AAIB to Release Preliminary Report Soon on Ajit Pawar's Fatal Learjet Crash

February 13, 2026

AAIB to Release Preliminary Report Soon on Ajit Pawar's Fatal Learjet Crash

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will soon share its preliminary findings on the Learjet 45 crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others near Baramati airport.

IGRMS Revives Exhibit Featuring Frog Marriage Ritual to Invoke Rain

February 13, 2026

IGRMS Revives Exhibit Featuring Frog Marriage Ritual to Invoke Rain

IGRMS brings back its ‘Exhibit of the Month’ highlighting India’s cultural heritage with a unique frog marriage ritual from Chhattisgarh to pray for rain during droughts.

GST Boosts Middle Class and Women Entrepreneurs: Key Workshop Insights

February 13, 2026

GST Boosts Middle Class and Women Entrepreneurs: Key Workshop Insights

A recent workshop showed how GST reforms help India's middle and neo-middle classes, especially women. Experts praised GST's role in improving taxes, boosting savings, and increasing purchasing power.

Bright Processions Mark Brahmotsavams at Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple

February 13, 2026

Bright Processions Mark Brahmotsavams at Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple

Devotees thronged Sri Kapileswara Swamy temple on Feb 13 for vibrant Brahmotsavams. Deities rode on tiger and elephant vahanams in grand street processions.

Hyderabad Traffic Police Announce Diversions for Darussalam Day on Feb 14

February 13, 2026

Hyderabad Traffic Police Announce Diversions for Darussalam Day on Feb 14

Hyderabad Traffic Police warn of moderate traffic from 4 pm to 11 pm on Feb 14 near Darussalam for Darussalam Day. Multiple traffic diversions and parking spots arranged. Public urged to use public transport and follow police directions.

Haveri To Distribute Land Title Deeds To Over 1 Lakh Families This Saturday

February 13, 2026

Haveri To Distribute Land Title Deeds To Over 1 Lakh Families This Saturday

Haveri district will hold a huge ceremony to hand out land title deeds to over 1 lakh families without formal records. CM Siddaramaiah will launch the event, with Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar distributing deeds. The event marks 1000 days of the government in office.

Texas Journalist Calls $100,000 H-1B Fee Too Low, Says Corporates Undercut Wages

February 13, 2026

Texas Journalist Calls $100,000 H-1B Fee Too Low, Says Corporates Undercut Wages

Texas journalist Sara Gonzales says the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee won't stop corporations from hiring low-wage foreign workers. She claims companies save enough money by underpaying H-1Bs and calls the system corrupt. Texas has frozen H-1B hiring in state agencies and launched probes after her expose.

Israeli Settlers Injure Over 50 Palestinians in Violent West Bank Attacks

February 13, 2026

Israeli Settlers Injure Over 50 Palestinians in Violent West Bank Attacks

More than 50 Palestinians were hurt when Israeli settlers attacked several West Bank villages, damaging homes and olive trees. The violence comes amid Israel’s plans to expand control over the region, facing global criticism.

Kalaburagi District Launches STEP English Program with The Hindu to Boost Youth Skills

February 13, 2026

Kalaburagi District Launches STEP English Program with The Hindu to Boost Youth Skills

Kalaburagi District Administration signed an MoU with The Hindu Group for the STEP English Learning Program. This initiative will help youth improve English and employment skills through online and classroom training.

China Charges Former AstraZeneca China Head with Fraud and Illegal Trading

February 13, 2026

China Charges Former AstraZeneca China Head with Fraud and Illegal Trading

China has charged AstraZeneca’s ex-China chief, Leon Wang, with medical insurance fraud and other crimes. The case highlights the growing regulatory hurdles and competition foreign drug companies face in China.