January 20, 2026

Thousands March Against Vadhavan Port Project, Demand Forest Rights and MNREGA Support

Thousands protested in Dahanu, Maharashtra, demanding the scrapping of the Vadhavan port project. They also called for enforcing the Forest Rights Act and protecting MNREGA benefits. Organised by the CPI(M) and All India Kisan Sabha, the protest will end at Palghar collector’s office tomorrow.

January 20, 2026

Tamil Nadu Assembly 2026 to Open with Governor’s Address Amid Political Changes

Tamil Nadu’s first 2026 Assembly session starts January 20 with the Governor's speech. The session will feature key debates, respect for late DMK MLA K. Ponnusamy, and political shifts involving AIADMK, DMK, and PMK.

January 20, 2026

Bangladesh Says Most Minority Violence in 2025 Was Criminal, Not Communal

Bangladesh's interim government states most 2025 incidents involving minorities were criminal, not communal. Only 71 of 645 cases had communal elements, sparking debate amid Indian pressure.

January 19, 2026

18 Detained During Protest Over Rani Ahilyabai Statue at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi

Eighteen people were detained in Varanasi for protesting alleged damage to a Rani Ahilyabai Holkar statue during Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment. The Pal community staged a protest without permission that turned violent. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized police actions and linked the issue to political controversy.

January 19, 2026

Minnesota Woman Helps Far-Right Influencer Jake Lang Escape Angry Crowd, Then Abandons Him

A Minnesota woman helped far-right influencer Jake Lang flee from a violent crowd in Minneapolis. She did not know who he was initially and asked him out of her car after learning his views. Lang had led an anti-Islam and pro-ICE rally that sparked clashes and a beating.