February 1, 2026

5-Year-Old Boy and Father Released by ICE, Return to Minnesota

A 5-year-old boy and his father, detained by ICE in Texas, have been released and returned to Minnesota after a federal judge ordered their release. The case drew national attention and protests.

February 1, 2026

Union Budget 2026: Agriculture Sector Gets 2.6% Boost, Farmers Seek More Support

The Union Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹1.30 lakh crore to agriculture, a 2.6% rise from last year. Fertiliser allocation rises 8.5%. Farmers demand MSP and debt reliefs remain unmet.

February 1, 2026

Russian Drone Attack Kills 12 Mine Workers in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Region

A Russian drone hit a bus carrying mine workers in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk, killing 12 and injuring 7. The attack happened far from the front line, raising tensions during ongoing peace talks.

February 1, 2026

Mexico Fines Zinc Nacional $4.8M, Launches Latin America's First Industrial Air Monitoring Network

Mexico is fighting heavy industrial pollution in Monterrey with $4.8 million fines on Zinc Nacional and a new air-monitoring network, marking a historic step for environmental justice.

February 1, 2026

Union Budget 2026-27 Boosts Tourism With Guide Training and New Hospitality Institute

Union Budget 2026-27 plans to upskill 10,000 tourist guides, launch a National Hospitality Institute, and create cultural trails to boost tourism and local jobs.

February 1, 2026

Union Budget 2026: Mixed Reactions on Jobs, Women Relief, and Education Support

India’s 2026 Union Budget has sparked mixed feelings. Youth see promise in tech jobs; women seek more relief. Experts stress needs in education, health, and rural reach. Some applaud job focus and healthcare aid amid rising costs.

February 1, 2026

Experts Call Union Budget 2026-27 Healthcare Allocation Minimal, Focused More on Pharmaceuticals than Primary Care

Experts say India’s Union Budget 2026-27 provides minimal healthcare relief. They expect better support for primary care and less focus on pharma and medical tourism. Key measures include customs duty cuts on cancer drugs but limited price benefits for patients.

February 1, 2026

Union Budget 2026 Focuses on Growth, Jobs and Infrastructure in Poll-Bound States

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Budget 2026 to boost productivity, generate jobs, and invest heavily in infrastructure, targeting key states ahead of elections.

February 1, 2026

Italy Investigates After Angel Statue in Rome Resembles PM Giorgia Meloni

An angel statue restored in a Rome church now looks like Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The culture ministry and the church have launched probes. Restorer Bruno Valentinetti denies any political motive, saying he preserved the original 25-year-old design.

February 1, 2026

Kerala to Fix School Staff Using Students' UID to Stop Fake Admissions

Kerala govt will fix school staff based on students' UID to prevent fake admissions causing financial losses. Minister V. Sivankutty confirmed Aadhaar-based system upheld by courts. Disabled reservation moves also underway.