Afghanistan claims 55 Pakistani soldiers killed, 19 posts seized; Islamabad says 133 Taliban fighters dead
Afghan officials said Taliban fighters had captured 19 Pakistani outposts along the border after launching retaliatory operations in response to Pakistani airstrikes inside Afghan territory.
Vaccine maker Bharat Biotech is said to mull $500 million IPO
Deliberations are ongoing, and details of the deal including the size and timing may change
Beyond Indian equities: Multi asset, global stocks, commercial real estate seen as alternate return avenues
Vishal Gupta, Alternative Investment Fund Manager at ICICI Prudential Asset Management; Ketul Sakhpara, Founder of Bayford Capital; and Anil Rego, Founder and CIO of Bright Horizons, shared their perspectives on alternative avenues capable of delivering equity-like outcomes.
Taking Stock: Sensex sinks 961 pts, Nifty below 25,200; auto, FMCG, metal stocks hammered
Among sectors, auto, bank, FMCG, metal, realty, telecom shed 1-2%, while IT, media, consumer durables ended in the green.
Jio Finance to personalise money management with AI, fitness score, says CEO Hitesh Sethia
On customer engagement, Hitesh Sethia spoke about the company’s rewards strategy. 'With Jio points, we have built a very, very unique rewards experience,' he said.
'Leave Israel today': US ambassador advises immediate departure for embassy staff as Iran tensions rise
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee urges embassy staff in Israel to depart under authorised status as Iran nuclear talks continue and tensions persist.
French journalist François Gautier credits PM Modi for 'wave of nationalism in India'
Board exams 2026: Scroll break or sketch break? The study reset your brain actually needs
Why the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Delhi, is promoting art-based study resets during exams, and how mindful viewing and active creation can trigger positive changes in mood and focus compared with passive consumption of content.
Why waking up at 5 am may not make you as successful as you think
Studies have found that morning types often report strong academic performance and healthier lifestyle habits. Evening types are more likely to experience fatigue, stress and lower wellbeing when required to follow early schedules.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna break record for most-liked wedding post on Instagram
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna set a new Instagram record with 29.9 million likes on their wedding photos, surpassing Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra’s previous milestone.
Delhi excise policy: Arvind Kejriwal cleared in CBI case but what happens to ED probe?
The Delhi court did not explicitly mention anything about the ongoing ED case while dismissing the corruption charges in the CBI case. However, the verdict is likely to significantly weaken the ED case as it is tied to the main excise policy case dismissed by the court.
Vishnu Vinyasam movie review: Sree Vishnu starrer works in bits and pieces
Vishnu Vinyasam is a lighthearted romantic comedy set against the charming backdrop of Ongole, blending youthful romance, astrology-driven quirks, and family drama. Directed by debutant Yaadunath Maruthi Rao, the film revolves around a junior lecturer whose unwavering belief in astrology dictates every decision in his life—until love turns his carefully aligned stars upside down.
Why court cleared Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case and what happens next
The court held that there was “no cogent” evidence against Kejriwal and “no prima facie” case against Sisodia or the other accused.
Six planets to line up tomorrow evening: Which Indian cities will get the best view of this rare sky spectacle?
Six planets will line up after sunset on 28 February, visible across India under clear skies. From bright Venus to faint Neptune, this rare parade holds more surprises than many expect.
Redington stock jumps 15% today as Apple’s ‘big week’ teaser fuels expectations of new iPhone, iPad launches
Market participants linked the buying interest in Redington stock today to Apple’s teaser posted earlier this week, which has fuelled speculation around multiple product launches over the coming days. Redington is a key distributor of Apple products such as iPhones, iPads and MacBooks.
The smart way to build wealth when you start at 35
You haven’t missed the bus. But you do need to stop strolling and start walking with intent.
Motorola Razr Fold to finally get a full reveal at MWC 2026, will take on Honor Magic V6
Motorola Razr Fold was showcased earlier this year as the company’s first book-style foldable. Now, the company has revealed that more details about this device will be disclosed next week at MWC 2026.
States like Karnataka, Telangana, TN, Maharashtra must drive AI talent shift, says Vaishnaw
Minister says AI transition will succeed only if states retool colleges and skills pipeline
Iran offers to 'facilitate dialogue' as Pakistan declares 'open war' on Afghanistan
Iran has offered to mediate after Pakistan declared “open war” on Afghanistan following cross-border strikes, highlighting sharp military imbalances and raising fears of wider regional instability along the volatile Durand Line.
Market outlook for 2026 moves from narratives to execution: Chockalingam Narayanan
Speaking at the PMS AIF World panel on the outlook for 2026, Narayanan said India remained largely flattish in dollar terms in 2025, even as several global markets delivered strong performance driven by artificial intelligence-led rallies. Markets such as Korea and Taiwan benefited from a narrow set of dominant companies, while others like Brazil gained from their position in the commodity value chain.
'We can’t loosen Claude safeguards by Friday': Anthropic draws a hard line with Pentagon
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei drew a sharp red line 24 hours before the deadline, declaring his company “cannot in good conscience accede” to the Pentagon’s final demand to allow unrestricted use of its technology.
Unacademy rolls out Rs 50 crore ESOP buyback to provide liquidity to employees
Co-founder Gaurav Munjal said as many as 8 employees will receive over Rs 1 crore each, 17 will get over Rs 50 lakh, and 38 will earn more than Rs 10 lakh.
‘Is it a sin to protest?’: Supriya Shrinate backs Youth Congress stir, cites Israel opposition boycott before Modi’s Knesset address
Police launched a strong security crackdown after the February 20 “shirtless protest” at Bharat Mandapam, booking those involved under BNS sections related to rioting and promoting enmity
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Infra slowdown bites; should we worry?
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India prioritises competitiveness over tariff disputes, IMF warns of fragile US growth, revised GDP series improves data precision, realty stocks rise despite slowing sales, and more
India seeks to cut power sector coal imports by 30% this year: Report
The government has long sought to cut coal imports for the power sector, but those efforts have failed as power plants have been unable to burn lower-quality local coal.
