January 3, 2026

Students at UAS Dharwad Protest Over Delayed Scholarships and Poor Facilities

Students of College of Agriculture, Dharwad, protest at UAS campus demanding release of OBC scholarships and better facilities. They warn of tougher agitation if ignored.

January 3, 2026

Kerala Begins EVM Checks, Gears Up for 2026 Assembly Elections with 30,400 Polling Stations

Kerala has started first-level checks on electronic voting machines for the 2026 Assembly elections. The state plans over 30,400 polling booths and continues electoral roll revisions. Chief Electoral Officer urges political party presence during EVM checks.

January 3, 2026

UK PM Starmer Denies Role in US Venezuela Raid, Vows to Support Britons

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain had no part in the US operation in Venezuela where Maduro was reportedly captured. He stressed the need to verify facts and support British nationals in Caracas.

January 3, 2026

US Launches Large-Scale Strikes on Venezuela; President Maduro Captured, State of Emergency Declared

The US attacked military and civilian sites in Venezuela early Saturday. President Nicolás Maduro was reportedly captured. Venezuela declared a state of emergency and called for mass mobilisation. International reactions hail calls for peace and respect for sovereignty.

January 3, 2026

AIKKMS Protests Arrests Over Vijayapura Medical College Demand

AIKKMS condemned police arrests of Vijayapura protesters demanding a government medical college. The group opposes the PPP model and says police used harsh methods.