January 12, 2026

Tribal Affairs Ministry Seeks Environment Ministry Help to Fund Community Forest Management

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is in talks with the Environment Ministry to fund community forest resource management under the Forest Rights Act. This aims to empower gram sabhas of tribal groups to protect and manage forests sustainably.

January 12, 2026

Deadly Crackdown on Massive Iran Protests as Internet Goes Dark

Thousands march across Iran demanding freedom despite violent government attacks. Over 500 people killed, 10,600 arrested. Internet blackouts cut off communication.

January 12, 2026

Iranians Urge Trump to Act Swiftly on Protests Amid Risks of US Intervention

Iranians warn Donald Trump to act quickly to help protesters facing violent repression. Experts caution that US military action might worsen Iran's crisis. Key political and cultural figures appeal for urgent intervention, while US partners call for restraint.

January 12, 2026

PMK Founder Ramadoss Seeks EC Action Against Anbumani for Unauthorized Party Use

PMK founder S. Ramadoss urges the Election Commission to file a criminal case against Dr. Anbumani and others for misusing PMK's name. He stresses the Delhi High Court ruled Anbumani is not PMK president and warns alliance talks with AIADMK are illegal.

January 12, 2026

Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway in Tamil Nadu Nears Completion, Except Arakkonam-Kancheepuram Stretch

Work on Tamil Nadu's Bengaluru-Chennai expressway is mostly done, except the Arakkonam-Kancheepuram section. NHAI faces contractor delays. Sriperumbudur's trumpet interchange is 25% complete and on track for 2026 finish.