Dollar holds gains as markets await Fed, US GDP
The dollar held firm on Tuesday as investors awaited signals later this week on the timing of potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The yen pared earlier losses after weak Japanese data fuelled stimulus expectations, while the Australian dollar edged lower following the Reserve Bank of Australia's February meeting minutes.
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The dollar held firm on Tuesday as investors awaited signals later this week on the timing of potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The yen pared earlier losses after weak Japanese data fuelled stimulus expectations, while the Australian dollar edged lower following the Reserve Bank of Australia's February meeting minutes.
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Pakistan to drop Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi for do-or-die match vs Namibia: Reports
Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are set to be dropped from Pakistan playing XI for their do-or-die match against Namibia in T20 World Cup, reports said. Pakistan team management is reportedly unhappy with their performance and wants to give opportunities to the bench strength. Babar scored 5(7) while Shaheen recorded an economy of 15.5 against India on Sunday.
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09:33 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are set to be dropped from Pakistan playing XI for their do-or-die match against Namibia in T20 World Cup, reports said. Pakistan team management is reportedly unhappy with their performance and wants to give opportunities to the bench strength. Babar scored 5(7) while Shaheen recorded an economy of 15.5 against India on Sunday.
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See you in Mumbai & Delhi, my dear friend: PM Modi as French Prez Macron arrives in India
In an X post, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on his fourth visit to India. "India looks forward to...advancing our bilateral ties to new heights...See you in Mumbai and later in Delhi, my dear friend," wrote PM. During Macron's three-day visit, India and France are expected to finalise a Dassault Rafale fighter jet deal.
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10:14 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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In an X post, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on his fourth visit to India. "India looks forward to...advancing our bilateral ties to new heights...See you in Mumbai and later in Delhi, my dear friend," wrote PM. During Macron's three-day visit, India and France are expected to finalise a Dassault Rafale fighter jet deal.
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Yunus mentions India's 7 sisters with Nepal & Bhutan in exit speech after B'desh polls
Bangladesh's outgoing Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus mentioned India's seven sisters, along with Nepal and Bhutan, in his last speech. "Our open seas are not just borders—they are gateways to the global economy. With Nepal, Bhutan, and the Seven Sisters, this region has immense economic potential," he said. Yunus also claimed that Bangladesh has deepened its ties with China.
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10:12 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Bangladesh's outgoing Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus mentioned India's seven sisters, along with Nepal and Bhutan, in his last speech. "Our open seas are not just borders—they are gateways to the global economy. With Nepal, Bhutan, and the Seven Sisters, this region has immense economic potential," he said. Yunus also claimed that Bangladesh has deepened its ties with China.
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Get up to 100% off, easy EMIs & freebies: Sleepwell Mattress Maha Utsav
Sleepwell has recently launched the 'Mattress Maha Utsav', offering customers a limited-time opportunity to save big on its mattresses. Customers can buy any Sleepwell mattress and get a chance to win discounts of up to 100%*. In addition, the offer includes two free pillows and no-cost 6-month EMI benefits.
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10:11 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Sleepwell has recently launched the 'Mattress Maha Utsav', offering customers a limited-time opportunity to save big on its mattresses. Customers can buy any Sleepwell mattress and get a chance to win discounts of up to 100%*. In addition, the offer includes two free pillows and no-cost 6-month EMI benefits.
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Sarvam unveils Made-in-India 'Sarvam Kaze' AI glasses
Sarvam unveiled its Made-in-India 'Sarvam Kaze' AI glasses at the India AI Impact Summit on Monday. "We are in the race," the AI startup's Co-founder Pratyush Kumar said while showcasing the wearable. The startup also plans to launch a chat model later this week and is exploring products in the wearable ring category, CNBC-TV18 reported.
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10:09 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Sarvam unveiled its Made-in-India 'Sarvam Kaze' AI glasses at the India AI Impact Summit on Monday. "We are in the race," the AI startup's Co-founder Pratyush Kumar said while showcasing the wearable. The startup also plans to launch a chat model later this week and is exploring products in the wearable ring category, CNBC-TV18 reported.
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10:09 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Stories that touch everyday lives: Hum Karke Dikhate Hain by Adani Group
Adani Group invites you to experience its spirit with inspiring stories that showcase the transformative impact it has on millions of lives across India. From clean energy lighting up homes to seamless journeys connecting dreams to destinations, these films reflect our unwavering commitment to nation-building, the Group added.
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10:00 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Adani Group invites you to experience its spirit with inspiring stories that showcase the transformative impact it has on millions of lives across India. From clean energy lighting up homes to seamless journeys connecting dreams to destinations, these films reflect our unwavering commitment to nation-building, the Group added.
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Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte lands in Mumbai in bold red blazer
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte landed in Mumbai for a three-day visit to India, greeted by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis. Macron looked sharp in a navy suit, while Brigitte turned heads in a striking red blazer, classic white shirt, black trousers, and sleek boots, exuding effortless Parisian style on arrival.
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French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte landed in Mumbai for a three-day visit to India, greeted by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis. Macron looked sharp in a navy suit, while Brigitte turned heads in a striking red blazer, classic white shirt, black trousers, and sleek boots, exuding effortless Parisian style on arrival.
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Kejriwal to appear before Assembly panel in 'Phansi Ghar' row on March 6
The Delhi Assembly's Privileges Committee has directed former CM Arvind Kejriwal, his then deputy Manish Sisodia, and others to appear before it on March 6 over the 'Phansi Ghar' issue. The issue centres on an alleged British-era gallows chamber in the Assembly premises, which the Kejriwal government renovated and inaugurated in August 2022. BJP called it a "fake" historical monument.
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10:44 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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The Delhi Assembly's Privileges Committee has directed former CM Arvind Kejriwal, his then deputy Manish Sisodia, and others to appear before it on March 6 over the 'Phansi Ghar' issue. The issue centres on an alleged British-era gallows chamber in the Assembly premises, which the Kejriwal government renovated and inaugurated in August 2022. BJP called it a "fake" historical monument.
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Billionaire Thomas Pritzker steps down as Hyatt Hotels Executive Chairman over Epstein link
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker has announced he is retiring as the Executive Chairman of Hyatt Hotels. In a letter to the board, he wrote, "I exercised terrible judgment in maintaining contact with [convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein and his aide Ghislaine Maxwell], and there is no excuse for failing to distance myself sooner." Pritzker was named in the latest Epstein files.
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10:39 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Billionaire Thomas Pritzker has announced he is retiring as the Executive Chairman of Hyatt Hotels. In a letter to the board, he wrote, "I exercised terrible judgment in maintaining contact with [convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein and his aide Ghislaine Maxwell], and there is no excuse for failing to distance myself sooner." Pritzker was named in the latest Epstein files.
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What is the 1:5:1 rule that helps reduce belly fat?
The 1:5:1 rule, that helps reduce belly fat, states that for every 1 gram of sugar, your food should contain at least 5 grams of fibre and 1 gram of protein. "This combination prevents blood sugar spikes, keeps you satiated for longer, and reduces cravings, which are crucial for losing belly fat," a clinical dietitian told Indian Express.
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10:34 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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The 1:5:1 rule, that helps reduce belly fat, states that for every 1 gram of sugar, your food should contain at least 5 grams of fibre and 1 gram of protein. "This combination prevents blood sugar spikes, keeps you satiated for longer, and reduces cravings, which are crucial for losing belly fat," a clinical dietitian told Indian Express.
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Rahul doesn't deserve the chair: Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur
Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu has criticised Rahul Gandhi's leadership, alleging that party leaders in Punjab are damaging the Congress there. Navjot Kaur said she had sought time for eight months to raise the issues, adding that a leader unaware of ground realities doesn't deserve the chair. Meanwhile, she praised PM Narendra Modi saying he is very spiritual.
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10:31 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Expelled Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu has criticised Rahul Gandhi's leadership, alleging that party leaders in Punjab are damaging the Congress there. Navjot Kaur said she had sought time for eight months to raise the issues, adding that a leader unaware of ground realities doesn't deserve the chair. Meanwhile, she praised PM Narendra Modi saying he is very spiritual.
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17-yr-old teen drove SUV in speed to make reel: Mother of 23-yr-old killed in Delhi crash
The mother of Sahil Dhaneshra, a 23-year-old who died in a car accident in Delhi, said the teen driving the SUV was overspeeding to make a "fun reel". "There are already many challans against him, yet his father did not stop him from driving," she said. The teen was found to be driving without a licence, police said.
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10:30 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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The mother of Sahil Dhaneshra, a 23-year-old who died in a car accident in Delhi, said the teen driving the SUV was overspeeding to make a "fun reel". "There are already many challans against him, yet his father did not stop him from driving," she said. The teen was found to be driving without a licence, police said.
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Nicki Minaj posts AI pics with Trump in matching pink outfits on President's Day
Rapper Nicki Minaj shared AI-generated pictures with Donald Trump on President's Day in US. In the pictures, Trump and Minaj were seen wearing matching pink outfits while sitting in a car, counting stacks of cash. Several X users called her post "cringe", with one writing, "The Founding Fathers did not write the Constitution for this timeline."
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10:58 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Rapper Nicki Minaj shared AI-generated pictures with Donald Trump on President's Day in US. In the pictures, Trump and Minaj were seen wearing matching pink outfits while sitting in a car, counting stacks of cash. Several X users called her post "cringe", with one writing, "The Founding Fathers did not write the Constitution for this timeline."
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Great engineers more important than ever: Anthropic as AI writes 100% of its code
Boris Cherny, Head of Claude Code at Anthropic, responded after an X user questioned why the startup is hiring developers if Claude is writing 100% of its code. "Someone has to prompt the Claudes, talk to customers, coordinate with other teams [and] decide what to build next. Engineering is changing, and great engineers are more important than ever," Cherny said.
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10:46 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Boris Cherny, Head of Claude Code at Anthropic, responded after an X user questioned why the startup is hiring developers if Claude is writing 100% of its code. "Someone has to prompt the Claudes, talk to customers, coordinate with other teams [and] decide what to build next. Engineering is changing, and great engineers are more important than ever," Cherny said.
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Which are the world's top 10 religiously diverse countries?
Singapore is the world's most religiously diverse country, with 31% Buddhists, 20% religiously unaffiliated people, 19% Christians, 16% Muslims, 9% people from other religions and 5% Hindus, according to a Pew Research Center study. Singapore is followed by Suriname, Taiwan, South Korea, Mauritius, Guinea-Bissau, Togo, Benin, Australia and France. India ranks 78 on the list, ahead of China at 126.
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Singapore is the world's most religiously diverse country, with 31% Buddhists, 20% religiously unaffiliated people, 19% Christians, 16% Muslims, 9% people from other religions and 5% Hindus, according to a Pew Research Center study. Singapore is followed by Suriname, Taiwan, South Korea, Mauritius, Guinea-Bissau, Togo, Benin, Australia and France. India ranks 78 on the list, ahead of China at 126.
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Why this tiny new dragonfly in Kerala is making a huge buzz?
A team of Indian researchers from the Indian Foundation of Butterflies has unveiled Lyriothemis keralensis, a dragonfly native to Kerala. It was found after five years of monitoring in local gardens. Distinguished by its hammer-like anatomy and streamlined body, it emerges only during the monsoon. It's a powerful reminder to protect local ecosystems near our homes.
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A team of Indian researchers from the Indian Foundation of Butterflies has unveiled Lyriothemis keralensis, a dragonfly native to Kerala. It was found after five years of monitoring in local gardens. Distinguished by its hammer-like anatomy and streamlined body, it emerges only during the monsoon. It's a powerful reminder to protect local ecosystems near our homes.
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Bengaluru couple forgets child in cab, cops rescue within hour
A young child was safely recovered by Bengaluru police after being inadvertently left in a cab by their parents on February 14. The couple contacted the emergency hotline, prompting a swift police response. Within an hour, the child was returned home, and the couple received counselling on child safety during outings to prevent future incidents.
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A young child was safely recovered by Bengaluru police after being inadvertently left in a cab by their parents on February 14. The couple contacted the emergency hotline, prompting a swift police response. Within an hour, the child was returned home, and the couple received counselling on child safety during outings to prevent future incidents.
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Publishers condemn AI summaries, ask ‘How’ll we fund journalism?’
News publishers at AI summit warned that tech companies are undermining the economics of news publishing. "AI summaries...have led to as many as 60% of searches no longer going to websites. How are we funding journalism?" said Robert Whitehead, Digital Platform Initiatives Lead at International News Media Association. Publishers called for fair attribution and revenue sharing to fund reporting.
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11:03 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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News publishers at AI summit warned that tech companies are undermining the economics of news publishing. "AI summaries...have led to as many as 60% of searches no longer going to websites. How are we funding journalism?" said Robert Whitehead, Digital Platform Initiatives Lead at International News Media Association. Publishers called for fair attribution and revenue sharing to fund reporting.
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Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan's medical report released, has 6/24 partial vision in right eye
Jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's medical report has been released. The report showed that he has 6/24 partial vision in right eye and 6/9 vision in left eye. He has moderately dense retinal haemorrhages in all four quadrants of right eye, as per the report. This comes after Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered an urgent medical evaluation of Khan.
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11:01 am Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
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Jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's medical report has been released. The report showed that he has 6/24 partial vision in right eye and 6/9 vision in left eye. He has moderately dense retinal haemorrhages in all four quadrants of right eye, as per the report. This comes after Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered an urgent medical evaluation of Khan.
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