February 18, 2026

Kerala’s Tribal Villages Celebrate Sivaratri with Rare Mankooth Dance Ritual

On Sivaratri, tribes in Idukki's Anchunad hills bring alive Mankooth, an ancient dance symbolizing deer hunting. Residents from Vattavada and nearby villages join to preserve this unique cultural tradition.

February 18, 2026

Second Fire at Kozhikode Textile Shop Sparks Urgent Demand for District-Wide Safety Audit

A second fire at a textile shop in Kozhikode's Palayam area has raised serious concerns over fire safety in commercial buildings. With 160+ fires in 45 days, experts demand thorough safety checks and action against illegal constructions.

February 18, 2026

ICAI Mysuru to Host Budget 2026 Seminar on Tax and Economic Policies

ICAI Mysuru branch will hold a detailed seminar on Union Budget 2026 this Saturday at BAI, Mysuru. Experts will discuss taxes, policies, and India’s economic roadmap. Registration is free but mandatory.

February 18, 2026

TTD’s QR Code Footwear System Transforms Tirumala Temple Experience

TTD introduces a smart QR code system for footwear management at Tirumala temple, handling over 8.45 lakh transactions with high safety and speed. This tech upgrade cuts footwear loss and keeps the temple cleaner.

February 18, 2026

Hong Kong’s Year of the Horse Fireworks Dazzle, Leader Promises Fast Reforms

Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks lit up Victoria Harbour with horseshoes and gold ingots. Chief Executive John Lee urged people to ‘march forward bravely’ and promised speedy reforms to align with China’s five-year plan.

February 18, 2026

Police Arrest Two Drug Peddlers, Seize 101.7 Kg Ganja Worth ₹25.72 Lakh

Kollur police and Serilingampally SOT arrest two men with 101.711 kg ganja, valued at ₹25.72 lakh. The men targeted construction labourers. One main supplier remains free.

February 18, 2026

Russia Demands Proof on Navalny Poisoning Amid Toxic Dart Frog Claims

Russia rejects claims it poisoned Alexei Navalny with a rare dart frog toxin. Europe says Moscow had motives. Navalny’s widow calls Putin a murderer.

February 18, 2026

Ramzan Fasts Start on February 19, 2026 in India After Crescent Moon Sighting

India's Ramzan fasts start on February 19, 2026, following the crescent moon sighting on February 18. Muslims will fast for 30 days and offer Taraweeh prayers nightly.

February 18, 2026

Galgotias University Faces Heat for Showing Chinese Robot Dog as Its Own at AI Summit

At India’s AI Impact Summit, a Galgotias University staffer called a Chinese-made robotic dog their innovation. Social media quickly exposed it. The university and politicians reacted to the controversy.

February 18, 2026

Will AI Bring Four-Day Workweeks or Widen Income Gap? Experts Weigh In

Top leaders claim AI will cut workdays and boost free time. But experts warn productivity gains may not reach workers, risking pay cuts and more inequality.