January 15, 2026

Trump Visa Pause Excludes India, Sparking MAGA Backlash Over H-1B Visas

The US government has paused immigrant visa processing for 75 countries from January 2026, but India is not on the list. This has upset parts of the MAGA base, who blame India’s H-1B visa presence. While some conservatives criticize the visa program, Trump and tech leaders say it fills key skill gaps.

January 15, 2026

Renee Good's ICE Shooting Sparks Outrage; Ex-Father-in-Law Speaks Out

Renee Nicole Good, shot by ICE in Minneapolis, has stirred national anger. Her former father-in-law, Timmy Macklin, defends her family and criticizes the ICE agent and Trump’s response.

January 15, 2026

YouTube Allows Monetization on Sensitive Topics If Presented Non-Graphically

YouTube has changed its rules. Creators can now earn money from videos on sensitive issues like abortion and self-harm. The content must be non-graphic and dramatized or discussed carefully. This update helps creators, advertisers, and viewers engage in important topics without losing ad revenue.

January 15, 2026

Editors Guild Urges India and Pakistan to Lift News Website Bans

The Editors Guild of India has called on India and Pakistan to end bans on news websites and allow free cross-border journalism. They say blocking media only spreads fear and harms democracy.

January 15, 2026

Heated Rivalry Romcom Sparks Spike in Ice Hockey Interest and LGBTQ+ Sports Inclusion

The queer romcom Heated Rivalry drives higher ice hockey attendance and sparks new conversations on LGBTQ+ inclusion in men's sports. The show shines a spotlight on queer love in hockey, inspiring communities and pushing Australian sports towards greater acceptance.

January 15, 2026

University of Colorado Pays $200,000 Over Curry Microwave Row, Bans Indian PhD Students

Two Indian PhD students at University of Colorado Boulder barred for life after a food smell dispute over reheating curry in a shared microwave. The university settles for $200,000 and grants delayed degrees, marking a landmark case in campus cultural conflicts.

January 15, 2026

Trump Calls US Control of Greenland Vital for Missile Defense and NATO Strength

US President Donald Trump stressed that Greenland is crucial for America's Golden Dome missile defense system and NATO's security. He highlighted Greenland's key location in the Arctic for tracking missile threats from Russia and space surveillance.

January 15, 2026

Sikh Community Confronts Afghan Man Over Alleged Grooming of Teen in Hounslow

Around 200 Sikh protesters surrounded a flat in Hounslow, accusing a 34-year-old Afghan man of grooming a 16-year-old Sikh girl. Police arrested the man after community intervention. The girl returned to her family. Sikh groups demand stronger action and launched an inquiry into grooming cases.

January 15, 2026

US To Pause Immigrant Visas For 75 Countries From 2026; India Safe for Now

The US will suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting January 21, 2026. India is not on the list and Indian visas remain unaffected. Non-immigrant visas like H-1B and student visas continue without change.

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.