February 9, 2026

Karnataka ASHA Workers Plan Strike Over Delayed ₹10,000 Honorarium Promise

Over a year after CM Siddaramaiah promised ₹10,000 monthly honorarium to ASHA workers, Karnataka has yet to act. With payments stuck at ₹8,000, 42,000 workers plan their third protest on February 12, demanding government action and fair pay.

February 9, 2026

Opposition Walks Out of Rajya Sabha Over Rahul Gandhi’s Interrupted Speech

The Opposition walked out of the Rajya Sabha on February 9, 2026, protesting Rahul Gandhi's halted speech in the Lok Sabha and ongoing disruptions. Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge raised the issue but was stopped by the Chairman. The walkout followed slogans accusing BJP of disrespecting women MPs.

February 9, 2026

Karnataka ASHA Workers to Strike; BJP MP Detained in Metro Fare Protest; Flood Control Project Launched

In Karnataka, ASHA workers plan a strike over unpaid honorarium promises, while BJP MP Tejasvi Surya was detained during a protest against metro fare hikes. Meanwhile, flood control work started for 37 villages and safety review set for Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy stadium.

February 9, 2026

Mandya Plans Kannada Bhavan to Celebrate Kannada Culture, ₹5.5 Crore Funded

Mandya is building a Kannada Bhavan to honor the Kannada language and culture. The ₹5.5 crore project follows the success of the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana held here. Officials met to finalize the blueprint for the new cultural hub.

February 9, 2026

China Denies US Claims of Secret Nuclear Tests, Calls Allegations ‘Outright Lies’

China has strongly rejected US accusations of secret nuclear explosive tests. Beijing called the claims false and accused the US of seeking excuses to restart its own nuclear trials. The US also proposed talks with Russia and China to limit nuclear arms.