February 17, 2026

Bomb Threats Target Mohali Schools and Fortis Hospital, Police Launch Search

Bomb threat emails hit schools and Fortis Hospital in Mohali on February 17, 2026. Police conducted thorough checks but found no explosives. The hospital had increased security after CM Bhagwant Mann’s admission.

February 17, 2026

Reina Sofía Unveils 50 Years of Spanish Art from Franco to Today

Reina Sofía museum in Madrid reopens with a refreshed collection of 403 works tracing Spain’s art journey from dictator Franco’s death to the present day inspired by social changes and democracy.

February 17, 2026

RBI Rules Demand 100% Collateral for Bank Funding to Market Intermediaries from 2026

From April 1, 2026, RBI requires full collateral for bank loans to capital market intermediaries. This will raise costs for brokers and hit liquidity, especially in equity trading.

February 17, 2026

Global AI Giants Join India AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi

Big tech heads like Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman along with leaders from 20+ countries gather in Delhi for the AI Impact Summit 2026 starting February 16. The event features 3,000+ speakers, 500+ sessions, and over 300 AI exhibits across three themes — People, Planet, and Progress.

February 17, 2026

Mini School Bus Falls Into Kerala Canal, 23 Children Rescued Safely

A mini school bus with 23 children fell into a canal in Neyyattinkara, Kerala. All children escaped injury and received first aid at CSI Medical College.

February 17, 2026

Kempegowda Airport Ships 60 Million Roses, Sees 38% Export Growth This Valentine’s

Kempegowda Airport in Bengaluru shipped 60 million rose stems this Valentine’s season, a 38% jump in exports. It ranks as India’s top hub for perishable goods for five years straight.

February 17, 2026

Supreme Court Rules Pratyusha’s 2002 Death Caused by Poisoning, Not Strangulation

The Supreme Court rejected murder by strangulation in Telugu actor Pratyusha’s 2002 death. It confirmed poisoning as the cause and ordered accused Siddartha Reddy to surrender within four weeks.

February 17, 2026

ICE Detains Indian-Origin Man Accused of Sexual Assault, Shoplifting in New Jersey

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli, accused of sexually assaulting a minor and other crimes in New Jersey. He remains in custody pending removal proceedings amid heightened immigration actions.

February 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Service to End Domestic Worker Contracts Legally

Saudi Arabia introduces the Work Interruption Service on Musaned, enabling employers to terminate domestic worker contracts online if workers stop coming to work. The service offers a 60-day grace period for workers to transfer or exit, easing past legal challenges and supporting worker rights.

February 17, 2026

Pakistan’s KSE-100 Index Falls 1587 Points Amid Political Uncertainty and Foreign Outflows

Pakistan’s KSE-100 index dropped 1587 points by 11:10am Tuesday, sliding 0.91% to 172,866.87. Foreign outflows and political tension shook investor confidence after Monday’s steep losses.