Politics
Ranchi: Drunk Duo's SUV Rampage Injures Multiple, Sparks 2-Hour Police Chase
Two heavily intoxicated men in Ranchi injured several people, including transgenders, and led police on a dramatic two-hour high-speed chase before arrest at a hospital. The incident echoes a similar January case.
World
Global Big Cat Alliance Summit Concludes in Karnataka with Field Visits
The Big Cat Alliance Summit in Karnataka brought together 39 delegates from 23 nations to exchange ideas on conservation. The event included technical discussions and a field visit to forest areas for habitat management insights.
Business
Hisense Launches First Indian Manufacturing Plant in Andhra Pradesh
Chinese electronics giant Hisense has inaugurated its first manufacturing facility in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The $30 million plant will initially produce air conditioners, with plans to expand into washing machines and LED TVs by 2026-27.
Entertainment
Puducherry Film Festival Goes International, Aims to Become Global Cinema Hub
The Puducherry Film Festival transforms into an international event from February 12-15, featuring 45 films in eight languages, prestigious awards, master classes, and free screenings to position the Union territory as a global cinematic destination.
Lifestyle
Technology
Truke Launches Bass S2 Sleeping Earphones for Comfortable Nights
Indian brand Truke launches its first sleeping earphones, Bass S2, targeting sleep-focused audio. Priced at Rs 499, they offer comfort for nighttime listening and will be available on major e-commerce platforms.
Black Myth Zhong Kui: Next Saga in Epic Series Revealed
Game Science announces Black Myth Zhong Kui as the next action saga following Wukong's record-breaking success. Inspired by Chinese folklore's demon exorcist, the game's release date remains unannounced but hype builds globally.
India Second in Global AI Adoption, Security Risks Loom
India emerges as a global AI powerhouse, ranking second only to the US in enterprise AI transactions. A new report highlights rapid adoption but warns of critical security gaps and weaponization of agentic AI ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Aligarh Couple Duped of Rs 42 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud
A retired agriculture officer and his wife in Aligarh were swindled of their entire life savings in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme where scammers posed as telecom and police officials, maintaining psychological pressure for 18 days.
Nothing's 2026 Strategy: Phone 4a Series Takes Center Stage
Nothing is reportedly centering its 2026 smartphone strategy around the mid-range Phone 4a series, with no flagship planned. Expected to debut at MWC 2026, the lineup includes new colors, specs, and pricing details.