January 28, 2026

Russian Drone Attack Kills Five on Ukrainian Passenger Train, Zelenskyy Calls It Terrorism

A Russian drone strike hit a passenger train in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing five people. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack as terrorism and urged stronger action against Moscow to end the war.

January 28, 2026

Keir Starmer's China Visit Seeks Trade Boost, But Experts See Slim Deal Chances

Keir Starmer visits China with UK ministers to revive trade ties. Experts say real trade deal odds are low amid growing UK trade deficit with China.

January 28, 2026

US Deploys USS Abraham Lincoln and Plans Military Drills Amid Iran Tensions

The US is deploying the USS Abraham Lincoln and launching multi-day air readiness exercises in the Middle East. This move comes as tensions with Iran rise following a deadly crackdown on protesters. The drills aim to boost combat readiness and regional partnerships, with military assets and exact details kept secret.

January 28, 2026

Singareni Collieries Tender Scam: BRS Charges Congress, Demands CBI Probe

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has accused Telangana’s ruling Congress party of favouring relatives in Singareni Collieries tenders. The BRS demands a CBI probe, alleging loss to the company. Deputy CM refutes claims but BRS says site visit norms were introduced recently to benefit Congress kin.

January 28, 2026

Texas Governor Halts New H-1B Visa Hiring in State Agencies Until 2027

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all state agencies and public universities to freeze new H-1B visa hiring until May 31, 2027. The move aims to protect American jobs amid alleged abuse of the visa program. Only limited exceptions will be allowed with approval from the Texas Workforce Commission.