February 19, 2026

DMK MP P. Wilson Proposes Bill for Diversity in Judicial Appointments and Regional SC Benches

DMK MP P. Wilson has introduced a Bill to amend the Constitution to ensure diversity in judicial appointments and create regional benches of the Supreme Court to improve access and reduce case backlog.

February 19, 2026

US Funding Cuts Endanger Global Internet Freedom Efforts

The US has slashed funding for its Internet Freedom program, jeopardizing vital tools that help people bypass government censorship worldwide. Key groups have lost financial support, risking internet access for millions, especially in countries like Iran and China.

February 19, 2026

Sindh High Court Updates on Karachi E-Challan Rollout, Discounts Offered

Sindh High Court hears traffic police on Karachi's e-challan system. Only roads with full infrastructure are included. Early payment gets 50% discount. Hearing adjourned to March 12.

February 19, 2026

UAE Cuts Private Sector Work Hours by 2 Daily During Ramadan 1447 AH

UAE mandates a two-hour daily work reduction for private sector employees during Ramadan 1447 AH. Overtime is paid extra, and public sector hours shift too. Some workers report uneven implementation.

February 19, 2026

Councils Want Means Testing for Special Needs School Transport as Costs Soar

English councils warn of soaring costs for special needs school transport, urging the government to means test families. Annual expenses may hit £3.4bn by 2030. Campaigners fear this could block disabled children’s access to education.

February 19, 2026

37 Miners Die in Nigeria from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at Illegal Mine

At least 37 miners died and 25 were hospitalized after toxic gas exposure in an illegal mine in Plateau State, Nigeria. The government halted mining near the site for investigation.

February 19, 2026

UK Retailers Plan Job Cuts and Reduced Hours Amid Rising Costs and Economic Pessimism

UK retailers are set to cut jobs and working hours due to higher labour costs and gloomy economic outlook. Retail sector lost 74,000 jobs last year and faces more cuts as cost pressures soar, warns British Retail Consortium.

February 19, 2026

Rising US-Iran Tensions and Houthi Threats Stoke Ramadan Fears in Yemen

Yemen's capital Sanaa faces growing fear this Ramadan amid escalating US-Iran tensions and Houthi threats. Memories of deadly air strikes during last Ramadan haunt many, raising worries of renewed violence.

February 19, 2026

EU Subsidizes Beef, Lamb 580 Times More Than Legumes, Report Finds

A new report shows the EU gives 580 times more subsidies to beef and lamb than to legumes. Meat and dairy get heavy support despite health and climate warnings. Experts say policy should shift to plant-based diets.

February 19, 2026

Bail Conditions Eased for Protester Eyad Shadid After Isaac Herzog Rally in Sydney

Eyad Shadid, charged during an anti-Herzog protest in Sydney, had his bail terms eased by court for being overly harsh. NSW police apologized to Muslim worshipers after a rally clash.