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China has announced visa-free entry for British and Canadian nationals starting February 17, a move seen as part of Beijing’s diplomatic outreach. The decision follows recent visits by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has postponed his planned visit to the UAE, citing health issues faced by Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A post on X announcing the delay was later deleted, though Erdogan publicly wished the UAE leader a swift recovery. The visit is now expected to be rescheduled.

OpenAI has hired Peter Steinberger, the creator of OpenClaw, after the AI agent platform went viral. CEO Sam Altman said Steinberger will lead work on personal AI agents as interest shifts beyond chatbots.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Israel on February 24–25 to strengthen ties in defence, counter-terrorism and AI. Announced by Benjamin Netanyahu, the visit signals deepening strategic cooperation, though official confirmation from India is still awaited.

India has kicked off the 5-day India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together leaders from 20 nations for the first-ever Global South AI summit. Key attendees include Emmanuel Macron, Lula, and Pedro Sánchez, highlighting growing international cooperation on artificial intelligence governance and innovation.

At AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, industry leaders said AI won’t replace jobs but boost productivity, urging youth to upskill as India sees rapid AI growth and wider business adoption.

India thrashed Pakistan in the latest face-off in Colombo, beating them by 61 runs. Here are six records that were broken during this marquee T20 World Cup tie.

The film won three of its four categories, also grabbing wins for best director and best cinematography. The movie's lead, Joel Edgerton, however, did not take home best actor, which went to Rose Byrne for “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You.”

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has clarified his recent remark suggesting that “aliens are real”, explaining that while the topic of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) is intriguing, he has seen no concrete evidence of extraterrestrial life. Obama made the comments amid growing public interest in UFOs and government disclosures. The former president emphasized that while space exploration and scientific inquiry continue, there is no verified proof of alien life visiting Earth.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has outlined clear red lines ahead of renewed U.S. , Iran nuclear negotiations, insisting that any future agreement must require all enriched uranium to be removed from Iran and that Tehran’s ability to enrich must be dismantled. Netanyahu’s remarks came as Iranian officials, including Abbas Araghchi, head to Geneva for the second round of talks with U.S. counterparts aimed at preventing further escalation and reaching a diplomatic deal.

Clashes erupted in Bnei Brak, Israel, as police and local residents confronted each other over efforts to enforce military conscription. The confrontations grew intense, with stun grenades deployed and multiple arrests reported. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement saying he will not allow harm to Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers amid the unrest. The situation has drawn widespread attention as tensions continue over conscription and public resistance in parts of Israeli society.

The United States has launched a diplomatic push across Central Europe, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio beginning a regional tour. Washington signalled a renewed alliance with Europe while urging nations to strengthen their own defence capabilities, echoing President Donald Trump’s call for Europe to shoulder more security responsibility.

Iran is pushing for a nuclear deal with the US that brings mutual economic gains, while offering limited compromise on uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief. With talks underway in Geneva and military pressure rising, the outcome remains uncertain.

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is fueling unprecedented demand for memory chips, triggering a global semiconductor shortage. AI applications, from large language models to generative AI tools, require massive amounts of high-performance memory, putting intense pressure on chip manufacturers and supply chains. Industry experts warn that this AI-driven memory crunch could affect consumer electronics, data centers, and cloud computing services worldwide, highlighting the need for accelerated investment in semiconductor production and technological innovation.

Russia claims it has taken control of a village in the Zaporizhzhia region, with the Kremlin reporting the capture of a dozen settlements despite harsh winter conditions. The Russian army chief visited frontline troops as fires erupted in Bryansk following Ukrainian strikes. Here’s the latest battlefield update.

The win against Pakistan on Feb 15 in T20 World Cup 2026 was India's 16th back-to-back victory in ICC white-ball tournaments - the longest streak by any team in history. Before India, Australia held the record for most consecutive wins (15) between Champions Trophy 2006 and ODI WC 2007.

China has removed Japan from its popular outbound destination list, a move seen as the latest flashpoint in the ongoing diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Tokyo. The decision comes amid rising strain in China-Japan relations, adding economic and tourism implications to an already sensitive political dispute.

The Israeli cabinet has approved a decision to restart the land registration process in the occupied West Bank, advancing long-standing plans for annexation of settlements and territories. The move is expected to intensify tensions with the Palestinian Authority and draw criticism from the international community, which considers settlement expansion illegal under international law. Observers warn this could complicate peace negotiations and heighten unrest in the region.

‘It’s like beating minnows,’ Axar Patel and Sanjay Manjrekar deliver a stinging verdict on the India-Pakistan rivalry after the 61-run Colombo win.