February 8, 2026

PTI, TTAP Strike Shuts Down Quetta, Partial in Peshawar, Markets Open in Lahore and Islamabad

Opposition coalition TTAP and PTI staged strikes and protests across Pakistan on Sunday. Quetta saw a full shutdown, Peshawar partial, while Lahore and Islamabad markets largely stayed open.

February 8, 2026

NHAI to Build 650m Soundproof Wall Near Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary on Mysuru–Kushalnagar Highway

To protect birds near Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, NHAI will build a 650-meter soundproof wall along Mysuru–Kushalnagar highway. The move aims to cut traffic noise and protect wildlife while improving travel between Bengaluru and Kushalnagar.

February 8, 2026

Portugal's Presidential Runoff: Seguro Set to Defeat Ventura in Key Vote

Portugal votes today in a runoff between centre-left António José Seguro and far-right André Ventura. Seguro is the strong favourite to win. Ventura's rise marks a shift in Portuguese politics. Results expected by late night.

February 8, 2026

NYC Mayor Faces Media Storm Over Bidet Plans, Sparks Culture Clash

New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s bid to install bidets in the mayoral residence triggered a media frenzy calling it an “elite luxury.” Despite backlash, his approval ratings stay high, highlighting cultural bias in American media.

February 8, 2026

PTI Holds Nationwide Strike and Protests Over 2024 Election Rigging Claims

Markets partly shut in Peshawar and open in Lahore, Islamabad amid PTI-led nationwide strike protesting 2024 polls rigging. The party also mourns Islamabad bombing victims and maintains protests despite police action.