India joins US-led Pax Silica: What it means for the country | Top News of Feb 20, 2026

India on Friday joined the US-led strategic alliance called Pax Silica — a coalition focused on critical minerals and artificial intelligence. So why does India’s entry into the alliance matter?

Blanket freebie ahead of polls could hamper development: SC | Top News of Feb 19, 2026

The Supreme Court made strong oral observations about the growing trend of state governments announcing “freebies” ahead of elections. The court questioned whether the practice risks undermining the nation’s long-term development. So what prompted the apex court to remark on the freebie culture?

Why did SC set aside Allahabad HC's order siding with rape accused? | Top News of Feb 18, 2026

The Supreme Court has set aside a controversial ruling of the Allahabad High Court, which had held that grabbing a minor girl’s breast and loosening the string of her pyjama amounted only to preparation and not an attempt to commit rape. But on what grounds did the High Court arrive at such a concl…

Will Bill Gates attend AI Summit in India? Confusion amid Epstein files | Top News of Feb 17, 2026

Confusion prevailed on Tuesday over whether Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will attend the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, with government sources denying his participation and his foundation confirming it — is the uncertainty linked to renewed chatter around the Jeffrey Epstein files?

Skip first Board exam? Not allowed, clarifies CBSE | Top News of Feb 16, 2026

CBSE has made it clear that Class 10 students must appear for the first board examination from 2026. Students who do not attempt at least three subjects in the first phase will be placed in the “essential repeat” category. So what exactly does this mean for students?

How Colombo is cashing in on the India vs Pakistan match | Top News of Feb 15, 2026

Sri Lanka is gearing up for the big India vs Pakistan clash at the Premadasa Stadium. But not everyone is excited just about the cricket. Uber drivers are looking forward to something else. During the 20-minute drive to the stadium, drivers say they expect a surge in ride requests. Tickets are sold…

Bangladesh verdict decoded: Tarique Rahman’s return from exile & the road ahead | Top News of Feb 14, 2026

Bangladesh has voted in one of its most consequential elections in years — and the verdict is decisive. A landslide win for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, a major constitutional referendum approved, and Tarique Rahman now poised to become the country’s next Prime Minister. Let’s break down what …

First phase of Budget session ends: Key highlights | Top News of Feb 13, 2026

The first phase of the Budget Session ended on Friday after weeks of heated arguments and dramatic scenes in Parliament. There were clashes over the India–US interim trade deal and over former Army chief MM Naravane’s unpublished memoir. The House will now meet again on March 9 after a three-week b…

Why did BJP move to cancel Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha membership? | Top News of Feb 12, 2026

The BJP has intensified its attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the government’s trade deal with the United States. On Thursday, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey moved a notice in the Lok Sabha seeking a “substantive motion” against the Congress leader, demanding cancellation of…

Is India negotiating from strength? Rahul Gandhi questions US trade deal | February 11, 2016

India’s trade negotiations with the United States have sparked a political debate in Parliament. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has questioned whether India is negotiating from a position of strength in a rapidly shifting global order. He raised concerns over energy security, farmers’ interests …