January 28, 2026

Singareni Collieries Tender Scam: BRS Charges Congress, Demands CBI Probe

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has accused Telangana’s ruling Congress party of favouring relatives in Singareni Collieries tenders. The BRS demands a CBI probe, alleging loss to the company. Deputy CM refutes claims but BRS says site visit norms were introduced recently to benefit Congress kin.

January 28, 2026

Texas Governor Halts New H-1B Visa Hiring in State Agencies Until 2027

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all state agencies and public universities to freeze new H-1B visa hiring until May 31, 2027. The move aims to protect American jobs amid alleged abuse of the visa program. Only limited exceptions will be allowed with approval from the Texas Workforce Commission.

January 28, 2026

Children Served Midday Meals on Scrap Paper in Madhya Pradesh School Sparks Outrage

In Madhya Pradesh's Maihar district, government school children were served halwa-poori on scrap paper, triggering criticism and calls for action against officials.

January 28, 2026

Virginia Senate Approves Assault Weapons Ban, Sparking Gun Rights Backlash

Virginia's Senate passed Senate Bill 749 to ban assault firearms, causing fury among gun rights supporters and MAGA activists. The bill aims to remove assault weapons gradually while protecting current owners.

January 28, 2026

Tamil Nadu Leaders Condole Death of Eminent Tamil Scholar D. Gnanasundaram

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and CM M.K. Stalin mourn the passing of respected Tamil scholar D. Gnanasundaram. They praised his lifelong work on Tamil classics and offered deep condolences to his family and followers.