January 8, 2026

India's Exports Beat US Tariffs with Smart Moves & New Markets

India's exports to the US grew despite tough tariffs. Smartphone shipments skyrocketed 237%. Marine products and cotton garments found new buyers in Europe and China, balancing losses. Exporters are diversifying smartly, keeping growth alive.

January 8, 2026

Google's Willow Quantum Chip Breaks Records, Sparks Global Race for Quantum Dominance

Google's Willow quantum computer solved in minutes a problem that would take classical supercomputers 10 septillion years. This breakthrough powers hopes for new medicines, clean energy, and climate solutions. The US, China, and UK compete fiercely to lead the quantum future.

January 8, 2026

NSW Police Shoot Man Dead After Six-Hour Standoff During Welfare Check

A man was shot dead by NSW police in Springfield after a six-hour standoff. The incident began during a welfare check and ended when the man attacked officers with a sharp weapon.

January 8, 2026

Kanpur YouTuber Arrested, Cop on Run in 14-Year-Old Girl’s Abduction and Gang Rape Case

A YouTuber is arrested and a sub-inspector is missing after a 14-year-old girl was abducted and gang raped near Kanpur. Police have suspended two officers and started a thorough probe.

January 8, 2026

Russian Strikes Cause Widespread Blackouts in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia

Russian attacks have left two major Ukrainian regions, Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia, nearly without power. Critical infrastructure and water supplies are disrupted amid freezing weather. Energy workers race to restore services as power outages deepen during winter.

January 8, 2026

West Bengal ASHA Workers Protest for Higher Pay, Insurance Outside Health Dept HQ

Hundreds of ASHA workers in West Bengal protested outside the health department demanding their honorarium be raised to ₹15,000 and death compensation of ₹5 lakhs. The protest marks over two weeks of strike as workers seek permanent status and better benefits.

January 8, 2026

Thousands Line Saint-Tropez Streets for Brigitte Bardot's Funeral

Crowds gathered in Saint-Tropez to bid farewell to French film star Brigitte Bardot. The funeral saw applause as her coffin passed, with notable attendees including Marine le Pen. Bardot, a cinema legend and animal rights activist, was laid to rest overlooking the Mediterranean.

January 8, 2026

Greenlanders Say ‘We Are Not For Sale’ as Trump Eyes Buying Territory

Greenlanders express anger and fear after Trump showed interest in buying Greenland from Denmark. They reject any idea of US ownership or forceful takeover. Locals and politicians call it disrespectful and warn against threats to their self-rule and NATO ties.

January 8, 2026

Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin Inaugurates ₹31.62 Crore Vehicular Subway at Chromepet

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin opened a ₹31.62 crore vehicular subway at Radha Nagar, Chromepet. This project replaces Level Crossing 27 and eases travel for nearby areas like Zameen Pallavaram and Medavakkam. The subway is 329 meters long and features safety and access facilities.

January 8, 2026

SASTRA University Teams Up With The Hindu for Webinar on Boosting Research Culture in Education

Learn how to build a strong research culture in higher education at SASTRA University’s webinar on January 10. Top experts will discuss innovation, careers, and national science initiatives.