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Delhi Rolls Out ‘Bhu-Aadhaar’ Under ULPIN Land Reforms

Feb 17, 2026

Unique 14-Digit Land ID System to Modernise Delhi Property Records

The Delhi government has initiated the implementation of ‘Bhu-Aadhaar’, a digital framework designed to assign every land parcel a Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN). The reform aims to modernise land records, enhance ownership clarity, and strengthen transparency in property administration across the national capital.

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NGT Clears Path for Great Nicobar Infrastructure Project

Feb 17, 2026

Tribunal Balances Strategic Interests with Environmental Safeguards

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has dismissed fresh petitions challenging environmental and coastal approvals granted to the Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project, permitting its continuation subject to stringent safeguards. The tribunal held that no new grounds existed to revisit the clearances issued in November 2022.

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DBS Bank Pilots Visa Intelligent Commerce for AI Payments

Feb 16, 2026

DBS and Visa Advance Agent-Initiated Digital Transactions in Asia-Pacific

DBS Bank has emerged as the first issuer in the Asia-Pacific region to pilot Visa Intelligent Commerce (VIC), marking a pivotal step in the evolution of agent-initiated digital payments. The collaboration with Visa focuses on validating AI-ready card credentials, authentication mechanisms, and payment signals, ensuring ecosystem preparedness for secure, consent-based transactions executed by artificial intelligence agents.

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Magnus Carlsen Wins 2026 FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship

Feb 16, 2026

Carlsen Clinches Historic Freestyle Chess Title in Germany

Magnus Carlsen achieved another landmark in his celebrated career by winning the 2026 FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship. The Norwegian grandmaster defeated American Fabiano Caruana in the final staged at Weissenhaus, Germany, between 13 and 15 February. This victory is particularly historic as it marks the first Freestyle Chess World Championship formally recognised by FIDE.

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Internet Pioneer David J. Farber Passes Away at 91

Feb 16, 2026

David J. Farber: Architect of Early Networking and Internet Foundations

David J. Farber, a pioneering computer scientist often described as one of the “grandfathers of the internet,” passed away on February 7 in Tokyo at the age of 91. His family confirmed that heart failure was the cause of death. Farber, who had been teaching at Keio University since 2018, devoted his career to advancing computer networking, influencing both technological development and public policy.

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