February 4, 2026

Young Male Elephant Killed by Train in Kerala’s Walayar Wildlife Zone

A young male elephant was struck and killed by a train near Walayar, Palakkad, Kerala. The area is known for frequent wildlife-train accidents. Forest officials are removing the carcass and reviewing safety measures.

February 4, 2026

Gas tanker overturns on Mumbai-Pune Expressway; 12-hour traffic jam leaves hundreds stranded

A gas tanker carrying highly flammable propylene gas overturned on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway at Khandala Ghat, triggering a massive 12-hour traffic jam. Hundreds of vehicles were stuck, with passengers deprived of food, water, and toilet facilities. Authorities closed the Mumbai-bound lane and urged drivers to avoid the expressway until further notice.

February 4, 2026

Florida Iguanas Get Cold Stunned, Fall from Trees as Temperatures Drop

A rare cold snap in Florida has left thousands of iguanas cold stunned and motionless. Some have even fallen from trees. Florida’s wildlife agency urges people to capture these invasive reptiles while they’re immobile.

February 4, 2026

US Shoots Down Iranian Drone Near Carrier Ahead of Iran-US Talks

The US shot down an Iranian drone near the USS Abraham Lincoln, escalating tensions just before new Iran-US talks. Iran also harassed a US-flagged tanker in another maritime clash.

February 4, 2026

Knysna Faces 'Day Zero' Water Crisis Amid Severe Drought and Pipe Leaks

Knysna town in South Africa might run out of water soon, sparking a state of disaster. Leaking pipes and drought have slashed water supplies. Emergency steps are underway to avoid 'day zero'—when taps run dry.