Bengaluru fines ₹27.13 crore for 1.85 lakh PUC violations in 3 years

February 3, 2026

Bengaluru fines ₹27.13 crore for 1.85 lakh PUC violations in 3 years

Bengaluru Transport Department inspected 35 lakh vehicles from 2023-25, booking 1.85 lakh cases and collecting ₹27.13 crore fines for PUC breaches. Officials also push awareness and retrofit measures to fight pollution.

Two Arrested for Attempted Sabotage of German Naval Ships at Hamburg Port

February 3, 2026

Two Arrested for Attempted Sabotage of German Naval Ships at Hamburg Port

German and Greek authorities detained two men for trying to damage naval ships in Hamburg. The suspects tampered with safety systems and fuel lines. The arrests highlight rising worries about sabotage in Europe amid ongoing tensions with Russia.

Texas Republicans Blame Indian Voters for Senate District 9 Loss Amid Rising Anti-Indian Sentiment

February 3, 2026

Texas Republicans Blame Indian Voters for Senate District 9 Loss Amid Rising Anti-Indian Sentiment

Texas Republicans face criticism after a special election loss in Senate District 9. Some blamed Indian-American voters, triggering heated responses amid rising anti-Indian sentiment and investigations.

Bus Accident in Brazil Kills 15 Pilgrims Including Children

February 3, 2026

Bus Accident in Brazil Kills 15 Pilgrims Including Children

A bus carrying about 60 pilgrims overturned in Brazil’s Alagoas state, killing 15 people. Three children died. Some injured passengers were airlifted to hospital. An investigation is underway.

Colombian Commandos Battle Drug Gangs Amid Rising Cocaine Production and US Pressure

February 3, 2026

Colombian Commandos Battle Drug Gangs Amid Rising Cocaine Production and US Pressure

Colombia’s Jungle Commandos continue fierce operations against drug labs in the Amazon. Cocaine production hits record highs despite seizures, stirring tensions with the US.