The Trump administrations initiative aims to create a reserve of critical minerals to protect its domestic industries from any disruption, as witnessed when China restricted export of rare earth magnets to retaliate againstU.S. tariffs, causing a near shutdown of car manufacturing operations in the U.S. and the world over
T20 World Cup: Pakistan face must-win test against winless Namibia to seal Super 8s berth
In Group A, title favourites India have already sealed their Super 8s berth after their handsome 61-run win over Pakistan the other day
Fifty years ago | World recognition for small savings drive
A hundred years ago | Finding work for disabled ex-service men
Man arrested after running toward U.S. Capitol with loaded shotgun, say police
The motive of the man, who police said was wearing a tactical vest and tactical gloves, was not immediately known
Opposition slams ruling alliance over welcometo Macron
Political parties and citizens on social media also sought action against the hoardings which they said were put up in contravention to the Bombay High Court order against them
EC Eyes April for Elections in Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry
Last time, Assembly polls in West Bengal were held in eight phases. In Assam, elections were held in two phases, and in a single phase in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry.
Nitishs son Nishant all out in public before getting any role in the party
For the first time, in the individual capacity, he has started inspecting the developmental work which has been launched or started by his father Nitish Kumar
Device theft at India AI Impact Summit: Delhi Policeidentifysuspect
Police launch new anti-drug drive across city colleges
All 12 accused in Turkman Gate violence case get bail
Indias aviation is in need of data-driven oversight
The December 2025 IndiGo crisis highlights Indias lack of a data-driven aviation framework and a regulatory gap
AAP attacks govt. over fee hikes; BJP hits back
Woman dies after alleged assault by son
Will upgrade govt. schools to draw students from across country: CM
BRS cadre celebrates KCRs birthday across Telangana
BJP back to Rath Yatras to boost political prospects in West Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a gathering at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds at the culmination of the yatras across the State
He was countering an appeal filed by S.S. Duraisamy alleging that there were videos and photos, contained in CDs, allegedly showing corrupt practices committed ahead of the 2011 election of M.K. Stalin, including the distribution of money to lure voters
Reddy loses Bagepalli MLA post with false claim of nil tax dues when he actually owed over 1.3 crore
Declaring nil tax dues in the assets and liabilities statement filed with his nomination papers - despite owing 1.3 crore in property tax arrears since 2018 - cost S.N. Subba Reddy his MLA post
All accused in father-son duo murder during Bemetara communal violence acquitted
Seventeen men were arrested for murdering an elderly man and his son, cattle grazers from Biranpur village in Chhattisgarh, in 2023
RPF constable caught on video assaulting youth; probe ordered
The new world disorder, from rules to might
As the rules-based order erodes, raw power is beginning to reshape the global system
Madras HC to I-T dept: Respond to plea seeking inquiry against IUML MP Navas Kani
A look at the outsize impact these have on lives
8 yrs on, Madras HC reverses acquittal; 21 accused in poll rivalry murder sentenced to life
T20 World Cup | We dont overanalyse unnecessarily: Kotak on Abhisheks form
While there are claims about Abhishek Sharmas vulnerability on the off-side, Sitanshu Kotak said that getting into the minutiae with the 25-year-old would be counterproductive.
No gain in bargaining: On the Congress-DMK alliance
The Congress, not the DMK, stands to lose more if it frays the alliance
A.P. MLAs laud peoples budget, say it reflects governments vision
Why Yuvraj Mehtas death was not an accident
In urban India, deaths caused by infrastructural failure are seen as unfortunate and incidental. In reality, cities do not witness such deaths, they produce them
A Delhi move by the Grand Mufti
How Aboobacker Musliar reaffirmed his position without taking a partisan stand
Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu accused the Centre of creating unprecedented fiscal challenges, including project denial and fund blocking. He stated the Union government is artificially precipitating a crisis, impacting state finances despite the government meeting its promises. The minister highlighted GST rate recast and deducted IGST settlement as major concerns.
Black box of aircraft from Ajit Pawars crash sustained damage
A Learjet 45 crashed in Baramati, Maharashtra, on January 28, killing Pawar, both the pilots, a cabin crew member and staff of the leader
Premier League | Clinical City has the wherewithal to rock Arsenals aspirations
Heading into the final third of the domestic season, Artetas men are perched at the top with 57 points from 26 games, four points more than the second-placed Manchester outfit; Guardiola & Co.s killer instinct will be a factor as the campaign reaches its climax; the Gunners have a squad that can tackle the unforgiving schedule
AI can revolutionise healthcare, says Union Minister Anupriya Patel
IT Minister apologises for AI summit troubles; global embarrassment, says Kharge
Attendees criticise arrangements on Day 1; flag theft of displayed products and lack of basic amenities; Minister says correction action taken
Six-month imprisonment to Medak Collector in contempt case
ASO arrested for misbehaving with minor girl
Carrier India all set to invest 1,000 crore in manufacturing unit in Sri City
Carrier Indias Managing Director Sundaresan Narayanan and Sri Citys Managing Director Ravindra Sannareddy formally exchanged copies of the lease deed in the presence of the Tirupati district Collector S. Venkateswar
RBI releases draft Directions on Foreign Exchange Dealingsof Authorised Persons
The format for reporting of net open position limits has also been updated, it said
Media fraternity pays tributes to Ramiah
Watch: PM Modi announces special India-France strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on February 17 to strengthen ties in trade, defence, energy and critical technologies.
Statewide indefinite lorry strike from February 25
The SLOFT had demanded that the fee for issuing fitness certificates, which was increased by the Centre in December 2025, be reduced
Maruti Suzuki launches e Vitara at 10.99 lakh plus battery rental
The eVitara is available in two battery options 61kWh and 49kWh with a driving range of up to 543 km
Mission Mausam to make India weather- ready and climate-smart: official
Earth Sciences key to growth, disaster resilience and blue economy, says Ministry of Earth Sciences Secretary at memorial lecture
Indias first private sector helicopter final assembly line inaugurated near Kolar in Karnataka
The facility in Vemagal in Kolar district of Karnataka, is Indias first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125
Budget will be planned to integrate climate action in schemes across departments: Stalin
At the summit, Mr. Stalin launched the TN-SHORE scheme, under which 1.7 crore has been earmarked as revolving funds and micro-credit support for 34 mangrove conservation committees
Congress Eyes Power Share In Tamil Nadu, Makes Stance Clear To DMK
The Congress has hardened its stance on power sharing with its Tamil Nadu ally, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, signalling that the issue will be part of formal coalition discussions ahead of the assembly elections.
P.M. Mannan, M.K. Alagiris loyalist, joins AIADMK
He was expelled from the DMK alongside Alagiri in 2014
DMK regime has let down government employees, alleges Palaniswami
Speaking to presspersons after the Interim Budget speech at the Assembly, he contends that not even one-fourth of the DMKs electoral promises, made in the run-up to the 2021 Assembly polls, had been fulfilled
AP MedTech Zone expands academic partnerships to strengthen biomedical workforce
On the eighth anniversary of its Innovation and Biomedical Skill Centre, the organisation inks MoUs with 72 institutions, taking total partnerships to over 133 and boosting industry aligned skill development in medical technology
Supreme Court lists appeals against suspension of Lalu Prasads sentence in fodder scam case in April
The case revolved around withdrawals ofcroresof rupees from the State treasury between 1992 and 1995
India, France renew defence cooperation for 10 years
India has asked France to increase indigenous content in the Rafale by up to 50%, and also expand the Rafales maintenance, repair and overhaul facility in India
Delhi HC restrains Ilaiyaraaja from exploiting Saregama copyrighted works
He had issued a legal notice to Saregama, claiming rights over the musical works he composed for 134 films
Watch: Minor granted interim bail after Dwarka crash kills 23-year-old biker
The mother of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra has taken to social media seeking justice after he died in a crash in Dwarka on February 3, allegedly involving a car driven by a minor.
Bangladesh reform agenda wins voters backing, but rifts remain among parties
The July Charter, born from the 2024 uprising, calls for key reforms such as setting up of a non-partisan caretaker government to run future elections, creation of a 100-member upper house and broadening fundamental rights
KIIFB misusing public funds for short-term political purposes: Chennithala
Senior Congress leader says the assertion of its CEO that advertising expenditure significantly influences KIIFBs financial ratings is misleading and contrary to established financial principles
Smithsonian Restitution Sets Precedent for Temple Bronze Recovery: India's Next Steps
The Smithsonian's restitution of temple bronzes sets a precedent, highlighting the need for other institutions to return stolen idols. Archival evidence proves these artifacts never ceased belonging to their temples. India must now coordinate efforts to identify, reclaim, and repatriate every missing 'murthi' from Alattur and Veeracholapuram, demanding institutional integrity.
Uttarakhand mulling registration fees for Char Dham Yatra to curb fake entries
A committee has been constituted to decide on the fee structure and present it for approval
Thangam Thennarasu avoids populist announcements in Interim Budget, flags fiscal strain
He also highlights the challenges faced by Tamil Nadu from the Centre, including the denial of major infrastructure projects, the withholding of funds, curtailment of tax revenues without consultation, and the unfair imposition of conditions mandating expenditure
Supreme Court flags the risks of using AI for drafting petitions
Justice Nagarathna recalls how a lawyer arguing before her Bench had recently cited a non-existent case law titled Mercy vs Mankind
Tamil Nadus Growth Rate Exceeds National GDP
The State will strive to sustain healthy growth in Revenue Receipts and with fiscal consolidation as its core principle
AI summit sees smoother second day after chaotic start
More halls opened, crowd flow improves, though livestreams glitches and transport issuespersist
CBSE Class 10, 12 board exams begin
Over 46 lakh students appearing at over 8,000 centres across the country and abroad
Telangana High Court grants bail to IBOMMA Ravi
PM Coming to Tamil Nadu on March 1 and 6
Making special efforts to ensure that the two visits were successful.
Agriculture Credit Outreach Campaign in Hubballi
Poll-bound Assam approves 3% quota for tea tribes in Class I and II jobs
The Cabinet decision before the Budget presentation is significant, as the community accounts for almost 20% of the voters in the State; the construction of a second Sainik School at Langvoku in Karbi Anglong district has also been approved
KPOA demands special NDPS stations in all districts
Hardeep Puri must clarify his 62 email exchanges, 14 meetings with Epstein: Congress
Opposition party reiterates resignation for the Ministers resignation.
Police lay stress on CCTV coverage in migrant settlements of Perumbavoor
Human super-predators not always super-scary to wildlife, finds study
Animals in areas exposed to lethal humans tend to be more vigilant and spend less time foraging. In contrast, responses to non-lethal humans, such as tourists or researchers are weaker and more variable
Experts stress importance of chemistry to sustainability research
Indian Army puts up a show with homegrown dual-use AI systems
The Armys approach encompasses indigenous development, operational readiness and dual-use adaptability, and strengthening defence preparedness while helping build disaster resilience
Panel recommends 5.04 lakh compensation for stray dog bite victims
Fifth accused arrested in Indian Navy ships spying case
Vellappally accuses of IUML being over-ambitious
In an article published in Yoganaadam, the mouthpiece of the Yogam, Mr. Natesan warned that the time may not be far when the majority community in Kerala becomes a minority
City of Destiny set for grand International Fleet Review on February 18
Elaborate security, sanitation and civic arrangements in place as naval delegates from India and abroad throng Visakhapatnam; Beach Road declared Temporary Red Zone ahead of International City Parade
Campaign for Rohith Act demands enactment of Bill in upcoming Budget session
They also urged the government to release the draft Rohith Vemula Act for public consultation and announce a clear timeline for its introduction and passage in the Legislative Assembly
Family keeps womans body at home for four days, believing prayers would revive her
Residents seek motorable roads, improved water supply, and street lights
Suresh says he wont fight VS son in Malampuzha
Tamil Nadu interim budget: Anbumani accuses DMK govt of pushing state into debt trap
100 BUDS institutions to be raised to model status: Minister
Health/life insurance scheme will be launched for BUDS staff from this year; a unified training model would be implemented under the umbrella of the Kudumbashree for teachers and ayahs in these institutions
Indiramma Housing drive to cover core urban region
Beneficiary selection by March-end; the government would simultaneously focus on land acquisition for Indiramma model colonies in slums, completion of unfinished double-bedroom houses, and allocation of completed units, says Minister
BITS-Pilani to host three-day conference on Advanced Carbon Materials in Hyderabad campus
State Institute for Animal Diseases gets new lab complex, toxin residue analysis unit
Ghee adulteration unpardonable, says Mantralayam pontiff
In a letter to Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, the seer has called for an impartial inquiry to bring those responsible to book
