January 18, 2026

27-Day-Old Baby Dies of Hypothermia in Gaza as Child Death Toll Hits Eight This Winter

A 27-day-old baby named Aisha died of severe cold in Gaza, raising the number of child hypothermia deaths to eight this winter. Ongoing conflict, fuel shortages, and harsh weather worsen health crises in the region.

January 18, 2026

Mudslip Kills Three Migrant Labourers at Nilgiris Construction Site

Three migrant workers died in a mudslide at a Nilgiris construction site on Saturday. Police are investigating safety and permission issues at the site. Rescue efforts saved one worker, who later died en route to hospital.

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

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.

January 17, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Build Satellite Launch Facility on Hope Island Under Space City Project

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to develop a satellite launching facility on Hope Island near Kakinada as part of the new Space City project. The move aims to boost technology and innovation in the region, with support from the Greenko Group.