Paramount Skydance is now in a strong position to acquire Warner Bros Discovery in a deal valued at approximately $111 billion (£82.2 billion) after Netflix officially stepped back from the bidding process. Warner Bros confirmed on Thursday that Paramount’s revised offer was considered “superior” to Netflix’s proposal. Netflix chose not to increase its bid, stating […]
India has officially rolled out new IT rules for AI-generated content, bringing deepfakes, synthetic media, and altered visuals under a clear legal framework for the first time. These changes aim to improve online safety, transparency, and accountability across digital platforms. The updated rules took effect today, February 20, 2026, following a government notification issued earlier […]
Pakistan suffered a crushing 61-run defeat against India in their high-voltage ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage clash at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The loss has triggered strong reactions from former cricketers and analysts, with many calling the team’s performance disappointing and below international standards. India’s dominant display secured their place in the […]
India Strengthens Energy Security Through Long-Term LNG Partnership Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM) and Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) have advised on a USD 3 billion long-term LNG sale and purchase agreement. The deal was signed between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Company. This agreement is a major step toward […]
A Peaceful Village Faces an Unthinkable Crime A small village in northern Uttar Pradesh is struggling to come to terms with the brutal killing of a young interfaith couple, an incident that has deeply disturbed residents who say the area had long been known for communal harmony. The bodies of 19-year-old Kajal, a Hindu woman, […]
How can education prevent violence and promote lasting peace? This question guided the recent Peace Education Assessment Consultation Workshop at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (TSGM). The event was organized by UNESCO in collaboration with Cambodia’s Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts (MoCFA), Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), and TSGM. It is part […]
Five Killed as Aircraft Crash-Lands in Pune District Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others lost their lives on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, after a private aircraft crash-landed in Baramati, located in Pune district, Maharashtra, officials confirmed. The tragic incident occurred while the aircraft was attempting to land. According to the Directorate General […]
Rupee Slips to Historic Low Amid Global and Domestic Pressures The Indian rupee fell to a record low of 92 against the US dollar during intraday trade on Friday before recovering slightly to close at 91.88 (provisional). The sharp fall was driven by foreign fund outflows, weak domestic equity markets, and rising global uncertainty. According […]
Talks over the India–US trade agreement may face renewed challenges as pulses become a new point of dispute. Two senior US lawmakers have written to former President Donald Trump, urging him to intervene over India’s 30% import tariff on American pulses, warning that the move puts US farmers at a serious disadvantage. Why India’s Pulse […]
India is closely monitoring the unfolding political unrest in Iran, as any major shift in Tehran’s leadership could significantly reshape regional geopolitics, trade routes, and security alignments. While a weakened Iran may open strategic opportunities for Pakistan and China, it could sharply limit India’s influence and access in West and Central Asia. With India already […]