February 7, 2026

Kerala Sees Human-Wildlife Deaths Drop to 67 in 2024-25 from 145 in 2016-17

Kerala reports only 67 deaths from human-wildlife conflict in 2024-25, down from 145 in 2016-17. Snakebites caused half the deaths. The state declared a wildlife conflict disaster in 2024.

February 7, 2026

Bengaluru East Police Launches Major Anti-Drug and Jewellery Shop Safety Inspections

Bengaluru East Police inspected 45 chemical units, 165 workshops, and 116 warehouses to stop drug crimes. They also checked 228 jewellery shops to boost security. These inspections aim to keep the city safer from drugs and thefts.

February 7, 2026

Fitch Flags Rising Risks for Power Traders Amid State Utilities Liquidity Woes

Fitch Ratings reports growing credit risk for power traders due to liquidity problems in state power utilities like Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. Losses have surged, pushing investors to seek higher returns or look elsewhere.

February 7, 2026

Pregnant Zebra Prachi Dies at Mysuru Zoo After Giving Birth

Prachi, a 10-year-old zebra at Mysuru zoo, died from intestinal obstruction complications two days after delivering a female foal. The foal is now being hand-reared by zoo staff.

February 7, 2026

50 Years After Bonded Labour Abolition Act, Tamil Nadu Struggles with Labour Exploitation

Even 50 years after the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, bonded labour still traps thousands in Tamil Nadu. Victims face harsh conditions, slow justice, and poor rehabilitation.