January 11, 2026

Uttarakhand Police Files FIR to Identify 'VIPs' in Ankita Bhandari Murder Case

Uttarakhand Police filed an FIR to identify VIPs linked to Ankita Bhandari's murder after the state urged a CBI probe. Political parties demand court-monitored investigation, and a bandh is planned Sunday.

January 11, 2026

Delhi AQI improves to ‘poor’ but smog and cold continue on January 11

Delhi woke up to a chilly 6.6°C and a thin smog on January 11. Air quality improved from ‘very poor’ to ‘poor’ with an AQI of 298, yet several areas recorded AQI above 300. The smoky haze and cold weather continued after rain and heavy pollution over the weekend.

January 11, 2026

Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar Keeps Ancient Puppet Art Alive with Vibrant Folk Shows

In Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, 250 families handcraft and perform Kathputli puppets, a traditional Rajasthani folk art. These colorful wooden dolls, celebrated for decades, tell tales of kings and heroes through lively street and stage shows.

January 11, 2026

US Families Face Huge Electricity Bills as Energy Costs Soar Amid Policy Changes

Millions of Americans are battling soaring energy bills. Utility debts rise while clean energy project cuts and AI data demands push prices up. Winter heating costs jump 9.2%.

January 11, 2026

Australia Faces Devastating Bushfires After Severe Heatwave, 350,000 Hectares Burned

Australia's southeast is battling fierce bushfires after a severe heatwave. Over 80 homes and hundreds of structures were lost, and thousands forced to evacuate. Authorities warn fires may burn for weeks amid continued emergency efforts.

January 11, 2026

Yellow Alert in Tamil Nadu: Scattered Coastal Rainfall Likely Until Monday

Tamil Nadu’s coastal regions will see scattered rain until Monday due to a rare Bay of Bengal weather system. Heavy showers may hit Chennai and nearby districts. The Regional Meteorological Centre issued a yellow alert for northern areas, signaling possible heavy rains linked to the prolonged Northeast Monsoon. Cooler weather expected too.

January 11, 2026

US Orders Citizens to Flee Venezuela After Armed Militias Hunt Americans Post-Maduro Capture

The US has asked its citizens to leave Venezuela immediately due to reports of armed militias targeting Americans following President Nicolás Maduro's capture. Roadblocks and searches have raised security concerns as some flights restart.

January 11, 2026

US-led Forces Launch Massive Strikes on ISIS Across Syria After Deadly Attack

US and allied forces launched big strikes on ISIS targets in Syria. The action came after a deadly ISIS attack killed three Americans. The operation, part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, shows strong retaliation.

January 11, 2026

Why Aluminium Foil Startles Cats but Fails as a Long-Term Deterrent

Cats often jump back from aluminium foil due to its noise and feel. But vets say this fear is short-lived. Foil tricks cats briefly but is not a lasting way to stop them from jumping on tables.

January 11, 2026

Musang King Durian Fuels $7bn China Import Boom, Boosts Malaysian Town Raub

China’s appetite for Musang King durian has soared to $7 billion in imports this year. Malaysia’s Raub town thrives, with local farmers turning fortunes around. The ‘Hermès of durians’ is now a symbol of luxury and booming trade.