February 16, 2026

PTI and Opposition Merge Sit-in as Roads to Parliament Are Cleared Amid Imran Khan Health Protest

The PTI and opposition alliance TTAP have merged their sit-in at Parliament after roads were cleared. The protest continues over Imran Khan's health and demands hospital treatment.

February 16, 2026

US Forces Board Venezuelan Oil Tanker Veronica III in Indian Ocean Amid Trump Sanctions

US forces boarded the Panamanian tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean. The ship fled Venezuela during Trump’s blockade and carried sanctioned oil. This follows similar interceptions as Washington clamps down on Venezuelan oil shipments.

February 16, 2026

Families Launch Takeover Bid to Save Disabled Children’s Care Home Facing Closure

Families of disabled children at William Blake House plan a takeover as the charity faces closure due to tax debts and questionable payments. They aim to protect their children’s care and secure the home’s future.

February 16, 2026

Europe Sees Rising Boycotts of Israeli Goods Amid Gaza Crisis, Workers and States Unite

Across Europe, protests and boycotts against Israeli goods are growing fast. Workers refuse to handle Israeli products while some countries ban imports from settlements. Pro-Israel groups fight back with lobbying and legal moves. The battle shows no signs of slowing down.

February 16, 2026

70+ Rights Groups Warn EU Against Harsh Deportation Plan Fueling Racial Profiling

More than 70 rights organisations have urged the EU to reject a new proposal aimed at increasing deportations of undocumented people. They warn it could lead to raids in homes, workplaces, and public services, turning everyday spaces into tools for tough immigration enforcement similar to ICE tactics in the US.

February 16, 2026

ByteDance to Curb AI Video App Seedance After Disney's Legal Threat

ByteDance will limit its AI video app Seedance following Disney's cease-and-desist over copyright violations. Hollywood studios raise concerns over unauthorized use of characters.

February 16, 2026

Indian Army Recruitment 2027: Telangana Agniveer Applications Now Open Until April 1

Telangana youth can now apply online for Indian Army Agniveer posts for 2027. The window closes on April 1. Age limit raised to 22 years. Exam in 13 languages including Telugu.

February 16, 2026

Karnataka's FASTag Toll Collections Cross ₹11,000 Crore in Three Years

Karnataka has earned over ₹11,000 crore through FASTag toll payments from 2022 to 2025. Electronic Toll Collection now covers over 98% of tolls, slashing cash use and easing highway travel.

February 16, 2026

Pakistan’s Tibb Colleges Face Uncertain Future as Govt Plans Regulatory Merger

Pakistan plans to merge councils regulating Unani and homeopathy medicine. This threatens closure of 40 tibb colleges and risks legal status for 70,000 hakeems, stirring worry among students and practitioners.

February 16, 2026

RCC Work to Begin on Diamer-Basha and Dassu Dams in 2026: WAPDA

WAPDA notifies RCC work to begin this year on Diamer-Basha and Dassu hydropower projects. Construction on both dams advances swiftly to meet deadlines.