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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
TopicKash Patel

Topic: Kash Patel

Charged in US for killing 6-yr-old son, FBI most wanted Cindy Rodriguez Singh arrested in India

The 40-year-old flew to India in 2023 after lying to police about her son, last seen in October 2022. She allegedly starved him, believing he was 'possessed' and a danger to her twins.

Trump 2.0 cabinet: The key picks steering his ‘America First’ agenda

Overhauling federal agencies, streamlining govt operations, strengthening national security & taking a hardline stance on immigration some of key priorities for US President’s 2nd term.

Donald Trump picks loyalist Kash Patel to head FBI

The move signals an intent to drive out the bureau’s current director, Christopher Wray.

Kash Patel, hardcore loyalist who once vowed to go after Trump’s enemies, nominated to lead FBI

In Trump's 1st term, Patel rose from House staffer to one of the most powerful positions in Pentagon. He remained in Trump’s circle of allies despite latter's defeat in 2020 elections.

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Telangana spoke up for Muslim vendor who was attacked. South is different from the North

A poor Muslim man from Kurnool, selling khoya buns during the Medaram Jatara in Telangana, was harassed by some YouTubers and surrounded by a mob over allegations of 'food jihad'.

Venezuela crude returns to India’s oil basket. But only as ‘supplementary’ supply

Indian refiners are testing Venezuelan barrels again as Russian supply sinks, but analysts say volumes will remain limited due to refinery constraints & supply capacity.

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.