February 15, 2026

Rio Police Wear Fancy Dress to Catch Phone Thieves at Carnival

Brazilian police disguised as superheroes and characters nabbed phone thieves at Rio Carnival. A woman and man with 30 criminal records were caught while stealing phones. This clever stunt is part of Operation Tracking, targeting mobile theft during the popular festival.

February 15, 2026

Sikh Student Attacked on San Jose State Campus Over Misidentified Religion

A Sikh student was assaulted on San Jose State University campus after being mistaken for Hindu, prompting hate crime investigation and calls for tighter campus security.

February 15, 2026

MSF Suspends Some Services at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital Amid Armed Threats

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has stopped non-essential work at Nasser Hospital in Gaza after armed men threatened staff and patients. This follows Israel’s new ban on aid groups. MSF will continue critical care but end paediatric and maternity services. Gaza’s health system faces more strain amid ongoing conflict.

February 15, 2026

Indian Man Guilty of Plotting Murder of US Sikh Separatist Leader

Nikhil Gupta admits to a murder-for-hire scheme to kill Sikh leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York. He faces 40 years in prison.

February 15, 2026

Noida Couple Found Dead; Family Alleges Murder Over Caste Threats

A couple was found dead in a locked car with gunshot wounds in Noida. Family claims they were murdered due to caste-based threats. Police found a pistol and are investigating all angles.