February 18, 2026

Man with Shotgun Arrested Near US Capitol by Police

An 18-year-old man armed with a shotgun was arrested by US Capitol Police after running toward the Capitol. He wore tactical gear, and the motive is under investigation.

February 18, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Pushes for State Autonomy and Federalism with New Report

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin presented a report advocating constitutional changes for state autonomy today. He criticized the Union government for centralizing power and stressed the need for true federalism with stronger states.

February 18, 2026

Kerala to Use Revised Normalisation Formula for KEAM 2026 Engineering Exams

Kerala's KEAM 2026 engineering exams will follow a new normalisation system like Tamil Nadu’s. Scores will be balanced 50:50 between entrance tests and final exams to ensure fairness among State Board and CBSE students.

February 18, 2026

Telangana CM Warns Officials of Suspension Over Road Cleanliness in Hyderabad

Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy has threatened suspension for officials if roads in Hyderabad are not kept clean. Sanitation and garbage collection efforts are under strict review, with new measures like skywalks and smart poles being explored.

February 18, 2026

Discover Theyyam: Northern Malabar’s Colorful Dance Season with Special Tour Packages

Theyyam season starts in October in northern Malabar’s sacred groves. Travelers can enjoy unique cultural tours, guided performances, and local traditions through curated packages. Tours are flexible and range from day trails to multi-day experiences with local guides and homestays.

February 18, 2026

AI Revolutionizes Farming and Education in India With Smart Automation

From potato fields in Karnal to exam halls in New Delhi, AI is changing how Indians work. Automated tractors and smart grading tools speed up tasks, saving time and cost.

February 18, 2026

Kerala Treats 435.83 MLD Urban Sewage, Faces Challenges in Full Treatment by 2026

Kerala generates 1,032 MLD liquid waste from urban areas by 2026 but treats only 435.83 MLD through sewage plants. Land and geography issues limit full centralised sewage treatment.

February 18, 2026

Dubai Metro Adjusts Timings for Ramadan 2026 with Extended Hours and Parking Changes

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has updated Metro timings for Ramadan starting February 18, 2026. Extended Friday night service until 1 am and new parking payment shifts will help residents during fasting and prayers.

February 18, 2026

China’s Biotech Boom Pushes Lab Monkey Prices Beyond Average Annual Salary

Lab monkey prices in China have jumped to around 140,000 yuan each, beating the average salary. This surge follows a rise in drug research and tight supply.

February 18, 2026

Venezuela Holds Biggest Oil Reserves but Struggles With Low Production

Venezuela has 303 billion barrels of proven oil, mostly heavy crude in the Orinoco Belt. But production dropped from 3.7 million to 1 million barrels per day due to complex oil and old infrastructure.