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Government moves to impose fixed electricity charges on low-use consumersPublished on: February 7, 2026 11:15 AM

ISLAMABAD, Feb. 7 -- The federal government has decided to impose fixed monthly electricity charges on consumers using up to 300 units, a move that would expand the existing billing structure to inclu... Read More


T20 WC: Hetmyer, King surpass Gayle as WI post 182/5 in campaign opener against Scotland

Kolkata, Feb. 7 -- West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer made history, overtaking legendary Chris Gayle to register the fastest fifty by a West Indies batter in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup... Read More


Bangladesh reports first Nipah virus death this year

Dhaka, Feb. 7 -- Bangladesh has confirmed its first Nipah virus (NiV) death in 2026, with officials reporting that a woman succumbed to the brain-damaging illness after consuming raw date juice. The ... Read More


Top 3 upcoming reality shows of 2026: KKK 15's first promo out

Mumbai, Feb. 7 -- The year 2026 has begun with a wave of reality show announcements, leaving Indian television audiences spoilt for choice. From high-octane stunt shows to dramatic lock-up formats and... Read More


Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda's Saiyaara returns to theaters; Here's when you can watch the blockbuster movie

India, Feb. 7 -- Saiyaara (2025) is a blockbuster and one of the highest-grossing Indian romantic films of all time. Starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the romantic drama grossed over Rs... Read More


3-storey building collapses in Rajasthan's Kota; several feared trapped

Jaipur, Feb. 7 -- A three-storey building collapsed in Rajasthan's Kota on Saturday night, February 7, sparking fears that several people may be trapped under the debris, an official said. The incide... Read More


Donald Trump backs Nexstar Media's move to acquire Tegna for $6.2 billion, says 'need more competition against enemy.'

New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- United States President Donald Trump, on Saturday, 7 February 2026, publicly backed local conservative company Nexstar Media's move to acquire Tegna for $6.2 billion, saying that ... Read More


SIMS Hospital strengthens healthcare partnership with Seychelles during President Herminie's India visit

Chennai, Feb. 7 -- President of Seychelles Patrick Herminie and Marvin Nolan Fanny, Minister of Health, Seychelles, met Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman, SIMS Hospital, to discuss a collaborative roadmap aim... Read More


Six detained as probe widens into Islamabad suicide bombingPublished on: February 7, 2026 11:00 AM

PESHAWAR, Feb. 7 -- Authorities have taken six people, including two brothers of the suicide bomber, into custody as investigations continue into the deadly suicide attack on a mosque in the Tarlai ar... Read More


Pakistan's religious leaders unite after Tarlai attackPublished on: February 7, 2026 10:59 PM

Islamabad, Feb. 7 -- Hafiz Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, coordinator of the National Peace Message Committee, held a press conference with religious scholars regarding the Tarlai attack. He said the committe... Read More