February 8, 2026

UIDAI Completes Biometric Updates for 1 Crore School Children Across India

UIDAI has updated biometrics of over 1 crore school children in 83,000 schools. This is vital for Aadhaar use in exams, schemes and benefits. The initiative is free for kids aged 7-15 until September 2026.

February 8, 2026

Kerala Students Launch Easy Web App to Map School Plant Diversity

Final-year BSc Geography students at Government College, Karyavattom, created a no-install web app to map plant diversity in schools. The tool simplifies field surveys and makes learning fun with instant digital maps.

February 8, 2026

Maharashtra Man Kills 6-Year-Old Daughter to Overcome Two-Child Rule for Panchayat Polls

A man from Nanded, Maharashtra, killed his six-year-old daughter to meet the two-child norm for panchayat elections. Despite loving his child, ambition led to tragedy, highlighting ongoing gender violence in India.

February 8, 2026

Maharashtra Man Kills 6-Year-Old Daughter to Overcome Two-Child Rule for Panchayat Polls

A man from Nanded, Maharashtra, killed his six-year-old daughter to meet the two-child norm for panchayat elections. Despite loving his child, ambition led to tragedy, highlighting ongoing gender violence in India.

February 8, 2026

Thrissur's 100+ Cyclists Gear Up for Fuel Conservation Cyclothon

Over 100 cyclists gathered in Thrissur for a 10 km cyclothon organised by Indian Oil to promote fuel conservation. District Collector Arjun Pandian joined, urging youth to cycle daily for health and environment. The event is part of the SAKSHAM 2025-26 campaign focusing on sustainability.