At least 15 people have lost their lives and several others were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station during rush for a special train for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed their grief. A high-level investigation has been ordered.

Aaj Ka Panchang, February 16, 2025: The Chaturthi and Panchami Tithis of the Krishna Paksha will occur today on Sunday.

The BBC examines the chaos left behind after Iran had to abandon its military bases in Syria. 

​The BBC examines the chaos left behind after Iran had to abandon its military bases in Syria.