January 25, 2026

Violence in Bangladesh Alarms Migrant Families in Bihar Ahead of Elections

As Bangladesh faces rising communal violence ahead of February elections, migrant families settled in Kishanganj, Bihar, fear for their relatives still in Bangladesh. Around 30 families remain across the border, with communication now difficult amid the unrest.

January 25, 2026

US Moves Away From Rules-Based World Order, Challenging Middle Powers and Allies

The US, under Trump, is breaking from the post-WW2 rules-based international order. This shift unsettles middle powers like Canada and Europe, who face new challenges amid rising great-power rivalries. Trump's revival of the Monroe Doctrine signals a return to power politics, causing allies to unite in cautious defiance.

January 25, 2026

Minneapolis Man Shot Dead by Federal Officers Sparks Protests and Political Clash

Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was shot dead by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis. The incident fueled protests and political tensions in the city.

January 25, 2026

Victoria Firefighters Battle Bushfires Near Gellibrand Amid Hot, Dry Conditions

Victoria’s west is under threat as a bushfire nears Gellibrand. Firefighters face tough conditions with 1,700 deployed. Residents warned to stay alert.

January 25, 2026

Trump Calls Minnesota Shooting a 'Cover-Up' Amid ICE Controversy

After federal officers fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Donald Trump slammed Minnesota's leaders for a cover-up and corruption. The man was legally armed, sparking protests and political backlash.

January 25, 2026

Karnataka Launches Co-operative Natural Farming to Boost Farmer Income

Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha is promoting co-operative natural farming where groups of farmers grow and sell chemical-free crops directly. This new model aims to help farmers earn up to ₹3 lakh a year from half an acre while reducing labor burden.

January 25, 2026

Fatal Minneapolis Shooting by Immigration Officers Sparks Furor Over Viral Video

A federal immigration officer shot a man dead in Minneapolis during a raid, but a viral video disputes official claims that the man was armed and a threat. The incident sparked fresh protests and political backlash.

January 25, 2026

Nihilist Penguin Meme Captivates Internet with Lone Antarctic Walk

A lone Adélie penguin walking inland in Antarctica has become an internet sensation. The 'Nihilist Penguin' clip is from Werner Herzog’s 2007 documentary and now fuels memes and mixed emotions online, though scientists say this behavior is rare and not typical.

January 25, 2026

ECI uploads voter discrepancy list for West Bengal as Supreme Court orders display

The Election Commission of India has uploaded the list of voters with logical discrepancies in West Bengal on its website. This follows a Supreme Court order to show the list at local government offices. Over 1.25 crore voters are affected. Officials are now displaying the lists as instructed, despite initial software delays.

January 25, 2026

Massive Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow, Cancels 10,000+ US Flights

A severe winter storm strikes America, dumping heavy snow and freezing temperatures from Colorado to Boston. Over 10,000 flights canceled. Oklahoma battles blizzards with ploughs clearing roads and runways.