January 22, 2026

Son-in-law of Venezuelan opposition leader freed after year in jail

Rafael Tudares, son-in-law of opposition candidate Edmundo González, released from prison after 380 days. Over 150 prisoners freed following US capture of Nicolás Maduro. Yet, 777 political detainees remain in Venezuela amid political tensions.

January 22, 2026

Delhi HC Rules Lifestyle Disorder Tag Insufficient to Deny IAF Officer Disability Pension

Delhi High Court rejects Centre's challenge and holds that primary hypertension, called a lifestyle disorder, can't be reason alone to deny disability pension to retired IAF officer.

January 22, 2026

Tamil Nadu Sets Lease Rent Rates for Religious Properties Under New Rules

Tamil Nadu government notifies 2026 rules fixing lease rent percentages for religious institutions' properties. Rent varies by property type with payments due monthly.

January 22, 2026

APERC to set strict rules on DISCOM purchases to curb corruption and high costs

APERC chief P. Venkata Rama Reddy announced upcoming guidelines to check DISCOM procurement and stop corruption after complaints on costly transformer purchases. The commission noted ₹4,478 crore true-up charges from SPDCL and pledged detailed investigations.

January 22, 2026

South Africa Police Minister Admits Gangs Still Overpower Law Enforcement

Police Minister Firoz Cachalia admits South African gangs remain undefeated amid rising murders and complex violence, especially in Eastern and Western Cape. The crime wave shows no sign of stopping despite anti-gang units.