February 9, 2026

Hong Kong Seeks Fourth Harbour Tunnel to Ease Traffic, Explores New Routes After Shelving Reclamation Plan

Hong Kong authorities are considering a fourth cross-harbour tunnel to tackle heavy congestion and support future development. The idea is being revisited after shelving a major reclamation project near Lantau Island.

February 9, 2026

Supreme Court Overturns HC Stay on Shifting Himachal OBC Commission to Dharamshala

The Supreme Court cleared the way for Himachal Pradesh to move its OBC Commission HQ from Shimla to Dharamshala. It called the issue a policy matter usually not for courts. The High Court’s interim stay was set aside but the plea will be examined after government’s reply.

February 9, 2026

China Woman Quits City Job to Live and Work on Remote Island with Plenty of Seafood

A former Beijing property manager has left city life behind to work on an uninhabited island in the East China Sea. She earns 3,000 yuan monthly, inspects fish feeding, and enjoys fresh seafood while living off the grid.

February 9, 2026

Chinese Wing Loong-X Drone Debuts at Saudi Defense Show, Targets Anti-Submarine Warfare

China showcases its advanced Wing Loong-X drone, built for anti-submarine warfare, at Saudi Arabia's defense expo. The drone offers 40 hours of flight time and 10,000km range, surpassing US Navy aircraft. Middle East market grows fast for Chinese military drones.

February 9, 2026

Supreme Court Hears Mamata Banerjee’s Plea on West Bengal SIR Exercise

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee appears before Supreme Court seeking transparency in State’s electoral roll update. Court asked Election Commission for response by February 9.