January 3, 2026

JNUSU Leaders Summoned by Police After Protesting Library Surveillance

Delhi Police served enquiry notices to JNUSU leaders over protests against facial recognition cameras and magnetic gates at JNU library. The student union calls it an attempt to silence voices.

January 3, 2026

Iran Protests Surge Amid Currency Crash, Echoing Mahsa Amini Movement

Iran sees its biggest protests in years after a sharp currency drop hits people’s pockets. Youths join chants of “woman, life, freedom” despite deadly crackdowns. Authorities arrest over 100 and kill at least 10 amid demands for change.

January 3, 2026

Janandolana Mahamaitri sounds alarm on Karnataka public universities, demands urgent reforms

Janandolana Mahamaitri warns Karnataka’s public universities face a crisis. It calls for quick action to hire permanent teachers, launch a new higher education commission, and investigate issues at the University of Mysore.

January 3, 2026

Saudi Arabia Sets New Rules for Naming Public Facilities Across Kingdom

Saudi Arabia has introduced strict new rules for naming public facilities nationwide. The framework ensures all names fit Islamic laws and government standards. It bans certain names without royal approval and demands thorough checks on individuals after whom facilities are named. The rules take effect 120 days post-publication, aiming for unified and culturally aligned naming.

January 3, 2026

UAE Warns of Dense Fog and Dust Storms From January 3 to 4, 2026

The UAE's National Centre of Meteorology warns of dense fog with near-zero visibility early Saturday, Jan 3, followed by strong winds and dust storms on Sunday. Drivers should be careful during morning travel and expect changing weather through the weekend.