January 28, 2026

Ajit Pawar Takes Oath as Maharashtra Deputy CM for Sixth Time in 2024

Ajit Pawar was sworn in as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister for the sixth time on December 5, 2024. His faction of the NCP aligned with the BJP-Shiv Sena coalition, winning a major electoral victory.

January 28, 2026

Telangana Prepares for Polls in 7 Municipal Corporations and 116 Municipalities on February 11

Telangana will hold elections for Ward Members in 7 Municipal Corporations and 116 Municipalities involving over 52 lakh voters on February 11. Counting follows on February 13, and new Mayors and Chairpersons will be elected by February 16.

January 28, 2026

Supreme Court Appoints Justice Kaul to Resolve Vaishnavite Sect Dispute in Tamil Nadu Temple

The Supreme Court on January 28, 2026, asked ex-judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul to mediate between Thenkalai and Vadakalai sects over worship disputes at Devarajaswamy Temple, Kancheepuram. The court stressed respecting both sects equally and allowed Kaul to seek expert help. Next hearing is in March.

January 28, 2026

Texas Governor Abbott Orders Freeze on H-1B Visa Petitions by State Agencies Until 2027

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a freeze on new H-1B visa petitions by all state agencies and public universities until May 2027. The move aims to tackle alleged visa abuses and pressure from MAGA groups, impacting Indian professionals in education, research, and public services.

January 28, 2026

Supreme Court Extends All-Women Committee's Manipur Rehabilitation Role till July 2026

The Supreme Court has extended by six months the tenure of its all-women committee overseeing rehabilitation in violence-hit Manipur. Headed by Justice Gita Mittal, the panel will continue till July 31, 2026, to monitor relief and restoration efforts in the northeast state.