January 17, 2026

TN Health Dept Asked to Allot Same Exam Centres for Dual Assistant Surgeon Exams on Jan 25

Candidates with speciality qualifications seeking jobs asked Tamil Nadu Health Department to give them the same exam centre for two assistant surgeon exams scheduled on January 25, 2026. This will help about 1,000 candidates avoid logistic issues and appear for both exams without trouble.

January 17, 2026

Dubai Police Warn Against Deadly Social Media Challenges Threatening Youth Safety

Dubai Police warn parents and teens about risky social media challenges causing injury and death worldwide. They stress close monitoring and quick reporting to keep children safe.

January 17, 2026

Singapore’s Tough Vape Crackdown: Jail, Caning & Hotline To Stop Dangerous K-pods

Singapore bans e-cigarettes, cracking down hard on drug-laced vapes called K-pods. Offenders face jail, caning, rehab, and heavy fines. A hotline reports vapers, with strict new laws in schools and public campaigns warning of dangers.

January 17, 2026

Tamil Nadu Bans Almont-Kid Syrup Batch AL-24002 Contaminated with Toxic Ethylene Glycol

Tamil Nadu’s drug control warns against using Almont-Kid Syrup batch AL-24002, found to contain toxic ethylene glycol. Retailers must remove stocks. Consumers should avoid and report it.

January 17, 2026

Hebei Villagers Struggle with Rising Heating Costs Amid China’s Coal Ban

In Hebei, northern China, villagers fret over higher heating bills after coal bans and subsidy cuts. Natural gas costs triple, pushing some to ration heat or sunbathe for warmth.