Decentralised Protests Begin for VB-G RAM G Bill Against Rural Employment Law

January 23, 2026

Decentralised Protests Begin for VB-G RAM G Bill Against Rural Employment Law

The NREGA Sangharsh Morcha calls for protests against the new VB-G RAM G Bill on Republic Day. Gram panchayats will move resolutions opposing the law in a decentralised nationwide campaign.

Texas Man's Anti-India Comments Spark Outrage Amid H-1B Visa Controversy

January 23, 2026

Texas Man's Anti-India Comments Spark Outrage Amid H-1B Visa Controversy

A Texas man calling Hindu god Ganesh a 'demonic elephant' fuels anti-India anger. This comes as journalist Sara Gonzales's H-1B visa exposé sparks a heated debate.

West Bengal Family Gets EC Notice Over 'Unusually High Number of Children' Claim

January 23, 2026

West Bengal Family Gets EC Notice Over 'Unusually High Number of Children' Claim

Six family members from Kolkata are under Election Commission scrutiny for linking themselves to parents with many children. Congress and Trinamool Congress criticize EC’s arbitrary thresholds and demand suspension of hearings.

South Sudan Army Chief Orders Seven Days to Crush Rebellion Threatening Capital

January 23, 2026

South Sudan Army Chief Orders Seven Days to Crush Rebellion Threatening Capital

South Sudan's army chief Gen Paul Nang Majok has given troops seven days to crush a rebellion near the capital Juba. The SPLA-IO forces led by Riek Machar have seized areas in Jonglei, threatening Bor and possibly Juba. The conflict risks reigniting civil war despite peace deals. Uganda supports South Sudan's army while the UN calls for calm.

Cuddalore Pushes Voter List Revision with 93,739 Applications in Special Intensive Revision 2026

January 23, 2026

Cuddalore Pushes Voter List Revision with 93,739 Applications in Special Intensive Revision 2026

Cuddalore district is ramping up its voter list update ahead of 2026 elections. Over 93,000 applications for new voter enrolment, corrections, and deletions came during special camps. The deadline is now extended to January 30. Election officials urge citizens to check and update their voter details soon.