Basant Panchami Puja Starts at Disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Site with Supreme Court Time-Sharing and Tight Security

January 23, 2026

Basant Panchami Puja Starts at Disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Site with Supreme Court Time-Sharing and Tight Security

On Basant Panchami day, the puja began at the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula site in Dhar under strict security. The Supreme Court allowed Hindus morning to evening prayers and Muslims a 1-3 pm namaz slot.

Palghar Tribal Protest Ends After Assurances on Land Rights and Water Supply

January 23, 2026

Palghar Tribal Protest Ends After Assurances on Land Rights and Water Supply

After a 55-km march, over 30,000 tribals paused their protest. Officials promised to resolve land ownership issues and improve water delivery by set deadlines.

VOC's Painful Prison Days Revealed in New Book 'Kelatha Kathai'

January 23, 2026

VOC's Painful Prison Days Revealed in New Book 'Kelatha Kathai'

A new book uncovers V.O. Chidambaram Pillai's tough prison life and heroic efforts, including pulling an oil press amidst harsh conditions during British rule.

Florida Plans One-Year Freeze on New H-1B Hiring in Public Universities

January 23, 2026

Florida Plans One-Year Freeze on New H-1B Hiring in Public Universities

Florida’s public universities may face a year-long ban on new H-1B visa hires starting January 2026. The move aims to protect US jobs and reduce foreign labor reliance, impacting faculty recruitment and research projects.

Knife Attack Injures Six at Kurdish Protest in Antwerp, Belgium; Two Critical

January 23, 2026

Knife Attack Injures Six at Kurdish Protest in Antwerp, Belgium; Two Critical

Six people were stabbed during a Kurdish demonstration in Antwerp, Belgium. Two victims are in critical condition. Police arrested two suspects swiftly. The attack is being treated as attempted murder, not terrorism.