February 3, 2026

GSI to Probe Land Subsidence in Central Godavari Delta Affecting Thousands of Acres

GSI Hyderabad begins investigating land subsidence in Central Godavari Delta tied to a stalled 350-km irrigation drain. Farmers lost crops on 10,000 acres due to seawater intrusion and sinking land, say officials.

February 3, 2026

Two Arrested for Attempted Sabotage of German Naval Ships at Hamburg Port

German and Greek authorities detained two men for trying to damage naval ships in Hamburg. The suspects tampered with safety systems and fuel lines. The arrests highlight rising worries about sabotage in Europe amid ongoing tensions with Russia.

February 3, 2026

Texas Republicans Blame Indian Voters for Senate District 9 Loss Amid Rising Anti-Indian Sentiment

Texas Republicans face criticism after a special election loss in Senate District 9. Some blamed Indian-American voters, triggering heated responses amid rising anti-Indian sentiment and investigations.

February 3, 2026

Bus Accident in Brazil Kills 15 Pilgrims Including Children

A bus carrying about 60 pilgrims overturned in Brazil’s Alagoas state, killing 15 people. Three children died. Some injured passengers were airlifted to hospital. An investigation is underway.

February 3, 2026

Seven Million Cancers a Year Can Be Prevented: WHO Report

A new WHO study finds 37% of global cancers can be prevented yearly by avoiding infections, quitting smoking, and tackling pollution. Around 7 million cancer cases could be stopped with lifestyle changes and vaccines.

February 3, 2026

Colombian Commandos Battle Drug Gangs Amid Rising Cocaine Production and US Pressure

Colombia’s Jungle Commandos continue fierce operations against drug labs in the Amazon. Cocaine production hits record highs despite seizures, stirring tensions with the US.

February 3, 2026

India Successfully Tests Advanced Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet Technology

DRDO has successfully flight-tested the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology. This achievement makes India one of few nations to master this missile tech, enhancing its defense capabilities.

February 3, 2026

TOI World Desk Delivers Fresh Global News with Strong Privacy Promise

TOI World Desk offers round-the-clock global news with accuracy and depth. They promise not to share your personal data for ads, ensuring privacy and trust.

February 3, 2026

SBA Bars Green Card Holders from Business Loans Starting March 1

From March 1, the SBA will not give loans to businesses owned by Green Card holders. Only US citizen owners can apply. Democrats call it an attack on immigrant entrepreneurs.

February 3, 2026

Kadapa Police Arrest Four, Including Two Minors, in Yerraguntla House Burglary; Gold Worth 210 Grams Recovered

Kadapa police arrested four youths, including two minors, for breaking into a Yerraguntla house and stealing gold ornaments weighing 210 grams. The accused were caught on Muddanur-Kadapa road after a complaint by the victim.