January 31, 2026

Quick Commerce in Delhi: Groceries Delivered in Minutes from Dark Stores

In Delhi, apps like Blinkit and Swiggy deliver groceries in as little as eight minutes using nearby 'dark stores'. Delivery workers like Muhammad Faiyaz Alam race through narrow streets for low pay under heavy pressure. Despite fast growth, quick commerce faces challenges with worker rights and business sustainability.

January 31, 2026

Arctic Faces Rising Extreme Weather Threats, New Era of Climate Disruption Unfolds

The Arctic is experiencing more extreme weather like heatwaves, droughts, and icy rains, hitting plants and animals hard. These events are rising fast, changing nature in new, dangerous ways.

January 31, 2026

Kerala Hosts Kerala for All Conclave to Boost Inclusive Tourism

Kerala is pushing ahead with inclusive, community-led tourism. The Kerala for All conclave in Kochi gathers experts, ministers, and global leaders to share ideas on making tourism accessible for everyone.

January 31, 2026

Two Men Found Dead in Glenorie Home, Police Rule Out Suspicious Circumstances

Two 28-year-old men were found dead at a house in Glenorie, Sydney's north-west. Police say investigation is ongoing with no suspicion of foul play.

January 31, 2026

Tiny Australian Town Licola with 5 Residents Up for Sale, Locals Oppose

Licola, a tiny Australian town with just five people, is up for sale. Locals, including the general store owner Leanne O'Donnell, fear losing their home and community. The Lions Club says it can no longer afford to run the town, sparking petitions and strong pushback.

January 31, 2026

Ukrainian Navy Divers Risk Lives Clearing Deadly Russian Sea Mines in Black Sea

Ukrainian divers carefully remove thousands of Russian sea mines from the Black Sea. Their work keeps vital shipping lanes open amid ongoing war risks. Despite constant danger, the team slowly approaches deadly mines to protect Ukraine’s maritime exports.

January 31, 2026

India Leads Global Push on Patient Safety at Apollo Health Dialogue 2026

India’s healthcare model drew global praise at the Apollo Hospitals International Health Dialogue 2026. Experts stressed patient safety as a top leadership priority, calling it a shared global issue. Over 5,000 participants from 75 institutions joined the event to discuss safer, fairer healthcare systems worldwide.

January 31, 2026

NGT Warns UP Officials Over Illegal Sand Mining, Threatens Prosecution

The National Green Tribunal slams Uttar Pradesh officials for ignoring orders on illegal sand mining near Kanpur. Future lapses will lead to prosecution, the NGT warns.

January 31, 2026

Rajasthan Assembly Disrupts Over Alleged Voter Roll Irregularities Using Form-7

Rajasthan Assembly was disrupted as Congress accused misuse of Form-7 in voter deletion during electoral roll revision. The ruling party said Election Commission controls elections. The Speaker adjourned the House amid heated exchanges.

January 31, 2026

Students Protest Against UGC’s 2026 Caste Equity Rules Across India

Students at Lucknow and Delhi Universities protest UGC’s new 2026 caste equity rules fearing campus division and unfair treatment. Administration stays the regulation amid nationwide uproar.