February 5, 2026

BJP Protests in Karnataka Assembly, Demands Excise Minister Resignation Over Bribery Scandal

BJP members staged a night-long dharna in Karnataka Assembly demanding Excise Minister R.B. Thimmapur resign over bribery claims backed by audio evidence and Lokayukta complaint.

February 5, 2026

Cancer Cases Rising in India; 85% Preventable Says Expert on World Cancer Day

Cancer is growing in India and Andhra Pradesh. Experts say 85% of cases can be prevented by healthy habits, vaccines, and screenings. Stop tobacco use and stay active to fight cancer.

February 5, 2026

Ceiling Plaster Falls Injuring Woman at Tirupattur Hospital's Paediatric ICU

A 45-year-old woman was injured when a ceiling plaster fell on her at the paediatric ICU in Tirupattur’s Government Hospital. The child she was caring for was shifted to a new ICU after the incident, which raised safety alarms over the old hospital building.

February 5, 2026

Florida Bills Seek to Replace 'West Bank' with 'Judea and Samaria' in Schools and State Agencies

Florida legislators propose banning the term 'West Bank' in public schools and agencies. The bill demands using 'Judea and Samaria' instead, sparking debate over historical and political narratives.

February 5, 2026

UK Aviation Authority Questions Air India Over Fuel Switch Issue in Boeing Dreamliner

UK’s Civil Aviation Authority has asked Air India to explain how a Boeing Dreamliner flew from London with a possibly faulty fuel switch, despite being grounded in India for checks. The regulator demands a detailed report within a week, warning of possible action.

February 5, 2026

Bengaluru Ranks 2nd World's Most Congested City, Struggles with Traffic Woes

Bengaluru is now the second-most congested city worldwide, says TomTom. Sharp vehicle growth and poor transport planning burden commuters daily. Despite BMTC and metro efforts, traffic chaos persists.

February 5, 2026

12 Found Guilty in Disrobing, Assault of Tribe Woman in Belagavi; Sentenced to 5 Years RI

A court in Belagavi sentenced 12 people to five years rigorous imprisonment for assaulting and disrobing a 42-year-old Scheduled Tribe woman. The incident happened after her son’s lover eloped, triggering violence and outrage in the village.

February 5, 2026

Norway's Crown Princess's Son Denies Remembering Sexual Assault Videos in Court

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway’s crown princess, faced court over sexual assault videos found on his phone. He denies remembering taking them and insists sex was consensual.

February 5, 2026

Trump Hotel Project in Belgrade Collapses Amid Legal Trouble and Public Outcry

Plans for a Trump International Hotel in Belgrade have failed. The project faced roadblocks over a protected heritage site. Culture Minister Nikola Selakovic is on trial, and Jared Kushner’s company withdrew. The deal sparked protests and political turmoil in Serbia.

February 5, 2026

UK Could Gain from €90bn EU Loan to Ukraine By Joining Defence Support

The EU approved a €90bn loan for Ukraine, offering the UK a chance to supply defence gear if it agrees to share borrowing costs. Talks continue on UK’s role, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks closer EU defence ties.