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FirstUp: Brazil's Lula begins India visit, Zuckerberg to testify in social media trial

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva begins his four-day visit to India today (February 18). The focus will be on trade, defence, energy, digital public infrastructure, AI, rare earths and Global South cooperation. Meanwhile, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is expected to take the stand in Los Angeles today in a landmark trial on social media addiction

India turns highway into runway for emergency landing near China border. Why this matters

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aboard a C-130J aircraft, made history by landing on the emergency landing facility (ELF) in Assam's Moran. Work to turn the highway into a runway was carried out by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd and the Indian Air Force. Let’s take a closer look.

FirstUp: National Shutdown Day in US, Trump to announce Fed chief... Today's big headlines

Activists across the United States will be observing National Shutdown Day to protest the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal officers. US President Donald Trump is also expected to announce his his nominee to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair

Republic Day 2026 preview: Check out what your State's tableau is representing

At the Republic day media preview, Firstpost got an exclusive look at the array of ideas being depicted by different state tableaux. From Jammu and Kashmir to Goa, Rajasthan to West Bengal, each tableau seamlessly combines regional history with national pride.

Same season, different stories: How harvest festivals are celebrated across India

From Lohri to Pongal, harvest festivals in India celebrate the cycle of nature with immense revelry. With different names but similar values, these traditions invite people to slow down and reconnect with the community.

5 abandoned Indian villages with chilling stories: To visit or not to visit?

From Mayong in Assam to Kuldhara in Jaisalmer, these mysterious villages in India have some of the most chilling stories. For those drawn to the unexplained, they offer a glimpse into India’s darker, lesser-known past.

India nabs, sends back 18 foreigners trying to cross border in Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that 18 foreign nationals who entered India illegally have been detained and deported.

Rajdhani Express collision with herd of elephants in Assam kills eight

A tragic accident occurred in Assam’s Hojai district when the Sairang–New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants crossing the tracks, killing eight and injuring one.

Assam, its citizens and their never-ending search for 'citizenship'

As India revises its electoral rolls, Assam stands apart, still trapped between paperwork and belonging

Now, Zubeen Garg's cousin, an Assam cop arrested: Who are the 5 nabbed in singer's death case?

Sandipan Garg, an Assam Police Deputy Superintendent and one of Zubeen Garg’s cousins, has been arrested by the state police's Special Investigation Team in connection with his death. Police say he was present with the singer on the yacht when he reportedly drowned. Earlier, police arrested four others in the case, including Zubeen's bandmate and manage