February 16, 2026

Telangana Police Bust Interstate Cocaine Ring, Arrest 3, Seize 32 Grams

Telangana's EAGLE Force and Gachibowli Police caught three drug peddlers including a main supplier. They seized 32 grams of cocaine from Kondapur and linked 15 buyers in Hyderabad.

February 16, 2026

Mysuru Police Arrest Rowdy Sheeter and Drug Trafficker in Crackdown

Mysuru police arrested Ganesh, a rowdy sheeter under Goonda Act, and drug trafficker Manjunath, who was externed to Sagar. Both face multiple charges.

February 16, 2026

Israel to Restart Land Registration in West Bank's Area C, Sparking Concerns

Israel will restart land registration in the West Bank's Area C, allowing it to claim land from Palestinians lacking proof of ownership. The move, seen as 'de facto annexation' by Palestinians, may lead to land seizures and more settlements. Jordan condemns the plan as a violation of international law.

February 16, 2026

UK Government Drops Plans to Delay 30 Local Elections After Legal Advice

The UK government has canceled its plan to postpone 30 local elections this May following legal advice and a challenge by Reform UK. All elections will now take place as scheduled.

February 16, 2026

KPMG Partner Fined A$10,000 for AI Cheating in Internal Training

KPMG fines a partner A$10,000 for using AI to cheat on an internal training exam. Over 25 staff caught since July. KPMG strengthens AI misuse controls.

February 16, 2026

Swiss Train Derails Near Goppenstein, Five Injured Amid Avalanche Risk

A train near Goppenstein in southern Switzerland derailed in heavy snow, injuring five. Avalanche risk is high, authorities say. One injured passenger was hospitalized.

February 16, 2026

State Revenue Hits 72.87% of Budget Estimate with Fiscal Deficit Rising

State government revenue receipts stand at ₹2.07 lakh crore by January, just 72.87% of the budget estimate. Fiscal deficit reached ₹69,148 crore with tax revenues and excise duties underperforming.

February 16, 2026

Lakhs of Devotees Celebrate Mahasivaratri at Kotappakonda with Smooth Management

On Mahasivaratri, nearly 2 lakh worshippers visited Kotappakonda shrine while 10 lakh witnessed grand festivities. New online ticketing and solid traffic plans ensured safe and smooth celebrations.

February 16, 2026

LJP Demands Apology from RJD for 'Bechara' Comment on Ram Vilas Paswan in Bihar Assembly

LJP (RV) MLAs demand an apology from RJD for calling late Ram Vilas Paswan 'bechara' in Bihar Assembly. Protests delay Budget session amid calls for increased caste quota.

February 16, 2026

Panjagutta Police Arrest Employee, Recover 1 Kg Stolen Gold Worth ₹1.65 Crore

Panjagutta police caught a man in just 24 hours after gold worth ₹1.65 crore was stolen from Joyalukkas showroom. One kilogram of gold biscuits was recovered from the accused.