AP Government Decriminalises 42 Minor Offences to Boost Ease of Doing Business

February 10, 2026

AP Government Decriminalises 42 Minor Offences to Boost Ease of Doing Business

Andhra Pradesh begins Phase I of decriminalising 42 minor offences under 13 Acts to ease business rules. This move aims to cut fines, replace jail terms with civil penalties, and promote trust-based governance by month-end.

YUVOTSAVA 2026 Kicks Off at JSS AHER with Grand Cultural Fest

February 10, 2026

YUVOTSAVA 2026 Kicks Off at JSS AHER with Grand Cultural Fest

The 39th Inter-University South-West Zone Youth Festival, YUVOTSAVA 2026, began at JSS Academy Mysuru with colorful dances and cultural shows. Students from many universities will compete over five days.

Kerala Launches Amnesty for Undeclared Wildlife Articles After Mohanlal Ivory Case

February 10, 2026

Kerala Launches Amnesty for Undeclared Wildlife Articles After Mohanlal Ivory Case

Kerala Forest Department announces a one-time amnesty scheme for owners of undeclared wildlife articles. The move follows a High Court judgment cancelling ivory ownership certificates issued to actor Mohanlal. The amnesty lets people declare or surrender such articles without prosecution, but only for legal possessions.

US Navy Yeoman Charles Radford Leaked Secret Docs on 1971 India-Pakistan War Exposing Nixon-Kissinger Diplomacy

February 10, 2026

US Navy Yeoman Charles Radford Leaked Secret Docs on 1971 India-Pakistan War Exposing Nixon-Kissinger Diplomacy

In the 1970s, Navy yeoman Charles Radford secretly copied classified US documents about the 1971 India-Pakistan war. His leaks exposed Nixon and Kissinger’s hidden support for Pakistan and military back-channel dealings with China. The scandal revealed tension between US military and civilian leaders and stayed secret for decades.

China Keeps Fossil Fuels Key to Energy Security Amid Global Uncertainty

February 10, 2026

China Keeps Fossil Fuels Key to Energy Security Amid Global Uncertainty

China is boosting oil and gas production to protect its economy from global shocks. It supports both fossil fuels and clean energy to create a strong, stable energy mix.

Trump Appoints 33 Judges With Military Roots, Changes Immigration Appeals Process

February 10, 2026

Trump Appoints 33 Judges With Military Roots, Changes Immigration Appeals Process

The Trump administration has sworn in 33 new immigration judges, half with military backgrounds, ahead of a fast-track rule to cut immigration appeal times to 10 days. Experts say this move could reshape immigration courts more than ICE actions. Over 3 million cases await decisions nationwide.

UK Schools Ban Skirts to Boost Inclusivity and Cut Uniform Hassles

February 10, 2026

UK Schools Ban Skirts to Boost Inclusivity and Cut Uniform Hassles

Several UK schools have banned skirts in uniforms to reduce monitoring issues and promote gender-neutral clothing. New laws restrict branded items, causing more schools to adopt trousers-only policies. Some experts and parents oppose the ban, saying it limits girls’ choices and expression.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches Six New Air Quality Monitoring Stations

February 10, 2026

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches Six New Air Quality Monitoring Stations

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated six new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System (CAAQMS) stations. She said pollution control needs year-round effort to keep city air clean.

Six Men Arrested in Durham Region Human Trafficking Probe Targeting Minors

February 10, 2026

Six Men Arrested in Durham Region Human Trafficking Probe Targeting Minors

Durham police nab six men in Project Firebird. They face 19 charges including luring and obtaining sexual services from underage victims. All released on court undertakings.

Allahabad HC Quashes Case Against Lucknow RWA Over RSS Name Misuse in Parking Dispute

February 10, 2026

Allahabad HC Quashes Case Against Lucknow RWA Over RSS Name Misuse in Parking Dispute

Allahabad High Court on Feb 9, 2026, dismissed criminal charges against Lucknow RWA leaders. The case involved a parking fight where RSS's name was misused, says the court.