January 20, 2026

Nigeria Police Reject Reports of Mass Church Kidnappings in Kaduna

Nigeria's Kaduna police have denied reports that gunmen kidnapped churchgoers Sunday. Officials call these claims false and spread by those seeking to stir chaos.

January 20, 2026

India's Senior Leaders Unite at Davos to Showcase Economic Growth and Investment Potential

Senior Union ministers and Chief Ministers from 10 states joined at Davos, praising India's rise as the world's fourth-largest economy and a top investment hub. They highlighted fast-growing states and ambitious economic goals for 2047.

January 20, 2026

Palestinian kids' football pitch in West Bank faces imminent demolition by Israel

A football pitch for Palestinian children near Bethlehem in the West Bank faces demolition by Israeli authorities. Built without permits, the pitch is a rare play space for over 200 kids from the Aida refugee camp. Despite international support and a brief reprieve, the threat looms amid the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

January 20, 2026

Rahul Gandhi Blames Urban Collapse on Lack of Accountability After Noida Engineer's Death

Rahul Gandhi says India’s cities suffer from 'lack of accountability' after software engineer Yuvraj Mehta died in Noida. UP government orders SIT probe and removes Noida CEO.

January 20, 2026

Puttur Police Arrest Two with 106 Kg Cannabis Worth ₹53 Lakh

Puttur Rural Police caught two men transporting 106 kg of cannabis worth ₹53 lakh. Both were arrested, and vehicles plus phones were seized. The accused planned to sell the drugs in Dakshina Kannada and Kasargod.

January 20, 2026

Congress Demands ₹1,000 Crore for Development in Greater Mysuru City Corporation

Congress leaders have asked Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to allocate ₹1,000 crore for new infrastructure in expanded Greater Mysuru City Corporation. They highlight roads, sewage treatment, and waste management as priorities.

January 20, 2026

Supreme Court Orders Uninterrupted Power Supply to Punjab Kesari Printing Press

The Supreme Court has allowed Punjab Kesari newspaper's printing presses to continue working despite power cut orders by Punjab Pollution Control Board. The court maintained status quo while the High Court decides on the matter, ensuring no disruption in newspaper publication.

January 20, 2026

Cold Wave Hits Punjab and Haryana: Amritsar Records Chilly 2.8°C

Cold weather continues in Punjab and Haryana on January 20, 2026. Amritsar chills at 2.8°C. Chandigarh records a low of 6°C. Several other cities report below-normal temperatures.

January 20, 2026

Abu Dhabi Tops Global Safety Index for 10th Consecutive Year in 2026

Abu Dhabi has been named the world's safest city for the tenth year in a row by Numbeo’s 2026 Global Safety Index. The city leads in safety day and night, thanks to advanced technology and strong community policing.

January 20, 2026

UAE Rejects Claims of Weapons and Secret Prisons at Yemen's Riyan Airport

The UAE strongly denies allegations of weapons, explosives, and secret prisons at Riyan Airport in Yemen. It confirms a complete military withdrawal by January 2026 and calls the claims politically motivated and false.