February 17, 2026

NCP(SP) Pathanamthitta District Committee Leaves Party, Joins Kerala Congress

The entire NCP(SP) district committee in Pathanamthitta has quit and joined Kerala Congress. Leaders cite disappointment and poor party leadership as reasons. Similar exits reported in other districts.

February 17, 2026

Meghalaya Deports 194 Bangladeshi Nationals Since 2021 to Curb Illegal Migration

Meghalaya has deported 194 Bangladeshi nationals out of 658 prosecuted since 2021. The state uses strict border checks and legal measures to stop illegal migration along the 443-km long border.

February 17, 2026

PTI Sit-in Enters 5th Day, Family Seeks Meeting with Imran Khan amid Health Concerns

PTI's sit-in at Parliament continues as family hopes for a meeting with jailed Imran Khan. The party rejects medical report, demanding proper hospital care. Family plans press conference after visit.

February 17, 2026

Tamil Nadu Assembly's Last Session Ends Feb 20 Ahead of Summer Polls

The Tamil Nadu Assembly’s final session ends on February 20, 2026. Interim Budgets were presented. The state will vote in elections this summer.

February 17, 2026

Armenia Opens Visa-Free Travel for Indian Residents with Valid GCC, US or EU Permits Until July 2026

Armenia introduces a temporary visa-free scheme for Indian passport holders with valid residence permits from GCC, US, or EU countries. They can stay up to 180 days till July 1, 2026, encouraging tourism and business travel.

February 17, 2026

Assam Environmentalist Warns of Rat-hole Coal Mines Threatening Forests Near Arunachal Border

An Assam environmentalist has alerted the government about illegal rat-hole coal mines operating near the border with Arunachal Pradesh. He urges upgrading five reserved forests to wildlife sanctuaries to protect threatened flora and fauna.

February 17, 2026

Collectorate Acts Against Drugs Near Schools; 49 FIRs, 18 Shops Sealed

Collector S. Kandasamy held a meeting to stop drug sales near schools. 49 FIRs registered and 18 shops sealed. Coordinators told to promote 'Drug Free Tamil Nadu' app.

February 17, 2026

Fire at Karachi SITE Chemical Factory Controlled, Rescue Operations Underway

A fire broke out at a chemical factory in Karachi's SITE area on Tuesday but was brought under control with active rescue efforts by Rescue 1122, Sindh Rangers, and the Karachi Municipal Corporation. Officials continue cooling and investigation work to ensure safety and find the fire's cause.

February 17, 2026

Nifty IT Weight Drops to 8.7%; Bank Sector Rises to 27.6% Led by Reliance Oils Surge

IT stocks' weight in Nifty falls sharply to 8.7% from 9.94%, while banks rise to 27.6%. Oil & gas sector led by Reliance grows stronger. AI concerns hit IT shares hard.

February 17, 2026

22 Injured in Jallikattu at Edaiyathur and Neivasal Villages

Jallikattu events at Edaiyathur and Neivasal villages injured 22 people. Hundreds of bulls and tamers took part in the traditional bull-taming sport.