February 9, 2026

Ongole ACB Catches Panchayat Secretary Taking ₹55,000 Bribe in Prakasam

The Ongole Anti-Corruption Bureau caught panchayat secretary Jangala Sampath Kumar red-handed taking ₹55,000 bribe from a contractor for clearing bills. The arrest happened at the village secretariat in Kothapatnam mandal. The accused will face the ACB Special Court in Nellore.

February 9, 2026

NHAI Opens New Elevated Corridor on Chennai-Bengaluru Highway to Ease Traffic in Ranipet

The National Highways Authority of India launched a new elevated corridor above a ₹22-crore underpass on NH48 in Ranipet. It aims to reduce traffic jams and accidents, especially at night. Initially, ambulances and government buses can use it. Streetlights and safety features are planned soon.

February 9, 2026

Varun Kumar Arrested in Thiruvalla Spa Gangrape Case, Police Hunt Continues

Varun Kumar, 36, was arrested in connection with the gangrape at a Thiruvalla ayurvedic spa. Police have now detained three suspects and are searching for the remaining accused.

February 9, 2026

Karnataka High Court Allows No-Confidence Motions Against GP Presidents Anytime After 15 Months

The Karnataka High Court ruled that no-confidence motions can be moved against grama panchayat presidents or vice-presidents anytime after 15 months from their oath, even near the end of their term. This keeps elected officials accountable throughout their term, says the court.

February 9, 2026

KDSS Protests Supreme Court Stay on UGC Equity Rules, Demands Quick Action

Karnataka Dalit Sangharsh Samiti holds a protest demanding swift enforcement of UGC's 2026 equity regulations. They criticise the Supreme Court's stay and highlight caste discrimination and student suicides in Indian universities.

February 9, 2026

Hukkeri Couple Organizes Adopted Son's Wedding in Veerashaiva Lingayat Style

In Hukkeri, a retired KSRTC driver and his wife joyfully hosted their adopted son's wedding following Veerashaiva Lingayat customs. The couple, who raised two orphaned boys, now sees Somashekar happily married, spreading a message of unity and love.

February 9, 2026

Kidney Drug Finerenone Shows Promise in Restoring Fertility for Infertile Women

A Hong Kong study reveals that finerenone, a diabetes kidney drug, might help infertile women with premature ovarian insufficiency by awakening dormant follicles and aiding egg development.

February 9, 2026

ByteDance’s Seedance 2.0 AI Model Sparks Stock Rally in China’s Video Tech Race

ByteDance launched Seedance 2.0, a new AI video model that creates lifelike videos with smooth visuals. Early users praise its realism. Stocks in media and AI firms jumped on the news.

February 9, 2026

China's AI Race Heats Up with Alibaba's Qwen-3.5 and a New 'Stealth' Model

China's tech giants gear up to launch new AI models this week. Alibaba reveals Qwen-3.5, a powerful multimodal AI, while a secret 'stealth' model joins the race.

February 9, 2026

Embankment Collapses, Bridge Sinking on Kerala’s NH 66 Raise Safety Concerns

Parts of embankments on Kerala’s NH 66 have collapsed and a bridge pillar has sunk. Experts urge strict IRC norm adherence. Repairs are underway but delays are expected.