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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
TopicBrajesh Pathak

Topic: Brajesh Pathak

The secret behind Brajesh Pathak’s wardrobe change, and Shivakumar’s ‘foot-in-pothole’ moment

Pre-Truth — snappy, witty and significant snippets from the world of politics and government.

PMO nudge, Lokayukta probe — why one of UP’s ‘most influential’ IAS officers is in trouble

Amit Mohan Prasad, additional chief secretary (medical health), is facing allegations of not releasing payment for govt projects handled by a private group & purchase of 'substandard' medical items.

On Camera

The debate about spheres of influence reorders India’s position

New world reordering tests New Delhi’s strategic autonomy, balancing ties without succumbing to exclusive dominance zones.

Urban co-op banks doubled loan book in 5 yrs, but stuck at under 2% of credit market—Sahakar Trends

UCBs accounted for 1.8% of total industry credit in September 2025—down from 2.2% five yrs ago—showing that they are losing ground to faster PSU banks.

US military commander, envoy Sergio Gor visit Indian Army Western Command, Bengaluru next

At the Western Army Command, the American delegation was briefed on the capabilities of the formation, past operations and the path ahead.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.