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Telangana govt allows all Muslim staff, including teachers and public-sector employees, to leave work at 4 pm during Ramzan. This helps them return home for iftar, evening prayers, and rest. Starting Feb 18, the move supports religious duties, reduces fatigue, and promotes harmony between work and faith, reflecting the state’s commitment to inclusivity.
Fresh tensions have surfaced in Karnataka as the power-sharing debate between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar resurfaces. Speculation over leadership change has reignited political discussions within the ruling party. While both leaders maintain public unity, internal dynamics and succession talks continue to fuel uncertainty.
The Supreme Court today granted bail to Ashpak Basha Makandar in the 2024 Pune Porsche accident case on grounds of parity. Makandar, jailed for 20 months, was accused of helping tamper with blood sample evidence of minor occupants after a May 19, 2024 crash in Kalyani Nagar that killed two IT professionals. While other co-accused […]
The Telangana state cabinet, led by CM Revanth Reddy, is set to convene on Feb 23, with several key decisions expected. Key agenda items include finalizing dates for the upcoming legislative assembly and council sessions. Also, the cabinet may deliberate on conducting polls for GHMC, MPTC, and ZPTC bodies, signaling a push to streamline electoral […]
The BCCI selectors have revealed India women’s team for 3-match ODI series against Australia. The matches will be played on Feb 24, 27 and March 1. India-W squad: Harmanpreet(C), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Uma Chetry, Kashvee Gautam, Amanjot, Jemimah, Harleen and Pratika.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has arrived in India to deliver the keynote address at the AI Impact Summit on February 20. The tech leader, who was born in India and is now based in the United States, expressed his delight at returning to his homeland. He tweeted about the warm welcome he received and the […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 83553.59, up at 102.63 points or 0.12%, and the Nifty was at 25752.65, up at 27.25 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.64 against the dollar.
India’s Super Eight opponents in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 are confirmed today after Zimbabwe qualified for Super 8. In Group 1, India will face South Africa on Feb 22, Zimbabwe on Feb 26, and the West Indies on March 1. Undefeated so far, India aims to defend their title, win at home, and […]
Producers in Tollywood are voicing concern over the stringent approach of the Central Board of Film Certification, saying frequent objections to film titles like Hey Bhagwan and Chai Wala force costly changes. Small-budget filmmakers argue the tough scrutiny inflates branding expenses and question why similar flexibility appears to be granted to bigger films.
Bengaluru Airport saw a 38% rise in stem volumes and 64% in tonnage, remaining India’s top perishable export hub for 5 years. International shipments held at 305 MT, led by Singapore, with new destinations including Los Angeles and London Gatwick. Domestically, 2,402 MT of roses were transported, up 79%, driven by Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Guwahati.
