January 15, 2026

Kuwait Launches Instant Residence Alerts to Protect Property Owners

Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) has launched a new digital service that alerts property owners instantly when a lease is registered for their property. This helps owners monitor rentals and prevent unauthorized use easily via the Sahel app.

January 15, 2026

Ukraine Declares Energy Emergency as Russian Strikes Cut Power Amid Harsh Winter

Ukraine has declared a state of emergency in its energy sector due to heavy Russian strikes causing power outages in Kyiv during a severe cold wave. President Zelensky sets up a 24/7 task force to restore energy and aid residents.

January 15, 2026

Odisha Villagers Demand Return of Land After Failed Lanco Power Project

Villagers in Odisha’s Dhenkanal want their land back after the Lanco Group’s 1,320 MW power project failed and company bankruptcy left them jobless and unpaid. About 1,000 acres were acquired in 2008 with hopes of jobs that never came. Efforts to get land restored remain unanswered.

January 15, 2026

Medical Panel Confirms 15 Deaths from Diarrhoea in Indore Due to Contaminated Water

A five-doctor panel confirms 15 deaths in Bhagirathpura, Indore, from contaminated water. Over 3,000 affected. Water supply remains suspended during tests.

January 15, 2026

IMD Forecasts End of North-East Monsoon in South India, Andhra Pradesh to Stay Dry Till Jan 21

IMD says the north-east monsoon will likely end in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and nearby regions within two days. Andhra Pradesh will see dry weather till January 21 with fog in some areas till January 19. Rainfall in AP was mostly normal or above average during recent monsoons.