February 9, 2026

Madikeri CMC Bans Open Defecation and Urination, Imposes Heavy Fines for Violations

Madikeri City Municipal Council prohibits open defecation and urination in public places. Fines range from ₹500 to ₹2,000 for violations. All 23 wards adhere to ODF standards.

February 9, 2026

SpaceX Shifts Focus from Mars to Building a Moon City, Elon Musk Says

SpaceX is changing plans. Instead of Mars, the company now aims to build a city on the moon first. Elon Musk says the moon city can happen in less than 10 years, while Mars missions will take over 20 years.

February 9, 2026

Nifty Holds Range, Experts Advise Buying Dips Ahead of Weekly Expiry

Nifty stayed range-bound despite positive momentum. Experts see strong buying support at 25,700 and target 26,000-26,100. Market may remain choppy due to overbought signals.

February 9, 2026

India-US Trade Deal Lifts Marine Exports and Shrimp Industry in 2025

The India-US trade deal cuts tariffs, boosting Indian marine exports. Shrimp exports to the US may recover as stocks of top exporters jump up to 31%. Analysts expect a slow but steady rebound in 2026.

February 9, 2026

Massive Fire Destroys Scrapyard Godowns in Mysuru's Kesare Area

Early morning fire at Kesare scrapyard in Mysuru destroyed several godowns. Firefighters battled flames for hours. Copper wire burning likely cause. No casualties reported.

February 9, 2026

Terror Suspect Abdul Rehman Murdered Inside Neemka Jail, Faridabad

Abdul Rehman, held for terror charges, was killed inside Neemka Jail by inmate Arun Choudhary. The attack happened early Monday, police confirm. Investigation is ongoing.

February 9, 2026

China’s Push to Cut Soybean Meal in Feed Hits Roadblock Amid Rising Imports

China aims to lower soybean meal use in animal feed to reduce import dependence. But latest data show no drop from last year’s 13.4%. High costs and slow uptake of alternatives stall progress, while imports hit record 111.83 million tonnes.

February 9, 2026

Supreme Court Upholds Prayer Restrictions at Nellithoppu Dargah During Festivals

The Supreme Court refused to hear a challenge to Madras High Court orders limiting namaz at Nellithoppu Dargah to Ramzan and Bakrid only. The petition argued these limits exceed constitutional rights, but the Court dismissed the plea.

February 9, 2026

UAE Public School Registration Opens Feb 9 for 2026–27 Academic Year

The UAE Ministry of Education announces a fixed registration window from 9 February to 6 March 2026 for public school enrolments. Early registration helps schools prepare classrooms, staff, and transport for a smooth academic year start.

February 9, 2026

Pakistan Pushes to Boost Trade with EU Under GSP-Plus Framework

Deputy PM Mohammad Ishaq Dar led a key meeting to strengthen Pakistan-EU trade relations, focusing on the GSP-Plus scheme that aids Pakistani exports. The EU extended GSP-Plus benefits until 2027, supporting major sectors like textiles and leather goods.