Jammu and Kashmirs Auqib Nabi plays a shot during the third day of the Ranji Trophy semifinal match between Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground, in Kalyani, West Bengal. (PTI Photo)

Auqib Nabi: J&K’s star with wrist position like Shami and outswinger like Steyn

Sports February 18, 2026

Auqib Nabi, a talented pacer from Jammu & Kashmir, is close to leading his team to a monumental Ranji Trophy final. Inspired by his grandmother's wish for him to play for India, Auqib aims for a Test spot. With strong performances and his coach's backing, he is determined to turn his dream into a reality.

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Gaurav Gogoi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

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‘Speaker is not voice of Govt’: Gogoi as LS takes up motion seeking Om Birla’s removal

India 1 hr ago

The Lok Sabha saw a heated debate as the Opposition pushed for the removal of Speaker Om Birla over allegations of bias. Congress MP Dr Mohammad Jawed formally moved the resolution, while Deputy Leader Gaurav Gogoi criticized the Speaker's impartiality and raised concerns about the Indian-US trade deal. The session was adjourned for lunch amidst the ongoing discussion.

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Opposition moves no-confidence motion against Om Birla

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The Indian political landscape has been shaken as a no-confidence motion was signed by a Congress-led coalition against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. This motion, rooted in Article 94 of the Constitution, requires an effective majority of the House's full strength to pass. While the ruling NDA coalition is likely to defeat the motion, the opposition's intention may be to make a political statement.

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AI models can be used to unmask anonymous social media accounts, new study warns

Technology 17 min ago

A new study has found that large language models (LLMs), the technology powering AI chatbots like ChatGPT, can be used by malicious actors to match anonymous users with their actual identities based on their posts on social media platforms. The study was published last week by a group of researchers at ETH Zurich, Anthropic, and the Machine Learning Alignment and Theory Scholars programme.

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Sidharth Bhardwaj on quitting Ek Villain

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Sidharth Bhardwaj reveals why he ‘walked out’ of Mohit Suri’s Ek Villain

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Sidharth Bhardwaj, a model-actor with 17 years of experience in the entertainment industry, rose to fame after winning MTV Splitsvilla Season 2 and finishing as the second runner-up on Bigg Boss Season 5. He chose Ekta Kapoor's Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi over Mohit Suri's Ek Villain for his Bollywood debut, but the film failed at the box office.

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Singer Amritha Suresh said her former boyfriend, composer Gopi Sunder, performed her father's last rites and lit the funeral pyre as if like a dutiful son-in-law.

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Amritha Suresh opens up about relationship and breakup with Gopi Sunder

Entertainment 1 hr ago

Renowned singer Amritha Suresh found love with composer Gopi Sunder after her failed marriage to controversial actor Bala. They confirmed their relationship through social media posts, but later parted ways. Amritha recently shared that Gopi was her pillar of strength during her father's death, and that they maintain mutual respect despite the breakup. She has a daughter from her marriage to Bala.

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Beyond oil, gas: Why Iran war could push up prices for many other industries in India

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The West Asia conflict has resulted in a ripple effect on global markets, causing a surge in energy and commodity prices. India, heavily reliant on West Asia for raw materials, is facing a compounded cost shock. Industries such as textiles, mining, and steelmaking are experiencing rising costs and supply disruptions, leading to a chain of cost increases in various sectors.

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The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Google India, and two Sri Lankan news portals in a petition filed by a Sri Lankan Supreme Court judge. The judge argues that the circulation of defamatory articles about him on Google violates his right to privacy and reputation.

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iPhone manufacturing in India is growing rapidly as Apple expands its global supply chain.

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1 in 4 iPhones are now made in India as Apple ramps up production by 53 per cent

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Apple is increasing its investments in India, with iPhone production rising by 53% in the last year. This move is to reduce reliance on China and avoid tariffs. The company assembled 55 million iPhones in India in 2025 and is in talks with the government to boost export growth. Apple is also exploring partnerships to manufacture components and may bring Apple Pay to India.

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Daisy Shah’s morning herbal drink for glowing skin, strong hair, and better digestion

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Daisy Shah, 41, shared her morning drink recipe that helps with skin, hair, and digestion. Dietitian Garima Goyal explains that the ingredients have properties that support gut health, which indirectly affects skin and hair. However, this drink should be viewed as a supportive rather than a transformative solution. Consistent healthy habits are crucial for overall appearance and comfort.

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CBSE 12th Board QR code | The 20-year-old rick roll meme, explained

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CBSE 12th grade students shared their Math exam paper on social media with a QR code to prevent paper leaks. The code led to the popular internet prank, rickroll, which originated in 2006 and has become a lasting meme. Singer Rick Astley has embraced the joke and even released a new album. The original music video has 1.7 billion views on YouTube.

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Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par releases on streaming nine months after its theatrical premiere.

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Aamir Khan bought Sony’s share of Sitaare Zameen, only for return on SonyLIV

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Aamir Khan is getting trolled online for taking another U-turn on his words. After allegedly claiming his film, RS Prasanna’s coming-of-age sports dramedy Sitaare Zameen Par, would never release on streaming, SonyLIV announced on Monday it’d be the streamer’s first movie release. Last June, Aamir denied the film would release on YouTube, only to announce its unprecedented digital release.

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In Morbi, India’s ceramic hub, fears of a shutdown within days

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The ceramic industry in Morbi, Gujarat, is in crisis due to a gas shortage. The Qutone Ceramics Private Ltd factory, a major player in the hub, may close down if gas supply is not restored. This could impact the livelihoods of 9 lakh people employed in the industry and the construction sector. Morbi is a key contributor to India's ceramic economy, being the world's second-largest cluster.

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1.5 lakh kg Amul products destroyed after firm found ‘changing date on expired items’

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In a major action, Rajasthan's Food Safety Department has destroyed about 1.5 lakh kilograms of Amul's expired non-dairy food items in Jaipur, which were allegedly being prepared for sale by erasing the date and adding a new one.

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Jhumka: Ralph Lauren’s ‘authentic vintage accessory’ tag highlights difficulties in IP law

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Fashion houses face backlash for cultural misappropriation of Indian motifs and crafts without crediting local artisans. Recent examples include Prada's use of Kolhapuri chappals and Ralph Lauren's incorporation of jhumkas in their Paris Fashion Week show. Jhumkas have a rich history dating back to ancient South Indian temples, but the lack of copyright protection allows for exploitation.

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Anthropic rolls out Code Reviews that can catch bugs often unnoticed by human reviewers

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Anthropic has released 'Code Review', a tool for Teams and Enterprise users that uses AI agents to detect bugs in code before human reviewers. The tool has shown a 200% improvement in code output and increased deep review comments from 16% to 54%. While some are excited about its efficiency, others worry about job displacement. Anthropic has also introduced other tools for enterprise automation.

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Anurag Dobhal, a YouTuber and former Bigg Boss contestant, was hospitalized after live-streaming his car crash at high speed. He suffered serious injuries but is now recovering. Rumors of his family disowning him were clarified by his manager, who also criticized influencers for exploiting the accident for publicity. Anurag's pregnant wife is by his side as he undergoes surgery.

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Pakistan and Philippines announce 4 day week. Here’s why

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Pakistan and Philippines have implemented a four-day work week to combat the rising crude oil prices due to the Middle East war. This move aims to decrease fuel consumption and ease economic disruption. Schools and government offices have also implemented cost-cutting measures, while government officials will not receive salaries for two months.

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Global flight fares shoot up as Middle East tensions trigger oil price surge

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Global airlines are raising ticket prices due to the surge in jet fuel prices caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran. Air New Zealand has already increased fares and warned of possible future adjustments. Other airlines are also facing difficulties, including rerouting flights and dealing with crowded airspace.

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It has come to light that the suspect, Ivanna Ortiz, who fired shots outside Rihanna’s home, had previously shared a Facebook post about the pop star, accusing her of having AIDS.

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As Opposition plans on motion to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar, here is what the law says

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Opposition drafting motion to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for biased conduct, following process similar to removing a judge. Trinamool Congress leading effort, gathering signatures from MPs. Constitution and Election Commissioners Act outline removal process, while Judges Act outlines inquiry procedure.

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Matthew Hayden was appointed as the batting coach of Gujarat Titans for the IPL 2026 season. (X)

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IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans appoint Matthew Hayden as batting coach

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Matthew Hayden, former Australian opener, will be the new batting coach for Gujarat Titans in the upcoming IPL season. He replaces Parthiv Patel, who will now be the assistant coach. This is Hayden's first coaching role in the IPL, but he brings extensive experience, having coached Pakistan in the 2021 and 2022 T20 World Cups.

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BCCI have announced a Rs 131 crore cash reward for India's T20 World Cup-winning squad. (AP Photo)

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BCCI announce Rs 131 crore cash reward for Team India after T20 World Cup 2026 win

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The BCCI has rewarded Team India with INR 131 crore for their victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, where they became the first team to win the tournament three times. The Board congratulates the players and selectors on this historic achievement. India also received USD 2.34 million as tournament prize money. Sanju Samson's 89 and Jasprit Bumrah's four wickets led the team to victory.

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‘Matter viewed seriously,’: CBSE responds to viral Class 12th maths paper QR code row

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CBSE issued a press release addressing the controversy surrounding the Class 12 Mathematics board exam on March 9. A QR code on the question paper was found to redirect to a YouTube video when scanned by students. The board confirmed the authenticity of the papers and assured that the exam's security was not compromised.

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‘Salman Khan was cycling, exercising on set despite broken ribs’: Sikandar co-star

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It’s almost a year since AR Murugadoss’ action thriller Sikandar released in cinemas, but there’s still no answer as to why the Salman Khan star vehicle didn’t work at the box office. Made on a reported budget of Rs 200 crore, it managed to earn only Rs 176 crore at the worldwide box office. While Murugadoss blamed it on the actor’s lack of punctuality and commitment on set.

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Shekhar Kapur recently opened up about his highly anticipated futuristic film Paani and why Yash Raj Films (YRF) pulled the plug on the project.

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Legendary director Shekhar Kapur's futuristic film Paani, starring Sushant Singh Rajput, has been in limbo for over two decades. Despite Sushant's passing in 2020 and Yash Raj Films pulling the plug on the project, Kapur has not abandoned it. YRF backed out of the project due to creative differences between Kapur and the firm's head, Aditya Chopra. Kapur remembers Sushant as an "obsessive actor".

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Global oil prices fell following Trump's statement about a possible end to the US-Iran conflict. This came after a sharp increase in prices due to the ongoing war. Trump's reassurance of a quick resolution eased market concerns, resulting in a drop in oil prices and a rebound in stock markets. However, he cautioned against any disruption in global oil supplies by Iran.

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Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding festivities concluded with a grand reception in Hyderabad. She recently took to social media to appreciate a fan’s note about the actors’ enduring love for each other. The Animal star said that the note titled “Romantic Optimism in a Cynical Age”, written by an individual named Dhamini Damodar, made her emotional as she thanked the writer.

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CBSE Class 12 Maths paper ‘rickrolls’ students: QR code leads to 1987 music video

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) went viral on the Internet for all the wrong reasons after a QR code allegedly printed on the question paper of the Class 12 Mathematics board examination directed students to a viral video of British singer Rick Astley’s ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’.

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NCERT apologises for Class 8 social science textbook chapter on judiciary

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The National Council of Educational Research and Training [NCERT] has issued an apology over the recently published a social science textbook section on "corruption in judiciary". The NCERT said the book 'Exploring Society: India and Beyond', Grade 8 (Part II), which contained Chapter IV titled 'The Role of Judiciary in our Society'. has been withdrawn.

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Amid wave of kids’ online safety laws, age-checking tech comes of age

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New video challenges Trump claim of Iran hitting Iran school, points to US missile strike

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Video of Chennai father’s first meeting with newborn hits 200 million views; watch

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A heartfelt moment involving a father's first encounter with his newborn baby has taken the internet by storm, garnering over 200 million views on Instagram. The video was shared by Chennai-based Dr Suganya Saravanakumar.

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MHA: Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly

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Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly: MHA

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MHA modifies guidelines for Look Out Circulars, specifying that only law enforcement agencies can request the Bureau of Immigration to prevent individuals from leaving the country. Statutory bodies without criminal jurisdiction are not authorized to issue such requests and must route them through a law enforcement agency.

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A dietician breaks down which breakfast cereal is actually good for you

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Choosing a healthy breakfast cereal can be tricky with all the marketing tactics used. Factors to consider include low added sugar (less than 5g per serving), high fibre (at least 3g per serving), whole grains, and protein. Muesli is a top choice, while granola and chocolate cereals are less favourable.

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Oil tops $100 a barrel, gas shortage fear grips restaurants, tiles industry

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The ongoing conflict in West Asia has caused international crude oil prices to exceed $100 per barrel, resulting in gas shortages for commercial and industrial users in major cities. The government has prioritized domestic LPG supply for households and implemented emergency measures to prevent hoarding.

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Forest Survey of India stops its AI-based fortnightly alerts to states on deforestation

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The FSI has suspended its fortnightly alerts on deforestation, monitored through the Anavaran-Deforestation Alert System using satellite data and machine learning. The portal has sent over 12,000 alerts in 22 months, with the highest in Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh. The system, based on Google Earth Engine, is currently under assessment.

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Nearly a year after tender, Rs 1,600-crore gravitational wave observatory in limbo

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Construction of a Rs 1,600-crore gravitational wave observatory in Maharashtra's Hingoli district has been delayed due to the tender not being awarded yet. The project, set to be completed by 2030, will work alongside two US facilities and will be more advanced. The facility requires high precision to detect gravitational waves, as per Albert Einstein's Theory.

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Hardik Pandya flaunts a Favre Leuba watch during the India vs. NZ T20 World Cup clash

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Hardik Pandya, the Indian cricketer, is known for his love for luxury watches, especially from Richard Mille. However, for the T20 World Cup final match against New Zealand, he chose Favre Leuba's first skeletonised watch, the Chief Skeleton Ref. 00.20105.103.02.302.

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All England badminton: Exhaustion got better of Lakshya Sen in final against Lin Chun-Yi

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Lin Chun-Yi, the All England champion, was too tired to celebrate his victory over Lakshya Sen in the final. He had beaten World No.1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semis but was too exhausted to dance. Sen's intense playing style made it hard for him to stay consistent, leading to his loss in the final against Chun-Yi's attacking prowess.

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Ajay Jadeja was the original Shivam Dube of it all, in that WC quarterfinal at Bangalore

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Ajay Jadeja's fearless and calculated attack on Waqar Younis in the 1996 World Cup quarterfinal against Pakistan showcased his middle order prowess and set the tone for India's victory. This bold batting style was ahead of its time and foreshadowed the aggressive approach of modern players like Jadeja and Virat Kohli.

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T20 World Cup | ‘I always had the confidence and just backed myself’: Shivam Dube

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Shivam Dube's timely contributions with both bat and ball have been crucial for India's T20 World Cup success, according to head coach Gautam Gambhir. Dube, who spoke to The Indian Express, played a key role in the team's victory, with his batting and fielding skills being highlighted.

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