January 8, 2026

NHRC Issues Notice to Gujarat Govt Over Typhoid Surge in Gandhinagar Due to Contaminated Water

NHRC has asked Gujarat government for a report after 70 typhoid cases emerged in Gandhinagar. The outbreak is linked to leaks in the new water supply system mixing sewage with drinking water.

January 8, 2026

US Vice-President JD Vance Slams Denmark and Europe Over Greenland's Defense Role

US Vice-President JD Vance calls Greenland 'critical' for defense against missile attacks. He says Denmark and Europe have 'not done a good job' in securing the island. The US is discussing buying Greenland, despite Danish refusal. European leaders stand firm on sovereignty and NATO unity.

January 8, 2026

Hyderabad Police Seize ₹1.24 Crore Banned Chinese Manja, Arrest 143 Ahead of Sankranti

Ahead of Sankranti, Hyderabad Police crack down on banned Chinese manja. They seize strings worth ₹1.24 crore and arrest 143, aiming to protect people, birds, and the environment.

January 8, 2026

Rare Deep Depression to Bring Heavy Rainfall to Tamil Nadu from January 9

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal will bring scattered heavy rains to coastal Tamil Nadu from January 9. This rare January event is expected to cause intense downpours along south-coastal districts with weather alerts issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre.

January 8, 2026

Delhi University Urges Supreme Court: Don’t Rely on Officials, Act Directly on Stray Dogs

Delhi University's Campus Law Centre told the Supreme Court to stop depending on municipal bodies for stray dog issues. They took matters into their own hands by vaccinating and sterilising 28 of 49 stray dogs on their campus. The Centre wants courts to push institutions to start their own ‘animal cells’ for humane management of strays.