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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

Nearly 150,000 Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran in the first weeks of 2026, according to UNHCR data. These returns add to 5.4 million since October 2023, worsening the Afghan repatriation crisis

Saturday, February 14, 2026

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

India’s aviation regulator imposed a hefty penalty on Air India after the airline operated an Airbus A320 without a valid airworthiness certificate, raising fresh concerns over compliance in South Asia’s busy skies.

Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

India’s Reliance Industries has secured a US license for Venezuelan oil imports, allowing direct purchases amid eased sanctions following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The move, reported on 13 February 2026, enables the firm to replace Russian supplies

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Pakistan US Mining Partnership Forges New Economic Ties

Pakistan and the United States have agreed to enhance cooperation in the mining, minerals, and energy sectors following a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met US Assistant Secretary of State for South

Friday, February 13, 2026

India Rafale Deal Boosts IAF with 114 Jets in $40B Upgrade

India has cleared the initial proposal for the India Rafale deal, approving the purchase of 114 Rafale jets from Dassault Aviation. The Defence Acquisition

Manipur Violence Escalates: 260 Dead in Ethnic Clashes

Fresh clashes in India’s Manipur state highlight ongoing ethnic strife, with 260 killed and 60,000 displaced since May 2023. Authorities imposed curfews and internet

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Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat-e-Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman confirms party will respect poll outcome and act as principled opposition after securing 77 parliamentary seats in BNP-led victory. Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has accepted the results

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

Nearly 150,000 Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran in the first weeks of 2026, according to UNHCR data. These returns add to 5.4 million since October 2023, worsening the Afghan repatriation crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

India’s aviation regulator imposed a hefty penalty on Air India after the airline operated an Airbus A320 without a valid airworthiness certificate, raising fresh concerns over compliance in South Asia’s busy skies.

Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Business

India’s Reliance Industries has secured a US license for Venezuelan oil imports, allowing direct purchases amid eased sanctions following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The move, reported on 13 February

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: 5x Airfare Surge Hits Fans

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Sports

Thousands of cricket enthusiasts are descending on Colombo for the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash on Sunday. High demand has driven soaring airfares T20 match and hotel prices Colombo cricket.

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Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat-e-Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman confirms party will

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

Nearly 150,000 Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran in the

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

India’s aviation regulator imposed a hefty penalty on Air India

Current Affairs

Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat-e-Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman confirms party will respect poll outcome and act as principled opposition after securing 77 parliamentary seats in BNP-led victory. Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has accepted the results

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

Nearly 150,000 Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran in the first weeks of 2026, according to UNHCR data. These returns add to 5.4 million since October 2023, worsening the Afghan repatriation crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Current Affairs

India’s aviation regulator imposed a hefty penalty on Air India after the airline operated an Airbus A320 without a valid airworthiness certificate, raising fresh concerns over compliance in South Asia’s busy skies.

Manipur Violence Escalates: 260 Dead in Ethnic Clashes

Friday, February 13, 2026

Current Affairs

Fresh clashes in India’s Manipur state highlight ongoing ethnic strife, with 260 killed and 60,000 displaced since May 2023. Authorities imposed curfews and internet bans after recent assaults in Ukhrul district. Manipur

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Business

Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Business

India’s Reliance Industries has secured a US license for Venezuelan oil imports, allowing direct purchases amid eased sanctions following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The move, reported on 13 February

Pakistan US Mining Partnership Forges New Economic Ties

Friday, February 13, 2026

Business

Pakistan and the United States have agreed to enhance cooperation in the mining, minerals, and energy sectors following a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

India Rafale Deal Boosts IAF with 114 Jets in $40B Upgrade

Friday, February 13, 2026

Business

India has cleared the initial proposal for the India Rafale deal, approving the purchase of 114 Rafale jets from Dassault Aviation. The Defence Acquisition Council granted Acceptance of Necessity on Thursday, 12

Saudi Delegation Explores Significant Saudi Investments in Pakistan

Saudi Investments in Pakistan: Saudi Delegation Explores

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Saudi Investment in Pakistan: On February 12, 2026, a delegation from Kyan, Saudi Arabia, visited Pakistan to explore potential investments, marking a significant step in strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

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Maldives Hidden Gems: 5 Spots Emerge in 2026

Discover Maldives hidden gems as tourism surges. New guides spotlight undiscovered Maldives islands from northern atolls to southern reserves. Officials project growth beyond USD 5.4 billion in receipts. South Asian travellers eye these secret Maldives attractions amid record 2025 arrivals. Maldives hidden gems draw

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Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

Pakistan US Mining Partnership Forges New Economic Ties

India Rafale Deal Boosts IAF with 114 Jets in $40B Upgrade

Manipur Violence Escalates: 260 Dead in Ethnic Clashes

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Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: 5x Airfare Surge Hits Fans

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Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

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Bangladesh Election Results: Jamaat Accepts Defeat, Wins 77 Seats

Afghans Returned from Pakistan Hit 150,000 Amid Crisis

DGCA Fines Air India Rs 1 Crore for Airbus Safety Breach

Manipur Violence Escalates: 260 Dead in Ethnic Clashes

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Reliance Venezuelan Oil Secures US License Boost

Pakistan US Mining Partnership Forges New Economic Ties

India Rafale Deal Boosts IAF with 114 Jets in $40B Upgrade

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