Gallery Kolkata, at 41, Shakespeare Sarani, is currently hosting ‘Three Visions – One Legacy: Resonances of Myth, Form & Identity’, an exhibition featuring works by artists Jamini Roy, Thota Vaikuntam and KS Radhakrishnan. On show till March 7, the exhibition brings together three Indian artists from distinct regions and timelines. 1 8 All pictures: Amit DattaADVERTISEMENTJamini Roy’s works on display at the exhibition reflect his interest in Indian mythology. 3 8Roy used indigenous materials like newspapers for portraits reflecting the ethos of Indian life. 5 8Some of Vaikuntam’s works on display move beyond the monochrome palette, using a rich mix of saffrons, pinks and reds.

February 17, 2026 08:10 UTC

Know Your Neighbour, and the House of Oudh, jointly hosted the book launch of Wajid Ali Shah: A Literary and Cultural Legacy, a classic work of Dr. Kaukub Qudr Sajjad Ali Meerza. Published by Hachette, the book, in excruciating details, tries to debunk the character malign, and exemplify the real life of Wajid Ali Shah, the last Nawab of Awadh. Also present were family members of the House of Oudh, including Manzilat Fatima, Irfan Ali Meerza, and Kamran Ali Meerza, among others. “The book is not about how many wives Wajid Ali Shah had, or how many children he had. Irfan Ali Meerza, eldest son of Kaukak Quder, and great great grandson of Wajid Ali ShahIrfan Ali Meerza, eldest son of Dr Kaukak Qudr, explained why the need for English translation came up for the book.

February 17, 2026 08:02 UTC

लेखक के बारे में दिनेश मिश्र दिनेश मिश्र, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में असिस्टेंट एडिटर हैं। अभी वह एक्सप्लेंड स्टोरीज, डीप रिसर्च, डेटा ड्रिवेन स्टोरीज करते हैं। इसके अलावा, ट्यूजडे ट्रीविया और वेडनेसडे बिग टिकट जैसी रेगुलर स्पेशल स्टोरीज भी करते हैं, जिनमें इन्फोग्राफिक्स, एक्सपर्ट बाइट और जर्नल्स का इस्तेमाल होता है। साथ ही यूएस न्यूज और गूगल ट्रेंड स्टोरीज भी करते हैं। NBT से पहले उन्होंने दैनिक भास्कर डिजिटल, पत्रिका, अमर उजाला और दैनिक जागरण के साथ 2010 से काम किया है। 2019 के लोकसभा चुनाव की रिपोर्टिंग और अर्धकुंभ भी कवर किया है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 08:01 UTC

Also Read | AI Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Over 700 sessions planned over 5 daysThe memorandum reportedly stated that officers are required to observe artificial intelligence-based innovations, use cases showcased at the event, and identify applications (apps) relevant to their ministries, departments, and organisations. Each officer must submit a brief note, not exceeding two pages, highlighting significant ideas and potential departmental use cases, the memorandum stated, as per News18. Also Read | Delhi seeing traffic jam due to AI Summit? India AI Impact Summit 2026 Commences at Bharat Mandapam The India AI Impact Summit 2026 kicked off on Monday this week at Bharat Mandapam, marking the first time that a global convening of this scale on artificial intelligence is being organised in the Global South. Also Read | Mint AI Summit: Why AI is filling in for mental health professionals

February 17, 2026 07:59 UTC

For the city’s Chinese community, the festival brings together faith, food and family, whether celebrated in the bylanes of Tangra, the bustle of Tiretti Bazaar, or thousands of miles away. “We usually have a whole steamed fish and dumplings also. “Whole steamed chicken signifies wholeness in the family, fish balls mean unity, and prawns and whole fish are a must,” she explained. “Chinese New year is usually celebrated by staying up late, and following a Chinese lion dance troupe through Tangra and Terreti Bazaar during the day. Considering the present count, and being part of the youth members of the Chinese community, I take a stand in encouraging the upcoming generations to build an opportunity for themselves, as I believe it is in oneself that one must make the biggest investment.”

February 17, 2026 07:49 UTC





Videos of American singer-songwriter SZA attending Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on Monday have gone viral on social media. In the viral videos, the Grammy winner joined the celebrations in a yellow sari, making an impromptu appearance on stage where she greeted fans, thanked Sadhguru for the invitation. Can I get a Shiv Shambhu?,” SZA greeted the crowd, before encouraging everyone to dance and join in the celebrations. The annual all-night festival at the Isha Yoga Centre attracts thousands of devotees who come together for meditation and music in honour of Lord Shiva. Besides SZA, the Mahashivratri celebrations also saw the presence of several celebrities, including Juhi Chawla, Sara Arjun, Tamannaah Bhatia, Srinidhi Shetty, and Mouni Roy.

February 17, 2026 07:29 UTC

Veteran American filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, known for Titicut Follies and a slate of documentaries that chronicled American institutions with unflinching realism, has died at the age of 96. His death was announced in a joint statement by his family and his production company, Zipporah Films. His early works, including High School and the controversial Titicut Follies, drew critical acclaim as well as legal challenges. Released in 1967, Titicut Follies documented conditions at the Massachusetts-based Bridgewater State Hospital for the criminally insane. His wife, after whom his production company Zipporah Films was named, died in 2021.

February 17, 2026 07:29 UTC

The PSU defence stock surged as much as 7.27% to ₹1,575.00 apiece on the BSE. The rally in Cochin Shipyard share price today comes after four consecutive sessions of losses. With supportive news flow and improving sentiment, Cochin Shipyard stock price could attempt a recovery toward this zone, testing the upper boundary of the reversal signal. Cochin Shipyard Share Price Performance Cochin Shipyard share price has fallen 10% in three months and has declined 8% in six months. At 9:25 AM, Cochin Shipyard share price was trading 5.88% higher at ₹1,554.55 apiece on the BSE.

February 17, 2026 07:28 UTC

मुंबई में यातायात में बदलावप्रधानमंत्री मोदी और फ्रांस के राष्ट्रपति मैक्रों के एक दिवसीय दौरे के कारण बड़े पैमाने पर मुंबई की यातायात व्यवस्था में बदलाव किया गया है। पुलिस के अनुसार, गेटवे ऑफ इंडिया क्षेत्र सहित दक्षिण मुंबई के कई रास्ते यातायात के लिए बंद रहेंगे। छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज मार्ग और श्यामा प्रसाद मुखर्जी चौक पूरी तरह बंद रहेंगे। नॉर्थ कोर्ट से एडम स्ट्रीट जंक्शन तक का पी. रामचंदानी मार्ग भी यातायात के लिए बंद रहेगा।रिगल जंक्शन की ओर आने वाले वाहनों को शहीद भगत सिंह मार्ग, महाकवि भूषण रोड और बीके बोमन बेहराम रोड की ओर मोड़ा जाएगा। पी रामचंदानी मार्ग की ट्रैफिक को अल्वा चौक, रेडियो क्लब, हाजी नियाज आजम रोड और जगन्नाथ पालव चौक के रास्ते डायवर्ट किया जाएगा। एडम स्ट्रीट और पी रामचंदानी मार्ग पर टैक्सी स्टैंड तथा बेस्ट बस स्टॉप अस्थायी रूप से बंद रहेंगे।

February 17, 2026 07:26 UTC

Bill Gates arrived in Amravti, Andhra Pradesh, ahead of attending the AI-India Impact summit in Delhi. Amid speculations, Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates will attend the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and deliver his keynote address as scheduled, a spokesperson for the Gates Foundation clarified on Tuesday. Bill Gates to attend India AI Summit 2026“Bill Gates, Chair of the Gates Foundation, is attending the India AI Impact Summit. The summit will be the first global AI summit to be hosted in the Global South. Bill Gates name in the Epstein FilesThe United States Department of Justice released Epstein files, and Gates' name appeared in a set from January.

February 17, 2026 07:22 UTC

लेखक के बारे में रिजवान रिजवान, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ सीनियर डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 10 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) कवर कर रहे हैं। अमर उजाला के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदी, राजस्थान पत्रिका से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स में है। उन्‍होंने चौधरी चरण सिंह विश्वविद्यालय और भारतीय जनसंचार संस्थान से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 07:12 UTC

लेखक के बारे में रिजवान रिजवान, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में चीफ सीनियर डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता में उनका करीब 10 वर्षों का अनुभव है। वह इंटरेशनल अफेयर्स (वर्ल्ड सेक्शन) कवर कर रहे हैं। अमर उजाला के साथ डिजिटल पारी की शुरुआत की और फिर वन इंडिया हिंदी, राजस्थान पत्रिका से होते हुए नवभारत टाइम्स में है। उन्‍होंने चौधरी चरण सिंह विश्वविद्यालय और भारतीय जनसंचार संस्थान से पढ़ाई की है।... और पढ़ें

February 17, 2026 07:10 UTC

IT major Infosys and AI company Anthropic are collaborating to develop advanced enterprise AI solutions to companies across telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing and software development. They will mix Anthropic's Claude AI models, including Claude Code, with Infosys' Topaz AI platform. Among major companies, Air India is using Claude Code in its software development processes, The Telegraph reported on Tuesday. Infosys has exactly that kind of expertise across important industries: telecom, financial services, and manufacturing. Their developers are already using Claude Code to accelerate their work and to create AI agents for industries that demand precision, compliance, and deep domain knowledge."

February 17, 2026 07:09 UTC

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February 17, 2026 07:05 UTC

The elephant herd gathered on the tracks after the incident and refused to move, stopping train operations for more than four hours. The tracks were finally cleared at about 12:00 am, and train movement on the up line resumed at 12:20 am. One train was halted at Rai station while another remained stuck at Tori station for over four hours. The herd, angered by the incident, stayed near the railway line throughout the night before retreating into the forest in the morning. According to Forest Ranger Nandkumar Mahato, a baby elephant died after being hit by a freight train.

February 17, 2026 07:03 UTC