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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released under investigation following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, BBC reported. 

On Thursday morning, Thames Valley Police said it had arrested a man in his 60s in Norfolk and was carrying out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.

King Charles III said the "law must take its course" in response to Andrew's arrest and that the police had his "full and wholehearted support and co-operation". 

Bill Gates will not deliver his keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi, his philanthropic organisation said hours before the Microsoft co-founder was due to speak, BBC reported. 

The Gates Foundation said the decision was made after "careful consideration" and "to ensure the focus remains on the [summit's] key priorities", but did not elaborate.

Gates's withdrawal comes amid a controversy over his ties to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after he was named in new files released by the US Department of Justice in January, according to BBC. 

Acting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari appealed to all media outlets not to conduct any form of opinion polls ahead of the March 5 elections to the House of Representatives. 

CEC Bhandari made the appeal while addressing a program organized by the Election Commission today to mark the 10th Election Day.

Bhandari reminded that since the Election Code of Conduct prohibits opinion polls, action will be taken against those who violate it. 

He also underscored the need for heightened vigilance during the election period, noting that misinformation can easily spread with false news presented as true and vice versa. 

Calling upon supporters of political parties to work towards conducting the elections by complying with the Election Code of Conduct, he emphasized that they should refrain from defaming others through social media. 

“Let us work based on truth and facts. As social media has become a sensitive issue during elections, let us be careful while using it,” he requested. 

Appealing to the voters, he urged them to elect the right representatives without yielding to pressure or undue influence.

On the occasion, he shared that a security meeting has been convened to devise election related security policies and strategies for the successful conduct of the elections. 

Furthermore, he cautioned that the Office of Election Officer in the respective districts could take action against those found campaigning in breach of the Election Code of Conduct. 

The Commission also reminded election observers to perform only the duties assigned to them.

He requested all involved, including volunteer educators engaged in voter education, staff assigned to the election process, security personnel and everyone associated, to work in a way that encourages maximum voter turnout and ensures that all cast votes are counted.

Bhandari emphasized that even a small mistake in elections can lead to major problems, so it is necessary to work attentively with high morale.

The CPN-UML has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives. 

Chairman KP Sharma Oli unveiled the party's Election Manifesto-2082BS at the 'Desh Pahila (Country First)' program, organized by the UML Central Election Mobilization Committee. 

The manifesto includes the party's commitments by setting specific goals.

The UML has said that the victory is essential to fulfill the slogan 'Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepalis: National Aspiration is Our Destination'.

The UML has given main importance to good governance, development, employment, and social justice which were initiated when the party was in the government, but could not be completed.

The manifesto has highlighted 11 immediate tasks, five fundamental tasks, and 25 pledges.

Addressing the program, Chairman Oli claimed that the UML, with the determination to build rather than destroy and burn the state institutions, would lead the work of transforming the face of the country, based on the party's past experiences and practices.

He clarified that the UML has always been steadfast in support of independence and nationalism and stated that they would not focus on populism or stunts.

A South Korean court ordered life in jail on Thursday for former President Yoon Suk Yeol, after holding him guilty on charges of abuse of authority and masterminding an insurrection, stemming from his December 2024 attempt to impose martial law, Reuters reported. 

Prosecutors had sought the death penalty in the case, closely watched in a deeply divided country. It is the most consequential yet for the ousted leader, whose bid triggered a national political crisis and tested democratic resilience.

In January, prosecutors had said Yoon’s “unconstitutional and illegal emergency martial law undermined the function of the National Assembly and the Election Commission ... actually destroying the liberal democratic constitutional order.”

Prime Minister Sushila Karki has asserted that the government has mobilized its full strength in an effort to conduct the March 5 elections to the House of Representatives in a free, fair, impartial and peaceful environment. 

She emphasized that these efforts are aimed to open a door to a new era of sustainable democratic stability in the country.

PM Karki delivered the statement while addressing a special ceremony organized today at the Army Pavilion in Tundikhel, Kathmandu marking the National Democracy Day-208 BS.

During her address, the Head of the Government expressed her confidence that the Parliament and government to be formed after this election will further advance the democratic system making it more dynamic, result-oriented and accountable to the people.

PM Karki argued that a strong democracy does not suppress discontent; rather, it embraces as an opportunity to reform. 

"Democracy should not be viewed merely as a technical change in the form of governance. In fact, it is a way of life which must be reflected in everything from expressions on the internet to the price of vegetables cooked in the kitchen," observed the PM.

The Septuagenarian leader articulated that democracy is not just about procedures; it must deliver results. 

While emphasizing that the rule of law is essential, she mentioned that keeping citizens entangled in the name of 'endless' processes and subjecting them to delays, harassment and distress in the name of procedure does not constitute the practice of democracy.

 "It is rather mis-governance," she underlined.

President Ram Chandra Paudel attended a special ceremony held today at the Army Pavilion in Tundikhel, Kathmandu to mark National Democracy Day-2082 BS.

President Paudel participated in the event along with First Lady Sabita Paudel. 

In the ceremony organized by the National Democracy Day Main Celebration Committee, the Nepal Army offered a ceremonial salute in honor of President Paudel who is also the Supreme Commander of the Nepali Army. 

During the celebration, various cultural performances were showcased reflecting the country's rich culture and heritage, including tableaux, march-past, dances and musical presentation among others. 

The celebration was attended by Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, Chairperson of the National Assembly Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, Heads and representatives of various diplomatic missions in Nepal, senior government officials and distinguished members of society among others.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (February 19, 2026) said artificial intelligence must be democratised and become a tool for inclusion and empowerment, particularly for the Global South, PTI reported. 

Addressing the India AI Impact Summit, Mr. Modi said the expo is taking place in India, which represents one sixth of humanity, a country with the world's largest young population and a hub of the largest tech talent pool.

"Artificial intelligence marks a transformative chapter in human history. India is not just a part of the AI revolution, but is leading and shaping it," he said in the presence of world leaders and CEOs of leading companies at the Summit, according to PTI.