February 13, 2026

UN Report Links Jaish-e-Mohammed to Deadly Red Fort Attack in Delhi

The UN Security Council ties Pakistan's Jaish-e-Mohammed to last November's Red Fort attack that killed 15. It details new terror wings and active Islamist groups in South Asia.

February 13, 2026

Lok Sabha to Take Up Obituary References and Key Business on Feb 13 Amid Ongoing Disruptions

On the last day of the first phase of the Budget Session, Lok Sabha will discuss obituary references, questions, and government business. The House passed the Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026, despite disruptions. Speaker Om Birla will not preside until a motion on his removal is settled.

February 13, 2026

SCMP Highlights: China’s Canal Link, Jimmy Lai’s Jail, Hong Kong Disneyland Tickets & Malaysia Temple Row

Here are seven big stories from SCMP: China’s Pinglu Canal project, Jimmy Lai’s 20-year sentence, free Disneyland tickets for Hong Kong helpers, cybercrime ties, math genius Ngo Bao Chau joining HKU, and Malaysia’s temple dispute warning.

February 13, 2026

UN Extends Monitoring Team Mandate on Taliban Sanctions Amid Rising Terror Threats

The UN Security Council unanimously renewed the Monitoring Team’s mandate till February 2027 to oversee Taliban sanctions amid growing terror threats from groups like TTP, Al-Qaeda, and ISIL-K. Pakistan highlighted deadly attacks planned from Afghan soil and urged Taliban to stop terrorists using Afghanistan as a base.

February 13, 2026

Northern Beaches Council Bans Bikini-Clad Riders on Free Community Buses

Sydney’s Northern Beaches council has stopped people from riding free buses in bikinis or shirtless. The new rule aims to keep buses clean and passengers comfortable. It has sparked debate over dress codes, hygiene, and social norms.