Father of techie who drowned in water-filled pit in Noida leaves India for UK
The father of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car fell into a water-filled pit in Noida, has left India for the UK's London with his daughter, multiple reports stated. Yuvraj was only 500 metres away from his home and stood on top of his sinking car for two hours calling for help, according to reports.
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The father of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car fell into a water-filled pit in Noida, has left India for the UK's London with his daughter, multiple reports stated. Yuvraj was only 500 metres away from his home and stood on top of his sinking car for two hours calling for help, according to reports.
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When is jogging part of official program?: Diplomat on question about French Prez's jog
Amid French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India, a journalist asked if his morning jog in Mumbai on Tuesday triggered a security alert, as it wasn't a part of the official program. On this, Sanjeev Singla, Ambassador of India to France, seemingly smiled and said, "I'd like to know when jogging is part of an official program ever?"
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04:07 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Amid French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India, a journalist asked if his morning jog in Mumbai on Tuesday triggered a security alert, as it wasn't a part of the official program. On this, Sanjeev Singla, Ambassador of India to France, seemingly smiled and said, "I'd like to know when jogging is part of an official program ever?"
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Burl's 2021 tweet asking for a shoe sponsor resurfaces after Zim reach Super 8s
Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl's 2021 tweet asking for a sponsor for his shoes has resurfaced after Zimbabwe qualified for the Super Eights stage of the T20 World Cup 2026. "Any chance we can get a sponsor so we don't have to glue our shoes back after every series," Burl wrote. Zimbabwe, which will next face Sri Lanka, had beaten Australia.
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04:01 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl's 2021 tweet asking for a sponsor for his shoes has resurfaced after Zimbabwe qualified for the Super Eights stage of the T20 World Cup 2026. "Any chance we can get a sponsor so we don't have to glue our shoes back after every series," Burl wrote. Zimbabwe, which will next face Sri Lanka, had beaten Australia.
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Company gifts cars worth ₹20 crore to employees on 30th anniversary in Kerala
A Kerala-based company gifted 47 cars worth ₹20 crore to its employees on its 30th anniversary, with pictures surfacing online. The HiLITE Group said that the distribution reflects its effort to recognise employees across different roles. The cars gifted to the employees included a mix of luxury and popular models.
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04:01 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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A Kerala-based company gifted 47 cars worth ₹20 crore to its employees on its 30th anniversary, with pictures surfacing online. The HiLITE Group said that the distribution reflects its effort to recognise employees across different roles. The cars gifted to the employees included a mix of luxury and popular models.
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What is wall-to-wall road carpeting, model for constructing 241 roads in Delhi?
The wall-to-wall road carpeting technique, which will be used for developing 241 key arterial roads across Delhi, involves rebuilding the entire width of a road, from one footpath to the other, unlike temporary pothole repairs. Under this method, a uniform asphalt surface is laid after strengthening the base layer. This improves durability and prevents frequent damage.
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04:16 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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The wall-to-wall road carpeting technique, which will be used for developing 241 key arterial roads across Delhi, involves rebuilding the entire width of a road, from one footpath to the other, unlike temporary pothole repairs. Under this method, a uniform asphalt surface is laid after strengthening the base layer. This improves durability and prevents frequent damage.
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SBI Funds Management likely to file papers for ₹13,600-cr IPO in March: Report
SBI Funds Management Ltd (SBIFML) may file draft papers for an IPO next month, in what could be the biggest listing by an asset management company in India, Bloomberg reported. SBIFML plans to submit its DRHP in the first half of March to raise around ₹13,600 crore, it added. SBI Funds is reportedly targeting a valuation of about $15 billion.
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04:42 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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SBI Funds Management Ltd (SBIFML) may file draft papers for an IPO next month, in what could be the biggest listing by an asset management company in India, Bloomberg reported. SBIFML plans to submit its DRHP in the first half of March to raise around ₹13,600 crore, it added. SBI Funds is reportedly targeting a valuation of about $15 billion.
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What makes Indians proud of India?
A survey by Pew Research Centre has listed things that make Indians proud of India. It stated that Indians emphasised their pride in the Indian people (10%). The other spheres which made Indians proud of India include political system (8%), economy (8%), art and culture (8%), Indian heritage (7%), lifestyle (6%), diversity and multiculturalism (5%), and freedom (3%) among others.
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04:39 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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A survey by Pew Research Centre has listed things that make Indians proud of India. It stated that Indians emphasised their pride in the Indian people (10%). The other spheres which made Indians proud of India include political system (8%), economy (8%), art and culture (8%), Indian heritage (7%), lifestyle (6%), diversity and multiculturalism (5%), and freedom (3%) among others.
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ECB chief to retire early to let Macron choose her replacement before his term ends: Report
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde is intending to retire before her term ends in October 2027, reported Financial Times. Lagarde, who joined ECB in 2019 from IMF, wants French President Emmanuel Macron to elect her replacement before the end of his term, it added. Bank of France Governor also retired early so that Macron can choose his replacement.
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04:36 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde is intending to retire before her term ends in October 2027, reported Financial Times. Lagarde, who joined ECB in 2019 from IMF, wants French President Emmanuel Macron to elect her replacement before the end of his term, it added. Bank of France Governor also retired early so that Macron can choose his replacement.
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Galgotias University prof tells off reporters amid row over showing Chinese robodog as theirs
Amid a controversy over Galgotias University passing a Chinese robotic dog as its own, professor Neha Singh said she was "misinterpreted" when a reporter noted the university "misled" people. When Singh said they didn't claim they "manufactured" the robot, another reporter pointed out that she had said they "developed" it. "Development doesn't mean designing or manufacturing," Singh replied.
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04:36 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Amid a controversy over Galgotias University passing a Chinese robotic dog as its own, professor Neha Singh said she was "misinterpreted" when a reporter noted the university "misled" people. When Singh said they didn't claim they "manufactured" the robot, another reporter pointed out that she had said they "developed" it. "Development doesn't mean designing or manufacturing," Singh replied.
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2,831 Indians removed from Canada in 1st 10 months of 2025
As per data published by the Canadian Border Services Agency, 2,831 Indian were removed by the country in the first 10 months of 2025. Apart from Indians, Canada removed 3,972 Mexicans, 2,012 Haitians, 737 Colombians and 672 Romanians. A large number of people who were removed from Canada had criminal cases against them.
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04:36 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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As per data published by the Canadian Border Services Agency, 2,831 Indian were removed by the country in the first 10 months of 2025. Apart from Indians, Canada removed 3,972 Mexicans, 2,012 Haitians, 737 Colombians and 672 Romanians. A large number of people who were removed from Canada had criminal cases against them.
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Galgotias University shows drone model made of thermocol & wrapped with plastic at AI Summit
Galgotias University, which was asked to leave the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi on Wednesday for showing a Chinese robodog as its own, also showcased a drone model made out of thermocol, reports said. A video which is going viral on social media shows that the drone model is wrapped in plastic and held together with rubber strings.
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04:58 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Galgotias University, which was asked to leave the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi on Wednesday for showing a Chinese robodog as its own, also showcased a drone model made out of thermocol, reports said. A video which is going viral on social media shows that the drone model is wrapped in plastic and held together with rubber strings.
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US reveals new details of China's secret nuclear test, says 'Seismic activity was not earthquake'
US Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Yeaw has released new details of an underground nuclear test blast conducted by China in June 2020 after the Galwan clash. A remote seismic station in Kazakhstan measured an "explosion" of magnitude 2.75, Yeaw said, adding, "There is very little possibility...it's anything but an explosion...The data is also entirely not consistent with an earthquake."
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04:55 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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US Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Yeaw has released new details of an underground nuclear test blast conducted by China in June 2020 after the Galwan clash. A remote seismic station in Kazakhstan measured an "explosion" of magnitude 2.75, Yeaw said, adding, "There is very little possibility...it's anything but an explosion...The data is also entirely not consistent with an earthquake."
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What is 'W' sitting and how does it affect a baby's growing body?
'W' sitting, also known as frog sitting, is a position wherein toddlers and babies bend their knees and keep their feet flared out behind. Physical therapist Kathleen Finnan warned that this puts a "lot of force on soft, flexible bones and joints" of a baby. It could lead to weak core muscles, joint pain and arthritis, etc, she added.
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04:50 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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'W' sitting, also known as frog sitting, is a position wherein toddlers and babies bend their knees and keep their feet flared out behind. Physical therapist Kathleen Finnan warned that this puts a "lot of force on soft, flexible bones and joints" of a baby. It could lead to weak core muscles, joint pain and arthritis, etc, she added.
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Mamata used Z+ security to halt raid on I-PAC's Kolkata office: ED to SC
The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court it was "terrorised, not weaponised" during its raid on the I-PAC office in West Bengal's Kolkata. The ED alleged that CM Mamata Banerjee used her Z+ security to halt the operation. It said Banerjee entered the premises and removed documents, affecting its probe into alleged money-laundering linked to a coal smuggling case.
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04:48 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court it was "terrorised, not weaponised" during its raid on the I-PAC office in West Bengal's Kolkata. The ED alleged that CM Mamata Banerjee used her Z+ security to halt the operation. It said Banerjee entered the premises and removed documents, affecting its probe into alleged money-laundering linked to a coal smuggling case.
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Meningococcal Meningitis: A fast-moving Brain Fever parents should know
Meningococcal Meningitis is a Brain Fever¹ that affects the outer lining of brain and spine. It moves rapidly and can claim a life in 24 hours³. Globally, it affects one life every 2 minutes⁴. Though difficult to treat, it's easy to prevent with MCV vaccination, recommended by Indian Academy of Pediatrics for children 9 months² and above, Dr. Reddy's informed.
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Meningococcal Meningitis is a Brain Fever¹ that affects the outer lining of brain and spine. It moves rapidly and can claim a life in 24 hours³. Globally, it affects one life every 2 minutes⁴. Though difficult to treat, it's easy to prevent with MCV vaccination, recommended by Indian Academy of Pediatrics for children 9 months² and above, Dr. Reddy's informed.
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Saddened to hear about Imran bhai, he should be treated with dignity: Azharuddin
Telangana minister and former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin expressed concern over ex-Pakistan PM and captain Imran Khan's reported health issues in jail, including partial vision loss. "Deeply saddened to hear about Imran bhai. Cricket has given us many shared moments...I sincerely appeal that he be treated with dignity," he said. Azharuddin added, "Praying for his good health."
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05:07 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Telangana minister and former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin expressed concern over ex-Pakistan PM and captain Imran Khan's reported health issues in jail, including partial vision loss. "Deeply saddened to hear about Imran bhai. Cricket has given us many shared moments...I sincerely appeal that he be treated with dignity," he said. Azharuddin added, "Praying for his good health."
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French Prez Macron arrives in Delhi to attend AI Impact Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron arrived in Delhi to attend the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam. Macron had landed in Mumbai late Monday night and is on a three-day official visit to India. Both the countries are expected to discuss a potential multibillion-dollar deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation.
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05:06 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron arrived in Delhi to attend the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam. Macron had landed in Mumbai late Monday night and is on a three-day official visit to India. Both the countries are expected to discuss a potential multibillion-dollar deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation.
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Brazil's President Lula da Silva arrives in India for state visit
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva landed in Delhi on Wednesday for a state visit to India from February 18 to 22. Lula, who will attend the ongoing 'India AI Impact Summit' at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, will also have a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He was received by Union MoS for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita.
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05:06 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva landed in Delhi on Wednesday for a state visit to India from February 18 to 22. Lula, who will attend the ongoing 'India AI Impact Summit' at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, will also have a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He was received by Union MoS for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita.
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Difficult but serious: Russia on peace talks with US, Ukraine
After peace talks between Russia, US, and Ukraine concluded in Geneva, Russian delegation head Vladimir Medinsky said, "The talks were difficult but serious." Medinsky added that Russia is seeking control over the entire Donbas, including areas not currently under its forces. However, Ukraine said that security and humanitarian issues would be on the agenda. The Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022.
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After peace talks between Russia, US, and Ukraine concluded in Geneva, Russian delegation head Vladimir Medinsky said, "The talks were difficult but serious." Medinsky added that Russia is seeking control over the entire Donbas, including areas not currently under its forces. However, Ukraine said that security and humanitarian issues would be on the agenda. The Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022.
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What is 65-10-10-15 method for investment?
Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta shared a 65-10-10-15 method for building an investment portfolio, which she called a "boring thali". It involves investing 65% in equity (large-cap, mid-cap and a small part for thematic funds), 10% each in gold and silver, 15% in fixed income. The focus is on spreading the investment into different assets, ET reported.
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05:18 pm Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
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Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta shared a 65-10-10-15 method for building an investment portfolio, which she called a "boring thali". It involves investing 65% in equity (large-cap, mid-cap and a small part for thematic funds), 10% each in gold and silver, 15% in fixed income. The focus is on spreading the investment into different assets, ET reported.
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