Amazon van stuck on deadly Broomway mudflats in Thames estuary, driver rescued safely

February 16, 2026

Amazon van stuck on deadly Broomway mudflats in Thames estuary, driver rescued safely

An Amazon delivery van got stuck on Britain's perilous Broomway path to Foulness Island. The driver fled safely before coastguards arrived. The van was later recovered by Amazon.

SC Nine-Judge Bench to Hear on Schools, Hospitals as 'Industry' from March 17

February 16, 2026

SC Nine-Judge Bench to Hear on Schools, Hospitals as 'Industry' from March 17

A nine-judge Supreme Court Bench will start hearing on March 17 a 2002 case deciding if educational institutions, hospitals, and government sovereign functions qualify as 'industry' under the Industrial Disputes Act.

Seven Workers Burnt Alive in Bhiwadi Chemical Factory Fire; Two Still Trapped

February 16, 2026

Seven Workers Burnt Alive in Bhiwadi Chemical Factory Fire; Two Still Trapped

A deadly fire at a chemical factory in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan killed seven workers. Two remain trapped inside. Rescue efforts are ongoing. PM Modi condoled the tragedy.

Tamil Nadu Eyeing Trillion-Dollar Economy by 2031 with 16% Growth Rate

February 16, 2026

Tamil Nadu Eyeing Trillion-Dollar Economy by 2031 with 16% Growth Rate

Tamil Nadu can reach a trillion-dollar economy by 2031 if it keeps its 16% growth rate. Textile exports face U.S. tariff hurdles, but FDI inflows and sector growth stay strong.

UAE Limits School Bus Rides to Protect Children's Health and Learning

February 16, 2026

UAE Limits School Bus Rides to Protect Children's Health and Learning

The UAE has capped school bus travel to 45 minutes for kindergarteners and 60 minutes for older students. This move aims to reduce fatigue, postural strain, and air pollution exposure affecting children's well-being and learning.