January 9, 2026

Rio Tinto and Glencore Resume Talks for $260bn Mining Mega-Merger

Rio Tinto and Glencore have restarted merger talks that could create the world’s largest mining company valued over $260bn. The deal may see Rio Tinto acquire Glencore, with a formal offer deadline by 5 February.

January 9, 2026

Etihad Rail to Launch UAE’s First National Passenger Train Service in 2026

The UAE is set to transform travel with Etihad Rail’s national passenger service starting in 2026. The network will link all seven emirates with 11 stations, offering fast, comfortable trains running at 200 km/h. Expect luxury seating, Wi-Fi, and seamless connectivity to metro and buses. This eco-friendly project aims to cut emissions and ease road congestion.

January 9, 2026

SBI Launches Global Capability Centre and 11 New Branches in Bengaluru

State Bank of India opens its first Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru, along with 11 new branches. SBI also announces big community support projects in Karnataka.

January 9, 2026

India’s IT Firms Set for Muted Growth with 4% Revenue Rise in Q4 Amid Sluggish US Demand

India’s top IT firms are expected to post about 4% revenue growth and 5% profit rise in the December quarter. Weak US demand, client holidays, and macro challenges limit growth. AI demand may pick up by 2026. TCS, Infosys, and HCLTech forecast slower growth. Earnings season begins January 12.

January 9, 2026

Centre Opposes Court Directive to Cut GST on Air Purifiers, Calls It Unconstitutional

The Centre told the Delhi High Court that courts cannot interfere with GST decisions. It opposed a PIL seeking to lower the GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%, by classifying them as medical devices. The PIL claims this would help amid Delhi's severe air pollution. The court will hear the case on January 9, 2026.

January 9, 2026

Rio Tinto and Glencore Resume Talks for $260bn Mining Mega-Merger

Rio Tinto and Glencore have restarted merger talks that could create the world’s largest mining company valued over $260bn. The deal may see Rio Tinto acquire Glencore, with a formal offer deadline by 5 February.

January 9, 2026

India’s IT Firms Set for Muted Growth with 4% Revenue Rise in Q4 Amid Sluggish US Demand

India’s top IT firms are expected to post about 4% revenue growth and 5% profit rise in the December quarter. Weak US demand, client holidays, and macro challenges limit growth. AI demand may pick up by 2026. TCS, Infosys, and HCLTech forecast slower growth. Earnings season begins January 12.

January 9, 2026

Jesus Christ Return Bet Shows Just 3% Odds Before 2027 on Polymarket

A unique wager on Jesus Christ's Second Coming by the end of 2026 trades on Polymarket with only about 3% chance. Traders place money on this rare religious prediction market contract amid quiet skepticism and curiosity.

January 8, 2026

Tennis Kenya Admits Mistake Over Wildcard After Player's Viral Tennis Blunder

After a Kenyan ITF tournament went viral for a player's awful performance, Tennis Kenya admits the wildcard was a mistake. Egyptian Hajar Abdelkader lost 6-0 6-0, served 20 double faults, and won only three points in her debut.

January 7, 2026

Deepender Hooda Demands Haryana Host 2030 Commonwealth Games, Flags Resource Neglect

Congress MP Deepender Hooda slammed the BJP government for sidelining Haryana in sports and finance. He demands Haryana be co-host for 2030 Commonwealth Games and 2036 Olympics and calls out low budget and water rights issues.

January 6, 2026

Bombay HC Stays Maharashtra Cricket Association Elections Over Member Induction Issues

Bombay High Court has stayed MCA elections scheduled for January 6, 2026, citing questionable inclusion of 400 new members tied to political figures. The court expressed concerns over nepotism and procedural haste affecting the voters' list.

January 6, 2026

SAAP Chairperson Invited as Chief Guest for Kakinada Gold Cup Hockey Tournament 2026

Kakinada Coastal Sports Club invites Sports Authority of AP chairperson A. Ravi Naidu to be chief guest at the Kakinada Gold Cup Hockey Tournament 2026. A ₹2.5 crore hockey academy will also be established in Kakinada to boost state hockey standards.

January 9, 2026

ED Registers Case Under PMLA in Sabarimala Gold Theft After Centre's Nod

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a new case under money laundering law in the Sabarimala gold theft, following approval from the Union government. Twelve arrests have been made, with a Joint Director leading the probe amid ongoing High Court supervision.

January 9, 2026

Supreme Court Bars Telangana Lawyer From State Bar Council Polls Over Complaints

The Supreme Court refused a Telangana lawyer's plea to contest State Bar Council elections due to pending complaints. The court stressed high ethical standards for lawyers.

January 9, 2026

Budget Session Begins Jan 28; Union Budget to Be Presented on Feb 1

Parliament's Budget session kicks off January 28 with President Droupadi Murmu's address. Union Budget tabled on February 1. Session ends April 2 after a break.

January 9, 2026

Russia Launches New Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile at Ukraine Near EU Border

Russia fired its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at western Ukraine near the European Union border in a massive overnight strike. Ukraine confirmed the attack and called Russia’s strike “absurd,” while raising alarms about European security. The launch marks Russia’s latest military escalation amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine and NATO.

January 9, 2026

Etihad Rail to Launch UAE’s First National Passenger Train Service in 2026

The UAE is set to transform travel with Etihad Rail’s national passenger service starting in 2026. The network will link all seven emirates with 11 stations, offering fast, comfortable trains running at 200 km/h. Expect luxury seating, Wi-Fi, and seamless connectivity to metro and buses. This eco-friendly project aims to cut emissions and ease road congestion.

January 9, 2026

Telangana Warns of Rising Cyber Frauds During Sankranti Festival

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau alerts public on surge in cyber frauds during Sankranti. Beware of fake offers, booking scams, and bogus loan links shared via WhatsApp and social media.

January 9, 2026

Dubai Rolls Out AI Cameras to Catch Litterbugs, Fines Up to Dh500

Dubai uses AI cameras on waste vehicles to spot littering and illegal dumping instantly. Offenders face fines up to Dh500 as the city pushes for cleaner streets and faster action.

January 9, 2026

SBI Launches Global Capability Centre and 11 New Branches in Bengaluru

State Bank of India opens its first Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru, along with 11 new branches. SBI also announces big community support projects in Karnataka.

January 9, 2026

13-Year-Old Labrador Undergoes First Cathlab Tumor Embolisation in Pune

A 13-year-old Labrador named Muffin Zore had liver and spleen tumors treated with a new cathlab embolisation at Pune’s Small Animal Clinic. The minimally invasive procedure helped reduce tumor size and improved the dog’s health quickly.

January 9, 2026

Northern Lights May Glow Over Parts of US This Week Amid Solar Storm

A mild solar storm may bring the Northern Lights to northern US states like Alaska, Washington, Montana, and the Dakotas from January 8-9. Some states farther south might see faint glows. Clear skies and low light pollution will improve chances.

January 9, 2026

Scientists Recover DNA Traces from Leonardo da Vinci Artefacts Using New Technique

Scientists have extracted tiny DNA samples from items linked to Leonardo da Vinci, including a rare red chalk drawing. This discovery opens fresh scientific questions about the Renaissance genius through innovative DNA study methods.

January 9, 2026

India’s First Commercial Quantum Computer to Be Deployed at IIIT Dharwad

Karnataka to host India’s first commercial quantum computer at IIIT Dharwad. The state pushes quantum tech growth with QpiAI and explores new water safety tech with Singapore’s ZWEEC.

January 9, 2026

Karnataka Upgrades Health Centres in Kalaburagi District to Boost Care

Karnataka government upgrades five health centres in Kalaburagi to improve medical services. Community Health Centres at Kalagi and Yadrami expanded from 30 to 50 beds. Three Primary Health Centres upgraded to Community Health Centres to meet rising demand.

January 9, 2026

Centre Opposes Court Directive to Cut GST on Air Purifiers, Calls It Unconstitutional

The Centre told the Delhi High Court that courts cannot interfere with GST decisions. It opposed a PIL seeking to lower the GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%, by classifying them as medical devices. The PIL claims this would help amid Delhi's severe air pollution. The court will hear the case on January 9, 2026.

January 9, 2026

Gambian Leaders Challenge FGM Ban at Supreme Court After Child Deaths

Religious leaders and an MP in Gambia have moved to overturn the country's ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) at the supreme court. The case follows tragic deaths of two babies last year. Women's rights activists warn this move signals a global backlash against protections for women.

January 9, 2026

13-Year-Old Labrador Undergoes First Cathlab Tumor Embolisation in Pune

A 13-year-old Labrador named Muffin Zore had liver and spleen tumors treated with a new cathlab embolisation at Pune’s Small Animal Clinic. The minimally invasive procedure helped reduce tumor size and improved the dog’s health quickly.

January 9, 2026

ED Registers Case Under PMLA in Sabarimala Gold Theft After Centre's Nod

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a new case under money laundering law in the Sabarimala gold theft, following approval from the Union government. Twelve arrests have been made, with a Joint Director leading the probe amid ongoing High Court supervision.

January 9, 2026

Russia Launches New Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile at Ukraine Near EU Border

Russia fired its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at western Ukraine near the European Union border in a massive overnight strike. Ukraine confirmed the attack and called Russia’s strike “absurd,” while raising alarms about European security. The launch marks Russia’s latest military escalation amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine and NATO.

January 9, 2026

Israeli Airstrikes Kill 13 Palestinians Violating Ceasefire in Gaza

Israeli airstrikes killed at least 13 Palestinians, including five children, in Gaza despite a ceasefire. The strikes followed a failed rocket launch and sparked outrage.

January 9, 2026

Russia Uses Rare Oreshnik Missile in Deadly Strikes on Kyiv and Lviv

Russia fired its rarely-used Oreshnik ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, killing four in Kyiv and hitting Lviv’s infrastructure. The strikes included hundreds of missiles and drones amid harsh winter and power outages.

January 9, 2026

Telangana Faces Chill as Temperatures Drop Below 10°C, Mist Ahead

Telangana's urban areas saw cold weather with temperatures falling below 10°C. Hyderabad recorded 11.2°C. The cold will continue with likely mist in mornings and nights.

January 9, 2026

Heavy Rain Strikes Northern Emirates with Alerts; Roads Turn Wet and Windy

Northern Emirates face heavy rains today with red and yellow alerts active. Storms bring lightning, cooler temps, and rough roads. Stay alert with NCM updates.

January 9, 2026

Etihad Rail to Launch UAE’s First National Passenger Train Service in 2026

The UAE is set to transform travel with Etihad Rail’s national passenger service starting in 2026. The network will link all seven emirates with 11 stations, offering fast, comfortable trains running at 200 km/h. Expect luxury seating, Wi-Fi, and seamless connectivity to metro and buses. This eco-friendly project aims to cut emissions and ease road congestion.

January 9, 2026

Dubai Rolls Out AI Cameras to Catch Litterbugs, Fines Up to Dh500

Dubai uses AI cameras on waste vehicles to spot littering and illegal dumping instantly. Offenders face fines up to Dh500 as the city pushes for cleaner streets and faster action.

January 9, 2026

Baby Shark Tops YouTube's Most Viewed Videos with 16.56 Billion Views

Baby Shark Dance leads as the most viewed YouTube video with 16.56 billion views. Kids' nursery rhymes and global music hits like Despacito make up the top 10 list.

January 8, 2026

Twitch Removes 36 Popular Global Emotes, Fans React Strongly

Twitch has removed 36 global emotes, including fan favorites like PotFriend and PoroSad, sparking mixed reactions from users. The reason might be licensing deals ending, say experts.

January 8, 2026

Steven Pinker Warns: One Punch Can Kill, Not Just Movie Drama

Psychologist Steven Pinker warns that a single punch to the head can be deadly, unlike film scenes. Real cases show one punch can cause fatal brain injuries, pushing calls for more public awareness.

January 8, 2026

SVIMS Students Set Guinness World Record in Kuchipudi and Win State Essay Prize

Two SVIMS students entered the Guinness Book of Records for the largest Kuchipudi lesson with 4,608 participants. Another won a top prize in a state essay contest.

January 9, 2026

Russia Launches New Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile at Ukraine Near EU Border

Russia fired its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at western Ukraine near the European Union border in a massive overnight strike. Ukraine confirmed the attack and called Russia’s strike “absurd,” while raising alarms about European security. The launch marks Russia’s latest military escalation amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine and NATO.

January 9, 2026

Israeli Airstrikes Kill 13 Palestinians Violating Ceasefire in Gaza

Israeli airstrikes killed at least 13 Palestinians, including five children, in Gaza despite a ceasefire. The strikes followed a failed rocket launch and sparked outrage.

January 9, 2026

Russia Uses Rare Oreshnik Missile in Deadly Strikes on Kyiv and Lviv

Russia fired its rarely-used Oreshnik ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, killing four in Kyiv and hitting Lviv’s infrastructure. The strikes included hundreds of missiles and drones amid harsh winter and power outages.

January 9, 2026

Iran Faces Massive Protests Amid Internet Blackout; Trump and Reza Pahlavi Back Demonstrators

Millions in Iran protest sharply amid internet and power cuts by the regime. Reza Pahlavi and President Trump support protesters, warning authorities. Violence and arrests escalate across cities as economic fears fuel unrest.

January 9, 2026

Supreme Court Bars Telangana Lawyer From State Bar Council Polls Over Complaints

The Supreme Court refused a Telangana lawyer's plea to contest State Bar Council elections due to pending complaints. The court stressed high ethical standards for lawyers.

January 9, 2026

Supreme Court Bars Telangana Lawyer From State Bar Council Polls Over Complaints

The Supreme Court refused a Telangana lawyer's plea to contest State Bar Council elections due to pending complaints. The court stressed high ethical standards for lawyers.

January 9, 2026

Telangana Faces Chill as Temperatures Drop Below 10°C, Mist Ahead

Telangana's urban areas saw cold weather with temperatures falling below 10°C. Hyderabad recorded 11.2°C. The cold will continue with likely mist in mornings and nights.

January 9, 2026

Telangana Warns of Rising Cyber Frauds During Sankranti Festival

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau alerts public on surge in cyber frauds during Sankranti. Beware of fake offers, booking scams, and bogus loan links shared via WhatsApp and social media.