February 8, 2026

Iran Ready for Nuclear Talks, Rejects US Military Build-Up Amid Rising Tensions

Iran signals readiness for nuclear talks with the US but rejects any US military build-up. Authorities blame Washington and Tel Aviv for deadly protests, while the nation mourns thousands lost.

February 8, 2026

Palestinian Protester Leqaa Kordia Hospitalised After Seizure in US ICE Detention

Leqaa Kordia, a 33-year-old Palestinian woman detained by US ICE since March 2025, was hospitalised after a seizure in a Texas detention centre. Held for overstaying a student visa but targeted for pro-Palestine protests, her family and lawyers remain unable to contact her amid concerns over her health and detention conditions.

February 8, 2026

Ranipet Declared No-Fly Zone on Feb 9 for CM Stalin's Plant Inauguration

Ranipet district will ban all drones and aerial devices on February 9 as CM M.K. Stalin inaugurates its first car manufacturing plant. Police will confiscate violators' drones and press charges.

February 8, 2026

Memes Fuel China's Soft Power Shift on Western Social Media

Memes showing Chinese culture like drinking hot water and wearing red are trending worldwide. People say, “You met me at a very Chinese time in my life.” Experts wonder if Beijing will truly gain from this online buzz.

February 8, 2026

Idukki Restricts Construction Permits in 13 Panchayats Without Revenue NOC

Idukki’s Local Self-Government Department has barred 13 panchayats from issuing construction permits without a No Objection Certificate from the Revenue Department, following a High Court order and scientific study marking the areas as ‘red zones.’