January 17, 2026

Residents Block Road in Tiruvannamalai to Trap Stray Leopard Threatening Villages

People in Tiruvannamalai's farming villages blocked a main road, demanding action to trap a stray leopard attacking cattle and threatening safety. Forest officials confirmed the leopard’s sightings and are setting traps soon.

January 17, 2026

Sabarimala Gold Theft: VSSC Report Given to SIT, Key Accused in Court Custody

The Kollam Vigilance Court handed the VSSC's scientific report on Sabarimala gold artefacts to SIT. Senior Tantri Rajeevaru is under judicial custody. Bail hearing for main accused Unnikrishnan Potti on Monday.

January 17, 2026

US Judge Limits ICE Tactics Against Peaceful Minneapolis Protesters Amid Rising Tensions

A US judge has barred ICE agents from arresting or pepper spraying peaceful protesters in Minneapolis. This order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and follows the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Federal agents also face restrictions on detaining drivers without suspicion.

January 17, 2026

ED raids Piyush Group over ₹600 crore real estate scam involving 2,000 homebuyers

Enforcement Directorate searched Piyush Group and associates for a ₹600 crore real estate fraud in Haryana and Rajasthan. Over 2,000 homebuyers were cheated. The scam includes forged documents and unfinished projects under insolvency.

January 17, 2026

Indonesia Launches Urgent Search for Missing Turboprop Plane with 10 Onboard

Indonesia is searching for a turboprop plane lost near Makassar. Ten people, including three government workers, were on board. Rescue teams use helicopters, drones, and ground forces to find it.