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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 82276.07, up at 50.15 points or 0.06%, and the Nifty was at 25482.50, up at 57.85 points or 0.23%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.94 against the dollar.
Arvind Kejriwal inaugurated a new e-library in Benaulim, Goa, offering over 10,000 digital books. The library supports competitive exam preparation for JEE, NEET, and CLAT and includes green learning initiatives. Around 4,500 students from eight local schools will benefit, gaining free access to NCERT textbooks and other study resources.
At Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s Udaipur wedding, fans and media buzzed with excitement. Kannada star Rishab Shetty, previously associated with Rashmika, was asked about the wedding but only said “thank you” and walked away. Speaking at length about his film “Jai Hanuman,” he remained silent on the wedding, sparking curiosity and speculation.
Indian star batter Abhishek Sharma remains No. 1 in the ICC T20I batting rankings, while opener Ishan Kishan has entered the top five. In bowling, Varun Chakravarthy stays first. Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza leads the all-rounders. Several players from South Africa, the West Indies, and Afghanistan also improved their rankings.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will host “Tribes Art Fest 2026” at Travancore House, Delhi, from March 2-13. Featuring 70+ tribal artists and 1,000+ artworks across 30 traditions, the festival includes exhibitions, workshops, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and cultural performances, promoting tribal art, women’s leadership, and economic empowerment.
Steel industry veteran Jatinder Mehra has passed away, leaving a lasting impact on India’s metals sector. He served at Essar Group, SAIL, and RINL, leading major projects like Hazira and Paradip steel plants. Honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award, Mehra is remembered as a visionary leader and mentor.
Sri Lanka’s former SIS Chief, Major General (Retd) Suresh Sallay, was arrested in Peliyagoda over the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings that killed 279 and injured 500+. Alleged to have links with the attackers and accused of enabling the attacks to influence the presidential election, Sallay denies wrongdoing. The arrest advances the ongoing investigation.
In Tollywood, the zombie genre remains largely unexplored, but “Zombie Reddy” proved its potential with thrilling entertainment, due to Prasanth Varma and Teja Sajja. The sequel, “Zombie Reddy 2,” reunites Sajja with People Media Factory. Prasanth Varma wrote the story, but a new director, set to surprise audiences, will helm the wilder, deadlier installment.
India’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has broken into the top 10 of the ICC T20 bowlers’ rankings, climbing seven places to eighth position. He claimed 3 wickets for just 15 runs against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026. South Africa’s Corbin Bosch moved up to third, while West Indies’ Matthew Forde advanced to […]
Praveen Khandelwal has again urged renaming Delhi as Indraprastha, citing its Mahabharat-era links to the Pandavas’ capital on the Yamuna. In a letter to Amit Shah, he said “Delhi” reflects only medieval history. He cited Archaeological Survey of India excavations at Purana Qila as evidence supporting restoration of the capital’s ancient civilizational identity.
Nearly 300 first-year MBA students of the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur boycotted their mid-term exam after 40 classmates were debarred for attending an unauthorized farewell party and returning late to campus. The students staged a silent protest. The issue has been resolved, and the postponed exam will be conducted later, an official said.
“With Love” released in theatres on February 6, in Tamil and Telugu, marking the acting debut of Abishan Jeevinth, who starred alongside Anaswara Rajan. Directed by newcomer Madhan, the romantic comedy received a decent response from audiences and critics. Reports suggest Netflix may premiere it on March 6, with additional language versions also expected.
Sipping water from a clay pot in the morning during summer not only refreshes but also nourishes your body with essential minerals and natural electrolytes. This traditional practice boosts energy, and helps prevent acidity, gas, and dehydration. Regular consumption can even support respiratory health, making it a simple yet powerful way to stay hydrated.
The Kerala High Court today said it will hear arguments on pleas against “The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond” in the post-lunch session. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas scheduled a detailed hearing today at 3 PM. The court had earlier orally observed that the film’s teaser and trailers depict Kerala’s communal harmony in a misleading […]
AP Health Minister Satyakumar Yadav (SKY) assured that diarrhea patients in Srikakulam are now receiving improved care. Highlighting years of neglected water treatment, he confirmed that fresh chlorination measures have been implemented and water samples sent for testing. Minister Satyakumar provided the updates while responding to questions from YSRCP MLCs.