February 18, 2026

Vijayawada Launches High-Tech 'Road Doctor' to Fix Roads, Cut Pollution

Vijayawada unveils 'Road Doctor,' an advanced infrared road repair machine costing ₹1.48 crore. It promises quicker pothole repairs and cuts pollution by 98%. The move is backed by NCAP funds and aims to improve city roads efficiently.

February 18, 2026

Humans Can Trigger Minor Quakes, Study Shows Managing Injection Cuts Risks

Human actions such as fluid injection and large crowd movements can cause minor earthquakes, but new research shows controlling injection rates can reduce these quakes, offering a way to manage earthquake risks.

February 18, 2026

China Taps Foreign Tourists to Boost Lunar New Year Spending Feast

China plans a big consumption drive during Lunar New Year to attract more foreign tourists and boost spending. The government launched new initiatives and multilingual guides to showcase cultural traditions. Experts see huge potential as inbound tourism spending is just 0.5% of GDP, much lower than global averages.

February 18, 2026

Shivamogga Removes Faulty Road Humps After Fatal Accident

After a tragic accident caused by a faulty speed bump on Shivamogga's Savalanga Road, the City Corporation is removing unsafe humps and reviewing road safety standards citywide.

February 18, 2026

Kerala’s Tribal Villages Celebrate Sivaratri with Rare Mankooth Dance Ritual

On Sivaratri, tribes in Idukki's Anchunad hills bring alive Mankooth, an ancient dance symbolizing deer hunting. Residents from Vattavada and nearby villages join to preserve this unique cultural tradition.