February 13, 2026

Japan Seizes Chinese Fishing Boat, Captain Arrested in Nagasaki Maritime Clash

Japan arrested a Chinese fishing boat captain after the vessel fled inspection off Nagasaki. Beijing urges Tokyo to protect Chinese crew rights amid rising tensions.

February 13, 2026

China Warns Cadres Against ‘Political Swindlers’ Ahead of 2027 Leadership Shuffle

China’s top anti-corruption bodies warn Communist Party cadres to avoid ‘political swindlers’ who sell promotions. Officials face tighter checks as the 2027 leadership change draws near.

February 13, 2026

Indian Man Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty in US Murder-for-Hire Case

Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national, has pleaded guilty in a New York court to charges of murder-for-hire and money laundering linked to a Sikh separatist plot. He faces up to 40 years in prison after being extradited from the Czech Republic.

February 13, 2026

Karnataka FDA’s Geo-Tagging of Pharmacies Sparks Dispute with Chemists’ Body

The Karnataka FDA's geo-tagging of 34,000 pharmacies to improve regulation faces resistance from the Bangalore Chemists body. They claim pressure on staff amid shortages, while FDA insists it will boost oversight.

February 13, 2026

US Marine Veteran's Wife Arrested by ICE During Green Card Interview in Las Vegas

Diana Butnarciuc, wife of US Marine veteran Patrick Baja, was arrested by ICE during her green card interview after a deportation order from 2018. She arrived legally in 2008, has no criminal record, and is seeking help to be released from detention.