India to get 0% tariffs like Bangladesh from US: Piyush Goyal on textiles
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said India will also get "zero reciprocal tariff" on certain textiles in its trade deal with US, similar to Bangladesh. He made the remark while dismissing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's claim that Bangladesh benefited more than India while making deal with US. "When...interim agreement is finalised...you'll get to see this in fine print," Goyal added.
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04:46 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said India will also get "zero reciprocal tariff" on certain textiles in its trade deal with US, similar to Bangladesh. He made the remark while dismissing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's claim that Bangladesh benefited more than India while making deal with US. "When...interim agreement is finalised...you'll get to see this in fine print," Goyal added.
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India pulls out of Mali lithium project over security risks: Report
Security risks are prompting India to pull out of a lithium project in Mali backed by Russia's state nuclear firm Rosatom, Reuters reported. Western nations have urged citizens to leave the African nation as security concerns rise in its battle with al Qaeda-linked militants targeting economic assets and foreign investment. Lithium is a key metal used in electric vehicle batteries.
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05:09 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Security risks are prompting India to pull out of a lithium project in Mali backed by Russia's state nuclear firm Rosatom, Reuters reported. Western nations have urged citizens to leave the African nation as security concerns rise in its battle with al Qaeda-linked militants targeting economic assets and foreign investment. Lithium is a key metal used in electric vehicle batteries.
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Hardeep Puri explains why he wrote 'have fun' and 'exotic island' in emails to Epstein
Union Minister Hardeep Puri explained why he wrote "have fun" and "exotic island" in emails to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Puri said he uses "exotic" word casually in conversations with well-to-do people, adding, "I ask, 'Which exotic place are you in?'" Talking about "have fun", Puri said he had no clue about Epstein's activities as he wasn't his personal acquaintance.
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05:08 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Union Minister Hardeep Puri explained why he wrote "have fun" and "exotic island" in emails to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Puri said he uses "exotic" word casually in conversations with well-to-do people, adding, "I ask, 'Which exotic place are you in?'" Talking about "have fun", Puri said he had no clue about Epstein's activities as he wasn't his personal acquaintance.
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Why the price of gold varies across different Indian cities?
The price of gold often varies across different cities in India due to a mix of global pricing and local realities. The rates are determined by the international market at first, then state-specific taxes, import duties and GST are added. Apart from this, transportation costs, distance from import hubs, jeweller margins and quality of the precious metal also affect prices.
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05:05 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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The price of gold often varies across different cities in India due to a mix of global pricing and local realities. The rates are determined by the international market at first, then state-specific taxes, import duties and GST are added. Apart from this, transportation costs, distance from import hubs, jeweller margins and quality of the precious metal also affect prices.
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BNP leader dies at polling station, party blames Jamaat-e-Islami
Mohibuzzaman Kochi, a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, died at a polling centre amid national elections. He was allegedly pushed by Jamaat-e-Islami activists for objecting to canvassing inside the centre. According to reports, Kochi hit his head on a tree after being pushed and was soon declared dead at a hospital. Jamaat's centre director, Mahbubur Rahman, has denied the allegations.
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05:04 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Mohibuzzaman Kochi, a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, died at a polling centre amid national elections. He was allegedly pushed by Jamaat-e-Islami activists for objecting to canvassing inside the centre. According to reports, Kochi hit his head on a tree after being pushed and was soon declared dead at a hospital. Jamaat's centre director, Mahbubur Rahman, has denied the allegations.
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Voting concludes for B'desh general elections; 47.91% turnout till 2 pm
Voting for Bangladesh’s 13th general elections concluded at 4:30 pm (Bangladesh local time) on Thursday. The voter turnout was recorded at 47.91% as of 2 pm, according to the Daily Star. The country’s Election Commission said the voting was conducted in 299 out of 300 constituencies as voting in one seat was cancelled due to death of a candidate.
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05:29 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Voting for Bangladesh’s 13th general elections concluded at 4:30 pm (Bangladesh local time) on Thursday. The voter turnout was recorded at 47.91% as of 2 pm, according to the Daily Star. The country’s Election Commission said the voting was conducted in 299 out of 300 constituencies as voting in one seat was cancelled due to death of a candidate.
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Celina Jaitly's brother, who is detained in UAE, refuses to speak to her: Govt to HC
Celina Jaitly's brother Major (Retd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been detained in UAE since 2024, refuses to interact with her, the MEA told Delhi High Court. This was in response to Celina's plea to establish communication with Vikrant after she alleged her sister-in-law Charul "stonewalled" her from him. The court urged Celina to "work in tandem" with Charul.
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05:26 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Celina Jaitly's brother Major (Retd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been detained in UAE since 2024, refuses to interact with her, the MEA told Delhi High Court. This was in response to Celina's plea to establish communication with Vikrant after she alleged her sister-in-law Charul "stonewalled" her from him. The court urged Celina to "work in tandem" with Charul.
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05:26 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Oman's 43-yr-old batter Nadeem becomes oldest to hit 50+ score in T20 WC history
Oman all-rounder Mohammad Nadeem slammed an unbeaten 53 off 56 in the team's T20 World Cup 2026 match against Sri Lanka on Thursday. The 43-year-old has become the oldest batter to record a 50-plus score in T20 World Cup history, surpassing Sri Lanka's Sanath Jayasuriya, who had achieved the feat against West Indies in 2009 at the age of 39.
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05:21 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Oman all-rounder Mohammad Nadeem slammed an unbeaten 53 off 56 in the team's T20 World Cup 2026 match against Sri Lanka on Thursday. The 43-year-old has become the oldest batter to record a 50-plus score in T20 World Cup history, surpassing Sri Lanka's Sanath Jayasuriya, who had achieved the feat against West Indies in 2009 at the age of 39.
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05:21 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Who are the frontrunners to be Bangladesh’s next PM?
Among the frontrunners to be next Bangladesh PM is BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, son of ex-President Ziaur Rahman and ex-PM Khaleda Zia. Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh chief Shafiqur Rahman is another contender, who said he's open to working with India for modern Bangladesh. Gen Z face Nahid Islam who was involved in 2024 protests is also in race to be the PM.
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05:18 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Among the frontrunners to be next Bangladesh PM is BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, son of ex-President Ziaur Rahman and ex-PM Khaleda Zia. Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh chief Shafiqur Rahman is another contender, who said he's open to working with India for modern Bangladesh. Gen Z face Nahid Islam who was involved in 2024 protests is also in race to be the PM.
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Italy record their 1st ever win in T20 World Cup history, thrash Nepal by 10 wickets
Italy on Thursday recorded their first-ever victory in T20 World Cup history, defeating Nepal by 10 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Playing their second T20 World Cup match, Italy dismissed Nepal for 123 runs and chased down the target in 12.4 overs. Italy openers Anthony Mosca and Justin Mosca, who are brothers, slammed unbeaten fifties.
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05:41 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Italy on Thursday recorded their first-ever victory in T20 World Cup history, defeating Nepal by 10 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Playing their second T20 World Cup match, Italy dismissed Nepal for 123 runs and chased down the target in 12.4 overs. Italy openers Anthony Mosca and Justin Mosca, who are brothers, slammed unbeaten fifties.
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Which 5 items saw highest inflation in India in January 2026?
Silver jewellery recorded the highest inflation at 159.67% in January 2026, according to data released as part of the new CPI series with base year 2024. Tomato followed at 64.80%, while coconut copra rose 47.18%. Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery saw 46.77% inflation and coconut oil increased 40.44%. These five items recorded the sharpest price rise at the all-India level.
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05:38 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Silver jewellery recorded the highest inflation at 159.67% in January 2026, according to data released as part of the new CPI series with base year 2024. Tomato followed at 64.80%, while coconut copra rose 47.18%. Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery saw 46.77% inflation and coconut oil increased 40.44%. These five items recorded the sharpest price rise at the all-India level.
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Marriage rubbed people wrong way, wanted it to implode: Priyanka
Actress Priyanka Chopra revealed that her marriage to American singer Nick Jonas rubbed people the wrong way, adding that they wanted the marriage to implode. "I think there was an intercultural nature of it – different countries, different religions, [and] age gap. It was very hurtful," Priyanka added. Notably, the couple got married in December 2018 and has a daughter.
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05:32 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Actress Priyanka Chopra revealed that her marriage to American singer Nick Jonas rubbed people the wrong way, adding that they wanted the marriage to implode. "I think there was an intercultural nature of it – different countries, different religions, [and] age gap. It was very hurtful," Priyanka added. Notably, the couple got married in December 2018 and has a daughter.
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HUL to acquire remaining 49% stake in Zywie for ₹824 crore
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) said it will acquire the remaining 49% stake in Zywie Ventures Private Limited, which sells OZiva, for ₹824 crore to ramp up its 'health & wellbeing' business. It is also selling its 19.8% minority stake in Wellbeing brand maker Nutritionalab to USV Private Limited for ₹307 crore. Both transactions are expected to close by March 2026.
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05:45 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) said it will acquire the remaining 49% stake in Zywie Ventures Private Limited, which sells OZiva, for ₹824 crore to ramp up its 'health & wellbeing' business. It is also selling its 19.8% minority stake in Wellbeing brand maker Nutritionalab to USV Private Limited for ₹307 crore. Both transactions are expected to close by March 2026.
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Rajpal Yadav's brother denies receiving any financial help from Bollywood actors
Rajpal Yadav’s elder brother, Shripal Yadav, said that the actor's family has not received any financial assistance despite social media claims, reported Moneycontrol. "If people have helped, please tell...where the money was given," he said. Reports had suggested that actors like Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn have extended support to Rajpal after the latter surrendered in a cheque-bounce case.
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06:13 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Rajpal Yadav’s elder brother, Shripal Yadav, said that the actor's family has not received any financial assistance despite social media claims, reported Moneycontrol. "If people have helped, please tell...where the money was given," he said. Reports had suggested that actors like Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn have extended support to Rajpal after the latter surrendered in a cheque-bounce case.
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Brazil Prez Lula da Silva, French Prez Macron to attend AI Summit in Delhi
Brazil’s President Lula Da Silva and French President Emmanuel Macron will visit New Delhi to participate in the AI Summit which will be held from February 16-20 at Bharat Mandapam. President Silva will hold bilateral talks with PM Narendra Modi and a Business Forum will be organised during the visit to enhance trade and commercial engagement between India and Brazil.
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06:09 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Brazil’s President Lula Da Silva and French President Emmanuel Macron will visit New Delhi to participate in the AI Summit which will be held from February 16-20 at Bharat Mandapam. President Silva will hold bilateral talks with PM Narendra Modi and a Business Forum will be organised during the visit to enhance trade and commercial engagement between India and Brazil.
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PSL auction's most expensive buy ₹24.2 crore cheaper than IPL's costliest buy
Pakistani fast bowler Naseem Shah on Wednesday became the most expensive buy in the first-ever Pakistan Super League (PSL) auction. He was sold for PKR 86.5 million (around ₹2.8 crore) to Rawalpindi team. With this, PSL auction's most expensive buy is ₹24.2 crore cheaper than IPL's most expensive buy (Rishabh Pant at ₹27 crore).
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06:09 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Pakistani fast bowler Naseem Shah on Wednesday became the most expensive buy in the first-ever Pakistan Super League (PSL) auction. He was sold for PKR 86.5 million (around ₹2.8 crore) to Rawalpindi team. With this, PSL auction's most expensive buy is ₹24.2 crore cheaper than IPL's most expensive buy (Rishabh Pant at ₹27 crore).
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Is Maha Shivratri on February 15 or 16?
In 2026, the Maha Shivratri date has triggered confusion, with many wondering whether it should be celebrated on February 15 or 16. According to Drik Panchang, this year, Maha Shivratri will be celebrated on Sunday, February 15. In Hindu tradition, it is believed that Shivratri is celebrated on the day when Chaturdashi Tithi falls during Madhyaratri (Nishita Kaal), reported NDTV.
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06:07 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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In 2026, the Maha Shivratri date has triggered confusion, with many wondering whether it should be celebrated on February 15 or 16. According to Drik Panchang, this year, Maha Shivratri will be celebrated on Sunday, February 15. In Hindu tradition, it is believed that Shivratri is celebrated on the day when Chaturdashi Tithi falls during Madhyaratri (Nishita Kaal), reported NDTV.
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2 brothers share 100-run partnership in T20 World Cup for 1st time in history
Italy openers Anthony Mosca and Justin Mosca, who are brothers, shared an unbeaten partnership of 124 runs against Nepal in their T20 World Cup 2026 match. It is the first-ever century stand between siblings in T20 World Cup history. Anthony scored 62*(32) and Justin scored 60*(44) as Italy recorded their first-ever in T20 World Cup win.
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06:29 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Italy openers Anthony Mosca and Justin Mosca, who are brothers, shared an unbeaten partnership of 124 runs against Nepal in their T20 World Cup 2026 match. It is the first-ever century stand between siblings in T20 World Cup history. Anthony scored 62*(32) and Justin scored 60*(44) as Italy recorded their first-ever in T20 World Cup win.
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Was in touch with Prabhakaran, does that make me terrorist: Puri on Epstein row
Amid a row over his name being mentioned in files linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Union Minister Hardeep Puri said he was in touch with LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, adding, "Does that make him a terrorist?" Puri stated that he had a dislike for Epstein. "First time I met him, I was part of a delegation," he further said.
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06:28 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Amid a row over his name being mentioned in files linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Union Minister Hardeep Puri said he was in touch with LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, adding, "Does that make him a terrorist?" Puri stated that he had a dislike for Epstein. "First time I met him, I was part of a delegation," he further said.
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Muslim Law Board terms govt's order on Vande Mataram 'unconstitutional', demands withdrawal
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) termed Centre's mandate of singing of all six stanzas of 'Vande Mataram' in schools and official functions "unconstitutional" and said it'll move court if the government doesn't withdraw the order. "Song contains references to...worship and veneration of Durga and other deities, which directly contradicts beliefs of Muslims," it said.
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06:19 pm Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) termed Centre's mandate of singing of all six stanzas of 'Vande Mataram' in schools and official functions "unconstitutional" and said it'll move court if the government doesn't withdraw the order. "Song contains references to...worship and veneration of Durga and other deities, which directly contradicts beliefs of Muslims," it said.
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