Magnus Carlsen Wins Inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship
Norway’s Magnus Carlsen claimed victory in the first-ever FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship on February 15, 2026, defeating Fabiano Caruana of the USA 2.5-1.5 in the final held in Weissenhaus, Germany. This marks Carlsen’s 21st world title across formats, including his prior rapid and blitz successes. Tournament Highlights The event,
Maha Shivratri 2026: Nationwide Devotion to Lord Shiva
Devotees across India thronged Shiva temples on February 15, 2026, marking Maha Shivratri with prayers, fasting, and rituals amid chants of “Har Har Mahadev.” The festival, falling on a Sunday, saw massive crowds despite some panchang confusion over whether to observe on the 15th or 16th. Festival Significance Maha Shivratri
Israel Advances West Bank Land Registration as State Property
Israel’s government has approved a plan to register large areas of the occupied West Bank as state land for the first time since 1967, drawing accusations of de facto annexation from Palestinians and rights groups. The move targets Area C, where Israel holds full control over about 60% of the
Arundhati Roy Withdraws from Berlin Film Festival Over Gaza Comments
Indian author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) following remarks by jury members on the Gaza conflict. She cited their refusal to engage politically as “jaw-dropping” and “unconscionable.” Key Events Roy, the 1997 Booker Prize winner for The God of Small Things, was set to
India Crushes Pakistan: T20 Glory Unleashed!
India’s lions roared to a thunderous 61-run victory over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 at Colombo! Ishan Kishan’s blistering 77 off 40 balls lit up the Premadasa Stadium, propelling us to a mammoth 175/7 after they chose to bowl first. Epic Batting Fireworks What a show! Kishan smashed
Taiwan Labels China Real Threat After Munich Speech
Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung declared China the true security threat to the region, directly rebuking remarks by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Munich Security Conference. Conference Remarks Wang Yi warned on February 14 that certain nations are attempting to detach Taiwan from China, blaming Japan for escalating
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Preview: Premadasa Pitch and Weather
India faces Pakistan in a high-stakes Group A clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo today, February 15. Both teams have four points from two wins, with victory ensuring Super Eights qualification. Pitch Report The Premadasa pitch is balanced but slows down,
Supreme Court to Hear Sabarimala Review Petitions on February 16
India’s Supreme Court is scheduled to hear long-pending review petitions challenging its 2018 verdict allowing women of all ages entry into the Sabarimala temple on February 16, 2026. The case centers on the balance between religious customs and constitutional equality. Case Background In September 2018, a 4:1 majority ruling by
PM Modi Invited to Tarique Rahman’s Swearing-In in Bangladesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an official invitation from Bangladesh to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the country’s next Prime Minister on February 17, 2026. This follows the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)’s landslide victory in recent parliamentary elections, marking their return to power after years in
PM Modi Lands at Assam’s First Highway Emergency Landing Facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic landing at Northeast India’s first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on the Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh, Assam. The event highlighted enhanced national security and disaster response in the region. Event Highlights PM Modi arrived aboard an IAF C-130J aircraft from Chabua airfield, greeted by
