February 5, 2026

WorkSafe WA Probes Kayak Rental After Family Washed 14km Out to Sea in Quindalup

A family was swept 14km from shore while using rented kayak and paddleboards in Quindalup. WorkSafe WA and maritime authorities are investigating the incident. Experts warn inflatables act like sails in offshore winds, urging serious beach safety caution.

February 5, 2026

Gaza Hospital Struggles to Care for Malnourished Newborns Despite Ceasefire Aid

Three months into a fragile ceasefire, a Gaza hospital still sees many malnourished mothers giving birth to underweight or premature babies. Aid has improved but remains insufficient, says the UN, while Israel claims it is meeting ceasefire aid commitments.

February 5, 2026

Lok Sabha Passes Motion of Thanks Without PM Modi's Reply Amid Opposition Protests

On February 5, 2026, Lok Sabha passed the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address without Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reply. Opposition protests caused disruptions and rejected their amendments. Congress recalled past incidents where PM Manmohan Singh was stopped from replying.

February 5, 2026

Supreme Court Clears Way for Tamil Nadu to Appoint University Vice-Chancellors

The Supreme Court overturned a Madras High Court stay on Tamil Nadu's law to appoint Vice-Chancellors. Fresh hearing ordered with a six-week deadline.

February 5, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear PIL on Seizing Symbols of Parties Offering Irrational Freebies

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL in March seeking to seize symbols or deregister parties promising or giving irrational freebies during elections. The petition says such freebies harm democracy and break election rules.

February 5, 2026

Kerala Assembly Demands Centre Restore MGNREGS, Rejects New VB-G RAM G Scheme

Kerala Assembly passed a resolution demanding the Centre withdraw VB-G RAM G and restore MGNREGS. The new scheme imposes heavy costs on States, Kerala says.

February 5, 2026

ITMS Cameras Spot 19.27 Lakh Traffic Violations on Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway; Over 90% Fines Unpaid

ITMS cameras installed on Mysuru-Bengaluru highway recorded 19.27 lakh traffic violations in 2024-25. Yet, motorists have paid just 9.5% of the ₹133.86 crore in fines.

February 5, 2026

DEA Shuts Down 200+ India-Linked Online Pharmacies, Arrests Four in Drug Crackdown

The DEA has closed over 200 websites tied to an India-based gang selling deadly counterfeit drugs in the US. Four arrested as part of Operation Meltdown targeting fake online pharmacies.

February 5, 2026

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February 5, 2026

Ambati Mounika Accuses TDP MLA Galla Madhavi of Attack on Family Home, Office Set on Fire

Ambati Mounika, daughter of YSRCP leader, alleges TDP MLA Galla Madhavi led a violent attack on their house and office in Guntur West. Videos show the MLA at the scene. The MLA denies allegations, calling them politically motivated.