Himachal Pradesh began online e-auctions for retail liquor licenses on Feb. 23, 2026, to ensure transparency and fair access.

PNB's 2025 net profit rose 20% to P25.3B, driven by stronger lending, better asset quality, and digital growth.

India’s RBI opens a secure, earthquake-safe data center in Bhubaneswar to protect key financial systems.

India A won the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars title by defeating Bangladesh A by 46 runs in Bangkok.

Bihar's 14-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi won a ₹50 lakh award for his record-breaking 175 in the U-19 World Cup final.

Kuwait mandates military registration for citizens 18–25, with work and licensing ties, effective Feb. 22, 2026.

Debut winners at the 2026 Filmfare Awards South were silenced, prompting backlash from producer Niharika Konidela.

Singapore will prosecute citizens fighting abroad, including in Ukraine, Gaza, or with ISIS, amid efforts to combat extremism.

Woodside's 2025 production hit a record 198.8 million barrels, but profits dropped 25% due to a 20% oil price decline from global oversupply.

South Korea's business sentiment improved in March, driven by strong exports and inflation pressures, with officials urging reform to sustain recovery.