The Supreme Court has once again urged the Central Government to reconsider the nearly five-month-long detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, citing serious health concerns and his age.
A massive tragedy has struck Maharashtra politics. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has died in a plane crash near Baramati. The aircraft, carrying five people, burst into flames after a failed emergency landing.
When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stands up in Parliament this February, she won’t just be presenting a financial statement; she will be setting an institutional benchmark. Presenting her 9th consecutive budget, she represents a rare era of stability in India’s often volatile economic history.
As the political row over his unpublished memoir intensifies, General MM Naravane has publicly shared Penguin Random House’s clarification, confirming the book has not been released.
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New Delhi is transforming into a fortress of diplomacy and technology this weekend. As the “India-AI Impact Summit” kicks off on Monday, the capital welcomes a rare mix of heads of state and Silicon Valley royalty. But amidst the fanfare, one empty chair is sparking rumors of a rift in the global chip supply chain.
With the Himachal Pradesh Assembly Budget Session set to commence this Monday, February 16, Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania has convened a crucial all-party meeting. The goal is to ensure the smooth conduct of the House, but with the BJP aggressive over the state’s economic distress, the session is expected to be tumultuous.
Himachal’s public transport is getting a silent upgrade. The HRTC has finalized the tender for nearly 300 new electric buses, with extensive route trials set to begin across 36 challenging locations to ensure the vehicles can handle the state’s rugged topography.
As the political row over his unpublished memoir intensifies, General MM Naravane has publicly shared Penguin Random House’s clarification, confirming the book has not been released.
World
The latest tranche of Epstein files released in February 2026 has provided the most graphic look yet into the “pedophile island” of Little St. James. From a mysterious dentist’s chair to the political collapse of top UK officials, the ghost of Jeffrey Epstein continues to haunt the global elite.
Friedrich Merz has delivered a stark reality check to the continent: the transatlantic relationship is fraying, and it is largely Europe’s responsibility to fix it. In a defining foreign policy speech, the German Chancellor outlined a roadmap to “repair and revive” ties with the United States, emphasizing that security is no longer a free lunch.
In a landmark decision for civil liberties, the Proscribed Organisations Appeal Commission has struck down the UK government’s attempt to label the protest group ‘Palestine Action’ as terrorists. The ruling is being hailed as a significant check on executive overreach regarding the right to protest.
A peaceful demonstration outside the US State Department has highlighted the growing alarm over the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh as national elections approach.
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The tension is palpable, but not in the Indian dressing room. In the pre-match press conference, Captain Suryakumar Yadav made it clear that the “fear of failure” has no place in his team, especially for explosive opener Abhishek Sharma, who is set to face arch-rivals Pakistan for the first time.
The BCCI has lauded the Jay Shah-led ICC for successfully mediating the T20 World Cup standoff, ensuring the high-stakes India-Pakistan clash goes ahead after intense diplomatic persuasion.
Following weeks of dramatic boycott threats, the PCB officially confirms its participation in the high-stakes India clash, citing a “request from Bangladesh” to justify the sudden policy reversal.
Team India produced one of the most destructive batting displays in T20 history on Sunday. Led by Abhishek Sharma’s record-equalling 14-ball half-century, the Men in Blue chased down New Zealand’s target of 154 with 60 balls to spare, clinching the series with an unassailable 3-0 lead.
Entertainment
The wait is over. Border 2 has hit the screens, and the early reports are in. Director Anurag Singh has successfully blended nostalgia with fresh energy. From Sunny Deol’s surprising “fun mode” to the electric chemistry between Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, the film is already winning hearts in the first half.
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When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stands up in Parliament this February, she won’t just be presenting a financial statement; she will be setting an institutional benchmark. Presenting her 9th consecutive budget, she represents a rare era of stability in India’s often volatile economic history.
