February 17, 2026

Getir Founders Sue Mubadala for $700 Million After Uber Buys Turkish Delivery Unit

Getir’s co-founders have filed a $700 million lawsuit against Mubadala, accusing it of breaking a 2024 deal by withholding key assets. This follows Mubadala’s sale of Getir’s Turkish delivery business to Uber for $335 million. The dispute focuses on valuable units like Getir Finance and highlights tensions between startup founders and investors.

February 17, 2026

Madhya Pradesh Selects Teachers for CM Rise Schools via Exam; Faces School Closures

Madhya Pradesh requires teachers to pass a test to work in upgraded CM Rise Schools. This move closes many small schools and reshapes education, causing mixed feelings among teachers.

February 17, 2026

How People with Gastritis and Ulcers Can Fast Safely During Ramazan

Ramazan fasting can be tough for those with gastritis or peptic ulcers. Proper diet, hydration, and medicine help manage symptoms and make fasting comfortable.

February 17, 2026

Pakistani Spy Prisoner Returns Home After 17 Years in Indian Jail

Muhammad Shahid Iqbal Bhatti, jailed in India for spying, was sent back to Pakistan after 17 years. The handover took place at Wagah border.

February 17, 2026

Rain Knockout: Zimbabwe Qualify, Australia Out at T20 World Cup

Rain washed out Zimbabwe vs Ireland game, sending Zimbabwe to Super Eights and eliminating defending champions Australia. Zimbabwe joins Sri Lanka in the next stage.

February 17, 2026

Pakistan's Ishaq Dar to Address UN Security Council on Palestine Crisis

Deputy PM Ishaq Dar will speak at a UN Security Council briefing on February 18 to stress Pakistan's position on Palestine, calling for a Gaza ceasefire and aid.

February 17, 2026

San Francisco AI Startups Demand 7-Day 12-Hour Workweeks Amid Job Worries

AI startups in San Francisco are now grinding harder than ever with 12-hour days, 7 days a week. Workers face long hours, shrinking entry-level jobs, and rising fears of AI-driven layoffs.

February 17, 2026

Indian Markets Gain; Infosys, Fractal Analytics Shine Amid Mixed Sector Action

Indian markets rose for the second day, with Nifty closing at 25,725 and Sensex up 174 points. IT stocks like Infosys and Fractal Analytics gained strong momentum. Ola Electric and Kwality Wall’s faced losses, while Engineers India dipped after profits booking.

February 17, 2026

Labour Hartlepool Councillors Threaten Mass Resignation Over Child Care Funding Betrayal

Labour councillors in Hartlepool, County Durham, may quit the party due to a funding shortfall for children in care. They call it a 'betrayal' by Keir Starmer's government, which refused extra funds. The council faces a £6m overspend, risking vital services and council stability.

February 17, 2026

Russia-Ukraine Talks Resume in Geneva Amid Heavy Strikes and Energy Crisis

Russia and Ukraine meet in Geneva for the third round of peace talks as Russian missile and drone strikes continue to damage Ukraine’s power grid during freezing temperatures.