January 29, 2026

Saudi Arabia Bars Expats from 4 Senior Jobs; General Manager Role Now Only for Saudis

Saudi Arabia has blocked foreigners from four top job titles like General Manager, Sales Representative, Marketing Specialist, and Procurement Manager. New rules demand 60% locals in marketing and sales roles. Expats must switch titles or face job limits as Saudi pushes Vision 2030 goals.

January 29, 2026

Gunfire and Blasts Shake Niamey Airport Amid Niger's Deepening Crisis

Gunfire and loud blasts rocked Niamey airport in Niger after midnight. Two planes were hit by gunshots. The attackers and casualties remain unknown as Niger grapples with political turmoil and rising terrorism.

January 29, 2026

Supreme Court Orders ECI to Publicly Display Voter List Discrepancies Across Wards

The Supreme Court directs the Election Commission of India to display names with voter list errors at public spots. It allows voters to submit objections via representatives, ensuring transparency ahead of elections.

January 29, 2026

Two Naxalites Killed in Bijapur Encounter Amid Chhattisgarh’s Anti-Extremism Drive

Two Naxalites died in a forest shootout with security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. Weapons were recovered and the operation is ongoing. This raises the yearly death toll to 22 Maoists in the state.

January 29, 2026

Supreme Court Pauses UGC 2026 Reservation Rules Over Caste Bias

The Supreme Court of India has temporarily halted the 2026 UGC regulations on reservation, citing possible caste-based discrimination. The court will keep the 2012 regulations active while reviewing the matter.