February 14, 2026

Palmerston, Foreign Office Chief Mouser, Dies in Bermuda After Retirement

Palmerston, the famous Foreign Office cat, passed away peacefully in Bermuda. He served four years in Whitehall before retiring and later worked in Bermuda as a feline consultant.

February 14, 2026

US Military Used Anthropic’s AI Claude in Maduro Kidnap Raid in Venezuela

The US military used Anthropic's AI Claude during a raid to capture Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, marking a rare use of AI in a secret defense operation. The raid reportedly caused extensive violence in Caracas, sparking concerns about AI ethics in warfare.

February 14, 2026

Historical Play 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj' to Stage in Hubballi on Feb 18

Rangrekha Kala Balaga and the Department of Kannada and Culture will present a historical play on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Hubballi on February 18. The free event starts at 5:30 p.m. at Sawai Gandharva Hall, marking the 396th birth anniversary of the Maratha ruler.

February 14, 2026

CII Hails Andhra Pradesh Budget 2026 for Balanced Welfare and Growth Push

CII Andhra Pradesh beats the drum for the new Budget, praising its balanced focus on welfare, infrastructure, and long-term growth with big funds for Visakhapatnam, health, education and farming.

February 14, 2026

Thousands Chant Hanuman Chalisa at Maharaja’s College Grounds Event

Over thousands gathered at Maharaja’s College Grounds for a massive Hanuman Chalisa chanting event led by Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji. Devotees, political leaders, and former MLAs joined in this spiritual day-long programme organised by Avadhoota Datta Peetham.

February 14, 2026

Andhra Pradesh's ₹3.32 Lakh Crore Budget Boosts Growth, Cuts Fiscal Deficit to 3.84%

Andhra Pradesh unveils a ₹3.32 lakh crore budget balancing development and welfare. Key allocations include ₹28,000 crore to Visakha Economic Council and ₹6,105 crore for Polavaram Project.

February 14, 2026

All India Inter-University Netball (Women) Tournament Starts in Vijayawada with 55 Teams

The All India Inter-University Netball (Women) Tournament 2025-26 began on February 14 at Maris Stella College, Vijayawada. Fifty-five university teams from across India are competing in the five-day event organized by Krishna University.

February 14, 2026

Karnataka Forest Department Issues Eviction Notices to Yadamane Families After Decades

Karnataka’s Forest Department has served eviction notices to families in Yadamane village who moved there after losing land to Linganmakki Dam. Farmers and politicians protest, calling it unjust after decades of cultivation.

February 14, 2026

Union Cabinet Shifts PMO From South Block to New ‘Seva Teerth’ Signaling Move Toward Viksit Bharat

The Union Cabinet has officially moved the Prime Minister's Office from the British-era South Block to the new Seva Teerth building. The shift marks a symbolic move from India’s colonial past to a modern and developed future called Viksit Bharat. South Block will be turned into a national museum.

February 14, 2026

KIIFB Sanctions ₹73.21 Crore to Develop Connolly Canal in Kozhikode

KIIFB approves ₹73.21 crore for Connolly Canal in Kozhikode and ₹166.55 crore for road development. First phase focuses on canal and 17.2 km road stretch. Works to enhance water transport and travel.