February 8, 2026

Five Arrested After Magistrate, Mother Held in Crypto Ransom Kidnapping in France

French police arrested five suspects after a magistrate and her mother were held captive for 30 hours in a cryptocurrency ransom case. The victims escaped injured but no ransom was paid.

February 8, 2026

Madras High Court to Hear I-T Appeals on DMK Income Tax File Transfer Over ₹11.48 Crore Seizure

The Madras High Court will hear on February 9 the Income Tax department’s appeals to transfer DMK’s income tax files related to a ₹11.48 crore cash seizure in 2019. The case involves DMK leader Duraimurugan and questions over the investigation and file transfer timing ahead of elections.

February 8, 2026

Hong Kong's Headquarters Economy Sparks Commercial Office Market Recovery in 2025

Hong Kong’s headquarters economy is reviving its commercial property market. Office leasing rose sharply in 2025, rents stabilized, and investor confidence is growing, signaling a robust comeback in the city’s prime office spaces.

February 8, 2026

UAE Green Visa vs Golden Visa: Two Long-Term Residency Paths for Professionals and Investors

The UAE offers Green and Golden Visas as long-term residency options. Green Visa suits skilled professionals and mid-level investors for 5 years. Golden Visa targets high-value investors and exceptional talents with 5 or 10-year stays and wider benefits.

February 8, 2026

Foreign Investors Return to Indian Markets After Heavy 2025 Outflows

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have begun investing again in Indian equities in February after large withdrawals in previous months. Better India-US trade talks, stable rupee, and optimistic growth outlook boosted confidence.