Supreme Court Upholds Madras HC's Limit on Namaz at Nellithoppu Dargah to Ramzan and Bakrid Days

February 9, 2026

Supreme Court Upholds Madras HC's Limit on Namaz at Nellithoppu Dargah to Ramzan and Bakrid Days

The Supreme Court refused to hear a plea challenging Madras High Court’s order that restricts namaz prayers at Nellithoppu area of Sikkandar Badhusha Avuliya Dargah to only Ramzan and Bakrid days. The order was challenged as unconstitutional but the court dismissed the petition in a brief hearing.

Israel Kills 4 Militants in Gaza's Rafah Despite Ceasefire Agreement

February 9, 2026

Israel Kills 4 Militants in Gaza's Rafah Despite Ceasefire Agreement

Israel's military killed four militants who attacked troops in Rafah, Gaza. This happened amid a fragile ceasefire and rising tensions. Violence continues despite peace efforts.

Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid Rahul Gandhi’s Demand to Speak Before Budget Debate

February 9, 2026

Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid Rahul Gandhi’s Demand to Speak Before Budget Debate

Lok Sabha was adjourned on February 9 due to a standoff between government and opposition over Rahul Gandhi’s demand to speak before the Budget discussion. The Chair and opposition clashed over an alleged prior agreement. The deadlock halted proceedings twice earlier, deepening the disruption in Parliament.

Eight Muslim Nations Condemn Israel’s Expansionist Policies in West Bank

February 9, 2026

Eight Muslim Nations Condemn Israel’s Expansionist Policies in West Bank

Eight Muslim countries, including Pakistan, strongly condemn Israel’s moves in the occupied West Bank. They call these actions illegal, warn of rising conflict, and demand a halt to settlement expansions.

Corteva Stops Making Toxic Enlist Duo Herbicide Amid Health and Legal Pressure

February 9, 2026

Corteva Stops Making Toxic Enlist Duo Herbicide Amid Health and Legal Pressure

Chemical giant Corteva will stop making Enlist Duo, a herbicide containing Agent Orange and glyphosate, amid long legal battles and health worries. Environmentalists welcome the move as a major win for safety and ecology.