January 17, 2026

Armed Robbers Steal $100K+ in Rare Pokémon Cards at Manhattan Shop

Three armed men robbed over $100,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards from Poké Court, a Manhattan store, during its first community event. The robbery lasted just three minutes, with no injuries reported. Police investigations are ongoing to catch the thieves.

January 17, 2026

Brokers Offer Fake Credentials to Boost Indian Clients’ Einstein Visa Chances in US

With H-1B visas getting costly, demand for the US Einstein visa soars. CBS News reveals brokers inserting Indian clients’ names into fake research papers, boosting visa eligibility for a fee.

January 17, 2026

Hubballi Airport Expansion Sparks Protest Over Delay in Alternative Site Allotment

Displaced families protesting in Hubballi say HDUDA delayed alternative site allotments after airport land acquisition. Officials promise talks on January 24.

January 17, 2026

SFI’s Martyr’s Column Unveiling at Govt Law College Sparks Tension with KSU

SFI set up a martyr’s column for M.A. Sakeer at Government Law College despite a court stay. Clashes with KSU broke out but a remembrance meeting passed peacefully the next day.

January 17, 2026

Lokayukta Police Nab Excise Officials Demanding ₹80 Lakh Bribe for Liquor Licences

Lokayukta Police arrested senior Excise officials in Bengaluru for demanding ₹80 lakh bribe. Officials caught red-handed taking ₹25 lakh as first instalment for liquor licences.

January 17, 2026

Man Caught Growing 2.57 Kg Ganja in Turmeric Fields in Vikarabad

Excise officials raided fields in Vikarabad, seized 2.57 kg ganja hidden with turmeric. One man, Boini Ravi, was taken into custody for illegal cultivation.

January 17, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Build Satellite Launch Facility on Hope Island Under Space City Project

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to develop a satellite launching facility on Hope Island near Kakinada as part of the new Space City project. The move aims to boost technology and innovation in the region, with support from the Greenko Group.

January 17, 2026

Olavanna Toll Protest Halted for One Week After Collector's Assurance

Anti-toll protesters at Olavanna toll plaza halt their agitation for a week after Collector Snehil Kumar Singh promises a solution. Protesters warn of stronger actions if unresolved.

January 17, 2026

Andhra Pradesh to Restart Cotton Candy Testing Amid Rhodamine B Concerns

After delays, Andhra Pradesh will soon collect cotton candy samples to check for banned harmful dye Rhodamine B. The sale continues publicly, prompting action.

January 17, 2026

Athani Police Arrest Youth for Kidnapping and Attempted Religious Conversion of Minor Girl

Athani police arrested Sahil for kidnapping a minor girl and attempting her religious conversion in Bengaluru. The girl was rescued and the case is under investigation.