January 12, 2026

Bandh Shuts Kokrajhar After Rape of Mentally-Challenged Woman; Accused Injured in Police Firing

A bandh shut down Kokrajhar on January 11, 2026, protesting the rape of a mentally-challenged woman. The accused, from Dhubri, tried to escape during police custody and was injured in firing. A Special Investigation Team is probing the case amid tight security.

January 12, 2026

U-Haul Truck Rams Iran Protest in Los Angeles, Several Injured

A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of Iran protest supporters in Los Angeles, injuring several and sparking violent clashes. Police intervened as the driver was seized by protesters amid growing global unrest over Iran’s crisis.

January 12, 2026

Congress accuses UP government of lathi-charge on NSUI protesters in Varanasi

Congress alleges UP police brutally lathi-charged peaceful NSUI protesters in Varanasi during MGNREGA Bachao Sangram march. Priyanka Gandhi condemns force against student activists.

January 12, 2026

Trump Says Iran Proposes Talks; Considering Strong Military Action Amid Deadly Protests

Donald Trump says Iran has offered to negotiate while he weighs strong military options over protests killing hundreds. US eyes urgent response as unrest spreads in Iran.

January 12, 2026

Supreme Court Calls for Tweaks in POCSO to Protect Genuine Teen Relationships

The Supreme Court has urged the government to ease the strict application of the POCSO Act on consensual teenage relationships. This move revives debate on India's age of consent, currently fixed at 18, and calls for legal safeguards that balance protection with adolescent autonomy.