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Former RAW chief earlier speaking at the event, called for the establishment of an institution to 'deeply analyze the wrong moves taken by India in the past.'

'Pulwama like attacks don't happen without a security lapse': Former RAW chief

Talking about the issue of Kashmir, the former RAW chief said, 'we have to be consistent with what we do'.
17 Feb 2019 5:48 PM
Modi also inaugurated a women engineering college building in Ramgarh through remote. (Photo: ANI)

Modi inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 3,306 crore in Jharkhand

The prime minister inaugurated the Sahibganj Sewerage Treatment Plant, and the Madhusudan Ghat, under the Namami Gange initiative.
17 Feb 2019 5:25 PM
the audit work for the quarter ended December 31, 2018was progressing at a slow pace on account of high employee attrition in the past few months and is yet to conclude. (Photo: Twitter)

Kwality Ltd seeks more time to file results

It said that at the time of initiation of CIRP, the audit work although commenced, but was progressing at a slow pace.
17 Feb 2019 5:14 PM
The petitioner has voiced his concern over the insensitivity and indifference of the authorities. (Photo: File)

PIL filed in SC for CBI or SIT probe in UP, U'khand hooch tragedies

The petition, which was filed recently, has been admitted by the apex court and is likely to come up for hearing within a week.
17 Feb 2019 5:07 PM
On February 14, Jet Airways' board approved a Bank-Led Provisional Resolution Plan (BLPRP), whereby lenders would become the largest shareholders in the airline. (Photo: AFP)

Jet Airways likely to get over Rs 3,000 cr funds

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad, is a strategic partner and is expected to pump in around Rs 1,400 crore.
17 Feb 2019 5:03 PM
The official said that Rs 500 crore has already been allocated for the scheme. (Photo: Twitter/ representational image)

1 year on, no takers for 'Operation Greens' in West Bengal

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) had announced the scheme in 2018-19 Budget.
17 Feb 2019 4:48 PM
Uttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar speaking to media on Sunday. On Saturday, the police had arrested a Kashmiri student in for allegedly making insensitive and communal posts on social media in the wake of the terror attack. (Photo: ANI)

Pulwama attack: U'khand Police dispels reports of Kashmiri students being attacked

'Rumours are being spread on social media that girls here are not safe. Everything is normal here,' said Uttarakhand DGP Ashok Kumar.
17 Feb 2019 4:45 PM
Plans are on the anvil to increase the product mix,an official said. (Photo: Twitter)

Steel minister to inaugurate SAIL's new Bihar unit on Monday

At present, Steel Authority of lndia Ltd (SAIL) manufactures steel pipes at the unit.
17 Feb 2019 4:35 PM
Mahmudullah was fined 10 percent for "abuse" of equipment for striking the fence with his bat while leaving the field after his dismissal, the International Cricket Council said on Sunday. (Photo: AP)

New Zealand vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI: Trent Boult, Mahmudullah fined for misconduct

Both players had one demerit point added to their disciplinary records of a first offence.
17 Feb 2019 4:28 PM
Trade body said, 'all wholesale and retail markets in Delhi will observe a bandh on 18 February'. (Photo: PTI)

Pulwama attack: Trade body calls for all India bandh

Commercial markets will remain closed and there will be no business activity during the bandh on February 18, the trade body said.
17 Feb 2019 4:26 PM
During 2017-18, the shipments grew by about 10 per cent to USD 303 billion. (Representational Image)

FIEO suggests series of measures to boost exports

Since 2011-12, India's exports have been hovering around USD 300 billion.
17 Feb 2019 4:25 PM
The upward revision in interest rate on domestic term deposits was for three years to less than five years, five years and above five years. (Photo: File)

Indian Bank revises interest rates on term deposits

The Indian Bank announced upward revision in interest rate on domestic term deposits by 50 bps to 90 bps for amount less than Rs one crore.
17 Feb 2019 4:18 PM
Khanna also requested that a two-minute silence be observed in the memory of the martyred soldiers during the opening game of the India vs Australia series as well as the IPL. (Photo: PTI)

BCCI should donate at least Rs 5 crore for Pulwama martyrs families: CK Khanna to COA

The acting president also requested the state associations as well as the IPL franchises to make generous contribution to the cause.
17 Feb 2019 4:12 PM
It has also appointed investment bankers for part placement of the group's direct 30 per cent stake in Reliance Power to institutional investors, officials said. (Photo: File)

Reliance Group reaches standstill pact with lenders

Under the pact, the group will pay the principal and interest amounts to the lenders as per the scheduled due dates
17 Feb 2019 4:09 PM
As many as 48 countries have extended support to India, condemning the dastardly act. (Photo:ANI)

'Attack Pak even if it means delaying LS polls' says Gujarat Minister

Gujarat cabinet minister Ganpatsinh Vasava has said a befitting response should be given to Pakistan on the Pulwama terror attack.
17 Feb 2019 4:07 PM
PM Narendra Modi addressing a rally in Bihar on Sunday. PM launched projects worth Rs 33,000 cr in Bihar. (Photo: ANI)

Pulwama attack: Fire raging in your hearts is in my heart too, says PM Narendra Modi

Under PM Urja Ganga Yojana states such as UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha will be connected through gas pipelines
17 Feb 2019 4:06 PM
A move bound to exert major influence on global fashion trends: source. (Photo: Pixabay)

‘India Size' garments may hit the shelves soon

The government will also begin collating information for "trend forecasting" for textiles this month.
17 Feb 2019 3:57 PM
Masculinisation of the male foetus depends not only on the testes, but also the placenta. (Photo:Representational/Pixabay)

Alternate pathway decoded behind penis development

Penis development requires more than just testosterone.
17 Feb 2019 3:57 PM
Ranveer Singh in Gully Boy.

Gully Boy box-office collection day 3: Ranveer Singh starrer crosses Rs 50 crore mark

The Zoya Akhtar directorial starring Ranveer Singh & Alia Bhatt in lead roles is performing exceptionally well at the overseas too.
17 Feb 2019 3:53 PM
CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said during the bandh traders would observe a day long fast and take out a tribute march in their respective states. (Photo: Twitter)

Traders body calls for nationwide market bandh on Monday

In a statement, the CAIT said commercial markets will remain closed, there will be no business activity.
17 Feb 2019 3:46 PM
The crown prince was due to reach Pakistan on Saturday, but his arrival was delayed for a day.

Turmoil-hit Pakistan rolls out red carpet for Saudi crown prince

Amid heightened security, cash-strapped Pakistan was on Sunday ready to receive Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.
17 Feb 2019 3:45 PM
Several railways infrastructure projects in Nepal have been undertaken with India's assistance, Fekita said. (Photo: Pixabay)

India can play key role in Nepal's bid to expand global trade: UN official

The LLDCs are amongst some of the most vulnerable countries, N Under-Secretary-General and High Representative, Fekita 'Utoikamanou said.
17 Feb 2019 3:30 PM
The BJP president also touched upon the issue of Citizenship (Amendment) Bill and said that a lot of confusion is being created on it by the Opposition. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

'It's not Congress in centre, sacrifice of CRPF will not go in vain': Amit Shah

BJP President Amit Shah while addressing a youth rally in Lakhimpur said, 'I pay my tributes to Assam's son Maneswar Basumatary'.
17 Feb 2019 3:29 PM
Walk to soak in the local culture that will make you fall in love with the place. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

City hotspots for the walking enthusiasts

Here are cities in the United States best suited for walking.
17 Feb 2019 3:23 PM
The company had earlier announced its plan to sell 11.15 per cent stake held by the Aditya Birla Group in Indus Towers as well as 1.56 lakh kilometers of optical fibre assets. (Photo: File)

Voda Idea in talks to sell mobile tower stake, optical fibre assets for Rs 20k cr

The country's largest telecom operator plans to use the funds for lowering its debt, which stood at Rs 1,23,660 crore at the end of 2018.
17 Feb 2019 3:22 PM
India is already a major trading partner of Nepal with free movement of goods, services and labour. (File Photo)

UN says India can play a key role in Nepals bid to expand global trade

India can play a key role in Nepal's bid to expand its international trade being a close neighbour of the landlocked Himalayan nation.
17 Feb 2019 3:21 PM
The company said despite its efforts some of the employees did not respond to its appeal making them to dismiss them from service with effect from February 11. (Photo: PTI)

Labour unrest in focus again as workers of some companies resort to strike

Pricol said, following the strike, it transferred some of the agitating employees to other plants as per the contract conditions.
17 Feb 2019 3:16 PM
The conference was attended by over 600 delegates and it deliberated at length on a host of security-related issues. (Photo:AP)

India raises Pulwama terrorist attack issue at Munich Conference

India raised the issue of the Pulwama terror attack, during meetings with several countries, at the 3 day Munich Security Conference.
17 Feb 2019 3:12 PM
Transporters of goods worth over Rs 50,000 are required to present the e-way bill during transit to a GST inspector, if asked. (Photo: File)

Revenue dept to set up committee to deal with bogus e-way bills

The e-way bill system was rolled out on April 1, 2018, for moving goods worth over Rs 50,000 from one state to another.
17 Feb 2019 3:10 PM
Singh, who has criticized Modi-led government for demonetization and implementation in the past, said that attempts at creating additional job opportunities in the industrial sector have failed as industrial growth is not picking up fast enough. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

'Jobless growth, urban chaos has made youth restless': Manmohan Singh

Manmohan Singh said while addressing the convocation ceremony of a management institute.
17 Feb 2019 3:06 PM
As word spread, the number of customers began to swell creating a stampede. (Photo:ANI)

Telangana mall sees stampede-like situation over sarees for Rs. 10

Women and girls rushed to avail the Rs. 10 sarees, being offered by the CMR shopping mall.
17 Feb 2019 2:57 PM
Industry experts said softening prices of the precious metal in the world markets could be the reason for the contraction in imports. (Photo: File)

Gold imports dip 5 pc during April-Jan to USD 26.93 bn

According to commerce ministry data, total imports of the precious metal in the corresponding period of 2017-18 stood at USD 28.23 billion.
17 Feb 2019 2:36 PM
Loosely defined, a sandbox approach means experimenting and learning before finally adopting a technology or system. (Representational image)

Set up core 'sandbox committee' to promote digital innovations: Irdai panel

Loosely defined, a sandbox approach means experimenting and learning before finally adopting a technology or system.
17 Feb 2019 2:30 PM
The 27th edition is slated to be held in Mumbai from February 20-22. (Photo: File)

NASSCOM summit to focus on new tech's impact on real world

The flagship NASSCOM Technology and Leadership Forum (NTLF 2019) was earlier known as NASSCOM India Leadership Forum (NILF).
17 Feb 2019 2:23 PM
The total area available for the project is over three lakh sqm, of which greenbelt will be developed in an area of over one lakh sqm covering 33 per cent of the total project area. (Photo: AFP/File)

IOC gets "green nod" for storage and distribution terminal in Telangana

The proposal involves setting up petroleum storage and distribution terminal.
17 Feb 2019 2:17 PM
is targeted at unorganised sector workers with monthly income of up to Rs 15,000. (Photo: File)

Unorganised workers can now subscribe to Rs 3,000 monthly pension scheme

The ambitious social security scheme was announced by Finance Minister Piyush Goyal in the Interim Budget 2019-20.
17 Feb 2019 2:10 PM
The government has sold as much as 3 per cent stake in Axis Bank held via SUUTI through an offer for sale (OFS) and raised about Rs 5,300 crore. (Representational Images)

Disinvestment proceeds touch Rs 53,558 cr

The government's disinvestment proceeds have touched Rs 80,000 crore, in the previous fiscal.
17 Feb 2019 2:02 PM
A still from the film.

Chitthiram Pesudhadi 2 movie review: Lacks freshness

The much hyped West Indies cricketer Dwayne Bravo’s cameo appearance in a dance number fizzles out when you watch it.
17 Feb 2019 1:57 PM
In May last year, the Telecom Commission -- the highest decision-making body in the DoT -- had cleared the proposal for creation of an ombudsman under the aegis of TRAI to resolve subscriber complaints, a move aimed at empowering mobile consumers. (representational image)

No yet apprised of govt's decision on telecom ombudsman: TRAI to DoT

TRAI has asked DoT to apprise it of the decision taken by the government on the said recommendations.
17 Feb 2019 1:51 PM
A still from Bell bottom movie.

Bell bottom movie review: Back to the mystery

What strikes the most is the maker's effort to showcase the 80s on the screen with honesty and clarity.
17 Feb 2019 1:49 PM
Maurya, in his viral post allegedly expressed pride over the gruesome incident and paid tributes to Aadil Ahmed. (Photo: YouTube screengrab)

Pulwama attack: Student pays tribute to terrorist Aadil Ahmed, FIR lodged

The accused, identified as, Ravi Prakash Maurya allegedly extended support to Aadil Ahmed - the perpetrator in the Pulwama attack.
17 Feb 2019 1:49 PM
Develop effective prevention efforts toward various aspects of youth drinking environments. (Photo:Representational/Pixabay)

Alcohol consumption may lead to dependency

Future repercussions of alcohol intoxication among adolescents.
17 Feb 2019 1:47 PM
There will be surpluses leading to fall in prices impacting income of farmers, said Subramanian. (Representation image)

PM-KISAN to provide multiple benefits to farmers: CEA

Producer support in India is very low compared to the other countries and the scheme will help in supplementing that: Subramanian.
17 Feb 2019 1:43 PM
The MIP is the rate below which no imports are allowed. (Photo: File)

Govt to examine steel players' demand for MIP on steel: Official

The players have said steel imports have increased due to trade diversion from China, Japan and South Korea.
17 Feb 2019 1:34 PM
The government expects Rs 28,000 crore from the RBI as interim dividend for 2018-19 based on the financial position of the central bank. (Photo: File)

Jaitley to address RBI board on Monday

The meeting, according to sources, will take a call on the interim dividend to be paid to the government during the current fiscal.
17 Feb 2019 1:27 PM
Through the morning, mourners gathered for a public vigil in a gymnasium in Progreso, the small farming town in Santa Fe province which Sala left as a teenager to play in Europe. (Photo: AP)

Crowds pay tribute to Emiliano Sala in Argentine village

Sala played for Nantes, becoming one of the top strikers in France, before being traded in January to Cardiff City in the Premier League.
17 Feb 2019 1:24 PM
Suresh said that since Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has not come out openly about the attack in Kashmir, it shows that they are at fault somewhere. (Representational Image)

‘Denounce India-Pak World Cup match’ says CCI secretary to BCCI

CCI secretary Suresh Bafna said that India should not play a match against Pakistan in the forthcoming World Cup.
17 Feb 2019 1:23 PM
The high level empowered committee headed by Cabinet Secretary P K Sinha has recommended discounting of discoms power bills towards generators. (Photo: File)

Rising discom dues may adversely affect power supplies: APP

APP, in a memorandum to the government, sought Power Minister R K Singh's intervention to resolve the issue.
17 Feb 2019 1:21 PM
Menthol cigarettes may be harder to quit than other cigarettes. (Photo:Representational/Pixabay)

Is smoking menthol cigarettes harmful?

Scientists find genetic vulnerability to smoking menthol cigarette.
17 Feb 2019 1:18 PM
The company already operates 11 centres in the State. (Photo: Twitter)

VLCC to open wellness centres, skill development institutes in TN

The expansion plan was in line with the company's strategy to reach out to more customers.
17 Feb 2019 1:08 PM
Curfew was imposed in Jammu city on Friday following massive anti-Pakistan protests and sporadic incidents of violence over the terror attack in Pulwama district of south Kashmir which left 40 CRPF personnel dead on Thursday. (Photo: Twitter | @airnewsalerts)

Pulwama attack: Curfew continues in Jammu for the third consecutive day

Senior civil and police officers held a marathon meeting with prominent citizens as part of efforts to restore normalcy in the city.
17 Feb 2019 1:06 PM
man was allegedly attacked with a knife by his sister's fiance after the latter drained out his mobile phone battery playing an online game. (Representational Image)

Quarrel over phone charger leads Maharashtrain man to be attacked with knife

A case of attempt to murder was registered by Kolshewadi police in Maharashtra's Thane district on Thursday.
17 Feb 2019 1:00 PM
Investment trend by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) will also influence trading sentiment. (Photo: AP)

Global factors, crude prices, Re to dictate market trend: Analysts

Trade talks between the United States and China will also be eyed.
17 Feb 2019 12:58 PM
Of the total imports during January 2019, non-coking coal shipments were 12.35 MT and coking coal at 3.53 MT. (Representational Images)

India's coal import rises 5 per cent to 190 MT in Apr-Jan

Coal imports were at 180.61 (MT) in the April-January period of the previous fiscal.
17 Feb 2019 12:50 PM
Ben Affleck.

Ben Affleck reveals reason for retiring as Batman, watch video

The makers are planning a solo Batman movie and will choose the next Bruce Wayne aka Batman.
17 Feb 2019 12:42 PM
Mayank Markande played for the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2018. (Photo: AP)

Mayank Markande's father reveals reason behind his son's different surname

The 21-year-old was named in India’s T20I squad for the upcoming home series against Australia.
17 Feb 2019 12:41 PM
On Saturday, Bedi had written an open letter inviting the Chief Minister for a discussion in a public forum. (Photo: ANI)

Puducherry CM raises black flag at his residence to protest against Kiran Bedi

CM has been sitting on a dharna for the last five days demanding the Centre to recall Bedi and implement the helmet enforcement rule.
17 Feb 2019 12:36 PM
It said that boom in e-commerce and organised retail will enhance the growth of plastic packaging and per-capita consumption in the years to come. (Photo: Twitter)

India's packaging industry to touch USD 72.6 bn by FY20: ASSOCHAM-EY study

The industry was USD 31.7 billion in 2015.
17 Feb 2019 12:36 PM
According to the order, all security and vehicles provided to the separatists will stand withdrawn by Sunday evening. (File Photo)

Security of 5 separatist leaders withdrawn by J&K administration

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday issued orders to withdraw security of five separatist leaders, including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.
17 Feb 2019 12:32 PM
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday led a candlelight march to protest the Pulwama attack. (Photo:PTI)

Country stands by its Jawans: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

TMC chief Mamata Banerjee said terrorists 'have no religion or caste'.
17 Feb 2019 12:24 PM
Congress leader Manish Tewari speaking to media on Saturday. (Photo: ANI)

Pulwama attack: Jaish-e-Mohammad has close ties with Imran Khan's PTI, says Tewari

India must act against Pakistan. The whole country is standing with the government and our armed forces, asserted Manish.
17 Feb 2019 12:19 PM
Nauret said her two years with the administration had been one of the highest honours of her life. (Photo:Twitter)

Heather Nauert withdraws her nomination for US envoy to United Nations

In a surprise move, State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert withdrew her nomination to replace Indian-American Nikki Haley.
17 Feb 2019 12:16 PM
The panel found that in 21 cases in five states -- Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, New Delhi and Tamil Nadu, the AO (assessing officer) had allowed expenses which were in the nature of freebies given to doctors involving tax effect of Rs 45.43 crore. (Photo: File)

Par panel seeks action against IT officers

The Public Accounts Committee,while assessing the pharmaceutical sector found lapses in 36 cases in seven states.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 PM
In a statement, Rajnikanth warned the media not to use his photograph or party symbol for any propaganda. (ANI)

Superstar Rajinikanth not to contest Lok Sabha elections

The 68-year-old actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth had announced his entry into politics on December 31, 2017.
17 Feb 2019 11:57 AM
The government has also announced jobs to family members of the killed jawans. (File Photo)

Rajasthan increases compensation for families of CRPF jawans to 50 lakh

CM Ashok Gehlot revised the compensation and relief package for the family members of the five soldiers who were from Rajasthan.
17 Feb 2019 11:57 AM
The imports of the total finished steel grew 1.5 per cent to 6.55 MT during April-January of 2018-18, compared with 6.45 MT in the year-ago period. (Photo: File)

Finished steel exports fall 37 pc, imports grow 1.5 pc in Apr-Jan

The country had exported 8.22 MT of finished steel during the corresponding period a year ago, the Joint Plant Committee (JPC) said.
17 Feb 2019 11:54 AM
Image Instagrammed by vickykaushal09.

Pulwama fatalities feel like personal loss, says URI star Vicky Kaushal

Soon after the terror strike, a number of B-town celebs, including Kaushal, had tweeted condemning the ghastly attack.
17 Feb 2019 11:47 AM
Police intervened to protect philosopher and writer Alain Finkielkraut after he was targeted by a group of protestors. (File Photo)

Macron condemns anti-Semitic abuse by 'yellow vest' protestors

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned anti-Semitic abuse of a leading intellectual by 'yellow vest' protestors.
17 Feb 2019 11:47 AM
Over the last week, the Sensex dropped 737.53 points, or over 2 per cent, to close at 35,808.95 on Friday. (Photo:Twitter)

Nine of top-10 most-valued firms suffer combined erosion of Rs 98,863 cr in m-cap

ITC was the only gainer from the top-10 list.
17 Feb 2019 11:44 AM
Between April and November 2108, the central bank had net sold USD 26.51 billion in the spot market against net purchase of USD 18.017 billion in the same period in 2017. (Photo: File)

First time in FY19, RBI becomes net buyer of dollars in Dec

The central bank bought USD 837 million and sold USD 230 million in the spot market during the reporting month.
17 Feb 2019 11:34 AM
According to the latest data available with depositories, a net sum of Rs 5,322 crore has been pumped into equities during February 1-15. (Photo: File)

FPIs pour Rs 5,300 cr into equities in Feb so far

The infusion into the equity market comes following a pull-out of Rs 5,264 crore by foreign portfolio investors (FPI) in January.
17 Feb 2019 11:14 AM
The previous chairperson Arundhati Bhattacharya too had initiated a slew of pro-employee measures such as letting them choose the location before transferring a couple of both of them are with the bank, extending sick leave to attend to in-laws health needs, long leaves to help their children during the exams among others. (Photo: File)

SBI takes work-life balance to a new high cutting mechanical lives in the bud

The programme, christened Nayi Disha or the new path, focuses on work-life balance and also involves the staffs immediate family members.
17 Feb 2019 11:04 AM
Rakesh Goel will be produced in court on Sunday. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi police arrests owner of Delhi hotel fire on a tip-off

Crime Branch made arrest from the IGI Airport on Saturday after the Delhi Police received a tip-off that Goel was travelling from Qatar.
17 Feb 2019 11:04 AM
City eventually hit their stride in the second half and Leroy Sane's powerful finish put them ahead before Phil Foden doubled the lead. (Photo: AP)

FA Cup: Newport County's fairytaile run ends as Man City romp through to quarterfinal

Pep Guardiola's side didn't have an easy ride in a full-blooded fifth round tie against a team 82 places below them in League Two.
17 Feb 2019 10:58 AM
However, the amount of incentives proposed in the scheme for buses may further be subject to competitive bidding among original equipment manufacturers. (Photo: File | PTI)

Govt may consider approval of Rs 5,500-cr FAME-II scheme this month

The scheme in its second phase will offer a bouquet of incentives, such as exemption from paying road tax, registration fee.
17 Feb 2019 10:58 AM
Recently, Bhushan Kumar's T-Series had collaborated with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Atif Aslam for two different singles. (File Photo)

Raj Thackeray's party asks music companies to drop Pakistan singers

The party said the companies should stop working with Pakistani singers immediately or they would take action.
17 Feb 2019 10:55 AM
Vice Preident Venkaiah Naidu addressing an event at Prayagraj Kumbh on Saturday. (Photo: ANI)

United Nations must act to prevent terror strikes across the globe: Venkaiah Naidu

We never attack any country but unfortunately, our neighbour is aiding terrorism and creating havoc, said Naidu.
17 Feb 2019 10:49 AM
Jafari was addressing a large crowd gathered for the funeral of the victims of Wednesday's suicide bombing. (Photo:Twitter)

Iran condemns suicide bombing on its soil says Pakistan will pay high price

Twenty-seven of Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards were killed in a suicide bombing near the border earlier this week.
17 Feb 2019 10:47 AM
In a letter to Hussain, Zydus said his comment was anti-national and tarnished the company's image.

Zydus Healthcare suspends Srinagar executive for comment on Pulwama attack

Iqbal Hussain, a marketing executive of Zydus Healthcare's subsidiary German Remedies, had posted, "This is called as real surgical strike".
17 Feb 2019 10:46 AM
Minerva also said that it did not receive the security assurances it had sought from the AIFF following the attack on Thursday which led to the death of 40 CRPF personnel. (Photo: Twitter / Minerva Punjab)

I-League: Minerva refuse to travel to Srinagar, forfeit match against Real Kashmir

The match was scheduled for Sunday and Minerva said its foreign players have been advised by their countries' embassies to pull out.
17 Feb 2019 10:39 AM
On Thursday, India lost 40 CRPF jawans in the attack carried out by the Jaish-e-Mohamad, a Pakistan-based terror group. (Photo: PTI)

Pulwama attack: India raises customs duty on Pak to 200 per cent

On Friday, India announced withdrawal of Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to Pakistan.
17 Feb 2019 10:35 AM
The foreign ministry spokesperson Mohammad Faisal said complaints were received about the site being inaccessible by users from several countries. (Representational Image)

Pakistan foreign ministry's website hacked

The official website of Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs was reportedly hacked on Saturday.
17 Feb 2019 10:30 AM
The company classifies micro-loans as ones which are given on a joint group lending model. (Photo: Twitter)

Liquidity issues, Aadhaar ban roil NBFCs, micro-credit plunge 15 pc in Q3

Disbursements stood at Rs 41,840 crore for the third quarter of the current fiscal year, down from Rs 49,450 crore.
17 Feb 2019 10:24 AM
Swaraj enroute to Bulgaria, as part of her three-nation tour, had a brief stopover in Iran during which she met with Aragchchi. (Photo:ANI)

'Enough is enough', says Iran Dy FM during meet with Swaraj on terrorism

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj met with Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Aragchchi on Saturday.
17 Feb 2019 10:21 AM
Swaraj is on a two-day official visit to Bulgaria, the first ever trip of an Indian external affairs minister to the Balkan nation. (Photo:Twitter)

Sushma Swaraj discusses issues of mutual interest with Bulgarian counterpart

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj met her Bulgarian counterpart Ekaterina Zaharieva on Saturday.
17 Feb 2019 10:11 AM
"With this total number of stores remains to 201 stores in 163 cities across 16 states and total the tally of stores in Bihar to 40," it said. (Photo: Twitter)

V-Mart opens store in Bihar

The company has also closed a store in the state, it said in a BSE filing.
17 Feb 2019 10:07 AM
He will inaugurate one rural water supply scheme for Ramgarh and three for Hazaribagh. (File Photo)

PM to inaugurate slew of developement projects in Jharkhand

PM Modi will lay foundation stone for hospitals in Hazaribagh, Dumka and Palamau and inaugurate a host of development schemes.
17 Feb 2019 10:03 AM
CPM general secretary Sitaram Yechury said that Sabarimala issue is not going to have an impact on upcoming Lok Sabha elections. (Photo: PTI/File)

Modi's return to power will be 'death knell' to constitutional institutions: Yechury

Modi's return to power It will result in creating a wide gap between the rich and the poor in the society, alleged Sitaram Yechury.
17 Feb 2019 9:59 AM
At least 40 CRPF paramilitary troopers were killed in a terror attack while several others are battling for their lives. (Photo:PTI)

Cricket Club of India ‘covers’ Imran Khan portrait on its restaurant wall

The CCI, which is an affiliated unit of BCCI, is home to the iconic Brabourne Stadium
17 Feb 2019 9:53 AM
According to AP Nataka Academy member Ch. Krishna Prasad, this is not the responsibility the state government alone. (Representational Image)

Visakhapatnam: Polls may force state to postpone Ugadi awards

Election season is bad news for performers, art teachers.
17 Feb 2019 8:19 AM
A tag with a unique identification number is fixed on the ear of as part of the livestock census on Saturday.

Vijayawada: Animal tagging at snail’s pace

Armed with the tags, tabs with software preloaded, and individual IDs, the staff have hit the field.
17 Feb 2019 8:09 AM
Seer Chinna Jeeyar Swami gives prasadam to Kanakadurga temple EO V. Koteswaramma in Vijayawada on Saturday. (Photo: Deccan chronicle

Vijayawada: Seer praises facilities at Durga temple, has some suggestions

Ms Koteswaramma, temple trust board chairman Gowranga Babu and board members were present.
17 Feb 2019 8:05 AM
They tried to escape, but the police chased them and caught them. (Representational Image)

Rajahmundry: Three burglars held, valuables recovered

Based on a complaint by the victims, the police booked a case at the Kadiam police station and began investigation.
17 Feb 2019 7:58 AM
Dr B. Suresh, president of Indian Pharmaceutical Council, inaugurates the two-day national conference of Indian Pharmaceutical Association Students’ Forum held at Vikas Pharmacy college near Rajahmundry on Saturday. (Photo: DC)

Promote pharmacy education: PCI chief B. Suresh laid

Students urged to take up more research to help industry .
17 Feb 2019 7:54 AM
In the previous TRS government, three leaders from Warangal were picked to serve in the Cabinet.

Cabinet expansion raises temperatures in Warangal

From the days of agitation for a separate statehood, Mr Dasyam was recognised as a key leader from Warangal.
17 Feb 2019 7:37 AM
Farmers prepare community meals on the NH-44 at Perkit in Armoor of Nizamabad district, as they stage a protest on seeking higher price for turmeric and red jowar on Saturday. (Photo: DC )

Nizamabad: Farmers block NH, seek higher prices for tumeric

He said that the issue would be reported to the higher-ups for necessary action.
17 Feb 2019 7:32 AM
K. Chandrashekar Rao

K Chandrashekar Rao keeps poll promise, Mulugu is new district

Erstwhile Warangal district is now divided into six parts.
17 Feb 2019 7:28 AM
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K E Krishna Murthy

Telugu Desam confident no member of BC would abandon it

MLC KE Prabhakar said that BCs were taken care of by the party and were provided working tools under Aadharna scheme.
17 Feb 2019 7:17 AM
Election Commission of India

Tirupati: Parties assert tampering of voters’ list a major concern

A sitting legislator from YSRC and the Telugu Desam party-in-charge have been having a tug-of-war on the issue.
17 Feb 2019 7:12 AM
With the number of apartment buildings coming up on the rise in every colony, drinking water business has picked up.(Photo: Representational Image)

Kurnool: Collector warns RO units on water quality

With the number of apartment buildings coming up on the rise in every colony, drinking water business has picked up.
17 Feb 2019 6:58 AM
The EO said that online booking of accommodation should be introduced in Sri Padmavathi Nilayam complex which is ready for inauguration.

Round-the-clock monitoring of Tirumala amenities ordered

He instructed the concerned to put correct information on LED screens installed in the compartments.
17 Feb 2019 6:50 AM
According to their relatives, since their marriage last year, they had been fighting often due to misunderstandings between them. (Representational Image)

Tirupati: Wife ends life claiming harassment

According to their relatives, since their marriage last year, they had been fighting often due to misunderstandings between them.
17 Feb 2019 6:46 AM
Anam Vivekananda Reddy

Nellore: Dissidents in demand to support party nominees

Speculations are also rife over corporator Pigilam Praveena of 26th Division is returning to thr YSRC fold.
17 Feb 2019 6:41 AM
YSR Congress chief, YS Jaganmohan Reddy

Rampulla Reddy quits TD, joins Jaganmohan Reddy party

Some of the TD followers who were with Errigela family were not happy with Bhuma Akhila Priya and her followers.
17 Feb 2019 6:37 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in the hot seat, and with every non-Congress, non-BJP leader, alienated and targeted for what is seen as acts of political vendetta, the isolation of the BJP and the coming together of a hitherto disparate opposition has been compounded by the Congress’ electoral success in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh.

Modi vs Rest: Anybody’s poll in 2019

A strong Congress under Priyanka Gandhi’s leadership is a bad news for BJP in Uttar Pradesh.
17 Feb 2019 6:33 AM
Researchers TV Ramachandra and Bharath Aithal of the IISc claim that as much as 50% of the main storm water drain at Jakkasandra has been shrunk and concretized between 1908 and 2017. (Representational Image)

On the contrary: Cuddle up, it's a muddle

Just when one felt things couldn’t get any worse, some rocket scientist in the BBMP came up with a plan to concretize storm-water drains.
17 Feb 2019 6:27 AM
But the biologists say that both Central and State governments are not showing any urgency in the matter, even though they are making claims about ecological conservation and promotion of tourism.

State fails to get RAMSAR site for Coringa wildife park

However, there are too many procedural delays and there is no follow up action by the state government, it is said.
17 Feb 2019 6:21 AM
Mulayam Singh Yadav.

Uttar Pradesh holds the key

The Congress outreach to non-Yadav OBCs seems to have upset Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav.
17 Feb 2019 6:10 AM
he rate of conviction in romantic cases, therefore, stands nearly 6 per cent lower than the overall rate of conviction by the special courts. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vijayawada: Romantic relationship cases more, at 21 per cent in State

One of the researchers of this study Ms G. Anuroopa stated that Section 94 of the Juvenile Justice.
17 Feb 2019 6:08 AM
In AP, this was attributed to a severe lack of support during the investigation and trial process. (Representational Image)

More witnesses in Pocso cases turn hostile in Andhra Pradesh

Victims have turned hostile or gone back on their words.
17 Feb 2019 5:58 AM
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu (File)

Chandrababu Naidu announces Rs 5 lakh to kin of each martyr

The TD politburo that met on Saturday condemned the attack and observed silence for two minutes.
17 Feb 2019 5:47 AM
Muhammad Ali Jinnah. (Photo: AFP)

Rajahmundry: BJP objects to Jinnah on Congress banner

The Congress leaders set up flexi banners bearing the portraits of several veteran leaders of Indian National Congress.
17 Feb 2019 5:37 AM
Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy

Andhra Pradesh Telugu Desam to start campaign today

Chandramohan Reddy said that TD would form two committees to monitor campaign and election.
17 Feb 2019 5:31 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Can Modi's charisma hold fast at 17 in Karnataka?

At a recent rally of Mr Modi in Hubballi, people were seen leaving the venue before his speech was over.
17 Feb 2019 4:40 AM
Alpha Design Technologies Ltd (ADTL) has offered ‘Skylark’, an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, to the Indian armed forces. It will be on display at Aero India 2019.

Bengaluru: An eye in the sky for Army in border areas

The Indian army has evinced interest in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV).
17 Feb 2019 3:51 AM
According to an official spokesperson in the I-T Department, Selvaraj despite losing appeals to the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal and being served with a notice of demand by the Tax Recovery Officer (TRO) had failed to pay the outstanding tax arrears of Rs. 7.35 crore.

Bengaluru: Businessman held for Rs 7 crore tax default

This was the second arrest of a tax defaulter by the Department in less than a week.
17 Feb 2019 3:50 AM
He came out to look for an auto or cab. Just then an unidentified man accosted him and demanded his valuables.

Bengaluru: Army man attacked and robbed on Brigade Road

The complainant identified as Jomom Jospeh, working with ASC Training Centre, has filed a complaint with the Ashok Nagar police.
17 Feb 2019 3:49 AM
One of the major reasons behind the dismal situation of the revered water bodies is the release of domestic and industrial waste in the Storm Water Drains (SWD).

No river in Karnataka has potable water: Study

The sample collected from T.G. Halli reservoir for Arkavathi confirms Class D while river Tungabhadra at Davangere confirms to Class E.
17 Feb 2019 3:47 AM
Elevated corridor work in progress on the Inner Ring Road. (Right) 80-feet Road that was dug up has not been properly restored. (photo: DC)

Bengaluru: Infra works turn Koramangala into dust bowl

Elevated corridor and cable-laying works disrupt traffic flow, Commuters bear the brunt.
17 Feb 2019 3:46 AM
Democracy, a work in progress: At a zilla parishad panchayat samiti election at Koparde village in Karad, Maharashtra. (photo: PTI)

As polls loom, much to celebrate about India’s democracy, despite shortcomings

Real freedom is experienced when citizens can speak freely without fear.
17 Feb 2019 3:46 AM
Through its constant collection of waste, the drone prevents pollution from travelling down the water column and being deposited on the floor.

Bengaluru: Drone to clean water bodies

WasteShark will be added to Vectra’s stable of Skid Steer machines with over 20 attachments and garbage compactors.
17 Feb 2019 3:46 AM
AVM Lahiri mentioned that each of the aircraft was evaluated on 600 parameters.

Bengaluru: No corruption in Rafale deal, say experts from Defence, PSUs

Mr Saxena spoke about the requirement of Rafale, considering the enemies India has been facing across her borders on two fronts.
17 Feb 2019 3:46 AM
In 1988, UNESCO declared Hampi a world heritage site.

Ruining the ruins: Keep vandals out

Hampi was a forgotten wonder until 1856 when it was re-discovered by Alexander Greenlaw of the East India Company.
17 Feb 2019 3:45 AM
Researchers found that the success of a future mission to the red planet will depend on it having a class clown.

First human Mars mission needs comedians

Future astronauts may have to prove they have a funny bone to calm tensions.
17 Feb 2019 3:44 AM
US President Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump’s declaration of emergency sparks new divide in GoP

It’s an outcome Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and his leadership warned Trump against.
17 Feb 2019 3:42 AM
They may finally coalesce in a predictable pattern of AIADMK+ including BJP, and the DMK+ with Congress the major ally.

Tamil Nadu gamechanger: DMK, allies hold all the aces

The ruling party may be compelled by present circumstances as well as the empathy Modi had for Jayalalithaa to align.
17 Feb 2019 3:41 AM
Law enforcement officers work at the scene of a shooting at the Henry Pratt Co. on Friday in Aurora, Ill. (photo:AP)

Sacked US man kills five aides in mass shootout

Police named the suspect as Gary Martin, 45, of Aurora.
17 Feb 2019 3:40 AM
Theodore McCarrick

In a first, US cardinal Theodore McCarrick defrocked for sex abuse

Theodore McCarrick, 88, who resigned from the Vatican’s College of Cardinals in July, is the first cardinal ever to be defrocked for sex abuse.
17 Feb 2019 3:40 AM
Kulbhushan Jadhav is a former Indian navy officer accused of working for the Indian intelligence services.

India and Pakistan in UN court for Kulbhushan Jadhav's case

New Delhi’s lawyers will present their arguments on monday to the court.
17 Feb 2019 3:39 AM
Prince Mohammed bin Salman (Photo: AFP)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman might meet Taliban

Pakistani officials expect top secret interaction to take place in Islamabad.
17 Feb 2019 3:35 AM
Nizamabad district collector Dr Yogita Rana congratulates mountaineer Malavath Poorna.

Hyderabad: Malavath Poorna scales a new high, climbs Mt. Aconcagua

Poorna on Friday became the world’s first and youngest tribal woman to scale four highest mountain peaks located in four continents.
17 Feb 2019 3:34 AM
In the last few years, public health officials have been monitoring two such varieties of bird flu viruses: H7N9 and H5N8. (Photo: Representational Image)

Hyderabad: No H5N1 detected in humans in last 2 years

Although bird flu infection is fading, doctors say threat from virus still exists.
17 Feb 2019 3:33 AM
Customers relish the Arabian Mandi platter.

Hyderabad: Mandi gives tough challenge to biryani

Mandi is the most popular dish in Yemen.
17 Feb 2019 3:32 AM
The picturesque view from the top of the mountain.

Hyderabad: An escape to the top of Khilla Ghanpur

The 13th century fort with breathtaking view lies in a shambles.
17 Feb 2019 3:31 AM
Sara Ali Khan

Privileged to be here: Sara Ali Khan on ActFest

Sara Ali Khan on discussing acting at ActFest, #MeToo campaign and Pulwama attack.
17 Feb 2019 3:28 AM
(Representational Image)

Myanmar asks armed rebels to leave

Indian insurgent groups had pleaded with Myanmar Army to provide shelter in designated camps.
17 Feb 2019 3:27 AM
As a matter of fact the serious issues of global warming and climatic change due to the environmental degradation mainly caused by the emissions of the carbon dioxide due to the use of fossil fuels is very threatening.

By Invitation: We’ll all be fossils soon

The environmental issues never struck their breezy life and the mind.
17 Feb 2019 3:26 AM
Cooum river(File photo)

Was land classified as river leased out? Submit details, says Madras high court

If it is actually a river, a lease could not have been granted at all in the first place.
17 Feb 2019 3:25 AM
Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif continues to shoot despite injury

The fact is that the set of the film Bharat is put up at Mumbai’s Film City at a huge cost and the team has been shooting there.
17 Feb 2019 3:23 AM
The pollution in the Cooum was the result of public apathy and disposal of solid waste on the river bed.

Implement ‘Polluter pays’ rule, says Green Tribunal

NGT takes step against pollution of water bodies.
17 Feb 2019 3:20 AM
Mr Vatal Nagaraj said, ''We will request the KSRTC and BMTC employees’ unions not to operate buses across the state as a mark of respect for the martyrs''. (Representational Image)

Pulwama terror attack: Kannada bodies call bandh

Nagaraj said, Urging the NDA government to launch a major offensive against terror organisations, which had been targeting Indian forces.
17 Feb 2019 3:20 AM
Taapsee Pannu

Saand Ki Aankh is a happy film: Taapsee Pannu

Actress Tapsee Pannu is having a lot of fun as she shoots Saand Ki Aankh with Bhumi Pednekar.
17 Feb 2019 3:20 AM
According to market sources, in FY18, the average room rate for the hotel industry in India stood at around 5,760; while RevPAR stood at 3,837. (Representational Image)

Chennai: Hotel room tariff expected to increase

Also, occupancies across hotels in India too are witnessing a rise, hovering around the 68-69 per cent mark.
17 Feb 2019 3:18 AM
Sundeep Kishan

Sundeep Kishan in a bilingual

The film also stars Aravind Swamy and Shriya Saran in the lead roles.
17 Feb 2019 3:16 AM
Malayalam film Angamaly Diaries is all set to be remade in Telugu as Falaknuma Das.

A city connect!

The teaser of crime drama Falaknuma Das is evoking a good response.
17 Feb 2019 3:13 AM
(Representational Image)

Centre relaxes e-Visa guidelines to make it tourism business visitor friendly

The move has been hailed by the travel and tourism industry.
17 Feb 2019 3:13 AM
BS Yeddyurappa

BS Yeddyurappa, three others get bail

The court has granted interim bail to Mr Yeddyurappa, Preetham Gowda, Shivanna Gowda and Maramkal with conditions.
17 Feb 2019 3:13 AM
Former chief minister Siddaramaiah in conversation with minister Puttaranga Shetty and MP R. Dhruvanarayana at a function to release a booklet of Dhruvanarayana’s achievements in Chamarajanagar on Saturday. (Photo: KPN)

DC expose: ‘Audiogate’; Who’s behind it? And why?

It is believed audiogate was timed to stop the BJP from taking any drastic step to pull down the government during the Budget session.
17 Feb 2019 3:09 AM
Vijay Sethupathi

Vijay Sethupathi to play a baddie?

The Tamil hero is being considered for Vaishnav Tej’s debut film to be directed by Buchi Babu.
17 Feb 2019 3:08 AM
The new eVOA service offers travellers the conveniences of avoiding long queues, and eliminates the need to fill up application forms on arrival and arrange for paper documentation or local currency which travellers find challenging after a long flight. (Representational Image)

Thailand offers e-visa on arrival service for India

It can be obtained on email between 24 - 72 hours.
17 Feb 2019 3:08 AM
Sumalatha Ambareesh

Sumalatha Ambareesh offers land to martyr’s kin

Sumalatha said, Giving such great souls the respect they deserve on their final journey is the least we can do for their supreme sacrifice.
17 Feb 2019 3:03 AM
Madras high court

Agriculture most important sector of Indian economy: Madras high court

The judge posted the matter to March 11 for reporting compliance by furnishing all particulars with respect to pending applications.
17 Feb 2019 3:03 AM
Madras high court

Funds can’t be given on constituency basis: Madras HC

The funds of about 89 crore have been contributed by the NLC to the Cuddalore District Mineral Foundation Trust, Neelakandan added.
17 Feb 2019 3:01 AM
Madras high court

Chennai: Biometric finger print reader to be installed in fair price shops

The estimated expenditure for 416 shops was Rs 5.94 crore.
17 Feb 2019 2:58 AM
People take out a protest march in Bengaluru condemning the Pulwama terror attack. (Photo: KPN)

Ministers pay homage to martyr H Guru in Bengaluru

Immediately after, Guru's body was taken to his hometown of Guddigere in Maddur taluk of Mandya district for the last rites.
17 Feb 2019 2:55 AM
The driver, driving under the influence of alcohol, first hit and damaged the front portion of a fancy shop on the roadside near Kannampalayam, but drove away without stopping, police said on Saturday.

Coimbatore: Truck with drunk driver runs amok, two killed

Local shopkeepers and members of the general public who noticed the rogue lorry, gave it a hard chase.
17 Feb 2019 2:49 AM
CM H.D. Kumaraswamy consoling Kalavathi, the wife of Pulwama martyr H. Guru during his funeral at Gudigere village in Mandya district on Saturday. (Photo: KPN)

Tearful adieu to Mandya’s braveheart killed in Pulwama attack

A sea of people rush to Gudigere village as Guru’s body was brought to his home from Bengaluru.
17 Feb 2019 2:46 AM
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University

TNAU Expo focuses on efficient use of agricultural machinery

"This approach would improve the efficiency of farm machineries so as to have wider acceptance," Dr Kumar added.
17 Feb 2019 2:46 AM
Once the painting work is completed, the rail bridge is expected to become functional soon and people here hope for the same in the interests of the travelling public, pilgrims and tourists to Rameswaram.

Rameswaram: Pamban rail bridge gets fresh coat of paint

The Southern Railway took up works to mend the cracks on the girder of the two lifting spans of the bridge since December 4, 2018.
17 Feb 2019 2:43 AM
Congratulating the organisers of the function to create this unique world record, Mr Shankar said through such awareness campaigns in sufficient numbers among the people at large, the road accident rate could be significantly brought down.

Helmet Awareness: Salem women students create world record

Mr. Satheesh, was at the huge, impressive function to raise awareness among the people on the compulsory wearing of helmets.
17 Feb 2019 2:40 AM
Central Armed Police Forces (Photo: PTI)

Dilli Ka Babu: Mixed-up confusion!

The report requires the NSC’s approval after which the NSSO is supposed to make it public.
17 Feb 2019 2:37 AM
Supreme Court justice Dr Indira Banerjee

Mishandling people’s money an economic offence: Justice Indira Banerjee

Economic offences would result in affecting the growth of nation says the 29th law commission, the senior judge noted.
17 Feb 2019 2:35 AM
(From left) Organising secretary Dr Sumana Manohar, scientific chair Dr Jaishree Gajaraj A, Org. chairperson Dr Rekha Kurian, guest of honour Dr Adeola Olaitan and chief guest former health secretary J. Radhakrishnan at the inaugural function of Eve Endoscopy 2019 at a city hotel on Saturday. —DC

In a first, Chennai city to host Eve Endoscopy

The two day event is reportedly being held for the first time in India.
17 Feb 2019 2:33 AM
People participate in the funeral procession of CRPF jawan Subramanian at Savalaperi village in Thoothukudi on Saturday evening. —DC

Thousands pay homage to CRPF martyr in Sivalaperi

Adhering to tradition, Subramanian’s body was taken to the funeral ground by sounding horns.
17 Feb 2019 2:29 AM
Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman leads mourners

Two IAF planes landed at Tiruchy 25 minutes later.
17 Feb 2019 2:27 AM
Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Maulana Masood Azhar. (Photo: AP)

India must calibrate response to Jaish

The Mumbai police had a similar problem after the 1993 riots and bomb blasts and they no longer have good local networks of khabris.
17 Feb 2019 2:26 AM
C. Sivachandran

Ariyalur: Jawan Sivachandran laid to rest with full military honours

Military personnel fired 21 rounds in the air as mark of respect to the brave, departed soul.
17 Feb 2019 2:24 AM
DMDK party leader Vijayakanth returns to Chennai on Saturday after a two-month long treatment in the US. — DC

DMDK leader Vijayakanth will announce alliance soon, says wife Premalatha

Major political parties, national as well as state parties, are talking to us, Premalatha said.
17 Feb 2019 2:20 AM
Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy and Lt Governor Kiran Bedi

Lt Governor Kiran Bedi invites Puducherry CM for open discussion

She apologised to the public for the inconvenience caused by road blocks and the drumbeats at night long in and around the Raj Nivas.
17 Feb 2019 2:17 AM
Kin of ‘Kaduvetti’ J. Guru at the launch of new Vanniyar Sangam in Salem on Saturday. —DC

Vanniyar Sangam splits, Kaduvetti guru’s mom to fight Anbumani

Mr. Ayyanaar claimed that once Dr Ramadoss announced the PMK’s alliance, “many more people will quit and join us.
17 Feb 2019 2:13 AM
N.K. Singh, chairman of the 15th Finance Commission

‘With improved compliance, the GST’s implementation will streamline further’

The issue of guaranteed 14 per cent compensation to states which covers two years of my tenure, is not in dispute.
17 Feb 2019 2:12 AM
State health secretary Dr J. Radhakrishnan

Tamil Nadu health secretary of 7 years shunted out

This 1992 batch officer Radhakrishnan was transferred to the Transport Department on Saturday.
17 Feb 2019 2:11 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Edappadi K Palaniswami

Jobs to kin of slain Tamil Nadu CRPF men: Edappadi K Palaniswami

The other jawan from TN killed was C. Sivachandran.
17 Feb 2019 2:07 AM
Tamil Nadu government

NGT slaps Rs 100 crore fine on Tamil Nadu government

The NGT has also summoned the chief secretary before the Tribunal on April 24, 2019.
17 Feb 2019 2:02 AM
Police said that chances of miscreants being Keralites are high as the doctor has given in her statement that she heard the two talking Malayalam to each other.

Kochi: Thieves tie up lady doctor, rob ornaments

She lives alone as her husband is working in the United States and son, a Navy doctor resides in Mumbai.
17 Feb 2019 2:01 AM
Adoor Prakash

Thiruvananthapuram: Defeated leaders to be kept out

But an exception has been made in the case of Konni MLA Adoor Prakash who may be fielded from Attingal Lok Sabha seat.
17 Feb 2019 1:59 AM
PS Sreedharan Pillai

PS Sreedharan Pillai forced to eat his words

The list was neither discussed in the core committee meeting nor in the election committee whose convenor is Muraleedharan.
17 Feb 2019 1:57 AM
Kerala Financial Corporation

KPC planning to tap market again

He said the corporation had plans to tap the market again before the end of the current financial year if the market moves favourably.
17 Feb 2019 1:55 AM
The deceased were identified as Konda Vijaya Laxmi, 52, an Anganwadi worker, and Salvandi Anasuya 43, of Rama-krishnapur, police said. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Sleepy driver causes mishap, 2 women killed

“The driver fell asleep on the wheel which led to the accident,” a police officer said.
17 Feb 2019 1:51 AM
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

CM Pinarayi Vijayan to inaugurate post-flood projects today in Ernakulam

This includes handing over the keys of the 75th house rebuilt after floods and the 1001 house built under the Life Mission.
17 Feb 2019 1:51 AM
SPC Loknath Behera inaugurates the CBSE managers and principals meet in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday

Thiruvananthapuram: CBSE meet flays ‘detrimental laws’

The state government should issue certificates for submitting to the CBSE for extending the recognition without delay.
17 Feb 2019 1:49 AM
Shashi Tharoor

Shashi Tharoor bats for more air connectivity

MP criticises state govt for levying 28 per cent aviation fuel tax which is among highest in country.
17 Feb 2019 1:48 AM
The accused was caught red-handed accepting Rs 2,000 as the final payment of the bribe from complainant Guttikonda Murali Satyanarayana Vara Prasad. (Representional Image)

Raidurgam sub-inspector nabbed by ACB

The sub-inspector demanded money to ‘manage’ a case and give station bail in a particular case.
17 Feb 2019 1:48 AM
Sitaram Yechury

Sitaram Yechury bats for stern action against terror

The CPM general secretary said along with the Samrakshana of Kerala there was also dire need to protect the country.
17 Feb 2019 1:46 AM
The police has registered the case under CrPC Section 174 and investigations are underway. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Techie, 25, ends life due to health issues

According to the Madhapur police, the victim, V. Srividya, 25, hailed from Mumbai.
17 Feb 2019 1:45 AM
Sr Lucy Kalappurakkal.

Sr Lucy Kalappurakkal receives third notice with warning of expulsion

FCC unhappy with replies, warns expulsion.
17 Feb 2019 1:45 AM
In addition to drunk driving cases, one violator was also jailed for three days for dangerous driving. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: 468 jailed for traffic violations in 15 days

During the special drive on drunken drivers, as many as 1,788 drunk driving cases were registered and a fine of Rs 38 lakh was imposed.
17 Feb 2019 1:42 AM
Kodiyeri Balakrishnan

CPM, NSS not enemies: Kodiyeri Balakrishnan

The CPM leader lauded the stand taken by SNDP and KPMS.
17 Feb 2019 1:42 AM
Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Markandeya Katju chats with All India Mahila Congress general secretary Apsara Reddy during the release of the book titled Quran Akamporul in Kochi on Saturday. (SUNOJ NINAN MATHEW.)

Markendaya Katju warns against Vietnam Syndrome

‘A solution for Kashmir problem is unification of India, Pakistan and Bangladesh as a single country’
17 Feb 2019 1:41 AM
Narasimhulu registered a complaint with the Neredmet Police, who in turn arrested Polichetty and seven others. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: 8 arrested for buying land, refusing to repay

Polichetty then started postponing the payments and started threatening Narasimhulu and his wife,” the ACP said.
17 Feb 2019 1:41 AM
Dr. Niji Justin

Congress may field women in Thrissur, Wayanad

In the 2014 Lok Sabha election, K. P. Dhanapalan and P. C. Chacko swapped Chalakudy and Thrissur seats and both were defeated.
17 Feb 2019 1:39 AM
The accused mainly committed offences on the outskirts of city areas like Hayathnagar, Vanasthalipuram, Meerpet and others (Representation image)

Hyderabad: Duo had committed 16 thefts in 2018 alone

Last year alone, the duo struck 16 times in Rachakonda.
17 Feb 2019 1:37 AM
Mahila Mall. (File pic)

Kozhikode: Civic body steps in to save Mahila Mall

Flower show, food fest, eating competition.
17 Feb 2019 1:37 AM
The duo had committed 61 offences throughout the country, including 21 under the limits of the Rachakonda commissionerate. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Burglars involved in 61 thefts arrested

They used to dress like businessmen to not draw attention.
17 Feb 2019 1:35 AM
Currently 25 cancer patients are in queue for wigs at CCRC and a function is being planned to donate them wigs in association with CCRC authorities.

Change in stand hits CCRC wig donation

The Wig Club at CCRC which was inaugurated in November 2017 on the occasion of the first anniversary of CCRC OP wing.
17 Feb 2019 1:35 AM
Dinesh Karthik.

Over the top: Doors are not entirely shut on Dinesh Karthik, Ravindra Jadeja

Karthik and Jadeja being bumped off particularly the former is more complex.
17 Feb 2019 1:35 AM
The EIR-21 Express during the special 8 km trip from Ernakulam junction to Cochin Harbour Terminus Line in Kochi in on Saturday. (ARUN CHANdRABOSE)

Kochi: Oldest loco enthralls rail lovers

EIR 21 Express chugs to Harbour Terminus.
17 Feb 2019 1:34 AM
(Representional Image)

Hyderabad: Man booked for tresspassing, harassment

According to the police, Khalid Bin Mazi, an MIM leader, was booked for harassing a married woman.
17 Feb 2019 1:33 AM
Kerala University

Kerala University plans Nobel museum to encourage research

The museum complex will work as a centre of true motivation for aspiring student.
17 Feb 2019 1:32 AM
Telangana government

Upgrade of teachers’ posts get Telangana government nod

The pay scale for language pandits and physical education teachers would now range from Rs 28,940 to Rs 78,910.
17 Feb 2019 1:31 AM
In the last one-month, Supplyco has procured 2,674 metric tonnes of paddy from Kuttanad. The yield has been 2.5 metric tonnes per acre whereas the state average is 2.2 metric tonnes.

Floods bless paddy fields of Kuttanad

Harvest this season is higher by 10 per cent, say farmers.
17 Feb 2019 1:30 AM
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation

GHMC to hold photo exhibition on February 19

Mr Kishore asked officials to showcase the before and after pictures of the developmental activities.
17 Feb 2019 1:30 AM
Kerala Agricultural University

Climate to top Kerala Agricultural University agenda

The varsity will reorient its research focus on developing technologies for climate resilience in agriculture.
17 Feb 2019 1:28 AM
The official said the board needed Rs 111 crore to build a water treatment plant, Rs 39 crore to get first stage forest clearance and Rs 288 crore to compensation patta land owners, and 50 per cent assigned land. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Keshavapuram project to take off after Cabinet expansion

The government has assured that it would allocate money for the reservoir in next week’s vote-on-account Budget.
17 Feb 2019 1:28 AM
The maximum number of people belong to the group which sees the significance of energy but are unsure about their role as changing agent. They are the 'mindfulwanderers'.

Kerala must catch’em young

Energy conservation and management and usage of renewable energy sources are the prime area of focus.
17 Feb 2019 1:27 AM
Kusal Perera

Kusal Perera fires Sri Lanka to sensational win

Victory seemed unlikely when the ninth wicket fell with the total on 226, with the tourists chasing a target of 304.
17 Feb 2019 1:27 AM
Niloufer Hospital

Hyderabad: Man assaults 'Niloufer Hospital' Jr doctor for a 10-month-old baby death

Hospital blamed for baby’s death.
17 Feb 2019 1:25 AM
Robin Vadakkumcherry

Kannur: Rapist priest gets 20 year under Pocso

PoCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) court judge P.N. Vinod also imposed a fine of Rs 3 lakh on him.
17 Feb 2019 1:22 AM
To protest, BJP workers raised slogans against the president and secretary of Urdu Academy. (Representational Images)

BJP leaders protest against Urdu Academy

The Urdu Academy, which had planned a series of mushairas across the state, organised the first one in Nizamabad.
17 Feb 2019 1:22 AM
Ben Simmons getting noticed with Philadelphia 76ers. (Photo: AP)

Australian Big Ben rings a bell

Moving to the USA, he reset his goals on the basketball court and has never looked back since.
17 Feb 2019 1:20 AM
Additional commissioner Shikha Goel who participated in the candlelight march said the sacrifice of the CRPF personnel would be remembered forever. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Protests erupt in Old City against Pulwana attack

Journalists who carried out candle march said it was not Jaish-e-Mohammed (Mohammad’s Force), but dushman Mohammed (enemy of Mohammed).
17 Feb 2019 1:19 AM
A scene of the spot after militants attacked a CRPF convoy in Goripora area of Awantipora town in Pulwama district of J&K on Thursday. At least 49 CRPF jawans were killed in the attack. (Photo: PTI)

The lingering aftermath of our finest hour in 1971

The Pakistani deep state believes that over a period of four decades this strategy has paid them rich dividends.
17 Feb 2019 1:17 AM
Telangana High court

PIL in Telangana High court seeking new building to house OGH

Except for the IP block, other buildings could be demolished as it has been categorised as a Heritage building.
17 Feb 2019 1:16 AM
Team USA’s Kyle Kuzma goes for a dunk against Team World during the NBA All-Star Rising Stars game on Friday in Charlotte. (Photo: AP)

Kyle Kuzma's USA shine

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics was the second best for USA with 30 points and nine rebounds.
17 Feb 2019 1:16 AM
(Representational image | PTI)

Bharatkeveer site crashes

The screen displayed an error,” said Mr Rahul Rajkumar from Mumbai, who tried depositing money on Saturday.
17 Feb 2019 1:15 AM
N. Chandrababu Naidu Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh

Now, Rayalaseema feels neglected

Leaders demand decentralised development of the region.
17 Feb 2019 1:14 AM
Government of Andhra Pradesh

AP government announces Rs 5 lakh ex gratia to jawans kin

N. Chandrababu Naidu said that the AP government had decided to give exgratia of Rs 5 lakh for each of the families of the dead.
17 Feb 2019 1:10 AM
N Uttam Kumar Reddy

Lok Sabha polls Rahul Gandhi v/s PM Modi, says N Uttam Kumar Reddy

Mr Uttam Kumar Reddy said that the Congress would win the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.
17 Feb 2019 1:10 AM
Citizens offer tributes to the martyred CRPF jawans of Pulwama terror attack, by lighting candles at Necklace Road on Saturday.

How India can hurt Pakistan’s business

It has already dealt a blow by withdrawing Pak’s Most Favoured Nation status.
17 Feb 2019 1:07 AM
Karthi and Rakul Preet Singh in the still from Dev.

Dev movie review: This Dev is very boring!

The film has different shades but director Rajath Ravishankar does not focus on any of them.
17 Feb 2019 1:07 AM
The Supreme Court has deprecated the practice but done little to end it. (Photo: DC)

Stop misusing transfers to rein in civil & police officers

Decisions taken at a political level in government are implemented without question at the operational level.
17 Feb 2019 1:06 AM
Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao had asked Mr Reddy to join hands for the Federal Front at the national level.

YSRC rules out truck with TRS

The YSRC has no tie-up with any party ahead of the elections but there may be one after the results are declared, he said
17 Feb 2019 1:06 AM
Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

YSRC confident of win after success of yatra

Naidu’s winning factors in 2014 gone, says Jagan.
17 Feb 2019 1:03 AM
Mohan Guruswamy has often pointed out lacunae in the government’s policies on economy and security.

Facebook blocks DC columnist

It doesn’t give reasons for blocking Mohan Guruswamy.
17 Feb 2019 1:03 AM
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy plans to embark upon bus yatra to cover rest of Andhra Pradesh

Mr Reddy had covered 2,516 villages in 134 constituencies out of 175 segments in the state.
17 Feb 2019 1:01 AM
Zeeshan Ali

Hyderabad: Teen tries to tear national flag, beaten up

Following a commotion between the youth and other people, the Lake Police detained him.
17 Feb 2019 1:00 AM
Ranveer Singh in a still from Gully Boy.

Gully Boy movie review: Just too good

Gully Boy, based on the real life story of Mumbai-based rap stars Naezy and Divine, and written by Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar.
17 Feb 2019 1:00 AM
According to sources, there are more than one lakh buildings in the core and peripheral circles of the GHMC area that are not fire-safe.

Over 1.6 lakh commercial buildings not fire-safe

Out of 2.42 lakh commercial establishments, only 81,000 have obtained fire safety certificate.
17 Feb 2019 12:57 AM
Curfew remained in force in Jammu City for the second consecutive day on Saturday in view of Friday’s violence during which irate crowds torched dozens of vehicles.

Unrest in valley over attacks on Kashmiris

Jammu’s deputy commissioner Ramesh Kumar, said the situation was being reviewed at a meeting of the officers.
17 Feb 2019 12:54 AM
John Coveyou, CEO, Genius Games

A real game changer

John Coveyou has designed several engaging board games to help simplify scientific concepts and make learning easier.
17 Feb 2019 12:52 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flags off Vande Bharat Express, India's first semi-high speed train at New Delhi railway station on Friday. The train has been able to attain a maximum speed of 130 kmph during its inaugural run between Delhi and Varanasi, officials said. (Photo: DC)

Vande Bharat Exp lessons

The train’s manufacturing cost is 40 per cent less than if imported from Europe.
17 Feb 2019 12:52 AM
Madhuri Dixit-Nene

Filmmaking has become more disciplined: Madhuri Dixit-Nene

Madhuri Dixit on how filmmaking has changed over the years, her upcoming film Total Dhamaal and the controversy surrounding Mungda remix.
17 Feb 2019 12:51 AM
Amrita Mahale

Lull after the storm

Amrita Mahale’s debut novel is a fascinating read into the world of middle class Mumbai, its people and their lives.
17 Feb 2019 12:51 AM
Warrior Pose PHOTOS: Brandon Gabriel Isaacs

Yoga can mould you into a leader

These postures keep one calm and ready to take action.
17 Feb 2019 12:50 AM
The beauty of the place enthralled him so much that he decided to capture it in frames.

A call to honour

Photographer Arjun Menon has combined his passion for travel with photography.
17 Feb 2019 12:50 AM
Nitish Kumar

Muzaffarpur shelter home case: Court tells CBI to probe Nitish Kumar

The petition and court’s observation in the case may cause rumblings in political circles here.
17 Feb 2019 12:48 AM
Separately, a soldier was injured after Pakistani troops fired from small arms on Indian forward posts along the de facto border in the same district later during the day, the defence sources said.

Army Major killed in explosion along LoC in Rajouri district in J&K

Official was killed while defusing IED near LoC.
17 Feb 2019 12:45 AM
Union home minister Rajnath Singh shoulders the coffin of a slain CRPF jawan in Budgam on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

In the face of terror, avoid partisanship

In Srinagar, his remaining two observations betray a lack of familiarity with the ground realities.
17 Feb 2019 12:45 AM
The Princess Constellation.

Strutting in style

A pair of heels will upgrade your style and personality and the one encrusted with diamonds will definitely be a head-turner.
17 Feb 2019 12:43 AM
Canopic jars where Tutankhamun’s viscera were reportedly kept. The dark spots are believed to be his blood.

Life on the Nile

Egypt sits proudly on its 5,000-year history, straddling the ancient and the modern with élan.
17 Feb 2019 12:42 AM
The SEC also alleges that Cognizant authorised the construction firm to make two additional bribes totaling more than USD 1.6 million.

Cognizant used sham change order

Cognizant allegedly used sham change order requests to conceal the payments it made to reimburse the firm, SEC said.
17 Feb 2019 12:40 AM
As alleged in the complaint, Cognizant’s president Gordon Coburn and Chief Legal Officer Steven E. Schwartz authorised the contractor to pay the bribe.

Cognizant bribes Tamil Nadu staff, to pay $25 million penalty

Cognizant has agreed to pay $25 million to settle charges that it violated the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the SEC said.
17 Feb 2019 12:38 AM
As part of sub- conventional conflict like a surgical strike, IAF demonstrated its ability to insert and extricate troops from hostile territories.

Indian Air Force carries out mega exercise at Pokhran

Over 81 fighter jets from Indian Air Force were in action on Saturday at the Western border with Pakistan.
17 Feb 2019 12:32 AM
(Photo: Representative Image)

The employment crisis

India’s economy has been growing rapidly, but are thereenough jobs to keep pace?
17 Feb 2019 12:31 AM
India on Saturday raised the customs duty to 200 per cent on all goods imported from the neighbouring country, including fresh fruits, cement, petroleum products and mineral ore.

Pakistan never gave MFN status to India

India granted MFN status to Pakistan way back in 1996.
17 Feb 2019 12:26 AM
Family members of slain CRPF jawan Sanjay Kumar Singh pay their last respects before his funeral procession, at Masaurhi, in Patna on Saturday. (PTI)

Pulwama terror attack: India hikes import duty on Pakistan goods to 200 per cent

India readies dossier to get Pakistan blacklisted for terror links.
17 Feb 2019 12:23 AM
Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao

K Chandrasekhar Rao may give Nalgonda MP Cabinet berth

Most of the remaining 11 MPs will be renominated, except for one or two. Khammam will be the sticking point.
17 Feb 2019 12:17 AM
Riteish Deshmukh

‘In Marathi, I choose the subject. In Bollywood, subjects choose me’

Although the actor has been a part of several commercial films, he didn’t have a breakthrough in Bollywood.
17 Feb 2019 12:16 AM
K Chandrasekhar Rao

K Chandrasekhar Rao undecided on fighting Lok Sabha polls

It is learnt that Mr Rao is undecided on contesting for the Lok Sabha in pursuit of his Federal Front dream.
17 Feb 2019 12:15 AM
The project is headed by The Shola Trust in collaborations with The Elephant Family, and The Elephant collective.

CoExist Exhibition from today

The project is headed by The Shola Trust in collaborations with The Elephant Family, and The Elephant collective.
17 Feb 2019 12:15 AM
Eswar.

Debutant tests the waters

NRI Eswar will make his Telugu debut with 4 Letters, directed by Raghuraj.
17 Feb 2019 12:07 AM
Nanditha Raj

Viswamitra is all set to thrill!

The upcoming film, directed by Raajkiran, is apparently based on real-life incidents.
17 Feb 2019 12:07 AM
Dil Raju.

96 remake in trouble?

Differences have already cropped up between the director and producer of the film.
17 Feb 2019 12:07 AM
A still from the music video Biba starring Shah Rukh Khan with Marshmello.

Mello Gang welcomes Marshmello

One of the leading DJs in the world currently, Marshmello’s concert by Vh1 Supersonic had the town abuzz for days now.
17 Feb 2019 12:06 AM
A file photo of Mohan Babu, Vishnu, Manoj and Lakshmi posing with Narendra Modi.

Manchu Manoj family wooing YS Jagan Mohan Reddy

Rumour is Mohan Babu is hoping any one member of his family gets a YSRCP ticket to contest the coming Lok Sabha elections.
17 Feb 2019 12:06 AM
Prateik Babbar

Prateik Babbar gets trolled

Raj Babbarji has tried his level best to reason with Prateik. But it doesn’t work.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Some of the early artworks of Vaikuntam on display.

A visual delight

Exclusive drawings and limited edition sculptures by Thota Vaikuntam are on display in a solo show at Kalakriti.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Aravind SA

Bringing ‘Madras Da’ flavour to planet show

Aravind SA is an internet sensation whose popularity is not just limited to India.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox

All is well!

CBS reported that while the plane was a little wobbly after hitting the runway, no one on board was injured.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Kuralarasan with dad T.Rajendar

All religions are the same to me: T. Rajendar

Kuralarasan’s dad T. Rajendar and mom Usha were also present when his son embraced Islam.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Brosnahan stands to reportedly make as much as triple her previous salary, potentially earning up to $300,000 per episode, and may also get a piece of the show’s back end with her new agreement.

Mrs Maisel’s stars get big raises

Brosnahan stands to reportedly make as much as triple her previous salary, potentially earning up to $300,000 per episode.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Mandy Moore

Shane West calls Mandy Moore the strongest woman

To which West commented, “Warmest hug EVER to the strongest woman I know.”
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Instagram is also launching new creative tools for Stories, including camera effects, stickers and custom templates, all those options designed and conceptualised by black voices at Instagram.

Virtual space opens to black stories

As part of the observance and to promote the month, Instagram and Snapchat have launched new features.
17 Feb 2019 12:05 AM
Jewellery from Kiwi by Musskan Agarwaal

Here comes the BOHO bride!

Millenial brides are now opting to make an individualistic style statement.
17 Feb 2019 12:04 AM
GV Prakash

Prakash teams up with Ezhil for comedy caper

The music composer turned hero has several films in his kitty.
17 Feb 2019 12:04 AM
Kulsum Hothur Shadab

Making a splash in Milan!

Bengaluru’s Kulsum Hothur Shadab will be showcasing these stunning turbans at a prestigious international fashion event which begins today.
17 Feb 2019 12:04 AM
Launching in the U.S., LinkedIn Live will first be invite-only and only in the coming weeks will the platform post a contact form for others who want to get in on the action.

Go live on LinkedIn!

With its own live-streaming option, the professional social network is soon to begin closed beta-testing in the US.
17 Feb 2019 12:04 AM
Still from (Ellam Mela Irukkuravan ) Aari & Shaashvi

Aari’s rendezvous with aliens

Close sources reveal that EMIP is a commercial sci-fi space film with space ships and aliens featured in it.
17 Feb 2019 12:04 AM
Shannon Gabriel.

Down with homophobia

Root’s cool remark was picked up by the stump microphone in a match in St. Lucia in the West Indies.
17 Feb 2019 12:03 AM
Suchitra Krishnamoorthi.

Suchitra Krishnamoorthi accused of spreading hatred

But the former actor-singer isn’t worried, explains her reasoning behind making the controversial tweets.
17 Feb 2019 12:03 AM
Her work titled Lives of Land has been put up at Mohammed Ali Warehouse in Mattancherry.

Nature in true colours

Artist Ahalya’s work on display at Students Biennale is inspired from the deluge last year.
17 Feb 2019 12:02 AM
A still from Madhura Raja

Mammooty is a down to earth star, says Jai

Actor Jai, who is making his debut in Madhura Raja, speaks about sharing screen space with Mammootty and shaking a leg with Sunny Leone again.
17 Feb 2019 12:02 AM
Byre Gowda

Less fuel, more power!

This youngster’s three-wheeled solar power vehicle is a step forward in reducing pollution in the city.
17 Feb 2019 12:01 AM
Jai and Mammootty in Madhura Raja 2

Mammooty is a down to earth star, says Jai

The Subramaniapuram actor who is making his debut in the Malayalam film Madhura Raja sharing screen space with legendary star Mammootty.
17 Feb 2019 12:01 AM
Congress MP Navjot Singh Sidhu’s insensitive remarks on the CRPF attack has stirred the hornet’s nest.

Country stands united

The film industry and Sports fraternity has cancelled and postponed events.
17 Feb 2019 12:00 AM
Eco-conscious millennials – singles and couples – are increasingly forgoing parenthood stating that procreation is morally wrong and destructive to the earth and nature.

No Kidding!

An acronym for Green Inclination No Kids, GINK is the new DINK!.
17 Feb 2019 12:00 AM
US President Donald Trump gives a thumbs up as he returns to the White House after his annual physical exam on February 8, 2019. (Photo: AFP)

Trump mildly obese but in good health

Trump puts on weight as compared to last year but is in 'very good health,' says doctor.
16 Feb 2019 8:39 PM
Jim Bridenstine, head of the US aerospace agency NASA, says he hopes to have austronauts back on the moon by 2028. (Photo: AFP)

NASA eager to camp on the Moon

NASA heading back to Moon soon and this time to stay.
16 Feb 2019 7:55 PM
the study discovered that older women had higher local network efficiency and lower global network efficiency than older men. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Sex matters when it comes to brain health in old age

Exercise gives older men a better brain boost than older women: Study.
16 Feb 2019 7:35 PM
The state government decided to offer ex-gratia payment to the slain jawans' families while the people of Andhra Pradesh voiced their protest over the "dastardly" act, the chief minister added. (Photo: File)

Pulwama attack: AP govt announces Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia each to kin of 40 jawans

Pledging support to the Centre on whatever action it intends to take to stamp out terrorism: Chandrababu Naidu.
16 Feb 2019 6:35 PM
The victory was a testimony to Vidarbha's teamwork as they defeated a Rest of India side comprising Ajinkya Rahane, Hanma Vihari. Shreyas Iyer and Mayank Agarwal without their season's top scorer Wasim Jaffer and pacer Umesh Yadav. (Photo: PTI)

Vidarbha retain Irani Cup crown, donate prize money for Pulwama martyr's children

Vidarbha has now become the third team after Mumbai and Karnataka to clinch two Irani Cup titles in a row.
16 Feb 2019 6:26 PM
It would have more than 5,000 shops, 300 retail outlets with world-class infrastructure, warehousing, logistics, supply and trade ecosystem. (Photo: Twitter)

SPR Group signs two MoUs with Jaquar Group

SPR Group, Managing Director, Hitesh Kawad exchanged documents with Jaquar Group, Director and Promoter, Rajesh Mehra.
16 Feb 2019 6:24 PM
Sharanagouda, on Wednesday, had filed a police complaint against the BJP leaders over an alleged audiotape. (File Photo)

Yeddyurappa, others get bail in Karnataka audio clip row

BS Yeddyurappa, Preetham Gowda, Shivanna Gowda, and Marakal on Saturday got bail in the case registered by Sharanagouda.
16 Feb 2019 6:18 PM
Saina had also defeated 2016 Rio Games silver medallist Sindhu at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games summit clash last year. (Photo: AFP)

Saina Nehwal beats Sindhu to retain Senior Nationals crown, Sourabh claims 3rd title

Saina used her powerful smashes to telling effect, registering a 21-18 21-15 win against Sindhu, a two-time winner, in the summit clash.
16 Feb 2019 6:17 PM
FTIL, now rechristened as 63 Moons Technologies, had tendered an unconditional apology, but Bombay High Court refused to accept it. (Photo: File)

NSEL scam: Bombay High Court issues notice to NSEL, FTIL for siphoning funds

NSEL and FTIL have been asked to submit their response by February 22.
16 Feb 2019 6:16 PM
Prime Minister Modi is in Maharashtra to launch various development projects. (Photo:ANI)

PM lauds jawans for performing duties selflessly, tears will be answered

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the entire nation is mourning the killing of CRPF jawans.
16 Feb 2019 6:11 PM
Wang Yi's message to Swaraj said, 'countries in the region should enhance cooperation, jointly address the threat of terrorism and maintain regional peace and security'. (Photo: PTI | File)

Pulwama attack: China makes no mention of Pak in condolence message

Chinese Foreign Minister sent condolence message on terrorism as common enemy of mankind.
16 Feb 2019 6:09 PM
The launch of these three new stores in Coimbatore besides the re-launch of another store in the city will help Titan Eyeplus expand its retail network and reach and offer a wide range of its frames and lenses for its customers. (Photo: Twitter)

Titan Eyeplus launches three new stores in Coimbatore

The expansion is aimed at offering enhanced shopping experience to its customers.
16 Feb 2019 6:09 PM
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