January 31, 2026

Israel Accepts Gaza Death Toll of About 70,000 Palestinians Since October 2023

For the first time, Israel has publicly agreed that around 70,000 Palestinians have died in Gaza since October 2023, a sharp change after contesting these figures for years. The move increases scrutiny of civilian deaths. Israel will also partially reopen Rafah crossing to Egypt, allowing Palestinians to return.

January 31, 2026

Mexico Warns US Tariffs on Cuban Oil Could Spark Humanitarian Crisis

Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum warns that new US tariffs on countries sending oil to Cuba might cause a crisis, worsening fuel shortages and blackouts on the island.

January 30, 2026

AIADMK to Discuss Poll Plans and Alliances in February 4 Meet

AIADMK district secretaries will meet on February 4 to plan for the Assembly elections. Edappadi K. Palaniswami will lead the meeting, seeking approval for his alliance decisions including ties with BJP, PMK, and AMMK.

January 30, 2026

AP Says Polavaram Water Diversion Won't Harm Upper States; CWC Reviews Krishna, Godavari Sharing

Andhra Pradesh claims diverting 200 tmc ft floodwater from Polavaram won’t hurt other states. The Central Water Commission meets to discuss Krishna and Godavari water sharing amid Telangana's objections.

January 30, 2026

Congress Protests Modi Govt’s Repeal of MGNREGA, Calls It Attack on Workers’ Rights

Congress criticized the Modi government for repealing the MGNREGA law, accusing PM Modi of removing a legal right tied to Mahatma Gandhi. Congress leaders held a protest march demanding the law’s restoration.