January 9, 2026

Keir Starmer Excludes Financial Services from EU Talks, Calms City Leaders

Keir Starmer will keep financial services out of UK-EU alignment talks, reassuring City firms. Officials say cooperation will continue only where beneficial. Experts warn reversing Brexit-era financial rules could hurt London's markets.

January 9, 2026

Chamarajanagar DC Orders Fast Completion of Drinking Water Projects Before Summer

With summer near, Chamarajanagar Deputy Commissioner Sreerupa urges officials to finish all drinking water projects fast. She prioritizes water supply, road access, healthcare, and school transport for forest-border villages.

January 9, 2026

US to Release Two Russian Crew Members from Seized Marinera Oil Tanker

The US will free two Russian crew aboard the Marinera tanker seized in the Atlantic. Russia welcomed the decision amid tensions over sanctions and legal claims.

January 9, 2026

Canada Halts Parents and Grandparents Program in 2026, Super Visa Advised

Canada continues the halt on its Parents and Grandparents Program in 2026. Only 10,000 pending applications will be processed. New applicants should consider the super visa for stays up to five years without permanent residency.

January 9, 2026

Israel Hits Hezbollah Sites in Lebanon Amid Disarmament Efforts After Ceasefire

Israel carried out air strikes on Hezbollah targets across Lebanon, hitting weapons sites as Lebanon claimed progress in disarming the group. The move comes despite a ceasefire, with tensions rising over continued military actions and Hezbollah's refusal to disarm fully.