February 9, 2026

Hyderabad Water Supply Disrupted for 40 Hours Due to Major Pipeline Leaks

Hyderabad will see a 40-hour water supply disruption from 6 a.m. Wednesday due to leaks in the Manjeera Phase-2 pipeline. Some areas will have low pressure; others no water at all. Maintenance ends by 10 p.m. Thursday.

February 9, 2026

IBCA Summit Begins at Bandipur with 39 Delegates from 23 Countries for Big Cat Conservation

The International Big Cat Alliance Summit kicked off at Bandipur Tiger Reserve with 39 delegates from 23 countries attending technical sessions and field visits. India leads with 70% of the world’s tiger population and 35% of leopards. Sessions cover various wildlife conservation topics from February 9 to 13.

February 9, 2026

Hong Kong Airlines Flight Issues Mayday Call Over Fuel Emergency Amid Taipei Runway Closure

A Hong Kong Airlines flight made a mayday call over fuel emergency after debris forced three planes to circle above Taiwan's Taoyuan Airport. The plane landed nearly an hour late.

February 9, 2026

Major Fire Erupts at Rawat Industrial Estate Factory, Rescue 1122 Battles Blaze

A huge fire broke out at a factory in Rawat Industrial Estate, Rawalpindi. Rescue teams worked for hours to control the flames. Fire safety notices for high-rises were also issued earlier this month.

February 9, 2026

Hong Kong Police Raid Lawyer's Office in Major Crash-For-Cash Scam Probe

Hong Kong police raided a lawyer’s office as part of a crackdown on crash-for-cash scams. Over 100 suspicious cases and a largest fake claim of HK$800,000 are under probe.

February 9, 2026

Hindu Groups Protest Against YSRCP Over Adulterated Ghee in Tirumala Laddu Prasadam

Hindu representatives protested at Tirupati demanding strict action against YSRCP leaders accused of using adulterated ghee in Tirumala Laddu Prasadam. They called for a fast-track court and a judicial inquiry.

February 9, 2026

US Embassy in London Rejects Visas for Those with Minor Criminal Records

The US embassy in London is denying visas to applicants with even minor past criminal issues, including top business executives. This new strict policy comes alongside delayed H-1B visa processing in India.

February 9, 2026

Abandoned Oil Tankers Surge Hits Merchant Sailors Hard Amid Shadow Fleet Rise

In 2025, 410 commercial ships were abandoned worldwide, leaving over 6,200 sailors stranded without pay or supplies. Shadow fleets under flags of convenience, linked to sanctioned countries, are driving this surge, putting merchant sailors like Ivan at great risk.

February 9, 2026

San Francisco Teachers Strike, Closing 120 Schools Over Pay and Benefits Dispute

For the first time in nearly 50 years, thousands of San Francisco public schoolteachers went on strike, closing all 120 district schools. They demand higher wages, better healthcare, and more support for special needs students. The standoff follows a year of talks with no agreement on salary raises or benefits.

February 9, 2026

15 Dead as Two Buildings Collapse in Lebanon's Tripoli Amid Neglect Warnings

Fifteen people died and eight were saved after two residential buildings collapsed in Tripoli, Lebanon. Authorities warn more may be missing and blame years of neglect. The city's mayor resigned, calling the situation a disaster. Government pledges full support and evacuation of unsafe buildings.