January 24, 2026

Syria's Government, Kurdish Forces Extend Ceasefire to Avoid War Amid IS Prisoner Transfer

Syria's government and Kurdish forces have extended a ceasefire by up to one month. This pause helps transfer suspected Islamic State prisoners from Syria to Iraq and delays a looming war in northeast Syria.

January 24, 2026

AP Chief Secretary Orders Fast Re-routing of High-Tension Lines in Amaravati

Andhra Pradesh's Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand has directed prompt re-routing of 400 kV and 220 kV transmission lines in Amaravati. The move supports fast construction in the capital city with close coordination among departments for speedy execution.

January 24, 2026

Gauhati High Court Cancels Bail of IAS Officer Talo Potom in Suicide Case

The Gauhati High Court has revoked bail for IAS officer Talo Potom in a 2025 suicide case involving sexual harassment allegations. The court ordered his immediate custody, criticizing the lower court’s bail decision as flawed.

January 24, 2026

Texas Journalist Sparks Debate on H-1B Visa Remote Work and Scam Claims

Texas journalist Sara Gonzales reveals potential H-1B visa fraud after finding no offices at company addresses. The claim stirs debate over whether H-1B workers can work remotely from their home country.

January 24, 2026

Tamil Nadu Asks IIT-Madras to Study Microplastic Risks in Food on Human Health

Tamil Nadu government has asked IIT-Madras to research how harmful microplastics in food items like milk and coffee can be to humans. The Madras High Court was informed about the move amid concerns over plastic chemicals reaching even unborn babies.