February 17, 2026

Third Dhamma Padayatra Peace March Arrives in Hyderabad on February 18

Hundreds of Buddhist monks from India and Thailand reach Hyderabad on February 18 in a peace march spreading Buddha's message of compassion and non-violence.

February 17, 2026

Bengaluru's Double-Decker Flyover Near Silk Board To Open Fully By February End

Bengaluru’s 5.12 km double-decker flyover by BMRCL is still partly unfinished near Central Silk Board. Key ramps, crucial for smoother traffic from HSR Layout and BTM Layout, should open by February’s end, promising relief for daily commuters battling heavy jams.

February 17, 2026

11 Soldiers, 1 Child Dead After Explosive Vehicle Hits Pakistan Security Post in Bajaur

An explosive-laden vehicle crashed into a security post in Pakistan's Bajaur, killing 11 soldiers and a child. Seven civilians were injured. Security forces swiftly fought back, killing 12 militants.

February 17, 2026

China’s Nantianmen Project Blends Sci-Fi with Real Military Tech at Air Shows

China’s Nantianmen Project mixes science fiction with real military displays. Full-scale futuristic platforms have appeared at air shows, sparking theories about China’s future air-space dominance plans.

February 17, 2026

Ramazan Moon Sighting Confirmed in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Afghanistan; Pakistan Awaits Official Start

The Ramazan moon was seen Tuesday night in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Afghanistan, marking Feb 18 as the first day. Pakistan's Ruet-i-Hilal Committee will confirm its start after meetings.

February 17, 2026

Sri Lanka Ends Parliamentary Pensions, Slashes Perks for Former Leaders

Sri Lanka's parliament voted to stop pensions and reduce privileges for ex-leaders immediately, following refusal by ex-president Rajapaksa to vacate a government bungalow.

February 17, 2026

IISc Study Shows Animals Fear Hunters but React Differently to Tourists

A new IISc study finds animals clearly fear lethal humans like hunters but respond less predictably to non-lethal humans such as tourists. The research highlights how human presence reshapes wild animal behavior, impacting ecosystems and potentially guiding better wildlife management.

February 17, 2026

Ernakulam Rural Police Ask Perumbavoor Landowners to Monitor Migrant Labourer Tenants Closely

Ernakulam Rural Police will meet landowners in Perumbavoor to enforce CCTV and ID proof rules for migrant labourer rentals. This move aims to reduce crime in 'Bhai Colony' areas.

February 17, 2026

New Mexico Sets Up Truth Commission to Probe Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch Abuse

New Mexico has launched a $2 million truth commission to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch sexual abuse allegations. The panel will use subpoena powers and run until 2026 to uncover what happened and who knew about it, backed by a Deutsche Bank settlement fund.

February 17, 2026

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Includes 2024 Student Leaders in Cabinet

Tarique Rahman’s new government features two student leaders from the 2024 uprising among first-time ministers as BNP returns to power. Why the choice? Read on.