February 16, 2026

IED Blast Near Police Station in Bannu Kills 2, Injures 14

An explosion near Miryan police station in Bannu district killed two, including a child, and injured 14. Police teams launched investigations and secured the area.

February 16, 2026

UAE Clarifies 2026 Annual Leave Rules: Carry Forward Only With Employer Approval

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources explains 2026 annual leave rules. Workers can carry over up to half their leave if employers agree. Unused leave must be paid when leaving jobs. Employers can’t block leave beyond two years unless agreed.

February 16, 2026

LCC Urges Tamil Nadu to Double Doctor and Nurse Posts Ahead of Budget 2026

The Legal Coordination Committee calls on Tamil Nadu to double government hospital staff posts before the interim Budget. Rising patient numbers strain current staff, and pay parity issues remain unresolved.

February 16, 2026

Bomb Threat Sparks Panic at Bengaluru South District Court; Declared Hoax

A bomb threat email claiming 12 RDX bombs in Bengaluru South district court caused panic on February 16. Police evacuated the court and searched thoroughly before calling it a hoax.

February 16, 2026

PM Shehbaz Sharif Starts Two-Day Austria Visit for Key Bilateral Talks

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Vienna for a two-day visit to meet Austria's Chancellor Christian Stocker. The talks will cover the full range of Pakistan-Austria relations. The visit marks 70 years of diplomatic ties and is the first by a Pakistani PM in over 30 years.

February 16, 2026

TOI World Desk Delivers Accurate Global News Without Compromising Your Privacy

TOI World Desk’s expert journalists bring you reliable global news nonstop. They focus on truth and depth while protecting your personal info from ad targeting.

February 16, 2026

Hong Kong Watchdog Finds Harmful Allergens in Gucci, Bvlgari Perfumes

Hong Kong's Consumer Council tested 40 perfumes and found Gucci and Bvlgari products with 10 fragrance allergens that may worsen eczema and cause health risks. They warn of the 'cocktail effect' from heavy chemicals in perfumes.

February 16, 2026

2,000-Year-Old Iron Age Temple Found at Hedegaard in Denmark Reveals Ancient Power Hub

Archaeologists uncovered a large Iron Age temple and settlement beneath Hedegaard grassland in Denmark. The site shows strong political, religious, and trade influence around 0 AD. It includes ritual hearths, elite homes, and defensive walls built as a warning against Roman expansion.

February 16, 2026

Indian IT Firm Sues US AI Company Anthropic Over Name Rights

Anthropic Software Private Limited from Belagavi is fighting US-based Anthropic PBC for the rights to the 'Anthropic' name. The US firm missed court dates and now faces fresh summons in India. The Indian company claims prior rights and wants the US firm to stop using the name online and offline.

February 16, 2026

Warner Bros Discovery May Restart Talks with Paramount, Challenging Netflix Bid

Warner Bros Discovery is considering reopening talks with Paramount Skydance, risking a bidding war with Netflix. Paramount is pushing a $108.4bn hostile takeover, offering to pay fees and back refinancing costs. Warner Bros shares pressure from some investors to engage with Paramount before its February 20 deadline.