January 19, 2026

Karachi’s Gul Plaza Fire Death Toll Rises to 14 as Rescue Teams Search Rubble

A massive fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza has killed 14 people. Rescue teams found 8 more bodies after the blaze was controlled. The building is badly damaged, and searches continue for missing persons. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit and are probing fire safety lapses.

January 19, 2026

Congress Names Ministers as In-charges for Telangana Municipal Elections 2026

Congress appoints Ministers and senior leaders to manage election work in Telangana's constituencies ahead of 2026 Municipal Elections. CM Revanth Reddy departs for World Economic Forum and Harvard program.

January 19, 2026

UK Likely to Approve China’s Mega Embassy in London This Week

After long delays since 2018, the UK is expected to approve China's large embassy plan in London soon. The decision could ease UK-China tensions and pave the way for PM Starmer's visit to Beijing.

January 19, 2026

5 Software Engineers Mistaken for ICE Agents, Harassed Outside Minneapolis Deli

In Minneapolis, five software engineers faced angry protests after being falsely labeled as ICE agents during lunch at Clancy’s Deli. The tense scene unfolded quickly after a social media alert, highlighting rising local tensions over immigration enforcement.

January 19, 2026

16-Year-Old Among Protesters Sexually Assaulted in Iranian Custody Amid Deadly Uprising

A 16-year-old teenage protester was sexually assaulted in custody by Iranian security forces during nationwide protests. Human rights groups reveal widespread abuse and deaths, with thousands detained amid an ongoing information blackout.