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Russia claims it captured 12 villages in Donetsk as fighting intensifie while Ukraine strikes Taman port before the US-mediated Geneva peace talks. (Reuters)
In today’s evening digest, News18 brings you the latest updates, including Lok Sabha Speaker to attend Bangladesh PM-elect’s swearing-in, Barack Obama rules out political comeback and many more.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla To Represent India At Bangladesh PM-Elect Tarique Rahman’s Swearing-In
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh PM-elect and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. Read More
PM Modi To Inaugurate India AI Impact Expo 2026 At Bharat Mandapam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India AI Impact Expo 2026 on February 16 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The India AI Impact Expo 2026 will be held from February 16 to 20, alongside the India AI Impact Summit, at Bharat Mandapam. Read More
‘Michelle Would Divorce Me’: Barack Obama Rules Out Political Comeback
Former US president Barack Obama has ruled out any return to elected politics, joking that it would cost him his marriage. Read More
Ukraine Drone Strike Hits Black Sea Oil Warehouse As Russia Claims 12 Villages
Russia’s army chief Valery Gerasimov, has claimed that Kremlin forces captured 12 villages in eastern Ukraine in the first half of February, even as fighting intensifies ahead of fresh US-mediated peace talks in Geneva. Read More
Wheel of Fortune: Akshay Kumar’s Contract Extended V By 25 Episodes After Strong Ratings
The reality game show Wheel of Fortune is turning out to be a solid victory for Akshay Kumar. Originally envisioned as a limited series of around 40 episodes, the show has now received a major boost. Pinkvilla has reported that Akshay’s association with the project has been extended by 25 more episodes, taking the total count to 65. The expansion comes on the back of strong audience response, with the makers deciding to stretch the season further owing to its growing popularity. Read More
India Vs Pakistan: Suryakumar Yadav To Skip Handshake With Salman Agha At T20 World Cup Toss
India are likely to maintain the ‘status quo’ and will not engage with their Pakistani counterparts during their tonight’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match in Colombo. According to a report, there will be no handshake between the captains of the two rivals at the toss or after the match. Read More
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