January 16, 2026

Afghan Man on Trial in Germany for Deadly Munich Car Attack

Farhad N., accused of ramming a car into a crowd in Munich, killing a mother and her toddler, goes on trial. Prosecutors say he acted with religious motives, targeting random victims.

January 16, 2026

Harvard Falls to 3rd as Chinese Universities Lead Global Research Race

Harvard University has dropped to third place in global research rankings, overtaken by seven Chinese universities. Despite increasing output, US schools face rising competition amid funding cuts, signaling a shift in global academic power.

January 16, 2026

BMC Election Vote Counting Starts Today at 10 AM in Mumbai

Vote counting for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections begins today at 10 a.m. across 23 centres in Mumbai. Officials expect a higher turnout than 2017. Counting follows strict Election Commission rules amid earlier ink controversy.

January 16, 2026

Pilots' Body FIP Sends Legal Notice to AAIB Over Air India Crash Probe

FIP has issued a legal notice to AAIB opposing the summons of Captain Varun Anand in the Air India crash case. Anand is the nephew of deceased pilot Sumeet Sabharwal but has no direct link to the investigation.

January 16, 2026

Delhi Air Quality Hits 'Very Poor' at 346; Dense Fog Disrupts Northern Airports

Delhi's air quality remains very poor with AQI at 346. Several areas report above 350. Cold wave and dense fog cause very low visibility at northern airports, affecting travel.

January 16, 2026

Hyderabad Police Arrest Suspect Behind Puranapul Temple Vandalism After Mob Violence

Hyderabad police detained a man within 24 hours for damaging a banner and a Pop idol at Puranapul Darwaza Temple. A mob soon attacked police nearby, injuring four officers. Authorities are controlling the situation and warning against spreading fake news.

January 16, 2026

Pakistani Drones Spotted Over Indo-Pak Border in Jammu and Kashmir, Security Forces Activate Anti-Drone Measures

Pakistani drones were seen hovering over the Indo-Pak border in Poonch and Samba districts, Jammu and Kashmir, on January 15, 2026. Indian forces quickly activated anti-drone systems. Troops remain alert after recent drone sightings and firing incidents in Rajouri district.

January 16, 2026

Man Poisoned by Sodium Bromide Following ChatGPT Advice; Experts Warn on ChatGPT Health Risks

A 60-year-old man used sodium bromide as a salt substitute after ChatGPT advice, resulting in poisoning. Experts warn about the safety of ChatGPT Health in Australia.

January 16, 2026

US Cuts Taiwanese Tariffs to 15% and Boosts $250bn Semiconductor Investment

The US slashes tariffs on goods from Taiwan to 15% in a new deal. Taiwanese firms pledge $250 billion for semiconductor and AI projects in America. This move aims to reshape the US chip sector and boost local production.

January 16, 2026

Iran Demands High Fees for Releasing Protesters' Bodies Amid Crackdown

Iranian authorities are charging families thousands of dollars to return bodies of protesters killed in recent unrest. Reports reveal security forces holding over 70 bodies and demanding ransom, with some families forced to leave without their loved ones.