January 14, 2026

UGC's New 2026 Rules Target Caste Discrimination in Colleges, Include OBCs

The UGC introduced fresh rules to fight caste discrimination in higher education. All institutions must set up equity committees. OBCs are now included under protections. Punishments for breaking rules are tough, ranging up to losing the right to offer degrees.

January 14, 2026

Manipur Insurgents Warned: Surrender Arms, Stop Extortion or Face Action

Manipur officials warn Meitei and Kuki-Zo insurgents to obey ceasefire rules, surrender weapons, and stop extortion. Cadres must stay in camps and reduce numbers or face action.

January 14, 2026

Texas Lawyer Wrongly Accused of Approving 700,000 H-1B Visas; USCIS Handles Approvals

A viral video falsely claims Texas lawyer Chand Parvathaneni approved 700,000 H-1B visas. Only USCIS approves visas. Parvathaneni prepares applications but faces no charges.

January 14, 2026

US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries Over Public Charge Concerns

The US State Department paused immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting Jan 21, targeting applicants likely to rely on public benefits. The pause lasts until a full review of visa screening rules is done.

January 14, 2026

Kerala Minister Distributes Scooters and Aids to Differently Abled Under Shubhayatra Scheme

Kerala Minister R. Bindu handed out scooters, hearing aids, artificial limbs, and fixed deposits to differently abled people in Thiruvananthapuram. The effort boosts mobility and independence under the Social Justice department's Shubhayatra scheme.