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Executives from several big technology corporations, including Google CEO Sundar Pichai, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, Microsoft President Brad Smith and Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, are also expected to be present

The Palestine Action group’s late June 2025 action at the RAF Brize Norton air base, where activists vandalised two Airbus Voyager refuelling planes with paint and crowbars, led to its banning. Government lawyers argued that its proscription was a necessary national security measure.

Russia has claimed that WhatsApp failed to comply with local laws, raising concerns over data storage and content regulation. Authorities have warned the platform to align with Russian regulations or face penalties.

A recent report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals that American consumers have borne nearly the full cost of tariffs imposed during Donald Trump’s administration.

A loyal pet dog named 'Bob Coveiro' is the inspiration for a new law in Brazil's Sao Paulo state which permits pets to be buried besides their owners. Bob garnered attention after its refusal to leave the cemetery where its owner was laid to rest for a period of 10 years.

The development comes less than two weeks after the US President Donald Trump stated that the government is seeking $1 billion in damages from Haravard to to settle federal probes into the school's polices.

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna will reportedly tie the knot in February in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Ahead of the wedding, it has been learned that they have declined an OTT deal.

Astronomers studying the planetary system "Chaos Unleashed" have observed violent orbital behavior that defies conventional planet formation models.

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at his Israeli counterpart Isaac Herzog for not pardoning Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli PM is facing trial in three cases, which could potentially lead to a 10-year jail term. Meanwhile, Herzog hit back at Trump, stressing that he will take a decision on Netanyahu's pardon request without any external influence.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, travel is emerging as a meaningful way to express romance, with 76% of Indian women believing that men should take a lead in planning the holiday.

New Epstein documents reference Madeleine McCann in a 2009 witness statement describing a woman resembling Ghislaine Maxwell with a child, though authorities have confirmed no proven link to her disappearance.

#Gravitas Japan has seized a Chinese vessel and arrested its captain, after he allegedly ignored repeated calls by Tokyo to stop and tried to flee. This is the first time since 2022 that Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel. And it comes at a moment when relations between the two Asian powers are already on edge.

On February 13, 2026, India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the purchase of 288 additional S-400 surface-to-air missiles from Russia for approximately ₹10,000 crore. This follows the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets and aims to bolster air defense, replenish stocks used during 2025's Operation Sindoor, and secure, with 120 short-range and 168 long-range missiles to be acquired under the Fast Track Procedure.

A new scientific study has identified a potential “hidden switch” in the brain linked to empathy, offering fresh insights into how humans understand and respond to others’ emotions. Researchers say the findings could reshape approaches to mental health, social behavior, and neurological research, while opening new pathways for therapies targeting empathy-related disorders. The discovery adds to growing evidence on the biological mechanisms behind emotional intelligence and compassion.

The DGCA asked the airline to conduct an internal investigation to identify deficiencies and put corrective measures in place to prevent such failures from occurring. Air India’s own investigation found systemic failures. It admitted there was a need to improve compliance culture.

Russian forces have continued targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, cutting heating to thousands of buildings in the capital Kyiv and contributing to widespread disruptions amid one of the coldest winters in years. In the latest attack, Russian strikes early Thursday damaged heat-generating facilities in Kyiv, leaving nearly 2,600 residential buildings without heating and plunging many residents into hardship. At the same time, two people were killed in eastern Ukraine, including in the town of Lozova, during broader strikes that also damaged power infrastructure in other regions. Moscow’s campaign against Ukraine’s energy system is part of a sustained effort that has repeatedly cut electricity and heating services across major population centres during freezing conditions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled Seva Teerth, a major initiative aimed at bringing key ministries under a unified infrastructure framework to enhance coordination, efficiency, and public service delivery.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited fresh controversy after openly recounting his past cocaine and heroin use during a podcast appearance He has spoken before about his struggles with addiction. In 1983, he was arrested for heroin possession in South Dakota. He has said that after his second arrest, he became sober and has stayed in recovery since then. During the interview, he also explained that he continued going to in-person recovery meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic instead of attending virtually. His comments have sparked debate and strong reactions from the public.

A political controversy has erupted in India after opposition leaders raised questions over references to Hardeep Singh Puri in the recently released Epstein-related documents. Rival parties clashed as opposition figures demanded clarification, intensifying the political debate. The development has sparked sharp reactions, with leaders trading accusations and defending positions amid growing scrutiny over the disclosures. The issue has quickly become a flashpoint in domestic political discourse.