February 8, 2026

NHAI to Build 650m Soundproof Wall Near Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary on Mysuru–Kushalnagar Highway

To protect birds near Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, NHAI will build a 650-meter soundproof wall along Mysuru–Kushalnagar highway. The move aims to cut traffic noise and protect wildlife while improving travel between Bengaluru and Kushalnagar.

February 8, 2026

Portugal's Presidential Runoff: Seguro Set to Defeat Ventura in Key Vote

Portugal votes today in a runoff between centre-left António José Seguro and far-right André Ventura. Seguro is the strong favourite to win. Ventura's rise marks a shift in Portuguese politics. Results expected by late night.

February 8, 2026

NYC Mayor Faces Media Storm Over Bidet Plans, Sparks Culture Clash

New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s bid to install bidets in the mayoral residence triggered a media frenzy calling it an “elite luxury.” Despite backlash, his approval ratings stay high, highlighting cultural bias in American media.

February 8, 2026

PTI Holds Nationwide Strike and Protests Over 2024 Election Rigging Claims

Markets partly shut in Peshawar and open in Lahore, Islamabad amid PTI-led nationwide strike protesting 2024 polls rigging. The party also mourns Islamabad bombing victims and maintains protests despite police action.

February 8, 2026

Meghalaya Police Target Illegal Coal Mine Owners After Deadly Blast Claims 27 Lives

After a deadly blast killed 27 miners in East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya police intensify action. They seek owners and financiers behind illegal rat-hole mining that threatens lives and environment.

February 8, 2026

Six Arrested After Protest Clashes and Railway Sabotage in Milan During Winter Olympics

In Milan, six protesters were arrested after violent clashes with police during Winter Olympics protests. Police used water cannons against stone-throwers. Meanwhile, railway sabotage caused major delays in northern Italy. Officials link unrest to new protest laws and condemn attacks as criminal acts.

February 8, 2026

8 Dead in Biotech Factory Blast in China's Shanxi Province

A deadly blast at a biotech factory in Shanxi, China, killed eight people. Rescue ended and investigation is ongoing as smoke still billows from the site.

February 8, 2026

Hong Kong's Headquarters Economy Sparks Commercial Office Market Recovery in 2025

Hong Kong’s headquarters economy is reviving its commercial property market. Office leasing rose sharply in 2025, rents stabilized, and investor confidence is growing, signaling a robust comeback in the city’s prime office spaces.

February 8, 2026

Australia's Stunning Climate: Deserts Meet Rainforests and Coral Reefs

Australia is a land of contrasts where dry deserts and lush rainforests exist side by side. Its unique geography creates extreme climates that surprise travellers and scientists alike.

February 8, 2026

UAE Green Visa vs Golden Visa: Two Long-Term Residency Paths for Professionals and Investors

The UAE offers Green and Golden Visas as long-term residency options. Green Visa suits skilled professionals and mid-level investors for 5 years. Golden Visa targets high-value investors and exceptional talents with 5 or 10-year stays and wider benefits.