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Friday, February 20, 2026
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Topic: Facial

Hair transplant, vampire facial—India can’t turn a blind eye to unregulated new-age treatments

Botched treatments have resulted in deaths, burns and permanent skin damage. At least we know the source of problem—unregulated clinics.

Facial glow on your big day will address your look anxiety. Here’s how to achieve it

An evolving shift in the mindset of men who lean towards cosmopolitan ideals is evident with the increased popularity of facials, and laser hair reduction treatments.

On Camera

Middle powers are showing unprecedented agency. To offset unsteady US era

The participation of middle powers in platforms such as the G20, ASEAN, AUKUS dialogues, and regional security forums positions them as brokers between competing interests.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

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.