January 13, 2026

15,000 Nurses Strike in New York City Over Staffing and Safety Concerns

Nearly 15,000 nurses struck at NYC’s largest private hospitals on Monday, demanding better staffing, wages, and safety. Mayor Mamdani supported them, while the governor declared an emergency.

January 13, 2026

Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attacks on Ukraine's Energy Amid Freezing Cold, Zelenskyy Says

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with nearly 300 drones and 25 missiles, hitting energy infrastructure and homes. Kyiv region faces power shortages as temperatures drop to -12°C. Zelenskyy urges global support and warns Russia that cold won't win the war.

January 13, 2026

Supreme Court Urges Disability Inclusion as Strategic Advantage, Directs Coal India to Hire Disabled Candidate

The Supreme Court has called on businesses to view disability inclusion not just as compliance but as a strategic business edge. It ordered Coal India Limited to provide a special post to a disabled management trainee, stressing corporate social responsibility and ESG roles.

January 13, 2026

Mangaluru Police Arrest Three Over Assault on Jharkhand Migrant Labourer

Mangaluru police have arrested three men for attacking a Jharkhand migrant labourer, wrongly accused of being Bangladeshi. The victim was beaten after refusing to show ID. Police continue search for another accused.

January 13, 2026

Akasa Air Flight from Pune to Bengaluru Delayed Due to Technical Glitch, Passengers Deplaned

Akasa Air's Bengaluru-bound flight from Pune was delayed due to a technical issue. Passengers deplaned after waiting for 1.5 hours. Flight rescheduled to depart at 1:15 p.m.

January 13, 2026

German Chancellor Says Iranian Government in 'Final Days and Weeks' Amid Deadly Protests

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls the Iranian government’s grip 'at the end' during his India visit. Protests rage with over 648 deaths and harsh crackdowns by Tehran.

January 13, 2026

India's 77th Republic Day Ticket Sales End Soon; Free Rehearsal Passes Announced

Ticket sales for India's 77th Republic Day Parade and events close on January 14. Free passes announced for the Full Dress Rehearsal on January 23. European leaders will attend the celebrations.

January 13, 2026

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 10 Tamil Nadu Fishermen for Crossing IMBL Near Rameswaram

Ten fishermen from Tamil Nadu were detained by the Sri Lankan Navy on January 12 for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line. They were caught near the sea after leaving Rameswaram in a mechanised trawler. The fishermen and their boat are currently held for questioning.

January 13, 2026

Iran protests kill at least 648; Trump warns of military action amid unrest

Iran’s nationwide protests have led to 648 deaths and over 10,600 arrests. The government cracked down hard, cutting internet and blaming foreign enemies. Trump threatens military force and tariffs on countries trading with Iran. The unrest is the toughest challenge to Iran’s regime in years.

January 13, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear Petitions on Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of Voter Rolls

The Supreme Court has postponed its hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in states including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Bihar. The bench will now hear the case on January 13, 2026.