India attends first meeting of Trump's Gaza Board of Peace
India on Thursday attended the first meeting of Gaza Board of Peace in US as an Observer, PTI reported. Chargé d'affaires to US, Namgya C Khampa, represented India at the US Institute of Peace. India hasn't yet accepted US President Donald Trump's invite to become the board's permanent member. Members have to pay $1 billion to get the permanent seat.
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India on Thursday attended the first meeting of Gaza Board of Peace in US as an Observer, PTI reported. Chargé d'affaires to US, Namgya C Khampa, represented India at the US Institute of Peace. India hasn't yet accepted US President Donald Trump's invite to become the board's permanent member. Members have to pay $1 billion to get the permanent seat.
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Regular blood tests are key to preventive care: Orange Health Labs
According to Orange Health Labs, blood tests can detect health risks early, often before symptoms appear, but without regular testing, it's hard to track changes. To simplify year-round preventive screening, the company has introduced Orange One: a plan that starts with a 114-parameter full-body checkup and access to 100 essential tests all year, at a one-time cost of ₹4,999.
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08:54 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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According to Orange Health Labs, blood tests can detect health risks early, often before symptoms appear, but without regular testing, it's hard to track changes. To simplify year-round preventive screening, the company has introduced Orange One: a plan that starts with a 114-parameter full-body checkup and access to 100 essential tests all year, at a one-time cost of ₹4,999.
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'Grey’s Anatomy' actor Eric Dane dies at 53
Actor Eric Dane, famous for portraying Dr Mark Sloan in the TV drama 'Grey's Anatomy', has passed away at the age of 53. His team said that Dane passed away due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, less than a year after he confirmed his diagnosis. Dane spent his last days surrounded by his friends, wife and two daughters, a statement revealed.
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08:47 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Actor Eric Dane, famous for portraying Dr Mark Sloan in the TV drama 'Grey's Anatomy', has passed away at the age of 53. His team said that Dane passed away due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, less than a year after he confirmed his diagnosis. Dane spent his last days surrounded by his friends, wife and two daughters, a statement revealed.
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'Obama revealed classified information when he said aliens are real,' says Trump
On being questioned about his predecessor Barack Obama's "aliens are real" remark, US President Donald Trump said, "He gave classified information." "[Obama] isn't supposed to be doing that. He made a big mistake," he added. Trump, however, didn't confirm whether aliens are real or not. Obama had claimed he hasn't seen an alien and they're not kept at Area 51.
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08:47 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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On being questioned about his predecessor Barack Obama's "aliens are real" remark, US President Donald Trump said, "He gave classified information." "[Obama] isn't supposed to be doing that. He made a big mistake," he added. Trump, however, didn't confirm whether aliens are real or not. Obama had claimed he hasn't seen an alien and they're not kept at Area 51.
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India's image dented: SC to pharma firm as its cough syrup kills 68 kids in Uzbekistan
The Supreme Court slammed an Indian pharmaceutical firm, Marion Biotech, after its cough syrup, Dok-1 Max, was allegedly linked to the death of children in Uzbekistan. "Do you realise what dent it has caused to the country's image?" the bench said. Though the initial death toll was reported to be 18 in 2022, it later increased to 68 in 2024.
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09:13 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The Supreme Court slammed an Indian pharmaceutical firm, Marion Biotech, after its cough syrup, Dok-1 Max, was allegedly linked to the death of children in Uzbekistan. "Do you realise what dent it has caused to the country's image?" the bench said. Though the initial death toll was reported to be 18 in 2022, it later increased to 68 in 2024.
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Meghalaya's Budget session may be adjourned due to MP's death: CM
Meghalaya Assembly's session scheduled for February 20, during which the state budget had to be presented, may be adjourned as a mark of respect after Shillong MP Ricky AJ Syngkon's sudden death, CM Conrad Sangma said. Syngkon collapsed while playing futsal and was later declared dead. CM Sangma expressed grief over Syngkon's death, calling him a dedicated and compassionate leader.
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09:27 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Meghalaya Assembly's session scheduled for February 20, during which the state budget had to be presented, may be adjourned as a mark of respect after Shillong MP Ricky AJ Syngkon's sudden death, CM Conrad Sangma said. Syngkon collapsed while playing futsal and was later declared dead. CM Sangma expressed grief over Syngkon's death, calling him a dedicated and compassionate leader.
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MP Ricky Syngkon dies after collapsing while playing futsal in Meghalaya
Meghalaya Lok Sabha MP and VPP leader Ricky Andrew J Syngkon died in Shillong after he collapsed while playing futsal, his party officials said. His associates said Syngkon was participating in a friendly match. PM Narendra Modi said he was saddened by his demise. "He will be remembered for his dedicated service to the people of Meghalaya," he added.
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09:20 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Meghalaya Lok Sabha MP and VPP leader Ricky Andrew J Syngkon died in Shillong after he collapsed while playing futsal, his party officials said. His associates said Syngkon was participating in a friendly match. PM Narendra Modi said he was saddened by his demise. "He will be remembered for his dedicated service to the people of Meghalaya," he added.
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Can you drink oat milk if you have diabetes?
Oat milk is a popular dairy alternative, but its moderate-to-high glycemic index and 15 to 20g of carbohydrates per cup may raise blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Sweetened varieties can cause sharper spikes. Choosing unsweetened options, watching portion sizes, and monitoring glucose response are essential for safe consumption.
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Oat milk is a popular dairy alternative, but its moderate-to-high glycemic index and 15 to 20g of carbohydrates per cup may raise blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Sweetened varieties can cause sharper spikes. Choosing unsweetened options, watching portion sizes, and monitoring glucose response are essential for safe consumption.
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Vande Bharat with Mohan Bhagwat onboard pelted with stones in UP
Stones were pelted at the Vande Bharat Express in UP's Hardoi district as the train was travelling from Lucknow to Meerut, cracking the glass of one coach. Reports said RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was on the train but seated in a different coach. Preliminary investigations suggest children aged 8-13 playing near the railway track may have thrown the stone.
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09:58 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Stones were pelted at the Vande Bharat Express in UP's Hardoi district as the train was travelling from Lucknow to Meerut, cracking the glass of one coach. Reports said RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was on the train but seated in a different coach. Preliminary investigations suggest children aged 8-13 playing near the railway track may have thrown the stone.
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NVIDIA to invest $30 billion in OpenAI instead of $100 billion: FT
NVIDIA is close to finalising a $30 billion investment in OpenAI, replacing the $100 billion commitment the companies agreed to last year, the Financial Times reported. The deal would be part of a new funding round that could value the ChatGPT maker at around $830 billion. OpenAI is seeking to raise up to $100 billion in the round.
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09:56 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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NVIDIA is close to finalising a $30 billion investment in OpenAI, replacing the $100 billion commitment the companies agreed to last year, the Financial Times reported. The deal would be part of a new funding round that could value the ChatGPT maker at around $830 billion. OpenAI is seeking to raise up to $100 billion in the round.
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What is ALS, Eric Dane of Grey’s Anatomy battled?
Eric Dane, best known for Grey's Anatomy, died at 53 after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive motor neuron disease. Also called Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS causes muscle weakness, paralysis, and breathing difficulties. While there is no cure, treatments may slow progression and improve quality of life.
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Eric Dane, best known for Grey's Anatomy, died at 53 after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive motor neuron disease. Also called Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS causes muscle weakness, paralysis, and breathing difficulties. While there is no cure, treatments may slow progression and improve quality of life.
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UK Dy PM Lammy reveals his India connection in chat with Sunak
UK Deputy PM David Lammy, during a discussion on AI with ex-UK PM Rishi Sunak at the British High Commission in New Delhi, revealed his India connection. "I just want to establish my heritage too, because my great-grandmother on my mother's side was from Calcutta," he said. He was praising his friendship with Sunak, whose parents are of Indian origin.
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10:10 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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UK Deputy PM David Lammy, during a discussion on AI with ex-UK PM Rishi Sunak at the British High Commission in New Delhi, revealed his India connection. "I just want to establish my heritage too, because my great-grandmother on my mother's side was from Calcutta," he said. He was praising his friendship with Sunak, whose parents are of Indian origin.
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Stop commenting on other nations: Macron to Meloni over far-right activist's death in France
French President Emmanuel Macron said everyone should stay in their lanes in response to Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's remark about the death of a far-right activist in Lyon. "I'm always struck by how people who are nationalists...who don't want to be bothered in their own country, are always first ones to comment on what's happening in other countries," Macron said.
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10:04 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron said everyone should stay in their lanes in response to Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's remark about the death of a far-right activist in Lyon. "I'm always struck by how people who are nationalists...who don't want to be bothered in their own country, are always first ones to comment on what's happening in other countries," Macron said.
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AI in classes should generate questions, not answers: Anthropic exec
US-based AI startup Anthropic's Elizabeth Kelly said AI in classrooms should focus on generating questions, not answers, requiring students to do the cognitive work. Its data showed that students often rely on AI for direct answers. The company announced a tool with Indian NGO Pratham, which generates curriculum-appropriate questions and provides feedback on students' handwritten answers.
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10:01 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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US-based AI startup Anthropic's Elizabeth Kelly said AI in classrooms should focus on generating questions, not answers, requiring students to do the cognitive work. Its data showed that students often rely on AI for direct answers. The company announced a tool with Indian NGO Pratham, which generates curriculum-appropriate questions and provides feedback on students' handwritten answers.
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Was only shown thumbnail of video cited for my detention: Wangchuk to SC
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's lawyer told the Supreme Court that Wangchuk was shown only thumbnails of the video used against him and claimed that the videos were never played before him. The submission came during a hearing after his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, challenged his detention under NSA. Wangchuk was detained in September 2025, after protests demanding statehood status for Ladakh.
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10:25 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's lawyer told the Supreme Court that Wangchuk was shown only thumbnails of the video used against him and claimed that the videos were never played before him. The submission came during a hearing after his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, challenged his detention under NSA. Wangchuk was detained in September 2025, after protests demanding statehood status for Ladakh.
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Finfluencer trolled for claiming he made ₹2 cr in 1 yr on portfolio with Dec 2026 purchase date
Finfluencer Akshat Shrivastava was trolled after he claimed he made a $277,000 (over ₹2 crore) profit on a $1 million account and shared a screenshot of his portfolio in which the purchase date was December 17, 2026. "This fraudster...fooled innocent retail investors," SEBI-registered analyst Rohan Shinde said, while an X user said, "The secret of your returns is time travel."
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10:19 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Finfluencer Akshat Shrivastava was trolled after he claimed he made a $277,000 (over ₹2 crore) profit on a $1 million account and shared a screenshot of his portfolio in which the purchase date was December 17, 2026. "This fraudster...fooled innocent retail investors," SEBI-registered analyst Rohan Shinde said, while an X user said, "The secret of your returns is time travel."
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10:19 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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UK Dy PM calls Sunak 'great son of India'; he quips 'Son-in-law’
UK Deputy PM David Lammy, during a conversation with ex-UK PM Rishi Sunak at the British High Commission in New Delhi, said, "I know that former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is not just a great son of the United Kingdom, he is also a great son of India." Reacting promptly, Sunak said, "Son-in-law," drawing laughter from the audience.
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10:37 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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UK Deputy PM David Lammy, during a conversation with ex-UK PM Rishi Sunak at the British High Commission in New Delhi, said, "I know that former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is not just a great son of the United Kingdom, he is also a great son of India." Reacting promptly, Sunak said, "Son-in-law," drawing laughter from the audience.
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Antibiotic resistance poses rising health risk in India
Experts warn that antibiotic resistance is emerging as a serious public health concern in India. Studies suggest a significant share of prescriptions may be unnecessary, accelerating resistance. As antibiotics lose effectiveness against infections such as UTIs and pneumonia, doctors face limited treatment options, raising risks for patients & increasing pressure on hospitals & healthcare systems.
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Experts warn that antibiotic resistance is emerging as a serious public health concern in India. Studies suggest a significant share of prescriptions may be unnecessary, accelerating resistance. As antibiotics lose effectiveness against infections such as UTIs and pneumonia, doctors face limited treatment options, raising risks for patients & increasing pressure on hospitals & healthcare systems.
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BJP govt in Chhattisgarh allows Muslim staff to leave work early during Ramadan
The BJP-led Chhattisgarh government has issued an order allowing Muslim government employees to leave work one hour before normal closing time during the month of Ramadan. Earlier, the Andhra Pradesh (NDA) and Telangana (Congress) governments had issued similar orders. The BJP had criticised the Telangana government, seeking similar concessions during Hindu observances, including Navratri.
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10:56 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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The BJP-led Chhattisgarh government has issued an order allowing Muslim government employees to leave work one hour before normal closing time during the month of Ramadan. Earlier, the Andhra Pradesh (NDA) and Telangana (Congress) governments had issued similar orders. The BJP had criticised the Telangana government, seeking similar concessions during Hindu observances, including Navratri.
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Fans slam ICC over pre-seeded Super Eight groups for T20 World Cup 2026
Fans have slammed ICC over pre-seeded Super Eight groups for T20 World Cup 2026 after the draw placed four unbeaten group-stage winners together. "Your pre seedings prioritise logistics over sporting...fairness," a fan commented. Another wrote, "Pre-seeded plan simply kills...incentive of performing good at group stages." A comment read, "Is it fair for...table toppers to be in such group?"
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10:53 am Friday, 20 February, 2026
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Fans have slammed ICC over pre-seeded Super Eight groups for T20 World Cup 2026 after the draw placed four unbeaten group-stage winners together. "Your pre seedings prioritise logistics over sporting...fairness," a fan commented. Another wrote, "Pre-seeded plan simply kills...incentive of performing good at group stages." A comment read, "Is it fair for...table toppers to be in such group?"
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