India’s Coffee Sector Shifts Focus to Quality, Eyes Growth at 2026 Coffee Festival

February 10, 2026

India’s Coffee Sector Shifts Focus to Quality, Eyes Growth at 2026 Coffee Festival

India’s coffee industry is moving beyond commodities to focus on quality. The India International Coffee Festival 2026 in Bengaluru showcases this shift. Experts expect exports to rise, thanks to a new US trade deal cutting tariffs to zero.

Iran May Dilute Uranium to End Sanctions: Atomic Chief Signals Flexibility in US Talks

February 10, 2026

Iran May Dilute Uranium to End Sanctions: Atomic Chief Signals Flexibility in US Talks

Iran’s atomic chief said Tehran might dilute its highly enriched uranium if all sanctions are lifted. Talks with the US resumed in Oman last week via Omani mediators. Iran insisted on its nuclear rights and demands full sanction relief as the next negotiations await scheduling.

Islamabad Imambargah Suicide Attack Death Toll Rises to 38, Over 150 Injured

February 10, 2026

Islamabad Imambargah Suicide Attack Death Toll Rises to 38, Over 150 Injured

The suicide blast at Islamabad's imambargah has claimed 38 lives and injured over 150. Hospitals confirm rising deaths. Police arrest four suspects, including the mastermind.

US Seizes Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean, Enforces Trump’s Blockade

February 10, 2026

US Seizes Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean, Enforces Trump’s Blockade

The US military captured a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Indian Ocean, showing its strong will to enforce Trump's oil blockade on Venezuela even far from home. The Pentagon tracked the vessel from the Caribbean and raided it with armed forces, stopping 700,000 barrels of oil.

White House Proposal Makes It Harder for Fired Federal Workers to Appeal

February 10, 2026

White House Proposal Makes It Harder for Fired Federal Workers to Appeal

The Trump administration plans to limit fired federal employees' rights to appeal by removing independent board review. Instead, appeals would go directly to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), reducing workers' chances to challenge dismissals.

First Legal Wild Beaver Release in England Brings Hope for Nature

February 10, 2026

First Legal Wild Beaver Release in England Brings Hope for Nature

England sees its first legal release of wild beavers into a river system at Cornwall's Helman Tor reserve. Four beavers from Cheshire and Dorset now start a new chapter in wildlife restoration.

Singapore's Household Income Rises 6.8% in 2025, Beats Inflation, PM Says

February 10, 2026

Singapore's Household Income Rises 6.8% in 2025, Beats Inflation, PM Says

Singapore's median household income increased 6.8% in 2025 after inflation, reaching S$12,446. PM Lawrence Wong highlights stronger wage growth for lower-income workers.

SHRC orders Kochi Corporation to take charge of traffic signals and fix faults urgently

February 10, 2026

SHRC orders Kochi Corporation to take charge of traffic signals and fix faults urgently

The State Human Rights Commission has directed that Kochi Corporation take over traffic signals from Cochin Smart Mission Limited and urgently repair faulty signals like those at Vyttila and Kadavanthra.

TMC Councillor Arrested for Deadly Assault Over Illegal Construction in Barrackpore

February 10, 2026

TMC Councillor Arrested for Deadly Assault Over Illegal Construction in Barrackpore

TMC councillor Rabindranath Bhattacharya was arrested for allegedly assaulting an 81-year-old man, who later died. The party suspended him for six years. The case relates to a dispute over illegal construction in Barrackpore.

Byappanahalli Police Nab Serial Housebreaker with ₹1.84 Crore Stolen Gold

February 10, 2026

Byappanahalli Police Nab Serial Housebreaker with ₹1.84 Crore Stolen Gold

Byappanahalli Police arrested Abbigere Raja, a 43-year-old serial housebreaker. They seized gold ornaments and valuables worth ₹1.84 crore. He confessed to four burglaries and selling stolen gold in multiple locations.