Black panther & leopard drink water side-by-side in Karnataka, rare moment goes viral
A wildlife photographer has shared a rare video showing a black panther and a leopard drinking water side-by-side at Karnataka's Bhadra Tiger Reserve backwaters. The photographer captioned the viral video, "When the stars align, magic happens." Leopards are solitary predators and typically avoid prolonged contact with others of their kind. "The look at the end, got goosebumps," a person commented.
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A wildlife photographer has shared a rare video showing a black panther and a leopard drinking water side-by-side at Karnataka's Bhadra Tiger Reserve backwaters. The photographer captioned the viral video, "When the stars align, magic happens." Leopards are solitary predators and typically avoid prolonged contact with others of their kind. "The look at the end, got goosebumps," a person commented.
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Take money from others but vote for whistle: TVK's Vijay at rally
Actor-turned-politician and TVK founder Vijay urged people not to decline money for votes if offered by his rivals in the upcoming state Assembly elections, but vote for the whistle, his party's symbol. Vijay described his party as “100% pure force” that “will form the government for people's aspirations”. "Will you vote for good TVK or evil DMK?" he asked.
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03:20 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Actor-turned-politician and TVK founder Vijay urged people not to decline money for votes if offered by his rivals in the upcoming state Assembly elections, but vote for the whistle, his party's symbol. Vijay described his party as “100% pure force” that “will form the government for people's aspirations”. "Will you vote for good TVK or evil DMK?" he asked.
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Sensex plunges over 1,000 points to end below 83,000
Benchmark index Sensex dipped over 1,000 points to close at 82,626.76 on Friday, while Nifty fell more than 1% to end at 25,471.10. The slump was driven by volatility in global markets and a sharp sell-off in IT stocks amid concerns over AI-led disruption. Bajaj Finance and State Bank of India emerged as the only gainers on the Sensex.
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03:44 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Benchmark index Sensex dipped over 1,000 points to close at 82,626.76 on Friday, while Nifty fell more than 1% to end at 25,471.10. The slump was driven by volatility in global markets and a sharp sell-off in IT stocks amid concerns over AI-led disruption. Bajaj Finance and State Bank of India emerged as the only gainers on the Sensex.
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03:44 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Whenever Australia lost to Zimbabwe at ODI or T20I World Cups, India won the title
Zimbabwe defeated Australia by 23 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 on Friday. It's their third win against Australia in T20 or ODI World Cups. Whenever Australia have lost to Zimbabwe at ODI or T20 World Cups, India have gone on to win title. Australia previously lost to Zimbabwe in ODI World Cup 1983 and T20 World Cup 2007.
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Zimbabwe defeated Australia by 23 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 on Friday. It's their third win against Australia in T20 or ODI World Cups. Whenever Australia have lost to Zimbabwe at ODI or T20 World Cups, India have gone on to win title. Australia previously lost to Zimbabwe in ODI World Cup 1983 and T20 World Cup 2007.
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Indian batters should move away if Pakistan's Tariq pauses while bowling, suggests Ashwin
Former Team India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has suggested that Indian batters should move away if Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq pauses in his run-up while walking. "The batter has the right to move away. The batter can say, 'I don't know when the ball is coming, so I moved away'," Ashwin said. He added that it will be headache for umpires.
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03:38 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Former Team India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has suggested that Indian batters should move away if Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq pauses in his run-up while walking. "The batter has the right to move away. The batter can say, 'I don't know when the ball is coming, so I moved away'," Ashwin said. He added that it will be headache for umpires.
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Delhi became India's capital on Feb 13 in 1931: Jitendra Singh on new PMO
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Prime Minister's Office 'Seva Teerth' on Friday. "Incidentally, on this very day in 1931, that is 13 February 1931, the British had declared New Delhi the Capital of colonial India," Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh said. "The journey reflects PM Modi's resolve to shed colonial legacies and build a truly Aatmanirbhar...India," he added.
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03:58 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Prime Minister's Office 'Seva Teerth' on Friday. "Incidentally, on this very day in 1931, that is 13 February 1931, the British had declared New Delhi the Capital of colonial India," Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh said. "The journey reflects PM Modi's resolve to shed colonial legacies and build a truly Aatmanirbhar...India," he added.
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Valentine's Day event disrupted in Indore college, video shows young men carrying lathis
A Valentine's Day programme at Indore's Narsee Monjee College was disrupted by a Hindu organisation, police said, adding that further action in the matter will be taken. A video from the spot shows young men carrying lathis arguing with a security guard, chasing people and vandalising the venue. Police said that students were escorted and handed over to their parents.
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03:53 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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A Valentine's Day programme at Indore's Narsee Monjee College was disrupted by a Hindu organisation, police said, adding that further action in the matter will be taken. A video from the spot shows young men carrying lathis arguing with a security guard, chasing people and vandalising the venue. Police said that students were escorted and handed over to their parents.
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37-year-old man dies of heart attack at TVK chief Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu
A 37-year-old man from Maharashtra died due to a heart attack during actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu's Salem on Friday, reported News 18. The man, identified as Suraj, was taken to a hospital but was declared dead. Notably, in September last year, 41 people were killed in a stampede at Vijay's rally in Karur.
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03:52 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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A 37-year-old man from Maharashtra died due to a heart attack during actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu's Salem on Friday, reported News 18. The man, identified as Suraj, was taken to a hospital but was declared dead. Notably, in September last year, 41 people were killed in a stampede at Vijay's rally in Karur.
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Conversion or inter-caste marriage doesn't change caste determined by birth: HC
The Allahabad High Court has observed that caste determined by birth doesn't change due to religious conversion or inter-caste marriage. The court made the remark while hearing a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act involving a Scheduled Caste woman, married to a non-Scheduled Caste man. She alleged assault and casteist abuse by the appellants.
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03:49 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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The Allahabad High Court has observed that caste determined by birth doesn't change due to religious conversion or inter-caste marriage. The court made the remark while hearing a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act involving a Scheduled Caste woman, married to a non-Scheduled Caste man. She alleged assault and casteist abuse by the appellants.
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Mukesh Ambani's Reliance wins US licence for Venezuelan oil: Report
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries has secured a general licence from the US to directly buy Venezuelan oil without violating sanctions, Reuters reported. The licence authorises the purchase, exportation, sale and refining of Venezuelan-origin oil that has already been extracted. The conglomerate reportedly had to stop buying Venezuelan oil in early 2025 following US sanctions.
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04:14 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries has secured a general licence from the US to directly buy Venezuelan oil without violating sanctions, Reuters reported. The licence authorises the purchase, exportation, sale and refining of Venezuelan-origin oil that has already been extracted. The conglomerate reportedly had to stop buying Venezuelan oil in early 2025 following US sanctions.
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US spy agency aims to hire Chinese military personnel days after failed coup attempt in China
US' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) released a video portraying a high-ranking Chinese military officer working for the spy agency. The officer was seen driving to a secluded location where he uses secure network to transmit confidential data to CIA. This video attempting to hire Chinese military personnel comes days after China sacked 11 high-ranking officials after a failed coup attempt.
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04:11 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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US' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) released a video portraying a high-ranking Chinese military officer working for the spy agency. The officer was seen driving to a secluded location where he uses secure network to transmit confidential data to CIA. This video attempting to hire Chinese military personnel comes days after China sacked 11 high-ranking officials after a failed coup attempt.
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IAF to train British air force pilots for 1st time in history
Indian Air Force (IAF) instructors will train Britain’s Royal Air Force (RAF) pilots in the UK for the first time in history. Under the agreement, three IAF Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) will be deployed at RAF Valley to train pilots on BAE Hawk T2 and Texan T1 aircraft. The initial deployment will be for a period of two years.
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04:03 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Indian Air Force (IAF) instructors will train Britain’s Royal Air Force (RAF) pilots in the UK for the first time in history. Under the agreement, three IAF Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) will be deployed at RAF Valley to train pilots on BAE Hawk T2 and Texan T1 aircraft. The initial deployment will be for a period of two years.
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IE gives 2.5 stars to O'Romeo, says 'High on swag, low on substance'
The Indian Express rated 'O'Romeo' 2.5 stars, calling it stylish and swagger-filled but thin on substance. "The film doesn’t work as well in...romance department as it thinks it does," the review said. It added that while the film is handsomely mounted with slick action, ably pulled off by Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, it leaves you wanting more emotional depth.
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04:01 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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The Indian Express rated 'O'Romeo' 2.5 stars, calling it stylish and swagger-filled but thin on substance. "The film doesn’t work as well in...romance department as it thinks it does," the review said. It added that while the film is handsomely mounted with slick action, ably pulled off by Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, it leaves you wanting more emotional depth.
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Democrats accuse DOJ of 'spying' on lawmakers reviewing Epstein files
Lawmakers have sought answers from the US Justice Department after Attorney General Pam Bondi presented documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including records of search activity by Democratic Representative Pramila Jayapal. The disclosure at a House Judiciary Committee hearing sparked controversy, with Representative Jamie Raskin calling it "spying on members of Congress".
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04:24 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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Lawmakers have sought answers from the US Justice Department after Attorney General Pam Bondi presented documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including records of search activity by Democratic Representative Pramila Jayapal. The disclosure at a House Judiciary Committee hearing sparked controversy, with Representative Jamie Raskin calling it "spying on members of Congress".
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Palash Muchhal gets relief from HC after Smriti Mandhana's friend accuses him of cheating
The Bombay High Court has restrained actor-producer Vidnyan Mane, who is also Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's friend, from making any statements that can harm Palash Muchhal's reputation. Smriti's ex-fiance, Palash, had filed a defamation suit seeking ₹10 crore in damages after Mane claimed he was caught in bed with another woman. Mane also claimed Palash cheated him of ₹40 lakh.
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The Bombay High Court has restrained actor-producer Vidnyan Mane, who is also Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's friend, from making any statements that can harm Palash Muchhal's reputation. Smriti's ex-fiance, Palash, had filed a defamation suit seeking ₹10 crore in damages after Mane claimed he was caught in bed with another woman. Mane also claimed Palash cheated him of ₹40 lakh.
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Tech firms oppose IT rule mandating unlawful post removal in 3 hrs: Report
India's technology firms are preparing a formal pushback against the government's newly notified IT rules, and representations are being drafted to IT Ministry, Moneycontrol reported. They are mainly opposing the mandate requiring platforms to remove unlawful content within three hours of receiving complaint. They are also opposing the framework for regulating synthetically generated information.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
04:19 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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India's technology firms are preparing a formal pushback against the government's newly notified IT rules, and representations are being drafted to IT Ministry, Moneycontrol reported. They are mainly opposing the mandate requiring platforms to remove unlawful content within three hours of receiving complaint. They are also opposing the framework for regulating synthetically generated information.
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04:19 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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We're going to shoot down England: Italy cricket Prez after win vs Nepal
After Italy defeated Nepal by 10 wickets in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, Italy cricket President Simone Gambino said, “We're going right back to Kolkata to shoot down England.” Gambino stated that Italy aim to reach the semifinals of the tournament. Notably, Italy are currently above England in Group C points table and will face them on February 16.
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After Italy defeated Nepal by 10 wickets in their T20 World Cup 2026 match, Italy cricket President Simone Gambino said, “We're going right back to Kolkata to shoot down England.” Gambino stated that Italy aim to reach the semifinals of the tournament. Notably, Italy are currently above England in Group C points table and will face them on February 16.
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How will RBI's draft rules on mis-selling impact banks, insurers?
RBI draft rules on mis-selling aren't meant to stop banks from selling third-party products but to ensure ethical practices, said SBI ex-chair Dinesh Khara. Banks may lose bundled income, not all revenue, he added. Further, the impact on insurance firms could be more visible in the short term, especially for those dependent on bancassurance (banks acting as agents for insurers).
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04:42 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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RBI draft rules on mis-selling aren't meant to stop banks from selling third-party products but to ensure ethical practices, said SBI ex-chair Dinesh Khara. Banks may lose bundled income, not all revenue, he added. Further, the impact on insurance firms could be more visible in the short term, especially for those dependent on bancassurance (banks acting as agents for insurers).
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04:42 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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India eying 6 more 'submarine hunters' P-8Is in ₹36,200 crore deal with US
The Defence Acquisition Council on Thursday approved a proposal to procure six additional Boeing P-8I Poseidon aircraft from the US, reportedly at an estimated cost of about $4 billion (₹36,200 crore). The ‘submarine hunter’ aircraft will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s surveillance and combat capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region. The Navy currently operates 12 P-8Is.
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04:40 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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The Defence Acquisition Council on Thursday approved a proposal to procure six additional Boeing P-8I Poseidon aircraft from the US, reportedly at an estimated cost of about $4 billion (₹36,200 crore). The ‘submarine hunter’ aircraft will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s surveillance and combat capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region. The Navy currently operates 12 P-8Is.
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What do the guidelines say about service charge in restaurants?
According to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) guidelines, hotels and restaurants cannot automatically add service charge to bills or collect it under any other name. Customers cannot be forced to pay it and must be informed it is voluntary. Denial of entry or service is barred for refusal and service charge cannot be levied with GST.
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04:39 pm Friday, 13 February, 2026
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According to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) guidelines, hotels and restaurants cannot automatically add service charge to bills or collect it under any other name. Customers cannot be forced to pay it and must be informed it is voluntary. Denial of entry or service is barred for refusal and service charge cannot be levied with GST.
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