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Lesson From Israel: How Small Can Be Effective

Despite the conflicts it's embedded in, the Jewish state often pulls punches above its weight. It's true for technological achievements and intellectual contributions

Jubilations continue in saffron camp as candidates hold victory rallies

FOLLOWING its triumphant return to power in the national capital after 26 long years, winning candidates of the BJP on Sunday held victory marches in respective constituencies.

US fighters, bombers to be showcased at the air show

The US will showcase a range of advanced aircraft at the Aero India 2025, reinforcing the \"strong and growing\" defence and aerospace partnership between the two countries.

The Tallest Kuru Elder From The Mahabharata

February 5 was a little-known event on the Indian calendar called Bhishma Ashtami. On this day, those who observe it offer tarpan or the water of remembrance to the soul of Bhishma, the Kuru elder in the Mahabharata.

Infosys lays off close to 400 campus recruits in Mysuru

IT services company Infosys is laying off close to 400 trainees in Mysuru. However, the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES), which represents IT professionals, claims the number is close to 700.

China blames US for Panama walking away from BRI

CHINA on Friday lashed out at what it called US 'coercion' after Panama declined to renew a key infrastructure agreement with Beijing following Washington's threat to take back the Panama Canal.

Nuke, tech & defence ties on agenda of Modi-Trump meet

NUCLEAR cooperation, trade, mobility issues, defence and critical technology will be the top priorities during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US starting February 12.

How the cricket fan in South Africa returned to stadia

WATCHING cricket in South Africa can be a unique experience.

Kerala budget presents rosy picture

Govt says state's economy has overcome severe financial constraints, set for rapid growth

Most Deportées Entered US in Jan via Agents in Dubai

ALMOST all of the 104 Indians deported by the US entered it in January via Mexico, and while most of them were helped by travel agents based in Dubai, some went through agents in Delhi and the UK.

Ranked ministers only to infuse competition: Naidu

A day after disclosing the rankings of Ministers based on their performance in clearing files, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu clarified that the exercise was intended to encourage competition among his Cabinet colleagues.

HC junks plea for CBI probe in MUDA case

The Karnataka High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by Mysuru-based social activist Snehamayi Krishna seeking its direction for a CBI probe into the alleged irregularities in allotment of 14 compensatory MUDA sites to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife B M Parvathy.

Iran supreme leader raps proposed nuke talks with US

IRAN's supreme leader said on Friday that negotiations with America \"are not intelligent, wise or honorable\" after President Donald Trump floated nuclear talks with Tehran.

India Summons Bangla Envoy for 'Negative' Remark

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned Bangladesh's Acting High Commissioner to India following protests lodged by Dhaka over the \"highly aggressive\" remarks made by former PM Sheikh Hasina.

Nod to new South Coast Railway zone

To include portion of 'colonial' Waltair division, which will be renamed Visakhapatnam division

Man arrested for killing girlfriend over 'infidelity'

A 25-year-old woman was strangulated to death by her boyfriend over suspicion of infidelity in Swaroop Nagar area of Delhi, an official said on Friday.

JNU students protest against graft charges against prof

Students from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and other universities in Delhi gathered to protest the recent corruption charges levelled against Rajeev Sijariya.

AAP hat-trick vs BJP capital comeback

IN a few hours, the political future of 699 candidates, whose fates are sealed in the EVMs, will be determined as the Election Commission prepares to announce the most awaited results of Assembly elections.

Manufacturing & Agri Allocations Low: Opposition

The Opposition parties on Friday slammed the government for low allocations for the manufacturing and agriculture sectors in the Union Budget and said it has failed to address key issues like inflation and unemployment.

When The Basic Right To Breathe Is Curtailed

It's not the courts' job to deal with issues like pollution. But with the executive continuing to show apathy towards the issue, the judiciary is forced to step in

Travel agent booked for cheating in Punjab, 3 cases lodged in Haryana

PUNJAB Police on Friday registered a case against a fraudulent travel agent following a complaint from one of the illegal immigrants who was among the 104 illegal Indian immigrants deported by the United States two days earlier.

IMF to release $333 mn bailout soon for Lanka

SRI Lanka's fourth tranche of nearly $3 billion bailout facility by IMF will be materialized in the coming months, a top official of the world body said.

EC Says Will Respond 'With Full Facts', Values Views of Political Parties

HOURS after Rahul Gandhi, along with his MVA allies, raised allegations of irregularities against the Election Commission (EC) on Maharashtra assembly elections, the poll body responded by saying that it will \"reply with full facts\".

Trump Imposes Sanctions on ICC for Bibi Warrant

ICC Hits Back, Says Curbs a Bid to Harm Its Independent and Impartial Judicial Work

SC rejects plea for fresh NEET-PG counselling

THE Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea seeking directions to cancel the All India quota (AIQ) round 3 of NEET-PG 2024 counselling and to conduct it afresh.

US Justice Department disbands task force aimed at seizing assets of Russians

The Trump administration's Justice Department has disbanded a Biden-era program aimed at seizing the assets of Russian oligarchs as a means to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

Rahul flags Maha roll 'bungling'

■ LOP says more voters in state than adult populace

SC extends Burmans' open offer, directs Gaekwad to deposit ₹600 cr

IN what could be a possible setback for the Burman family, the Supreme Court on Friday extended their (Burmans) open offer to acquire an additional 26% stake in Religare Enterprises (REL) to February 12.

Plea on Sambhal demolitions: SC asks petitioner to approach HC

THE Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain the contempt petition filed against the Uttar Pradesh government for an alleged violation of its November 2024 order restraining demolition actions across the country without prior notice and opportunity of hearing.

AI to Deepfake, 50 Private Members' Bills Tabled in RS

The Rajya Sabha on Friday saw the introduction of nearly 50 private members' bills, with a focus on emerging technologies and workplace rights, as well as efforts to enhance parliamentary productivity.