*Morning's top news from across the country and states...* *February 13 - Friday* 👇 ================================ *1* PM's last cabinet meeting in South Block today; PMO will now operate from Seva Teerth; PM Modi will inaugurate *2* Freedom from the shadow of the British era after 125 years: PM Modi will inaugurate Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan today *3* BJP MP says Rahul is misleading, issued notice to terminate membership; Rahul's response: File an FIR, bring a privilege motion, I will fight for the farmers *4* Whether an FIR is filed, a case is filed, or a privilege motion is brought - I will fight for the farmers. Any trade deal that takes away farmers' livelihood or weakens the country's food security is anti-farmer. We will not allow the anti-farmer Modi government to compromise on the interests of the farmers. *5* "The public now has hope only in the BJP," the PM told public representatives from Kerala, "Advance the politics of service." *6* Political rhetoric has intensified regarding the India-US trade agreement. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal dismissed opposition leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations in the Lok Sabha as baseless and misleading, saying that the agreement fully protects the interests of farmers. *7* "I've never heard more nonsense than this..." Hardeep Puri said on Rahul's allegation linking the India-US trade deal to Epstein. *8* India will remain Asia's fastest-growing economy in 2026: Fitch Ratings *9* Proposal to purchase 114 new Rafales approved; deal may be finalized during French President Macron's visit to India; 96 will be manufactured in India. *10* Rajasthan High Court's major decision; Encroachments on national highways across the state will be removed within two months. *11* The Railways has taken a major decision to provide relief to millions of pilgrims traveling to Kashi, Khatu Shyam, and Ujjain (Mahakal). In view of the increased pressure on trains during festivals and peak season, the Railways has approved key rail projects in three states. *12* These include a third line between Audhihar-Varanasi City, line doubling of the Ringas-Sikar section, and a bypass line between Naikheri-Chintaman Ganesh in Ujjain. According to the Railways, these projects will speed up train movement, reduce congestion, and provide more comfortable travel for passengers on religious and tourist routes. *13* Retail inflation reached its highest level in eight months, reaching 2.75% in January. In October 2025, it was at a record low of 0.25%. *14* India's second consecutive victory in the T20 World Cup, defeating Namibia by 93 runs; Fifty-twos from Ishan and Pandya, three wickets for Chakraborty *15* The country's weather is showing many facets simultaneously in the second week of February. Rain and snowfall are expected in the hilly states, while daytime temperatures are rising in the plains. A warning has also been issued for strong and gusty winds over the sea in some coastal areas. The activation of different weather systems is causing rapid changes in the weather in different parts of the country. *16* BNP wins Bangladesh elections, Khaleda Zia's son Rahman set to become PM; Sheikh Hasina calls the elections fraudulent and unconstitutional. *17* Returning home after 17 years, BNP's Tariq Rahman has turned the Bangladesh electoral game around in two months. *18* Trump issues a stern warning to Iran, saying there will be painful consequences if there is no deal; will visit China in April. =================================== #News Views #వ్యూస్ అండ్ న్యూస్