January 8, 2026

West Bengal Rejects Domicile Certificates in Voter Verification, Will Reissue Undelivered Voter IDs

West Bengal's electoral officials will not accept domicile certificates during Special Intensive Revision hearings. Voters may need fresh hearings. Nearly 10,000 voter ID cards went undelivered and will be resent after February 14.

January 8, 2026

Australia Faces Worst Heatwave Since 2019-20; Victoria Braces for Catastrophic Fire Danger

Australia battles its worst heatwave since 2019-20 with Victoria facing a catastrophic fire danger rating on Friday. Temperatures soar over 40C while firefighters from multiple states struggle with blazes. Hume Highway closed, regional trains cancelled, and residents warned to stay safe.

January 8, 2026

Australia Faces Catastrophic Fire Risk Amid Fierce Heatwave Across Most States

Australia battles a severe heatwave with record temperatures hitting 49C and fire danger reaching catastrophic levels in Victoria. Schools closed and fire bans imposed as authorities warn of uncontrollable blazes.

January 8, 2026

Four Students Killed in Car Crash Near Chevella; One Injured

A tragic car accident near Chevella killed four students and injured another early Thursday. Overspeeding appears to be the cause. Victims include three ICFAI and one MGIT student.

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.