January 23, 2026

Saudi Arabia Opens Real Estate Ownership to Non-Saudis from January 22

From January 22, non-Saudis can own property in Saudi Arabia. Applications start through the new Saudi Properties digital portal. Rules vary by residency and location. This move aims to boost real estate growth and jobs.

January 23, 2026

Sri Lanka Navy Arrests Seven Indian Fishermen for Illegal Fishing in Jaffna Waters

The Sri Lanka Navy caught seven Indian fishermen fishing illegally off Jaffna. Their two trawlers were seized. Fishermen from both countries often clash over waters in the Palk Strait.

January 23, 2026

ED Conducts Searches in Goa Fire Case, Probes Money Laundering Linked to Birch by Romeo Lane

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating money laundering after a deadly Goa fire killed 25. Searches hit multiple locations tied to club owners and officials.

January 23, 2026

Controversial Northern Ireland Troubles Board Game Sparks Outcry

A US company is developing a board game on the Northern Ireland Troubles. It features factions like the IRA and British forces. Victims' groups warn the game could retraumatise survivors and oversimplify the complex conflict.

January 23, 2026

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s Daughter Urges Return of His Remains from Tokyo

On Netaji’s 129th birth anniversary, his daughter Anita Bose Pfaff asks Indians to support bringing his ashes from Japan to India. She recalls his death in a 1945 air crash and calls for a final resting place in his homeland.

January 23, 2026

Supreme Court To Examine Plea On ASI Control Of Thirupparankundram Temple, Karthigai Deepam Lighting

The Supreme Court will hear a plea asking Archaeological Survey of India to take control of Thirupparankundram Temple in Madurai. The petition also demands 24-hour lighting of the Karthigai Deepam at a stone pillar on the hill. A Bench led by Justice Aravind Kumar issued notices to the Centre, ASI, and Tamil Nadu government.

January 23, 2026

India announces 33 questions for Census 2027 house listing phase starting April

The Registrar General of India revealed 33 questions for the 2027 Census's first phase, focusing on household details and assets. The door-to-door survey will run from April 1 to September 30, using digital tools for the first time.

January 23, 2026

ISKCON Belagavi to Hold Hare Krishna Ratha Yatra with Drama and Bullock Cart Race

ISKCON Belagavi will celebrate the Hare Krishna Ratha Yatra Mahotsav on January 24-25. The festival features bhajans, aarti, a Krishna drama, and a bullock cart competition. Devotees will also display rangoli art and cow-based items.

January 23, 2026

Heavy Snowfall Hits Kashmir, Srinagar-Jammu Highway Closed, 20+ Flights Cancelled

Kashmir faces fresh snowfall with Srinagar getting the season’s first snow. Srinagar-Jammu highway shut and over 20 flights cancelled amid disrupted travel.

January 23, 2026

Karnataka Power Utilities Seek ₹4,900 Crore Revenue Gap Approval; FKCCI Opposes Tariff Hike

Karnataka’s power firms want regulatory approval to cover a ₹4,900 crore revenue gap. FKCCI warns that higher tariffs will hit industries hard. Bescom's gap alone is ₹2,802 crore, but no clear tariff hike is proposed yet. KERC discussions on hikes are ongoing.