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Bangladesh election 2026 live updates: Over 32% voter turnout so far; crude bomb blasts rock Gopalganj, Munshiganj

Bangladesh election LIVE updates: The overall voter turnout stood at 32.88 per cent across 32,789 polling centres till 12:00pm, EC senior secretary Akhtar Ahmed said. Meanwhile, crude bomb blasts rocked Gopalganj and Munshiganj earlier in the morning.

Ludhiana: ₹1.57-crore property of 2 drug traffickers frozen

Khanna police held an awareness meeting in a meat market, one of the hot points of drug peddling, to make the people aware about drug abuse

India-Pak showdown: U-turn triggers ad up-turn

U-turn triggers upturn in ad rates. For advertisers and broadcaster JioStar, the India–Pakistan showdown is less a cricket match and more a commercial supernova.

Clear cockpit audio, pilot's ‘almost certainly intentional’ act: In Air India crash, new claims via Italian news report

Corriere della Sera says probe to state in final report that AI-171 crashed because pilot turned off fuel switch in act that was "almost certainly" intentional

Tom Cruise vs Brad Pitt AI-generated fight video goes viral, 'Deadpool' writer reacts: 'It's likely over for us'

Filmmaker Ruairi Robinson revealed that he had created several variations of the scene, altering characters, dialogue, and camera angles.

Gold rate today (February 12, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K & 18K in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad & other major cities

Gold Rate Today: Gold prices surge across India as MCX futures jump and global cues strengthen; check latest city-wise rates and expert insights.

Who is Nirmit Jesrani? Viral neighbour living next to Amitabh Bachchan’s Rs 120-crore Jalsa who met Big B personally; watch video

Nirmit Jesrani, who lives next to Amitabh Bachchan's Juhu bungalow Jalsa, met the Bollywood megastar. Jesrani's viral video of Bachchan's Sunday fan greeting led to a personal invitation. He shared a memorable experience, receiving photos and an autograph. Bachchan's humility touched Jesrani. This fan moment turned into a cherished memory for the neighbour.

Kernex Microsystems shares rise 2% after Rs 411 cr order from Banaras Locomotive Works

Kernex Microsystems’ share price rose 2 percent in the opening trade on February 12 after the company secured a contract worth ₹411.17 crore. At 09:17am, Kernex Microsystems (India) was quoting at Rs 1,269.80, up Rs 31.80, or 2.57 percent, on the BSE. Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi, has awarded the company an order for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of 505 onboard KAVACH locomotive equipment systems. Separately,...

US prepares second aircraft carrier for West Asia deployment amid Iran tensions: Report

The Pentagon has directed a second aircraft carrier strike group to prepare for possible deployment to West Asia as the United States weighs military options against Iran, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper, citing three US officials, said the move comes as President Donald Trump considers tougher action if ongoing diplomatic efforts with Tehran fail. One of the officials told the Journal that a deployment order...

Nancy Guthrie update: Black glove found near Nancy Guthrie's home — is it connected to suspect? What we know

Members of the FBI's Evidence Response Team were seen retrieving the glove from low desert shrubbery in the secluded neighborhood where Nancy Guthrie lived and resembles the gloves worn by the masked man captured in surveillance footage

Why Rajpal Yadav couldn’t repay his Rs 9 cr debt despite earning in crores, having a 30-year career

Why is rajpal Yadav in Tihar jail? Explore the Rs 9 crore debt saga, his Rs 1 crore reported fee for Baby John, and why industry stars like Salman Khan are stepping in to help.

Buddha relics from Devnimori return following Sri Lanka display

Sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha return to India after historic exposition in Sri Lanka

T20 WC: Delhi Metro extends late night services for India vs Namibia match — check routes, revised timings

The announcement comes as Delhi prepares for India vs Namibia T20 fixture, which starts at 7 p.m and is likely to stretch late into the evening.

Fire erupts at Pune high-rise, no casualties so far

Fire brigade officials said that the fire erupted in flat number 1702 on the 17th floor of ‘C’ building at Kohinoor Presidentia housing society, causing thick smoke to emanate which alarmed residents and passersby alike.

Six injured as lift falls from 4th floor in Mumbai's Mazgaon building

Tragedy struck Mazgaon's J K Tower last night as a lift plummeted from the fourth floor of the 20-storey building, injuring six people, including three women. Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene. The injured were transported to various hospitals for treatment, with one discharged after first aid. Authorities are investigating the technical fault behind the terrifying plunge.

Commuters beyond Thane at risk due to insufficient, delayed local services

Overcrowded stations often lead to stampede-like situations, boarding crowded trains is inevitable due to poor services; efforts to improve punctuality on, says CR

Decoding 3-hour deadline for companies to axe flagged AI-made posts

The latest IT rules in India now bring artificial intelligence under legal oversight for the first time. Intermediaries must act faster to remove flagged unlawful content, including deepfakes targeting women and children. The amendments also introduce a labelling mandate for AI-generated audio, visual, or audio-visual content.

Terror module busted in Punjab’s Amritsar; IED, pistol recovered

The accused has been identified as Shubham Kumar alias Shubham Srivastav, a resident of village Sarosa in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.

Ranveer Singh extortion threat update: Officials say voice note to 'Dhurandhar' star was sent using VPN

Mumbai Police are investigating a voice note extortion threat sent to actor Ranveer Singh via WhatsApp, reportedly using a VPN. Security has been enhanced for the actor. This follows similar threats to Aayush Sharma and recent gunshots outside Rohit Shetty's residence, highlighting a concerning trend of intimidation tactics targeting Bollywood personalities.

Why did Karan Johar sue YouTuber CarryMinati? Vulgar comments against Bollywood and a show called Koffee With Jalan

Director Karan Johar recently filed a suit against YouTube star Ajey Nagar, popularly known as CarryMinati, for his videos that allegedly defamed him.

JEE Main result 2026 postponement sparks concern among aspirants

The last-minute postponement of the result date has left aspirants in limbo. They are now looking for possible reasons behind the delay in the result announcement.

Government's CPI revamp may give RBI reason to stay on hold

Last week, Governor Sanjay Malhotra kept the benchmark interest rate unchangedand indicated a prolonged pause going forward.

Iowa Lakes baseball bus crash: One dead, 32 injured after bus carrying community college team rolls over in Calhoun County

One person was killed and 32 injured after a bus carrying the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team rolled over in Calhoun County. Authorities are investigating the crash, which occurred on Highway 4 near Twin Lakes

Kerala Fire and Rescue team saves peacock after electric shock; video wins hearts online

Every life matters - human or animal. A video showing Kerala Fire and Rescue officers saving a wild peacock after it suffered an electric shock is now going viral on social media, and for good reason. The clip has left many people emotional, with viewers calling the officers’ quick action a true example of compassion. The video, shared by Malayalam news channel Reporter Live on Instagram, shows Fire and Rescue personnel from Palakkad bringing...

Saif Ali Khan was ‘worried’ about kids Sara and Ibrahim’s Islamic roots after divorce with Amrita Singh: ‘Never compelled her to convert’

Saif Ali Khan had admitted that he never forced his first wife Amrita Singh to convert to Islam. But what actually happened on their nikaah day. Let s find out.

Powerful US & German attack helicopters in action during mass takeoff

FAA reopens El Paso airspace in Texas hours after announcing 10-day closure over drone threat

India, Feb. 11 -- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Wednesday morning reopened the airspace around El Paso International Airport, just hours after announcing a 10-day shutdown that would have grounded all flights to and from the Texas border city.

Bharat bandh on Feb 12: Will Bengaluru’s Namma Metro, public buses be hit by nationwide strike today?

The February 12 Bharat Bandh may disrupt services across Bengaluru, affecting banks, offices and schools. Namma Metro is expected to operate normally, though delays are possible near protest sites. Moreover, buses, autos, and taxis could face disruptions.

Trump urges continued Iran talks during White House meeting with Netanyahu, warns of action

US President Donald Trump said he pushed for ongoing negotiations with Iran during his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, while cautioning that Washington could take action if diplomatic efforts fail to produce a nuclear agreement. The talks between the two leaders come at a time of mounting tensions in the Middle East and renewed efforts to restrain Iran’s nuclear programme. Netanyahu is understood to...

Who is Rao Inderjeet Singh? Man who has offered ₹ 1.11 crore aid to Rajpal Yadav amid jail term in ₹9 crore debt case

After Sonu Sood and Tej Pratap Yadav, a music producer has stepped in to help Rajpal Yadav in ₹9 crore debt case.

Lawyer shot dead inside Rampur District Panchayat office; clerk arrested

A lawyer was shot dead in broad daylight inside the District Panchayat office in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur on Tuesday. The incident has sparked outrage among the local legal community. The deceased, identified as Advocate Farooq, had reached the office after his wife, Gausia, who works there as a clerk, called him following a heated argument with another clerk, Asgar Ali, a resident of Milak Tahavvar village in the Patwai police station area....

Delhi e-rickshaw menace turns deadly: 4-year-old standing with mom outside school crushed to death

A four-year-old boy was tragically killed after being hit by a rashly driven e-rickshaw outside a school in southwest Delhi. The incident, which occurred on February 3rd, has reignited concerns about the safety of e-rickshaws as a mode of transport, following similar fatal accidents last year.

What went wrong for Pierre Wolnik? Wingsuit world champion dies at 37 in Mont Blanc parachute accident

French wingsuit world champion Pierre Wolnik died at 37 after his parachute failed to open during a helicopter jump near Mont Blanc. The accident happened on Monday, and emergency crews could not save him. French Parachuting Federation president Yves Marie Guillot paid tribute with a heartfelt message. Authorities have launched an investigation into the fatal skydiving incident.

School assembly news headlines today February 12, top national, international, sports, business news

School Assembly News Headlines: Kickstart your day with a brief round-up of major updates from India and around the world, followed by top sports stories and important education-related developments. If you’re handling the news segment at your school assembly today, there’s no need to stress. We’ve curated a clean and organised list of key national, international, and sports headlines. These updates will help students stay aware of the latest...

India-US trade deal: White House removes 'pulses', gives breather on $500 billion clause

NEW DELHI: A day after releasing a fact sheet on the trade deal with India, the White House revised it to say that India "intends" to buy more than $500 billion of US products, instead of having "committed" to: a substitution which will help PM Modi govt rebut the charge that it had given in to Trump administration's tariff aggression.After the rev...

Change of political season in Mumbai as BJP's Ritu Tawde elected mayor; Thackerays lose BMC

Mumbai, Feb 11 (PTI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) corporator Ritu Tawde was on Wednesday elected as Mumbai's 78th Mayor, ending united Shiv Sena's quarter-century-long grip on the post and marking a decisive power shift in the administration of India's richest civic body BMC

Pak's hypocrisy exposed again? UN report links Jaish to Red Fort terror attack

A UN sanctions monitoring report has linked Jaish-e-Mohammed to the November 10 blast near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 15 people, challenging claims that the Pakistan-based terror outfit is defunct.

Passenger ferry capsizes on Nile River in Sudan, at least 15 dead

Cairo, Feb 12 (AP) A passenger ferry has capsized on the Nile River in Sudan, leaving at least 15 people dead, a medical group said.The ferry, with at least 27 people on board, including women and children, sank in the northern Nile River province, said the Sudan Doctors Network, a medial group that tracks the country’s ongoing war.The group said at least 15 bodies have been recovered, while residents and rescue teams were still searching for at...

Why Brett Kavanaugh is the conservative Supreme Court judge most likely to stop Trump: expert

Conservative Supreme Court journalist and SCOTUSblog founder Adam Feldman wrote on Wednesday that — when it comes to determining the outcomes of cases important to President Donald Trump — Justice Brett Kavanaugh is the judge most likely to split from his Republican leader. On the other hand, Justice Neil Gorsuch is the one most likely to dissent f...

Trump vs his own party: US House overturns tariffs on Canada as Republicans revolt

The Republicans who voted to overturn the tariffs were Representatives Thomas Massie of Kentucky, Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, Don Bacon of Nebraska, Dan Newhouse of Washington, Jeff Hurd of Colorado and Kevin Kiley of California

Toyota issues another recall in US for over 141,000 vehicles affected by door defect — here's all we know

Toyota has recalled more than 141,000 vehicles due to a door defect that may lead to injury. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notified of an issue with the electrical system recently.

James Van Der Beek's death: The early sign of colon cancer that Dawson’s Creek star overlooked

James Van Der Beek, best known for Dawson’s Creek, died at 48 from colon cancer. James had said he overlooked early bowel changes, which he then attributed to coffee. His diagnosis highlights rising early-onset colorectal cancer cases and the importance of screening, as subtle digestive symptoms can signal serious disease.

Five earlier, now ten? Trump’s claim on India-Pakistan conflict shifts again — what he said now

US President Donald Trump again claimed he prevented a "nuclear war" between India and Pakistan, now saying 10 jets were shot down, up from earlier figures of five, seven and eight. Citing tariffs as leverage, the US president sought credit for peace efforts; however, India has denied any third-party mediation.

Which countries are the most corrupt, and where does India stand in 2025?

A recent report titled Global Transparency has revealed where countries stand corruption wise in 2025, highlighting the countries most affected and those where corruption has increased the most. Here is a closer look.

Massive fire engulfs waste cloth godown in Panipat; no casualties

According to police, the area where the fire broke out was a thickly populated area, and residents were evacuated as a precautionary measure

'Can't you ever ask anything else?': Siddaramaiah loses cool, demands to not be asked about Karnataka leadership change

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said both he and his deputy DK Shivakumar would follow any decision taken by the Congress high command regarding the leadership issue. His remarks come in the wake of comments by Shivakumar’s brother, former MP DK Suresh, who had suggested that leaders joining the party from outside were often given priority. “Can’t you (media) ask anything other than this (leadership change issue)? You don’t...

Breakaway yen keeps dollar under the cosh

In the current foreign exchange landscape, the US dollar is experiencing challenges from the surging yen, resilient yuan, and steady Australian dollar. As traders keep a watchful eye on forthcoming job and inflation statistics from the US, there’s a renewed sense of hope concerning global economic growth.

Clavicular reportedly escapes conviction after Arizona authorities drop felony fake ID and drug charges

Arizona prosecutors dropped felony and misdemeanor charges against Clavicular after his Scottsdale arrest for allegedly using a fake ID. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office said there was “no reasonable likelihood of conviction,” according to The New York Times. Clavicular, who streams on Kick, called the arrest “political persecution.” He remains a controversial online figure.

Stocks in news: HUL, HAL, Lenskart, BHEL, Ather Energy, Bharti Airtel

Markets traded lacklustre, ending almost unchanged after a recent surge, with analysts expecting further consolidation but a positive overall tone. Several companies like HUL, HAL, and Bharti Airtel were in focus due to Q3 results and news developments, including LG India's profit decline and Lenskart's profit surge.

Expired packaged food seized after helpline plaint

Jaipur: Food safety officials in Jaipur foiled an attempt to sell expired packaged food after a complaint was received through the state's 181 helpline Wednesday. Acting on the alert, a team from the Commissionerate of Food Safety and Drug Control raided Messrs Athlete Distributor in the Kho Nagoriyan area and seized a large stock of expired produc...