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In a major political development in Tamil Nadu, the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) has officially joined the DMK-led alliance, reshaping the state’s political landscape ahead of upcoming elections. The alliance brings together regional heavyweights as parties strategize to consolidate voter support after mixed performances in previous polls.

Meet the youngest voice at the India AI Impact Summit. Explore a unique keynote blending Indian philosophy with cutting-edge AI innovation and global tech trends.

The upcoming Google AI hub at Vizag will include a wide range of digital infrastructure, Gigawatt-scale compute capacity, a new international subsea cable gateway, and large-scale job creation alongside AI adoption across multiple industries.

Iran’s atomic chief Mohammad Eslami said Tehran cannot be denied its right to nuclear enrichment amid renewed US threats. Trump warned of possible military action as tensions escalate.

A tragic avalanche in California’s backcountry has left eight skiers dead, with one person still missing. Rescue teams continue search efforts despite challenging weather and dangerous snow conditions. Authorities say 15 people were part of the guided trip, with six survivors rescued.

A coalition of health and environmental organizations has filed a landmark lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s aggressive climate policy rollbacks in the United States. The legal action targets recent regulatory changes that critics argue undermine environmental protections, public health, and the nation’s ability to meet international climate commitments.

Indian workers were lynched in a park in Ashkelon, 50 kms away from Tel Aviv. The suspects have reportedly been arrested, and police alleged racial motivation.

Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 after the High Court dismissed his last-minute plea seeking more time in the cheque bounce case.

Western France is facing severe flooding after weeks of relentless rainfall pushed rivers to critical levels, prompting red alerts across multiple regions. Authorities warn that conditions could worsen as Storm Pedro advances, bringing additional heavy rain and strong winds to already saturated areas. Several departments along France’s west coast remain on maximum flood alert, with emergency crews monitoring rising riverbanks and reinforcing vulnerable infrastructure.

Reports indicate Elon Musk’s companies, including SpaceX and xAI, are bidding for classified Pentagon projects involving drone swarm technology. The developments have drawn attention amid discussions around military AI, autonomous systems, and next-generation warfare capabilities.

Lil Poppa, a renowned rapper, has reportedly died at the age of 25. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, he was scheduled to perform next month in New Orleans. Read to know more.

India’s Rafale fighter jet program is receiving a significant indigenous boost, deepening the country’s defense manufacturing capabilities under the Make in India initiative. The advanced Dassault Rafale fleet will now see greater local production of critical systems, marking a strategic shift from buyer to co-producer. In a major development, the precision-guided Hammer missile will be manufactured locally in partnership with Bharat Electronics Limited, strengthening India’s domestic missile ecosystem.

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, indigenous language models trained on local data are taking center stage for their potential to solve grassroots challenges. Here are major homegrown models that natively process dozens of regional languages.

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Tata Chairperson emphasized that India is building artificial intelligence with trust and scale, combining innovation with responsible practices. The summit hosted over 500 global AI leaders, including technologists, policymakers, and industry pioneers, to discuss AI research, ethical frameworks, and international collaboration. Leaders explored ways to make AI inclusive, safe, and globally impactful, reinforcing India’s growing role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

Ricky Ponting pulls no punches after Australia’s shock exit from the T20 World Cup 2026. Following losses to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, the former captain explains why this squad lacks the "aura" of past champions and what needs to change before the 2028 edition.

Bhattacharya succeeds Jim O’Neill, who served as both the acting CDC director and deputy secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. His appointment marks the latest development in a series of leadership changes over the past several months.

Tucker Carlson was briefly detained at Ben Gurion Airport after interviewing US Ambassador Mike Huckabee. Israel denies harassment claims.

Salman Khan paid a visit to his ailing father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, late on Wednesday night at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital. The veteran is admitted in the ICU and is on ventilator support.

Arsenal seemed to have held their nerves as the match went into the stoppage time with the Gunners still leading 2-1. A mix-up between Jesus and David Raya the led to Wolves debutant Tom Edozie, who came on the pitch in 84th minute, scoring the equalizer in 90+4th minute.