ACCC Takes Coles to Court for Fake Discounts; Australian Skier Matt Graham Wins Olympic Bronze

February 16, 2026

ACCC Takes Coles to Court for Fake Discounts; Australian Skier Matt Graham Wins Olympic Bronze

Federal court begins hearing ACCC's case against Coles for misleading discounts. Meanwhile, skier Matt Graham wins bronze at Winter Olympics. IMF praises Australia's economic recovery, while officials search for an elderly kidnapped man and an entangled whale.

Kerala's Fort Kochi Chinese Fishing Nets Renovation Faces Delays Ahead of Tourist Season

February 16, 2026

Kerala's Fort Kochi Chinese Fishing Nets Renovation Faces Delays Ahead of Tourist Season

Kerala Tourism’s ₹2.40-crore project to renovate Fort Kochi’s 11 iconic Chinese fishing nets is stuck due to payment delays and bureaucratic issues. Fishermen’s livelihoods are at risk with just six months left before tourist season. The project faces a tight deadline amid fears of damaging materials and election delays.

UK Brace for More Flooding, Rain and Snow Next Week

February 16, 2026

UK Brace for More Flooding, Rain and Snow Next Week

The UK faces 73 flood warnings and 177 flood alerts mainly in the south-west and Midlands. Showers, hail, snow, and thunderstorms are expected with no quick end to wet weather.

Assam Students Lead Bird Nest Conservation Drive Across Districts

February 15, 2026

Assam Students Lead Bird Nest Conservation Drive Across Districts

Students of Assam's Golaghat district expand their bird nest conservation initiative to multiple schools, protecting urban bird habitats with terracotta nests and fruit trees.

Five Held After Fatal Mumbai Metro Slab Collapse Kills One

February 15, 2026

Five Held After Fatal Mumbai Metro Slab Collapse Kills One

Five people were arrested after a slab collapsed at Mumbai's Mulund metro construction site, killing one and injuring three. The incident happened on February 14.