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The Indian government has established April 27, 2026, as the final deadline for citizens to apply for or update their birth certificates. Read the full story here

During the India-Bangladesh clash, Virat Kohli's struggle against leg-breaker continues as he gets dismissed by Rashid Hossain on 22 runs. Read the full story here

Comedian Harsh Gujral has removed all episodes of The Escape Room from YouTube, sparking speculation about a possible connection to the India’s Got Latent controversy. Read the full story here

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said, "Both sides should resolve their respective concerns through dialogue and consultation based on equality and mutual respect, and China will continue to take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard its legitimate rights and interests." Read the full story here

An insightful discussion on surviving the corporate world has emerged on Reddit, particularly within the Indian context. Here are some key takeaways shared by users Read the full story here

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has approved the construction of a dedicated airport in Purnia, Bihar, which will improve air connectivity in the Seemanchal region Read the full story here

The individual had threatened to blow up Eknath Shinde’s car. Similar threat emails were also received at Mantralaya and JJ Marg Police Station. Read the full story here

During the India and Bangladesh, the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma got dismissed on 41 runs. Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma went after the Bangladeshi bowlers. Read the full story here

The JioHotstar Premium plan offers an enhanced streaming experience with ad-free viewing, except for live content. Read the full story here

Dipika Kakar’s exit from Celebrity MasterChef has been confirmed by co-star Usha Nadkarni. The veteran actress revealed that Dipika had to leave the show regarding some issue. Read to know more. Read the full story here

"People of Manipur, both in Valley and Hills, have suffered immense hardship for the last over 20 months due to a series of unfortunate incidents affecting peace and communal harmony. In the greater interest of restoring normalcy, so that people can return to their normal day-to-day activities, all communities in the State must come forward to ensure the cessation of hostilities and maintenance of peace & order in the society," the governor said.  Read the full story here

Ricky Kej, a three-time Grammy Award winner, has unveiled his latest musical creation, the anthem for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, titled "Ek Mein Anek." Read the full story here

Following the BJP's recent victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, where they secured 48 out of 70 seats, Chief Minister-designate Rekha Gupta has affirmed that the BJP government. Read the full story here

During the Champions Trophy clash against Bangladesh Rohit Sharma came along with young Shubman Gill To bat after wrapping the Bangladeshi Innings at 228. Read the full story here

Will the Union government release a white paper on the USAID funding in India in the wake of US President Donald Trump dropping the hint that the Joe Biden administration wanted to get someone else elected in India? Read the full story here

The iconic crime-thriller show CID, featuring Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, and Aditya Srivastava, is set to stream on Netflix soon. Read the full story here

The Code of Ethics, inter-alia, requires OTT platforms not to transmit any content which is prohibited by law, undertake age-based classification of content, based on general guidelines provided in the Schedule to the Rules, implementation of access control mechanism for 'A' rated content to restrict access to such content by a child, and also exercise due caution and discretion. Read the full story here

Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET 2024) on Thursday, February 20, 2025. They Can also download the hall ticket here! Read the full story here

Bangladesh's Towhid Hridoy has been came to bat when the team was struggling at 26/3. He along with Jaker Ali built a stabilizing partnership due to which Bangladesh could end up at a score of 228. Read the full story here

A new theme park inspired by Disneyland is set to open in Navi Mumbai, named Wonder Park. Read the full story here

Meanwhile, Sonu’s wife Sarita filed a missing report of her husband at Gulabi Bagh police station. She stated in her complaint that two unidentified men had taken her husband on a bike.   Read the full story here

India's gold reserves are primarily stored in the Bank of England, which is known for its stringent security protocols. Like many other nations, India stores its gold reserves in foreign vaults to spread out risk and facilitate international trading. Read the full story here

The battle between two cricketing nations will be a high-voltage match which will be played on February 23, 2025 on Sunday. Read the full story here

bal rap icon Eminem is set to perform in India for the first time. Reports suggest Mumbai will host the concert as part of his 2025 world tour. Fans eagerly await official confirmation and ticket details Read the full story here

Is the water at the Sangam Nose, where Ganges meets Yamuna and mythical Saraswati fit for drinking, as claimed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Aditanath? Read the full story here

The much awaited India-Bangladesh clash took place on Thursday in the Dubai International Stadium, UAE which commenced India's campaign ion the Champions Trophy 2025. Read the full story here

Ahead of Daaku Maharaaj’s OTT release, rumours suggested that Urvashi Rautela’s scenes were cut. Netflix has now denied these claims, confirming the theatrical version will stream without edits. Read the full story here

On February 19, 2025, a young teacher in Kerala, Aleena Benny, was found dead after allegedly being denied her salary for six years. Read the full story here

Saudi Arabia has planned to spend $1 trillion on tourism. The country is planning to attract 15 crore tourists each year. Read the full story here

Australian women Annette Ford,57, was defrauded and lost over 4.3 crore to online scammers. Read the full story here

Watch exciting Champions Trophy 2025 matches live on JioHotstar, your favorite place for all the thrilling cricket action! Read the full story here

Produced by Jar Pictures and directed by Chandan Arora, Kanneda features Parmish Verma in the lead role as Nimma, alongside a talented cast that includes Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Ranvir Shorey, Arunoday Singh, Aadar Malik, and Jasmin Bajwa. Read the full story here

Reliance Jio has launched a new prepaid plan priced at ₹949, designed to cater to users who enjoy streaming content. Read the full story here

Actress Hina Khan’s cancer battle has sparked controversy as Rozlyn Khan accuses her of exaggerating her illness. She even leaked Hina’s alleged medical report, calling her an 'opportunist' and demanding a public apology. Read the full story here

According to the ministry, for round 2, more than 70 IEC events are being conducted across India in districts with maximum number of internship opportunities in colleges, universities ITIs, Rozgar melas etc., based on the kind of qualifications required for these internships. Read the full story here

Continuous selling by the foreign investors in Indian equities. Foreign investors have pulled out Rs 28,418 crore from Indian equities this month so far. Read the full story here

After Tesla CEO Elon Musk met PM Modi in the White House, it was believed that the two had discussed the possibility of opening an EV factory in India so that the US major could make cars in India circumventing its high triff on the automobiles. Read the full story here

As India takes on Bangladesh in its tournament opener for the the Champions Trophy 2025 edition, Bangladesh after winning the toss opted to bat bat first but it seems like the decision worked against them. Read the full story here

Vicky Kaushal played the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, who was the eldest son of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Kingdom. Read the full story here

Recently, Reliance Jio, one of the biggest companies in India, partnered with Disney to launch a new OTT platform. Read the full story here

Coin Master primarily revolves around the spin and the slot machine. The virtual slot machine is the core mechanic of the game and it indicates what you are required to do next. Read the full story here

A delightful video featuring spiritual leader Premanand Ji Maharaj has gone viral, showcasing his infectious laughter during a puppet show with characters Johny and Tony. Read the full story here

Nita Ambani reveals her favourite actor and chooses Ranbir Kapoor over Ranveer Singh and Bill Gates during a rapid-fire session at the Harvard India Conference. Read the full story here

you can even convert your gold coins into real money as the game offers you various cash-out options. Read the full story here

Elvish Yadav and Chum Darang have reportedly been approached to participate in Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. Read the full story here

Puzzles are a great way to enrich your vocabulary and NYT Connections is one such popular daily puzzle game. Read the full story here

It's time for the update on the latest film releases on OTT Platform Jio Hotstar, which is catching many eyeballs, and people eagerly await the releases. Here are the top 5 films/series you can binge at the comfort of your home. Read the full story here

India will take on Bangladesh in the Dubai International Stadium, UAE. India makes another record of losing the Toss for the 11th consecutive time. Read the full story here

The Vehicle was being driven in its Super sport mode that probably provides the vehicle with extra torque on demand- More Details Below Read the full story here

Foreign investors who had already invested in India withdrew funds amounting to $43.99 billion, a sharp rise from $33.06 billion in the previous year. Read the full story here

After the Supreme Court called for better control of inappropriate content on YouTube, the government has now told OTT platforms to follow the ethics code closely Read the full story here

Are you curious to know more? Let's delve into what makes this film an intriguing watch. Read the full story here

Trump highlighted how India’s high tariffs making their entry difficult, he said, “ They got a lot of money. They're one of the highest taxing countries in the world in terms of us. We can hardly get in there because their tariffs are so high.”  Read the full story here

Look for off-topic words as a guide. Every 3 non-theme words you reveal; the letters will be highlighted with a clue to find a themed word without revealing the word directly. Read the full story here

Former Pakistan bowler Saqlain Mushtaq criticizes India's refusal to visit for Champions Trophy 2025 and urges tough action. Read the full story here

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has stated that new regulations regarding FASTag transactions, implemented by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), will not negatively affect highway users' experiences at toll plazas Read the full story here

Rekhachihram focuses on a cop, who is suspended due to a gambling scandal. He rejoins and is handed over an 40-year-old murder case.  Read the full story here

As the Champions Trophy commences on 19 February, New Zealand won the inaugural match by defeating the hosts Pakistan by 60 runs. Today India will take on Bangladesh in the Dubai International Stadium, UAE. Read the full story here

Arshdeep Singh has been consistent performer for India especially in death overs and he has time and them showcased his abilities with his ability to bowl yorkers and maintain tight lines. Read the full story here

Satwik is currently in Delhi and was to participate in the 43rd PSPB Inter-Unit Badminton Tournament. Read the full story here

This milestone marks a long-awaited moment for early adopters who have been mining Pi for years. Users can now buy, sell, and trade Pi Coin like any other cryptocurrency. Read the full story here

Well, let's not go straight to the answer. Below, check out some clues for Wordle Answer and Hints Today February 20, 2025. Read the full story here

Back in 2015, the disruption caused by the three BJP MLA’s including Vijender Gupta, OP Sharma and Jagdish Pradhan over the demands of the fourth Delhi Finance Commission's recommendations to be implemented. Read the full story here

Vishal Dadlani defends Samay Raina amid the India’s Got Latent controversy, slamming trolls and the government for hypocrisy. He questions the focus on online content and highlights the ignored issue of Maha Kumbh deaths. Read the full story here

Babar is being called the villain of this defeat, because he batted very slowly, so the team had to face defeat. Read the full story here

Newcastle United are still strongly competing for a European berth as the Premier League season approaches its important final stage. Read the full story here

In preparation for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, JioStar, a joint venture involving Reliance Industries, Disney, and Bodhi Tree, is undergoing a significant rebranding and expansion of its sports broadcasting network. Read the full story here

Other top five highest grossing animated films are: Inside Out 2, The Lion King (2019), Frozen 2, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Read the full story here

Directed by Magizh Thirumeni, Vidaamuyarchi is a Tamil-language action thriller that was released on February 6, 2025. However, the Ajith Kumar starrer did not perform well at the box office. The audience is now eagerly awaiting its OTT release, where the film has the potential to perform well. Read the full story here

The report mentioned that a customer was charged Rs 15  as a “convenience fee” when he made payment through credit cards. This fee was a processing fee for credit or debit cards, including GST. Read the full story here

Situated in Prithviraj Road, Lutyens' Delhi, plot size is 4,925 square meters with a built-up area of 1,189 square meters has a price per square meter for Rs 8.8 lakh Read the full story here

The planetary parade, which started last month, is almost over. On February 28, all the planets in our solar system will be visible in the night sky for a short time. Read the full story here

India's spin bowling unit has sufficient options for the Champions Trophy, with Jadeja and Axar Patel both having similar skill sets. Read the full story here

They new Chief Minister of Delhi and other ministers were administered oath by lieutenant governor VK Saxena in the presence of PM Modi, Union home minister Amit Shah and chief minister's of different states of the ruling NDA Government. Read the full story here

Kunchacko Boban’s crime thriller Officer On Duty hits cinemas today, February 20, with a U/A certificate. Read the full story here

Has the BJP-RSS war reached to a decisive stage where the Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proved his grip over the party? How long will he be able to stop the Hindutva outfit after staging a coup in the selection of Delhi's Chief Minister? Read the full story here

Let’s delve into this decision that has stirred dialogues across the viewer spectrum. Read the full story here

The team's star batsman Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the ICC tournament due to injury. Read the full story here

Tomarket is based on Telegram and is powered by the TON blockchain. The Tomarket Secret Daily Combo enhances your gaming experiences with exciting rewards and earnings. Read the full story here

Marvel’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is set to return for Season 2, possibly in 2026. With production already underway, fans can expect major twists, including Peter Parker’s father’s return, Norman Osborn’s darker turn, and a potential Venom storyline. Read the full story here

The founders of Huma Qureshi-backed startup company 'Moderate' pitched their business on Shark Tank India Season 4, gaining significant attention. Read on to learn more about the founders and the company. Read the full story here

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has been punished a two-match ban after his fiery protest at the referee in a game in La Liga last played. Read the full story here

Maruti's share in the overall market has been under pressure due to the sustained move users- More Details Below Read the full story here

Rekha, originally hailing from Haryana’s Jind, started her political career in the year 1992 with Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad at Daulat Ram College, Delhi University. She later became the President of the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) in 1996-97. Read the full story here

Light, crispy, and utterly delicious, Medu Vada is the perfect comfort food. Read the full story here

The Uttar Pradesh Police have started legal action against two social media accounts for posting and selling explicit videos and photos of women pilgrims bathing and changing clothes Read the full story here

Pi Network happens to be a unique cryptocurrency platform that combines social interaction, developer tools, and real-world applications altogether. Furthermore, the platform allows users to easily mine and transact Pi coins using mobile devices. Read the full story here

Today, the second match is between the favourites India and Bangladesh at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. Read the full story here

The forecast for Kolkata - West Bengal calls for a partly cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorm with a high of 28.0°C and a low of 21.0°C. and an AQI of 152. Yellow alert for today: Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc Read the full story here

The earthquake struck at precisely 8:49:45 AM IST, with its epicentre located 75 kilometers beneath the sea. It was pinpointed at 5.57 degrees eastern longitude. Read the full story here

The rumours of problems in couple's relationship came in late 2024 after reports surfaced that the couple had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Read the full story here

Nadaaniyan stars Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor in the lead roles. Read the full story here

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) did a lot of hard work to ensure that the stadiums were ready on time but the efforts seem to be in vain as there were very less fans. Read the full story here

The EV Sierra would probably have a completely sealed off front intake. While the car was under heavy camouflage - More Details Ahead- Read the full story here

If you love horror movies then this list is for you! From supernatural thrillers to demonic hauntings, these five films on JioHotstar will leave you sleepless! Read the full story here

With 48 legislators, choosing the right Chief Minister and ministers was a big challenge. Read the full story here

Premium+ subscribers on X have a privilege to enjoy an ad-free experience in most areas, including their timelines, post replies, and profiles. This provides a smoother and more uninterrupted way to enjoy content on the platform. Read the full story here

Indian captain Rohit Sharma alone is overpowering the entire Pakistan team in the Champions Trophy 2025. Read the full story here

A direct pick of Amit Shah, she is a first-time MLA, which could make managing a state accustomed to freebies for the last decade a challenging task. Read the full story here

The Test mule was spotted with an engine guard which would protect the  engine in case of a fall- More Details Ahead Read the full story here

Pakistan will be playing against their arch-rivals India on February 23 as India is the toughest opponent for Pakistan and it will be very difficult for them to qualify. Read the full story here

Kirti Kulhari talked about how she realised the hierarchy in the film industry for the first time during the promotions of Pink. Read the full story here

As the BJP announced Rekha Gupta as Delhi's new Chief Minister on Thursday, Congress's Alka Lamba started looking through an old photo album from 30 years ago. Read the full story here

The distressing event triggered a massive protest by the residents of the society following which the woman was arrested by the police, reports added. Authorities are now looking into the matter. Read the full story here

India's first match will be against Bangladesh on February 20 and despite the absence of Jasprit Bumrah there are three bowlers who are likely to create tough problems for Bnagladesh. Read the full story here

"This is it: The world’s smartest AI, Grok 3, now available for free (until our servers melt). X Premium+ and SuperGrok users will have increased access to Grok 3, in addition to early access to advanced features like Voice Mode," wrote xAI on X. Read the full story here

The Chief Minister said that the state government is making strenuous efforts to use the canal water for irrigation purposes. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that at the time he assumed the charge of office only 21% canal water was being used in the state. However, he said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that today 84% of the canal water is being used for irrigation purposes. Read the full story here

According to statistics, India has an upper hand against Bangladesh, but the Bangladeshi team is adept at making upsets. Read the full story here

The flight had 396 passengers and 12 crew members on board. Read the full story here

The Company has been planning to diversify its exports portfolio in diverse markets while it still is reeling with shipment challenges in regions like -Details Below Read the full story here

Airtel is offering free Jio Hotstar subscriptions with selected prepaid, postpaid, and broadband plans. Read the full story here

Lionel Messi's final goal in the 56th minute lead to Inter Miami squeaking out a 1-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City in a bitterly fought CONCACAF Champions Cup first-round contest. Read the full story here

Team India enters the Champions Trophy with an impressive 3-0 ODI series win against England and that has given them huge confidence for opening match against Bangladesh. Read the full story here

Comedian Samay Raina, currently on his Canada tour, addressed the India’s Got Talent controversy on stage in Edmonton. Read the full story here

The company has sufficient liquidity to cover debt servicing for at least the next 12 months. As of September 30, 2024, the fund flow from operations (Cash After Tax) stood at INR 58,908 crore, the asset base reached Rs 5.53 lakh crore, and the Net Debt to EBITDA ratio was 2.46x. Read the full story here

Syndicated in over 300 newspapers and magazines and available online at the newspaper's website and mobile apps as part of the New York Times Games, the NYT Crossword is an American-style daily crossword puzzle. Read the full story here

In every game, both teams come forward with big team lists; hence, it would definitely be an exciting and very tightly competed one. Read the full story here

The PM Internship Scheme is offering 2,308 spots for students in Bihar who have completed 10th, 12th, or graduation. Read the full story here

However Apple has played their cards right by giving the phone their flagship processor and apple intelligence support Read the full story here

The Men in Green could not get into gear or develop any significant partnerships, and the required run rate continued to increase as the game wore on. Read the full story here

Securing a 4-3 aggregate win, PSV Eindhoven came back from a first-leg deficiency in a thrilling UEFA Champions League playoff to beat Juventus 3-1 after extra time. Read the full story here

Daredevil Born Again focuses on Matt Murdock, who is a blind lawyer and fights for justice. He has to face the former crime boss Wilson Fisk. Read the full story here

Merriam-Webster acquired Quordle in January 2023 for an undisclosed sum. Greg Barlow, the company's president, said the game was "a favorite" among employees and added that it would be "a great addition" to the site's game selection. Read the full story here

It has a no telephoto lens so there would be no other zoom options, nor is there a wide angle camera or wide angle shots and Macro Images- Details Below Read the full story here

United States President Donald Trump accused Zelenskyy of persuading the United States to invest billions of dollars in a war he believed could not be won. Read the full story here

Earlier on February 15, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) announced the return of three hostages--Alexandre, Sagui, and Iair-- after 498 days in captivity. The IDF confirmed that the hostages are being accompanied by IDF and Israel Security Agency (ISA) forces as they make their way back to Israeli territory. Upon arrival, they will undergo an initial medical assessment. Read the full story here

As soon as the news of the PI/USDT spot trading pair listing on a prominent exchange came out, the Pi coin price surged 106%, breaking the $100 mark. Read the full story here

The players remain constantly engaged due to daily crypto code system. Users can boost their rankings by cracking daily codes even while outside the battlefield. Read the full story here

Blackpink will perform in Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, London ans Tokyo. Read the full story here

Babar Azam’s half-century (64 from 90 balls) was agonizingly slow, and though Khushdil Shah made a gallant knock of 69 from 49 balls, it was too little, too late to be effective. Read the full story here

The portrait mode would help you take the most stunning portrait photos with ease- Details Below Read the full story here

Aadar Jain’s engagement speech went viral as he admitted to doing "time pass" for four years before finally being with Alekha Advani. Read the full story here

Eleven days after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gained a landslide victory in the assembly elections, the name of the Chief Minister was jointly announced by observers OP Dhankar and Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday. Read the full story here

Even though bank branches are closed in some states, customers can seamlessly use ATMs, online banking, mobile banking, and UPI to make transactions. Read the full story here

Missing Day is a reminder of the special bonds we share, even when distance separates us. Share these heartfelt messages, quotes, stickers and GIF's to let your loved ones know they're missed and cherished. Read the full story here

In Free Fire's Battle Royale mode, up to 52 players land on an island without weapons. You must fight to be the last survivors by looting weapons and equipment from buildings. Read the full story here

Beyond that the Phone has been instilled with a new Apple's own 5g modem that is being revered to be the most power efficient modem module ever used in an apple phone- Details Below- Read the full story here

Gold prices in India aren't solely driven by physical gold demand and supply. Instead, they're significantly influenced by trading activities on major global markets, including the London OTC spot market and the COMEX gold futures market. Read the full story here

Born in 1974 in Nandgarh village of Haryana’s Jind district, Rekha began her political journey with Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). Rekha is known for advocating issues of student during her tenure as DUSU President. Read the full story here

Girls born on these dates are associated with intelligence, sharp thinking and adaptability, but it is also linked to manipulation. Read the full story here

This defeat against New Zealand places Pakistan on the brink of elimination, and with their next fixture against India a do-or-die affair after this loss, a defeat now threatens to kick them out of the tournament altogether. Read the full story here

What is Arjun Kapoor’s current relationship status? His co-star Harsh Gujral recently unveiled the truth in an interview! Read the full story here

The swearing-in ceremony of the first time MLA from the Shalimar Bagh assembly constituency will be held in Ramlila Maidan today. The event will witness participation from top BJP leaders and chief ministers from various states. Read the full story here

Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani have officially kickstarted their pre-wedding ceremony with a grand mehendi ritual. Read the full story here

Catch up on the latest cricket, football, olympics & indian sports news and live updates for February 20, 2025 Read the full story here

Catch up on the latest environmental issues, climate change & conservation news and live updates for February 20, 2025 Read the full story here

Catch up on the latest stock market, economy, and financial news and live updates for February 20, 2025 Read the full story here

MS Dhoni also offered the younger players a piece of advice and encouraged the, to recognize that what is truly beneficial for them and prioritize accordingly. Read the full story here

Chhaava brings to life the heroic journey of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, with Vicky Kaushal in the lead role. Read the full story here

The Met Body forecasts a fresh western disturbance likely to impact Northwest India starting from February 24, 2025. Under its influence, Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, HImachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Muzaffarabad will receive isolated to Scattered light to moderate rain/snow on 24th & 25th. Read the full story here

According to the Air Quality Early Warning System For Delhi, the air quality is likely to be in the moderate category from 20 to 21 February. The sky will remain generally cloudy with little drizzle in parts of the city on Thursday. Read the full story here

Securing a 6-3 aggregate victory, Real Madrid came back from a 3-1 deficit at the Santiago Bernabéu to beat Man City in an exciting UEFA Champions League playoff. Read the full story here