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Indian Man Held in New Jersey Over Child Assault Charges

In a statement, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) identified the individual as Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli and described him as an un

US: Three including suspect killed in shooting during hockey game

Rhode Island: Three people, including the suspect, were fatally shot during a Rhode Island youth hockey game on Monday, February 16, authorities

It Will Replace All of Us Quite Quickly: Rana Daggubati on AI's Impact on Cinema

Over 600 high-potential startups are participating, many of whom are building globally relevant and population-scale Al solutions already deploye

2 Men Posing As Cops Rob Jewellery Worth Lakhs From Bengaluru House

Two men posing as police officers entered a house and looted cash and gold jewellery worth several lakhs in Bengaluru on Monday.

Cross-voting row: BJP suspends Metpally councillor; cadres attack leader

Hyderabad: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday suspended its 18th ward councillor, Cherlapalli Meena and her husband, Cherlapalli Sukhende

Opposing Vande Mataram No Less Than Treason, Says Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said opposing Vande Mataram and making insulting remarks against national symbols was no l

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey moves motion to expel Rahul Gandhi, citing Parliamentary Precedents

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has moved a motion to expel Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Parliament, alleging Gandhi aims to divide the country. This

Hyderabad student among toppers in JEE Main 2026

Hyderabad: A student from Hyderabad emerged as one of the toppers in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 1 for BE/BTec

Phalguna Amavasya 2026: Rare Surya Grahan coincides on same day Why you must be extra careful and what precautions you should follow

Phalguna Amavasya 2026 India: Phalguna Amavasya, considered highly auspicious for performing rituals to honour ones ancestors, coincides with the

Under Fire At Home, Muhammad Yunus Brings Up China, India's '7 Sisters' In Exit Speech

Bangladesh's outgoing Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus used his farewell address to project defiance abroad, most notably through indirect but provoc

Hillary Clinton Slams Epstein 'Cover-Up,' Calls for Public Testimony

The Justice Department last month released the latest cache of so-called Epstein files -- more than three million documents, photos and videos re

'Nothing To Hide, Totally Exonerated': Trump Again Denies Links To Epstein

US President Donald Trump has again denied any links to Jeffrey Epstein, saying he has othing to hide and has been otally exonerated as new att

Rafale deal, AI, trade on table: French President Emmanuel Macron set to meet PM Modi in Mumbai what's on agenda?

French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron arrived in Mumbai for a three-day visit to strengthen the India-France strategic

AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 2 LIVE Updates: Applied AI And Social Equity Key Themes

India AI Impact Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: The summit at Delhi's Bharat Mandapamwill enter its second day on Tuesday, a day afterPrime Minister Na

Iran military drill around Island in strategic Strait of Hormuz ahead of talks with US

New Mexico approves comprehensive probe of Epsteins Zorro Ranch

The so-called truth commission seeks to identify ranch guests and state officials who may have known what was going on at the 7,600-acre property

Breaking News Live Updates: French President Emmanuel Macron set to meet PM Modi today in boost to India-France defence ties

International Artists Come Together for Art Residency in Mukteshwar

There were first timers, students, professionals, and international award winners among the participants, who got equal opportunity to interact a

From auto driver to Kothagudem civic chief: CPIs Mood Ganesh elected Mayor

Hyderabad: CPI leader Mood Ganesh, who began his working life as an auto driver, was elected Mayor of the Kothagudem Municipal Corporation (KMC)

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 LIVE updates: Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu to present State's interim Budget today

The interim Budget comes ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to be held either in April or May this year

Former NRL premiership winner Matt Utai shot in suspected targeted ambush in Sydney, fighting for life in hospital

Former NRL star Matt Utai is in critical condition after being shot twice outside his Sydney home. Police are investigating the incident as a tar

Donald Trump backs US-Iran talks in Geneva

Washington: American President Donald Trump said he would be involved in those talks indirectly as US and Iranian officials prepare to meet in Ge

Surya Grahan 2026 India Time: When is Annular Solar eclipse today? Check sutak timings, puja Vidhi, do's and don'ts

Surya Grahan Timing: Solar Eclipse is taking place today, February 17, 2026, however, this Solar Eclipse will not be visible in India. This is th

SC upholds quashing of SC/ST Act FIR against Telangana CM Revanth

Hyderabad: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy has received major legal relief after the Supreme Court upheld the Telangana High Courts deci

Indo-U.S. defence partnership continues to grow stronger: U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor

Sergio Gor said the joint efforts of the two countries are key to a safe Indo-Pacific

Move HC on Assam CM's 'hate speech': SC

Rs 108 cr dues case: SC gives interim relief to Hyderabad GITAM University

Hyderabad: GITAM University in Hyderabad has received interim relief from the Supreme Court in a dispute over alleged electricity dues of Rs 108

SC to examine if Data Protection Act blunts RTI Act

'Tehran' Producer Dana Eden Dies Amid Season 4 Shoot in Greece, Investigation Underway

Dana Eden was found lifeless in a hotel room by her brother on Sunday. The case is currently being treated as a suicide based on evidence and tes

Bangladesh Hizbut Tahrir co-founder appointed Cabinet Secretary

In a surprising development, Dr. Nasimul Gani, a known ideologue of Hizbut Tahrir, is set to take on the role of Cabinet Secretary in Bangladesh'

SC: Wangchuk speech 3 minutes, translation 7 minutes, malice in that

Assamese Film 'Adi Shakti' Wins Big at Global Cine Confluence 2026

The film's strong narrative and socially relevant theme resonated with audiences and juries alike, drawing national and international attention t

SC 9-judge bench to revisit definition of 'industry'

French President Macron Arrives in Mumbai for India Visit

They were received at the airport by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

Rahul Gandhi to attend Congress rally on India-US trade deal in Punjab

Chandigarh: The Congress will hold a rally over the issue of the India-US trade deal in Punjab, and it will be attended by Rahul Gandhi, said sen

175 people fall ill after consuming 'contaminated' food in Jharkhand

At least 175 people, predominantly children, fell ill after consuming contaminated food at a Mahashivratri fair in Jharkhand's Palamu district. M

PM Modi to Visit Israel Next Week: Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu described the relationship between the two nations as a tremendous alliance and said the leaders will discuss multiple areas of coopera

Bihar Congress conducts training for its observers amid delay in naming legislature party leader

Addressing the observers, Bihar Congress President Rajesh Ram said that the primary objective of the campaign is to strengthen the Congress Party

Technical breakout in Blue Star suggests fresh bullish leg: Kkunal V. Parar

Nothing to hide: Trump denies Jeffrey Epstein links, says he was totally exonerated

Robert Duvall, 'Tender Mercies' Oscar winner, dies at 95

Veteran actor Robert Duvall has passed away at 95. He was celebrated for his diverse roles, including Colonel Kilgore in Apocalypse Now and Boo R

French President Macron Arrives In Mumbai For AI Summit, Bilateral Talks

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where the two leaders will

At least 175 people, mostly children, fall ill after consuming 'contaminated' food in Jharkhand

The food was allegedly consumed at a fair organised on Mahashivratri; most of the patients were suffering from vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal

Amazon Delivery Deliver Drives Van Into Water Following GPS In Britain

An Amazon delivery van became stuck on the historic Broomway path in Essex after the driver followed GPS instructions into rising tide waters.

67% of work completed onCMRLsphase II stretch fromKoyambeduto Chennai Trade Centre

The stretch is scheduled to open in June this year, with viaduct work likely to be finished before the end of March; it will provide a second tra

Maharashtra forms task force to address climate change and prevent farmers suicides

A 10-member panel comprising eight government officials and two experts held its first meeting on Monday

Stock Market Live Updates February 17: Stock to buy today: Cummins India (4,520.65) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: The short-term outlook is bullish for Cummins India. The rise on Monday marks the end of the brief consolidatio

Morning Digest: Tarique Rahman to be sworn in as Bangladesh PM today; AI Summit draws massive turnout on day one, and more

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Two persons killed, three injured in shooting at hockey arena in US' Rhode Island

A shooting at a Rhode Island hockey arena resulted in two deaths, including a young girl, and three injuries. The gunman died by suicide and repo

Ahead of Russia-Ukraine talks, Trump says Kyiv must negotiate 'fast'

President Trump urged Ukraine to quickly reach a deal with Russia ahead of crucial Geneva talks brokered by the US. Previous US-mediated discussi

Quote of the day by Charles Baudelaire, Always be a poet, even in prose how the 1857 publication of Les Fleurs du mal continues to shape modern creativity in 2026

Quote of the day: Charles Baudelaires quote of the day, Always be a poet, even in prose, shows why his 1857 Les Fleurs du mal still influences wr

Two Pakistani nationals among 3 escape from Observation home in Jammu, investigation underway

Three inmates escaped the Observation Home in R.S. Pura, Jammu, on Monday evening. The escapees include Karajeet Singh and two Pakistani national

Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks

The U.S. President said Iran sought tough negotiations but learned the consequences of such a hardened stance last summer when the U.S. bombed Ir

BNP chairman Tarique Rahman to take oath as Bangladesh PM on Tuesday

Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman will be sworn in as Prime Minister on Tuesday. This marks a new political era after Sheikh H

Morning Brief Podcast: A Climate Leader Working on Indias Most Serious Power Problems

Hyatt executive chairman Thomas Pritzker steps down, cites 'terrible judgment' in Epstein ties

Thomas Pritzker has resigned as executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels. He cited errible judgment for his continued contact with convicted sex offen

French President Macron arrives in India for AI impact summit, talks with PM Modi

French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in India for a three-day visit focused on bolstering artificial intelligence cooperation and strateg

Ireland Opens Probe Into Elon Musk's Grok AI Over Sexualised Images

Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) said on Tuesday it had opened a formal investigation into X's AI chatbot Grok over the processing of p

HomeRun raises Rs 60 Cr in Series A funding led by Sorin Investments

HomeRun is a quick commerce platform for construction and home improvement materials.

Trump warns Iran of 'consequences of not making a deal'

President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran regarding the repercussions of failing to reach an agreement ahead of upcoming talks in Gen

Gold, silver import surge pushes Indias January trade deficit to 3-month high of $34.68 billion

Surging gold and silver imports widened Indias January trade deficit to $34.68 billion. Imports jumped 19% while exports barely grew, with servic

Exclusive | Stuck During COVID, Punjabs Dilpreet Bajwa Is Now Canadas Captain

T20 World Cup: On the verge of his Ranji Trophy call-up, Dilpreet Bajwa left Punjab for Canada. He never returned.

Backlash mounts; Babar, Shaheen Afridi face axe

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Karachi, Feb 16: Pakistan are set to ring in sweeping changes for their must-win T20 World Cup clash against Namibia, with

Hesson Hails Fearless Kishan

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Colombo, Feb 16: Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson said fearless Ishan Kishans marauding fifty was the difference between hi

Is India-Pak Rivalry Losing Its Edge?

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Karachi, Feb 16: With every one-sided India-Pakistan clash invariably dominated by India, the commercial value of this onc

With Super Eights in sight, New Zealand face Canada

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts 11 am Chennai, Feb 16: New Zealand will look to address the frailties exposed by South Africa and reaffirm th

Scotlands Super Eight bid rests on Nepal test

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match starts 7 Pm Mumbai, Feb 16: Scotlands fate hinges on the outcome of another Group C clash but the Richie Berrington-

State kickboxers bag 23 medals at intl tourney

By Our Reporter Shillong, Feb 16: The Meghalaya State Kickboxing Association (MSKA) delivered an impressive performance at the 5th India Open Int

State duo shines with bronze in Cambodia

By Our Reporter Shillong, Feb 16: Meghalayas rising combat sports talents Rishanskhem P Lipon and Damangpura L Mawlong brought laurels to the cou

A little-known federal tax could shrink your Social Security checks in 2026 heres how to prepare

Nearly 50% of retirees already pay federal income tax on Social Security benefits. That share is rising in 2026. The Social Security tax threshol

India, Britain can become worlds best places for AI adoption: UK minister

LONDON, Feb 16 : The big artificial intelligence laboratories may be found in the US and China, but India and Britain can become the best places

Ol Chiki script powerful symbol of Santhali identity that must be preserved: President Murmu

NEW DELHI, Feb 16: Describing the Ol Chiki script as a powerful symbol of the Santhali identity, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said efforts

Tele-Robotics adds new dimension to healthcare with AI value addition: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 16: Showcasing Indias growing strength in Artificial Intelligence-enabled healthcare and frontier science,

JU Academic Council takes major initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 16: The Academic Council of the University of Jammu, which met today under the chairmanship of Vice-Chancellor

SMVDIME-ESIC Collaboration A Transformative Opportunity for Medical Education in J&K

Dr Umang Jamwal secretary.ida.jammu@gmail.com The establishment of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) at Katra

CS takes serious note of pending disaster relief claims

* Mega Youth Engagement drive to engage 80,000 students Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 16: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today underscored the

Adv Abhinav Sharma, MLA Bhaderwah call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 16: Adv. Abhinav Sharma, former President J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu and senior BJP Leader called o

Tarun Chugh, Sat Sharma lead JK BJP at North Zone workshop

Excelsior Correspondent CHANDIGARH, Feb 16: Senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party from Jammu & Kashmir actively participated in the North

Shelton rallies from set down to claim Dallas Open title

Ben Shelton beats Taylor Fritz in meeting of worlds highest-ranked American men FRISCO (USA), Feb 16: Ben Shelton saved three match points before

Carlos Alcaraz says he still has weaknesses ahead of return

DOHA, Feb 16: World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz said he is still ironing out weaknesses in his game even after capturing all four Grand Slam titles by t

Municipal Polls: Cong Appoints Observers

MP R. Raghuram Reddy and MLAs N. Rajender Reddy and K.R. Nagaraju have been appointed for the contentious Thorrur civic body. Government Whip Bee

Largest field all set for 4th leg of WPG Tour

PUNE, Feb 16: The largest field in the Hero Womens Pro Golf Tour will gather this week for the fourth leg of the Tour at Poona Club Golf Course h

Cerundolo wins Argentina Open title

BUENOS AIRES, Feb 16: Top seed and local favorite Francisco Cerundolo secured his fourth ATP title with a 6-4, 6-2 win over Italys Luciano Darder

Hindus Celebrate Mahashivratri at Brahmrishi Aashram Holland

Krimpen, Netherlands In spite of heavy snowfall and rains, Hindus in large numbers gathered at Brahmrishi Aashram to celebrate the holy night of

Tyler Reddick, celebrates a win during the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race

Tyler Reddick, celebrates a win during the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race on Sunday. (PTI)

Macron India visit: PM Modi to host French president in Mumbai today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosts French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai. The leaders will enhance defence, trade, and technology cooperatio

Lone female on grid, Atiqa Mir punches above weight after big move up the WSK ladder

SARNO (Italy), Feb 16: Having made a voluntary switch from the mini to a much more demanding junior category, 11-year-old Indian racing prodigy A

Rijiju displays paddling skills as kayaking championship ends in picturesque Tawang

TAWANG, Feb 16: A six-day kayaking tournament concluded on the fast-flowing Tawangchu River near the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh, whe

Media, including TOI, leading climate-health coverage: Lancet

Religious Fervour Marks Rathotsavam At Srikalahasti

The processional deities of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were brought in a ceremonial procession from the Alankara Mandapam to the chariots sta