February 8, 2026

India’s Budget 2026 Boosts Mental Health Care with New NIMHANS, More Funding

India's Budget 2026 focuses on mental health. It plans a new NIMHANS institute in north India and upgrades others. Funding rose but remains under 2% of health budget. Experts urge more focus on community care and early treatment.

February 8, 2026

Drone Attack by RSF Kills 24 Including 8 Children in Sudan Amid Aid Crisis

A drone attack by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces killed 24 people, including eight children, targeting displaced families near Er Rahad. Aid convoys have also been hit, worsening the humanitarian crisis.

February 8, 2026

Karnataka Puts Women Well Being Leave Bill on Hold Amid Opposition and Court Confusion

Karnataka has paused the Women Well Being Leave Bill due to opposition and concerns over stigma. Despite a government order granting menstrual leave, many industries delay implementation pending court verdict.

February 7, 2026

70+ Students Fall Ill After Eating Semi-Cooked Idly in Polavaram Tribal School

More than 70 students at a tribal school in Polavaram district fell sick after eating semi-cooked idly and sambar. They were hospitalized and are now stable. Authorities have begun food and water testing to find the cause.

February 7, 2026

Telangana DCA Busts Illegal Drug Sales, Seizes Tampered Medicines in Two Districts

Telangana's Drugs Control Administration raided two stores on February 6. Illegal sale of habit-forming drugs found in Mahabubabad. Label tampering discovered in Bhadradri Kothagudem. Authorities seized drugs and records. Cases under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act with jail terms up to 2 years.