January 16, 2026

Mumbai Youth Confused but Hope for Educated Mayor in 2026 BMC Polls

Young Mumbai voters showed confusion in the 2026 BMC elections amid tight multi-party battles. Despite communal campaigns, Gen-Z voters want a well-educated Mayor focused on real development.

January 16, 2026

US Halts Green Card Visas for 76 Countries, India Not Included

The US government has paused immigrant visas for 76 countries due to welfare concerns. India is spared, but neighbours like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal face the freeze, affecting green card seekers.

January 16, 2026

Violence Hits West Bengal BDO Offices Over SIR Probe; 5 Arrested

Anger over the Special Investigating Agency probe in West Bengal turned violent as mobs attacked BDO offices in Farakka and Chakulia. Police used force; 5 arrested. ECI issued notices to 1.36 crore people for discrepancies. Political leaders blame each other as tension rises.

January 16, 2026

Iran Protests Slow Down Amid Brutal Crackdown, Thousands Dead and Detained

Iran’s nationwide protests have slowed after a harsh crackdown that killed over 2,600 people and jailed tens of thousands. Trump urged Iranians to keep protesting but backed away from military action. Iran claims executions have stopped, while protests face strict internet blackouts and arrests.

January 16, 2026

Two Pakistanis Indicted for Illegal Voting and False Citizenship Claims in 2020 US Election

Two Pakistani men in New Jersey are charged with illegal voting in the 2020 US election and lying on their citizenship applications. Both claimed to be US citizens but were not when they voted and later denied voting in their naturalization process.

January 16, 2026

Texas House Linked to Multiple H-1B Visa Companies Sparks Fraud Allegations

A Texas home in Frisco is listed as the address for five companies tied to 50 H-1B visa workers earning above $100K, raising fraud claims. Authorities have not confirmed these charges yet.

January 16, 2026

Big fire and explosion rock Utrecht, 4 injured, buildings collapse

A huge fire broke out after an explosion in Utrecht city centre. Four people got hurt and several buildings fell down. Emergency teams warn of more danger and have evacuated locals.

January 16, 2026

India Plans Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Protests, MEA Confirms

India is set to evacuate its citizens from Iran due to ongoing protests. The MEA has begun assessing logistics for multiple flights after talks between S. Jaishankar and Iran’s foreign minister.

January 15, 2026

US Seizes Sixth Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker in Caribbean to Enforce Sanctions

The US military has captured its sixth Venezuelan oil tanker defying sanctions. The latest vessel, Veronica, was boarded without incident in a dawn operation. This move is part of Washington's tough stance on Venezuela's oil exports amid rising political tensions.

January 15, 2026

Indian-Origin Man Faces Hate After Layoff in Canada, Rejects Tim Hortons Job Stereotype

Gurvinder Singh, an Indian-origin man laid off in Canada, was bombarded with hateful comments telling him to work at Tim Hortons or leave. He says he won’t go anywhere and is confident about finding a skilled job. Singh highlights ongoing racial bias against Indians in North America.