February 1, 2026

Mother's Discoloured Hand Mistaken for Ink, Leads to Amputation and Death

Lorraine Pettie's darkening hand was dismissed as newspaper ink by NHS staff. The delay in diagnosis led to amputation and her death days later, sparking family anguish.

February 1, 2026

NSW Greens MP to Push Bill to Regulate Expanding Blueberry Farms Amid Worker Abuse Probe

NSW Greens member Cate Faehrmann will introduce a bill to give councils more control over blueberry farms amid local conflicts and environmental worries. The Labor government is also eyeing an inquiry into alleged worker abuse on farms. Farming expansion is stirring disputes over land use, pesticides, and labor rights on the mid-north coast.

January 31, 2026

Karnataka HC Confirms 1994 Land Acquisition for APMC Bengaluru, Orders Compensation

Karnataka High Court's Division Bench upholds acquisition of 270 acres from Jamanlal Bajaj Trust for APMC Bengaluru market. Court orders state to pay compensation with 12% interest.

January 31, 2026

Bengal Verification Trips Put Bengaluru Sanitation Workers’ Jobs at Risk

Sanitation workers from Bengaluru face job loss after multiple trips to West Bengal for special verification. Many fear wage cuts and uncertain futures.

January 31, 2026

Cyberabad Police Launch Drive to Remove Dangerous Glass-Coated Kite Strings

Cyberabad police, aided by residents and morning walkers, removed hazardous glass-coated kite strings in Gachibowli and nearby areas. The campaign raised awareness on the ban, urging strict action and public help to keep communities safe.