February 9, 2026

Karnataka ASHA Workers to Strike; BJP MP Detained in Metro Fare Protest; Flood Control Project Launched

In Karnataka, ASHA workers plan a strike over unpaid honorarium promises, while BJP MP Tejasvi Surya was detained during a protest against metro fare hikes. Meanwhile, flood control work started for 37 villages and safety review set for Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy stadium.

February 9, 2026

Gujarat Signs Deal with Starlink for High-Speed Satellite Internet in Remote Areas

Gujarat government inks pact with Starlink for satellite-based high-speed internet in remote, border, and underserved places. The project aims to boost education, healthcare, and security.

February 9, 2026

Bird Flu Hits Annamayya and Chittoor Districts, Culling in Progress; No Human Infection Found

Avian flu confirmed in Annamayya district, with culling active under strict control. Chittoor checks bird deaths. No human cases yet. Officials urge safety and calm.

February 9, 2026

TNPCB to Set Up Fishnet Collection Centres in Tamil Nadu’s Coastal Districts to Fight Marine Litter

Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board will launch centres in four coastal districts to collect and recycle discarded fishing nets. Fishermen will get incentives to encourage participation.

February 9, 2026

35 Students Discharged After Food Poisoning at Devarapalli Ashram School; 10 Still Under Observation

At Devarapalli Tribal Welfare Ashram School, 35 students have been discharged from hospitals after falling ill from semi-cooked breakfast. Ten students remain under medical care as officials inspect food safety and hygiene.

February 9, 2026

Students Cycle 600 Km Rally to Fight Drugs and Human Trafficking

Nineteen students began a 600 km cycle rally from Vijayawada to Visakhapatnam to raise awareness against drugs, ganja, and human trafficking. Organised by Collegiate Education and Red Rope NGO, the ‘Pedal For Freedom’ rally includes flash mobs and programmes en route.

February 9, 2026

Mandya Plans Kannada Bhavan to Celebrate Kannada Culture, ₹5.5 Crore Funded

Mandya is building a Kannada Bhavan to honor the Kannada language and culture. The ₹5.5 crore project follows the success of the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana held here. Officials met to finalize the blueprint for the new cultural hub.

February 9, 2026

Man Found Dead With Suspicious Head Wound in Hong Kong Flat

A man was found dead with a suspicious head wound in his Hong Kong flat. Police are investigating after a neighbour alerted them.

February 9, 2026

China Denies US Claims of Secret Nuclear Tests, Calls Allegations ‘Outright Lies’

China has strongly rejected US accusations of secret nuclear explosive tests. Beijing called the claims false and accused the US of seeking excuses to restart its own nuclear trials. The US also proposed talks with Russia and China to limit nuclear arms.

February 9, 2026

Indian Man Chandan Kumar Shot Dead Outside Busy Toronto Mall in Broad Daylight

Chandan Kumar, a 37-year-old Indian man, was fatally shot outside a crowded mall in Toronto's Etobicoke on Sunday afternoon. Police call it a targeted attack as the city faces its third homicide of 2026.