Sandalwood Farmer Cuts Tree Branches Near Vidhana Soudha in Protest Against NHAI Clearing

February 11, 2026

Sandalwood Farmer Cuts Tree Branches Near Vidhana Soudha in Protest Against NHAI Clearing

A sandalwood farmer from Chikkamagaluru cut tree branches near Vidhana Soudha to protest NHAI clearing his trees for highway work. He was detained by police. The NHAI claims court orders back land acquisition and compensation.

Israel's Minister Says New West Bank Rules End Future Palestinian State

February 11, 2026

Israel's Minister Says New West Bank Rules End Future Palestinian State

Israel’s Energy Minister Eli Cohen said new government steps deepen Israeli control in the West Bank, stopping any future Palestinian state. The move, called ‘de facto sovereignty,’ has drawn sharp criticism from the UN and Arab nations as a breach of international law.

YSRCP and TDP Clash Over Credit for Andhra Pradesh’s Big Projects

February 11, 2026

YSRCP and TDP Clash Over Credit for Andhra Pradesh’s Big Projects

YSR Congress Party and TDP fight over who deserves credit for Andhra Pradesh’s major developments like Google’s AI hub and airport. Both parties claim they made the projects happen, sparking a heated ‘credit chori’ debate.

Yaoning Sun Sentenced to 4 Years for Acting as Beijing’s Agent in California Election

February 11, 2026

Yaoning Sun Sentenced to 4 Years for Acting as Beijing’s Agent in California Election

Yaoning Sun was sentenced to four years in prison for secretly working as an agent for China in a California election. The case highlights fears about Beijing influencing US local elections.

Keir Starmer Faces Key Staff Shake-Up Amid Battle for Leadership Direction

February 11, 2026

Keir Starmer Faces Key Staff Shake-Up Amid Battle for Leadership Direction

Three top Labour advisers quit, sparking a fierce contest to shape Keir Starmer’s leadership. New appointments could shift Labour’s focus amid calls for Whitehall reforms.