February 18, 2026

Kerala AHSTA Demands Withdrawal of Order Assigning Question Paper Security to School Principals

Kerala's Aided Higher Secondary Teachers’ Association wants the Education Department to revoke a new order making school principals responsible for exam question paper security during daytime. The public exams start on March 5 with papers distributed from February 25.

February 18, 2026

Afghan Woman Opens Embroidery Boutique Defying Taliban Job Bans

Rahima Alavi, 22, has opened an embroidery boutique in Bamiyan, Afghanistan, despite Taliban bans on women working most jobs. Trained through a UN program, she supports her family and hopes to inspire other women.

February 18, 2026

Ryanair May Let British Dual Nationals Fly to UK Without Current Passport from 25 Feb

Ryanair says British dual nationals can board UK flights even without a current British passport. Alternative documents may be accepted under new Home Office rules starting 25 February.

February 18, 2026

Kerala to Use Revised Normalisation Formula for KEAM 2026 Engineering Exams

Kerala's KEAM 2026 engineering exams will follow a new normalisation system like Tamil Nadu’s. Scores will be balanced 50:50 between entrance tests and final exams to ensure fairness among State Board and CBSE students.

February 18, 2026

Telangana CM Warns Officials of Suspension Over Road Cleanliness in Hyderabad

Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy has threatened suspension for officials if roads in Hyderabad are not kept clean. Sanitation and garbage collection efforts are under strict review, with new measures like skywalks and smart poles being explored.