February 10, 2026

Supreme Court Urges Election Commission to Curb Election Spending

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission of India to consider suggestions for new rules to reduce election costs. The court said the ideas from petitioner Prabhakar Deshpande deserve attention to ensure fair polls.

February 10, 2026

Pakistan's Nepra Ends Net Metering for Solar Users, Moves to Net Billing

Pakistan’s power regulator Nepra ended net metering for solar energy consumers and switched to net billing, triggering protests in Parliament. Lawmakers called it unfair, while the Power Minister defended the change as legal and necessary to protect consumers.

February 10, 2026

Tesco UK Boss Warns of ‘Quiet Epidemic’ of Joblessness With Millions Out of Work

Tesco UK chief Ashwin Prasad warns millions are jobless and on benefits, calling it a ‘quiet epidemic’ harming the nation. He urges government and businesses to act now.

February 10, 2026

Israel’s Tight Control of West Bank Sparks Global Backlash and US Warning

Israel announced new measures to tighten control over the West Bank, intensifying settlement activity and rejecting a Palestinian state. The move drew strong criticism from the EU, Arab nations, UK, and a clear warning from the US ahead of a White House meet.

February 10, 2026

EU Votes for Offshore Migrant Centres and Tougher Asylum Rules

The EU moves ahead with strict new migration laws, allowing deportation of asylum seekers to countries they have never visited and creating a list of safe third countries for fast-tracked procedures.