January 15, 2026

ICE Officer Shoots Minneapolis Man as Protests Demand ICE Exit Minnesota

An ICE agent shot a man in the leg during a car chase in Minneapolis. Protests erupt calling for ICE to leave Minnesota amid ongoing tension following a recent fatal shooting.

January 15, 2026

Trump Says Iran Has Stopped Killing Protesters; US Will 'Watch and See' on Military Action

Donald Trump announced that Iran has stopped killing protesters and delayed executions. The US will monitor the situation before deciding on military action. Iran reopened airspace after brief closure as tensions ease.

January 15, 2026

Uganda Votes Amid Crackdown as Museveni Seeks Seventh Term

Ugandans are set to vote as President Museveni eyes a seventh term. The campaign saw violence and a harsh crackdown on opposition, raising fears of unrest. Bobi Wine, main rival, has strong youth support, but Museveni’s decades-long rule and tight control may decide the race.

January 15, 2026

Maharashtra Civic Polls Begin With High Stakes Battle in Mumbai

Voting started on January 15 in 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations, including Mumbai's key BMC elections. Over 3.48 crore voters choose from 15,931 candidates amid tight security. The contest features BJP-led allies versus reunited Thackeray cousins after a split.

January 15, 2026

Ukraine Declares Energy Emergency as Russian Strikes Cut Power Amid Harsh Winter

Ukraine has declared a state of emergency in its energy sector due to heavy Russian strikes causing power outages in Kyiv during a severe cold wave. President Zelensky sets up a 24/7 task force to restore energy and aid residents.