February 14, 2026

Indus River Flow Up 8%, Ganga River Falls 17% Since 1980: Study

A study finds the Indus River flow increased 8% while the Ganga's flow dropped 17% between 1980 and 2021. Rising rainfall boosts the Indus, but groundwater pumping and less rain hurt the Ganga. Experts warn urgent changes in water use and management are needed in South Asia.

February 14, 2026

Mysuru Officials Clear 6.10 Acres of Encroached Government Land in Kurubarahalli

A team led by Mysuru Tahsildar K.M. Mahesh Kumar cleared 6.10 acres of encroached government land in Kurubarahalli village. The land was reclaimed after MLA T.S. Srivatsa demanded swift action on encroachment near Chamundi foothills.

February 14, 2026

Hampi Utsav 2026 Kicks Off with Spectacular Kite Festival in Vijayanagara

Hampi Utsav 2026 began with a bright kite festival at Vijayanagara College grounds. Kites shaped like horses, octopuses, and patriotic messages painted the sky. Hundreds watched this colorful start to the three-day cultural feast.

February 14, 2026

New Rocky Planet Beyond Gas Giants Challenges Planet Formation Theories

Astronomers using ESA’s Cheops telescope found a rocky planet orbiting farther out than two gas giants around a red dwarf star. This upends ideas that close planets are rocky and distant ones are gaseous. The ‘late bloomer’ planet might have formed after gas ran out, and could be habitable with temps around 60ºC.

February 14, 2026

Traffic Alert: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Faces Heavy Congestion as Zhuhai Link Closes

Traffic on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge will surge from Sunday due to the closure of a key Zhuhai link for repairs and Lunar New Year travel. Authorities warn of heavy congestion and ask travelers to plan ahead.