Education M

Bangladesh court orders authorities to request Interpol red notice for arrest of British MP

DHAKA, Feb 26: A court in Bangladeshs capital on Thursday ordered authorities to request that Interpol issue a red notice for the arrest of a Bri

The Secret Agent Review

A haunting political drama set in 1977 Brazil, Kleber Mendona Filhos Cannes-winning Secret Agent explores memory, identity and survival under a r

Gujarats Marriage Amendment Proposal and the Question of Adult Autonomy

Mandating parental consent serves no legitimate or reasonable purpose when the individuals are consenting adults.

2 policemen abducted, killed by militants in Pakistan

PESHAWAR, Feb 26: Two brothers, both police personnel, were abducted and later killed by militants in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, offi

No Fee For Air Ticket Changes Within 48 Hours: Aviation Body

Passengers can now cancel or change air tickets without paying an additional charge within 48 hours of booking, subject to certain conditions, wi

DGCA Revises Air Ticket Refund Norms

In case of purchase of ticket through travel agent/portal, onus of refund shall lie with the airlines as agents are their appointed representativ

Zomato Founder Deepinder Goyal Wins EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 In Mumbai

Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has been named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 at a ceremony in Mumbai, recognised for his impact on India's consumer

Will Fix Accountability, Take Action Against Those Involved: Education Minister On NCERT Row

New Delhi, Feb 26: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday expressed anguish over NCERT coming up with a chapter on judicial corr

Ramadoss urges DMK govt. to address demands of revenue staff on strike

Still no glow despite skincare? Try Manish Malhotra's simple habit

Manish Malhotra, known as one of Indias most celebrated fashion designers and celebrity stylists, shared his glowing skin secret during this life

PM Modi in Israel visits Yad Vashem, pays tribute to Holocaust victims

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Yad Vashem memorial in Jerusalem. He paid tributes to the victims of the Holocaust. His Israeli counterp

Prayaan Capital raises Rs 110 Cr in Series A led by Peak XV Partners

Prayaan Capital will use this funding round to build its MSME lending platform, expand team and operations.

Agamya Gamyaalu: Tracing the global lives of Indias forgotten indentured labourers

In the Telugu book Agamya Gamyaalu, author Mukunda Ramarao draws from his familys migration history to illuminate indentured labour as a shared g

What are Iran's ballistic missile capabilities?

Iran is holding new nuclear talks with the United States. The country possesses a large ballistic missile stockpile in the Middle East. These mis

Army Ready For Decisive Ground Action, Wont Be Deterred By Nuclear Threat: Western Commander

Pathankot (Punjab), Feb 26: The Army is fully prepared for future contingencies and will not be deterred by nuclear threats, Western Command chie

Man with mental health condition held for offering namaz at temple in Hyderabad,

Hyderabad: A Muslim man was arrested in Hyderabad on Wednesday, February 23, for allegedly offering namaz at an Ayappa Swamy Temple in Pratap Sin

'We've utmost respect for judiciary': Education minister vows action in NCERT book row

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured action against those responsible for a controversial Class 8 NCERT textbook chapter on judici

Student council opposes Azim Premji Universitys FIR against Spark Reading Circle, flags asymmetry in outcomes following vandalism at campus

Individuals accused of entering the campus without permission, assaulting members of the university community, and damaging property are facing b

AIIMS-Nagpur Students Allege Worms Found In Hostel Mess Food; Administration Institutes Enquiry

AIIMS Nagpur students reported insects and foreign objects in hostel mess food, prompting an inquiry by the administration despite no formal comp

A Decade of Indias Evolving Naval Diplomacy: From SAGAR to MAHASAGAR

India's 8th Trade Policy Review at WTO in July

Indias 8th Trade Policy Review at the World Trade Organization is scheduled for July 2026, marking a comprehensive peer review of the countrys tr

Anant National University Kicks Off WITH Festival 2026 and Unveils Its First-Ever Student Fest

Three days of art, design, performance and student-led celebration bring global voices on campus

Rana Daggubati to Prabhas: Where stars eat haleem in Hyderabad

Ramzan is underway, and the streets of Hyderabad are already filled with the aroma of slow-cooked, ghee-rich haleem that leaves food lovers drool

Processing Fees and Hidden Costs in Personal Loan Apps

PM Modi Meets Israeli President Herzog

Modi said the ties between the two countries can contribute significantly to global growth

Vijays TVK tells functionaries not to speak to media without prior approval

In a statement issued on Thursday, party general secretary N. Anand said TVKs State-level, district-level, and other functionaries should not par