January 8, 2026

Saudi Arabia Opens Capital Market to All Foreign Investors Starting February

From February 1, Saudi Arabia lets all foreign investors directly invest in its capital market. The CMA removed old limits, welcoming global money and aiming to grow the market.

January 8, 2026

Air India Receives First Custom Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Since Tata Takeover

Air India has received its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner made specifically for the airline, marking a milestone since Tata's 2022 takeover. The wide-body plane will join the expanding fleet soon.

January 8, 2026

India's Antitrust Watchdog Backs Global Turnover Fines Ahead of Apple Court Battle

India's Competition Commission defends using global turnover to calculate fines in a new law, opposing Apple’s claim it leads to excessive penalties. The Delhi High Court will hear Apple’s challenge on January 27.

January 8, 2026

EU Imports €7.2bn of Russian LNG in 2025, Fueling Putin's Ukraine War

Despite EU plans to ban Russian LNG by 2027, new data shows €7.2bn earned by Kremlin in 2025 from Yamal exports. European ports remain major LNG hubs.

January 8, 2026

Saudi Arabia Opens Capital Market to All Foreign Investors Starting February

From February 1, Saudi Arabia lets all foreign investors directly invest in its capital market. The CMA removed old limits, welcoming global money and aiming to grow the market.

January 8, 2026

Air India Receives First Custom Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Since Tata Takeover

Air India has received its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner made specifically for the airline, marking a milestone since Tata's 2022 takeover. The wide-body plane will join the expanding fleet soon.

January 8, 2026

Dubai Launches AI Tool to Check Legal Rent Increases Amid Rising Market Demands

Dubai tenants can now verify if rent hikes are legal using the AI-powered Smart Rental Index. The tool sets limits on increases and requires 90-day landlord notice.

January 8, 2026

India's Exports Beat US Tariffs with Smart Moves & New Markets

India's exports to the US grew despite tough tariffs. Smartphone shipments skyrocketed 237%. Marine products and cotton garments found new buyers in Europe and China, balancing losses. Exporters are diversifying smartly, keeping growth alive.

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 8, 2026

Pakistani Gen Z Sparks Debate with Censored Article Criticizing Establishment

A PhD student’s article on Pakistan’s Gen Z rejecting the ruling boomers went viral before being removed, sparking debate about youth resistance.

January 8, 2026

Australia to Deport British Man Over Neo-Nazi Links, Visa Cancelled

Australia is set to deport British man Ryan Turner for alleged ties to a neo-Nazi group. His visa was cancelled, and he faces detention or voluntary return. The government takes a firm stand on hate and extremism.

January 8, 2026

Bombay HC Receives PIL Alleging Mass Rejection of BMC Election Nomination Forms

A PIL in Bombay High Court has challenged the mass rejection of BMC election nominations, claiming illegal demands for unprescribed documents by Returning Officers. The hearing is set for January 9, 2026.

January 8, 2026

Karnataka to Build 900 New Public Schools to Boost Rural Education

Karnataka plans 900 new schools to provide rural students with quality education like private schools. Infrastructure will improve and 11,000 teachers will be recruited by mid-2026.

January 8, 2026

India's Antitrust Watchdog Backs Global Turnover Fines Ahead of Apple Court Battle

India's Competition Commission defends using global turnover to calculate fines in a new law, opposing Apple’s claim it leads to excessive penalties. The Delhi High Court will hear Apple’s challenge on January 27.

January 8, 2026

Global Village Dubai Kicks Off 30th Season with Stunning 3,000-Drone Show and Kids Fest

Global Village in Dubai starts its 30th season on January 9 with its biggest drone show ever using 3,000 drones. The launch also marks the start of the Wonderers’ Kids Fest, offering exciting activities for children. The park will run until May 10, 2026, with affordable tickets and fun for all ages.

January 8, 2026

Google's Willow Quantum Chip Breaks Records, Sparks Global Race for Quantum Dominance

Google's Willow quantum computer solved in minutes a problem that would take classical supercomputers 10 septillion years. This breakthrough powers hopes for new medicines, clean energy, and climate solutions. The US, China, and UK compete fiercely to lead the quantum future.

January 8, 2026

SASTRA University Teams Up With The Hindu for Webinar on Boosting Research Culture in Education

Learn how to build a strong research culture in higher education at SASTRA University’s webinar on January 10. Top experts will discuss innovation, careers, and national science initiatives.

January 8, 2026

Telangana Sets New Organ Donation Record with 205 Deceased Donors in 2025

Telangana hit a new high with 205 deceased organ donors in 2025, maintaining over 5 donations per million. Private hospitals led the effort, while 763 organs gave hundreds a second chance at life.

January 8, 2026

US Man Wakes Up Speaking Fluent Spanish After Multiple Surgeries; Rare Brain Condition Suspected

Stephen Chase from Utah woke up speaking fluent Spanish after several surgeries despite limited knowledge of the language. Doctors link it to the rare Foreign Language Syndrome. The fluency lasts less than an hour and happens repeatedly at waking.

January 8, 2026

Deep Depression Forms Over Bay of Bengal, Brings Heavy Rain to Tamil Nadu

A rare deep depression is forming over the Bay of Bengal and will cause heavy rain in Tamil Nadu from January 8 to 11. The IMD says such strong January storms are uncommon, with only 20 since 1891.

January 8, 2026

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve: A Decade of Private Wildlife Conservation Near Mussoorie

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve celebrates 10 years of protecting Himalayan wildlife near Mussoorie. This private reserve offers slow, eco-friendly tourism and rich biodiversity without mass crowds.

January 8, 2026

Nagole Driving Test Candidates Trained in CPR, First Aid in Road Safety Push

At Nagole, hundreds awaiting driving tests received surprise CPR and first aid training. The move, part of National Road Safety Month, aims to save lives amid rising road accident deaths in Telangana.

January 8, 2026

Telangana Sets New Organ Donation Record with 205 Deceased Donors in 2025

Telangana hit a new high with 205 deceased organ donors in 2025, maintaining over 5 donations per million. Private hospitals led the effort, while 763 organs gave hundreds a second chance at life.

January 8, 2026

Nestlé Recalls Infant Formula in UAE Over Bacteria Concerns

The Emirates Drug Establishment recalls selected Nestlé baby formulas after Bacillus cereus bacteria found in raw ingredients. No illness reported so far. Parents advised to stop use and return products for refund.

January 8, 2026

Children in Gaza Resume School in Makeshift Tents After Two Years of War

After years of war and school destruction, children in Gaza return to classes in tents. Unicef runs basic lessons for 1,100 kids despite shortages and trauma.

January 8, 2026

Australia to Deport British Man Over Neo-Nazi Links, Visa Cancelled

Australia is set to deport British man Ryan Turner for alleged ties to a neo-Nazi group. His visa was cancelled, and he faces detention or voluntary return. The government takes a firm stand on hate and extremism.

January 8, 2026

Bombay HC Receives PIL Alleging Mass Rejection of BMC Election Nomination Forms

A PIL in Bombay High Court has challenged the mass rejection of BMC election nominations, claiming illegal demands for unprescribed documents by Returning Officers. The hearing is set for January 9, 2026.

January 8, 2026

ED Raids 15 Locations in Multi-State Fake Government Job Scam Involving 40+ Departments

Enforcement Directorate launched raids across India targeting a fake government job racket. The gang impersonated official bodies and paid fake salaries to trick victims.

January 8, 2026

Violent Clashes Rock Iran as Protests Spread to 111 Cities Amid Economic Crisis

Violent protests continue across Iran, spreading to 111 cities and towns. Security forces and protesters clashed, with deaths on both sides. The unrest began over the falling rial and soaring inflation. Authorities respond with arrests and allowances to ease hardship.

January 8, 2026

Dubai to Plant 20,000 Trees Celebrating 20 Years of Sheikh Mohammed’s Leadership

Dubai is planting 20,000 trees in parks, schools, and neighbourhoods to mark 20 years of Sheikh Mohammed's visionary leadership. This green push aims to boost air quality, community spirit, and sustainability.

January 8, 2026

NHAI Targets Completion of New Six-Lane Kulur Bridge Before 2026 Monsoon

The National Highways Authority of India plans to finish the new six-lane Kulur Bridge across Phalguni River by early 2026, ending delays and replacing the old unsafe bridge on National Highway 66 in Mangaluru.

January 8, 2026

Deep Depression to Bring Rare January Rainfall to Coastal Tamil Nadu from January 9

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is set to bring scattered and heavy rains to coastal Tamil Nadu for three days starting January 9, 2026. This rare January weather event has led to weather alerts in the region, promising relief after a dry spell.

January 8, 2026

Nagole Driving Test Candidates Trained in CPR, First Aid in Road Safety Push

At Nagole, hundreds awaiting driving tests received surprise CPR and first aid training. The move, part of National Road Safety Month, aims to save lives amid rising road accident deaths in Telangana.

January 8, 2026

Global Village Dubai Kicks Off 30th Season with Stunning 3,000-Drone Show and Kids Fest

Global Village in Dubai starts its 30th season on January 9 with its biggest drone show ever using 3,000 drones. The launch also marks the start of the Wonderers’ Kids Fest, offering exciting activities for children. The park will run until May 10, 2026, with affordable tickets and fun for all ages.

January 8, 2026

Nick Reiner's Lawyer Quits Murder Case; Public Defender Takes Over

Nick Reiner's high-profile lawyer has stepped down from defending him in the murder case of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Now represented by a public defender, Reiner did not enter a plea during a LA court hearing. The court will next meet on 23 February.

January 8, 2026

Bollywood’s '120 Bahadur' showcases heroic Rezang La battle from 1962 India-China war

Bollywood film '120 Bahadur' tells the story of Indian soldiers' brave fight at Rezang La pass during the 1962 India-China war. Though it failed at the box office, it honors Major Shaitan Singh and his men’s courage in freezing Ladakh heights.

January 8, 2026

Thousands Line Saint-Tropez Streets for Brigitte Bardot's Funeral

Crowds gathered in Saint-Tropez to bid farewell to French film star Brigitte Bardot. The funeral saw applause as her coffin passed, with notable attendees including Marine le Pen. Bardot, a cinema legend and animal rights activist, was laid to rest overlooking the Mediterranean.

January 8, 2026

Australia to Deport British Man Over Neo-Nazi Links, Visa Cancelled

Australia is set to deport British man Ryan Turner for alleged ties to a neo-Nazi group. His visa was cancelled, and he faces detention or voluntary return. The government takes a firm stand on hate and extremism.

January 8, 2026

Violent Clashes Rock Iran as Protests Spread to 111 Cities Amid Economic Crisis

Violent protests continue across Iran, spreading to 111 cities and towns. Security forces and protesters clashed, with deaths on both sides. The unrest began over the falling rial and soaring inflation. Authorities respond with arrests and allowances to ease hardship.

January 8, 2026

Trump Wants Greenland, But US Already Has Military Access Under 1951 Pact

President Trump wants Greenland for national security and even suggested buying it. But the US already has broad military rights there through a Cold War pact. Greenland and Denmark reject any sale, and local people oppose US takeover. Experts say the US can expand presence by asking, no need to buy the island.

January 8, 2026

ICE Officer Shoots Woman Dead During Minnesota Immigration Raid, Trump Reacts

A deadly shooting took place in Minneapolis when an ICE officer shot a woman driving an SUV during a heated immigration raid. President Trump called the incident 'horrible' and labeled the woman a 'professional agitator.' Protests erupted as tensions surged.

January 8, 2026

Pakistani Gen Z Sparks Debate with Censored Article Criticizing Establishment

A PhD student’s article on Pakistan’s Gen Z rejecting the ruling boomers went viral before being removed, sparking debate about youth resistance.

January 8, 2026

Dubai to Plant 20,000 Trees Celebrating 20 Years of Sheikh Mohammed’s Leadership

Dubai is planting 20,000 trees in parks, schools, and neighbourhoods to mark 20 years of Sheikh Mohammed's visionary leadership. This green push aims to boost air quality, community spirit, and sustainability.

January 8, 2026

Dubai to Plant 20,000 Trees Celebrating 20 Years of Sheikh Mohammed’s Leadership

Dubai is planting 20,000 trees in parks, schools, and neighbourhoods to mark 20 years of Sheikh Mohammed's visionary leadership. This green push aims to boost air quality, community spirit, and sustainability.

January 8, 2026

NHAI Targets Completion of New Six-Lane Kulur Bridge Before 2026 Monsoon

The National Highways Authority of India plans to finish the new six-lane Kulur Bridge across Phalguni River by early 2026, ending delays and replacing the old unsafe bridge on National Highway 66 in Mangaluru.