January 21, 2026

Shinzo Abe's Assassin Sentenced to Life in Japan Over Cult-Linked Murder

Tetsuya Yamagami, who killed former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe in 2022, was sentenced to life imprisonment. Yamagami blamed Abe's links to the Unification Church for his family’s hardship.

January 21, 2026

US Halts Green Card Processing for 75 Countries and Updates Visa Bond List from January 21

Starting January 21, the US stops processing Green Card applications from 75 countries and updates visa bond rules, requiring some visitors to pay refundable bonds.

January 21, 2026

Bengaluru to Resume Towing of Wrongly Parked Vehicles Next Week with City Corporation Help

Bengaluru will restart towing wrongly parked vehicles next week using city corporation tow trucks. Police will manage fines, aiming to reduce harassment and traffic jams.

January 21, 2026

Vizianagaram to Issue Pattadar Passbooks by March 2026 for Easier Farmer Loans

Vizianagaram Collector announced that all eligible people will get pattadar passbooks by March 10, 2026. This will help farmers get loans and benefits smoothly.

January 21, 2026

Spain Faces Rail Crisis After Deadly Train Crashes Near Barcelona

Two rail accidents hit Spain in two days, killing a trainee driver and injuring dozens. Heavy rain and safety worries spark union strike threats and political pressure.