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Telangana tunnel collapse: Rescue operation continues on fourth day

The rescue operation continued for the fourth day on Wednesday to find eight people trapped in the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district, with a last 40-metre stretch filled with mud and debris remaining an impediment for the rescue teams involved in the massive operation.

Feb 26, 2025

Seven killed in major road accident in Hathras; CM Yogi expresses grief

Five killed as car collides with bus in Tamil Nadu's Karur

Five people, including two women, lost their lives in a tragic road accident near Kulithalai in Karur district, Tamil Nadu.

Feb 26, 2025

48 hours: Bengal cops yet to trace men who chased dancer leading to her death in accident

West Bengal Police is under all-round criticism following its failure to track five youths accused in the death of dancer and event management professional Sutandra Chattopadhyay early on Monday morning.

Feb 26, 2025

AAP names RS member as candidate for Ludhiana (West) Assembly bypoll

The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday announced Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora as its candidate for the Ludhiana (West) Assembly byelection.

Feb 26, 2025

Pope Francis had peaceful night, is resting, says Vatican

Pope Francis, who has been in hospital since February 14 to undergo treatment for double pneumonia, had a tranquil night and is now resting, the Vatican press office announced on Wednesday.

Feb 26, 2025

Advantage Assam: PM Modi hails role of Northeast in building prosperous India

From Kedarnath to Kashi Vishwanath: Major restoration works to Lord Shiva temples undertaken so far

Since assuming office in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has undertaken significant steps for the conservation and restoration of major Lord Shiva temples across the country, enhancing their grandeur and ensuring better facilities for devotees.

Feb 26, 2025

PM Modi extends Maha Shivratri wishes, calls for 'Viksit Bharat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, expressing his wishes for happiness, prosperity, and a stronger resolve toward building a 'Viksit Bharat.'

Feb 26, 2025

Kisan Credit Card amount crosses Rs 10 lakh crore, benefits 7.72 crore farmers

Showcasing credit deepening in agriculture and reduced dependency on non-institutional credit, the amount under operative Kisan Credit Card (KCC) accounts has more than doubled from Rs 4.26 lakh crore in March 2014 to Rs 10.05 lakh crore in December 2024, according to the latest government data.

Feb 26, 2025

BJP's Dilip Jaiswal resigns as Bihar cabinet minister, retains party's state president post

BJP Bihar president Dilip Jaiswal announced on Wednesday that he has resigned as Revenue and Land Reforms Minister from the Nitish Kumar government.

Feb 26, 2025

No word on future, as Pope critical but stable

The condition of Pope Francis presently in a hospital in his home country continues to remain critical but stable, said a Cardinal.

Feb 26, 2025

Five youths drown in Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh

Maha Shivratri turned tragic for families of five youths in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district on Wednesday as they drowned in the Godavari river.

Feb 26, 2025

Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, devotees flock to Kashi Vishwanath for Maha Shivratri

Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, saints, and devotees have gathered at the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi to offer prayers to Lord Shiva on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri.

Feb 26, 2025

Omar Abdullah says had Vajpayee been alive, J&K wouldn't be a UT

Omar Abdullah's Statement on Security Sparks Political Row in J&K

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's recent statement on the security situation in the Union Territory has triggered a political storm. During a televised discussion, Abdullah acknowledged a decline in separatist activity since the abrogation of Article 370 but faced strong criticism from opposition parties.

Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh: Extensive security arrangements in place from Maha Shivratri 'snan'

Maha Kumbh 2025: Security beefed up for Maha Shivratri 'snan'

Prayagraj is witnessing an unprecedented surge of pilgrims on the occasion of Maha Shivratri, as thousands gather at the Triveni Sangam for the final holy dip marking the conclusion of the Maha Kumbh.

Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh 2025 sees massive surge of devotees at Sangam on Maha Shivratri

Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees throng Sangam on Maha Shivratri

On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, thousands of devotees have gathered at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday to take part in the last holy dip of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.

Feb 26, 2025