February 17, 2026

Assam Cabinet Approves 3% Reservation for Tea Tribes in Class I & II Govt Jobs Ahead of Assembly Polls

The Assam Cabinet has approved 3% reservation for tea tribes in Class I and II government jobs and expanded social welfare schemes. The ₹62,294 crore interim budget supports economic growth and empowerment ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.

February 17, 2026

Building More Homes Won’t Fix Australia’s Housing Crisis, Expert Says

Australia’s housing crisis won’t be solved by building more homes alone, says housing economist Christian Nygaard. Even if the government hits its big housing targets, affordability will barely improve due to rising incomes and tax rules that favor investors.

February 17, 2026

Nifty IT Weight Drops to 8.7%; Bank Sector Rises to 27.6% Led by Reliance Oils Surge

IT stocks' weight in Nifty falls sharply to 8.7% from 9.94%, while banks rise to 27.6%. Oil & gas sector led by Reliance grows stronger. AI concerns hit IT shares hard.

February 17, 2026

Getir Founders Sue Mubadala for $700 Million After Uber Buys Turkish Delivery Unit

Getir’s co-founders have filed a $700 million lawsuit against Mubadala, accusing it of breaking a 2024 deal by withholding key assets. This follows Mubadala’s sale of Getir’s Turkish delivery business to Uber for $335 million. The dispute focuses on valuable units like Getir Finance and highlights tensions between startup founders and investors.

February 17, 2026

San Francisco AI Startups Demand 7-Day 12-Hour Workweeks Amid Job Worries

AI startups in San Francisco are now grinding harder than ever with 12-hour days, 7 days a week. Workers face long hours, shrinking entry-level jobs, and rising fears of AI-driven layoffs.