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Video: Fire in Neelagiri Block in Hyderabads Maitrivanam, students trapped

Hyderabad: A fire broke out in the Neelagiri Block building near Maitrivanam, Hyderabad on Thursday, February 19, reportedly due to a short circu

Think About Geographical Restriction: Delhi HC To NIA On JK MP Rashids Bail Plea

New Delhi, Feb 20: The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the NIA whether Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashids movement could

Sameer Kanodia Wins The Prestigious CEO of the Year Award for the Second Consecutive Year

Two-month exhibition to show how foreign artists saw India between 1857 and 1947

A two-month long exhibition at the Alipore Museum in Kolkata will bring back to life that India by showcasing works of close to 40 foreign artist

India joins US-led strategic alliance Pax Silica

India signed a pact joining the coalition at a ceremony at the AI Impact Summit here. The signing ceremony was attended by Union Minister Ashwini

Sachin Pilot demands transparent probe into Ajit Pawars death

The Congress leader, who lost his father in a vehicular accident, emphasised that such incidents transcend political lines and necessitate a thor

Assam CM greets people of Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram on statehood day

Assam shares a deep and enduring bond with both the States, HImanta Biswa Sarma said in a post on X

Amazon can be sued over deaths linked to chemical sales, Washington Supreme Court rules

U.S. Justice G. Helen Whitener wrote that Amazon owed customers a duty of reasonable care, and must avoid exposing them to harm from the foreseea

SIR hearing LIVE: Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging the EC's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal

The Supreme Court also asked West Bengal to respond to allegations of violence committed against EC officials

Priyanka Gandhi criticises Assam CM for dragging Gaurav Gogois family, children into Pakistan link allegation

After paying homage to Zubeen Garg at his cremation ground 'Zubeen Khetra' at Sonapur, the Congress leader said the singer was above politics and

Years on: Political Interference Hinders Progress of Bridge Construction in Nala Panchayat, Residents Demand Accountability

Ajay Sharma Rajouri, February 19 The residents of Nala Panchayat in Sunderbani Tehsil of Rajouri District have accused the political leadership o

Guru Spandana adalat to resolve grievances of government teachers at block level in Mangaluru

Grievances from Mangaluru North, Mangaluru South blocks will be heard on February 21

Hrithik Roshan says Shahid Kapoor is best in quirky genre

Mumbai: Hrithik Roshan has heaped praise on Shahid Kapoor, calling him the best when it comes to pulling off quirky roles. The Bollywood star wen

IOC to contribute 60 crore for Gorakhpur international cricket stadium

An MoU to this effect was signed between the Uttar Pradesh government and the company.

Modis AI summit turns awkward as tech leaders Sam Altman and Dario Amodei dodge contact

Indias prime minister has put AI rivals Sam Altman and Dario Amodei in an awkward spotlight at a summit in New Delhi

PM Modi's vision of AI would enable ethical, inclusive and accountable innovation: Yogi Adityanath

The chief minister highlighted ongoing efforts and achievements of Uttar Pradesh in the field of AI.

Bangladesh MBBS Admission Scam: Four Charge-Sheeted by EOW Kashmir

Srinagar, Feb 20: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has charge-sheeted four persons in a major overseas MBBS admission

Surgical instrument found in Kerala womans abdomen 5 years after surgery

Health Minister orders inquiry. The woman, seeking treatment for abdominal pain, was found to have an artery forceps in her after an X-ray

The closet as inheritance | Objects are mnemonic devices at a time of AI and friction-maxxing

In an age of AI-generated stories and friction-maxxing, objects take on renewed meaning. Creatives from Samyukta Nair to Gourab Ganguli share the

T20 World Cup: New Zealand batters aim to tame Pakistan spinners in Super 8s clash

New Zealands middle-order faces a stern test against Pakistans spinners in the T20 World Cup Super Eight opener. Kiwi batters must support their

Defamation case: Rahul to appear before Sultanpur court

The case dates back to 2018 when local BJP leader Vijay Mishra had filed a defamation complaint against Mr. Gandhi

Himachal toll tax hiked: Check new rates you will have to pay to enter hills from April 1

Himachal toll tax hike new rate: Himachal Pradesh is increasing entry fees for vehicles from April 1. This move aims to boost state revenue amid

Wife Kills Husband in Guntur for Asking to Reduce TV Volume

A heated argument took place between the couple over the issue and in a fit of rage, Ahmed manhandled her. Even as the argument between them cont

'200% Tariffs, 11 Jets Down': Trump Inflates His Claim On India-Pak Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim that he mediated between India and Pakistan during the 2025 military standoff, claiming he had thr

Cash-for-jobs complaint in K.N. Nehrus Municipal Administration Dept.: Madras HC orders registration of case

Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan issue the direction on a writ petition filed by AIADMK MP I.S. Inbadurai

Mass depression grips Iranians after violent protest crackdown

Tehran: Standing on her balcony in the Iranian capital, Tehran, the teacher shouted out into the darkness, Death to the dictator! and Death to th

India AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 5 Live Updates: Pax Silica Ensures Supply Chains Are Safe, Secure: Sundar Pichai At AI Summit

AI Impact Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: The day is headlined by the GPAI Council Meeting, where member nations of the Global Partnership on Artificia

Telangana: Kavitha to launch party in May, might contest from Siddipet

Hyderabad: Telangana Jagruti president Kalvakuntla Kavitha on Thursday confirmed that her new political party will be unveiled in the first week

Veteran filmmaker M M Baig found dead at his home

He was known for directing two films including Naseeruddin Shahs Massom Gawah (1990), which remains unreleased, and Chhoti Bahu (1994), starring

Google CEO Sundar Pichai lauds IndiaUS partnership at signing ceremony of Pax Silica Declaration

From curd rice to biryani: Indian flavours are the new bar food

Bengalurus breweries and restobars are spotlighting biryani, tikkas, sundal and hyperlocal favourites as diners crave bold, comfort-forward flavo

Over 32,000 Seek De-Addiction Treatment In J&K Since 2022; Srinagar Tops List At 6100: J&K Govt

JAMMU, Feb 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that more than 32,000 drug abuse patients have been r

J&K: IED Detected, Defused Safely in Bla

SRINAGAR, Feb 20: Security forces detected and safely defused an improvised explosive device (IED) in the Janbazpora area of Jammu and Kashmirs B

India signs agreement to join U.S.-led coalition Pax Silica

The move comes amid efforts by the two sides to finalise the proposed trade deal and move forward on several other initiatives to solidify the bi

QuillBot AI Image Generator: Transforming Ideas into Stunning Visuals

In todays fast-paced digital world, visual content drives engagement. From social media posts and blog graphics to marketing campaigns and educat

US-India Partnership Has Critical Role To Play To Make AI Benefits Available To Everyone: Pichai

NEW DELHI, Feb 20: The US-India partnership has a critical role to play in making the benefits of AI available to everyone and everywhere, said S

AI To Starlink: How Drone Technology Transformed Battlefield In Ukraine

As the war in Ukraine drags into its fifth year, drones have come to completely dominate the front line -- a transformation in modern warfare tha

Brazil President Visits India With Largest Business Delegation To Boost Trade

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva arrived in India on a high-profile state visit this week, bringing with him the largest-ever Brazil

Hyderabad: Education dept superintendent held for Rs 70,000 NOC bribe

Hyderabad: Sangeena Phaniraj, the Superintendent at the Commissioner and Director School Education in Hyderabad was on Thursday, February 19, arr

Woman stabs husband in Guntur after TV volume dispute

Hyderabad: A domestic argument over the television volume allegedly turned deadly in Andhra Pradeshs Guntur on Thursday, February 19, after a wom

Tata Punch EV Facelift 2026 live updates: Tata to launch its EV facelift soon; check expected price, features and more

Moderate rains in Telangana from Feb 22 to 24

No change in the forecast. Get ready for moderate rains and thunderstorms during February 22-24: Telangana Weatherman

Who Is Namgya Khampa, Indian Diplomat At Donald Trump's Board Of Peace Meet

Namgya C Khampa is a 2000-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS). She has over two decades of experience in Indian diplomacy.

Senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi starts two-day tour of poll-bound Assam

Priyanka Gandhi heads the screening committee of the grand old party. She held interaction with and block level workers of the party before final

IED found in J&Ks Baramulla

The IED was detected by security forces at Janbazpora area of the district

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AI application infra startup Portkey raises $15M in Series A round led by Elevation Capital

The fresh capital will be directed toward strengthening its AI control plane and expanding its go-to-market efforts.

Hike In Himachal Toll From April 1. Cars To Pay Rs 170 Instead Of Rs 70

Come April 1, visitors to Himachal Pradesh would have to shell out more at toll barriers located at its entry points as the state's amended toll

Anurag Kashyap's 'Kennedy': Bloody Like 'Animal' But With a Very Different Heart

'Kennedy' is the film that Bollywood needs. It seems like the industry has, at least momentarily, found its spine.

HC exempts Revanth Reddy from court appearance in two cases from 2023

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Thursday, February 19, granted interim relief to chief minister A Revanth Reddy, exempting him from appear

Gold And Silver Rates Today: Check City-Wise Prices

Gold futures for April rose 0.33 per cent to Rs 1,55,335 at 9:03 am. Silver futures for March also indicated a jump, rising 1.2 per cent to Rs 2,

Gauravi Kumaris PDKF Collective situates the palace as platform

Helmed by Gauravi Kumari of Jaipur, the Artisan Collective has grown from 30 to 70 craftspeople in just one year

Ranveer Singh threat case: Lawrence Bishnoi gang demands Rs 10 crore

Mumbai: In a fresh development in the case, Bollywood star Ranveer Singh reportedly received a threat from the Bishnoi gang, which demanded Rs 10

India Joins US-Led Pax Silica: Here's What It Means

India is poised to become a full member of the US-led strategic group Pax Silica, with a formal invitation expected next month, US Ambassador to

Rashmika and Vijay Deverakonda Wedding: International Security Enlisted

The wedding festivities are scheduled to begin on February 24, 2026

Great Backyard Bird Count 2026: North Coastal Andhra posts strong species tally

Citizen observers across Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram and Srikakulam document wetlands, campuses and estuaries during the four-day bird census

Why the begin-early mantra is a significant prevention strategy in dentistry

Tooth decay is still the most common chronic disease in kids worldwide. Its preventable, yet it causes missed school days, pain, and infections.

2026 Winter Olympics ice hockey: How to watch the semi-finals, schedule, and global timings

2026 Winter Olympics ice hockey: The stakes couldn't be higher, as the winners of today's matches will advance to the Gold Medal Game scheduled f

WHISKAS Celebrates Sensorial Delight in Cat Food with WHISKAS with POCKETS Campaign

WHISKAS® 1India’s most trusted cat-food brand and a pioneer globally, has unveiled a new campaign shining a light on the sensorial deli

Cars24 Launches India's First Lifetime Warranty on Cars

Cars24 , India’s leading AutoTech platform, today announced the launch of India’s first Lifetime Warranty on cars, marking a signific

Lakhs Swindled In Bangladesh MBBS Admission Scam; Four Charge-Sheeted By EOW Kashmir

Srinagar, Feb 20: In a major crackdown on an alleged overseas medical admission fraud, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J

Wednesday Season 3 release date, filming, cast and plot update: Production timeline, new character additions, story direction and Netflix release plans

Wednesday Season 3 release date, filming, cast and plot update confirms production has started in February 2026. Netflix expects a 2027 release.

Epstein Told Me His Darkest Secrets: Survivor Recalls Once Silenced Horror To NDTV

Rina Oh, who was 21 at the time, told NDTV that Jeffrey Epstein psychologically harmed her by insulting and criticising her body.

Pramod Shetty Addresses Rashmika Mandannas Wedding Invite Snub and Rakshit Shettys Attitude

Pramod and Rakshit Shetty share a close bond within the film industry.

Rupee declines 27 paise to 90.95 against U.S. dollar in early trade

The rupee rose 4 paise to settle at 90.68 against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday February 18. The currency exchange markets were closed on February

IED Found In Jammu And Kashmirs Baramulla

SRINAGAR, Feb 20: Security forces detected an improvised explosive device (IED) in Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla district, officials said on Frida

Faridabad factory fire toll rises to 39

Tragedy struck in Faridabad as the death toll from the factory fire rose to 39, with two more casualties reported, including the owner's son who

Telangana: TGSPDCL launches anti-bribery cell to fight corruption

Hyderabad: The Telangana Southern Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TGSPDCL) on Thursday, February 19, launched the anti-bribery cell to co

Paraquat poisoning: PIL flags 200 annual deaths in Telangana; HC seeks govt stand

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has sought responses from the Centre and the state government over the continued use of the highly toxic herb

King Charles' brother Andrew released after arrest over his connection to Epstein Files

Lanstitut is using language to unlock global healthcare jobs for Indian professionals

As countries face a severe shortage of nurses and healthcare workers, Delhi-based Lanstitut is tackling one of the biggest hidden barriers, langu

Defamation Case: Rahul Gandhi To Appear Before Sultanpur Court

On July 26, 2024, Gandhi recorded his statement before the court, claiming innocence and terming the case a political conspiracy

Nvidia nears deal for scaled-down investment in OpenAI: Report

Nvidia will be part of OpenAIs new funding round with an agreement that could be concluded as early as this weekend, according to the Times, whic

Illegal Indian 'Alien' Truck Driver In ICE Custody After Fatal US Crash

A 25-year-old Indian man has been arrested in the United States after his truck caused a three-vehicle collision, killing a 64-year-old man in In

Messi kicks off MLS season in key World Cup year

It is a suitably splashy start for a season that will be split in two by the 2026 World Cup, which takes place across the United States, Canada a

Flight data downloaded: AAIB to issue preliminary report on Ajit Pawars Baramati plane crash

Call of the apple tree

No one picked fruit from the old apple tree at the back of the garden but Tara was fascinated by it.

Why whiskers are so important to a cat

Theres more to the whiskers of a cat than just making it look cute. Read on ...

ACB set to file chargesheet against KTR in Formula E case: Report

Hyderabad: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is set to file its chargesheet in the Formula E case against former minister and BRS working presiden

Three persons arrested in Chikkamagaluru for moral policing

The family of the boy filed a complaint

Accenture announces new AI-linked promotion rule for seniors: Check who will be affected and who are exempted

Accenture is now tying promotions for senior managers and associate directors to their regular use of company AI tools, with weekly logins being

T20 World Cup: Jonathan Trott reflects on journey with Afghanistan after his last game as teams coach

The former England international guided the team through more than three successful years, highlighted by a remarkable run to the semifinals of t

Toxic teaser: Yash shows grand machismo in Geetu Mohandas stylistic actioner

Directed by Geetu Mohandas and co-produced by Yash, Toxic hits theaters on March 19, 2025, right in the ring with the blockbuster sequel Dhurandh

Treasures from the past

How did a dolphins tooth get buried in the sands of a barren land?

Measuring nonwhiteness: remembering Toni Morrison and Nina Simone

In their birthday month, we look at the extraordinary oeuvre of two great Black artists. If Nina Simone confronts the nation in public with her s

Grey's Anatomy Actor Eric Dane Dies A Year After His ALS Diagnosis: What You Need To Know About The Disease

The actor had revealed in April 2025 that he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Amit Shah to visit Assam for 2 days from Friday, launch border infra project, address rally

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Assam for two days starting Friday to launch the 'Vibrant Villages Programme' in Cachar district and add

Maths and magic meet in Bengaluru as Dr. Martens scales global strategy

Dr. Martens is building its future in Bengaluru, India. The brand has opened a Global Capability Centre to blend its rich heritage with digital i

NASA conducts successful rehearsal of Artemis 2 lunar launch

Technical problems in early February cut short an earlier so-called wet dress rehearsal of the launch of the Artemis 2 mission

Youtuber Attacked for Filming Religious Site in Amberpet

The police said a YouTuber was filming a video near the religious place and on seeing him, a group attacked him