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Salim Khan. File | Photo Credit: ANI Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra, Mumbai, on Tuesday (February 17, 2026). The exact medical reason for his hospitalisation has not been officially disclosed by the family, and further updates on his condition are awaited. Shortly after news of his admission surfaced, superstar Salman Khan was spotted arriving at the hospital. The actor was seen leaving the premises under heavy security, dressed in a black T-shirt and cap. He did not address the media gathered outside.Salim’s daughter, Alvira Khan Agnihotri, son-in-law and actor Aayush Sharma were also spotted…

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday quashed the defamation proceedings initiated by the BJP against top Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.The case was filed in 2023, when BJP was in power in Karnataka, following a “corruption rate card” published by the then opposition Congress to claim large scale irregularities prevailing in the state under the saffron party’s rule.The case was filed in 2023, when BJP was in power in Karnataka, following a “corruption rate card” published by the then opposition Congress to claim large scale irregularities prevailing in the state under the saffron party’s rule.Along with Gandhi, now Leader of…

New Delhi: India is currently standing at the precipice of a metabolic crisis. It is no longer just about diabetes or obesity in isolation; it is the dangerous convergence of the two—a condition increasingly recognized by experts as “diabesity.”While the statistics are alarming, the nuances are even more concerning. In India, this progression is happening earlier in life and escalating faster than in the West. The culprit? A unique biological predisposition known as the “Asian Indian Phenotype,” characterized by excess visceral fat (abdominal fat) even at lower body weights. This stubborn “belly fat” is not just a cosmetic issue; it…

Officials said operators must apply for registration or renewal within ten days. Police stations will maintain records of local institutesPatna: District magistrate Thiyagarajan S M chaired a meeting on the implementation of the Bihar Coaching Institutes Act, 2010. Officials and coaching representatives attended to discuss mandatory compliance. As per a statement issued by the DM, key requirements include valid registration, one square metre of space per student, and unobstructed exit routes. Fire safety and disaster management norms are compulsory.Officials said operators must apply for registration or renewal within ten days. Police stations will maintain records of local institutes. Facilities must…

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday met Bangladesh’s newly sworn-in prime minister Tarique Rahman and handed over a personal congratulatory letter by PM Narendra Modi.In a post on X, Bangladesh high commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah said, “PM Tarique Rahman, conveyed his greetings to India and PM Narendra Modi, at a courtesy meet following the swearing-in of the news government.” He added that Birla conveyed wishes from India and extended an invitation to the country. “Both leaders expressed optimism to work together for the well-being of the people of Bangladesh & India pursuing a people-centric menu of cooperation,” the…

Renowned actor Prakash Raj has excitedly announced his portrayal of a dedicated Shiva devotee in the much-anticipated movie ‘Varanasi’ directed by SS Rajamouli, featuring the charming Mahesh Babu in the lead. This is a groundbreaking moment as it marks Raj’s first time working with Rajamouli, although he shares a familiar camaraderie with Babu from their past projects. It’s official! Veteran actor Prakash Raj is part of SS Rajamouli’s highly anticipated upcoming film ‘Varanasi’. The actor has confirmed being a part of the film and also divulged about his role. While speaking at a recent event, Prakash Raj disclosed his role…

Last Updated:February 17, 2026, 18:34 ISTGlobal media houses are viewing the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026 not just as a tech conference but as a geopolitical statementThe consensus is that India is moving away from the old concept of self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) as isolation. Instead, the ‘India Way’ in AI is about building strategic interdependence. (File image: PTI)The India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam has sparked a flurry of international commentary, with global media houses viewing the event not just as a tech conference but as a geopolitical statement. As New Delhi plays host to the world’s AI…

PM Modi with French president Macron (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and France would jointly manufacture the world’s first helicopter that would fly to the heights of Mount Everest.During the joint press briefing alongside French president Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi said the partnership between New Delhi and Paris “knows no boundaries” and that it “can reach from deep oceans to the tallest mountains”. Rafale, AI, Trade: French Prez Macron Arrives In Mumbai, Set To Meet PM Modi; What’s On Agenda? PM Modi and French president Macron virtually inaugurated assembly line for production of…

Kolkata: Even before enrolment camps opened, queues were seen outside school gates and community halls across West Bengal, with men and women clutching certificates and bank details as the state rolled out the Yuva Sathi cash allowance scheme for unemployed youth.As the government began implementing the scheme, the state has witnessed a striking political image: educated job seekers lining up for Rs 1,500 a month under a welfare programme rapidly emerging as a key plank in the run-up to the 2026 Assembly elections likely to be held in the next two months.From Master’s degree holders in physics and mathematics, engineering…

Russian state prosecutors are seeking life prison sentences for 15 defendants accused of carrying out or being connected to the mass shooting at Moscow’s Crocus City Hall nearly two years ago, the Prosecutor General’s Office said Monday. The requests came as closing arguments began in the trial of 19 defendants charged in the March 2024 attack. Four gunmen, all citizens of Tajikistan, are accused of opening fire at the popular concert venue, killing 149 people and wounding more than 600. The other people standing trial were charged with helping to plan or facilitate the attack. Aside from the 15 life-sentence requests,…