February 19, 2026

California Proposes Billionaire Tax Amid Medicaid Cuts; Billionaires Threaten to Leave

California plans a 5% one-time billionaire tax to offset Medicaid funding cuts. Billionaires resist, moving assets out. Bernie Sanders backs the tax campaign.

February 19, 2026

NYU Langone Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Minors Amid Federal Funding Pressure

NYU Langone Health has shut down its gender-affirming care program for minors after federal threats to cut funding. The hospital continues pediatric mental health services, facing backlash from officials and advocates calling the move harmful for trans youth.

February 19, 2026

Delhi High Court Seeks Government Reply on Criticism of DPDP Act Over Privacy and Executive Control

The Delhi High Court on February 18, 2026, issued notice to the Union government on a petition challenging the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The petition claims the Act allows unwarranted surveillance and excessive executive power, undermining judicial independence. The court has scheduled the hearing for April.

February 19, 2026

India Joins Global Criticism of Israel Over West Bank Actions

India has joined dozens of countries condemning Israel’s unilateral moves in the West Bank. The statement opposed annexation and called Israeli measures illegal ahead of key UN talks.

February 19, 2026

Trump's Electric Vehicle Policy Rollback Boosts China's Edge in EV Market

The US rolled back rules encouraging electric vehicle production, risking losing ground to China. Experts warn this move favors petrol cars and slows EV innovation, hurting American automakers.