January 18, 2026

UAE Weather: Mild Winter Continues with Fog Alerts, Rain Expected Midweek

On January 18, UAE stays cool with highs near 25°C and fog warnings. Night temps drop to upper teens. Midweek, light rain and colder weather arrive.

January 18, 2026

1,500 Soldiers on Standby Amid Minneapolis ICE Protests After Renee Good's Death

Around 1,500 soldiers in Alaska are ready for possible deployment to Minneapolis as anti-ICE protests continue following the death of Renee Good. No decision made yet on sending troops, while state officials urge peaceful demonstrations.

January 18, 2026

India's Power Line-Up at World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos

India is sending top ministers and over 100 CEOs to the World Economic Forum starting January 19, 2026 in Davos. US President Trump leads the global stars in talks on global dialogue.

January 18, 2026

1.3 Crore Devotees Take Holy Dip at Ganga and Sangam on Mauni Amavasya at Magh Mela

More than 1.3 crore devotees bathed in the Ganga and Sangam by 8 a.m. on Mauni Amavasya, a key bathing festival during the Magh Mela 2026. Officials managed huge crowds amid fog with enhanced facilities and security.

January 18, 2026

12-Year-Old Boy Critically Injured in Sydney Shark Attack at Shark Beach

A boy, around 12 years old, was attacked by a shark at Shark Beach, Sydney. He suffered serious injuries to both legs and is in critical condition. Emergency teams quickly responded, and the beach is now closed.

January 18, 2026

Two Dead in Madhya Pradesh Guillain-Barré Syndrome Outbreak; Govt Acts Fast

Two people died due to a Guillain-Barré Syndrome outbreak in Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. Officials found 14 cases in Manasa town and started urgent control measures to stop the spread.

January 18, 2026

PM Modi to Lay Foundation for ₹6,957 Crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation for the Kaziranga elevated corridor on January 18. The ₹6,957-crore project aims to protect wildlife, reduce accidents on NH-37, and boost ecotourism in Assam.

January 18, 2026

Syrian Army Seizes Key Northern Cities and Dams from Kurdish Forces

The Syrian army captured the northern city of Tabqa and major dams from Kurdish-led forces, escalating tensions despite US and French calls for calm. Kurdish fighters accuse Damascus of breaking a withdrawal deal, while Syrians celebrate the return of government troops to Arab areas.

January 18, 2026

UP Police Book 8 for Spreading AI-Generated Fake Images on Manikarnika Ghat Work

Varanasi police have filed eight cases against individuals for sharing AI-generated fake images and false info on social media about Manikarnika Ghat's redevelopment. The misleading posts hurt religious sentiments and stirred social tension, prompting strict police action.

January 18, 2026

Haryana Family Welcomes Son After 11 Pregnancies, Spotlighting Son Preference Issue

The Singwai family in Haryana finally welcomes a baby boy after 11 pregnancies, ending years of social pressure and taunts. Despite improving sex ratios, son preference remains entrenched in rural Haryana.