January 5, 2026

Trump Says US Oil Firms Can Fix Venezuela’s Broken Industry and Make Big Money

President Trump says US oil giants will invest billions to repair Venezuela’s failing oil sector. Venezuela holds massive oil reserves but faces tough challenges with low output and damaged infrastructure.

January 5, 2026

Dubai Gold Prices Soar Over Dh200 Per Gram in 2025, Marking Historic Rally

Dubai’s gold market shocked investors with a 63.5% rise in 24K gold price in 2025. The price jumped from Dh318 to Dh520 per gram, making it a golden year for buyers and investors.

January 4, 2026

Centre Sanctions ₹12,900 Crore for Kalyana Karnataka Railway Projects

Union Minister V. Somanna announced ₹12,900 crore for railway projects in Kalyana Karnataka. The fund boost will enhance connectivity and infrastructure, with key projects like the Ballari-Chikkajajur double line and new road overbridges underway.

January 4, 2026

Kempegowda Airport Eyes Ultra-Luxury Hotel with Feasibility Study Underway

Bangalore Airport Hotel Limited is planning an ultra-luxury hotel at Kempegowda International Airport. This would join Taj Bangalore and a new 775-room hotel coming soon, boosting the airport's hospitality offerings.

January 5, 2026

Dubai Gold Prices Soar Over Dh200 Per Gram in 2025, Marking Historic Rally

Dubai’s gold market shocked investors with a 63.5% rise in 24K gold price in 2025. The price jumped from Dh318 to Dh520 per gram, making it a golden year for buyers and investors.

January 4, 2026

US Tariff Hike Slams Andhra Pradesh Seafood Exports, Farmers Face Crisis

After the US raised tariffs on Indian seafood to 50%, Andhra Pradesh's seafood sector faces a sharp decline. Farmers stop planting, exports fall 25% in recent months. Exporters eye China, EU, Russia for new markets.

January 4, 2026

Saudi Arabia Approves $57.9 Billion Borrowing Plan for 2026 with Focus on Debt Sustainability

Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister approves a $57.9 billion borrowing plan for 2026 to cover a budget deficit and repay debt. The plan aims to keep debt sustainable while boosting local markets and global investor interest.

January 4, 2026

Tamil Nadu Launches New Assured Pension Scheme With Better Benefits and PFRDA Fund Management

Tamil Nadu unveils the Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), closely modeled on the Old Pension Scheme but with key improvements. Around 6.24 lakh employees under the current system will move to TAPS, which promises better family benefits and pension payouts. The government shifts pension fund investments from LIC to PFRDA for better returns.

January 4, 2026

Australian Sports Stars Demand Federal Royal Commission on Bondi Terror Attack and Antisemitism

More than 60 top Australian athletes urge PM Anthony Albanese to set up a federal royal commission on antisemitism, radicalisation, and the Bondi terror attack, calling it a national crisis needing swift action.

January 4, 2026

Heroes Honored at SCG During Ashes Final for Bondi Terror Attack Bravery

Ahmed al-Ahmed and Chaya Dadon received a standing ovation at SCG during the Ashes final Test. Both survived the Bondi terror attack and were joined by first responders in a heartfelt tribute.

January 3, 2026

Kadapa Police Sports Meet 2025 Kicks Off with Enthusiasm

Superintendent Shelke Nachiket Vishwanath inaugurated the Annual Police Sports Meet 2025 in Kadapa. Teams from six sub-divisions will compete in kabaddi, football, hockey, and more over three days.

January 3, 2026

Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Jallikattu Begins with 600 Bulls and 300 Tamers in Pudukottai

The traditional jallikattu festival kicked off in Tamil Nadu at Thatchankurichi village on January 3. Over 600 bulls and 300 tamers took part under tight police control and well-prepared medical teams.

January 5, 2026

Trump Shares Immigrant Welfare Data But Leaves Out India

US President Donald Trump shared data on immigrant welfare use. India was missing because its immigrants use less welfare, earning high incomes.

January 5, 2026

US Ends TPS for Venezuelans; Refugee Status Now Open After Maduro's Capture

The US ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says they can now apply for refugee status. This follows the capture of Venezuela's President Maduro by US forces.

January 5, 2026

Trump Says US Oil Firms Can Fix Venezuela’s Broken Industry and Make Big Money

President Trump says US oil giants will invest billions to repair Venezuela’s failing oil sector. Venezuela holds massive oil reserves but faces tough challenges with low output and damaged infrastructure.

January 5, 2026

Trump Highlights Immigrant Welfare Rates; India Missing from List

On January 4, 2025, Donald Trump shared a list showing immigrant welfare rates by country in the US, excluding India. Indian-Americans have high incomes and low welfare reliance.

January 5, 2026

Burj Khalifa: Engineering Marvel That Redefined Dubai and Then Some

Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 as the world's tallest building, thanks to engineer Bill Baker’s revolutionary buttressed core design. It stands tall and safe, with smart features fighting Dubai's harsh weather, setting trends for future skyscrapers.

January 4, 2026

TANFINET Launches Drive to Appoint Franchisees for BharatNet Rural Internet in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu's TANFINET is hiring district-level partners to improve rural internet under the BharatNet project. Apply online by January 14, 2026.

January 4, 2026

Greece Grounded: Flight Chaos as Radio Frequencies Fail Suddenly

Thousands stuck as Greece's flights halt due to sudden loss of radio frequency. Airport gear called 'obsolete' as delays hit 75+ flights. Overflights limited for safety.

January 4, 2026

Rajnath Singh to Commission Indian Coast Guard’s Pollution Control Ship Samudra Pratap

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commission 'Samudra Pratap', India’s first pollution control vessel, equipped with advanced oil spill detection and firefighting systems, in Goa on January 5, 2025.

January 5, 2026

Burj Khalifa: Engineering Marvel That Redefined Dubai and Then Some

Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 as the world's tallest building, thanks to engineer Bill Baker’s revolutionary buttressed core design. It stands tall and safe, with smart features fighting Dubai's harsh weather, setting trends for future skyscrapers.

January 4, 2026

Forest Department Watches Injured Tiger Recovering in Udhagamandalam Tea Estate

An injured tiger is being closely watched by the forest department in a tea estate near Udhagamandalam. Using thermal drones, officials see the tiger improving and expect it to return to the nearby forest by Monday.

January 3, 2026

Iowa State University Team Visits Kollengode to Boost Agri-Tech and Tourism

A 14-member US team from Iowa State University recently toured Kollengode's farms. They studied local farming and suggested tech upgrades for agri-tourism and safer pesticides. The visit was hosted by Kollengode Agro Film City.

January 3, 2026

IIIT-B Creates Affordable Webcam Eye-Tracker to Spot Survey Fatigue

IIIT Bangalore is building a low-cost eye-tracking system using regular webcams to detect distraction and fatigue during surveys, aiming to improve public health and social survey data quality.

January 5, 2026

Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Damage After Concussion From Fall

Evangeline Lilly has disclosed she suffers brain damage after a fall caused a concussion. The Marvel star shared her brain scan results and recovery plans on Instagram.

January 5, 2026

Schoolgirl Prevents Six Child Marriages in Murshidabad Amid Ongoing Struggle to End Practice

In 2025, Monija Khatun, an 11th-grade student in Murshidabad, West Bengal, stopped six child marriages, including that of two classmates. Despite campaigns and awards to young fighters like her, child marriage remains high in the economically poor district. Local groups and authorities continue their fight to protect girls and promote education.

January 5, 2026

Joint Transport Commissioner A. Mohan Urges Two-Wheeler Riders to Wear Helmets for Safety and Legal Compliance

Joint Transport Commissioner A. Mohan stresses helmet use for two-wheeler riders. Special inspections and awareness campaigns are in action to save lives and enforce rules.

January 4, 2026

Silent March Honors 40 Dead in Swiss Alpine Bar Fire on New Year's Eve

Hundreds silently marched in Crans-Montana to honor 40 victims of the deadly New Year's Eve bar fire. Authorities launched a criminal probe as families await victim IDs.

January 5, 2026

Swiss Bar Fire Tragedy: Mass Held as Families Mourn Over 20 Dead

Hundreds gathered in snow outside St Christopher's Church for a Mass to mourn victims of the New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar. More than 20 dead identified. Families face harsh truths as investigation into negligence opens.

January 5, 2026

US Cities Protest Trump's Venezuela Strike and Maduro's Arrest

Hundreds protested across US cities against Trump’s military move in Venezuela and Maduro’s arrest on drug charges. Critics say the operation is illegal and threatens war, while supporters back the president’s action.

January 5, 2026

Indiana Police Arrest Gurpreet Singh and Jasveer Singh with 300 Pounds Cocaine Worth $7 Million

Indiana police caught two Indian-origin men, Gurpreet Singh and Jasveer Singh, with 300 pounds of cocaine worth $7 million. The drugs were found during a routine truck inspection along I-70. Both men face felony charges and hold ICE deportation orders.

January 5, 2026

Abu Dhabi Cracks Down on Noisy Vehicles with Heavy Fines and Strict Penalties

Abu Dhabi police are imposing Dh2,000 fines and 12 black points for loud engines and illegal vehicle mods. Over 100 vehicles seized recently in a strong move to cut noise and improve road safety.

January 5, 2026

Burj Khalifa: Engineering Marvel That Redefined Dubai and Then Some

Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 as the world's tallest building, thanks to engineer Bill Baker’s revolutionary buttressed core design. It stands tall and safe, with smart features fighting Dubai's harsh weather, setting trends for future skyscrapers.

January 5, 2026

Abu Dhabi Cracks Down on Noisy Vehicles with Heavy Fines and Strict Penalties

Abu Dhabi police are imposing Dh2,000 fines and 12 black points for loud engines and illegal vehicle mods. Over 100 vehicles seized recently in a strong move to cut noise and improve road safety.

January 5, 2026

UAE Bans Barbecues at Jebel Hafeet Parking Areas with Heavy Fines

Barbecues are now banned in parking areas at Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain. Visitors face fines up to Dh4,000 for repeat offenses as authorities target litter and misuse of the mountain site.

January 5, 2026

Maoist Violence in India Down 90%, Now Limited to 11 Districts by 2025

Maoist violence in India has fallen by nearly 90% since 2010, with only 11 affected districts left by 2025. Most violence is now in Bastar, Chhattisgarh. Government security camps and better administration helped weaken the Maoists, who face shrinking recruitment and resources.

January 5, 2026

Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Damage After Concussion From Fall

Evangeline Lilly has disclosed she suffers brain damage after a fall caused a concussion. The Marvel star shared her brain scan results and recovery plans on Instagram.

January 5, 2026

Pallankuzhi Contest Excites Mylapore Festival Players; Chess and Sustainability Programs Announced

At the 22nd Sundaram Finance Mylapore Festival, the exciting Pallankuzhi contest drew players of all ages. Chess tournaments for kids and a fresh sustainability programme called Grow Your Food were unveiled for 2026.

January 4, 2026

CM Siddaramaiah Opens 23rd Chitra Santhe, Focuses on Art and Environment

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the 23rd Chitra Santhe in Bengaluru, praising its role for artists across 22 states. He pledged to boost forest cover with millions of saplings and urged citizens to follow environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka’s example.

January 4, 2026

Online Ticket Booking for Kerala Theatre Festival Starts January 5 at ₹90

Get ready theatre lovers! Online ticket booking for the International Theatre Festival of Kerala opens at noon on January 5. Tickets cost ₹90 each and can be bought on the official website with a two-ticket limit per person.

January 5, 2026

US Ends TPS for Venezuelans; Refugee Status Now Open After Maduro's Capture

The US ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says they can now apply for refugee status. This follows the capture of Venezuela's President Maduro by US forces.

January 5, 2026

Trump Says US Oil Firms Can Fix Venezuela’s Broken Industry and Make Big Money

President Trump says US oil giants will invest billions to repair Venezuela’s failing oil sector. Venezuela holds massive oil reserves but faces tough challenges with low output and damaged infrastructure.

January 5, 2026

US Cities Protest Trump's Venezuela Strike and Maduro's Arrest

Hundreds protested across US cities against Trump’s military move in Venezuela and Maduro’s arrest on drug charges. Critics say the operation is illegal and threatens war, while supporters back the president’s action.

January 5, 2026

Denmark Demands Respect After Trump Aide's Wife Tweets Altered Greenland Map

Denmark has called on the US to respect its territorial integrity after Katie Miller, wife of a Trump aide, posted a US-flagged map of Greenland with the word 'SOON'. The move sparked a diplomatic reminder about close ties and sovereignty.

January 5, 2026

Trump Shares Immigrant Welfare Data But Leaves Out India

US President Donald Trump shared data on immigrant welfare use. India was missing because its immigrants use less welfare, earning high incomes.

January 5, 2026

US Ends TPS for Venezuelans; Refugee Status Now Open After Maduro's Capture

The US ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says they can now apply for refugee status. This follows the capture of Venezuela's President Maduro by US forces.

January 5, 2026

Trump Highlights Immigrant Welfare Rates; India Missing from List

On January 4, 2025, Donald Trump shared a list showing immigrant welfare rates by country in the US, excluding India. Indian-Americans have high incomes and low welfare reliance.

January 5, 2026

Trump Shares Immigrant Welfare Data But Leaves Out India

US President Donald Trump posted data on immigrant welfare use but did not include India. His chart shows the highest and lowest welfare use by immigrant households. India was excluded because Indian immigrants use very little welfare.