February 15, 2026

Over 400 Federal Judges Rule Trump’s Immigration Detention Illegal Over 4,400 Times

More than 400 federal judges have issued 4,400 rulings against the Trump administration’s immigration detention policy, amid a 75% rise in detainee numbers to 68,000. Despite thousands of lawsuits and court orders, the government continues indefinite detention, leading to legal chaos and complaints from judges.

February 15, 2026

Zombie Ideologies Haunt Modern Politics Amid Global Democratic Decline

Failed political ideas refuse to die and instead become 'zombie ideologies,' hollow rituals with no real impact. From hollow socialism to image-driven democracy, these 'brain-dead' systems fuel global political decay and populism.

February 15, 2026

China's 1958 Sparrow Kill Linked to Crop Loss and Millions of Famine Deaths

A new study reveals that China's 1958 campaign to kill sparrows hurt crops and may have caused two million extra deaths during the Great Chinese Famine. Sparrows helped control insects, and their loss led to lower harvests and higher mortality between 1959 and 1961.

February 15, 2026

BNP Wins Bangladesh Elections, Jamaat-e-Islami’s Rise Raises Eyebrows Globally

Bangladesh’s BNP wins the election as Jamaat-e-Islami gains 70 seats, sparking concerns about political Islam. Jackson Heights’ Bangladeshi community reacts with hope and caution.

February 15, 2026

UAE Bans AI Use for Kids Under 13, Sets Strict School AI Rules for 2026

The UAE Ministry of Education has set tough rules on AI use in schools starting 2026. Kids under 13 cannot use AI tools like ChatGPT. Older students get strict controls to ensure AI is a 'tutor,' not a 'ghostwriter,' with strong data privacy and cultural rules.

February 15, 2026

Top 10 Indian Firms See Sharp Retail Shareholder Drop from Sep to Dec 2025

Retail investors are pulling back. Ten major Indian companies lost over 1.4 lakh retail shareholders each last quarter. BSE, Reliance, and NTPC top the list with big declines.

February 15, 2026

Equity Mutual Funds Fall Over 7% Last Week; Tech Sector Funds Hit Hardest

Equity mutual funds lost more than 7% last week, with 537 out of 600 funds showing negative returns. The worst-hit were technology sector funds, facing losses up to 7.33%. PSU and Motilal Oswal funds also saw declines.

February 15, 2026

LIC MF Technology Fund NFO Opens Feb 20 with Rs 1,000 Minimum Subscription

Only one mutual fund NFO opens this week: LIC MF Technology Fund. It invests in tech stocks and opens for subscription Feb 20 to Mar 6 with a Rs 1,000 minimum. Fund aims to ride India's digital growth wave.

February 15, 2026

Kashmir’s Fishing Tradition: From Dal Lake Nets to Smoked Fish Delights

Kashmir thrives on its lakes and rivers, where locals fish using age-old and modern ways. Fresh and smoked fish fuel local markets, kitchens, and hearts through cold winters.

February 15, 2026

Karachi Property Prices Jump Up to 75% in DHA and Clifton Amid Shifting Investments

Karachi's property prices have surged between 25% and 75% in DHA and Clifton over two years. Residential and commercial plots show strong gains. Meanwhile, industrial investment remains weak, with investors shifting to Nooriabad and Jhampir.