Kochi Metro services disrupted for an hour after train breaks down
Services disrupted after train developed technical issue in brake system at MG Road station around 8 a.m. Spare train arrived from metros coach-maintenance depot and towed stranded one for repair works
Meta, AMD agree to major AI chips deal
Meta has reached an agreement to purchase millions of powerful AI chips from processor manufacturer AMD
Trump says he has told big tech companies to build their own power plants
Sexual harassment allegations rock Italian cricket, days after mens T20 World Cup debut
The allegations were raised by a women's team player against the nations women's cricket coordinator
PM Modi to address Knesset in Israel today | LIVE
Israels Opposition has said it would boycott PM Modis address to the Israeli Parliament if President of the Supreme Court of Israel, Yitzhak Amit, is not invited as per protocol.
Democratic Representative Al Green was escorted out of the House of Representatives chamber at the start of President Trump's State of the Union address, after he held high a protest sign
Ludhiana University's V-C removed over 'misbehaviour' with Kashmiri students
The private university has also initiated an internal probe into the matter, while the situation is being monitored by local authorities.
Severe floods in southeast Brazil kill at least 25 and force hundreds to evacuate
Brazil's meteorology institute Inmet said in a statement that more rain is forecast for the region, which lies close to hills, valleys and slopes
Bomb threats across courts in West Bengal disrupt judicial work
At least six courts across the State were evacuated and checked, including two courts in Kolkata
Israels Opposition has said it would boycott Mr. Modis address to the Israeli Parliament if President of the Supreme Court of Israel, Yitzhak Amit, is not invited as per protocol
Champions League: Bodo/Glimt knocks out Inter Milan as Newcastle, Atletico reach last 16
Inter, the three-time European champion that is currently 10 points clear at the top of Serie A, was stunned by the Norwegian team, which advanced with a 5-2 aggregate
Shots fired at car of lawyer linked to Lawrence Bishnoi in Delhi, one injured
According to the occupants of the car, three assailants arrived on a motorcycle and opened indiscriminate fire at their vehicle before fleeing the spot
'Jana Nayagan': Vijays final film faces delays
Ever since Vijay announced that Jana Nayagan would be his final film before entering public life, anticipation across Tamil Nadu has surged but the excitement has also been accompanied by growing tension over its release. The film was originally slated for a Sankranti debut, yet the censor certificate failed to arrive on time, forcing the team to pause the release at the last moment. The unexpected delay left fans puzzled, especially since the movie had long completed its shooting and post-production work.
The two tigers, one from Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, will be introduced in PNP; Dy.CM K. Pawan Kalyans appeal for two female tigers was accepted.
DMK launches campaign targeting women voters
One killed, 18 hurt as van with pilgrims overturns near Avadi in Chennai
Justice Department suit accuses UCLA of failing to protect Jewish employees from campus hostility
The Justice Department is suing the University of California over allegations that UCLA failed to protect Jewish employees from antisemitic harassment amid pro-Palestinian protests that roiled the campus in 2023 and 2024
Chennais own supertree gets ready; opens in coming weeks
Chennai Metro security guard arrested for sexually harassing schoolboy
Stones pelted, vehicles vandalised as Panipat refinery workers' protest turns violent
When the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel deployed at the refinery asked the protesters to remain in a designated area, some of them took exception to it and allegedly resorted to stone pelting.
Centre never considered renaming West Bengal, says Mamata after Kerala name change
Emphasising the repeated requests by the State to change the name from West Bengal to Bangla, CM Mamata said that the proposal was passed in the Parliament on three occasions.
France's Macron accepts resignation of Louvre museum chief after jewel theft
Laurence des Cars has faced intense criticism since burglars made off in October with jewels worth an estimated $102 million that are still missing, exposing glaring security gaps at the worlds most-visited museum.
CIA offers tips to potential informants in Iran as Trump considers military action
The CIA is offering help to potential informants in Iran as President Donald Trump mulls possible military action
India must close nutrition gaps by reforming PDS: WHO ex-chief
HC bins Vaikos plea over banning LTTE
Madras HC notice to governor office in Anna univ ghost faculty case
BJP wants 38 seats, AIADMK to offer 25
Bombay High Court reserves order on Rahul Gandhi's plea to quash defamation case
The complaint, filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Mahesh Shrishrimal, pertains to Mr. Gandhis reference to the Prime Minister as Choro Ke Sardar and Commander-in-Thief.
An Israel visit its strategic, economic, regional impact
The Prime Ministers visit will help deepen engagement with Tel Aviv, going far beyond routine diplomacy
Indias trade strategy in a multipolar world
Free trade agreements and trade reforms are key to propelling Indias exports and global presence
Inglorious retreat: On the Supreme Court and cow vigilantism
The Courts failure to uphold its directives on cow vigilantism is shocking
Murder suspect tracked down hours after woman was found dead
Kochi Corporation to issue bonds to mobilise resources for development
A high-power committee led by Corporation secretary to be constituted to coordinate activities related to municipal bond
LDF suspects hidden agenda in Budget to hand over Corporations assets to private players
Apollo Speciality Hospitals perform zoom-assisted endoscopic procedure on 80-year-old woman
The woman underwent successful removal of a 15-cm laterally spreading adenoma in the sigmoid colon through a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure
Rajasthan prohibits felling of khejri trees after 11-day protests
Protest at AI summit: Four more Youth Congress members arrested
A total of eight Youth Congress members of the Congresss youth wing have been arrested for their shirts off protest over the India-U.S. trade deal at the high-security event.
Fishermen to protest proposed inclusion of Loop Road under expansion of Blue Flag Scheme
Many inAyodhyaKuppamvillage are worried over the extension of the Blue Flag beach to more areas in the Marina and the loss of livelihoods due to removal of eateries and other shops
TVK cadre, crane operator arrested for using crane to garland Vijay during Vellore visit
T.N. govt. simplifies registration process for private hospitals
Salary accounts for Central govt. employees will improve saving accounts: Finance Ministry
Poonamallee to Vadapalani metro stretch undergoes second round of inspection
ED grills two in alleged investor fund fraud case
Three arrested for robbing Tahsildar using dating app
Stalin to launch CCTNS 2.0, digital fingerprint collection system on February 26
Shift to preventive healthcare for holistic well-being, says Soumya Swaminathan
Bhumana fumes at Naidu over Christian tag, calls it unacceptable
Hyderabad police issue public advisory on cyber fraud prevention and reporting
14 members of cyber fraud gang arrested in Sathupalli of Khammam district
Radio-tagging reveals Olive Ridleys regularly return to nest on Chennai coast
Turtle named Kayal came back to the same shore thricein a single nesting season and laid a total of 389 eggs; another turtle Megalai returned twice and laid 211 eggs; coastline under strict watch
Idol damaged at Chandrayangutta temple
Russia opens criminal investigation against Telegram app founder Pavel Durov
Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messaging app, said he is facing a Russian criminal investigation on charges of aiding terrorism.
U.S. to offer passport services in West Bank settlement for first time
Tens of thousands of American-Israelis in West Bank
Iran FM says nuclear deal 'within reach' ahead of U.S. talks
We have a historic opportunity to strike an unprecedented agreement that addresses mutual concerns and achieves mutual interests, said Mr. Araghchi, in a post on the social media site X.
Its a difficult thing to know when a player should move on: McLeod
Belgiums head coach sheds light on team environment, keeping up with the times and why the team is so successful at the highest level; the 57-year old New Zealander is a soft-spoken father figure but a firm taskmaster entrusted with the teams fortunes
Vivriti Group creates holding company for next round of growth
AIs positives outweigh human and climate impact: NASSCOM
On worries regarding the climate impact of data centres, NASSCOM said that the improvement in human conditions as an outcome of AI outweighs the adversarial climate impact.
Railway Board puts Vande Bharat Jammu-Srinagar extension on hold: Official
Earlier in the evening, Northern Railways had announced that the Vande Bharat Express would be extended up to Jammu Tawi from Katra, enabling direct connectivity between the twin capital cities of J&K from March 1
VITopia 2026 comes to a close at VIT-A.P. University
Boy injured in stray dog attack in Vijayawada
179 Venezuelan prisoners freed under amnesty law: Parliament
The head of the Parliamentary Commission overseeing the application of the amnesty, added that around 3,000 others, who were out on parole, had also been cleared of all charges.
Imran Khan taken to Islamabad hospital for eye treatment, his party questions secrecy
Mr. Khan was brought to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences [PIMS] at Islamabad for a second dose of anti-VEGF [(Vascular endothelial growth factor] intravitreal injection, says a doctor at the hospital
Zelenskyy says Ukraine unbroken after 4 years, but Russia vows to fight on
Ukrainians are filled with a mix of fatigue at the relentless bombardments and mounting battlefield losses, and determination to resist
Activists resolve to intensify struggle to implement UGC equity rules
Periyar Tiger Reserve to launch Phase III Tiger Monitoring from February 25
As part of this phase, the tiger habitats within Reserve have been divided into grids of two square km each to ensure uniform spatial coverage; in each grid, two camera traps have been installed to capture photographs of passing tigers
O Panneerselvam: A Political Case Study on Loyalty vs. Power in Tamil Nadu Politics
Tamil Nadu politics offers a stark lesson through O Panneerselvam's journey. Loyalty and dependability propelled him, but post-Jayalalithaa, speed and decisive action became paramount. His hesitation to seize opportunities, waiting for fairness, proved politically costly. The arc highlights that goodwill is a start, but only action secures a future, a crucial takeaway for aspiring leaders navigating transitions.
Shrikant Shinde is the youngest leader nominated on Parliamentary Friendship Group
Four MPs from Maharashtra to lead groups
Kogilu demolition: NGOs left to manage food needs of displaced families
Last-minute rush in filing forms for adding names in poll rolls raises questions
The final figure encompassed applications received before the process,which began on October 27, 2025, clarifies CEOArchana Patnaik. It also covered about 5.73lakhapplications received online
Law enforcers in Central zone gear up for upcoming assembly elections
Election cell formed in every district and vested with multiple tasks connected with security and poll-related aspects
Watch: U.S. and Iran moving closer to war? | Explainer
Following strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and a fragile ceasefire, both sides say they are working toward a new understanding. But with U.S. aircraft carriers deployed and Iran signaling military readiness in the Strait of Hormuz, are we heading toward peace or another war?
BJP State president B.Y. Vijayendra has written to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah seeking withdrawal of a circular on restrictions on journalists at the Vidhana Soudha
The Hindu, VIT School of Law to host Justice Unplugged 2026
Will connect aspiring lawyers to judges, senior advocates, policymakers; focus on generative AIs impact on legal practice, the evolution of fundamental rights in the digital age, improving access to justice
Japan to deploy missile systems on island near Taiwan by 2031: Defence Minister
It is the first time Japan has specified the timing of the deployment. The Ministry announced the plan in 2022 to ramp up its air defences on the island, which already hosts a Japanese military base
Amit Shah told me that strongDMK-led alliance will win against dividedAIADMK, says Panneerselvam
He says Mr. Shahs attempts to re-unite theAIADMKfactions before the 2021 Assembly election had failed, as did his efforts in January 2026 to accommodate theAIADMKfactions in theNDA
National Conference seeks return of hydroelectric projects to Jammu and Kashmir
Ruling party introduces resolution in Assembly, reiterating demand that finds place in its manifesto
Childrens Academy Hosts InSync We Care Mental Health Conclave for 120+ Professionals Across Mumbai
DGCA grounds four aircraft of VSR Ventures, a month after Ajit Pawars death in crash
Aviation regulator to introduce safety ranking system for charter operators; directs them to disclose age of aircraft and and pilots experience on website
ABVP activists taken into preventive custody after vandalism at Azim Premji University
We strongly condemn the ruckus and violence that was unleashed on our campus by this external group of people, says the university
VITs fest Riviera 2026 to begin on February 26
Supreme Court closes suo motu case on polluted rivers after five years of near inaction
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant questioned the feasibility of examining the extent of pollution in rivers across the country
Watch: Bihar Assembly erupts as Nitish Kumar hits back at RJD over guns and bullets remark
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lost his composure in the state assembly after opposition MLAs accused his government of ruling with guns and bullets.
NIMS Medicity declared Net Zero Emission campus
Watch: Gold rate rises Rs 400 to Rs 1.63 lakh/10g
Patient care hit at public sector hospitals in Thiruvananthapuram
Eris Lifesciences, Natco Pharma ink pact on Semaglutide
Trumpeting into the ragaas with a Firebird
Four held in Medak, 783 bottles of foreign liquor worth 40 lakh seized
While the Trinamool Congress has blamed the EC for the situation, the BJP leadership has said the development is a reflection of complete politicisation of administration in West Bengal
Anna University files case against its Chancellor at Madras High Court
Justice M. Dhandapani admits the writ petition and orders notices to the chancellor as well as former vice-chancellor R. Velraj
