February 8, 2026

TikTok's US Takeover Sparks Censorship Fears Among American Users

TikTok users in the US face new privacy terms and possible political content censorship after majority US ownership. Reports reveal blocked posts on sensitive topics.

February 8, 2026

US States Push to Sue Fossil Fuel Companies Over Rising Home Insurance Costs

California, Hawaii, and New York want to empower their attorneys general to sue fossil fuel firms for soaring home insurance premiums caused by climate disasters. Bills aim to hold polluters accountable and help cover residents' rising costs.

February 8, 2026

Shareholders May Revolt if Bank Chairs Weaken Climate Commitments in 2024

ShareAction plans to expose banks backtracking on climate goals. Major UK banks face scrutiny as shareholders may vote against chairs at spring meetings. The move aims to halt environmental backsliding amid rising pressure on banks to support fossil fuels.

February 8, 2026

Australia Faces Creative Arts Crisis as Enrolments and Courses Drop Sharply

Australia risks losing its creative spirit as student enrolments in arts courses drop and over 40 programs vanish. High fees under the job-ready graduate scheme are pushing students away, sparking calls for urgent government action.

February 8, 2026

Australian Defence Force Launches New Space Command Jobs to Boost Capabilities

Australia’s Defence Force is hiring for two new space command roles— an operations officer and an operations specialist. This move aims to grow its strength in space, a key new defence domain. New recruits will train at Canberra’s HMAS Harman facility, marking a big leap forward for ADF space missions.

February 8, 2026

AP SC Commission Calls for Better Civic Amenities in SC Colonies

AP SC Commission member Ravada Seetharam urged officials to improve roads, drainage, drinking water, and sanitation in SC colonies across Andhra Pradesh. He inspected multiple colonies and appealed for repairs before summer.

February 8, 2026

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi Airport Grows Rapidly, Hits 2.9 Crore Passengers in 2024-25

Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport grew from zero to a huge aviation hub in 31 months. Passenger numbers surged to 2.9 crore by 2024-25. Tech upgrades and complex expansions kept pace with growing demand.

February 8, 2026

Hardcore Criminal Baldev Raj Detained Under PSA in Jammu

Jammu police have detained Baldev Raj, a hardcore criminal from Bishnah, under the Public Safety Act. Multiple FIRs are filed against him for organised crime. He is now lodged in Bhaderwah jail.

February 8, 2026

PM Modi to Address NDA Rally in Madurai on March 1

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak at an NDA public meeting in Madurai on March 1. The event was postponed from February 28. BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran confirmed the update after the Namo Trophy Salem Marathon.

February 8, 2026

Delhi Court Declares Amira Pure Foods CMD and Director Fugitive Economic Offenders in ₹1,202 Crore Fraud

A Delhi court has declared Amira Pure Foods' ex-CMD Karan A. Chanana and director Anita Daing as fugitive economic offenders. They face bank loan fraud and money laundering charges involving ₹1,201.85 crore. Assets worth ₹123.85 crore have been ordered confiscated. The accused have fled abroad and refused to appear in court.