January 17, 2026

Telangana Demands Halt to Andhra Pradesh's Illegal Polavaram-Nallamalasagar Project Work

Telangana has urged the Ministry of Jal Shakti to stop Andhra Pradesh from continuing illegal work on the Polavaram-Nallamalasagar link project. Telangana says AP is ignoring rules and preparing project reports without approval. The state may take legal action and will join talks only if work stops.

January 17, 2026

Iran Cleric Demands Execution of Protesters Amid Deadly Crackdown, Trump Delays Military Strike

A senior Iranian cleric called for the execution of protesters after a violent crackdown killed over 3,000 people. US President Trump delayed military action, thanking Iran for halting executions. Iran's supreme leader vowed tougher punishments as tensions rise.

January 17, 2026

Syrian Army Advances East of Aleppo After Kurdish Forces Withdraw

The Syrian army entered Deir Hafer near Aleppo after Kurdish SDF troops pulled back east of the Euphrates. This follows US talks and new Kurdish cultural rights announced by President al-Sharaa.

January 17, 2026

Kerala JD(S) Merges with Indian Socialist Janata Dal, Remains With LDF

The Kerala unit of JD(S) merges with the Indian Socialist Janata Dal, choosing to stay allied with the LDF and opposing both BJP and Congress ahead of 2024 polls.

January 17, 2026

Maharashtra Cabinet Extends EV Toll Relief, Approves Key Urban and Infrastructure Projects

Maharashtra Cabinet extends toll relief for electric vehicles at Atal Setu by one year. It approves Mumbai Urban Transport Project cost, 45,000 police housing units, and new agricultural export hub.