January 27, 2026

Republic Day 2026 Celebrated with Flag Hoisting and Cultural Events in Hubballi Dharwad

Hubballi Dharwad marked the 77th Republic Day with flag hoisting by Municipal Commissioner Rudresh Ghali and lively cultural programmes. Officials urged unity and youth to shine globally. Schools showcased talents and local communities joined the patriotic spirit.

January 27, 2026

Motorcycle Set Ablaze Amid CPI(M) Tensions in Kannur After Kunhikrishnan's Expulsion

A supporter of former CPI(M) leader V. Kunhikrishnan had his motorcycle set on fire in Kannur, Kerala. The incident follows Kunhikrishnan's expulsion over fund irregularities. CPI(M) plans a political meeting to address the issue.

January 27, 2026

Meta Testing Premium AI Subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp

Meta plans to introduce premium subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. These will add new AI features while keeping core services free. The company also tests AI-based apps like Vibes and integrates Manus AI tech for smarter user tools.

January 27, 2026

New Scotland-France Ferry to Launch Amid €40bn Dunkirk Port Makeover

Dunkirk is set for a massive €40bn upgrade and may restart ferry service to Rosyth, Scotland later this year. This move boosts trade and green industry after 16 years without passenger ferries.

January 27, 2026

Accused in Perambalur Country Bomb Case Killed in Police Encounter

Alaguraja, involved in a country bomb attack on police, was killed in a police encounter in Perambalur. The accused attacked an officer and was shot dead in self-defense.

January 27, 2026

Bandepalya Police Arrest 11 in Shabbir Murder Case; KCOCA Expected to Be Invoked

Bengaluru police have arrested 11 suspects in the murder of rowdy Shabbir. The killing involved extortion and a property dispute. Officials plan to invoke KCOCA.

January 27, 2026

UP Suspends Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri Over Resignation Protesting New UGC Rules

Uttar Pradesh suspended Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri after he resigned protesting new UGC regulations. He was accused of indiscipline and attached to Shamli DM office as inquiry begins.

January 27, 2026

Snowfall Halts Flights: 16 Cancelled at Srinagar Airport, Tourists Stranded

Snowfall forced cancellation of 16 flights at Srinagar Airport on January 27. Hundreds of tourists are stuck in Kashmir. Airlines advise passengers to check updates.

January 27, 2026

Parents of Gangster Goldy Brar Arrested in Punjab Extortion Case

Punjab Police arrested Goldy Brar's parents in Muktsar on charges linked to a 2024 extortion case. This move is part of a tough crackdown on gangsters tied to foreign crime groups.

January 27, 2026

France Passes Bill to Ban Social Media Use for Under-15s

France's national assembly passed a bill to ban social media for children under 15. President Macron calls it a major step to protect youth from screen harm. The law also bans mobile phones in high schools and aims to start in 2026.