February 18, 2026

Tamil Nadu Hands Over New Houses to Sri Lankan Tamils in Rehabilitation Camps

Sri Lankan Tamils in Tamil Nadu’s rehabilitation camps received new houses after decades in poor conditions. The project, led by CM M.K. Stalin, covers villages in Ranipet and Tirupattur districts, benefiting over 400 families with modern homes and community facilities.

February 18, 2026

Hong Kong Must Stay Alert and Boost Innovation, Top Rural Leader Warns

Kenneth Lau, head of Heung Yee Kuk, draws a neutral prophecy at Lunar New Year. He advises Hong Kong to remain vigilant and focus on economic innovation in peaceful times.

February 18, 2026

Wealthy Americans Lead Surge in New Zealand Gold Visa Applications Post Rule Changes

New Zealand's revamped golden visa has attracted 573 applications mainly from wealthy Americans. The Active Investor Plus visa now requires less investment and only three weeks' residency. Investors seek New Zealand’s beauty and safety from Trump-era politics. The scheme has already generated $3.39 billion for the country.

February 18, 2026

Gold Prices Rise Slightly Amid Fed Watch and Global Tensions

Gold rose 0.2% to $4,886.69 as markets wait for Federal Reserve minutes and monitor Iran-US and Ukraine-Russia talks. Silver and platinum showed mixed movements.

February 18, 2026

Berkshire Hathaway Buys 5.07 Million Times Shares Worth $351.7M Amid Buffett's Last Quarter

Berkshire Hathaway bought 5.07 million Times shares valued at $351.7 million by end-2025. The firm sold parts of Apple and Amazon stakes in Buffett's last quarter as CEO.

February 18, 2026

Visakhapatnam Prepares for International Fleet Review 2026 with Tight Security and Sanitation

Visakhapatnam readies for the International Fleet Review 2026 on February 20 with heavy security, sanitation, and VVIP visits. The city’s famous Beach Road is abuzz with rehearsals and beautification.

February 18, 2026

Texas Activist Sparks Row Over 90-Foot Hanuman Statue in Sugar Land

A Texas conservative activist's post against a giant Hanuman statue in Sugar Land sparked backlash from Indian-Americans. The 90-foot statue symbolizes strength and devotion and is the tallest in North America.

February 18, 2026

Katpadi Residents Donate 60 CCTV Cameras to Fight Crime in 15 Streets

Worried about rising theft and drug use, Katpadi residents pooled ₹2.5 lakh to donate 60 CCTV cameras to local police. The cameras will cover 15 streets and help improve safety.

February 18, 2026

Vellore Police Book 27 After 60-Foot Temple Chariot Collapse Injures Seven

Vellore police have booked 27 people, including a village headman, after a 60-foot temple chariot toppled during the Mayana Kollai festival. Seven were injured in the incident and are now in hospital. Strict action is promised against norm violators.

February 18, 2026

Texas Judge Declares Mistrial After Lawyer Wears Civil Rights Shirt in Antifa Terrorism Case

A Texas federal judge halted a key antifa terrorism trial and declared a mistrial after a defense lawyer wore a civil rights movement shirt in court. The judge said the shirt could bias jurors and equate defendants with civil rights protesters. The trial will restart with a new jury.