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  Six members of a cloth merchant’s family, including five children, died after a massive fire engulfed their two-storey home in Meerut’s Lisari Gate area. The blaze, intensified by stored cloth, left one elderly woman critical and injured a neighbour during rescue efforts 

A Leh-bound SpiceJet Boeing 737 carrying around 150 passengers returned to New Delhi on Tuesday morning after experiencing an engine-related technical issue. The aircraft operating flight SG121 landed safely, and all passengers were disembarked normally, according to the airline 

Paradox Museum opened in Hyderabad’s Somajiguda, offering over 50 interactive illusion-based exhibits. Inaugurated by Nidhhi Agerwal, the global edutainment brand blends art and science, bringing its immersive experience to the city

Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan have reunited after nearly four decades as shooting for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD begins. Bachchan shared images from the Hyderabad sets and expressed excitement about their collaboration

The United States said Pakistan has the right to defend itself after airstrikes on alleged militant camps near the Afghanistan border. India condemned the strikes over reported civilian casualties and reiterated support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty

At 16, Dhruva is a fearless and dynamic player with deep positional understanding and sharp tactical ability

A Patna court refused transit remand to Andhra Pradesh police after they picked up IPS officer Sunil Kumar Nayak without proper documents. The court cited procedural lapses and set him free. Nayak was named in a 2024 FIR in Andhra Pradesh

TTD is establishing a Rs 25 crore food testing lab in Tirumala with advanced e-tongue and e-nose systems to check ghee and laddu prasadam quality. Andhra Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav said the facility is nearly complete and will start next month

The conclave will deliberate on the development, promotion and future roadmap of shooting sports in Telangana and across India

India unveiled Prahaar, its first counter-terrorism policy, outlining a multi-layered strategy based on zero tolerance, intelligence-led prevention, disruption of terror funding, cyber monitoring, and international cooperation

The Supreme Court refused to entertain Subramanian Swamy’s plea challenging Andhra Pradesh’s decision to appoint a committee to review the SIT report on the Tirumala laddu controversy. The bench said the enquiry does not overlap with criminal proceedings and both can continue

Violence broke out at JNU during a protest against Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit, leaving several students injured. Left groups and ABVP traded charges over stone pelting, while authorities vowed strict action. JNUSU has called for a long march on February 26

G Vijay Kumar, who took up badminton for fitness, has emerged as an inspiration by finishing runner-up in the 75 years and above category of the Krishna District championship. His dedication and simple lifestyle continue to motivate young players

TVK leader Vijay declared that the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election would be a direct fight with Chief Minister M K Stalin. He accused the DMK of corruption, promised reforms in education and safety, and urged cadres to mobilise voters for change

Ryan Group of Institutions has signed an MoU with the Sports Authority of Telangana and AIFF to establish a FIFA Talent Academy in Hyderabad. The initiative aims to provide structured football training along with quality academics for young players

YSRCP stalled proceedings in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council for the second week, demanding a debate on ghee supply to Tirupati laddu. The party alleged links between Indapur Dairy and Heritage Foods, while Nara Lokesh promised facts would be presented in Assembly

Authorities in Shahjahanpur have covered mosques and mazars with tarpaulin sheets and deployed heavy security for the centuries-old Juta Maar Holi procession. The event, marked by communal harmony, sees Hindus and Muslims jointly celebrating with flower showers and traditional rituals

Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell powered West Indies to 254/6 as they defeated Zimbabwe by 107 runs in a T20 World Cup Super Eights match in Mumbai. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 147 despite Brad Evans’ late resistance

The Andhra Pradesh government is considering legislation to bar school students from social media. Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha and IT Minister Nara Lokesh said measures are being studied to regulate platforms, counter false propaganda and protect children from harmful online content

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, booked under the POCSO Act in Prayagraj, said he will not resist arrest and will cooperate with authorities. He denied allegations of sexual abuse, calling them fabricated, and claimed CCTV footage would prove his innocence

A Class 10 student was brutally stabbed by two minors at a pool club in Bhopal’s Teela Jamalpura area on February 15. The attack, captured on CCTV and circulated on social media, left the victim seriously injured. The accused were detained and later released on notice

Tobacco control must go beyond taxation and reflect a moral commitment to prioritising public health over revenue

Security forces have neutralised the seven-member Jaish-e-Mohammed “Israel Group” in Kishtwar after an 18-month-long operation. Officials said the joint operation ended with the killing of three terrorists, including Saifullah, and dismantling of the entire terror module