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AI Impact Summit 2026 boosts Indias artificial ambitions on global stage

India hosted the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from February 16 to 20, securing USD 200 billion in AI investment commitments. The summit foc

ED Director arrives in Chennai, to review pending money laundering cases in T.N.

Rahul Navins visit comes days after the Madras High Court directed the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption to register a case on the com

Biggest cover-up: Report flags missing Trump documents in Epstein files

Washington: Several documents from the Department of Justices (DOJ) release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, including FBI interview memos related t

CBI conducts searches at office and residence of Anil Ambani; files fresh cases over 2,220 crore bank fraud

CBI said in a statement that it has registered a second case against Reliance Communications based on a complaint from Bank of Baroda for cheatin

Watch: Epstein files: Priyanka Gandhi: Our government does not seem to have any moral accountability

MGNREGS: CAG finds fall in demand for work, person days of employment generated in Kerala

Demand for work declined by 13.77% during the 2020-21 to 2023-24 period. As a result, the person days of employment generated came down by 6%. Wo

Warangal district court in Telangana receives hoax bomb threat

Hyderabad: In yet another case of a bomb threat that turned out to be a hoax, the Warangal District Court Complex was evacuated on Thursday, Febr

Israel has killed two-thirds of all jounalists globally in 2025: CPJ

New York: Israeli military actions accounted for nearly two-thirds of journalists and media workers killed worldwide in 2025, according to a repo

Holiday in Kumbakonam on March 2

Coonoor Consumer Protection Association opposes proposed hike in delivery charges for LPG cylinders in The Nilgiris

Farmers concerned over increasing salinity of groundwater

Aviation Watchdog DGCA To Hire 38 Consultants

Applications for consultants have been sought through a public notice.

Bridge between Nerur and Unniyur across the Cauvery inaugurated

All these years, people in the surrounding villages had to travel 30 km to cross the river; work on the 101.37-crore project was launched in Febr

National Science Day to be celebrated at RAC, Ooty

Over 2,000 immigrants verified in special drive against illegal stay in Bengaluru

Officials said information had been received about some migrants from Nigeria and Bangladesh allegedly residing in the city without proper author

Ajit Pawar plane crash: CID probes sabotage, criminal negligence angle

Addressing a press conference, Sunil Ramanand, Additional Director General (CID), said the investigation is being carried out in a thorough and p

Sensex Slips 27 Pts Amid Caution Ahead of US-Iran Nuclear Talks

Investors remained cautious amid the proposed US-Iran nuclear talks, AI-related developments and tariff concerns

No fee for air ticket changes within 48 hours: DGCA

The DGCA said that airlines must not levy additional charges for correcting the name of the same passenger if the mistake is reported within 24 h

F1's New Era Demands A New Driving Style As 'Big Four' Seek Opening Victory in Australian GP

Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, the two most successful drivers on the grid, were critical in testing of cars whose electrical hybrid systems

'Shirtless protest': Delhi police returns with 3 accused after Shimla standoff

After a tense 24-hour standoff with Himachal Pradesh Police in Shimla, Delhi Police transported three Youth Congress workers to the national capi

World Economic Forum CEO Borge Brende Quits Amid Probe Over Epstein Ties

The CEO of the World Economic Forum, Borge Brende, said on Thursday that he was stepping down after an investigation was launched into his relati

Cash-for-jobs scam in K.N. Nehrus dept.: AIADMK MP files contempt plea against DVAC

Rajya Sabha member I.S. Inbadurai urges the court to punish IPS officer A.T. Durai Kumar holding the post of Director of V&AC (in-charge)

Indian Techie Returns From US After Quitting Toxic Job, Says He Still Misses American Lifestyle

After moving to the US in 2022 on an H-1B visa, the techie joined a boutique startup where he faced regular humiliation and verbal demeaning from

ICC T20 World CUP LIVE: India seeks quick turnaround against Zimbabwe after South Africa defeat

Placed low in the Net Run Rate sweepstakes, India needs its batting and bowling arms to be in sync

'Tim Walz knew all along!': Nick Shirley drops Minnesota Somali fraud bombshell at House hearing

World Economic Forum CEO quits after Epstein ties scrutinised

Borge Brende, WEF president and CEO since 2017, is stepping down following disclosures of his meetings and communications with Jeffrey Epstein. A

Short-form video impact: How scrolling affects attention span & well-being

Short videos are impacting attention and emotions. A large study shows excessive scrolling links to reduced focus and increased stress. The brain

Development Needs Oxygen Of Peace: CM Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, Feb 26: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said peace is crucial to development, asserting that places in the U

PM sacrificing farmers over U.S. trade deal: Rahul Gandhi

At a farmers convention, the senior Congress leader promises MSP, storage and solutions to man-animal conflict for people in Kerala ahead of Asse

Ramzan 2026: 4 new players enter Hyderabads Haleem scene

Long queues outside Pista House, Hotel City Diamond, Shah Ghouse and other popular names are a common sight in Hyderabad during Ramzan. Everyone

CJI Surya Kant To Order Deep-probe Into Supreme Court Registry Functioning

The Chief Justice of India said he was stunned to learn that a plea, after being declined by a three-judge bench, was subsequently listed before

This is India, not North Korea: Rahul slams PM over action against Youth Congress members

In today's India, under the rule of a compromised PM, peaceful protest has been turned into the biggest crime. The world's largest democracy is b

Gauhati High Court seeks explaination from Assam CM over hate speeches

Following a string of petitions filed against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for his repeated hate speeches against the Muslim communit

Daily quiz | On Victor Hugo

Noted writer Victor Hugo was born on February 26, 1802. Here is a quiz on the key French romantic writer, his life and works

Assault on Veena George: Rajmohan Unnithan dares CM to order judicial probe

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married; check the date and venue details

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are set to marry on June 13, 2026, at The Ocean House in Rhode Island. The highly anticipated celebrity wedding wil

Modi pays tribute at Holocaust memorial Yad Vashem; receives Knesset medal

2018 Kachanatham caste murders in Tamil Nadu: a revisit

Three Scheduled Caste villagers in a Tamil Nadu village were hacked to death during brutal attacks unleashed by an armed gang of caste Hindus in

IndiaIsrael bilateral talks and agreement signing | ModiNetanyahu | LIVE

Mbappe Doubtful As Real Madrid Aims To Bounce Back From Shock La Liga Loss

Barcelona, meanwhile, has a tough game against Villarreal this weekend just days before it will try to conjure up a huge comeback and keep its Co

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

Modi and Netanyahu power up India-Israel ties in defense, UPI, energy, and space

India and Israel have deepened their strategic partnership as Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Benjamin Netanyahu unveiled a slate of new initia

Heavy metal water pollution affects marine life | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

SC bans NCERT class 8 book over chapter on corruption in judiciary, says gunshot fired to bleed institution

The Supreme Court has banned the NCERT Class 8 social science book. The book contained content deemed offensive regarding corruption in the judic

Young YouTuber ends life in Manikonda

'Hugged a criminal': Mehbooba Mufti criticises Modi-Netanyahu bonhomie as Gaza conflict goes on

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

Whats pickleball, and why is it so popular today?

Ever wondered why this game, which began way back in the 1960s, has suddenly become a lot more popular among your social circles?

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

Quote of the day by Yoko Ono: A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together

Quote of the day: Yoko Onos message encourages communities to dream not in isolation but in solidarity, transforming aspiration into action throu

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

Baramati plane crash probe to determine sabotage or criminal negligence: CID

The Maharashtra CID is investigating the Baramati plane crash that killed Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. The probe aims to det

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

7 high-protein foods for women over 30

As women cross the age of 30, maintaining muscle mass, bone density, and hormonal balance becomes a top priority. Protein is the essential buildi

Railways To Engage Start-ups For Innovative Solutions, Digitise Railway Claims Tribunal: Vaishnaw

The minister highlighted four features of the scheme - single-stage detailed submission of proposals by the innovator, scale-up grant increased m

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

SC seeks state`s reply on bail plea of minors father in Pune Porsche crash

A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan issued a notice to the state government after the minor`s father challenged an earlier order o

5 Common AC Buying Mistakes to Avoid This Summer (2026 Guide)

Hitachi, LG, and Samsung offer a wide range of ACs, but choosing the wrong model can cost you in comfort and efficiency.   Make buying your

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

2020 Delhi riots: Court acquits three accused of rioting, arson

A Delhi court acquitted three individuals accused of rioting and arson during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. The judge stated the prosecution fa

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

PM Modi meets Israeli President Herzog, explores boost to India-Israel cooperation

During his visit to Jerusalem, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Israeli President Isaac Herzog focused on expanding cooperation in ed

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

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: DMK in no mood to give into Congress demand for more seats

It is not possible to accommodate their demand as we have to distribute seats to new allies, a senior DMK leader told The Hindu on Thursday

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

ED cracks down on NDPS-linked money laundering in Goa

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable properties worth Rs 7.17 crore in Goa in a money laundering case linked to narcotics traf

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

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

Malegaon namaz row: FIR registered after prayers offered inside civic office

The incident took place during a protest by residents over alleged unresolved electricity supply issues in one of Malegaons wards. The demonstrat

Samsung plans to take AI to entry-price smartphones, expand portfolio of Galaxy A series in India

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA (US), Feb 26: Leading consumer electronics maker Samsung will democratise Artificial Intelligence technology for its sm

Gaining weight after 30? The doctor says it is preventable: Here's what actually changes with age

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