January 28, 2026

Speaker U.T. Khader to Discuss Special FASTags for Legislators at Toll Booths

Speaker U.T. Khader will hold a meeting with National Highways and PWD officials to explore special FASTags for legislators. The move follows Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar’s suggestion to prevent ID hassles at tolls, after Congress members raised concerns over difficulties faced by legislators at toll booths.

January 28, 2026

Maharashtra Land Rights March May End After CM Fadnavis Assures Action on Demands

The land rights march from Nashik to Mumbai will likely end on Jan 28 after CM Devendra Fadnavis assured activists of reviewing land claims and government support. Key demands include Forest Rights Act implementation, water use for drought areas, and PESA recruitment.

January 28, 2026

Indian Railways Adds Non-Veg Food on Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Express

After passenger demand and BJP push, Indian Railways will soon serve non-vegetarian food on the Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Express. The decision ends controversy over the menu and respects local food habits of West Bengal and Assam.

January 28, 2026

Iran Protests Turn Deadly With Over 6,000 Killed in Brutal Crackdown

Iran faces its deadliest unrest with over 6,000 killed during recent protests. Survivors recall witnessing shootings, pellet gun injuries, and families forced to pay for bodies.

January 28, 2026

UGC Equity Rules Trigger Protests, BJP Resignations and Officer Suspension in UP

UGC's new rules on equity in education sparked protests at Lucknow University. Some BJP leaders resigned in protest. A PCS officer was suspended after opposing the rules.