January 23, 2026

Guinea-Bissau Cancels US-Backed Hepatitis B Vaccine Trial Over Ethics

Guinea-Bissau’s health minister announced the suspension of a US-funded hepatitis B vaccine trial after ethical reviews raised concerns. The Africa CDC supports the decision, while the US health department insists the trial will continue.

January 23, 2026

Tamil Nadu Eases Jallikattu Rules: No Online Registration, Insurance Relaxed

Tamil Nadu government on January 23 announced new relaxations for jallikattu events. Online registration is scrapped, life insurance rules eased, and stamp paper undertakings removed. CM M.K. Stalin's visit inspired changes.

January 23, 2026

From Foreign Correspondent to Uber Driver: Steve Scherer’s New View on Immigration in America

Steve Scherer, a former Reuters bureau chief, shares how driving Uber in Virginia changed his understanding of immigration and economic struggles in the US. After losing his job and residency rights in Canada, Scherer returned to the US and faced a tough gig economy life, offering fresh insight on vulnerability and belonging.

January 23, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Jharkhand Lawyer's Unconditional Apology Over Viral Contempt Case

The Supreme Court granted Jharkhand lawyer Mahesh Tiwari liberty to offer an unconditional apology for contempt after he told a judge, “Don’t cross the limit.” The top court urged the High Court to consider his apology sympathetically.

January 23, 2026

GHMC Pushes Organised Communities for Water, Flood Management in Hyderabad

GHMC, with Indian Green Building Council, held a crucial session on January 22, 2026, promoting decentralised water management. They aim to involve organised communities in managing water discharge and storm water to ease flood pressure and boost city resilience.