January 13, 2026

Supreme Court Split on Prior Sanction for Prosecuting Public Servants Under Anti-Corruption Law

The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, debating the need for prior sanction before prosecuting public servants. One judge called the section unconstitutional, while the other urged an independent authority to decide sanctions.

January 13, 2026

Dubai Airport Teams Up with Salik for Ticketless Parking From 2026

Dubai International Airport will introduce ticketless parking payments using Salik's e-wallet in January 2026. This new system will cover 7,400 parking spaces across all terminals, speeding up exit times and reducing paper waste.

January 13, 2026

Thick Fog and Traffic Jams Hit UAE Morning Commute; Police Urge Caution

Dense fog struck Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah on Tuesday morning, causing dangerous low visibility and heavy traffic on key roads like E11 and E311. Police warn drivers to slow down and use low-beam headlights. Traffic delays add 20-30 minutes to journeys. Fog expected to lift by noon with clearer roads later.

January 13, 2026

Scientists Discover Coastal Marine Life Thriving on Pacific Plastic Waste

Scientists found 46 kinds of coastal animals living and breeding on plastic debris in the Pacific Ocean. This surprising discovery shows how plastic is creating new habitats on the high seas.

January 13, 2026

Government Acts Against ₹3000 Crore Digital Arrest Scams; High-Level Panel Formed

India’s government sets up a strong inter-departmental committee to fight digital arrest scams that drained ₹3000 crore from victims. The move comes ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on January 13. Top officials, law enforcement, and tech firms like Google and WhatsApp join forces to halt this growing cybercrime menace.

January 13, 2026

Maharashtra BJP Files Complaint Over Illegal Hoardings Ahead of Pune Polls

Maharashtra BJP accuses NCP of putting up illegal hoardings in Pune before civic elections. BJP vows to keep city flex-free and has asked party workers to avoid banners.

January 13, 2026

Delhi Records Coldest January Morning in 3 Years at 3°C with Very Poor Air Quality

Delhi braves its coldest January morning in three years with minimum temperature at 3°C. The IMD warns cold wave to continue as pollution hits ‘very poor’ levels, with Anand Vihar topping at AQI 411.

January 13, 2026

Iran Faces Major Internet Blackout, Starlink Terminals Serve as Lifeline Amid Protests

Iran shut down most of its internet during anti-government protests. Starlink satellite terminals are helping some Iranians stay connected but carrying huge risks. Iran’s government hunts these devices fiercely, cracking down on users as part of expanding digital control.

January 13, 2026

Rachel Reid’s Game Changers Series Faces Print Shortage Amid Heated Rivalry TV Boom

Rachel Reid’s gay romance series Game Changers inspired the TV show Heated Rivalry. But Australian fans struggle to find printed books as demand soars, with copies selling out fast.

January 13, 2026

Iran Faces Biggest Crisis Since 1979 Amid Protests and Harsh Crackdown

Iran is battling its toughest challenge since 1979 with huge protests, severe internet blackouts, and a fierce government crackdown. Death tolls rise as streets quiet under force, while US pressures add fuel to the fire. The future of Iran’s regime hangs in the balance amid economic pain and political unrest.