January 17, 2026

Riyadh Launches Unified Digital Platform to Speed Up Urban Planning Approvals

Riyadh Municipality has introduced a single digital system to fast-track urban planning approvals, reducing delays and increasing transparency for developers and investors in Saudi Arabia.

January 17, 2026

Rare Twin Mountain Gorillas Born in Virunga National Park, Congo

Twin mountain gorillas born in DRC's Virunga National Park are being closely watched. The rare births bring hope amid high infant mortality and serious threats.

January 17, 2026

4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Gujarat's Kutch District; No Casualties Reported

A 4.1 magnitude quake jolted Kutch district in Gujarat at 1:22 a.m. on January 17. Locals panicked but there were no casualties or property damage. The area is known for frequent seismic activity.

January 17, 2026

Manipur Police Arrest 4 Militants, Destroy 65 Acres of Illegal Poppy Fields

Manipur security forces nabbed four militants involved in extortion and took down nearly 65 acres of illegal poppy cultivation across Kangpokpi and Churachandpur districts. The crackdown included arrests of cadres from banned groups and destruction of farms and equipment.

January 17, 2026

Karnataka Forest Dept Captures Tusker Linked to Woman’s Death in Sakleshpur

Karnataka’s Forest Department caught a tusker linked to a woman’s death in Sakleshpur within 100 hours. The 25-year-old elephant will soon be translocated.