January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia First to Approve Anktiva for Advanced Lung and Bladder Cancer

Saudi Arabia has granted conditional approval for Anktiva, a new cancer therapy for advanced lung and bladder cancers. This makes it the first nation worldwide to approve the treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), offering hope to patients after standard therapies fail.

January 17, 2026

Iran Cleric Demands Execution of Protesters Amid Deadly Crackdown, Trump Delays Military Strike

A senior Iranian cleric called for the execution of protesters after a violent crackdown killed over 3,000 people. US President Trump delayed military action, thanking Iran for halting executions. Iran's supreme leader vowed tougher punishments as tensions rise.

January 17, 2026

Dense Fog and Speeding Cause 23 Deaths in Pakistan Road Crashes

Two tragic road accidents in Pakistan killed 23 people, including six children, due to fog and speeding. A truck fell from a bridge in Punjab, and a bus overturned near Gwadar.

January 17, 2026

Parents Allege Bias at Texas Tech After Medical Student Vaibhav Duggal’s Suicide

Vaibhav Duggal's parents accuse Texas Tech University of bias and unfair treatment following a complaint by a female patient, which they say led to his suicide. They claim no fair hearing was given, and the university sided with the patient without investigating Vaibhav's side.

January 17, 2026

London’s Moroccan Community Buzzes with Pride Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations Final

Moroccan diaspora in North Kensington is buzzing with hope and pride as Morocco faces Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday. Cafes and streets are set to fill with cheering fans. The community sees the match as a much-needed break from daily worries and a moment of unity.

January 17, 2026

750 Students Shine at The Hindu in School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest in Mysuru

Nearly 750 students from Mysuru and nearby districts made science come alive at The Hindu in School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest. The event showed brilliant projects and sparked young minds' passion for science and innovation.

January 17, 2026

GIFT City Delegation to Attend World Economic Forum in Davos 2026

A GIFT City and IFSCA delegation will participate at the World Economic Forum in Davos from January 19-23. They will discuss banking, fintech, and investment to boost India's financial markets.

January 17, 2026

Mysuru Students Shine at The Hindu Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest, Win Cash Prizes

Students from Mysuru schools won top prizes at The Hindu School Science Festival and Ramanujam Spark Quest on January 17, 2026. Awards included cash prizes up to ₹5,000 and trophies for their science exhibits and quiz excellence.

January 17, 2026

Syrian Army Advances East of Aleppo After Kurdish Forces Withdraw

The Syrian army entered Deir Hafer near Aleppo after Kurdish SDF troops pulled back east of the Euphrates. This follows US talks and new Kurdish cultural rights announced by President al-Sharaa.

January 17, 2026

Kerala JD(S) Merges with Indian Socialist Janata Dal, Remains With LDF

The Kerala unit of JD(S) merges with the Indian Socialist Janata Dal, choosing to stay allied with the LDF and opposing both BJP and Congress ahead of 2024 polls.