Kerala High Court Grants Disability Pension to Soldier After Voluntary Discharge

February 10, 2026

Kerala High Court Grants Disability Pension to Soldier After Voluntary Discharge

Kerala High Court ruled that soldiers who get disabilities from service can get disability pension even if they opt for voluntary discharge. The court ordered pension arrears to be paid in three months.

Hyderabad Minister Alleges Ongoing Illegal Phone Tapping, Warns of Strict Action

February 10, 2026

Hyderabad Minister Alleges Ongoing Illegal Phone Tapping, Warns of Strict Action

Hyderabad Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy claims illegal phone tapping is still happening in the state. He suggests BRS involvement and says government is investigating and will act strictly.

Karnataka Sees 50% Drop in Former Devadasi Women, New Survey Recommends Rehab Measures

February 10, 2026

Karnataka Sees 50% Drop in Former Devadasi Women, New Survey Recommends Rehab Measures

A new survey reveals a 50% fall in former Devadasi women in Karnataka since 2007. Officials cite deaths and social upliftment. The report suggests scholarships, financial aid, and special training for these families.

Supreme Court Proposes Human Rights Commissions Act as Interim RTI Authorities in Low Workload States

February 10, 2026

Supreme Court Proposes Human Rights Commissions Act as Interim RTI Authorities in Low Workload States

The Supreme Court suggests State Human Rights Commissions handle RTI appeals in states with few cases. This can save public money until RTI workload rises. The court also orders a report on recent Central Information Commission appointments.

Norway Orders Public Probe Into Foreign Ministry Ties to Jeffrey Epstein

February 10, 2026

Norway Orders Public Probe Into Foreign Ministry Ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Norway's parliament has agreed to a rare external inquiry into its Foreign Ministry's links to Jeffrey Epstein. Top officials, including ex-PM Thorbjoern Jagland and ambassador Mona Juul, face police corruption investigations amid new Epstein-related revelations.