January 8, 2026

Rampaging Elephant Kills 13 in Jharkhand, Triggers Panic and Train Cancellations

A wild elephant killed 13 people and injured four in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, over two days. Trains were cancelled, and BJP leader Madhu Koda urged urgent government steps and support for victims' families.

January 8, 2026

NSW Protest Laws Face Supreme Court Challenge Over Free Speech Rights

New South Wales protest laws restricting demonstrations up to 90 days after terror attacks are under legal fire. Activist groups claim the laws crush free speech. Police extended the protest ban in Sydney till January 20, raising fears about upcoming rallies.

January 8, 2026

One Dead, Three Injured as Sabarimala Pilgrims' Car Hits Lorry on MC Road

A car with Sabarimala pilgrims crashed into a container lorry on MC Road near Muvattupuzha. One man died and three were hurt. The driver may have dozed off.

January 8, 2026

Ernakulam Commission Fines Contractor ₹1.10 Lakh for Not Completing Houses

Ernakulam Consumer Commission penalized a contractor ₹1.10 lakh for failing to finish two houses on time. The contractor used poor materials and stopped work, causing financial loss and distress to the buyer, who had to spend extra money to fix defects.

January 8, 2026

Violent Clashes in Kurdish Iran as Protests Hit 11th Day Ahead of General Strike

Protests flare up in Kurdish areas of Iran against tough economic conditions. Authorities respond with teargas and gunfire. A general strike is planned as pressure mounts.