January 15, 2026

University of Colorado Pays $200,000 Over Curry Microwave Row, Bans Indian PhD Students

Two Indian PhD students at University of Colorado Boulder barred for life after a food smell dispute over reheating curry in a shared microwave. The university settles for $200,000 and grants delayed degrees, marking a landmark case in campus cultural conflicts.

January 15, 2026

Trump Calls US Control of Greenland Vital for Missile Defense and NATO Strength

US President Donald Trump stressed that Greenland is crucial for America's Golden Dome missile defense system and NATO's security. He highlighted Greenland's key location in the Arctic for tracking missile threats from Russia and space surveillance.

January 15, 2026

Sikh Community Confronts Afghan Man Over Alleged Grooming of Teen in Hounslow

Around 200 Sikh protesters surrounded a flat in Hounslow, accusing a 34-year-old Afghan man of grooming a 16-year-old Sikh girl. Police arrested the man after community intervention. The girl returned to her family. Sikh groups demand stronger action and launched an inquiry into grooming cases.

January 15, 2026

US To Pause Immigrant Visas For 75 Countries From 2026; India Safe for Now

The US will suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting January 21, 2026. India is not on the list and Indian visas remain unaffected. Non-immigrant visas like H-1B and student visas continue without change.

January 15, 2026

Medical Panel Confirms 15 Deaths from Diarrhoea in Indore Due to Contaminated Water

A five-doctor panel confirms 15 deaths in Bhagirathpura, Indore, from contaminated water. Over 3,000 affected. Water supply remains suspended during tests.

January 15, 2026

California Launches Probe into Elon Musk’s Grok AI Over Deepfake Harassment

California attorney general opens investigation into Elon Musk’s Grok AI for enabling deepfake harassment of women and children. Governor Newsom demands action amid global outrage.

January 15, 2026

Victorian Student Data Exposed in Cyberattack; SA Premier Defends Randa Abdel-Fattah Criticism

Victorian public school student data was hacked, exposing sensitive info. The education department is investigating. Meanwhile, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas stands by his remarks on writer Randa Abdel-Fattah amid defamation threats.

January 15, 2026

US Launches Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire with Palestinian Committee Plan

The US has started the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, planning a Palestinian technocrats committee to manage Gaza. The focus is on demilitarization and reconstruction while Israeli attacks have eased but continue.

January 15, 2026

IMD Forecasts End of North-East Monsoon in South India, Andhra Pradesh to Stay Dry Till Jan 21

IMD says the north-east monsoon will likely end in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and nearby regions within two days. Andhra Pradesh will see dry weather till January 21 with fog in some areas till January 19. Rainfall in AP was mostly normal or above average during recent monsoons.

January 15, 2026

Indian Naval Ship Kaundinya Arrives in Muscat, Boosts India-Oman Maritime Ties

The Indian naval vessel Kaundinya reached Muscat after its maiden voyage from Gujarat. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal welcomed the crew, stressing strong India-Oman friendship and new maritime cooperation efforts.