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Israeli strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley kill at least 10, including senior Hezbollah leader

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Vinod Khosla on Why most Indians wont Care for Jobs by 2024

Chidambaram slams Trumps tariff tactics, questions Indias trade gains

New Delhi: Congress leader P Chidambaram on Saturday, February 21, accused US President Donald Trump of indulging in the weaponisation of tariffs

Jameela Nishats Flying Embers, a Book of Urdu Poems

Jameela Nishat gives us a profound gift a set of poems that are evocative, poignant, provocative and insightful.

Five police personnel die in head-on collision between their vehicle and truck in Odisha

Uttarakhand CM approves action against ineligible beneficiaries drawing dual pensions

The direction came on February 21, 2026 after a recent data analysis by the CAG related to government pensions in Uttarakhand uncovered alleged i

Word of the day: Irascible

Irascible defines a person prone to quick anger and irritation. This temperament flares up rapidly, often at minor issues. The word highlights se

Series of fires across Hyderabad in 2026 renew questions on safety

Hyderabad: The city has witnessed a string of fire-related accidents in early 2026, including incidents at government facilities, commercial buil

Bangladesh Parliaments first session likely in early March: BNP

Dhaka: The first session of the newly elected 13th Parliament of Bangladesh is expected to commence in the second week of March, a top official o

US court's move on tariffs could reshape policy landscape, alter trajectory of uncertainty: SBI Research

SBI Research said a US court ruling invalidating the tariff structure could reshape global policy and reduce uncertainty, but create a complex in

US Strikes On Iran Could Target Leaders, Seek Regime Change: Report

The military options are the latest signs that the United States is preparing for a serious conflict with Iran should diplomatic efforts fail.

Australian warship transits Taiwan Strait, tracked by China's Navy

In addition to claiming sovereignty over democratically governed Taiwan, Beijing views the narrow, highly strategic strait as Chinese territorial

PM Modi to Inaugurate Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train

The inauguration forms part of the Centre's push to expand regional rapid transit systems aimed at reducing travel time, easing congestion and pr

Uttar Pradesh: Man gets lifer for raping mother in Bareilly

Bareilly: A court here on Saturday, February 21, sentenced a man to life imprisonment after he was convicted of raping his mother. Additional Dis

Trump says he is sending a hospital ship to Greenland

US President Donald Trump said he is working with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry to send a hospital ship to Greenland, claiming it would help sic

Nagarkurnool: Infant dies after alleged caste discrimination turns violent

Hyderabad: A two-month-old infant died following an alleged caste-based assault and abuse during the Kummera Mallanna Jathara in Nagar Kurnool ma

Roses are out of bouquets as grasses, filler flowers and imperfect blooms move to top of bunch

Actor Jeremy Allen White's public affinity for flowers has highlighted a growing trend in floral appreciation. Post-pandemic, people are embracin

Kamal, Rajini unite: beyond fandom rivalries, a friendship that endures

Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan reunite in a film after 47 years, thrilling Tamil cinema fans.

Brings Shame: Akhilesh Yadav Slams Congress' Shirtless Protest At AI Summit

Youth Congress workers on Friday carried out a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Odisha: 5 school teachers held for raping 13-year-old student

Kendrapara: A total of five teachers of a private school were arrested on Saturday, February 21, for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl in Odish

Ukraine explosions kill policewoman, wound 15 in terror attack

The blasts occurred shortly after police responded to a report of a break-in at a shop in the city centre around 12:30 a.m. (2230 GMT Saturday),

Shikhar Dhawan Marries Sophie Shine in Private Ceremony

The celebration was attended by close family members and a small circle of friends

BJP's Sunil Sharma says no mention of special status in constitution, NC selling false dreams to people of Kashmir

BJP leader Sunil Sharma has accused the National Conference of misleading the people of Kashmir. He stated that promises to restore Article 370 a

President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump host state governors in East Room of White House

Hundreds march in Lyon to protest far-right activist's killing as Macron urges calm

French President Emmanuel Macron called for calm ahead of the tribute to Quentin Deranque, 23, who died of brain injuries in a hospital last week

SIR: Gujarat records deletion of over 68 lakh voters, Lakshadweep lowest at 206

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday released snapshots of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, showing that G

Pakistan Strikes 7 'Terrorist' Camps Along Afghan Border, Killing 'Dozens'

Pakistan Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, in a post on X, confirmed the attack, citing three attacks since the start of Ramadan last week.

Political Drama 'Yellow Letters' Wins Berlin's Golden Bear

Catak's film tells the story of a Turkish director and his actor wife, suddenly barred from working because of their political opinions

Trump raises new global tariff from 10 per cent to 15 per cent

New York: US President Donald Trump said that he will raise the new global tariff to 15 per cent, one day after he announced a 10 per cent worldw

JPMorgan concedes it closed Trumps accounts after Jan 6 attack

New York: JPMorgan Chase acknowledged for the first time that it closed the bank accounts of President Donald Trump and several of his businesses

Trumps treasured negotiating edge dulled By tariff defeat

The Supreme Court has struck down President Trump's global tariffs. This decision significantly limits his ability to use tariffs as a tool for l

US East Coast Braces for Another Massive Snowstorm

Flooding is also forecast along the coastlines of northeastern and mid-Atlantic states such as Delaware and New Jersey

Nearly 20,000 LOGiiX power banks recalled across Canada over fire hazard, Health Canada reports four incidents

Thousands of portable power banks are being recalled across Canada. Federal safety officials have identified a fire risk with LOGiiX Piston Power

Prisons dept denies claims of terror-linked mulakats at Hyderabad Central Prison

Hyderabad: The Telangana Prisons Department has dismissed as factually incorrect and baseless allegations aired on television news scrolls claimi

Adobes mission to empower creators; Women redefining entrepreneurship

Shantanu Narayen, CEO of Adode, positions AI as a technology that removes barriers to expression and creativity. Meanwhile, across India, women a

Put US trade deal on hold, renegotiate, Cong tells govt

Willie Coln, Architect of Urban Salsa Music, Dies at 75

Over his decades-long career, the trombonist, composer, arranger and singer produced more than 40 albums that sold more than 30 million copies wo

Hyderabad: Liquor party inside graveyard sparks outrage in Mangalhat

Hyderabad: Tension gripped Indira Nagar, Sitarambagh under the Mangalhat area in Hyderabad after a group of youths was allegedly found consuming

Breaking news live updates: Afghanistan says 'dozens' killed and wounded by Pakistan strikes

Morning Digest: Trump raises U.S. global tariff rate from 10% to 15%; Nearly 8% of voters removed from final electoral lists across 9 States and U.T.s in SIR second phase, and more

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India May Not Play T20 World Cup Semi-Final In Mumbai. It Depends On Pak

While India are scheduled to play a potential T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final in Mumbai, this could change due to one major reason.

Five school teachers held in Odisha for 'raping' 13-year-old girl

The arrests were made after the father of the class 7 student and the district child welfare committee lodged separate complaints at the Rajkanik

All about Duvall

Whether he played soldiers, cowboys, lawyers or men coming apart at the seams, Duvall brought empathy to the roles not sentimentality

Palaniswami assures people of bringing back hawala money stashed abroad in the event of victory

Palaniswami alleged that the ruling DMK had appropriated all the additional revenue earned by the State government and the hawala money had been

Gujarat govt to make parents consent mandatory for marriage registration

The Gujarat government on Friday, February 20, announced it plans to amend rules framed under the Gujarat Registration of Marriages Act, making p

Austria Avalanches Kill Two: Police

Experts had urged skiers to avoid off-piste slopes after five people -- four in Tyrol and one in Vorarlberg -- were killed Friday in avalanches t

NTA Announces JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Correction Window From February 27

The National Testing Agency has opened a two-day correction window for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 applicants to amend personal and academic details

US probes Netflixs power over filmmakers in Warner Deal review

The US Justice Department is investigating Netflix's massive acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Regulators are examining if Netflix uses its

'Fast-moving, life-threatening...': Governor warns dangerous winter storm heading toward New York

Comparing separation of powers jurisprudence between India and U.S. based on recent SCOTUS ruling

The International Emergency Economic Powers Acts half-century of existence has never witnessed the national emergency law being used by the Execu

Pakistan Strikes Religious Seminary in Afghanistan's Paktika

The Pakistani jets also conducted multiple airstrikes in Khogyani district of Nangarhar province, according to Tolo News

White House makeover: Inside details of Donald Trump's new proposed East Wing Ballroom

To accommodate the massive size of the proposed East Wing, the main pathway around the South Lawn has been altered and is no longer symmetrical,

Arab, Muslim countries slam U.S. Ambassador's remarks on Israels right to West Asian land

They said the comments contravene the UN Charter and efforts to deescalate the Gaza war and advance a political horizon for a comprehensive settl

N. Ramchander Rao Placed Under House Arrest Ahead of Kamareddy Visit

Senior BJP leaders, including Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, termed the state governments actions as dictatorial

Iranian students chant anti-government slogans, as US threats loom

Iranian students protested anti-government sentiment, clashing with counter-demonstrators at universities. This unrest coincides with a US milita

Not just playthings

Toys are no longer silent companions; some listen, some track habits

Defeaning silence

Technology, intended as a tool for connection, has ironically deepened isolation

Mona Lisa in recycling: Leonardo da Vinci's Renaissance masterpiece recreated as 43 feet plastic bottle caps installation in Latin America

Mona Lisa mural is in Zacamil, in the Mejicanos suburb of San Salvador -- an area that was once controlled by violent gangs, whose activity has b

Netherlands raise concerns over ICC revenue split

New Delhi, Feb 21: The International Cricket Councils existing commercial model that distributes majority of the revenue to the Test playing nati

Barrettos late strike seals Jamshedpur victory over Punjab

Jamshedpur, Feb 21: A late strike from super-sub Vincy Barretto helped Jamshedpur FC edge past Punjab FC 1-0 in the Indian Super League at the JR

Mlayas Sanfida earns India call-up for 2026 Asian Cup

By Our Reporter Shillong, Feb 21: Meghalayas Sanfida Nongrum has been named in Indias 26-member squad that will take part in AFC Womens Asian Cup

Javonte Williams signs $24 million NFL contract Dallas Cowboys who now eye George Pickens

Javonte Williams earned his deal after rushing for a career-best 1,201 rushing yards -- ninth-best in the league -- and a career-best 11 touchdow

Bengaluru, Mumbai City look to steal early march over rivals

Bengaluru, Feb 21: In another double-header early in the season, Bengaluru FC will host NorthEast United FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Ben

Inter Miami eye second MLS title

Miami, Feb 21: Less than three months removed from its first MLS Cup championship, Lionel Messis Inter Miami shows no signs of a letdown. The Her

The world of bioscope

Enthralled by a slide show of rare pictures that entertained and amused

Nostalgia over the wristwatch

Back then, the timepiece was a marker of status

Entrepreneur and filmmaker Aryan Khan, actor Mrunal Thakur and Ishaan Khatter during the 75th Navbharat Times Utsav Awards

Entrepreneur and filmmaker Aryan Khan, actor Mrunal Thakur and Ishaan Khatter during the 75th Navbharat Times Utsav Awards, in Mumbai, on Friday.

Indian film nominees shine ahead of BAFTAs

A special South Asian celebration in London highlighted Indian and South Asian films ahead of the 2026 BAFTA Awards. The Manipuri comedy-drama Bo

Willie Colon cause of death: What happened to 'El Malo'?

Willie Colon showed virtuosic ability on the trombone and was working professionally by his early teens.

Poll rolls shrink by 1.7 crore (8%) in 9 states/UTs under SIR Phase 2

Nine states in Phase 2 of the special intensive revision (SIR) have seen their combined electorate drop by 7.9% to 19.7 crore. Over 1.7 crore ele

Folk deities of Jammu region Symbols of societal cohesion

Col Satish Singh Lalotra slalotra4729@gmail.com The region of Jammu, nestled between the plains of Punjab and the majestic Himalayas is a land wh

Delhi Declaration: 86 nations back India's 'AI for All' push; Pakistan, chip giant Taiwan not in list of signatories

Hydro Potential, Execution Deficit

The continued absence of a clear roadmap for the new hydropower policy underscores a deeper structural problem in governance and execution in Jam

JPMorgan Chase closed Donald Trump's 50 accounts, U.S. largest bank cites major reason

JPMorgan, until now, had gone to lengths to avoid addressing whether it had actually closed Donald Trump's accounts.

Vanishing Dogra Riddles

Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com Long before printed books, mobile screens and formal classrooms entered the lives of Dogra children, wisd

AI in Defence

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com Warfare is changing. It will no longer be restricted to conventional or kinetic but will be hybrid and multi-d

Historical Settlements Of Jammu Krimachi (Bhoti/Bhuti): A Medieval Heritage Settlement of Jammu

Lalit Gupta lalitguptajammu@gmail.com Krimachi (Bhoti/Bhuti) (Lat. 325752.97N; Long. 750711.23E; Elev. 2,595 ft): The salubrious and small villag

Bangladesh at the Crossroads

Ranbir Singh Pathania rspathaniamla@gmail.com Political transitions in Bangladesh rarely stay contained within its borders. The potential rise of

Dogri Fading from Our Homes

Mahi Charak mahicharak06@gmail.com I belong to Jammu, a place where Dogri was once the natural language of daily life. It was the language spoken

Neglecting Sports neglects a nation

Ashok kumar Salhotra ashoksportsman@gmail.com Though many initiatives and work on framing policies and even legislation towards development and r

Pakistan says it struck militant hideouts along Afghan border after surge in deadly attacks

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar wrote on X that the military conducted what he described as intelligence-based, selective operations against

Appropriation and Awakening A Call for Conscious Custodianship of Dogra Culture

Dr Mrinalini Atrey atreymrinalini@gmail.com A culture is not inherited; it is lived. What we fail to practice, we lose, and what we consciously t

Artificial Intelligence in Dogri

Maj Gen SK Sharma (Retd.) shiv_k_sharma@yahoo.co.in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a buzz word which is used in day to day conversations, policy

The Conscience Keeper of Good Governance

Chethan Prabhakar chetanprabhakar@gmail.com Good governance is not defined by efficiency alone, nor by electoral success or administrative speed.

Infiltrators to be removed not only from electoral rolls but also from country: Shah

Stone pelting zero, development taking place in J&K GUWAHATI, Feb 21: Asserting that if India can be free of Naxals, it can also be free of infil

Rwanda IT Minister calls on Dr Jitendra, discusses next-generation sectors

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 21: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Pe

Kartar Public School students meet Jitendra in Delhi

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Feb 21: A delegation of students from Kartar Public School (KPS), Barnoti met with Dr Jitendra Singh, Minister of

LeT plot to set up homegrown modules in 4 States foiled by police, Intl agencies

Mobile phones used from Pakistan, PoJK to lure youth *Recruitment, radicalization, fundraising bids fail Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 21: The Lashka

AI tools can help eliminate subjectivity in medical diagnosis: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 21 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Personnel