February 18, 2026

Fear of New War in Tigray as Ethiopia and Eritrea Clash Again

Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea rise, raising fears of renewed war involving Tigray. Displaced people flee as past horrors haunt the region. Leaders accuse each other; humanitarian crisis worsens.

February 18, 2026

Kerala Extends Bar Hours to Midnight, 5-Star Hotels Allowed Till 3 a.m.

Kerala government extends bar timings by 2 hours till midnight; 5-star hotels can serve till 3 a.m. The move to boost tourism sparks criticism from Kerala Catholic Bishops Council.

February 18, 2026

Ashfaq’s Fight Against Childhood Cancer Highlights Gaps in Pakistan’s Healthcare

Ten-year-old Ashfaq from Sindh beat acute lymphoblastic leukaemia with treatment at Karachi's National Institute of Child Health. His story shines a light on childhood cancer challenges in Pakistan, where under half of kids get necessary care. National efforts now aim to boost survival rates from 30% to 60% by 2030.

February 18, 2026

China's EV Surge: CATL’s Battery Innovation and Tesla’s AI Centre Power Market Growth

China claims Brazil’s top vehicle exporter spot, unveils sodium-ion battery tech by CATL, enforces price floors, and sees Tesla launch an AI training centre. These moves shape the fierce EV race with faster payments, flying cars, and battery swapping.

February 18, 2026

Punjab Man Jailed for Assaulting Wife and Mother-in-law in Domestic Abuse Case

A court in Lahore sentenced a man to three months in jail for assaulting his wife and mother-in-law. The court ruled despite missing medical reports, citing victims’ testimony and police delays.