January 7, 2026

USCIS Resumes Neighborhood Checks for New Citizenship Applicants

USCIS has restarted neighborhood investigations before granting citizenship. Officials will visit neighbors and employers to check applicants’ character. The citizenship test has also become tougher, with more questions and a higher passing score.

January 7, 2026

Two Uber Drivers in Alberta Charged with Sexual Assault of Passengers

Manvir Singh, 27, charged with sexual assault in Lethbridge; arrested after returning to Canada. In Edmonton, ex-Uber driver Gurvinder Pannu also charged for a 2024 assault.

January 7, 2026

US Embassy Warns Indian Students: Follow Laws or Face Visa Cancellation and Deportation

The US Embassy in India warns students that breaking US laws can lead to visa cancellation, deportation, and bans. New biometric checks for all visitors are also in force.

January 7, 2026

Kerala to Receive Winter Showers as Bay of Bengal Depression Intensifies

Kerala is set for isolated winter showers in the next two days due to a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal. IMD warns of isolated heavy rain in Idukki and Pathanamthitta with a yellow alert.

January 7, 2026

The Hindu Hosts School Science, Maths Olympiad 2025 in Hassan & Mysuru on Jan 16-17

The Hindu's School Science Festival and Maths Olympiad 2025, called Ramanujam Spark Quest, will take place in Hassan and Mysuru on January 16 and 17. Open to students from multiple districts, the event encourages innovative science projects and math skills with prizes for winners.