Indian scientists develop "PhotonSync" for long-distance Quantum communication

Science | Updated: Jan 20, 2026

• Indian scientists create PhotonSync for stable long-distance quantum communication.
• PhotonSync secures quantum signals over standard telecom fibre up to 71 km.
• Breakthrough may revolutionize research, defense and telecom networks in India.

Muhammad Yunus announces resignation ahead of Tarique Rahman's oath-taking in Bangladesh

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Muhammad Yunus resigns as Bangladesh's interim leader
• Tarique Rahman set to become Bangladesh's new prime minister
• BNP coalition wins two-thirds majority in parliamentary election

PVR INOX to host Oscars Film Festival 2026 across 23 Indian cities

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• India to screen 15 Oscar-nominated films at 2026 Oscars Festival
• Festival runs late February to March 16 in 23 major Indian cities
• Films include Hamnet, Sinners, and One Battle After Another

Health minister JP Nadda to launch 'SAHI' and 'BODH' initiatives at India AI Impact Summit on Tuesday

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• JP Nadda to launch SAHI and BODH AI health initiatives at summit
• SAHI guides safe, inclusive AI integration in India's healthcare
• BODH platform enables secure AI model testing on medical data

A ‘YouTube for Epstein files’ just launched: JeffTube puts DOJ MP4 video files a tap away

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• JeffTube turns DOJ's Epstein videos into a streaming service
• Site drew over 1.3 million views within hours of launch
• Users can stream 1,083 surveillance videos without registration

Hema Malini attends Aanand Sagar’s prayer meet in Mumbai, offers condolences to family

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Hema Malini attended Aanand Sagar's prayer meet in Mumbai
• Aanand Sagar, son of Ramanand Sagar, died at age 84
• Industry figures gathered to pay tribute to Aanand Sagar

From battlefield to pharmacy: Why Russians are turning to antidepressants at record levels after four years of war

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Antidepressant sales in Russia have surged to record highs amid the war with Ukraine, economic decline, and political repression. The rise reflects growing mental health strain, with access to medication worsening, especially outside major cities.

Jaya Bachchan attends Ramanand Sagar's son Anand Sagar’s prayer meet, tells paparazzi “Rasta Dijiye Please”

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Jaya Bachchan attended Anand Sagar Chopra's prayer meet in Mumbai
• Anand Sagar Chopra, TV producer, passed away at 84 after illness
• Film and TV industry figures paid tribute at the gathering

Apple announces March 4 ‘special Apple Experience’ event: What to expect

Technology | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Apple announces a global press event for March 4, 2026
• New MacBooks, iPads, and iPhone 17e may be unveiled
• Event hints at hands-on experiences in New York, London, Shanghai

Salman Khan praises Rakkasapuradhol after watching trailer with producer Ravi Varma

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Salman Khan praised the Kannada film Rakkasapuradhol trailer
• Producer Ravi Varma plans to show Salman the Hindi version soon
• Raj B Shetty stars as a police officer in the well-reviewed film

Nissan Gravite India launch on February 17: Price, features, engine details of new 7-seater MPV

Automobile | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Nissan Gravite 7-seater MPV to launch in India on Feb 17.
• Gravite will offer flexible seating for Indian families.
• Expected price between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).

‘Eyes working fine, but need treatment’: Imran Khan’s medical report lands in court as Pakistan erupts in protest

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Pakistan faces unrest as Imran Khan’s medical report, showing serious eyesight issues, was submitted to the Supreme Court. Protests demanding his release or hospital transfer have disrupted trade and infrastructure, deepening the political and legal crisis.

'Not so tolerant to allow maligning our country globally': Delhi HC on OCI cancellation of UK academic Amrit Wilson

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Delhi HC reviews OCI card cancellation of UK-based Amrit Wilson
• Court cites serious IB reports of alleged anti-India activities
• Next hearing scheduled for August 27

‘Startup mentality’ against local rivals: Britannia ramps up investments in biscuits and beyond

Business | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Britannia to invest in e-commerce and fight regional competitors
• Company adopts startup mindset to boost growth and market share
• Commodity prices stable, aiding Britannia's profit margins

Was Bangladesh’s election really ‘free and fair’? Watchdog flags irregularities in 40% of seats

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Transparency International Bangladesh found irregularities in 40% of seats reviewed, questioning the election’s credibility. Concerns over observer neutrality, party registration, and affidavit checks may affect Bangladesh’s democracy and regional relations.

MG Majestor: Launch, price, features, dimensions, other specs of Toyota Fortuner Legender-rival

Automobile | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• MG Majestor SUV gets segment-leading size and features.
• Pre-reservations open at Rs 41,000, deliveries from May 2026.
• Majestor offers advanced 4WD, 10 off-road modes, and Level 2 ADAS.

Hosur vs Karnataka? Aequs’ Rs 4,000 crore Tamil Nadu move triggers political heat

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Aequs to invest Rs 4,000 crore in Tamil Nadu for new complex
• Karnataka minister says Aequs still expanding in Karnataka
• Move seen as business diversification, not shift from Karnataka

AI Summit: Centre open to mid-course corrections in IndiaAI Mission, says Meity secretary S Krishnan

Technology | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Government open to changes in IndiaAI Mission after UNESCO report
• Report urges expanding AI skills beyond urban, English speakers
• Recommendations include AI risk mapping and promoting ethical AI

Delhi HC restrains Deepika Padukone’s brand from using ‘lotus splash’ mark

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Delhi HC bans Deepika's brand from using Lotus Splash mark
• Lotus Herbals sued Deepika's company for trademark infringement
• Court found Lotus Splash mark similar to Lotus Herbals' trademark

Former radio journalist sues Google, says AI tool cloned his voice without consent

Technology | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• David Greene sues Google for allegedly copying his voice in NotebookLM.
• Google denies claims, says voice is from a paid actor
• Case highlights growing concerns over AI voice rights and consent

US envoy Sergio Gor visits Western Command in signal of stronger India-US military ties | Take a look

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• US Ambassador visits Indian Army's Western Command in Chandigarh
• Visit highlights growing India-US defence partnership
• Meetings emphasize tech, maritime, and strategic cooperation

'All spectacle, no substance': Pawan Khera slams 'AI Impact Summit show’ over long queues, confusion

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Pawan Khera criticizes AI Summit's poor crowd management
• Attendees faced long queues, overcrowding, and unclear schedules
• Media reported confusion over entry passes and limited workspace

Why Anthropic says engineers 'matter more than ever' even as AI writes the code

Business | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Anthropic's AI now generates nearly all internal company code
• Despite automation, Anthropic has over 100 open developer roles
• Engineers now focus on prompting, review, and system design

Boycott bravado to on-field collapse: How Pakistan’s bluff boomeranged on Mohsin Naqvi and Asim Munir after India defeat

World | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

Pakistan’s cricket boycott threat against India fizzled, exposing weak leadership and political posturing. The team’s defeat sparked harsh criticism from former players and revealed tensions between the PCB and military, turning a sporting loss into national embarrassment.

Hardik Pandya spotted with Mahieka Sharma at Colombo airport after India’s win over Pakistan

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Photos show Hardik Pandya with Mahieka at the airport
• Fans speculate on their relationship after viral visuals
• Hardik took 2 wickets in India's 61-run win over Pakistan

Did the Epstein Files call Ellen DeGeneres a ‘cannibal’? Social media post claims "she ate children's flesh": Report

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Ellen DeGeneres named in Epstein files, no evidence of wrongdoing
• Social media falsely claims DeGeneres is a "prolific cannibal"
• Being named in files doesn't prove misconduct or crime

Jeep Meridian Track Edition launched at Rs 35.95 lakh

Automobile | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Jeep launches Meridian Track Edition from Rs 35.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Features sliding second row for better third-row access.
• Gets cosmetic upgrades, no mechanical changes to engine.

Dadasaheb Phalke sold his wife's jewellery, house furniture to make India's first film Raja Harishchandra, took 8 months, men played female roles, print destroyed in fire...

Entertainment | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Dadasaheb Phalke made India's first feature film in 1913
• He sold family possessions to fund Raja Harishchandra
• Phalke is remembered as the father of Indian cinema

'Before marriage, a boy and girl are strangers': SC questions premarital intimacy in rape-on-marriage-promise case

India | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• Supreme Court urges caution in premarital relationships case
• Court may refer alleged false promise rape case to mediation
• Bail plea pending; accused allegedly deceived woman on marriage

X down globally: Users report issues with login, sever connection error and more

Technology | Updated: Feb 16, 2026

• X (Twitter) users faced login and timeline issues worldwide
• Downdetector saw a spike in outage reports Friday evening
• No official statement from X (Twitter) on the outage yet