January 10, 2026

Makrand Narwekar Tops Wealth List in BMC Election with ₹124.4 Crore Assets

Makrand Narwekar, brother of Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, is the wealthiest BMC election candidate with assets worth ₹124.4 crore. He is seeking a third term from ward 226 on a BJP ticket. His assets have grown almost 19 times in nine years, including farmland and properties in Alibaug and Mumbai.

January 10, 2026

Etihad Airways Launches Direct Abu Dhabi-Luxembourg Flights from October 2026

Etihad Airways will start three weekly direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Luxembourg from October 29, 2026. Using the Airbus A321LR, this new route opens fresh business and travel opportunities, marking the first Middle Eastern airline service to Luxembourg.

January 10, 2026

ED Attaches ₹580 Crore Land in Real Estate Money Laundering Case Against ADEL Landmarks

The Enforcement Directorate has attached 340 acres of land worth over ₹580 crore linked to ADEL Landmarks in a money laundering probe. The case involves cheating homebuyers with delayed, incomplete housing projects in Haryana and UP.

January 10, 2026

Telangana IPS Officers Condemn Media Attacks on Women IAS Officers, Demand Apology

The Telangana IPS Officers’ Association strongly condemned defamatory media broadcasts targeting women IAS officers. They demand a public apology and urge media to follow ethical reporting.

January 10, 2026

Hyderabad Researchers Use AI to Decode 12 Unique Biryani Styles in India

Researchers at IIIT Hyderabad used AI to study videos of 12 biryani types. They found clear differences and common steps in cooking. This study could aid Geographical Indication tagging for biryani varieties.

January 10, 2026

TOI World Desk Brings You Timely, Accurate Global News with Privacy Promise

TOI World Desk's skilled team works nonstop to deliver the latest global news and varied views. Committed to truth and privacy, they keep you updated without sharing your info for ads.

January 10, 2026

Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over Risk of AI Pornographic Content

Indonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot citing worries about AI-generated sexual content. The move follows global criticism and measures to control exploitative imagery created by the tool.

January 10, 2026

Kuwait Issues Safety Advisory for Its Citizens in Iran Amid Rising Protests and Risks

Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens in Iran to stay alert, avoid public gatherings, and follow local rules amid protests. Emergency contacts provided for quick help.

January 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Launches Annual Thirukkural Week Events in January

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a series of events for Thirukkural Week in January 2026. The programmes will include recitations, music, painting, and conferences across the state to celebrate the Tamil saint-poet Thiruvalluvar.

January 10, 2026

Makrand Narwekar is BMC polls richest with ₹124.4 crore assets

Makrand Narwekar, BJP candidate for Mumbai civic polls, declared assets worth ₹124.4 crore. His wealth rose 1,868% in nine years with key land buys in Alibaug and a pricey South Mumbai flat.