January 12, 2026

Canada Warns Citizens to Avoid Travel to Iran, Venezuela, South Sudan; Cautions on India

Canada's latest travel advisory urges its citizens to avoid travel to Iran, Venezuela, South Sudan, Yemen, and others due to violence and instability. India is marked for high caution citing terrorist threats.

January 12, 2026

Iran Claims Control Amid Brutal Crackdown as US Eyes Military Response

Iran says protests are 'under total control' during a fierce crackdown. Despite internet blackouts, protests continue. US President Trump warns of strong action and says Iran asked for talks.

January 12, 2026

Malaysia Blocks Elon Musk's Grok AI Over Fake Sexualized Images, Follows Indonesia's Lead

Malaysia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Grok AI tool due to its misuse in creating fake, sexualized images. Indonesia acted first. Governments demand better safeguards as outrage grows.

January 12, 2026

Kochi police file first case linked to Operation Numkhor vehicle smuggling involving Bollywood stars

Kochi police register a criminal case linked to Operation Numkhor, targeting smuggled vehicles from Bhutan. Bollywood stars' cars were seized during raids. A man was cheated into buying a forged Toyota Land Cruiser.

January 12, 2026

China Warns US Against Using Other Countries as Pretext in Greenland Dispute

China says US should not use other nations as excuse to push its Greenland plans. Beijing claims its Arctic activities follow international law. Tensions rise as Trump seeks to acquire Greenland before Russia or China does.