January 19, 2026

Bus Carrying Wedding Guests Overturns in Jharkhand; 9 Dead, 80 Injured

A bus carrying wedding guests overturned in Latehar, Jharkhand, killing nine people and injuring over 80 others. The accident happened due to brake failure, police say.

January 19, 2026

Burglars Steal Gold, Silver, and Cash from PDS Staff House in Vaniyambadi

Thieves looted 20 sovereigns of gold, 800 grams silver, and ₹20,000 from a PDS staff’s home in Natrampalli near Vaniyambadi. Police have launched a probe and formed special teams to catch the culprits.

January 18, 2026

Deadly Wildfires in Chile Kill 15, Force Massive Evacuations in Ñuble and Biobío

Wildfires in southern Chile have killed 15 people and forced about 20,000 to flee homes. A state of emergency is declared to fight the fires in Ñuble and Biobío regions.

January 18, 2026

Technician Sudhakar Dies by Suicide at Jangareddygudem Government Hospital; Family Alleges Harassment

Sudhakar, a technician at Jangareddygudem Government Hospital, died by suicide inside the hospital. Police suspect foul play. Family claims harassment by hospital staff. Investigation is ongoing.

January 18, 2026

Chile Declares State of Catastrophe Amid Deadly Wildfires Killing 16 People

Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in Ñuble and Biobío after wildfires killed 16 and forced 20,000 people to flee. The fires have destroyed 250 homes near Concepción and firefighters are battling 24 blazes.