January 17, 2026

Bangladesh Newspapers Attacked: Journalists Demand Safety Ahead of Elections

In Bangladesh, mobs attacked the Daily Star and Prothom Alo newspapers, forcing staff to rooftops. Editors urge urgent protection as election approaches.

January 17, 2026

Trump’s Gaza Peace Panel Faces Big Challenges With No Palestinian Leaders Included

The White House named members of Trump’s Gaza peace boards, mostly Americans and no Palestinians. Critics question the plan as colonial. Huge challenges remain in rebuilding Gaza and keeping ceasefire.

January 17, 2026

Telangana Reserves Wards and Mayor Posts for SC/ST, BCs, and Women in Municipal Polls

Telangana government has set reservations for 131 local bodies. SC/ST, BCs, and women get fixed posts in mayors and ward elections for the 2026 municipal polls.

January 17, 2026

BDA Loses Bengaluru Planning Role as Greater Bengaluru Authority Takes Over

Bengaluru’s Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has lost its role as the city's Local Planning Authority. The new Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will now handle city planning. This change aims to fix years of poor planning and unplanned growth in Bengaluru’s booming neighborhoods.

January 17, 2026

JSP's T.C. Varun Opens Kabaddi Competitions in Anantapur During Sankranti

Jana Sena Party chief T.C. Varun inaugurated Kabaddi tournaments in Anantapur as part of Sankranti celebrations. Twenty-five teams are competing, with prizes for the winners announced.

January 17, 2026

Telangana Demands Halt to Andhra Pradesh's Illegal Polavaram-Nallamalasagar Project Work

Telangana has urged the Ministry of Jal Shakti to stop Andhra Pradesh from continuing illegal work on the Polavaram-Nallamalasagar link project. Telangana says AP is ignoring rules and preparing project reports without approval. The state may take legal action and will join talks only if work stops.

January 17, 2026

Tourists' Loud Music Disturbs Wild Elephants in Munnar; Authorities Warn Public Safety Risk

Wild elephants roam Munnar town but tourists' loud music, dancing, and photo frenzy disturb them. Authorities chase elephants back to safety and warn visitors against risky behavior.

January 17, 2026

Indian-Origin Businessman Rahul Shah Gets 6 Years for $55M COVID Relief Fraud in Chicago

Rahul Shah, an Indian-origin businessman in Chicago, was sentenced to six years in prison for cheating banks and the US government out of over $55 million in loans and COVID-19 relief funds. He must also pay $23.2 million in restitution.

January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia First to Approve Anktiva for Advanced Lung and Bladder Cancer

Saudi Arabia has granted conditional approval for Anktiva, a new cancer therapy for advanced lung and bladder cancers. This makes it the first nation worldwide to approve the treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), offering hope to patients after standard therapies fail.

January 17, 2026

Iran Cleric Demands Execution of Protesters Amid Deadly Crackdown, Trump Delays Military Strike

A senior Iranian cleric called for the execution of protesters after a violent crackdown killed over 3,000 people. US President Trump delayed military action, thanking Iran for halting executions. Iran's supreme leader vowed tougher punishments as tensions rise.