How Iran is getting ready for a possible US strike

How Iran is getting ready for a possible US strike

World | Updated: Feb 20, 2026

Iran fortifies missile and nuclear sites against future attacks
Tehran increases control, suppresses dissent amid rising tensions
Iran warns of potential conflict and regional impact

UAE lottery: Indian expat Murugananth Govinthan wins Rs 12 crore on first ticket, to split prize and build dream home

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Murugananth Govinthan wins Dh5 million in UAE lottery
He'll share the prize with a friend after their first lottery try.
The win brings hope for buying a home and supporting his family

FTA talks, UPI pact, AI and defence: What PM Modi’s Israel visit achieved and why it matters | Explained

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

PM Modi’s Israel visit elevated ties to a “special strategic partnership,” with 16 agreements on defence, technology, trade, and AI. Both nations committed to a free trade deal, expanded worker mobility, UPI integration, and deeper cybersecurity cooperation.

From empire to empty storefront: East India Company closes chapter again

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

East India Company luxury retailer in London enters liquidation
Store and website have closed, with debts over £600,000 reported
Modern revival led by Sanjiv Mehta ends after financial struggles

Hillary Clinton tells lawmakers she knew nothing of Epstein’s crimes, asks panel to question Trump

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Hillary Clinton denied knowledge of Epstein's crimes
She urged the committee to seek testimony from Donald Trump
Clinton called the inquiry politically motivated and unhelpful

Pakistani forces suffer heavy casualties as Afghanistan launches border offensive in retaliation to airstrikes

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Afghanistan launched a major offensive against Pakistan along the Durand Line after Pakistani airstrikes. Heavy fighting erupted, with Afghan forces targeting military posts and capturing several. Both sides blame each other for escalating violence and civilian casualties.

Warner Bros’ TV decline puts pressure on Netflix deal

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Paramount Skydance raised its bid for Warner Bros to $110 billion
Warner Bros gained 3.5M streaming subscribers this quarter
Discovery Global's revenue dropped 12% to $4.2 billion YoY

British citizenship applications by US nationals hit record high

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

US citizenship applications in the UK hit a record 8,790 in 2025
US political climate prompts more Americans to seek UK citizenship
UK asylum claims fell 4% in 2025, with 101,000 applications

Iran says nuclear deal 'within reach' after third round of Geneva talks with US amid war fears

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

The US and Iran held indirect talks in Geneva, aiming to prevent wider conflict amid a major US military build-up. Both sides exchanged constructive proposals, with Iran signaling a near-term deal is possible if talks focus on nuclear weapons prevention.

Loan defaults, politics and power: Why Bangladesh’s new central bank chief is facing intense backlash | Explained

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Mostaqur Rahman's appointment as Bangladesh Bank governor faces criticism over his lack of central banking experience and alleged loan defaults, with concerns that replacing respected economist Ahsan Mansur could undermine the financial sector's integrity.

Chip stocks get hit as Nvidia tumbles; oil climbs

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Nvidia shares fell 2.5% despite a strong earnings outlook
S&P 500 edged lower as tech stocks lost momentum
Oil prices dropped amid positive US-Iran nuclear talks

‘I owe India a great personal debt’: Netanyahu recalls first date with wife Sara at Indian restaurant

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Israeli PM Netanyahu shared he met his wife at an Indian restaurant in Tel Aviv, highlighting cultural ties with India. During Modi's visit, both leaders reaffirmed defence cooperation and Modi addressed Israel's parliament, receiving its highest legislative honor.

South Korea sees biggest rise in births in nearly 20 years: 'Echo boomers' are having children, but how long will the trend last

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

South Korea saw its largest birth rate increase in nearly 20 years, driven by millennials and rising marriages. Despite optimism, deaths still outnumber births, and experts warn structural challenges may limit lasting population growth.

Poland will stay US ally but can’t be a sucker, Sikorski says

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Poland cautions US support has limits amid changing US policies
54% of Poles no longer see the US as a reliable ally
Poland urges preparation for diverging interests with the US

Epstein’s second life: How powerful banks and wealthy backers kept him afloat after 2008 conviction

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Federal documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein remained financially and socially connected to elite networks for years after his 2008 conviction, aided by major banks and billionaires, allowing him to retain influence until his 2019 arrest and subsequent death.

Pentagon ultimatum puts Anthropic on the brink: Why the AI firm is under fire from US Defence Department

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

The Pentagon has threatened to cancel Anthropic’s contract and label it a supply chain risk unless it allows unrestricted military use of its AI. Anthropic, known for safety-focused AI, faces commercial and reputational risks as rivals comply with Pentagon demands.

WEF chief Borge Brende steps down following review of Epstein ties, Alois Zwinggi to take over

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

World Economic Forum president Borge Brende resigned after disclosures of his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. An independent review found no further concerns. Alois Zwinggi becomes interim president as the board seeks a permanent successor.

Tesla faces lawsuit over H-1B hiring and American layoffs: Why hiring practices landed the EV maker in US court

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

A US court allowed a discrimination lawsuit against Tesla to proceed, alleging the company favored H-1B visa workers over US citizens amid layoffs. The case highlights growing scrutiny of immigration-linked hiring practices as political tensions rise.

Sheikh Hasina’s unfinished exit story: Why Bangladesh President’s Yunus offensive has triggered Jamaat pushback

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman criticized President Shahabuddin for suppressing details about the August 2024 political upheaval and questioned his credibility amid controversy over Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and a secretive US trade deal.

Operation Sindoor fallout: How Asim Munir has made Pakistan’s nuclear posture look fragile after India action | Explained

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

After India’s May 2025 Operation Sindoor exposed flaws in Pakistan’s deterrence, Islamabad responded with nuclear threats and power consolidation under Asim Munir, raising concerns about regional stability and the military’s unchecked control over nuclear command.

'Largest government cover-up': DOJ accused of hiding Epstein interviews as Trump claims exoneration

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

Democrats accuse the Trump administration of a major cover-up after reports that key documents on allegations Trump sexually abused a minor linked to Jeffrey Epstein are missing. The DOJ denies wrongdoing and says it is reviewing the handling of the Epstein files.

Military purge leaves China’s PLA with ‘serious deficiencies’: How Xi’s anti-corruption drive is hitting readiness

World | Updated: Feb 26, 2026

China’s anti-corruption drive in its military has created leadership gaps and could impact the PLA’s readiness, says the IISS. Despite the purge, China’s defence spending and military activities in the Indo-Pacific continue to rise, with effects seen as temporary.