February 7, 2026

Disabled Voters Face Hardships During West Bengal Voter List Revision Amid SIR Process

Disabled voters in West Bengal, including Arpita Banerjee, report trauma and long waits during voter list hearings. Despite Election Commission rules for exemptions, many face hardships and humiliation.

February 7, 2026

Illegal Rat-Hole Mine Blast in Meghalaya Kills 18 Workers, Urges Stronger Action

An illegal coal mine blast in Meghalaya killed 18 workers on February 5. Experts call for stricter laws, better enforcement, and new income sources for miners.

February 7, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Lead Rare Earth Minerals Mining with Central Budget Support

Andhra Pradesh, rich in high-quality Rare Earth Minerals like monazite and ilmenite, is gearing up to boost mining and processing. The Central government’s 2026 budget includes support for Rare Earth Corridors in the state, helping it become a key mineral supplier soon.

February 7, 2026

Farmers Block Forest Officials at Kolleru Sanctuary Over Illegal Fish Tanks

Tension rises as farmers in Paidichintapadu village block forest officials from entering Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary. The protest opposes demolition of illegal fish tanks affecting their livelihood, amid ongoing legal and environmental disputes.

February 7, 2026

IISc Hikes BSc Research Tuition Fee to ₹80,000 from 2026-27

IISc will increase its Bachelor of Science (Research) tuition fee from ₹10,000 to ₹80,000 per year starting 2026-27. PhD and some master's courses fees will also rise. The hike applies only to new students. Reserved and EWS category students will get financial support.

February 7, 2026

Karnataka High Court Stays FIR Probe Against Drone Company, Questions Police Conduct

Karnataka High Court stays police investigation into FIR against Bengaluru drone firm Newspace Research. Court questions police inspector for denying FIR copy and demanding sensitive company data.

February 7, 2026

Tiger From Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve Tranquilised After 650 km Trek To East Godavari

A male tiger traveled over 650 km from Maharashtra to Andhra Pradesh and was tranquilised in East Godavari after 53 days. It moved through forests, swam rivers, and hunted cattle but avoided humans.

February 7, 2026

Congress Vote Share Trails DMK In Tamil Nadu Alliance Except 2004

Congress claims 10-12% value in DMK-led alliance for Tamil Nadu elections. Analysis shows Congress rarely outperforms DMK in vote share since 2004, except once.

February 7, 2026

£4m Legal Fight Over Picasso Links Farage Backer to Auction Dispute

Sasan Ghandehari, who paid for Nigel Farage's Davos trip, faces a £4m legal battle with Christie's over a Picasso painting. Christie’s claims Ghandehari hasn’t paid and raises doubts about financial transparency. Court documents reveal offshore trust ties and complex ownership of art and firms connected to the case.

February 7, 2026

Police Search Peter Mandelson's Properties in Epstein Information Leak Probe

Met Police search two properties linked to Peter Mandelson in an investigation about passing sensitive info to Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson, 72, faces ongoing probe; no arrest yet.