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Bangladesh Elections: PM Modi Unlikely To Attend Tarique Rahman’s Oath Taking Ceremony

Bangladesh has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in ceremony in Dhaka. However, PM Modi is unlikely to be present due to prior commitments, including hosting French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day. The oath ceremony follows the BNP’s landslide victory, marking a major political transition in Bangladesh.

Soybean Oil Imports May Pressure Domestic Growers

India and the United States have signed an interim framework for a trade deal, and that has triggered protests from farmer groups across the country. Commerce minister Piyush Goyal has maintained that no key agricultural sector has been opened. So if core crops are protected, where is the tension coming from? To understand that, we must first look at the structural gap between Indian and American agriculture.

Ponies Actor Adrian Lester: It Has a Really Intriguing Script

At a time when spy thrillers have reached their peak point, show creators Susanna Fogel and David Iserson have thrilled many with their show, 'Ponies'. In an exclusive conversation with WION's Samarpita Das, actor Adrian Lester speaks about his role in the series.

Indonesians Shop Amid Economic Strain

Muslims across Indonesia are crowding markets ahead of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting expected to begin on February 17. Traditionally, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation witnesses a surge in spending during this period, particularly on food and household essentials.

Tax Credits Helped Boost Second-hand EV Interest

Used electric vehicles are suddenly one of the hottest segments in the car market, even as sales of new EVs struggle to gain traction. Used electric vehicle sales are surging, with almost 40 percent of recent used EV transactions priced below 25,000 dollars, making them much more affordable than new models.

Wasim, Waqar, Afridi extend concern over Imran Khan’s vision loss; post heartfelt texts

Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis & Shahid Afridi voice deep concern for Imran Khan after reports of severe vision loss. See their heartfelt messages here.

US Cattle Herd at Lowest Level in Nearly 70 Years

Beef prices are climbing faster than overall inflation, hitting grocery bills harder and showing little sign of slowing down. Data shows beef and veal price indexes jumped about 16 percent in the past year, far outpacing broader food inflation and the headline 2.7 percent national inflation rate.

Taxpayer Funds Back Coal Plants Slated for Closure

President Trump’s efforts to revive the US coal industry are having real financial and health consequences for communities across the country. In parts of Michigan and beyond, ageing coal-fired power plants slated for closure are being kept open under emergency orders, as part of a push to boost coal production and power generation.

Layoff Anxiety Grips US Workforce

The era of the great resignation appears to be giving way to a very different workplace trend, one driven not by ambition, but anxiety. A growing number of Americans are now choosing to stay in their current jobs out of caution, a phenomenon career analysts are calling “job hugging.”

'This nonsense about frog...': Russia dismisses European nations' 'poisoning' allegations over Alexei Navalny's death

European nations claim Alexei Navalny was killed using a rare toxin, citing scientific evidence, while Russia dismisses the allegations as propaganda. The findings renew tensions, with Navalny’s allies asserting the Kremlin’s direct role in his death.

Heer Ranjha announcement! Imtiaz Ali, Ektaa Kapoor reunite for Laila Majnu sequel; Sajid Ali to direct

The makers have announced the second installment of Laila Majnu titled Heer Ranjha. Filmmakers Imtiaz Ali and Ektaa Kapoor will reunite for the next chapter, with Sajid Ali directing the film. Read details inside.

‘No sign of Nancy found’: Pima County Sheriff warns ‘exhausting’ search for Guthrie could take years

The search for Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy, has entered its second week, with no arrests so far. Authorities are following thousands of tips as the investigation continues.

Tu Yaa Main Box Office collection Day 2: Shanaya Kapoor-Adarsh Gourav starrer gets Valentine’s Day boost

Tu Yaa Main, starring Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav, gets a Valentine's Day boost. Surpassing its first-day collection, the survival romantic thriller, directed by Bejoy Nambiar, gets a noticeable hike on the second day. Read below for more details on the box office.

NATO Secretary General Explains Why He Called Trump 'Daddy'; Blames Poor Command Of English

NATO’s Secretary General has explained the origin story behind the bizarre “daddy” nickname he bestowed upon Donald Trump, which the president awkwardly took ownership of last month.

SKY mimics Usman Tariq’s ‘pause’ bowling action in nets! WATCH how India prepare for PAK’s mystery spinner

WATCH: Suryakumar Yadav mimics Usman Tariq’s unique 'pause' action in the nets! See how India plans to tackle Pakistan’s mystery spinner in Colombo.

Kyiv Targets Russian Pantsir Systems to Utilise Long-Range Strikes

Special Operations Centre Alpha, part of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), destroyed half of Russia's Pantsir surface-to-air artillery and missile systems in 2025.

Ranbir Kapoor drops major hints about Ramayana and Love & War release; opens up about Brahmastra 2

Ranbir Kapoor recently shared some major updates about his upcoming projects. The actor also revealed the release timeline for his much-anticipated Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, Love & War. Read details inside.

Mumbai Metro Tragedy: Local Political Leader Killed in Slab Collapse Tragedy; Five Arrested

On February 14, 2026, a tragic construction accident occurred on the under-construction Mumbai Metro Line-4 in Mulund West, resulting in the death of a local community leader and injuries to three others. A "parapet segment" (a concrete slab/wall portion) of a pillar, measuring roughly 6 feet by 4 feet, collapsed from the elevated corridor onto an auto-rickshaw and a car on the busy Lal Bahadur Shastri (LBS) Road.

Lebanon & Syria Claim Israel is Using Chemicals Along Border Areas

Lebanon and Syria have accused Israel of using crop-damaging chemicals along border regions, alleging environmental harm and economic losses for farmers in affected areas.