January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens New Tariffs on 8 European Countries, Sparking Tensions

Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on eight European nations, including the UK and six EU states. This move disrupts last summer’s trade deals and fuels tensions amid sensitive tariff talks. European leaders reject the threats, seeing them as attempts to divide and pressure Europe over Greenland and trade issues.

January 18, 2026

Trial for Speedy Multi-Lane Free Flow Toll System to Begin on Chennai Highways

New Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system trial is set to start at three toll plazas on Chennai highways. The tech uses RFID and FASTag to let vehicles pass without stopping, cutting wait time to zero and easing traffic jams.

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Europe Until US Buys Greenland

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on European nations including Denmark, UK and Germany unless Greenland is sold to the US. Tariffs start at 10% from February and rise to 25% in June. The move deepens tensions over the Arctic island and NATO relations.

January 17, 2026

Paddy Farmers Face Loan Denial as CIBIL Scores Drop Due to PRS Loan Confusion

Paddy farmers in the State are struggling to get bank loans. Their CIBIL scores are dropping because the government’s paddy procurement payments are treated as loans, causing credit troubles.

January 17, 2026

Paddy Farmers Face Loan Denial as CIBIL Scores Drop Due to PRS Loan Confusion

Paddy farmers in the State are struggling to get bank loans. Their CIBIL scores are dropping because the government’s paddy procurement payments are treated as loans, causing credit troubles.

January 17, 2026

ED raids Piyush Group over ₹600 crore real estate scam involving 2,000 homebuyers

Enforcement Directorate searched Piyush Group and associates for a ₹600 crore real estate fraud in Haryana and Rajasthan. Over 2,000 homebuyers were cheated. The scam includes forged documents and unfinished projects under insolvency.

January 17, 2026

Indian-Origin Businessman Rahul Shah Gets 6 Years for $55M COVID Relief Fraud in Chicago

Rahul Shah, an Indian-origin businessman in Chicago, was sentenced to six years in prison for cheating banks and the US government out of over $55 million in loans and COVID-19 relief funds. He must also pay $23.2 million in restitution.

January 17, 2026

GIFT City Delegation to Attend World Economic Forum in Davos 2026

A GIFT City and IFSCA delegation will participate at the World Economic Forum in Davos from January 19-23. They will discuss banking, fintech, and investment to boost India's financial markets.

January 18, 2026

Five Off-Piste Skiers Killed in Two Avalanches in Austrian Alps

Two avalanches in Austria's Pongau area killed five skiers on Saturday. Rescuers found four dead and one injured in one avalanche. Earlier, another skier was swept away in the same region. Recent heavy snow has made conditions dangerous across the Alps.

January 17, 2026

Karnataka Allows Cricket at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium with Safety Conditions

Karnataka permits cricket matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after last year’s tragedy, subject to strict safety rules and expert monitoring.

January 17, 2026

JSP's T.C. Varun Opens Kabaddi Competitions in Anantapur During Sankranti

Jana Sena Party chief T.C. Varun inaugurated Kabaddi tournaments in Anantapur as part of Sankranti celebrations. Twenty-five teams are competing, with prizes for the winners announced.

January 17, 2026

London’s Moroccan Community Buzzes with Pride Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations Final

Moroccan diaspora in North Kensington is buzzing with hope and pride as Morocco faces Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday. Cafes and streets are set to fill with cheering fans. The community sees the match as a much-needed break from daily worries and a moment of unity.

January 18, 2026

Israel Objects to White House Gaza Board, Citing Lack of Coordination

Israel has criticized the White House for announcing a new Gaza oversight board without consulting it. The board includes top US and global leaders, but Israel calls the move 'contrary to its policy.'

January 18, 2026

Union Govt Delays Arbitration Council of India; 2024 Draft Bill Seeks Major Reforms

Six years after the 2019 Arbitration Act changes, the Union government has not formed the Arbitration Council of India. The 2024 draft Bill aims to reform arbitration by limiting court intervention and empowering arbitral institutions.

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens New Tariffs on 8 European Countries, Sparking Tensions

Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on eight European nations, including the UK and six EU states. This move disrupts last summer’s trade deals and fuels tensions amid sensitive tariff talks. European leaders reject the threats, seeing them as attempts to divide and pressure Europe over Greenland and trade issues.

January 18, 2026

Congress Leaders Meet Tamil Nadu Unit, No Final Word Yet on DMK Alliance or Power Sharing

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and senior leaders met Tamil Nadu Congress leaders to hear their views on alliance talks with DMK. No final decision was made. The party will decide later on power sharing in the Tamil Nadu elections.

January 18, 2026

Trial for Speedy Multi-Lane Free Flow Toll System to Begin on Chennai Highways

New Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system trial is set to start at three toll plazas on Chennai highways. The tech uses RFID and FASTag to let vehicles pass without stopping, cutting wait time to zero and easing traffic jams.

January 18, 2026

Chennai Launches 24-Hour Continuous Water Supply Pilot in Adyar Zone

Chennai begins testing nonstop piped water supply in Adyar to end intermittent supply. The ₹271.50-crore project uses a looped pipeline for equal water flow and better quality. Residents welcome the plan but stress clean water and fixing old pipes.

January 17, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Build Satellite Launch Facility on Hope Island Under Space City Project

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to develop a satellite launching facility on Hope Island near Kakinada as part of the new Space City project. The move aims to boost technology and innovation in the region, with support from the Greenko Group.

January 17, 2026

Google Appeals US Antitrust Verdict Over Search Monopoly

Google has appealed a key US court ruling that found it illegally held a monopoly in online search. The company opposes data sharing and new restrictions, citing risks to privacy and innovation. Judge Amit Mehta's remedies include sharing search data but no breakup. Google says the ruling ignores market realities and intense competition.

January 17, 2026

CMC Vellore Marks Global Interventional Radiology Day with Free Ultrasound Tests and Educational Events

Christian Medical College in Vellore celebrated Global Interventional Radiology Day with educational stalls, free ultrasound tests for over 400 people, and demonstrations of key minimally invasive procedures.

January 17, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Build Satellite Launch Facility on Hope Island Under Space City Project

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to develop a satellite launching facility on Hope Island near Kakinada as part of the new Space City project. The move aims to boost technology and innovation in the region, with support from the Greenko Group.

January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia First to Approve Anktiva for Advanced Lung and Bladder Cancer

Saudi Arabia has granted conditional approval for Anktiva, a new cancer therapy for advanced lung and bladder cancers. This makes it the first nation worldwide to approve the treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), offering hope to patients after standard therapies fail.

January 17, 2026

750 Students Shine at The Hindu in School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest in Mysuru

Nearly 750 students from Mysuru and nearby districts made science come alive at The Hindu in School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest. The event showed brilliant projects and sparked young minds' passion for science and innovation.

January 18, 2026

Chennai Launches 24-Hour Continuous Water Supply Pilot in Adyar Zone

Chennai begins testing nonstop piped water supply in Adyar to end intermittent supply. The ₹271.50-crore project uses a looped pipeline for equal water flow and better quality. Residents welcome the plan but stress clean water and fixing old pipes.

January 18, 2026

27-Day-Old Baby Dies of Hypothermia in Gaza as Child Death Toll Hits Eight This Winter

A 27-day-old baby named Aisha died of severe cold in Gaza, raising the number of child hypothermia deaths to eight this winter. Ongoing conflict, fuel shortages, and harsh weather worsen health crises in the region.

January 17, 2026

L.K. Siya Fathima Makes History as First Online Competitor at State School Arts Festival

Despite a rare illness, L.K. Siya Fathima became the first student to compete online at the State School Arts Festival and won an ‘A’ Grade in Arabic Poster Designing.

January 17, 2026

CMC Vellore Marks Global Interventional Radiology Day with Free Ultrasound Tests and Educational Events

Christian Medical College in Vellore celebrated Global Interventional Radiology Day with educational stalls, free ultrasound tests for over 400 people, and demonstrations of key minimally invasive procedures.

January 18, 2026

Five Off-Piste Skiers Killed in Two Avalanches in Austrian Alps

Two avalanches in Austria's Pongau area killed five skiers on Saturday. Rescuers found four dead and one injured in one avalanche. Earlier, another skier was swept away in the same region. Recent heavy snow has made conditions dangerous across the Alps.

January 18, 2026

Five Patel Men Arrested for Gas Station Robbery in Ontario

Five men sharing the surname Patel were caught and arrested after robbing a small Ontario gas station. They stole coffee machines, an oven, and a microwave, causing a social media stir in Canada.

January 18, 2026

Man and Two Sons Drown While Fishing in Tiruvannamalai Lake During Pongal Holidays

A man and his two young sons tragically drowned in a lake near Tiruvannamalai while fishing during Pongal. Rescue teams recovered their bodies after the wife found their slippers.

January 18, 2026

Kerala Tourist Dies in Arunachal During Rescue at Frozen Sela Lake

Madhav M., a 26-year-old tourist from Kerala, drowned trying to save a friend in Arunachal Pradesh's Sela Lake. His body was recovered on January 17, 2026, amid rescue efforts involving multiple agencies.

January 18, 2026

Five Off-Piste Skiers Killed in Two Avalanches in Austrian Alps

Two avalanches in Austria's Pongau area killed five skiers on Saturday. Rescuers found four dead and one injured in one avalanche. Earlier, another skier was swept away in the same region. Recent heavy snow has made conditions dangerous across the Alps.

January 18, 2026

Trial for Speedy Multi-Lane Free Flow Toll System to Begin on Chennai Highways

New Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system trial is set to start at three toll plazas on Chennai highways. The tech uses RFID and FASTag to let vehicles pass without stopping, cutting wait time to zero and easing traffic jams.

January 18, 2026

Massive Traffic Jam Hits NH65 as Thousands Return to Hyderabad After Sankranti

NH65 near Hyderabad faced heavy traffic on Saturday evening with up to 50,000 vehicles crossing Panthangi toll plaza. Police deployed diversions and over 500 officers to avoid total gridlock.

January 18, 2026

Chennai Launches 24-Hour Continuous Water Supply Pilot in Adyar Zone

Chennai begins testing nonstop piped water supply in Adyar to end intermittent supply. The ₹271.50-crore project uses a looped pipeline for equal water flow and better quality. Residents welcome the plan but stress clean water and fixing old pipes.

January 17, 2026

Massive Crowds Flock to Kerala School Arts Festival’s Group Dance and Drama Battles

Thousands gathered on the penultimate day of Kerala State School Arts Festival to witness thrilling Group Dance and Drama contests. Kannur leads the Gold Cup race with Thrissur close behind.

January 17, 2026

AMB Cinemas Opens in Bengaluru with South India’s First Dolby Screen

AMB Cinemas launched a new multiplex in Bengaluru on Jan 16, 2026, introducing South India’s first Dolby Screen at the former Kapali Theatre site. The nine-screen multiplex blends history with technology but draws mixed reactions from cinephiles and locals. It aims to revive cinema culture with quality service and affordable prices.

January 17, 2026

London’s Moroccan Community Buzzes with Pride Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations Final

Moroccan diaspora in North Kensington is buzzing with hope and pride as Morocco faces Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday. Cafes and streets are set to fill with cheering fans. The community sees the match as a much-needed break from daily worries and a moment of unity.

January 17, 2026

Canadian Premier League Final Played in Freezing −8°C Snowstorm Goes Viral

The 2025 Canadian Premier League Final in Ottawa was played amid heavy snow and −8°C temperatures. Staff cleared pitch lines every 15 minutes as players braved icy conditions. A viral video captured the extreme winter battle on the field, earning global fan praise for dedication and resilience.

January 18, 2026

Israel Objects to White House Gaza Board, Citing Lack of Coordination

Israel has criticized the White House for announcing a new Gaza oversight board without consulting it. The board includes top US and global leaders, but Israel calls the move 'contrary to its policy.'

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens New Tariffs on 8 European Countries, Sparking Tensions

Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on eight European nations, including the UK and six EU states. This move disrupts last summer’s trade deals and fuels tensions amid sensitive tariff talks. European leaders reject the threats, seeing them as attempts to divide and pressure Europe over Greenland and trade issues.

January 18, 2026

Israel Objects to White House Appointments on Gaza Board of Peace

Israel has raised objections to the White House's choice of leaders for the Gaza Board of Peace, a group meant to oversee Gaza's governance and rebuilding. Israel says some picks conflict with its policies. The board, part of Donald Trump's peace plan, includes key global figures but faces controversy and uncertainty.

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Europe Until US Buys Greenland

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on European nations including Denmark, UK and Germany unless Greenland is sold to the US. Tariffs start at 10% from February and rise to 25% in June. The move deepens tensions over the Arctic island and NATO relations.

January 18, 2026

Union Govt Delays Arbitration Council of India; 2024 Draft Bill Seeks Major Reforms

Six years after the 2019 Arbitration Act changes, the Union government has not formed the Arbitration Council of India. The 2024 draft Bill aims to reform arbitration by limiting court intervention and empowering arbitral institutions.

January 18, 2026

Union Govt Delays Arbitration Council of India; 2024 Draft Bill Seeks Major Reforms

Six years after the 2019 Arbitration Act changes, the Union government has not formed the Arbitration Council of India. The 2024 draft Bill aims to reform arbitration by limiting court intervention and empowering arbitral institutions.

January 18, 2026

NRI's 11-Year Struggle in US Ends as He Plans to Return to India After H-1B Failures

A 35-year-old NRI struggled for 11 years in the US without success in the H-1B visa lottery. He quit hoping to settle down, facing job losses and family pressure. Now, he plans to move back to India.

January 18, 2026

Massive Traffic Jam Hits NH65 as Thousands Return to Hyderabad After Sankranti

NH65 near Hyderabad faced heavy traffic on Saturday evening with up to 50,000 vehicles crossing Panthangi toll plaza. Police deployed diversions and over 500 officers to avoid total gridlock.