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Residents in a central Manila neighbourhood lined up Wednesday, as dengue cases spike nationwide, to collect a bounty -- one peso for every five mosquitoes, dead or alive. Watch in for more details!

US President Donald Trump called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator without elections” and criticized the $200 billion US aid to Ukraine, claiming the US gains nothing while Europe benefits. Trump also criticized Biden’s efforts to end the war and labeled Zelensky as a “modestly successful comedian.”

88-year-old Pope Francis showed a slight improvement while battling pneumonia. But what exactly is double pneumonia? It's an infection that affects both lungs. The infection inflames the air sacs in the lungs, or the Alveoli, filling them up with fluid or pus. Watch in for more details!

Two dead after two single-engine flights collide mid-air in Arizona. Collision happened at around 8.25 am local time on February 19 near Marana Regional Airport. While one flight landed safely, the other hit the ground near a runway and caught fire. Both planes identified as a Lancair 360 MK II aircraft and a Cessna 172S aircraft. Despite series of plane crashes Donald Trump has resumed firing hundreds of FAA workers. Watch to know more!

Rekha Gupta will be sworn in as Delhi's Chief Minister on February 20 at Ramlila Maidan. The oath-taking ceremony will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Watch in for more details!

Hamas is set to release the bodies of Shiri Bibas, Ariel Bibas, and Kfir Bibas to Israel, along with Oded Lifshitz as the fourth hostage. This comes amid heightened tensions and reports of a Hezbollah operative being targeted by the IDF in Lebanon, marking the first death since Israeli troop withdrawal from the region.

World: President Trump is initiating talks for a new trade agreement with China to enhance American exports and invite increased Chinese investments into the US economy.

Sports, Cricket: Tasked to chase 321 runs, Pakistan lost by 60 runs during which Babar Azam played a 64-run knock which made no favours for the defending champions.

India news | Incoming Delhi CM Rekha Gupta pledges to credit the first ₹2,500 monthly support for women by Women's Day, fulfilling BJP's promise to enhance financial aid.

The Uttar Pradesh Police has registered cases against two social media accounts for allegedly posting and selling objectional videos of women pilgrims bathing at the Maha Kumbh. Watch this report for more details!

US President Donald Trump floated new universal tariffs of 25% on autos, drugs, and chips, saying they could come as early as April. With this proposal, Trump escalated his tariff rhetoric. In response, India has called for a bilateral meeting with the US To discuss trade ties. Japan has raised auto tariff concerns with the US, seeking concessions. In the report, we look at if Trump's tariff strategy as leverage to negotiate deals is working.

Hong Kong’s interbank liquidity is severely strained as local banks borrowed a record $707 million, the highest amount in over five years. The Hong Kong monetary authority, the city’s de-facto central bank, stepped in to offer temporary cash through its discount window. This surge in borrowing comes as demand for Hong Kong equities has increased significantly. The rally has put pressure on the financial system. The city's funding costs have spiked to a near six-week high of 4. 07%.

India’s edtech sector has seen a dramatic shift with the downfall of Byju’s, once valued at $22 billion. While many of its acquired startups crumbled, great learning has emerged as a rare survivor, regaining independence and returning to profitability.

India News: The Supreme Court has postponed hearings on challenges to the law concerning the appointments of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners.

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasises efforts for border de-escalation with China, empowering Corps Commanders to resolve issues and prevent violence along the LAC.

The asteroid’s possible impact zone, or “risk corridor,” extends across the eastern Pacific Ocean, northern South America, the Atlantic Ocean, Africa, the Arabian Sea, and South Asia (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bangladesh). Major cities along this path include Bogotá, Mumbai, and Dhaka, each with millions of residents.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled a fresh set of EU sanctions aimed at increasing pressure on Russia. The latest measures target key economic and financial sectors, as well as individuals and media outlets. Watch this report for more details!

India's reliance on cash handouts as a means of inclusion has renewed a debate around whether it fosters a productive workforce. Are welfare schemes creating a culture of dependence, threatening economic growth and infrastructure development? We discuss the details with Dr. Suma Singh - Registrar, Academics of Mount Carmel College Bengaluru.

A new study led by the University of Bristol uses advanced simulations to predict Earth's future climate. It suggests that extreme conditions could make the planet uninhabitable in 250 million years.