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

Experts Doubt Trump's Bold Claim on Rapid US Oil Investment in Venezuela

Donald Trump predicts US oil firms will quickly invest billions to fix Venezuela’s oil industry. Experts say caution is key without government guarantees and estimate recovery could take years.

January 6, 2026

ONGC Controls 90% of Blowout Fire at Mori-5 Natural Gas Well in Andhra Pradesh

ONGC has controlled about 90% of a massive fire at the Mori-5 gas well in Andhra Pradesh. Experts will decide on U.S. team deployment. Locals evacuees can return soon.

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

Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami Claims Government Bias Ahead of Elections

Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami accuses interim government led by Muhammad Yunus of favoring one party. The party doubts free and fair elections amid political tensions.

January 7, 2026

US Plans to Seize Russian Oil Tanker Marinera Near Europe: Reports

The US may intercept and seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, believed to be in the North Atlantic near Europe. The ship, linked to Venezuelan and Iranian oil sanctions, has changed name and flag to avoid capture. Russia is monitoring the situation closely, as tensions rise over sanctions enforcement.

January 7, 2026

NMC Withdraws 50 MBBS Seats at SMVDIME Amid Kashmiri Muslim Admission Controversy

The National Medical Commission has revoked 50 MBBS seats at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute in Jammu due to non-compliance with standards. This affects 42 Kashmiri Muslim students who qualified last year. The BJP welcomes the move, while J&K's former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah warns against religious bias in admissions.

January 7, 2026

India Extends Deadline to Jan 7 for X's Report on Illegal Content Via Grok AI

The Indian government has given social media platform X more time until January 7, 2026, to submit a detailed Action Taken Report on removing obscene and illegal content generated using Grok AI. This comes after stern warnings over misuse of AI tools to spread vulgar and explicit material, especially harming women and children.

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

India Extends Deadline to Jan 7 for X's Report on Illegal Content Via Grok AI

The Indian government has given social media platform X more time until January 7, 2026, to submit a detailed Action Taken Report on removing obscene and illegal content generated using Grok AI. This comes after stern warnings over misuse of AI tools to spread vulgar and explicit material, especially harming women and children.

January 6, 2026

Hyderabad Man Arrested in ₹49.9 Lakh WhatsApp Investment Scam; Linked to Crores in Fraud

A 33-year-old Hyderabad man was arrested for his role in a ₹49.9 lakh WhatsApp investment scam. Police revealed he helped cyber fraudsters run stock market scams totaling crores across India using his bank account.

January 6, 2026

Twitch Streamers Report Account Hacks Despite Two-Factor Authentication

Several Twitch streamers say hackers accessed their accounts and changed payment details despite 2FA. Twitch confirms investigation and updates Cookie Notices.

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 6, 2026

Kerala Launches School Health Programme and Marks National Deworming Day

Kerala's Health and Education departments start a School Health Programme to monitor children's health with individual health cards. Deworming tablets are distributed under National Deworming Day.

January 6, 2026

Escape Delhi’s Smog: Naukuchiatal’s Pure Air and Peaceful Lake Await

Struggling with Delhi’s heavy winter smog, many seek relief in familiar hill towns. But Naukuchiatal, a quiet gem in Kumaon, offers cleaner air, forest trails, and bona fide wellness. With a deep lake and old-world charm, this small town hopes to stay peaceful amid rising tourism.

January 6, 2026

Social Activist G. Muniratnam Honored on 90th Birth Anniversary with Blood Donation Drive

Padma Shri awardee G. Muniratnam was honored on his 90th birth anniversary by Rashtriya Seva Samithi. A blood donation camp collected 200 units, spotlighting urgent health concerns due to low donation awareness.

January 6, 2026

Fog Alert in 11 Telangana Districts; Cold Temperatures Drop Below 10°C in Some Areas

IMD warns of fog in 11 Telangana districts on January 7, 2026, due to cooler moist winds. Four districts saw temperatures at or below 10°C recently.

January 7, 2026

US Plans to Seize Russian Oil Tanker Marinera Near Europe: Reports

The US may intercept and seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, believed to be in the North Atlantic near Europe. The ship, linked to Venezuelan and Iranian oil sanctions, has changed name and flag to avoid capture. Russia is monitoring the situation closely, as tensions rise over sanctions enforcement.

January 7, 2026

India Extends Deadline to Jan 7 for X's Report on Illegal Content Via Grok AI

The Indian government has given social media platform X more time until January 7, 2026, to submit a detailed Action Taken Report on removing obscene and illegal content generated using Grok AI. This comes after stern warnings over misuse of AI tools to spread vulgar and explicit material, especially harming women and children.

January 7, 2026

Human Remains Found in WA, Australia Faces Record Heatwave

Human remains found on a WA beach likely belong to missing snorkeler from New Year's Day. Meanwhile, southern and eastern Australia prepare for a historic heatwave with severe fire risks.

January 7, 2026

ED Probes Foreign Fund Misuse by Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd to Influence India's Energy Policy

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd for allegedly misusing over ₹6 crore foreign funds to push fossil fuel treaty agendas in India. The ED conducted searches and arrested director Harjeet Singh after seizing liquor beyond limits.

January 7, 2026

Human Remains Found in WA, Australia Faces Record Heatwave

Human remains found on a WA beach likely belong to missing snorkeler from New Year's Day. Meanwhile, southern and eastern Australia prepare for a historic heatwave with severe fire risks.

January 7, 2026

ED Probes Foreign Fund Misuse by Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd to Influence India's Energy Policy

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd for allegedly misusing over ₹6 crore foreign funds to push fossil fuel treaty agendas in India. The ED conducted searches and arrested director Harjeet Singh after seizing liquor beyond limits.

January 7, 2026

Six Dead as Heavy Snow Cancels Hundreds of Flights Across Europe

Europe reels under heavy snow causing six deaths and massive travel chaos. Hundreds of flights are cancelled, stranding thousands at major airports in Paris and Amsterdam.

January 6, 2026

ONGC Controls 90% of Blowout Fire at Mori-5 Natural Gas Well in Andhra Pradesh

ONGC has controlled about 90% of a massive fire at the Mori-5 gas well in Andhra Pradesh. Experts will decide on U.S. team deployment. Locals evacuees can return soon.

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

The Hindu Lit For Life Festival Returns to Chennai on January 17-18 with Star Authors and Workshops

The Hindu Lit For Life, a two-day literary festival, will be held on January 17-18 at Lady Andal School, Chennai. Featuring top authors, workshops, and talks on culture, the event promises a vibrant mix of books and ideas.

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 6, 2026

Flanders Plans to Dismantle Antwerp's Museum of Contemporary Art, Moving Its 8,000 Artworks to Ghent

Belgium's Flanders region plans to close Antwerp's Museum of Contemporary Art and move its 8,000-piece collection to Ghent. Artists and directors call this move 'insane' and 'illegal,' fearing loss of Antwerp's cultural heritage amid budget cuts.

January 7, 2026

US Plans to Seize Russian Oil Tanker Marinera Near Europe: Reports

The US may intercept and seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, believed to be in the North Atlantic near Europe. The ship, linked to Venezuelan and Iranian oil sanctions, has changed name and flag to avoid capture. Russia is monitoring the situation closely, as tensions rise over sanctions enforcement.

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

Greenland PM Urges Respectful US Dialogue as Europe Backs Against Greenland Takeover

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen urged the US to engage in respectful talks respecting Greenland's legal status. European leaders, including Denmark, firmly rejected US President Trump's idea of buying Greenland, calling it a self-governing Danish territory and stressing collective Arctic security with NATO allies.

January 7, 2026

ED Probes Foreign Fund Misuse by Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd to Influence India's Energy Policy

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd for allegedly misusing over ₹6 crore foreign funds to push fossil fuel treaty agendas in India. The ED conducted searches and arrested director Harjeet Singh after seizing liquor beyond limits.

January 7, 2026

NMC Withdraws 50 MBBS Seats at SMVDIME Amid Kashmiri Muslim Admission Controversy

The National Medical Commission has revoked 50 MBBS seats at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute in Jammu due to non-compliance with standards. This affects 42 Kashmiri Muslim students who qualified last year. The BJP welcomes the move, while J&K's former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah warns against religious bias in admissions.

January 7, 2026

The Hindu Lit For Life Festival Returns to Chennai on January 17-18 with Star Authors and Workshops

The Hindu Lit For Life, a two-day literary festival, will be held on January 17-18 at Lady Andal School, Chennai. Featuring top authors, workshops, and talks on culture, the event promises a vibrant mix of books and ideas.

January 7, 2026

Major Archbishop launches Syro-Malabar Church’s Empowerment Year 2026 with call for united faith

Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil inaugurated the Syro-Malabar Church’s Empowerment Year 2026. He stressed the power of faith united in community to shape the future and called for reforms rooted in shared values.

January 7, 2026

TTD Launches Daily Online Booking for 800 SriVani Darshan Tickets from January 9

TTD starts a new daily online booking system for 800 SriVani Darshan tickets from January 9. Tickets are available 9 am to 2 pm and must be used the same day by 4 pm. Aadhaar and mobile verification required.