February 16, 2026

Saudi Arabia Predicts Hotter, Drier Ramadan in Makkah and Madinah

The National Centre for Meteorology warns of above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall in Makkah and Madinah this Ramadan. Pilgrims should prepare for warmer days and limited rain during the holy month.

February 16, 2026

Bomb Threat Emails Evacuate 26 Gujarat Schools, No Suspicious Items Found

Over 25 schools in Ahmedabad and Vadodara faced bomb threat emails, prompting quick evacuations and searches. Authorities found nothing suspicious so far.

February 16, 2026

Dharwad Forum Threatens Protest Over Delay in Separate Municipal Corporation

Dharwad Separate Municipal Corporation Forum warns of fresh protests if the state government does not approve a separate municipal body soon. They claim delays hurt development and allege political reasons behind government inaction.

February 16, 2026

Pakistan Stock Exchange Drops 1663.66 Points as Bears Hold Ground

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index fell 1663.66 points, down 0.93%, led by mixed stock moves and weaker corporate earnings.

February 16, 2026

Six Dead in Sindh Highway Crash, Speeding Suspected; CM Orders Crackdown

A car and trailer crash in Sindh’s Naushahro Feroze killed six people early Monday. Speeding and brake failure are suspected. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah orders strict action to control speeding and improve road safety.

February 16, 2026

Thailand’s Economy Surges 2.5% in Q4, Beats Forecasts Despite Tourism Drop

Thailand’s economy grew 2.5% in the last quarter, beating expectations despite fewer tourists. The government raised its 2026 growth forecast, signaling hope for steady recovery amid challenges.

February 16, 2026

Trump Eyes Venezuela's Vast Oil Reserves But Faces Big Roadblocks

After seizing Venezuelan leader Maduro, Trump aims to unlock Venezuela’s massive oil reserves. But crumbling infrastructure, political hurdles, and low oil prices challenge US oil firms.

February 16, 2026

Pakistan Condemns Israel's Move to Register West Bank Lands as State Property

Pakistan sharply criticises Israel's plan to claim large West Bank areas as state property. The Foreign Office urges the world to reject this illegal act and uphold Palestinian rights.

February 16, 2026

ByteDance to Restrict AI Video Tool After Disney Cease-and-Desist

ByteDance is scaling back its AI video tool Seedance 2.0 following legal threats from Disney over copyright issues. Hollywood studios fear the tool's ability to create realistic star videos with simple text commands.

February 16, 2026

Italy Buys Rare Antonello da Messina Masterpiece for $14.9M, Sparks Museum Battle

Italy paid $14.9 million for Antonello da Messina’s Ecce Homo, a rare Renaissance painting. The government now debates whether to display it in Messina or major Italian museums.