India has amended its IT Rules, requiring social media platforms to remove unlawful content within three hours of notice, down from 36 hours. The new rules, effective 20 February 2026, also mandate clear labelling of AI-generated content.

Thirty workers have died following a dynamite explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills. Rescue efforts have been concluded. The state government has announced compensation and ordered a judicial inquiry to investigate the cause of the fatal accident.

Kotdwar gym owner Deepak Kumar, who identified as “Mohammed Deepak” while defending a Muslim shopkeeper, saw memberships fall from 150 to 15. His act of communal harmony has sparked widespread support from citizens and leaders across India.

Mizoram’s new Sairang–Silchar rail link began operations, improving connectivity with Assam. CM Lalduhoma called it the state’s economic gateway, boosting trade, market access, and growth under the Act East Policy.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India’s oil import decisions are guided solely by national interest, including energy security and affordability. He did not directly refute US President Donald Trump’s claim on Russian oil, stressing India’s right to choose suppliers.

Rouble Nagi. a teacher from Mumbai, received the 2026 Global Teacher Prize at Dubai’s World Government Summit. She established 800+ learning centres, using murals and creative teaching methods to educate and uplift over one million children in slums and underserved communities.  

Iran has sentenced Nobel Peace laureate Narges Mohammadi to six years in prison for “collusion” and propaganda. She also faces a travel ban and internal exile. Mohammadi is known for her human rights activism and criticism of the regime.

Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai, 78, was sentenced to 20 years for national security violations, including collusion with foreign forces. His Apple Daily newspaper closed under Beijing’s pressure, drawing criticism from rights groups worldwide.

India is expected to approve the purchase of 114 Rafale fighter jets from France in the coming days. The Defence Acquisition Council may clear the proposal ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit, strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries.

Three people were found dead inside a car parked near Peeragarhi flyover in west Delhi on Sunday. Police noticed a strong poisonous smell inside the locked vehicle. Forensic teams were called, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of death.