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Franco-German defence project under strain as Berlin signals possible exit

France, Feb. 19 -- In an interview broadcast on Wednesday, Chancellor Merz signalled that Germany's military needs diverge significantly from those of its key partner, raising questions about whether ... Read More


Sufficient stocks of LP gas secured; no need for panic buying - Litro

Sri Lanka, Feb. 19 -- Litro Gas Lanka Limited has issued a special statement is to address recent concerns regarding a temporary shortage of LP gas cylinders in the market, and to assure the public th... Read More


PM Modi warns 'AI must not control humans' as India unveils bold tech vision at AI Impact Summit 2026

New Delhi/IBNS, Feb. 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stressed the importance of maintaining human control over Artificial Intelligence (AI), asserting that technology must serve humanit... Read More


MCX Morning Wrap: Sentiments supportive for base metals

Mumbai, Feb. 19 -- Base metals gained today. MCX February 2026 Copper futures are trading at Rs 1188.65 per kg, up 0.62% on the day testing lows around Rs 1180 per kg today. MCX Aluminum futures edged... Read More


South Korea court convicts ex-President Yoon for insurrection in martial law case

Sri Lanka, Feb. 19 -- A South Korean court on Thursday found former President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty of leading an insurrection during his botched attempt to place the country under martial law in Decem... Read More


Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company receives affirmation in issuer rating

Mumbai, Feb. 19 -- Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company has received affirmation in issuer rating of CARE AAA; Stable from CARE Ratings. Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Ca... Read More


No Marseille job for Chelle as Beye emerges as new Coach

Nigeria, Feb. 19 -- Marseille have appointed former captain Habib Beye as head coach, the club confirmed on Wednesday, just over a week after he was sacked by Ligue 1 rivals Rennes. The move ends lin... Read More


An eyesore on KRS Road

India, Feb. 19 -- Sir, If you are travelling to Brindavan Gardens via KRS Road, you cannot overlook the unsightly garbage pile-up just past the railway crossing near Brigade Symphony Apartment. This... Read More


FIA targets thermal expansion loophole in new F1 engine regulations

India, Feb. 19 -- Formula One's governing body has taken steps to tighten its new engine regulations after suspicions emerged of a potential grey area being exploited ahead of the new season. On Wedn... Read More


Champions League: Mbappe leads backing for race row Madrid teammate Vinicius

France, Feb. 19 -- Vinicius claimed the Argentinedirected racist insults at him following his spectacular goal early in the second-half at the Estadio da Luz on Tuesday night. After Vinicius informed... Read More