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India grants interim relief to four Russian ship insurers

India has extended insurance cover for ships arriving at its ports. Four Russian insurance companies, including Soglasie and UGORIA, will now pro

What is Section 122 of the US Trade Act of 1974, Trumps latest tariff weapon for 10% extra duty on the world

President Trump announced a 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, shifting from the International Emergency Economic Powe

US Supreme Court curbs Trump tariffs under IEEPA: Whats struck down, what still stands

The Supreme Court has delivered a surprising verdict, striking down President Trump's tariffs on imported goods. The justices concluded that he h

Trump says US Supreme Court tariff ruling `deeply disappointing`

President Donald Trump said he would impose an additional global tariffs of 10 per cent over and above the rates currently applicable on exports

PM holds roundtable with 16 heads of AI, Seeptech startups

Nine bilaterals with leaders, CEOs New Delhi, Feb 20 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a series of meetings that included a roundtabl

Centre Releases Rs 387.53cr to Gram Panchayats in Telangana

Rs 1,034cr Released in 3 Instalments

NIA Charges 2 More Accused in 2025 Vizianagaram ISIS Case

Imran Akram, who is still absconding, was involved in providing terror funding to Siraz Ur Rahiman and Syed Sameer for the procurement of explosi

US stock market surging big today: Whats fueling Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq gains right now? Amazon, Nvidia and Magnificent Seven stocks power rally

US stock market surging big today: The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 120 points to 49,515, while the S&P 500 rose 0.57% to 6,900 and the Na

India's economy shows resilience in January: RBI bulletin highlights strong growth and favorable outlook

In January, India's economic landscape showcased resilience, with industrial production and service sectors experiencing consistent growth. Publi

India emerges as global economic power: LG Sinha

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:Stating that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is scripting a tale of economic progress, Lieutenant

Greater Chennai Corporation Council delegates power to entomologists to prevent mosquito-borne diseases

Residents have complained about a deterioration of public health owing to a rise in mosquito density and infections transmitted between animals a

SIR in J&K expected to start in April: ECI

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Election Commission of India (ECI) is expected to start the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral roll in Jammu &

Kerala CM Vijayan to inaugurate Akkulam-Chettuva Waterway Phase 1 on Feb 26

Kerala's inland waterways development reaches a milestone. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the first phase of the Akkulam-Chettuv

US SC tariff order: Chidambaram seeks clarity on Feb 6 deal

What will happen to those concessions? The joint statement announced Zero tariff on many goods that the US will export to India; that India inten

30,000 vacancies to be filled this year: CM

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu and Kashmir government will fill more than 30,000 vacancies across departments during the current year, Chief Minist

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

The 6-3 decision centres on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping reciprocal tariffs he levied on nearly every ot

US-sanctioned Iran-linked oil tanker spent 8 days in Pak maritime boundary: FIR

An Iran-linked oil tanker, seized by the Indian Coast Guard, spent days in Pakistan's maritime boundary with its tracking systems off. The vessel

22 IAS, JKAS Officers transferred, three relieved from J&K

4 districts get new DCs Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered an administrative reshuffle involving the transfer

Army chief charts ways to expand defence cooperation during Australia visit

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi's Australia visit from Feb 16-19 focused on enhancing army-to-army cooperation. Discussions with senior defenc

CM Revanth: Appoint Nodal Officers to Conduct Regular Inspection of Welfare Hostels and Gurukuls

The Chief Minister highlighted the need to provide high-quality facilities and ensure a secure learning environment. District authorities have be

Police complaints lodged against CEC in Bengal over SIR 'harassment'

Seven individuals have filed complaints against the Chief Electoral Officer in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. They allege harassment d

Draft MoU for Metro Rails MRTS takeover to be sent to Railway Board for approval

Southern Railway has already submitted the document to the Tamil Nadu government; nearly 4,000 crore will be required to upgrade the Chennai Beac

2025 Floods claim 152 lives, damage 12,219 houses; Rs 289 Cr SDRF released

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday said that 152 persons lost their lives and 12,219 houses were damaged in the previous

About 60,000 students participate in SRMIST cultural fest Milan

Jammu Div records pilgrim tourists: 1.8 Cr in 2023, 2 Cr in 2024, 1.6 Cr in 2025

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The government on Friday said that Jammu Division has witnessed a steady rise in tourist footfall over the past three years, w

Registration opens for Itikaf 2026 at Grand Mosque, Prophets Mosque

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia on Friday, February 20, announced the opening of registration for the Islamic ritual of Itikaf, or seclusion, for men and wo

Rs 2106 Cr awarded as compensation for J&K ring roads

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Government on Friday informed the House that Rs 2106.7 crore have been awarded as compensation for land acquired for Ring

TMC, BJP hail Supreme Court order on Bengal SIR directing HC to depute officers

The Supreme Court has ordered judicial officers to oversee the SIR process in Bengal. A meeting is set for Saturday to finalize arrangements. The

Works on HC Building, Other Units Progressing

Of these, 3,500 houses are slated for completion and handover by next month.

Kishan Reddy Calls Cong a National Shame Over Topless Protests

The landmark summit showcased Indias technological prowess, expanded national AI capabilities, and united top global figures on one platform. Red

Rs 36.61 Cr plan to expand J&K Houses across India

New J&K House proposed in Dwarka, DPR underway for Mumbai Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The government on Friday said it has proposed expansion and redevelo

Uber Eats, Workday and Bet365 down and when will it be back up? Users report services not working right now. Here's affected services, regions and error message explained

Uber Eats, Workday and Bet365 down and when will it be back up is trending as users report outages. Many say apps are not loading and services ar

GCC to install sensors, screens at 75 places to provide real-time environmental data

Karnataka Targets District-Level Cancer, Trauma And Super-Speciality Care

Speaking to reporters after inaugurating Namma SARAS Mela in Mangaluru, Patil said the governments long-term plan is to strengthen public healthc

Women Shift to Low-carat Gold or Silver Jewellery

According to Saritha Reddy from Vanasthalipuram, there is no compulsion to buy only gold jewellery as trendy designs are available in silver, pea

CM Revanth Reddy Courts Global Tech Leaders, Investors at US Ambassadors Delhi Reception

Using the occasion to pitch Telanganas economic vision, Reddy highlighted the states rapid growth trajectory and its ambitions to emerge as a glo

Councillors call for 1 crore ward funds, solatium, pension and vehicles

HC Overrules Registry, Admits PIL on Illegal Constructions in Nirmal Lake FTL

Telangana High Court Quashes Criminal Cases Against OU Professor Kasim Over Protest

Minor Accused of Rape of Girl Still Absconding

Narsingi police had remanded the two accused to judicial custody.

HC grants bail to SUV driver accused of killing 2

Maharashtra Rolls Out Revenue Camps To Clear Pending Cases

A Government Resolution (GR) issued in this regard stated that the campaign will cover all revenue circles, as well as areas under municipal coun

India-US trade deal unchanged, New Delhi still pays tariffs, Trump says

President Donald Trump has confirmed that tariffs on India will stay at 18 percent. This decision comes after a recent legal challenge to his wid

PIL for Failure to Install and Maintain Traffic Lights in Karimnagar District

The panel granted three weeks' time for the respondents to obtain instructions and file their response.

85% of Chennai residents see climate change as an immediate threat, finds survey

Trumps immediate response to the Supreme Court tariff ruling: 10% global tariffs announced, legal pivot unveiled, disloyal justices targeted amid trade turmoil

Trumps immediate response to the Supreme Court tariff ruling: $160 billion in tariffs vanished instantly following a landmark 6-3 Supreme Court r

Centre opens urban projects to RWAs, private players

The Rs 1 lakh crore Fund will see cities proposing different projects to the state government and then competing against each other to tap into t

Word of the day: Sibilance

Sibilance is a hissing sound in language. It occurs when 's', 'sh', or 'z' sounds repeat. This technique adds mood to poetry and affects clarity

Rs 1,684 Cr paid for Ring Road Land in J&K: Govt

Jammu Tawi, Feb 20:The Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that over Rs 1,684 crore in compensation has been released so far f

Electoral Roll Revision Drive Gathers Pace

A total of 195 AEROs took part.

Employee feels burnt out after missing promotion despite top performance, reddit users advise job switch

A hardworking employee shared online that they felt very sad after not getting a promotion even after strong performance and extra training. The

Trump Weighs Strikes as Iran Deal Nears

Trump said a day earlier that he believes 10 to 15 days is enough time for Iran to reach a deal following recent rounds of indirect negotiations

Online betting firms eye overseas markets

Indian online money gaming companies face uncertainty after a betting ban. They are seeking government clarity on overseas investments and partne

Supreme Court rejects Rashmi Salujas plea to quash Mumbai Police FIR in ESOP case

The Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court order, backing Mumbai Polices FIR against Rashmi Saluja and citing ample incriminating material ga

Devyani calls for use of AI in sports trials for fair selections

Jammu, Feb 20 : BJP MLA Devyani Rana on Friday suggested the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) during selection in sports trials in J

Telangana govt prepared to meet challenges posed by rapid rise of AI: IT Minister

DC Edit | J&Ks Ranji March Is Historic

Paras Dogra bridges regions as Auqib Nabi shines

Hyderabad: RTAs Refuse Renewal for Vehicles Without QR-Verified Reflective Tapes

According to transport department officials, studies have indicated that reflective tapes improve distant visibility of vehicles from the rear an

Nr Army commander reviews anti-infiltration grid

Srinagar, Feb 20 : Northern Army commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma on Friday reviewed the anti-infiltration grid in Kashmir and assessed the operati

Residents Protest Land Acquisition for Musi Project

Officials confirmed that residents have sought higher compensation and assured that their concerns will be placed before the government.

IMD planning to roll out hyper-local forecasting in J&K's Kishtwar & Ramban

Among the seven districts across the Himalayan states, two districts are in J&K -- Kishtwar and Ramban. The IMD plans to instal four additional d

'I can do anything I want': Donald Trump defiant after U.S. Supreme Court tariff blow

President Donald Trump signals defiance after the Supreme Court struck down his tariff policy. He plans to use other legal avenues to advance his

Odisha CM Announces Rs 1 Lakh Incentive For Girls From Weaker Sections Pursuing Graduation

The Budget outlines a broad rural transformation agenda anchored in the governments Samrudh Odisha vision

Medicover Joins Evergreen on Air Transfers

The collaboration was spearheaded by Mahesh Degloorkar, chief business officer, Medicover Hospitals, a release said.

US SC Verdict: Trump Called The Majority Decision A Disgrace

While other US Presidents have used the law the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act dozens of times, often to impose sanctions, Tr

Gujarat moves to tighten marriage registration laws

In a bold move aimed at increasing transparency, the Gujarat government is revamping its marriage registration process. Parents will now receive

RSS defamation case: Rahul Gandhi to appear before Bhiwandi court

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh activist Rajesh Kunte filed a complaint in the court alleging that the Congress leader, while speaking at a rally at

Cost Accountants Told to Lead, Not Just Control

Dr Durga Prasad noted that the world is undergoing structural transformation due to geopolitical tensions and economic crise

Trump Says He Will Reimpose Tariffs. Here's How He Could Do It

In a major setback for US President Donald Trump, the Supreme Court on Friday struck down sweeping tariffs imposed by his administration, ruling

Hyderabad set to chart course towards becoming a integrated medical value tourism destination

Trump erupts in anger over Supreme Court tariff ruling, reports describe heated reaction

Trump reaction to Supreme Court tariff ruling: President Donald Trump reacted with fury after the Supreme Court declared his emergency tariffs un

Employee put on PIP, then laid off, vents anger - others urge calm and smart moves

Mid-career professionals often face unique challenges despite years of experience, advanced degrees, and a strong work ethic. Even highly skilled

Career Guidance Helpline Launched

The helpline functions during designated hours and maintains confidentiality.

India-UAE ties moving from co-investment to co-innovation and AI: UAE special envoy

The partnership between India and the UAE is evolving, moving past traditional investment opportunities into the vibrant realms of co-innovation

How Canada, EU Reacted To US Supreme Court Ruling On Trump's Tariffs

Canada's International Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the US Supreme Court ruling affirms that the levies were unjustified.

BJP terms GHMC division unscientific, alleges political motive

CBI Court Orders Handing Over of Ayesha Meeras Mortal Remains to Family

The court accepted the final report submitted by the CBI and issued directions to hand over the mortal remains collected by the medical team to t

Watch: Indias AI Summit: Successes and setbacks | Explained

The AI Impact Summit 2026 positioned India at the centre of the global AI race with over $200 billion in pledges and an ambitious national vision

Congress left borders vulnerable, BJP sealed them: Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah confidently announced that the BJP administration in Assam has successfully put an end to unlawful infiltration ove

Trump announces 10% global tariff on top of existing duties after Supreme Court setback

The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's global tariffs, ruling he exceeded his authority by invoking the International Emergency Economic

Drive On to Resolve Basti Complaints

He also suggested constructing soak pits to divert wastewater, offering technical support from the board.

Not just Rafale jets, make its weapons in India too: Rajnath

In a significant development in defense collaboration, India has urged France to prioritize local production of weaponry linked to the Rafale fig

Three Held in Tirumala for Room Fraud Using Fake Aadhaar Cards

Police said the accused exploited the heavy demand for accommodation in Tirumala by creating forged Aadhaar cards after morphing photographs and

Subsidised Two-Wheelers for Fish Vendors

Applicants must have prior experience in fish sales and hold a valid driving licence.

Congress's 'shirtless protest' targets AI Summit; shameful, says BJP

In a bold statement at the World AI Impact Summit in Delhi, Youth Congress members staged a daring protest, shedding their shirts to symbolize tr

Shobhaa De | Why Did Mumbaikars Go Gaga Over Prez Macron?

From Marine Drive jog to robodog row and crash probe calls

TDCA Seeks BCCI Probe into HCA's Rs 70 Crore Transfer to Visaka Industries

Venkateshwar Reddy further highlighted years of alleged malpractices in HCA team selections, resulting in no Hyderabad players reaching major tou

Collector for Speedy Work on Young India School Project

Officials briefed her on the current status of the project during the site visit.

Nearly 9 Lakh Voters Removed in Kerala After SIR

State has 2.69 crore electors in final list

Iranian Tanker Seized By India Spent Days In Pak Waters, Went Dark For Hours

India seized three oil tankers suspected of links to Iran's sanctioned oil trade after a dramatic mid-sea operation, which revealed a deliberate

Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi inaugurates 654 high tech laboratories benefiting 9 lakh students