January 23, 2026

Tamil Nadu Eases Jallikattu Rules: No Online Registration, Insurance Relaxed

Tamil Nadu government on January 23 announced new relaxations for jallikattu events. Online registration is scrapped, life insurance rules eased, and stamp paper undertakings removed. CM M.K. Stalin's visit inspired changes.

January 23, 2026

From Foreign Correspondent to Uber Driver: Steve Scherer’s New View on Immigration in America

Steve Scherer, a former Reuters bureau chief, shares how driving Uber in Virginia changed his understanding of immigration and economic struggles in the US. After losing his job and residency rights in Canada, Scherer returned to the US and faced a tough gig economy life, offering fresh insight on vulnerability and belonging.

January 23, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Jharkhand Lawyer's Unconditional Apology Over Viral Contempt Case

The Supreme Court granted Jharkhand lawyer Mahesh Tiwari liberty to offer an unconditional apology for contempt after he told a judge, “Don’t cross the limit.” The top court urged the High Court to consider his apology sympathetically.

January 23, 2026

GHMC Pushes Organised Communities for Water, Flood Management in Hyderabad

GHMC, with Indian Green Building Council, held a crucial session on January 22, 2026, promoting decentralised water management. They aim to involve organised communities in managing water discharge and storm water to ease flood pressure and boost city resilience.

January 23, 2026

Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Activists in Elgar Parishad Maoist Case

Bombay High Court granted bail to activists Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaichor in the Elgar Parishad Maoist links case on parity grounds. They were arrested in 2020 and are accused of being part of the banned CPI (Maoist).