February 16, 2026

Bihar Medical Student Found Dead in West Bengal Hostel, Suicide Suspected

A 21-year-old second-year medical student from Bihar was found dead in a hostel toilet at a private college in Durgapur, WB. Police suspect suicide linked to exam failure and mental stress. Family has been informed and investigation is ongoing.

February 16, 2026

Eight Dead in Fireworks Shop Blast at Start of China’s Lunar New Year

A fireworks shop exploded in Jiangsu, eastern China, killing eight people on Lunar New Year's first day. Officials warn all regions to tighten firework safety.

February 16, 2026

Karnataka Migrant Kids Miss School During Pepper Harvest, Left in Tents

Hundreds of migrant children in Karnataka miss school while their parents work in pepper estates. They stay in tents without schooling or safety measures. Authorities plan action to protect and educate these children.

February 16, 2026

Bhalekadi Villagers Near Kudremukh Demand Rehab Amid Arecanut Crisis, Poor Roads

Families in Bhalekadi village near Kudremukh National Park struggle with no roads, costly transport, and falling arecanut yields. Many want government rehab packages.

February 16, 2026

UAE Teams Up With Starlink to Bring Satellite Internet to Remote Learners Globally

The UAE and SpaceX's Starlink have joined forces to provide satellite internet to remote schools worldwide. The deal aims to connect 100 underserved sites with digital classrooms and online resources, bridging the education gap for students lacking reliable internet.

February 16, 2026

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 25 Indian Fishermen for Crossing Maritime Boundary

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 25 fishermen from Karaikal for allegedly fishing in Sri Lankan waters. They were caught late Friday and held for questioning at Kankesanthurai naval base.

February 16, 2026

NGT Clears ₹92,000 Crore Great Nicobar Mega Project Despite Tribal and Environmental Concerns

The National Green Tribunal has approved the massive Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project worth ₹92,000 crore, dismissing environmental petitions. The project includes a port, airport, township, and power plant on 160 sq. km, much of which is forest land inhabited by indigenous tribes.

February 16, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear Sabarimala Review Petitions from April 7, 2026

The Supreme Court will re-examine the 2018 verdict allowing women of menstruating age into Kerala's Sabarimala temple. A nine-judge bench will hear review petitions from April 7 to 22, 2026 with strict timelines for all parties.

February 16, 2026

Historic Holy Trinity Cathedral Clock in Tirunelveli Older Than Big Ben, Restoration Underway

The Holy Trinity Cathedral tower clock in Tirunelveli, built in 1854, is older than Big Ben. Antique experts Robert Kennedy and Nagaraj will restore its bell chime, aiming to bring the clock back to life without replacing its original mechanism.

February 16, 2026

New Zealand Storm Cuts Power to 30,000 Homes, Kills One Amid Heavy Rains and Winds

A fierce storm hit New Zealand’s North Island over the weekend, cutting power to 30,000 homes and killing one man in a submerged vehicle. Flights resumed slowly while emergency teams handle damage and flooding.