February 19, 2026

VIT Chennai Students Revive Tent Kottai Cinema Experience at Vibrance 2026 Fest

At VIT Chennai's Vibrance 2026, students recreated a traditional tent kottai screening of Aayirathil Oruvan, giving a glimpse of rural cinema culture. The four-day fest features 30,000 participants and 200 events.

February 19, 2026

Trump Administration Releases Final Funds, Gateway Tunnel Construction to Resume Next Week

The Trump administration released $127 million owed to the Gateway Tunnel project, enabling construction to restart next week. This clears delays in the $16bn rail link between New York and New Jersey damaged since Hurricane Sandy.

February 19, 2026

Maharashtra Scraps 5% Muslim Backward Class Reservation in Education

Maharashtra government has canceled the 5% reservation for Muslim backward classes in education. Former CM Prithviraj Chavan questions the timing just after Ajit Pawar’s death. Opposition calls it a setback for the community’s hopes.

February 19, 2026

Kerala Overhauls Higher Education with ₹6,000 Crore Boost and New Curriculum

Kerala's Higher Education Minister R. Bindu highlights ₹6,000 crore spent on college upgrades and curriculum reforms. Renovations include University College's heritage blocks and new campus buildings statewide.

February 19, 2026

VIT Vellore Hosts GST 2.0 Summit to Boost Awareness and Careers in Taxation

VIT Vellore and ICAI organized the GST 2.0 Summit with over 100 industry pros and 1100 students. The event focused on GST updates, compliance, and career guidance in taxation.