January 19, 2026

Private Debt Collector for Australian Tax Office Pays No Corporate Tax Despite $100m Revenue

Recoveriescorp, handling tax debt collections for the Australian Taxation Office, reported over $100 million revenue in 2025 but paid no corporate tax due to reported losses from high consulting fees and interest on loans. The firm secured $42.8m in government contracts while questions arise about its financial dealings.

January 19, 2026

KTR Slams BJP for Delaying Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster Sanction

K.T. Rama Rao accuses the BJP-led Centre of deliberate delay in sanctioning the Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster. He says it's a political vendetta hurting Telangana's weaving community and demands action in the upcoming Union Budget.

January 19, 2026

Indian Expat's Emergency Leave Experience in Netherlands Sparks Talks on Work Culture

Ashwini Thamke, an Indian working in the Netherlands, booked a last-minute ticket home due to a family emergency. Her Dutch manager's supportive response surprised her and sparked wide discussions on work-life balance and workplace empathy.

January 19, 2026

Gold Prices in Kuwait Hold Steady at $4,595 After Volatile Week

Gold in Kuwait stays firm at $4,595 per ounce despite recent market swings. Prices gained 2.4% weekly, influenced by US economic data and easing geopolitical tensions.

January 19, 2026

Norway Builds 27 Km Undersea Tunnel Rogfast Deep Beneath North Sea

Norway is constructing Rogfast, a 27 km road tunnel nearly 400 metres deep under the North Sea. It aims to cut travel time, replace ferries, and boost the coastal economy by 2033.