February 17, 2026

Forest Staff Capture Crocodile in Kanekal After 16-Hour Operation

A crocodile was caught by Forest Department staff after a 16-hour operation in Kanekal village, Yadgir district. Locals were alarmed after sightings near riverbanks while washing clothes and watering livestock.

February 17, 2026

Kerala Excise Commissioner Defends Bevco Brandy Naming Contest, Says It Follows Law

Kerala Excise Commissioner M.R. Ajithkumar says Bevco’s brandy naming contest is legal and not a surrogate advertisement, responding to Kerala High Court's interim stay.

February 17, 2026

Old Bridge at Kallampara Transformed into Lively Food Street to Boost Tourism

Kerala's Tourism department converted the old unused Kallampara bridge into a vibrant food street costing ₹98 lakh. The project offers a fresh space for people to relax and enjoy food, with new seating, kiosks, and lighting, attracting more tourists to the region.

February 17, 2026

Delhi Court Takes Cognisance of ED Case on ₹1,136 Crore Videocon Oil Deal Scam

Delhi special court has accepted ED's complaint against businessman V. Dhoot and 12 others in a ₹1,136 crore loan diversion case related to the Videocon Mozambique oil deal. ED alleges large-scale misuse of foreign loan funds by Videocon promoters.

February 17, 2026

Nine-Day Brahmotsavam Ends with Chakra Snanam at Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Temple

The nine-day Brahmotsavam festival at Sri Kalyana Venkateswara temple ended with the Chakra Snanam ritual. Thousands of devotees enjoyed prasadam and medical services provided by TTD.

February 17, 2026

Bangladesh to Swear In New Parliament and BNP Government on February 17

Bangladesh’s new MPs and Constitution Reform Commission will be sworn in on February 17, 2026. Later, Tarique Rahman-led BNP government will take oath. Over 1,200 local and foreign guests, including leaders from Bhutan, Pakistan, and the UK, will attend the event in Dhaka.

February 17, 2026

Greater Bengaluru Authority to Auction 98 Tax-Defaulting Properties in Jayanagar Zone

The Greater Bengaluru Authority will auction 98 properties in Bengaluru's Jayanagar zone to recover ₹1.56 crore in unpaid property tax. The move follows multiple notices and reminders. Auctions begin February 21.

February 17, 2026

Yosemite's Firefall Lights Up Horsetail Fall in Fiery February Spectacle

Every February, Horsetail Fall in Yosemite glows bright orange and red, creating a rare fire-like waterfall. This brief show draws crowds worldwide, but only appears if weather, water, and sunlight align perfectly.

February 17, 2026

Israeli Police to Deploy Heavily at Al-Aqsa Mosque Amid Ramazan Tensions

Israeli police will station thousands around Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramazan. Palestinians say Israel is imposing restrictions on permits and preparations at the site, fueling tensions in East Jerusalem.

February 17, 2026

Migrant Tea Pickers from Odisha Fuel Kerala’s Tea Gardens with Hard Work and Passion

Migrant workers from Odisha are key to Kerala’s tea industry. They earn more here and enjoy the beauty of 'God’s own country'. Meet Rajkumar and friends who choose tea plucking over no work at all.