February 18, 2026

KSRTC Driver R.D. Veerappa Murdered Over Property Dispute in Karnataka

KSRTC driver R.D. Veerappa was found murdered and burnt in Hassan district. Police suspect a family feud over property. Veerappa was an active union leader.

February 18, 2026

Kuwait to Launch Freelance Residency Permit Ending Visa Trading Soon

Kuwait plans a freelance residency permit for skilled expats. The new visa removes employer sponsorship, costs KD 750-1,000 yearly, and targets visa trading crime. Launch expected in two months, says Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah.

February 18, 2026

Chilean Court May Try Israeli Sniper for Gaza War Crimes Using Universal Jurisdiction

Rom Kovtun, an Israeli sniper involved in Gaza, faces potential war crime charges in Chile. His social media posts show he visited the country, prompting a court case under universal jurisdiction laws.

February 18, 2026

Afghan Woman Opens Embroidery Boutique Defying Taliban Job Bans

Rahima Alavi, 22, has opened an embroidery boutique in Bamiyan, Afghanistan, despite Taliban bans on women working most jobs. Trained through a UN program, she supports her family and hopes to inspire other women.

February 18, 2026

Ryanair May Let British Dual Nationals Fly to UK Without Current Passport from 25 Feb

Ryanair says British dual nationals can board UK flights even without a current British passport. Alternative documents may be accepted under new Home Office rules starting 25 February.

February 18, 2026

BAE Systems Urges UK Govt to Finalize Defence Spending Plan Amid Record Sales

BAE Systems, UK's largest defence company, reports record sales over £30bn due to global military demand. CEO Charles Woodburn presses government to publish the long-delayed defence investment plan for clearer future spending.

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.