February 13, 2026

Thrissur District Shuts Down Amid 24-Hour Nationwide Trade Union Strike

Thrissur district nearly came to a halt during a 24-hour nationwide strike called by trade unions against the Union government's labour policies. Public transport stopped, shops closed, and protests spread across the district.

February 13, 2026

Trump Reverses Key EPA Ruling on Greenhouse Gases, Rolls Back Climate Regulations

US President Donald Trump has revoked the 2009 EPA endangerment finding that declared greenhouse gases a public health threat. This move rolls back major climate rules and aims to lower car costs, but sparks environmental backlash and legal challenges.

February 13, 2026

Shivamogga Protesters Rally Against Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project Over Environmental Concerns

Hundreds marched in Shivamogga against the 2,000 MW Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project. Leaders warn of damage to the Western Ghats and promise to stop the project.

February 13, 2026

Over 30 Crore Join India’s Massive Strike Against Labour Codes and Trade Deals

More than 30 crore workers and farmers nationwide joined a one-day strike on February 12. They protested new labour laws and free trade deals with the US, EU, and UK. The strike showed strong worker-peasant unity and large-scale participation across 600 districts.

February 13, 2026

Supreme Court Orders Full Tamil Nadu Representation on UPSC Police Chief Panel

The Supreme Court ruled Tamil Nadu must have complete representation on the UPSC panel selecting its police chief. It allowed the State to nominate a senior officer in place of the acting DGP, who is also a candidate, ensuring fair participation.