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Newly elected members of Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election will take oath on February 17 at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The BNP secured a majority, positioning Tarique Rahman to lead the government amid concerns over political unrest and rising extremism

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A 55-year-old farmer, Gaddam Ram Reddy, died by suicide in Adilabad’s Bela mandal after incurring massive crop losses. Burdened by $₹10$ lakh in debt from three years of failed cultivation on 23 acres, he consumed pesticide in his cowshed

In Mumbai, Ram Charan wished director Buchi Babu Sana on his birthday, praising his work on *Peddi*. The makers also unveiled Jagapathi Babu’s character Appalasoori ahead of the film’s April 30, 2026, release

A SpaceX capsule delivered four astronauts to the International Space Station, restoring full crew strength after a medical evacuation prompted an early return. NASA had paused spacewalks and reduced research during the short-staffed period

In Balasore, Odisha Police rescued a two-and-a-half-year-old boy allegedly sold by his father for Rs 1 lakh in Nilgiri. The father and buyer were detained after a viral video exposed the deal. The child was handed to welfare authorities

Police have intensified the probe into the deaths of a six-year-old girl and her father in Kochi after a post-mortem indicated prior sexual assault on the child. The case now includes provisions of the POCSO Act.

BRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao extended greetings on Sant Sevalal Maharaj’s birth anniversary, praising his teachings on social harmony and recalling welfare initiatives undertaken for the development and empowerment of the Banjara community.

Cuba has postponed its annual Habanos cigar fair indefinitely due to severe fuel shortages and nationwide blackouts linked to a US oil embargo, affecting cultural events and daily life. No new date for the famed festival has been announced

A 22-year-old Indian student from Karnataka, pursuing a master’s degree at UC Berkeley, was found dead in California six days after going missing, with the Indian Consulate assuring assistance to his family.

Anand defeated Neelkant Dambre, a very popular tennis player from Goa, 6-2, 6-3 in the final

Bangladesh is preparing to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other regional leaders to the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the country’s next prime minister on February 17. While Dhaka has reportedly communicated its plans to New Delhi, there is no official confirmation yet.

Located in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, about 50 km from Warangal, this underrated treasure blends mesolithic petroglyphs, towering sandstone arches, caves, and rolling hillocks into a spectacular escape for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike

The Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police solved six cybercrime cases in a week-long operation, arresting six offenders involved in investment, loan app, and part-time job frauds.

Medipally Police, with support from the CCS Uppal Zone team, solved a robbery case within 24 hours by arresting two youths. The accused, B Ravin and G Raghu, allegedly robbed a woman of gold and valuables on the night of February 12.

A speeding car overturned on the ORR service road near Pocharam village under Patancheru police station limits, killing one person and injuring three others.

A Peregrine Falcon was spotted in the Kawal Tiger Reserve during the Asian Water Bird Survey, marking its first recorded appearance in five years. Wildlife researcher Dr Venkat Anagandhula photographed the bird perched on a mobile tower near Kistapur Lake.

Authorities in Mancherial district have made elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of Maha Shivaratri festivities at Sri Bugga Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Devasthanam in Kannala and Sri Mallikharjuna Swamy temple in Velala.

The BRS has tightened its grip on Dubbak municipality after independent councillor-elect Mohammed Chand joined the party. MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy expressed gratitude to voters for their mandate, calling it a reaffirmation of trust in the party’s leadership.

The Kothagudem Municipal Corporation remains in suspense as the CPI has yet to decide whether to align with the Congress or the BRS for the upcoming mayoral election. With both CPI and Congress winning 22 divisions each, the hung council requires nine additional corporators to secure the mayor’s seat.

Aiden Markram’s explosive 86 guided South Africa to a seven-wicket win over New Zealand in Ahmedabad, virtually sealing their Super 8s spot in the T20 World Cup. The Proteas chased 176 in 17.1 overs, topping Group D with six points

Adil Rashid’s three wickets and Tom Banton’s unbeaten 63 helped England beat Scotland by five wickets in Kolkata, keeping their Super Eights hopes alive in the T20 World Cup. Scotland collapsed from 113/3 to 152, undone by England’s spinners

Noted poet Dr. Jayaraju emphasised the importance of scientific temper and rational thinking while addressing students in Kothagudem as part of the Prakriti Vijnanika Yatra. He urged youth to abandon superstitions and take responsibility for protecting nature amid global warming.

India face Pakistan in the T20 World Cup’s marquee clash at Colombo’s Premadasa Stadium. With Abhishek Sharma’s fitness uncertain and Pakistan’s spin attack ready, India’s middle-order stability will be key. Rain could also impact the high-voltage encounter