February 5, 2026

ED Launches Probe on Nedumparambil Credit Syndicate for Alleged Deposit Fraud in Kerala

ED investigates Nedumparambil Credit Syndicate promoters for cheating depositors with false promises of high returns. Multiple FIRs by Kerala Police under IPC 420 led to searches, revealing fund diversion and property investments.

February 5, 2026

Tamil Nadu Forms Committees to End Police 'Orderly System' for Officials' Personal Work

Tamil Nadu government sets up district committees led by Collectors to stop police officers from doing household work of senior officials. Committees will report every two months and have powers to act on complaints.

February 5, 2026

Shimjitha Musthafa Released for Further Probe in U. Deepak’s Unnatural Death Case

Shimjitha Musthafa was released from custody on February 5 for collecting more evidence in the unnatural death case of U. Deepak. Police will soon take her to Kannur to probe further on her bus journey to Payyannur.

February 5, 2026

Elephant Manu Tramples Mahout Vishnu to Death at Kerala Rehab Centre

A tragic elephant attack claims young mahout Vishnu’s life at Kerala’s Kottoor rehab centre. The 25-year-old was crushed during a morning bath by elephant Manu.

February 5, 2026

Man Charged with Terrorism for Throwing Homemade Bomb at Australia Day Protest in Perth

A 31-year-old man faced terrorism charges after throwing a homemade bomb filled with ball bearings at a crowd protesting Australia Day in Perth. The device did not explode, but authorities warn it could have caused mass casualties. This is the first terrorism charge in Western Australia.