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Rapido denies involvement in an Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into a bike taxi driver's account, which allegedly received Rs 331 crore in illicit funds. The ED is investigating the "mule" account as part of a money-laundering case linked to online betting, with funds reportedly used for a lavish wedding.

NASA's James Webb Telescope has unveiled stunning new details of the Red Spider Nebula, NGC 6537. The image reveals the nebula's central star, previously faint, now glowing red due to hot dust. Scientists are also seeing the full extent of the nebula's 'legs' and a fast-moving jet carving its intricate structure, offering fresh insights into stellar death.

Team India's training session saw Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma preparing for their ODI return against South Africa. A light-hearted moment between Kohli and Rishabh Pant highlighted Kohli's form. Both batsmen are nearing significant international milestones: Rohit is close to 20,000 runs, while Kohli could surpass Sachin Tendulkar's century record in a single format.

President Trump is invoking a law to halt migration from "third-world countries," citing national security. This move, despite UN appeals, includes pausing asylum decisions and visa issuance for Afghan nationals. The administration cites public safety following a recent shooting incident involving an Afghan national as justification for these stringent measures.

Cyclone Ditwah intensifies, prompting a red alert for northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and south Andhra Pradesh. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is anticipated in several districts. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and fishermen to avoid the sea. Air India warns of flight disruptions. Sri Lanka has already reported significant destruction and casualties.

An industrialist's daughter-in-law allegedly faced prolonged mental and physical abuse, isolation, and humiliation at her marital home. Her mother has requested a CBI probe, citing incidents of assault during pregnancy, discovery of an extramarital affair, and restricted phone access, culminating in her death.

Police detained two persons at Mokhampura after registering and FIR

MNS chief, Congress, activists, and citizens join protests over land clearance for 2026 Kumbh Mela preparations 

With reduced game time, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are intensely focused on fitness and form, targeting the 2027 ODI World Cup. Despite lack of assured public words from chief selector Ajit Agarkar and coach Gautam Gambhir, their dedication and recent performances suggest a strong desire to continue playing.

A horrifying incident unfolded at 'La Resaka' bar in Tula, Mexico, where a deadly shooting has tragically taken the lives of seven patrons and critically injured five more. This ambush by armed attackers in the early hours appears to be tied to an escalating turf war fueled by gang rivalry over illegal activities like drug trafficking and fuel theft.

Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management Ramachandran said 28 disaster response teams, including SDRF and NDRF, have been kept ready, and an additional 10 more teams have come to Tamil Nadu from other States

Leon Draisaitl responded with 'Lol' to criticism about Edmonton Oilers' leadership. The podcast suggested top players like Draisaitl and Connor McDavid should provide more direction. Despite past Stanley Cup Final appearances, the Oilers face defensive struggles this season. Their offense remains strong with McDavid and Draisaitl. Fans are divided on the criticism. The team's on-ice performance will ultimately show leadership.

Incumbent Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand will supperannuate Febaruary 28, 2026

In a ‘dress rehearsal’ for India’s first-ever digital Census, enumerators learn the workings of two apps on their mobile phones. Women are set to lead the country’s headcount, being held after a gap of 16 years

A family in Noida faced a heart-wrenching ordeal when their five-year-old son required surgery for alarming respiratory issues brought on by pollution after relocating to the area. Struggling with relentless allergies and breathing troubles that defied treatment, the little boy's condition worsened to include swollen tonsils and adenoids.

The Syndicate resolved to withdraw two of its deposits under the corpus fund for the payment of pension arrears to retired employees; the government has chipped in with block grant of ₹20 crore to meet the contingency

Twenty years ago, dacoits struck at a bungalow off a highway near Chennai and killed one of its occupants, K. Sudarsanam, a sitting MLA. They attacked other members of the house brutally and fled with the loot. Investigators later realised that the gang had committed a rash of robberies across a vast territory in Tamil Nadu, stretching to the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. A Chennai court last week convicted three members of the Bawaria gang responsible for the daring robberies and sentenced them to several life terms in prison. R. Sivaraman recounts a shocking crime spree 

The Chennai Corporation had proposed a multilevel car parking on KNK Road in May 2024

The work is being carried out at a cost of ₹46.50 crore by CMDA under the North Chennai Development Programme.