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Tharoor acknowledges UDF govts' contributions

FACING backlash from his party for praising LDF-ruled Kerala, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday stuck to his stance but attempted a balancing act by acknowledging the contributions of the previous Congress-led governments in the state's industrial sector.

Man held for cheating KAS officer with fake CM's letter

A 46-year-old man was arrested for faking a chief minister's office letter and forging Siddaramaiah's signature to cheat a Karnataka Administrative Service (KAS) officer, who is posted as an assistant commissioner (AC) in the city and wanted a transfer.

NMC distances from non-payment of stipend for undergrads by pvt colleges

THE National Medical Commission (NMC) has washed off its hands on the issue of non-payment of stipends by 198 medical colleges and institutions to its undergraduate interns, postgraduate residents, and senior residents.

Director Shoonya Takes on Lead Role in Lord Gaga

HOONYA, the director known for 2022's Head Bush starring Dhananjay, is stepping into the limelight in a bold new role—starring as the lead hero in a film titled Lord Gaga.

Nainital HC to hear 5 cases against UCC

IN a legal battle, five petitions have been filed against the recently implemented Uniform Civil Code (UCC), which came into effect on January 27.

Republican Vivek to Start His Governor Race on Feb 24

REPUBLICAN Vivek Ramaswamy is preparing to launch his 2026 bid for Ohio governor on Feb 24 in his native Cincinnati, with ensuing announcements held over two days in the Columbus, Toledo and Cleveland areas.

Repco Home Finance Q3 net profit up 7%

REPCO Home Finance has posted a 7% increase in its net profit for the December quarter at ₹107 crore compared to ₹99 crore in the year-ago period.

Red alert sounded as poachers on prowl in MP

AN organised gang of tiger poachers, which also includes women and children, could have poached 10-11 tigers in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh over the last three months.

Students to protest KPSC Kannada paper errors

HUNDREDS of students are set to protest at Freedom Park on February 18, alleging that a disproportionate number of Kannada-medium candidates have failed the gazetted probationary officers' recruitment examination conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC).

India is becoming integral part of global supply chain

ELSPUN Living is India's leading manufacturer and exporter of home textile.

Landslide at gold mine in Mali kills 42 persons

A gold mine collapsed in eastern Mali, killing dozens of people and injuring many more, according to Malian television and officials in the Kéniéba district where the accident occurred.

Edu dept takes steps to shut liquor stores near schools

AS per the directions of the Juvenile Justice Committee of the Karnataka High Court, the department of school education has issued a circular to all its education districts directing them to find any schools situated within the vicinity of liquor shops.

Monk the Young Announces Release Date

The team behind Monk the Young, which has sparked curiosity with its intriguing title, is set for its theatrical release on February 28.

2 Deportees Arrested for Murder in Patiala

TWO youths among the 117 Indian illegal immigrants deported from the US have been arrested by Punjab Police for their involvement in a murder case.

Equity Markets May Rebound This Week

Experts say that uncertainty surrounding Trump's economic policies, high valuations may impact the market in short-term

Gowri brings Ganga to earth, in her backyard

UNABLE to afford a trip to Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh Mela, 57-year-old Gowri has done something unique. She has dug a 40-foot-deep well in her backyard, bringing \"Ganga\" to earth.

High Feb temp likely to hamper wheat yields

WITH the temperature rising above normal in February, the fate of wheat crops in Northwest India looks uncertain. The rising temperature may shrivel wheat pods, impacting the quality and quantity of its production.

Rail Bhavan Gets Into Huddle

UNDER pressure from various quarters, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday held a series of meetings at the Rail Bhavan to take stock of the safety measures during heavy passenger rush.

Manipur tribals look up to Centre for lasting peace

The Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF), the apex organisation of various Christian denominations in the state, will spearhead the protest.

A Quirky Local Twist on The Bond Legacy

Imagine a man with dreams far beyond his current station, an unemployed young man with no clear path ahead.

Reds Move 7 Points Clear After Win Over Wolves, Utd Suffer Another Loss

LIVERPOOL moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League as Luis Diaz ended his goal drought to spark a tense 2-1 win against struggling Wolves on Sunday.

The United States Of Inequality

India's south is richer and better developed than its north. But incomes are unevenly spread in either half. Urban decay and misogyny are just as common in both

Unsettling calm at ground zero hours after deadly rush

SUNDAY morning brought an eerie calm to New Delhi railway station, where just hours earlier a chaotic stampede had claimed 18 lives and left countless others shaken.

If You Can Listen To The Young, You Will Remain Relevant

Veteran screenwriter Javed Akhtar talks about 'the angry young man', women's increasing involvement in art, and staying relevant as an artiste

FIH Pro League: Men's hockey team wins while women lose close match

The Indian men's hockey team made a brilliant comeback to down Spain 2-0 in a return leg match of the FIH Pro League here on Sunday.

U'khand mulls revised land bill with strict norms ahead of Budget session

WITH the Uttarakhand Assembly's budget session set to begin on February 18, preparations are underway to present the revised land law bill on the floor of the house, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami personally overseeing the developments.

White-topping to create global-class roads: DCM

DEPUTY Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar stated that white-topping is being implemented under the 'Brand Bengaluru Sugama Sanchar Yojana' to develop international-standard roads in the city.

Fear, sorrow grip Prayagraj passengers on platform no. 16

THE evening air at New Delhi Railway Station on Sunday crackled with unease.

Third Maternal Death in Ballari in 15 Days

In yet another case of maternal death reported from Ballari district, a 25-year-old new mother, Gangamma from Kakkabevanalli village in Ballari taluk, died on February 14.

How To Make Sense Of Value When Prices Fall

Whenever share prices fall, there is a feeling of despondency.