January 20, 2026

UK Stands Firm on Chagos Islands Deal Despite Trump's Harsh Criticism

The UK defends its £3.4bn deal to transfer Chagos Islands sovereignty to Mauritius while securing a vital military base lease, after Donald Trump calls it an 'act of great stupidity.' UK and US officials affirm the deal supports national security.

January 20, 2026

US Diplomat Email Urges Push on African Aid Amid USAID Closure Plans

A leaked US State Department email urges diplomats to aggressively highlight American aid in Africa. This comes as USAID faces shutdown, stirring criticism over US foreign policy shifts.

January 20, 2026

Why 2016 Nostalgia Is Now a Social Media Smash, Led by Gen Z’s Meme Magic

2016 nostalgia has exploded on social media, fueled by a special Gen Z crowd who first made the year a cult icon online. Now, celebrities and millions copy the vibe, but for the originals, it’s bittersweet watching their private moment go mainstream.

January 20, 2026

KSTDC Launches Ambaari Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Bus in Bengaluru

Karnataka launches the Ambaari Double Decker Bengaluru Hop-On Hop-Off bus service for easy exploring of city landmarks. Three buses start from Ravindra Kala Kshetra with audio guides and flexible stops.

January 20, 2026

Youth Arrested for Murdering Elderly Woman Over Gold Jewellery Theft in Vaniyambadi

A 24-year-old man named Murugan was arrested for killing a 65-year-old woman to steal her gold jewellery. He was driven by debt and failed robbery attempts before the crime. Police caught him using CCTV and local tips.

January 20, 2026

Supreme Court Upholds Accountability on Dog Feeders Amid Rising Dog Bite Concerns

The Supreme Court is serious about holding dog feeders responsible for bite incidents. Animal welfare groups warn of attacks on feeders due to court remarks. The court also flagged contemptuous remarks by Maneka Gandhi and stressed sterilisation for stray dogs.

January 20, 2026

Kurdish Forces Withdraw from IS Detention Camp as Syrian Army Advances

Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces pulled back from al-Hol detention camp housing IS suspects, as Syrian government troops rapidly advanced in northeast Syria. The move stirs fears over security and stability in the critical region.

January 20, 2026

Canada Issues 1,775 Job Notices as Public Service Faces Major Cuts

Canada plans to cut 40,000 public service jobs after issuing 1,775 warning notices last week. The government is restructuring to save money, but visa officers are safe, says Immigration Minister.

January 20, 2026

Unsupervised Steroid Use Linked to Rising Glaucoma Cases in India

Doctors warn that unsupervised steroid use is causing a rise in secondary glaucoma, a serious eye disease leading to blindness. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, highlighting the need for early screening to protect vision.

January 20, 2026

Israel Bulldozes UNRWA Jerusalem HQ, Fires Teargas at West Bank School Amid Hamas Allegations

Israeli forces bulldozed the UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem and fired teargas at a UN school in Qalandia. Israel accuses UNRWA of Hamas ties, which the agency denies.