February 7, 2026

Karnataka Home Minister Denies NCB Narcotics Claim in Mysuru Raid

Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara says no narcotics were found in a recent Mysuru raid. He questions the NCB's claim and calls for checks on chemical factories. New police stations planned for growing cities.

February 7, 2026

Police Officer Martyred in Nowshera Raid Linked to Islamabad Suicide Bombing

A police officer was martyred and a constable injured during a raid in Nowshera, targeting suspects in Islamabad’s deadly imambargah suicide attack that killed 36.

February 7, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear Himachal Pradesh Plea on Withdrawing 45 Cases Against MPs and MLAs

The Supreme Court will hear Himachal Pradesh government's plea to withdraw 45 criminal cases against MPs and MLAs, including those linked to Covid rally protests. The High Court had allowed withdrawal of only 15 cases and denied others involving serious charges. The final hearing is set for March 16, 2026.

February 7, 2026

Tamil Nadu Interim Budget on Feb 17; Live Telecast Ahead of Assembly Polls

Tamil Nadu will present its interim Budget on February 17, 2026, in the Assembly. Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu will lead the presentation before elections due in April or May. Plans to live telecast more of the Assembly session are underway, says Speaker M. Appavu.

February 7, 2026

India Dominates Global Cricket Amid Boycotts, ICC Bias in T20 World Cup

The ICC faces charges of bias as India steers global cricket politics. Pakistan and Bangladesh boycotts highlight power plays, threatening fairness in the T20 World Cup.