January 9, 2026

Israel Hits Hezbollah Sites in Lebanon Amid Disarmament Efforts After Ceasefire

Israel carried out air strikes on Hezbollah targets across Lebanon, hitting weapons sites as Lebanon claimed progress in disarming the group. The move comes despite a ceasefire, with tensions rising over continued military actions and Hezbollah's refusal to disarm fully.

January 9, 2026

Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows No Back Down Amid Widespread Protests and Crackdown

Iran's leader Ali Khamenei condemned protesters as foreign-backed vandals and signaled a harsher crackdown. Despite internet cuts and police violence, thousands marched nationwide, responding to exiled prince Reza Pahlavi's call for change. Over 40 killed and 2,270 detained in unrest sparked by economic woes and political demands.

January 9, 2026

CBI Arrests CPRI Joint Director for ₹9.5 Lakh Bribe; Seizes ₹3.76 Crore Cash

CBI arrested Rajaram Mohanrao Chennu, joint director of Central Power Research Institute, for accepting a ₹9.5 lakh bribe in Bengaluru. They also seized ₹3.76 crore cash and foreign currency. Sudhir Group's director Atul Khanna was also arrested in the ongoing case.

January 9, 2026

CFSL Officials Inspect Karur Stampede Site in CBI Probe of TVK Rally Tragedy

CFSL experts arrived in Karur to inspect the stampede scene at a TVK rally that killed 41. They met with CBI officials and examined the area closely for forensic clues.

January 9, 2026

Four Cows Killed in Suspected Wild Animal Attack in Iritty's Forest Fringe

Four cows belonging to Rakesh Pullattu Kunnel were killed in a suspected tiger or leopard attack in Iritty, Kerala. Locals blame Forest department negligence and demand urgent action after repeated alerts about wild animals.