January 18, 2026

District Police Recover and Return 173 Lost or Stolen Mobile Phones Using CEIR Portal

District Police traced 173 lost or stolen mobile phones and returned them to their owners. The successful effort involved the CEIR portal and cybercrime police support across various subdivisions.

January 18, 2026

Two More Maoists Killed in Bijapur Operation, Total 20 Down in Chhattisgarh This Year

Security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district killed two more Maoists on January 18, raising this year's death toll to 20. Earlier, four key Maoist leaders were neutralised during the same crackdown. The operation involves STF, DRG, and CoBRA teams and follows specific intelligence.

January 18, 2026

Israeli Far-Right Coalition Rejects US Gaza Peace Plan, Criticizes Netanyahu

Far-right members of Israel’s government reject a US-backed Gaza governance plan. They slam PM Netanyahu for not annexing Gaza or expanding settlements, demanding a military takeover instead.

January 18, 2026

Trump Targets 8 European Nations with Tariffs Over Greenland Dispute

Donald Trump announced tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland, sparking emergency EU talks and strong backlash from leaders. The EU warns of risks to Nato and trade ties as tensions rise.

January 18, 2026

Syrian Army Seizes Largest Omar Oil Field from Kurdish Forces After SDF Withdrawal

Syrian troops have taken control of the country's biggest oil field, Omar, and key gas fields after Kurdish-led forces pulled back east of the Euphrates. This advance comes amid ongoing clashes and a fragile deal to integrate Kurdish bodies into Syrian institutions.

January 18, 2026

Dermatologists Reveal How to Keep Skin Hydrated and Radiant This Winter

Winter dries out your skin, causing tightness, dullness, and sensitivity. Experts suggest using hydrating serums, lipid-rich moisturizers, and sun protection to restore skin’s glow even in the coldest months.

January 18, 2026

Two Convicts Assault Assistant Jailer in Bengaluru Prison Amid Tightening Security

In Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara central prison, two convicts attacked an assistant jailer after a dispute on January 7. Police have registered a case as investigations continue. Meanwhile, prison officials ramp up security, seizing over 135 mobile phones since November.

January 18, 2026

UAE Raises Minimum Wage for Emirati Private Sector Workers to AED 6,000 from 2026

The UAE government will set a minimum salary of AED 6,000 per month for private-sector Emirati workers starting January 1, 2026, up from AED 5,000. Employers must adjust current salaries by June 30, 2026, or face penalties.

January 18, 2026

CPI Leader Urges EC to Include All Eligible Voters in Revised Electoral Roll

CPI's Sathyan Mokeri demands the Election Commission ensure all eligible citizens appear in the new voter list after Special Intensive Revision. He warns against excluding lakhs over technical issues.

January 18, 2026

Trump’s New Tariff Threat Sparks Economic Uncertainty and Inflation Fears, IMF Warns

Donald Trump’s latest tariff plan threatens trade with Europe and risks rising inflation in the US. The IMF calls this “uncertainty the new normal,” warning of economic headaches and market shocks ahead.