January 7, 2026

Trump Announces Venezuela to Send 30-50 Million Barrels of Sanctioned Oil to US

Donald Trump says Venezuela will turn over 30 to 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the US. This move aims to bypass the ongoing export blockade and help Venezuela avoid deep output cuts.

January 7, 2026

Iran To Pay Most Citizens $7 Monthly Amid Economic Crisis and Protests

Iran announces monthly $7 payment for 80 million people to fight inflation and support households. The move follows widespread protests and sharp currency loss.

January 7, 2026

Vietnam's New Law Forces YouTube and Platforms to Show Skippable Ads After 5 Seconds from Feb 2026

Vietnam's Decree 342/2025 will require YouTube and other digital platforms to let users skip ads after 5 seconds starting February 15, 2026. The law aims to end frustrating long ads and misleading pop-ups, promising a smoother online browsing experience.

January 7, 2026

O-1 'Genius Visa' Sees Rise in Approvals for Adult Performers and Digital Creators

The US O-1 visa, meant for people with extraordinary talent, is being granted more to adult performers and digital stars. This trend challenges old ideas and stirs fresh debates about who truly qualifies.

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

UP Police Crack ₹24 Crore Hawala-GST Fraud Network, Two Arrested

Uttar Pradesh police in Bareilly have arrested two men linked to a ₹24 crore hawala and GST fraud involving fake firms and mule accounts. The scam was exposed after a small artisan received an unexpected ₹1.5 crore tax notice. Investigations reveal shell companies evading taxes and moving money illegally.

January 6, 2026

Tamil Nadu Introduces TAPS for Fair Pension Sharing Amid Rising Elderly Population

Tamil Nadu launches the Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) to share pension costs between government and employees. The move aims to reduce future generation burden as the elderly population grows fast in the state.

January 6, 2026

Supreme Court Grants Bail to Arvind Dham in ₹27,000 Crore Amtek Group Money Laundering Case

The Supreme Court gave bail to former Amtek Group chairperson Arvind Dham in a ₹27,000 crore bank fraud case. This overturns Delhi High Court's earlier decision. The ED has attached assets worth over ₹550 crore during its ongoing probe into the money laundering charges.

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 5, 2026

EMS Corporation Stadium Damaged After SuperCross Racing League in Kozhikode; Repairs Pending

Kozhikode’s EMS Corporation Stadium was damaged after the SuperCross motorbike racing event featuring Salman Khan. The football ground is now uneven and grass is dry. Organisers have promised to repair the damage using a ₹25 lakh deposit.

January 7, 2026

Madras HC Orders Tamil Nadu to End Police Misuse for Personal Work

The Madras High Court has directed Tamil Nadu to set up district committees to stop police officers from using police personnel for household jobs. The court called this misuse an 'abhorrent' and 'evil' practice and wants action within two weeks.

January 7, 2026

BJP Worker Alleges Disrobing During Arrest in Hubballi; Police Deny and Launch Probe

A BJP worker claimed she was disrobed during arrest in Hubballi, sparking outrage. Police say she removed clothes herself after attacking constables. BJP demands action against officers.

January 7, 2026

Karnataka Passes New Law to Curb Hate Speech and Crimes

Karnataka has passed a bill to fight hate speech and crimes, raising punishments and enforcement powers. The law aims to reduce communal violence, but critics warn it may limit free speech and be misused.

January 7, 2026

26 Maoists, Including 13 with ₹65 Lakh Bounty, Surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

In a major breakthrough, 26 Maoists, including 7 women and 13 carrying bounties totaling ₹65 lakh, surrendered in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. They joined the Poona Margem rehabilitation program, aiming for social reintegration and peace.

January 7, 2026

Bengaluru Police Register Cases in Rising Traffic Fine Payment Link Fraud

Two people in Whitefield lost over ₹2.7 lakh after clicking fake traffic fine links. Police warn against clicking random payment links and stress official communication is never through phone texts.

January 7, 2026

Lego Unveils Smart Bricks With Sensors and Sound at CES 2026

Lego has introduced Smart Bricks that light up, make sounds, and respond to movement. Launching in March with a Star Wars set, these tech-filled blocks mix physical and digital play but have drawn mixed reactions from experts.

January 7, 2026

Australia Investigates Sexualised Deepfake Images from Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Grok

Australia’s eSafety is probing sexualised deepfake images posted on X by Musk’s AI chatbot Grok. These images include non-consensual photos of women and girls, sparking global backlash and official warnings.

January 7, 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police Raid 22 Spots in Cyber Terror Probe

Jammu and Kashmir Police raided 22 locations, including 15 in Srinagar, targeting mule accounts linked with cyber fraud and terror funding. The Counter-Intelligence Kashmir wing is leading the crackdown.

January 6, 2026

Police Chief Urges Students to Embrace Science and AI at Kalaburagi Centre

Police Commissioner S.D. Sharanappa opened the 42nd anniversary of Kalaburagi's District Science Centre, urging students to explore science and AI. Experts highlighted AI's benefits and risks. The centre offers exciting programs to boost scientific curiosity.

January 6, 2026

13,000-Year-Old Comet Explosion Linked to Sudden Ice Age Cooling and Mass Extinction

Scientists find signs of a massive comet airburst over North America 13,000 years ago. This sky blast may explain sudden freezing, fires, animal deaths, and the end of Clovis culture.

January 6, 2026

ISRO Calls for Proposals on Aditya-L1 Solar Observations Two Years After Launch

ISRO invites Indian scientists to submit proposals for solar observations using the Aditya-L1 spacecraft. This comes on the mission’s second anniversary of reaching the Sun-Earth L1 point, offering uninterrupted solar data access from April to June 2026.

January 6, 2026

Yellowstone Volcano: A Deep Look into Its Past Eruptions and Magma Renewals

Yellowstone sits atop a huge volcanic system active for over 2 million years. Recent studies reveal it erupts in cycles, storing magma in crystal-rich zones. Its lava flows record Earth's magnetic history too. Despite ongoing activity underground, the risk of eruption remains uncertain but shows a dynamic system shaping the region.

January 7, 2026

Kashmir Shivers in Severe Cold Wave; Sonamarg Hits Minus 10.1°C

Kashmir Valley is battling a harsh cold wave with many places recording sub-zero night temperatures. Sonamarg hit a chilly minus 10.1°C. Punjab and Haryana also faced intense cold with lows under 5°C.

January 7, 2026

AIIMS Bibinagar Nears Completion at 85.97% Under PM’s PRAGATI Program

AIIMS Bibinagar has reached 85.97% physical progress and is on track to finish by June 2026. The project sped up thanks to PM's PRAGATI platform monitoring.

January 7, 2026

One Tonne Adulterated Jaggery Seized Ahead of Pongal in Vellore Wholesale Market

Food Safety officials seized around one tonne of fake jaggery in Vellore ahead of Pongal. Traders used chemicals to bulk up and brighten jaggery, risking public health.

January 7, 2026

Australia's South Faces Extreme Heatwave and Fire Danger with Temps up to 47C

South Australia and Victoria battle extreme heatwave with temperatures soaring to 47C, triggering severe fire danger and health alerts. Emergency services ready while public urged to stay safe.

January 7, 2026

Madras HC Orders Tamil Nadu to End Police Misuse for Personal Work

The Madras High Court has directed Tamil Nadu to set up district committees to stop police officers from using police personnel for household jobs. The court called this misuse an 'abhorrent' and 'evil' practice and wants action within two weeks.

January 7, 2026

BJP Worker Alleges Disrobing During Arrest in Hubballi; Police Deny and Launch Probe

A BJP worker claimed she was disrobed during arrest in Hubballi, sparking outrage. Police say she removed clothes herself after attacking constables. BJP demands action against officers.

January 7, 2026

Bengaluru Police Register Cases in Rising Traffic Fine Payment Link Fraud

Two people in Whitefield lost over ₹2.7 lakh after clicking fake traffic fine links. Police warn against clicking random payment links and stress official communication is never through phone texts.

January 7, 2026

26 Maoists, Including 13 with ₹65 Lakh Bounty, Surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

In a major breakthrough, 26 Maoists, including 7 women and 13 carrying bounties totaling ₹65 lakh, surrendered in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. They joined the Poona Margem rehabilitation program, aiming for social reintegration and peace.

January 7, 2026

Kashmir Shivers in Severe Cold Wave; Sonamarg Hits Minus 10.1°C

Kashmir Valley is battling a harsh cold wave with many places recording sub-zero night temperatures. Sonamarg hit a chilly minus 10.1°C. Punjab and Haryana also faced intense cold with lows under 5°C.

January 7, 2026

Telangana Records Chilly 6.3℃; 11 Districts See Sub-10℃ Lows Amid Cold Wave

Telangana felt the chill again with a low of 6.3℃ in Tiryani. Eleven districts recorded temperatures below 10℃. Cold wave continues as IMD warns of 2-3℃ below normal lows in next two days.

January 7, 2026

Tamil Nadu Runs 34,000+ Buses with Special Services for Pongal Festival

Tamil Nadu Transport will operate over 34,000 buses including special ones for Pongal from January 9 to 14. Return trips run from January 16 to 19 to ease festival travel.

January 7, 2026

Green Manuring Boosts Crops But Seed Supply and Training Hold Back Wider Use: Study

A new study shows green manuring benefits Tamil Nadu farmers by improving soil and crop yields. Yet, lack of quality seeds and training limit its spread. Nearly all farmers recommend it, but better seed access and support are needed for more adoption.

January 7, 2026

Top Carnatic Musicians Perform Pancharatna Kritis at Thyagaraja Aradhana in Thiruvaiyaru

Leading Carnatic musicians came together at Thiruvaiyaru to perform Thyagaraja’s pancharatna kritis during the 179th Aradhana festival. The event featured instruments like mridangam and flute, a special idol anointment, and veteran artist Umayalpuram Sivaraman’s participation.

January 7, 2026

Lego Unveils Smart Bricks With Sensors and Sound at CES 2026

Lego has introduced Smart Bricks that light up, make sounds, and respond to movement. Launching in March with a Star Wars set, these tech-filled blocks mix physical and digital play but have drawn mixed reactions from experts.

January 7, 2026

Zameen Art Exhibit Opens in Kolkata, Exploring Land and Identity

The month-long exhibition 'Zameen' opens in Kolkata on January 9, showcasing Indian artists' views on land, identity, and heritage. It runs until February 8 at the Birla Academy of Art and Culture.

January 7, 2026

The Hindu Lit For Life Festival Returns to Chennai With Star Authors and Engaging Workshops

The Hindu Lit For Life will take place on January 17-18 in Chennai, featuring famous authors, talks on key issues, and unique workshops. This two-day literary festival promises rich discussions and cultural insights.

January 7, 2026

US Weighs Military Use to Acquire Greenland, Calls It a National Security Priority

The White House says US President Trump is exploring all options, including military action, to acquire Greenland from Denmark. European leaders back Denmark and warn against US moves amid Arctic security concerns.

January 7, 2026

Family Demands International Arrest Warrant for Suspect in Nikitha Godishala Murder Case

Nikitha Godishala's family demands an international arrest warrant against Arjun Sharma, the main suspect in her murder, who fled to India. The U.S. police have charged Sharma with murder. The family is working to bring Nikitha's body back to Hyderabad.

January 7, 2026

Australia Investigates Sexualised Deepfake Images from Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Grok

Australia’s eSafety is probing sexualised deepfake images posted on X by Musk’s AI chatbot Grok. These images include non-consensual photos of women and girls, sparking global backlash and official warnings.

January 7, 2026

Seven Charged in Brisbane for Stealing 60 Toyotas to Ship to UAE

Seven men were charged after an international crime group stole 60 Toyota cars in Brisbane, aiming to send them to the UAE. Police recovered 15 vehicles and seized several shipping containers.

January 7, 2026

Top Carnatic Musicians Perform Pancharatna Kritis at Thyagaraja Aradhana in Thiruvaiyaru

Leading Carnatic musicians came together at Thiruvaiyaru to perform Thyagaraja’s pancharatna kritis during the 179th Aradhana festival. The event featured instruments like mridangam and flute, a special idol anointment, and veteran artist Umayalpuram Sivaraman’s participation.

January 7, 2026

Telangana Records Chilly 6.3℃; 11 Districts See Sub-10℃ Lows Amid Cold Wave

Telangana felt the chill again with a low of 6.3℃ in Tiryani. Eleven districts recorded temperatures below 10℃. Cold wave continues as IMD warns of 2-3℃ below normal lows in next two days.

January 7, 2026

Tamil Nadu Runs 34,000+ Buses with Special Services for Pongal Festival

Tamil Nadu Transport will operate over 34,000 buses including special ones for Pongal from January 9 to 14. Return trips run from January 16 to 19 to ease festival travel.

January 7, 2026

Karnataka Passes New Law to Curb Hate Speech and Crimes

Karnataka has passed a bill to fight hate speech and crimes, raising punishments and enforcement powers. The law aims to reduce communal violence, but critics warn it may limit free speech and be misused.