Tuesday, February 17, 2026

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‘No WhatsApp, FB messenger’: Terror groups in Pak switch to new messaging apps

Amid a raging debate over privacy offered by messaging platforms like WhatsApp, terrorist groups and their handlers from Pakistan are switching to new applications which include one developed by a Turkish company, officials here said. The three new applications came...

US President Joe Biden, UK PM Boris Johnson discuss transatlantic ties, Covid-19, climate change in phone call

Joe Biden conveyed his intention to strengthen the "special relationship" with the UK in his first call as the US President with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, during which the two leaders re-committed to the NATO alliance and agreed...

Why Joe Biden’s immigration plan may be risky for Democrats

As one of his first acts, Biden offered a sweeping immigration overhaul last week that would provide a path to US citizenship for the estimated 11 million people who are in the United States illegally. It would also codify provisions...

Study: Deep sleep prevents neurodegenerative disease, crucial for brain health

A new study lead by researchers from Northwestern University highlights the importance of getting a deep sleep for good brain health. The study published in the journal Science Advances shows that by examining fruit flies' brain activity and behaviour, the...

India Lockdown: Prateik Babbar, Sai Tamhankar in Madhur Bhandarkar’s next, film to go on floor next week

Taking to Twitter, Madhur wrote: "Film India Lockdown is all set to go on floor next week. Here’s a teaser poster. Give your love. @prateikbabbar @SaieTamhankar @AahanaKumra @shweta_official @ShihabZarin #PrakashBelawadi #IndiaLockdown." The poster shows a big lock dominating the frame...

Ajinkya Rahane receives hero’s welcome with dhol and flowers on arrival in Mumbai- Watch

After leading India to a historic Test series win Down Under, stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane landed in Mumbai on Thursday morning. As expected, he received a hero’s welcome on his arrival at home. A huge number of cricket fans gathered...

Feels amazing but don’t want to be compared with Dhoni: Rishabh Pant aims to ‘make a name’ for himself in Indian cricket

Rishabh Pant feels 'amazing' when people compare him with the legendary MS Dhoni but the India wicket-keeper batsman wants to 'make a name' for himself in Indian cricket. Pant, who has been pitted as Dhoni's successor in all three...

MP transfers cash directly to farmers, earns additional borrowing capacity

Madhya Pradesh has become the first state to implement the direct cash transfer of power subsidy to farmers as stipulated by the Union finance ministry under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) stimulus package. This has earned the state an...

Amid bird flu scare in Uttarakhand, more hens die in poultry farms

After around 150 hens died in a poultry farm in Tehri Garhwal last week, deaths of hens have been reported from Udham Singh Nagar, the Uttarakhand veterinary department said Thursday. Seven hens were found dead in a poultry farm in...

Joe Biden’s inaugural address written by Indian-American earns praise for its powerful message

US President Joe Biden's powerful inaugural speech, penned by Vinay Reddy, has received glowing tributes for its meticulous crafting and emphasis on the importance of democracy, unity and hope in the midst of challenging times. Reddy - an Indian-American from...

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Kanpur crash: Driver Mohan claims he was behind wheel

The probe into Kanpur’s high-profile Lamborghini crash took a fresh turn on Wednesday after one Mohan, the alleged designated...