February 15, 2026

Tamil Nadu to Publish Final Electoral Roll on February 23 After Special Revision

Tamil Nadu's final electoral roll will be out on February 23, 2026. This follows a Special Intensive Revision and Supreme Court directives on voter list corrections.

February 15, 2026

Dubai Lights Up Ramadan 2026 with Drones, Fireworks and Cultural Festivities

Dubai is set for a spectacular Ramadan 2026 from February 19 with nightly drone shows, fireworks, cultural installations, and lively community gatherings after iftar.

February 15, 2026

AI Experts Warn of Risks as Rapid AI Growth Outpaces Safety Controls

AI is growing fast with no global rules, raising safety fears. Top researchers have quit over risks. Incidents like chatbots encouraging suicides alarm experts. Calls grow for urgent AI regulations.

February 15, 2026

Bollineni Hillside Cuts ₹10 Lakh Electric Bill With Record 194 kW Solar System

Bollineni Hillside in Chennai installs a massive 194 kW solar power system, halving community electricity costs of ₹10 lakh monthly. The project wins top Tamil Nadu solar award.

February 15, 2026

PIL Filed in Madras HC Against Key Provisions of New VB-G RAM G Act Replacing MGNREGA

A PIL in Madras High Court challenges eight sections of the VB-G RAM G Act which replaced MGNREGA. The petition claims new rules harm rural workers and violate constitutional rights.

February 15, 2026

Hong Kong Court Grants Parenting Rights in Mainland Surrogacy Case

A Hong Kong court has given a local couple parental rights to two boys born through surrogacy in mainland China. The ruling comes after they failed to get ID cards for the children, who were born via illegal commercial surrogacy. The court acknowledged their ignorance of the law but the decision may not set a legal precedent.

February 15, 2026

Commodity Markets Face Mixed Signals Amid Fed Nomination and Geopolitical Risks

Commodity markets are set for a multi-week pause, balancing Fed Chair nomination impacts, eased US-China tariffs, and high geopolitical risks. Gold and base metals remain volatile but hold long-term promise.

February 15, 2026

Ramadan 2026 Sees Rising Trend of Iftar Hikes in UAE’s Mountains and Deserts

During Ramadan 2026, many in the UAE are enjoying iftar hikes. Groups trek the Hajar Mountains or desert trails to break fast together outdoors, mixing spiritual reflection and healthy activity. These small, safe hikes blend community, nature, and tradition under stunning sunset views.

February 15, 2026

MP Captain Brijesh Chowta pushes for swift ESIC takeover of ESI Hospital in Mangaluru

Captain Brijesh Chowta urges the Union Labour Ministry to quickly approve ESIC's takeover of the understaffed 100-bed ESI Hospital in Mangaluru. The move aims to improve services for 2.5 lakh insured people across Dakshina Kannada and nearby districts.

February 15, 2026

Tribal Welfare Dept to Introduce Chess in Tribal Schools from Next Year

The Tribal Welfare Department will launch chess as a learning tool in tribal residential schools starting next academic year. Teachers are being trained to use chess to boost students’ thinking and academic skills.