February 5, 2026

Kerala Police Nab Pick-Up Van Carrying 100+ Boxes of Explosives Near Palakkad

Police in Kerala seized a pick-up van carrying more than 100 boxes of gelatin sticks and 20 boxes of detonators hidden under watermelons near Palakkad. The driver, caught fleeing, said the explosives were from Coimbatore and meant for a quarry in Thrissur.

February 5, 2026

Parliament Continues Motion of Thanks Debate Amid Disruptions in Budget Session 2026

Both Houses of Parliament are discussing the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address. Lok Sabha faced disruptions, delaying PM Modi's reply. The Budget Session runs till April 2 with a break mid-February.

February 5, 2026

Saudi Arabia Launches Camel Passport to Track and Regulate Camels Nationwide

Saudi Arabia introduces the Camel Passport, a new system giving each camel an official ID with health and ownership details. This move boosts market trust, improves breeding, and supports the livestock sector’s growth.

February 5, 2026

South Africa’s Mponeng: The World’s Deepest, Hottest Gold Mine

The Mponeng Gold Mine in South Africa plunges 4 km underground, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Around 4,000 miners work amid 140°F heat cooled by ice pumps. It produced nearly 200,000 ounces of gold in 2022 and may operate until 2029.

February 5, 2026

Queensland Man Faces 596 Child Abuse Charges for Grooming Kids Online

A 27-year-old Queensland man is charged with 596 offenses for grooming children aged 7-15 using fake online profiles. Police identified 259 victims from 23,000 photos and videos. The man faces serious charges including producing abuse material and child sexual activity. The investigation involved experts and police worldwide.

February 5, 2026

Australia Charges Man for Abuse of 459 Children via Social Media and Gaming Platforms

A 27-year-old man in Australia faced 596 charges for abusing 459 children on social media and gaming sites. Police found over 23,000 abusive images, identifying 360 victims so far.

February 5, 2026

SA Police Name Household Member Suspect in Four-Year-Old Gus Lamont’s Disappearance

South Australia police now suspect someone living with four-year-old Gus Lamont, who vanished from his family’s outback home over four months ago. The case is declared a major crime as the search continues for answers.

February 5, 2026

Delhi Police Arrests Al Falah University Chairman Over Forgery After Delhi Blast

Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, Al Falah University chairman, arrested by Delhi Police after UGC filed complaint on irregularities and forgery linked to Delhi blast. Four-day police custody granted.

February 5, 2026

India Considers Social Media Ban for Children Under 16, Following Australia's Lead

Indian states and policymakers are exploring a ban on social media for children under 16. Inspired by Australia's law, several ministers are studying its impact to protect kids from online risks. Experts warn of enforcement challenges, but the debate is gaining momentum across India.

February 5, 2026

Gen Z uprising topples autocrat in Bangladesh, but old parties eye election win

Young protestors in Bangladesh ousted autocrat Sheikh Hasina, sparking hope for change. Yet with her party banned, old political forces like Jamaat-e-Islami and BNP are poised to win the upcoming election, overshadowing the fractured student movement.