Maratha Light Infantry to Hold Agniveer Recruitment Rally in Belagavi from Feb 21 to 25

February 4, 2026

Maratha Light Infantry to Hold Agniveer Recruitment Rally in Belagavi from Feb 21 to 25

Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre in Belagavi launches Agniveer Recruitment Rally at Shivaji Stadium from February 21-25 for posts like GD, Clerk, Tradesman. Written exam set for April 12. Age limit 17.5 to 21 years.

South Western Railway Gets ₹2,110 Crore for 61 Karnataka Station Redevelopment

February 4, 2026

South Western Railway Gets ₹2,110 Crore for 61 Karnataka Station Redevelopment

South Western Railway will redevelop 61 stations in Karnataka with ₹2,110 crore under the Amrit Station Scheme. Budget for SWR rises to ₹7,748 crore for 2026-27, expanding tracks, electrification, and premium train services.

India Agrees to Stop Buying Russian Oil, Invest $500 Billion in US in Major Trade Deal

February 4, 2026

India Agrees to Stop Buying Russian Oil, Invest $500 Billion in US in Major Trade Deal

India will stop buying Russian oil and increase oil imports from the US. Prime Minister Modi commits $500 billion in US investments. The US cuts tariffs on Indian goods in a historic trade agreement announced by White House.

Union Govt Drops Excise Duty on Raw Tobacco; Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu Welcomes Move

February 4, 2026

Union Govt Drops Excise Duty on Raw Tobacco; Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu Welcomes Move

Union Government reduces excise duty to zero on unbranded raw tobacco from February 1, 2026. Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu hails this step as a boost for tobacco farmers and small traders in the state.

Vijayapura Colleges Hold Week-long FDPs on AI in Healthcare and EV Technology

February 4, 2026

Vijayapura Colleges Hold Week-long FDPs on AI in Healthcare and EV Technology

Two week-long Faculty Development Programmes started in Vijayapura focusing on AI in smart healthcare and electric vehicle technology. Experts from Google and industry stressed importance of bridging research and industry.

Tiger Enters Diwancheruvu Forest, Schools Near Rajamahendravaram Closed

February 4, 2026

Tiger Enters Diwancheruvu Forest, Schools Near Rajamahendravaram Closed

Following a tiger's entry into Diwancheruvu Reserve Forest near Rajamahendravaram, East Godavari Collector orders school holiday within 5 km and urges public caution.

US-Russia New START Treaty Set to Expire, Raising Global Nuclear Risk

February 4, 2026

US-Russia New START Treaty Set to Expire, Raising Global Nuclear Risk

The New START nuclear treaty between the US and Russia will expire this Thursday. Without it, no formal limits will guard the world's biggest nuclear powers. Moscow warns that this marks the start of a more dangerous global phase.

Elite Wingsuit Team Dares Flight Through World's Tallest Hotel in Dubai

February 4, 2026

Elite Wingsuit Team Dares Flight Through World's Tallest Hotel in Dubai

Five XDubai wingsuit flyers soared around and through Ciel Dubai Marina, the world's tallest hotel, flying over 200 km/h. Their stunt wowed Dubai and pushed limits in extreme sports, blending thrill with the city’s rising tourism edge.

Lok Sabha Adjourned After 8 MPs Suspended Amid Opposition Protests

February 4, 2026

Lok Sabha Adjourned After 8 MPs Suspended Amid Opposition Protests

Lok Sabha was adjourned on Feb 3 after suspending 8 Opposition MPs for throwing papers. Opposition voices concern over India-US trade deal. Rahul Gandhi protests not being allowed to speak on security.

Daniel’s Room Launches at Dubai Mall: Where Art Meets Coffee and Desserts

February 4, 2026

Daniel’s Room Launches at Dubai Mall: Where Art Meets Coffee and Desserts

Dubai's Dubai Mall welcomes Daniel’s Room, a unique café by artist Daniel Arsham. Enjoy specialty coffee, limited-edition desserts, and immersive contemporary art under one roof.