Amit Shah chairs meeting to assess development projects in Jammu & Kashmir
President Murmu emphasises on making digital financial literacy part of school curriculum
Indias fintech story should be remembered not only as a tale of technology, but also as one of gender justice, she said
Fire breaks out at Telangana Forensic Lab in Nampally, no casualties reported
Explained: What the end of the New START treaty means for the world
For the first time in decades, the world has entered a moment with no binding limits on the two largest nuclear arsenals on the planet. The New START treaty between the United States and Russia has expired, ending the last remaining agreement that capped strategic nuclear weapons and allowed for mutual inspections and transparency. What replaces it, if anything, remains unclear. In this explainer, we break down what the end of New START really means, why this treaty mattered far beyond Washington and Moscow, and how its expiry could reshape global nuclear stability at a time of rising geopolitical tensions. From arms control and deterrence to missile defence and great power rivalry, the consequences extend well beyond the two countries involved. This is not about speculation or panic, but about understanding what changes when long-standing guardrails disappear, and why the rest of the world is watching closely.
BJP names Ritu Tawde as Mumbai Mayor candidate, Shiv Sena picks Sanjay Ghadi for deputy post
Sanjay Ghadi will serve for 15 months; with this, the Shiv Sena intends to give an opportunity to four of its corporators
Reliance Consumer acquires majority stake in Australias Goodness Group Global
Under the agreement, RCPL will help promote Goodness Groups healthy beverages brands such as Nexba and PACE
WHO confirms one Nipah virus death in Bangladesh, weeks after two cases in West Bengal
The WHO said that the risk of international disease spread is considered low and that it does not recommend any travel or trade restrictions based on current information
Anthropics more than $20 billion funding to close as soon as next week: Report
Anthropic is ironing out the final details on a funding round likely to raise more than $20 billion and slated to close as soon as next week, Bloomberg News reported
Senior IPS officer booked by Delhi police for illegal raids, confinement and extortion
According to the FIR, the senior IPS officer conducted several unauthorised raids, unlawfully detained a foreign national and attempted to extort 55 lakh rupees between November 26 and November 29
Bird Flu Alert In Tamil Nadu: Statewide Alert Issued After Crow Deaths; Public Urged Caution
Amid reports of large-scale crow deaths and growing fears over a possible outbreak of avian influenza, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries has issued a comprehensive advisory.
PCB to consult government on Sri Lankas request to reconsider India match boycott: sources
Pakistan government has allowed the PCB to send the national team to the T20 World Cup but stopped it from playing against India
PM Modi's visit to Tamil Nadu rescheduled to March 1: Nainar Nagenthran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Madurai has been rescheduled to March 1, with Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran announcing that several parties are expected to join the NDA. Modi will address a rally near the Madurai airport and may visit the Tirupparankundram Murugan temple. Nagenthran also commented on actor Vijay's political party.
Pappu Yadav's health deteriorates after arrest, shifted to Patna hospital
After police arrived to take him into custody at his Patna residence, Mr. Yadav expressed fear about his safety
Former Byndoor MLA B. Appanna Hegde passes away
He had served as president of the managing committee of Kolluru Mookambika temple and Basruru Mahalingeshwara temple
T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan opts to field against the Netherlands
Pakistan captain Salman said his team would want to use the fresh pitch first and take advantage of the moisture if any
Kochi Corporations Talk with Mayor likely to be single session; Mayor, Deputy to hold joint meetings
The change has been suggested for logistical reasons
T20 World Cup 2026: Jasprit Bumrah doubtful for opening match against USA
Indian team management is in no mood to take any risk with its most important fast bowler at the very start of a long campaign
Pentagon to cut academic ties with Harvard, end military education programs
The Pentagon said the severance of ties would begin in the 2026-2027 school year, with military personnel attending classes able to finish their studies
2026 Winter Olympics: Some athletes skip Milan's opening ceremony and march in the mountains
While signs bearing the names of Greece, Albania, Andorra, Saudi Arabia and Argentina were carried into the home of Serie A soccer titans AC Milan and Inter Milan, there were no athletes from those places around
U.S. to remove additional 25% duty on Indian goods from February 7
According to an executive order issued by the White House, India has also committed to a framework with the U.S. to expand defence cooperation over the next 10 years
Pricier iPhones? Global memory chip crunch puts spotlight on Apple
There are different levers that we can push, and who knows how successful theyll be, but theres just a range of options, Tim Cook said
Will aim to deepen defence, economic ties with Malaysia, says PM Modi
The historic ties between India and Malaysia have seen steadfast progress in recent years, Mr. Modi said in a departure statement
Won't apologise, Trump says after his racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash
Donald Trump's February 5 night post was blamed on a staffer after widespread backlash, from civil rights leaders to veteran Republican senators, for its treatment of the nation's first Black President and first lady
Security concerns and skepticism are bursting the bubble of Moltbook, the viral AI social forum
Moltbook, a so-called social network built exclusively for AI agents, has generated buzz in the technology world and posts from the platform have set the internet ablaze with conversations about autonomous artificial intelligence
Godavari phase 2&3pipes to be numbered, geo-tagged,monitoredvia app
The project initiated in September last year by Chief Minster A. Revanth Reddy, in addition to supplying drinking water, will be used in the rejuvenation of the Musi and filling up the Osmansagar and Himayatsagar reservoirs
The Prime Minister said India and the United States share a commitment to promoting innovation and this framework will further deepen investment and technology partnerships between us
Textile policy focuses on weaving, processing and technical textiles
Trump says U.S. talks with Iran very good, more negotiations expected
Iran expected to hold more negotiations with the United States, hailing a positive atmosphere during a day of talks in the Gulf sultanate
Former U.S. VP Harris slams cover up after Trump deletes racist post
Donald Trump shared a social media post with a video, insulting the Obamas with a racist trope that caused outrage across the U.S. political spectrum
Navjot Kaur Sidhu expelled from Congress, days after she quit party
Navjot Kaur Sidhu, wife of senior Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu, countered by launching a sharp attack, in an apparent dig at party leader Rahul Gandhi
Highlights of India-U.S. interim trade framework
United States and India agree on a framework for an interim reciprocal trade agreement
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
U.S. accuses China of secret nuclear explosive tests
U.S. President Donald Trump had already hinted at similar accusations late last year, but without providing the same level of detail
A panchayat dream and a daughters murder
On January 29, a girls body was found in the Nizam Sagar distributary canal in Telanganas Nizamabad. The police say the girls father killed her, his firstborn, so that his wife could contest the panchayat election. Under Maharashtras rules, candidates with more than two children cannot contest local elections and the couple had three. Marri Ramu travels to Nizamabad and Nanded to trace the sequence of the tragedy
White House releases Joint Statement on India-U.S. interim trade deal
India will eliminate or reduce tariffs on all U.S. industrial goods and a wide range of U.S. food and agricultural products, including dried distillers grains (DDGs), red sorghum for animal feed, tree nuts, fresh and processed fruit, soybean oil, wine and spirits, and additional products, the statement said
VOC Port signs pact with IRFC, Sagarmala Finance for Rs 15k cr Outer Harbour project
Mitsubishi Electric opens Rs 2,100-crore Chennai AC plant, eyes double-digit CAGR
Focus laid on integrating traditional architecture with modern practices at India Stonemart
Rajasthans stone and architecture were recognised worldwide because of their distinct qualities, Deputy CM Diya Kumari said
Panaiyur residents unhappy as politician traffic disturbs areas serenity
Trump signs order threatening tariffs on nations doing business with Iran
The order comes as tensions between Iran and the U.S. continue to simmer even as the two countries engaged in talks
Congress decision to go solo wont impact Left Fronts prospect in WB Assembly polls: Md Salim
The Congress party on February 5, 2026, announced that it will contest independently in all the 294 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal, ending speculation of any electoral understanding with the Left Front in the polls due in next few months
TN universities unlikely to get new VCs before June due to election
Fallout Season 2 review: Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins strike a glorious gory path to truth
Striking production and sound design, audacious action, mean monsters and standout performances mark the sophomore sprawl
The Strangers: Chapter 3 movie review: About time to put this killer to pasture
All the back and forth, mincing machines, cleavers, dank basements, creep chords, jump scares and gore do not translate into even halfway decent thrills
Nitu, Preeti, Jadumani storm into semis as India confirm 19 medals in Spain
The Indian womens team, under the guidance of new head coach Santiago Nieva, has confirmed 12 medals, while the seven male boxers progressed to the semifinals
Resignation means forfeiture of past service, pension benefits, says HC
Modis Madurai visit postponed to March 1, may visit Thiruparankundram temple
Iran army reports fire at Tehran barracks, says blaze contained, no injuries
Iranian Army blamed an electrical fault for the fire
T20 World Cup | Playing on home soil brings a lot of motivation and responsibility: Suryakumar
The India captain also hinted that Kishan, who opened the innings during Wednesdays warm-up match against South Africa, is likely to continue at the top of the order alongside Abhishek
Parties step up attack on Vijay after HC order upholding penalty
IIT-Madras Research Park, Unicorn Ventures launch 600-crore deep tech fund
DMK and AIADMK spar over poll promises
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav arrested in 1995 forgery case after late-night drama
High drama unfolded at Pappu Yadavs house in Mandiri locality when a police team arrived to execute a warrant issued by an MP/MLA court in the case registered under section 467 (forgery of documents) of the Indian Penal Code
Amit Shah calls for hi-tech solutions to secure J&K border amid UAV threat
Emerging challenges driven by advanced technology must be countered with equally advanced technological solutions. The challenges faced some years ago are completely different from those faced today, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah
India trashes Pakistan's allegations of Indian link to Islamabad bombing
It is unfortunate that, instead of seriously addressing the problems plaguing its social fabric, Pakistan should choose to delude itself by blaming others for its home-grown ills, the Ministry of External Affairs said
Timely police action couldve saved his life, say Kamals kin
Tripura council poll: no alliance call yet by BJP, ally IPFT keen on tie-up
Move comes close on the heels of a statement by CM Manik Saha, who hinted at independently contesting the election to the tribal district council
DUs fee revenue jumps from 195 cr. to 292 cr.
Focus on inclusive growth: Omar tables 1.27-lakh-cr. budget
Opposition parties expressed their unhappiness over the budget and said it offers no healing or hope
Delhi court upholds criminal charges against Alka Lamba
Iran rules out U.S. demand to end uranium enrichment during Oman talks, diplomat says
Irans missile capabilities were not discussed during the talks, said a regional diplomat, briefed by Tehran
Bystanders cannot be picked up as part of mob: Delhi HC on Turkman Gate violence
Hop-on, hop-off the state of climate governance
There is an illusion of progress in climate negotiations, with more process and less action
The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point
The economic deal opens up avenues for India and the EU to stabilise the international order
CM congratulates Indian team on U-19 ICC World Cup win
Statewide firefighting training programme for security guards to be held on Monday
Delay in land acquisition stalls work on Orathur reservoir for three years
Only 68% of the work has been completed; the 55.84-crore project that was initiated in 2020 to mitigate flood risk in southern suburbs and augment water supply has run into legal hurdles
State government allocates 51.92 crore for proposed bronze museum at Egmore
ALERT Being awards presented in Coimbatore
Two employees of software firm arrested for swindling off 29 lakh
50 lakh bought FASTag Annual Pass; 50% rise in short trips
Over 50 lakh highway car users have embraced the FASTag Annual Pass in six months, facilitating 26.5 crore toll payments. This scheme has spurred a 50% surge in trips for frequent travelers, with 28% of car transactions now utilizing the pass. Chandigarh, Tamil Nadu, and Delhi lead in adoption, paving the way for barrier-less toll collection.
Change of phase: opportunity knocks for Indias young hockey talent
The mens team needs an injection of fresh blood in the run-up to the 2028 Olympics. The packed calendar in 2026 may prove a blessing in disguise head coach Craig Fulton can use it as a base to experiment, giving lesser-known faces exposure, and trigger a smooth transition
Chennai Corporation conducts training programme for desilting stormwater drains
T20 World Cup | Indias top-order is explosive
CUMTA writes to AAI over shifting cargo terminal to rear side of Chennai airport
The plan aims to reduce traffic congestion in the city by re-routing cargo movement by creating an exclusive corridor for cargo connectivity
Cant have any excuses in India; important to score runs whenever you bat: Devdutt Padikkal
Padikkal has made heaps of runs in domestic cricket, but has just four international caps to show for his efforts. Yet, his drive to excel is unaffected. In this conversation, the 25-year-old talks about his batting evolution, the challenges of adapting to three formats, up-skilling in a cramped calendar, dealing with the competition for places, and his near- and long-term goals
Medical oncologist gets MASCC scholarship
Nellore District Science Centre curator bags award for promoting education in rural areas
T20 World Cup | I want to make my uncle Dennis Lillee proud: Italy pacer Thomas Draca
NSG conducts jungle hostage rescue drill in Visakhapatnam
Man dies, two injured when car rams RTC bus at Simhachalam
3 convicted in Hampi gang rape and murder case
Bank managers alert stops 50-lakh digital arrest scam
Retired nurse narrowly escapes cyber fraud as criminals posing as officials threaten arrest; police urge public to stay vigilant
Book launch directed against CPI(M): Ragesh
Engineers should evince interest in defence research, says NITI Aayog member
The Centre has significantly increased the allocation for defence sector to ensure that Indias defence capabilities remain globally competitive, says Saraswat
Raise public issues in Assembly, not on roads: Speaker
Ayyanna Patrudu favours no work, no wage rule for MLAs, reflects on present day politics at literary event
Record win: India seal sixth Under-19 World Cup title
In a format as unpredictable as T20, fortune could outweigh familiarity: Netravalkar
