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Federal layoffs: Nearly 10,000 workers fired as Trump, Musk target US agencies

Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:59 AM IST

Over 9,500 federal workers were laid off in a drive led by President Trump and advisor Elon Musk to reduce bureaucracy. 

Donald Trump has entrusted Elon Musk's DOGE with cutting down the 'wast' of dollars by slashing government spending and increasing efficiency.(Bloomberg)

Delhi govt formation: Swearing-in likely on Feb 19 or 20, says BJP leader

BJP leaders said the new dispensation will give priority to clean drinking water supply, improved civic infrastructure, among other things.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National General Secretary (Org) BL Santosh, Delhi party president Virender Sachdeva, party national vice-president Baijayant Panda, party MP Bansuri Swaraj pose for a picture with newly elected party MLAs Parvesh Verma, Anil Sharma, Satish Upadhyay, Kailash Gahlot, Shikha Roy, Harish Khurana and others at Delhi BJP Office in New Delhi on Sunday. (ANI)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 04:54 AM IST

US Army officially pauses recruitment of transgenders individuals

The US Army announced that it will no longer allow transgender people to join the military and will stop providing gender-affirming medical aid indefinitely

Transgender individuals will no longer be allowed to join the US Army and gender-affirming care for service members will be paused indefinitely (AP)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 04:50 AM IST

JD Vance slams European allies, downplays Russia, China threats in fiery speech

US Vice President JD Vance criticised European leaders at the Munich Security Conference. He condemned regulations on speech.

US Vice President JD Vance delivers his speech during the 61st Munich Security Conference, southern Germany on February 14.(AFP)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:33 AM IST

India's Got Latent row: Apoorva Mukhija dropped from IIFA event in Jaipur

Apoorva Mukhija aka Rebel Kid has reportedly been dropped from list of official ambassadors for the IIFA awards set to take place in Jaipur next month.

Apoorva Mukhija aka 'The Rebel Kid' appeared in the controversial episode of comedian Samay Raina's YouTube show India's Got Latent.(Instagram/the.rebel.kid)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 05:12 AM IST

9,500 layoffs, 75,000 buyouts in US: Which agencies hit the hardest?

In a move to streamline the federal workforce, Donald Trump and Elon Musk have initiated 9,500 layoffs and 75,000 buyouts.

Donald Trump's inner circle feeling ‘iced out’ due to his close bond with Elon Musk.(AFP)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:56 AM IST

CBSE Boards 2025 begin today: Over 42 Lakh students, 7,842 centres | Quick

The CBSE Board exams 2025 will take place at 7,842 centres across India, as well as in 26 countries worldwide.

As per CBSE officials, students will not be permitted to enter the examination centres after 10 AM(Representative image)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 04:51 AM IST

Perry, Richa Ghosh help RCB pull off biggest run chase in WPL history

Smriti Mandhana-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) got off to a winning start in the 2025 edition of the Women's Premier League.

Smriti Mandhana-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) got off to a winning start in the 2025 edition of the Women's Premier League.(AFP)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 06:16 AM IST

Stree 2 writer slams remake culture in Bollywood, calls system broken

Stree 2 writer Niren Bhatt attended the 7th edition of the Indian Screenwriters Conference (ISC), where he spoke on the dire situation of the industry.

Stree 2 writer Niren Bhatt said this is the worst time for writers in the industry.
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:15 AM IST

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Style actor Sahil Khan marries 22-year-old Milena at Burj Khalifa in Dubai

Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:24 AM IST

Sahil Khan, for the wedding, opted for a white shirt, black suit and trousers. Milena wore a white dress.

Sahil Khan and Milena got married in Dubai.

Kangana Ranaut recalls mom telling her she should be able to make achar, ghee

During an interview with Brut India, Kangana spoke about her childhood, and what her mother used to tell her.

Kangana has opened a new restaurant, The Mountain Story, in Manali.
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:22 AM IST

Woman records Mukesh Ambani taking holy dip at Mahakumbh metres away from her

Mukesh Ambani, along with his mother, sons, daughters-in-law, and grandkids, visited Mahakumbh to take a dip in Triveni Sangam.

Stills from a video showing Mukesh Ambani and his family, captured by a woman at Mahakumbh. (Instagram/@shivohamyog_retreat)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:49 AM IST

How much did D Gukesh, Carlsen earn in Weissenhaus Freestyle Chess Grand Slam?

D Gukesh has received criticism from some section of fans for his winless campaign at Weissenhaus.

D Gukesh and Magnus Carlsen took place at the first leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam.(AP)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:27 AM IST

Woman who lost 9 kgs, shares tips to lose fat while having your favourite foods

From adding pure proteins to the diet to prioritising fiber, here are ten tips to lose fat, build muscles and still munch on your favourite foods.

Mahtab Ekay shared ten tips on how to lose fat, build muscles, and still keep our favourite foods in the diet. (Pexels)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:00 AM IST

[Cricket]

Shardul reveals Rohit Sharma's 'confident' claim despite brutal form slump durin

Published on Feb 14, 2025 07:35 PM IST

Shardul Thakur spoke in detail about his chat with Rohit Sharma during the latter's Ranji Trophy appearance for Mumbai last month.

Shardul Thakur celebrates with Rohit Sharma (PTI)

ECB confirms stance on PAK players' involvement in Hundred after IPL investment

Will players from Pakistan turn up for ‘The Hundred’ after investment from IPL franchises? The ECB makes its stance clear. 

Will players from Pakistan turn up for ‘The Hundred’ after investment from IPL franchises?(AP)
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 06:49 PM IST

Kapil Dev's blunt 'team game, not individual' verdict on Bumrah's CT absence

Team India will be without Jasprit Bumrah at the Champions Trophy, who was ruled out with a back injury.

Kapil Dev issued a straightforward remark on Jasprit Bumrah's injury absence for Champions Trophy(PTI)
Published on Feb 14, 2025 06:07 PM IST

Babar Azam beats Kohli, becomes fastest Asian to achieve stellar ODI milestone

Babar Azam has left behind Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson and David Warner to become the joint-fastest batter to 6000 ODI runs. 

Babar Azam joint-fastest to 6000 ODI runs. (Photo by Asif HASSAN / AFP)(AFP)
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 03:32 PM IST

No free streaming of IPL 2025 in new JioHotsar after Jio and Star merger

From now on, fans will need a minimum subscription plan of ₹149 to watch IPL on the newly launched JioHotstar. There will be no complete free streaming.

Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli during an IPL 2024 match. (ANI)
Updated on Feb 14, 2025 11:22 AM IST

[Entertainment ]

Diddy hired trafficked underaged girl for Miami sex party, says new lawsuit

Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:54 AM IST

As Diddy spends a ‘lonely’ Valentine's Day behind bars in Brooklyn, a plaintiff filed a new lawsuit through Tony Buzbee this week. 

Sean Diddy Combs was hit with another lawsuit on Friday.

JLo ‘still very much in love’ with Affleck and planning to close the gap

Jennifer Lopez is considering buying a home near Ben Affleck to maintain their family connection despite their separation.

While Jennifer Lopez claims to prioritize their children, insiders suggest she still loves Ben Affleck and seeks a close relationship. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP)(AFP)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:48 AM IST

Style actor Sahil Khan marries 22-year-old Milena at Burj Khalifa in Dubai

Sahil Khan, for the wedding, opted for a white shirt, black suit and trousers. Milena wore a white dress.

Sahil Khan and Milena got married in Dubai.
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:24 AM IST

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‘Elon Musk is the father’: Author claims she had a baby with world’s richest man

Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:59 AM IST

An author's claim about having Elon Musk's baby has created a stir.

The author's claim about having Elon Musk's baby has gone viral. (REUTERS)

Rare encounter: Villagers show man from uncontacted tribe how to use lighter

Reportedly, the villagers believed that the man from the uncontacted Indigenous Amazon tribe contacted them to ask for fire.

A man from an uncounted Indigenous tribe sees a lighter. (Screengrab (X))
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:32 AM IST

Woman records Mukesh Ambani taking holy dip at Mahakumbh metres away from her

Mukesh Ambani, along with his mother, sons, daughters-in-law, and grandkids, visited Mahakumbh to take a dip in Triveni Sangam.

Stills from a video showing Mukesh Ambani and his family, captured by a woman at Mahakumbh. (Instagram/@shivohamyog_retreat)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 06:49 AM IST

Reese Witherspoon reveals the new Elle Woods for Legally Blonde prequel; read

Reese Witherspoon has just announced the new Elle Woods for the upcoming Legally Blonde prequel series, and they look exactly alike; watch

Reese Witherspoon and Lexi Minetree
Published on Feb 15, 2025 12:15 AM IST
ByAadrika Sominder

Sad over spending V Day alone? This 2009 romcom will knock some sense into you!

Valentine's Day can either be pink and red or blue and grey. Depends on your situation(ship). And perspective. Either way, we have the perfect antidote

Sad over spending Valentine's Day alone (again)? You need ONE advice — He's Just Not That Into You!(Photos: IMDb)
Published on Feb 14, 2025 09:46 PM IST
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Kerala gets Wildlife Board approval for Silandhi check dam, likely to trigger dispute with TN

Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:56 AM IST

The Kerala Water Authority confirmed that the NBWL has given the green light to use 0.0442 hectares of forest land from Anamudi Shola National Park to construct the weir across the Silandhi river

Kerala gets Wildlife Board approval for Silandhi check dam, likely to trigger dispute with TN
ByKA Shaji

Centre grants loan of 529.5-cr for landslides, Kerala calls it ‘mockery of people’

The financial assistance by the Centre in the form of a loan to be repaid in 50 years came months after the Kerala government requested a special financial package to meet the rehabilitation costs

At least 266 people were killed in the landslides that took place in the Wayanad on July 30 last year. (PTI)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:46 AM IST

SC grants ex-IAS probationer protection from arrest till mar 17

A bench headed by justice BV Nagarathna told Khedkar to cooperate with the investigation and posted the matter for further hearing on March 18.

A bench headed by justice BV Nagarathna told Khedkar to cooperate with the investigation and posted the matter for further hearing on March 18. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:44 AM IST
ByAbraham Thomas, New Delhi

State attracts over 10.27L-cr investments at global meet, likely to create 600K jobs: Govt

A notable aspect of this investment drive is its emphasis on decentralisation, with nearly 75% of the proposed projects planned outside Bengaluru district and 45% directed towards North Karnataka

Union minister of state V Somanna with Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar at the Global Investors’ Meet 2025, in Bengaluru on Friday. (PTI)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:42 AM IST

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Love and Relationship Horoscope for February 16, 2025

Published on Feb 15, 2025 06:00 AM IST

Daily Love Horoscope February 16, 2025: The day anticipates minor setbacks in love. Find daily astrological predictions for all sun signs.

Daily Love and Relationship Horoscope 2025: Find out love predictions for February 15.
ByNeeraj Dhankher

Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, February 14, 2025 astro tips for big moves

Aries Daily Horoscope Today, February 14, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Today is a good day to assess your financial situation.

Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025: Today is a day to trust your intuition. F
Published on Feb 15, 2025 04:11 AM IST

Aquarius Valentine's Day Horoscope Today, Feb 15, 2025 predicts new workload

Aries Valentine's Day Horoscope, February 15, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Navigate your path with clarity.

Aquarius Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025: Today brings a sense of openness and curiosity.
Published on Feb 15, 2025 04:10 AM IST

Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025 predicts exciting chances

Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Today offers opportunities for growth and adventure.

Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025: Today brings a sense of adventure and growth.
Published on Feb 15, 2025 04:08 AM IST

Capricorn Daily Horoscope Today, February 14, 2025 predicts significant progress

Capricorn Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025 to know your astrological predictions. Today is all about putting in the hard work and staying disciplined.

Capricorn Daily Horoscope Today, February 15, 2025: At work, your dedication will be noticed, and you may make significant progress
Published on Feb 15, 2025 04:08 AM IST

[Lifestyle]

Eating from plastic containers may increase chance of heart failure: Study

Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:56 AM IST

A new study adds to mounting evidence of the risks associated with eating from plastic and builds on previous evidence linking plastic to heart disease.

To minimize the risks associated with disposable plastic takeout containers, consider opting for alternative containers made from safer materials. (Representative picture: Freepik)

Anti-Valentine's Week 2025 Calendar Full List: Slap Day to Breakup Day

Anti-Valentine's Week 2025 Calendar Full List: Anti-Valentine's Week begins on February 15 with Slap Day. See the complete list.

Anti-Valentine's Week 2025 begins on February 15, a day after Valentine's Day. Check Anti-Valentine's Week 2025 Calendar Full List: From Slap Day and Kick Day to Breakup Day.
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:06 AM IST

Woman who lost 9 kgs, shares tips to lose fat while having your favourite foods

From adding pure proteins to the diet to prioritising fiber, here are ten tips to lose fat, build muscles and still munch on your favourite foods.

Mahtab Ekay shared ten tips on how to lose fat, build muscles, and still keep our favourite foods in the diet. (Pexels)
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:00 AM IST

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[Education ]

MAH CET 2025: MHT CET, LLB, BCA, MBA, B.Ed, MCA and other CET exam dates out

Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:36 AM IST

MHT CET, LLB, BCA, MBA, B.Ed, MCA and other CET exam dates have been released. The official notice is given here. 

MAH CET 2025: MHT CET, LLB, BCA, MBA, B.Ed, MCA and other CET exam dates out

CBSE 10th Science Exam: Key topics, preparation tips, time management tricks

CBSE 10th Science Exam 2025 to be held on February 20, 2025. Know key topics, preparation tips and time management tricks from expert. 

CBSE 10th Science Exam: Key topics, preparation tips, time management tricks (Handout)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:36 AM IST

CBSE board exam 2025 begins today, dress code, items allowed, instructions

On the first day, Class 10 students will take English (Communicative/Language and Literature) papers. Class 12 students will write the Entrepreneurship paper.

CBSE board exam 2025 begins tomorrow(Handout)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:35 AM IST

RRB NTPC Exam Date News 2025 LIVE: How, where to check exam schedule when out

RRB NTPC Exam Date News 2025 LIVE: Check where and how to download the RRB NTPC exam schedule when released. Follow the live blog for the latest updates.

live RRB NTPC Exam Date News 2025 LIVE: How, where to check exam schedule when out(Rajkumar)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:35 AM IST

UGC NET Result 2024 News LIVE: Websites to check December scorecards when out

UGC NET Result 2024 News LIVE: The UGC NET December exam result will be declared at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Follow the blog for the latest updates.

live UGC NET Result 2024 News LIVE: Websites to check December scorecards when out (Hindustan Times)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 07:33 AM IST
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