February 18, 2026

Gujarat ATS, Coast Guard Nab Two Iranians with 200 Kg Suspected Chemicals on Speedboat

Gujarat ATS and Indian Coast Guard arrested two Iranian men off Porbandar coast with over 200 kg of suspected drugs. The daring speedboat journey from Iran is a new method.

February 18, 2026

Hate Speech Against Indians in US Surges 115% Amid H-1B Visa Debate

Hate speech targeting Indians and South Asians in the US increased sharply by 115% from 2023 to 2025. Online attacks linked to visa policies and immigration debates, stirring anxiety in communities.

February 18, 2026

Latin America in the 1980s: Wars, US Influence, and Democratic Awakening

The 1980s saw Latin America rocked by revolutions, CIA-backed conflicts, and struggles for democracy. From Nicaragua's civil war to Chile's democratic triumph and Venezuela's crisis, the US played a key role in shaping the region's turbulent path.

February 18, 2026

Deadly Explosion Kills 3 at Russian Military Police Site Near St Petersburg

An explosion rocked a Russian military police building in Sertolovo near St Petersburg, killing three and injuring several. The blast caused floors to collapse. Investigations are underway amid fears of further collapse.

February 18, 2026

US Military Strikes Kill 11 on Suspected Drug Boats in Caribbean and Eastern Pacific

The US military killed 11 men on three drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. These strikes are part of intense US anti-narcotic operations against 'narco-terrorists'. The Trump administration claims legality, while some question the strikes' lawfulness.