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Tamil Nadu leads India in hiring 395 professors of practice (PoPs) in higher education, followed by Maharashtra and Gujarat. UGC data shows 1,841 PoPs appointed across 349 institutions, primarily private and deemed universities, to integrate industry expertise into classrooms

A 45-year-old devotee died of a cardiac arrest while trekking to the Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy temple at Velala village in Mancherial district on Maha Shivratri. He collapsed during the climb and was declared brought dead at a hospital.

Jammu and Kashmir security agencies uncovered over 8,000 "mule accounts" used to launder money for global scams, with proceeds potentially funding anti-national activities. Authorities are working with banks to curb misuse, track middlemen, and prevent digital hawala operations in the region

Under the FIFA and AIFF-backed Football for Schools Programme, the Telangana Football Association distributed 19,502 footballs to 3,171 schools across the State to promote grassroots football and encourage sports participation among schoolchildren.

In Jharkhand’s Palamu district, a 22-year-old woman from Sonbhadra was allegedly murdered over dowry in Dalla village, and her body was burned to conceal evidence. Police have recovered remains and are searching for the absconding in-laws

Jammu and Kashmir Police busted a “white-collar” terror module, revealing that radicalised doctors formed the group *Ansar Interim* in 2022. The network planned VBIED attacks, including the Red Fort blast, spanning Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh; the case is now under NIA investigation

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated at the Munich Security Conference that US President Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland remains unchanged. She emphasized protecting sovereignty and self-determination, noting that Greenlandic people oppose US acquisition and a working group addresses Arctic security concerns

Dipendra Singh Airee’s resolute half-century rescued Nepal from a top-order collapse as they posted 133 for 8 against West Indies in their Group C match at the Wankhede Stadium, with Jason Holder starring with a four-wicket haul.

Ranbir Kapoor praised Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster *Dhurandhar* as his current favourite, while sharing updates on upcoming projects, including *Ramayana*, *Love & War*, *Brahmastra 2*, and *Animal 2*. He also discussed sequels, delayed releases, and the growth of his lifestyle brand, ARKS

In Gorakhpur, 18-year-old DJ operator Chhotu was killed by a stray bullet during celebratory firing at a wedding procession near Guru Kripa Marriage Hall. Police have detained several individuals and are examining CCTV footage to identify the shooter

Five members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang were arrested in connection with the February 9 killing of businessman Vaibhav Gandhi in Bawana, Delhi. The suspects opened fire during police interception; one was injured, and investigators recovered Rs 1 crore from the victim’s car

Sutapa Sikdar revealed that she and late actor Irrfan Khan never celebrated Valentine’s Day, calling it “ridiculous” and a personal choice. She respects her sons’ decisions while humorously suggesting organic veggies as a gift, reflecting their practical, down-to-earth approach

At the Munich Security Conference, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s commitment to strategic autonomy, emphasizing that energy decisions—including Russian oil imports—will be based on availability, cost, and risk, rejecting US claims of any commitment to halt purchases

Maha Shivaratri was celebrated with grand fervour across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with thousands of devotees visiting Shiva temples for rituals, pujas, and holy dips. State leaders, including chief ministers and governors, extended greetings and prayers for prosperity and well-being

Imams and Muezzins across Telangana are facing uncertainty ahead of Ramzan due to delayed honorarium payments by the Wakf Board. With dues cleared only till November and thousands of applications pending, religious functionaries have urged immediate intervention by the government.

An elusive tiger has moved west towards Vithalapur village in Siddipet district after staying in a reserve forest near Gundaram and Chowdaram. Fresh pug marks were found in Anantharam Kunta, prompting alerts and intensified monitoring by forest officials.

Following the BNP’s sweeping electoral victory, adviser Humayun Kabir said Bangladesh seeks to reset ties with India after Sheikh Hasina’s exit. He urged New Delhi to recognise the new mandate, ensure non-interference, and pursue balanced, mutually beneficial regional cooperation

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali reunites with Ektaa Kapoor for “Heer Ranjha,” the second installment in the Laila Majnu franchise. Directed by Sajid Ali, the film reimagines timeless romance for a new generation following the cult resurgence of the 2018 release

Debate and voting on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be held on March 9 as Parliament’s Budget Session resumes, Kiren Rijiju said. The government plans key legislations amid opposition protests and upcoming state assembly elections

Participation of elected representatives as ex-officio members in chairperson elections of hung municipalities has triggered controversy, with allegations in Kagaznagar and Bellampalli over voter eligibility as political parties scramble for numbers ahead of crucial civic polls.

The enrolment of BJP MP M Raghunandan Rao as an ex-officio member of Isnapur municipality, where the party has no elected councillors, has triggered political speculation as Congress and BRS vie for control ahead of the chairperson election.

A 22-year-old man, Jitendra Kumar Kashyap, was arrested in Muzaffarnagar for allegedly posting an objectionable video about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Police registered a case under Sections 352 and 353 of the BNS after the clip went viral on social media

As India readies to host the AI Impact Summit, Rubrik CEO Bipul Sinha says the country can shift the global AI narrative from risk to real-world solutions, leveraging its tech workforce, infrastructure investments and applied AI expertise.

Newly elected members of Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election will take oath on February 17 at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The BNP secured a majority, positioning Tarique Rahman to lead the government amid concerns over political unrest and rising extremism