February 18, 2026

Chinese Scientists Breakthrough: Mass Production of 6-inch 2D Semiconductor Wafers

Chinese researchers invented oxy-MOCVD to grow high-quality 6-inch MoS2 wafers 100 times faster than before. This could transform electronics beyond silicon.

February 18, 2026

Opposition and Imran Khan's Family Reject Interior Minister's Claim on Former PM's Health Checkup

Opposition and Imran Khan’s sisters rejected Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s details on the jailed ex-PM’s medical exam, accusing the government of hiding facts amid health concerns.

February 18, 2026

Latin America in the 1980s: Wars, US Influence, and Democratic Awakening

The 1980s saw Latin America rocked by revolutions, CIA-backed conflicts, and struggles for democracy. From Nicaragua's civil war to Chile's democratic triumph and Venezuela's crisis, the US played a key role in shaping the region's turbulent path.

February 18, 2026

Deadly Explosion Kills 3 at Russian Military Police Site Near St Petersburg

An explosion rocked a Russian military police building in Sertolovo near St Petersburg, killing three and injuring several. The blast caused floors to collapse. Investigations are underway amid fears of further collapse.

February 18, 2026

US Military Strikes Kill 11 on Suspected Drug Boats in Caribbean and Eastern Pacific

The US military killed 11 men on three drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. These strikes are part of intense US anti-narcotic operations against 'narco-terrorists'. The Trump administration claims legality, while some question the strikes' lawfulness.

February 18, 2026

New Birdex App Turns UK Birdwatching into a Fun Digital Collecting Game

The Birdex app lets users collect digital cards of UK birds by recording sightings. It rewards rare bird sightings and allows friendly competition. While loved by nature fans, its AI-generated bird art has sparked debate. Experts see potential citizen science benefits but warn about wildlife safety.

February 17, 2026

Family Keeps Dead Woman’s Body at Home for Four Days Praying for Her Return

A family in Andhra Pradesh kept the body of a 50-year-old woman at their apartment for four days, praying she would come back to life. Police intervened after neighbors complained of a foul smell. No foul play was found and the body was taken for final rites.

February 17, 2026

Central Bank of India Launches Mega Agriculture Credit Outreach Campaign in Hubballi

Central Bank of India’s Hubballi office launched a Mega Agriculture Credit Outreach Campaign. The event focused on boosting farm loans, explaining government schemes, and promoting sustainable farming to farmers.

February 17, 2026

Sri Bhramaramba Temple Priests Perform Purnahuthi and Dwajavarohanam on Mahasivaratri at Srisailam

On February 17, 2026, priests at Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple in Srisailam conducted Purnahuthi and Dwajavarohanam rituals during Mahasivaratri Brahmotsavams. The festival will end on February 18 with special poojas and deity processions on Aswa Vahanam.

February 17, 2026

Construction Begins on Vaduthala-Perandoor Bridge to Ease City Traffic

Construction on the long-delayed Vaduthala-Perandoor bridge has started after government approval of a ₹34.24 crore plan. MLA T.J. Vinod says the bridge will reduce city traffic jams.