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Sunday, February 22

Times of Indiaabout 2 hours ago

'Global power that is India': Benjamin Netanyahu's message ahead of PM Modi's Israel visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed India as a "global power" ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit. Netanyahu emphasized the "special relationship" forged between the two nations and their leaders, highlighting plans to strengthen economic, diplomatic, and security ties. The visit, Modi's second to Israel, will include a speech at the Knesset and a visit to Yad Vashem.

Times of Indiaabout 2 hours ago

'Opened a massage parlour?' 3 northeastern women 'racially abused' by neighbours in south Delhi; video goes viral

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh alleged racial slurs and humiliation by neighbours in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, after a dispute over repair work. A viral video captured the incident, leading to an FIR against the couple for offensive remarks and intimidation. The women seek an apology and fear for their safety.

Times of Indiaabout 2 hours ago

Bhupen Borah’s BJP switch: Ghosts of past rifts haunt Congress before Assam elections

Congress faces a significant setback in Assam as former state chief Bhupen Borah joins the BJP, echoing past defections. Borah cited humiliation and marginalization by party leaders Gaurav Gogoi and Rakibul Hussain as reasons for his departure, highlighting internal rifts ahead of assembly elections.

Times of Indiaabout 2 hours ago

'Namo Bharat' rapid rail corridor will transform Delhi's pace: CM Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has applauded the launch of the ambitious 82 km Delhi-Meerut 'Namo Bharat' rapid rail corridor, describing it as a significant boon from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Economic Timesabout 2 hours ago

'Done deal': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA seat-sharing for Assam polls

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seat-sharing deal for the upcoming assembly elections is complete. The NDA alliance, including BJP, AGP, UPPL, and BPF, has finalized its contest plan. The state leadership will present the candidate list to Union Home Minister Amit Shah soon. Elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated in March-April, following a recent delimitation exercise.

Times of Indiaabout 3 hours ago

‘Why did India not wait?’: Jairam Ramesh questions timing of US trade deal; cites Supreme Court tariff ruling

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh questioned the Centre's decision to agree to a trade deal framework with Washington before the US Supreme Court ruled on Trump tariffs. He argued India could have negotiated from a stronger position had it waited for the court's verdict, which ultimately found the administration exceeded its authority on tariffs.

Times of Indiaabout 3 hours ago

From posters in Delhi to raids in Tamil Nadu & Bengal: How cops busted Pakistan-based terror plot in India

Delhi Police busted a Pakistan-linked LeT terror module, arresting eight suspects across Delhi, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. The group, directed by a Bangladesh-based handler, allegedly pasted anti-national posters and planned terror activities. This operation thwarted a major untoward incident, with intelligence suggesting potential IED attacks.

Times of Indiaabout 3 hours ago

'Imperils Republic's image': Delhi court blasts Congress' 'shirtless' protest at AI Summit

A Delhi court has remanded four Indian Youth Congress workers to five-day police custody, deeming their protest at the AI Impact Summit-2026 a "blatant assault on public order" that harmed India's diplomatic image. The activists wore provocative T-shirts, chanted slogans, and assaulted police personnel, raising concerns about potential external conspiracies and absconding associates.

Times of Indiaabout 4 hours ago

Evening news wrap: Two JeM terrorists killed in Army operation in J&K's Kishtwar; PM Modi flags off Meerut Metro & more

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Times of Indiaabout 5 hours ago

Colonial-era architect Edwin Lutyens’ statue to be replaced by C Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that a statue of British architect Edwin Lutyens at Rashtrapati Bhavan will be replaced by one of C Rajagopalachari, India's first governor-general. This move signifies the nation's departure from colonial symbols and embrace of Indian heritage. The unveiling of Rajagopalachari's statue is scheduled for February 23rd

Times of Indiaabout 5 hours ago

What’s in a name? The debate over renaming cities and landmarks

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CNNabout 6 hours ago

Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts

CNNabout 6 hours ago

READ: Trump indictment related to hush money payment

CNNabout 6 hours ago

Russian authorities detain suspect over St. Petersburg cafe blast

Economic Timesabout 7 hours ago

REITs, InvITs to play larger role in enhancing portfolio returns: Radhavi Deshpande

Radhavi Deshpande of Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance says REITs and InvITs offer stable cash flows and portfolio diversification, while fixed income is anchored to asset-liability matching amid rate-cycle uncertainty. For FY27, she sees selective opportunities in large-cap financials, industrials, and consumption, emphasizing earnings quality, capital efficiency, and risk-adjusted returns over momentum or liquidity-driven plays.

Economic Timesabout 10 hours ago

M-cap of six of top 10 most valued firms climbs Rs 63,000 crore; L&amp;T, SBI biggest gainers

Top Indian firms saw a significant market valuation surge last week, with Larsen & Toubro and State Bank of India leading the gains. Six of the top-10 valued companies collectively added over Rs 63,000 crore, while others experienced a decline in their market capitalization.

Economic Timesabout 10 hours ago

IPO frenzy returns!

Primary markets are set for one of the busiest weeks of 2026 with nine IPOs, spanning mainboard and SME platforms, opening for subscription. Grey market trends indicate potential listing gains of up to 36%, though premiums remain selective and largely concentrated in a few SME names. Here is a snapshot of what investors are tracking.

Economic Timesabout 11 hours ago

Tiny Titans

In FY26, 10 penny stocks have posted sharp gains, delivering returns ranging from 50% to as high as 205%. Notably, four of them have emerged as multibaggers. These standout performers were selected based on specific criteria: a market capitalisation below Rs 1,000 crore, a share price under Rs 20, and a minimum recent trading volume of 5 lakh shares. This strategy focuses on identifying low-priced, actively traded micro-cap stocks that demonstrate strong upward momentum. (Data Source: ACE Equity