January 30, 2026

Karnataka Bans Tobacco Ads on State Buses Amid Public Outcry

Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy orders immediate removal of tobacco ads from all state-run buses and bus stands. The move follows protests by activists and social media criticism over tobacco promotion on public transport.

January 30, 2026

Trump Taps Kevin Warsh to Head US Federal Reserve After Powell

Donald Trump has chosen Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as head of the US Federal Reserve. Warsh, a former Fed governor and critic, supports lower interest rates and will face tough Senate approval amid concerns over Fed independence.

January 30, 2026

UN Faces Imminent Financial Collapse as Member States Delay Payments: Guterres Warns

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns of an imminent financial collapse due to unpaid member fees. The UN may run out of money by July. The US withdrawal and several member countries cutting payments deepen the crisis. Urgent action is needed to avoid shutdown.

January 30, 2026

Texas AG Probes H-1B Firms Amid Abuse Claims; Immigration Lawyer Backs Detailed Investigation

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into three H-1B firms amid allegations of fake operations. Immigration attorney Chand Parvathaneni says a government probe is right, not social media claims.

January 30, 2026

Syria and Kurdish Forces Agree on Permanent Truce, Integrate Fighters into State Army

Syria's government and Kurdish-led forces have made a historic deal to end fighting and join Kurdish fighters into the Syrian army. This ends a month-long clash and reduces Kurdish autonomy, paving the way for national unity.

January 30, 2026

Gold Hits Record $5,000 Amid Global Fears; Three Drivers Explained

Gold soared past $5,000 an ounce driven by political uncertainty, Trump’s tariffs, and strong central bank buying. Silver also skyrocketed. Prices dipped recently but remain high as investors seek safe havens.

January 30, 2026

IIT Hyderabad and Mahindra University Partner for Research on Critical Minerals and Sustainable Mining

IIT Hyderabad and Mahindra University signed a MoU to collaborate on research and innovation in critical minerals, sustainable mining, AI in mining, and advanced industrial processes.

January 30, 2026

Kerala High Court Orders Police Protection for Expelled CPI(M) Leader V. Kunhikrishnan

The Kerala High Court has granted police protection to V. Kunhikrishnan, expelled CPI(M) leader and whistleblower, after he reported threats to his family following allegations of party fund misuse.

January 30, 2026

78th Death Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi Marked at University of Mysore

The 78th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's death was observed on January 30 at University of Mysore. Dignitaries highlighted his message of peace, unity, and human values.

January 30, 2026

Mysuru Police Inspect Chemical Units After NCB Drug Lab Bust, Warn Against Suspicious Activity

Following the NCB’s bust of a secret drug lab in Mysuru, city police inspected chemical factories and warehouses in Metagalli and Hebbal. Factory owners were warned to keep proper inventory and avoid banned chemicals. Strict legal action was promised against any suspicious activity.