February 7, 2026

Judge Lifts Trump’s Freeze on $16 Billion Gateway Rail Project Funding

A federal judge has stopped Trump’s freeze on $16bn for a rail tunnel linking New York and New Jersey. The ruling allows critical repairs and new construction to resume, after the funds were held back amid political controversy.

February 7, 2026

Ireland Criticizes Use of Shannon Airport for Deporting Palestinians on Trump Donor’s Jet

Irish politicians call the use of Shannon Airport by US ICE flights deporting Palestinians to Israel 'reprehensible.' The private jet belongs to Trump donor Gil Dezer and made two refueling stops in Ireland in early 2024.

February 7, 2026

TN Govt Urged to Strengthen Water Management for Farmers’ Welfare: VIT Chancellor

VIT Chancellor G. Viswanathan urges Tamil Nadu government to improve water conservation and restore irrigation tanks to boost agriculture and help farmers avoid middlemen.

February 7, 2026

Centre and Andhra Pradesh Push to Complete Polavaram Project On Time

PPA CEO Yogesh Paithankar said the Central and State governments are committed to finishing the Polavaram project on schedule. Strict plans and quick clearances are in place to speed up work.

February 7, 2026

J&K Scraps ₹416.72 Crore Dal Lake Resettlement Plan, Shifts to Eco-Hamlets

The Jammu and Kashmir government has dropped a ₹416.72 crore resettlement plan for Dal Lake dwellers after just 27% progress in 17 years. Instead, they will develop 58 ‘eco-hamlets’ within the lake area to protect the environment and allow residents to stay.