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Canada Launches Multi-Billion Dollar Defence Industrial Strategy
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a comprehensive defence strategy to reduce reliance on the United States and strengthen military capabilities. Carney emphasized that Canada has depended too heavily on geography and U.S. protection, stating 'We've relied too heavily on our geography and others to protect us' and that the country must address vulnerabilities and unsustainable dependencies
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India Approves PM RAHAT Scheme for Road Accident Victims
Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the launch of the 'PM RAHAT Scheme' designed to provide assistance to road accident victims. This initiative reflects India's commitment to improving emergency response and victim support systems across the nation
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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Defence Technology Facilities in India
Union Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a Missile Integration Facility, Mountain Fire Control Radar, and Bharat Electronics Limited's AI Policy at BEL in Bengaluru on February 16, 2026. The event included the flagging off of Akash 3rd and 4th Regiment Combat Systems, advancing India's defence capabilities
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India Approves Major Highway Development Projects
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved Rs 11,000 crore worth of highway projects spanning Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Telangana. These infrastructure initiatives aim to enhance connectivity across key Indian states
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Oscar-Winning Actor Robert Duvall Passes Away at 95
Robert Duvall, an Academy Award-winning actor with an acclaimed career spanning decades, died at age 95. His passing marks the loss of a legendary figure in Hollywood cinema
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Kremlin Accused of Poisoning Navalny with Frog Toxin
The Kremlin has been accused by international allies of killing Russian critic Alexei Navalny using toxin from poison dart frogs. The U.K. and allied nations have expressed conviction regarding the poisoning method
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Rare Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse Over Antarctica
A 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse swept across Antarctica on February 17, 2026, with up to 96% of the sun's center obscured. The eclipse's antumbral shadow raced across Earth's surface from 11:42 to 12:41 UTC, with maximum eclipse lasting up to 2 minutes and 20 seconds
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Celestial Eclipse Coincides with Lunar New Year, Ramadan, and Lent
The Antarctic eclipse on February 17, 2026, aligned remarkably with the beginning of Lunar New Year, Ramadan, and Lent, creating a convergence of three major cultural and religious observances. The emergence of a crescent moon on February 18 marked the beginning of Ramadan and a 'planet parade' featuring Mercury, Venus, and Saturn visible in the evening sky
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Four Astronauts Arrive at International Space Station on SpaceX Crew-12
Four astronauts successfully arrived at the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX spacecraft. This mission represents continued collaboration in human spaceflight operations and orbital research
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Winter Olympics 2026 Milan-Cortina Schedule Underway
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina continues with a packed Wednesday schedule featuring hockey quarterfinals, curling matches, freestyle skiing, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biathlon relays, and speedskating events. Multiple sports are being broadcast on NBC and related apps for global audiences
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