January 13, 2026

Blinkit, Zomato, Swiggy Drop 10-Minute Delivery After Union Minister’s Intervention

After a strike by delivery workers, India's Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya convinced Blinkit, Zepto, Zomato, and Swiggy to scrap 10-minute delivery promises to improve worker safety and health.

January 13, 2026

15,000 Nurses Strike in New York City Over Staffing and Safety Concerns

Nearly 15,000 nurses struck at NYC’s largest private hospitals on Monday, demanding better staffing, wages, and safety. Mayor Mamdani supported them, while the governor declared an emergency.

January 13, 2026

Two Healthcare Workers Test Positive for Nipah Virus in West Bengal, Condition Critical

Two healthcare workers at AIIMS Kalyani in West Bengal tested positive for Nipah virus on January 12. Both are in critical condition. The state government has begun contact tracing in multiple districts and launched helpline numbers for public queries.

January 13, 2026

Delhi Records Coldest January Morning in 3 Years at 3°C with Very Poor Air Quality

Delhi braves its coldest January morning in three years with minimum temperature at 3°C. The IMD warns cold wave to continue as pollution hits ‘very poor’ levels, with Anand Vihar topping at AQI 411.

January 13, 2026

28 Fall Sick After Eating Ice Cream at Edayar Church Festival, Mostly Children Affected

Twenty-eight people, including 22 children, fell ill after eating ice cream at a church festival in Edayar. Symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea. Samples sent for testing.