January 13, 2026

Tamil Nadu Transfers Nine IAS Officers in Latest Government Reshuffle

Tamil Nadu government has reshuffled nine IAS officers, appointing key officials to new posts like Youth Welfare, Cooperation, and Transport departments.

January 13, 2026

Supreme Court Orders Heavy Compensation for Dog Bite Victims; Holds States and Feeders Accountable

The Supreme Court of India warns states to pay heavy compensation for dog bite incidents and holds dog feeders responsible. It criticized the poor handling of stray dog norms over five years.

January 13, 2026

Women’s Groups Demand Action Over Actress Anasuya Bharadwaj’s Online Harassment

Women’s and Transgender Organisations condemn online abuse and deepfake attacks on Telugu actress Anasuya Bharadwaj. They demand legal action and media accountability over misogynistic content that fuels harassment.

January 13, 2026

India Denies Suspending Trade with Afghanistan Amid Iran Protests

India on January 13, 2026, rejected claims about halting trade with Afghanistan due to unrest in Iran. The government called the circulated letter a fake, spread by Pakistani propaganda accounts.

January 13, 2026

Fire Destroys 38 Thatched Houses of Konda Reddi Tribe in Kakinada District

A fire caused by a short circuit gutted 38 thatched houses of the Konda Reddi tribe in Kakinada's Sarlanka village. No casualties reported. Relief operations are underway.

January 13, 2026

LDF’s C.B. Rajeev Wins Onakkoor Ward in Kerala Local Body Election by 221 Votes

In Kerala’s Onakkoor ward election, C.B. Rajeev of CPI(M) secured 558 votes, beating UDF’s Jose T.P. by 221 votes. The election was delayed due to a candidate's death, and voter turnout was 81.74%.

January 13, 2026

Israel to Build Bypass Road in West Bank, Blocking Palestinians in E1 Area

Israel plans to build a bypass road in the West Bank's E1 area next month. The road will bar Palestinians from key routes and help expand Israeli settlements, said Minister Bezalel Smotrich. Critics warn it shuts down hopes for a Palestinian state and divides the territory further.

January 13, 2026

Films with Political Themes Face Hurdles in Certification Process

Popular films that raise political questions or have actors active in politics face tougher certification checks. This trend is causing fresh challenges for filmmakers in India.

January 13, 2026

DHS Releases Video Before ICE Agent Fatally Shot Renee Good in Minneapolis

A new DHS video shows moments before an ICE agent killed Renee Good in Minneapolis. The incident sparked protests and lawsuits over immigration enforcement.

January 13, 2026

Telangana's 'Celebrate the Sky' Kicks Off in Secunderabad with Kite and Sweet Festival

Telangana starts its 'Celebrate the Sky' event with an International Kite and Sweet Festival in Secunderabad. From January 13-15, visitors can enjoy kite flying, sweets, and more from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.