February 17, 2026

NCP(SP) Pathanamthitta District Committee Leaves Party, Joins Kerala Congress

The entire NCP(SP) district committee in Pathanamthitta has quit and joined Kerala Congress. Leaders cite disappointment and poor party leadership as reasons. Similar exits reported in other districts.

February 17, 2026

Meghalaya Deports 194 Bangladeshi Nationals Since 2021 to Curb Illegal Migration

Meghalaya has deported 194 Bangladeshi nationals out of 658 prosecuted since 2021. The state uses strict border checks and legal measures to stop illegal migration along the 443-km long border.

February 17, 2026

PTI Sit-in Enters 5th Day, Family Seeks Meeting with Imran Khan amid Health Concerns

PTI's sit-in at Parliament continues as family hopes for a meeting with jailed Imran Khan. The party rejects medical report, demanding proper hospital care. Family plans press conference after visit.

February 17, 2026

Tamil Nadu Assembly's Last Session Ends Feb 20 Ahead of Summer Polls

The Tamil Nadu Assembly’s final session ends on February 20, 2026. Interim Budgets were presented. The state will vote in elections this summer.

February 17, 2026

Madhya Pradesh Selects Teachers for CM Rise Schools via Exam; Faces School Closures

Madhya Pradesh requires teachers to pass a test to work in upgraded CM Rise Schools. This move closes many small schools and reshapes education, causing mixed feelings among teachers.