February 18, 2026

Chinese Military Urged to Revamp English Teaching for Better Global Communication

Senior PLA Air Force lecturers call for urgent reform in English teaching, highlighting poor communication skills among troops. They demand practical training to boost speaking, listening, and presentation for global missions and joint exercises.

February 18, 2026

BioAsia 2026 Boosts Telangana with New Vaccine Facility and AI Health Hub, Thousands of Jobs to Follow

At BioAsia 2026, top firms announced big projects in Telangana. From a new animal vaccine facility to AI health analytics centers, thousands of jobs will be created soon.

February 18, 2026

California Faces Coldest Winter Storm in 3 Years with Heavy Snow and Flood Risks

A powerful winter storm blankets California with heavy snow, road closures, avalanches, and power outages. More than 3 feet of snow expected in Sierra Nevadas. Flood warnings issued for fire scar areas in Los Angeles and San Diego.

February 18, 2026

British Steel Bags Multi-Million Rail Deal for Turkey's High-Speed Line

British Steel landed an eight-figure contract to supply 36,000 tonnes of rail for Turkey's new high-speed line. The deal boosts jobs at Scunthorpe but raises questions on the steelworks' future amid heavy daily losses.

February 18, 2026

US Forces Launch Deadly Strikes on Three Drug-Smuggling Boats, Killing 11

US military attacked three alleged drug-smuggling boats, killing 11. These are the deadliest strikes in Trump’s months-long narco-terrorism campaign. The US Southern Command confirmed no American casualties.

February 18, 2026

Viral Video of Ganesh Festival in Dallas Sparks H1B Visa Debate

A viral video showing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Dallas suburb Lewisville reignites heated debate on H1B visas. Critics claim visa misuse harms local jobs. Indian Americans say it’s a cultural fest. Dallas area hosts over 250,000 Indian Americans with many H1B visa holders strengthening the economy.

February 18, 2026

Six Russian, Four Belarusian Athletes To Compete Under Their Flags At Winter Paralympics

The International Paralympic Committee has allowed six Russian and four Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags at the 2024 Winter Paralympics. This ends a ban imposed after the 2022 Ukraine invasion. The athletes will take part in alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding.

February 18, 2026

Warner Bros Rejects Paramount's $30/Share Bid, Remains Committed to Netflix Deal

Warner Bros Discovery rejects Paramount's latest $30 per share offer but invites a best and final deal. Despite this, Warner Bros stays committed to its merger with Netflix. Shareholders vote on March 20 amid regulatory hurdles and industry concerns.

February 18, 2026

Indian Army Unveils Indigenous AI Tools to Boost Defence and Disaster Management

On February 17, 2026, the Indian Army revealed new indigenous AI solutions at the India AI Summit. These tools aim to enhance defence, disaster response, and cybersecurity. Highlights include AI Examiner for training, SAM-UN for situational awareness, and PRAKSHEPAN for disaster prediction.

February 18, 2026

Karnataka High Court Sets Aside S.N. Subba Reddy’s MLA Win for False Tax Declaration

S.N. Subba Reddy lost his MLA seat after Karnataka High Court found him guilty of making a false tax declaration. He owed ₹1.3 crore in property taxes but declared it nil. The court called it a corrupt practice and invalidated his Bagepalli election win.