January 13, 2026

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 10 Tamil Nadu Fishermen for Crossing IMBL Near Rameswaram

Ten fishermen from Tamil Nadu were detained by the Sri Lankan Navy on January 12 for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line. They were caught near the sea after leaving Rameswaram in a mechanised trawler. The fishermen and their boat are currently held for questioning.

January 13, 2026

Iran protests kill at least 648; Trump warns of military action amid unrest

Iran’s nationwide protests have led to 648 deaths and over 10,600 arrests. The government cracked down hard, cutting internet and blaming foreign enemies. Trump threatens military force and tariffs on countries trading with Iran. The unrest is the toughest challenge to Iran’s regime in years.

January 13, 2026

Wild Elephant Kills Woman in Hassan, Locals Demand Solutions

A wild elephant trampled a 40-year-old woman in Hassan. Villagers protested, urging a permanent fix for human-elephant conflicts. The Forest Minister mourned her death and promised action.

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

Cyberabad Police Book 73 for Online Abuse and Harassment of Actress Anasuya Bharadwaj

Cyberabad Police have booked 73 individuals and media handles for online abuse, sexual harassment, and defamation of Telugu actress Anasuya Bharadwaj. The actress faced threats, obscene messages, and AI deepfake attacks after commenting on a controversy involving a fellow actor.