February 19, 2026

Karnataka RTC Employees Launch Bengaluru Chalo Protest Over Partial Wage Arrears Release

Karnataka RTC employees plan a ‘Bengaluru Chalo’ march and protest on Feb 19, demanding full payment of wage arrears. Government released partial arrears of ₹1,271.92 crore but unions call it inadequate, increasing tension.

February 19, 2026

CRPF Launches Major Operation to Hunt Senior Maoist Leaders on Chhattisgarh-Telangana Border

About 2,000 security personnel led by CRPF began a large hunt for top Maoist commanders on Feb 17, targeting four key leaders. This is part of India's drive to end Left-Wing Extremism by March 2026.

February 19, 2026

Iran Security Official Fires on Mourners at Cemetery Amid Protest Commemorations

An Iranian security official reportedly opened fire on crowds in Abdanan during a cemetery gathering to remember those killed in last month's protests. Videos show people fleeing as gunshots ring out amid chants against the government and Iran's supreme leader.

February 19, 2026

22-Year-Old Sikh Nurse Brutally Assaulted in Racist Attack Outside Geelong Gym

Harmanpreet Singh, a 22-year-old Sikh nurse, was attacked late Tuesday outside a gym in Geelong by three men who hurled racial slurs and headbutted him, breaking his nose. The assailants fled, leaving Singh with serious injuries. This incident adds to growing fears among the Indian community in Australia amid rising racist attacks.

February 19, 2026

Iran Marks 40 Days Since Protest Killings With Mourning and School Strikes

Iranian families mourn protest victims at nationwide ceremonies. Teachers and students strike schools to protest killings during January unrest. Security forces remain active near schools amid tense atmosphere.