February 2, 2026

Supreme Court Seeks Response on Anti-Conversion Laws from Centre and 12 States

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and 12 States to reply within four weeks on a PIL challenging their anti-conversion laws. The case filed by the National Council of Churches in India seeks a stay on these laws.

February 2, 2026

Air India Express Cuts UAE-India Fares to AED 320 with 2026 Long-Term Travel Sale

Air India Express offers one-way flights from AED 320 between UAE and India. The Xpress More Sale runs until February 5, with travel valid until December 31, 2026. Over 5 million seats are on sale, with no convenience fees and free date changes for bookings on their app and website.

February 2, 2026

80 Kidnapped Nigerians Escape After Church Abduction in Kaduna State

Eighty worshippers kidnapped from three churches in Kaduna, Nigeria, escaped weeks after abduction and returned home, while 86 remain captive.

February 2, 2026

IMD Forecasts Warmer February with Dense Fog in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh may see warmer days and normal to warmer nights in February, says IMD. Some areas may have temperatures 2-3°C above normal later in the month. Dense fog alerts continue across several districts.

February 2, 2026

Dubai Metro Fines from Dh100 to Dh2,000 to Enforce Safety and Rules

Dubai has strict fines for Metro rule breakers, from Dh100 for minor acts to Dh2,000 for safety offenses. RTA aims to keep Metro safe, clean, and smooth as ridership grows.

February 2, 2026

Farmers Protest Tree Felling for Solar Park in Belagavi's Kavalegudda Mountain

Farmers and seer Sri Basavalinga Avadhoot protest tree cutting on Kavalegudda mountain for solar park. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar denies involvement. Forest officials order inquiry.

February 2, 2026

Saudi Ministry Sets Ramadan 2026 School Timings and Attendance Rules

For Ramadan 2026, Saudi schools will shift start times later and adjust breaks to ease fasting students’ burden. Strict rules on attendance and uniform remain. Students get around 11 school days during Ramadan with a 28-day Eid break.

February 2, 2026

CPI Demands Withdrawal of Labour Codes, Calls for Strike on Feb 12 to Protect Workers

CPI leader P. Kameswara Rao urges the Union government to withdraw all four Labour Codes. He highlights how these codes favor corporations over workers and backs a nation-wide strike on February 12 for better labour laws and minimum wage.

February 2, 2026

Iceberg A-23A After 40 Years: Breaking Apart in Warmer South Atlantic Waters

Iceberg A-23A, which calved from Antarctica in 1986, is breaking up in warmer South Atlantic seas. Once twice the size of Rhode Island, it now shrinks amid spreading meltwater and cracks. Scientists say it’s nearing its end after decades of drifting.

February 2, 2026

St. Petersburg Sees Rare 'Four Moons' Phenomenon Called Paraselene

St. Petersburg witnessed a stunning sky event with four bright spots around the Moon. This rare paraselene happens when moonlight bends through ice crystals, creating 'mock moons'.