January 7, 2026

Telangana BC Leaders Demand More Reservations Before Local Body Polls

Backward Classes leaders in Telangana want higher BC reservations before local elections. They say fair political representation is key to real social justice and urge deferral of polls till increased reservations are approved.

January 7, 2026

France Teams Up with Allies on Response if US Invades Greenland Amid Rising Tensions

France is working with European allies on how to respond if the US invades Greenland. Danish officials warn such action would end NATO. Trump’s team keeps military options open despite denial of invasion plans.

January 7, 2026

CIC directs DPIIT to submit affidavit on COVID-19 vaccine funding information

The Central Information Commission has ordered DPIIT to file an affidavit stating that details about government funding to COVID-19 vaccine makers are not available. This came after an RTI appeal sought info on crores released to Serum Institute and Bharat Biotech during the pandemic.

January 7, 2026

Trump Eyes US Oil Firms Rebuilding Venezuela’s Oil Industry After Maduro Capture

After Nicolás Maduro’s capture, Trump says US oil companies will restore Venezuela's oil output. Experts doubt quick gains due to political risks and past setbacks in the oil sector.

January 7, 2026

2020 Delhi Riots Accused Salim Malik Seeks Bail Following Supreme Court Order

Salim Malik, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, files fresh bail plea after Supreme Court grants bail to similar co-accused. Court hearing set for January 8.