January 21, 2026

Syrian Army Enters Al-Hawl Camp After Kurdish Forces Withdraw to Defend Northern Cities

The Syrian army has entered the al-Hawl detention camp housing relatives of suspected Islamic State fighters after Kurdish forces withdrew. The shift follows Kurdish claims of defense needs and a new ceasefire deal. Syria is set to take responsibility for IS prisoners in the region.

January 21, 2026

Supreme Court Extends Interim Protection in ₹3,500 Cr Andhra Pradesh Liquor Scam Case

Supreme Court grants interim protection to three accused in the ₹3,500 crore Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. It refuses to interfere with High Court’s cancellation of default bail and directs accused to seek regular bail in trial court.

January 21, 2026

Supreme Court Pushes for Special Courts to Speed Up ISIS-Linked Trials

The Supreme Court on January 21 urged the Centre and Delhi government to set up special courts to speed up trials like the ISIS case of Md Heydaitullah. This will avoid accused seeking relief directly from the apex court and make the system stronger.

January 21, 2026

Yuvraj Mehta Dies in Noida Pit; UP Govt Orders SIT Probe, Developer Arrested

Yuvraj Mehta died after his car fell into a deep pit in Noida. A probe has been ordered and a real estate developer arrested for negligence. Rahul Gandhi calls it a failure of accountability.

January 21, 2026

Detained Ugandan Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Critically Ill in Hospital, Party Says

Kizza Besigye, Uganda's veteran opposition figure, is critically ill in hospital after being detained since November 2024. His party demands urgent medical care, while prison officials claim he is stable and under routine check-ups.