January 11, 2026

Nellore to Plant 50,000 Trees, ORR Plans Dropped Over Costs

Nellore Assembly constituency will transform into a green lung with 50,000 trees planted, says Minister Ponguru Narayana. The Outer Ring Road project is on hold due to finances and highway upgrades.

January 11, 2026

Bhairav Battalions Make Army Day Parade Debut with High-Tech Warfare

The Indian Army’s Bhairav Battalions will appear at the Army Day Parade in Jaipur on January 15, showcasing cutting-edge warfare skills and drone operations.

January 11, 2026

India Urges Germany to Return 5-Year-Old Ariha Shah Ahead of Modi-Merz Summit

Activists demand PM Modi raise 5-year-old Ariha Shah's case with German Chancellor Merz. Germany holds the child on abuse allegations, refusing India's plea for her return.

January 11, 2026

Trump Cuts Cuba Off from Venezuelan Oil after Maduro's Ouster

President Trump has warned Cuba that no more Venezuelan oil or money will be sent to the island after Maduro was ousted in Venezuela. US forces are seizing tankers to block oil shipments. Trump urges Cuba to make a deal before it’s too late.

January 11, 2026

Indian Immigrant in Brampton Targeted in Shooting, Threatened with $500,000 Extortion

An Indian man in Brampton faced a terrifying shooting at his home and a half-million-dollar extortion threat. Police are investigating amid rising extortion targeting the South Asian community.

January 11, 2026

EU Demands UK Compensation Guarantee in Brexit Agricultural Trade Deal Talks

The EU seeks assurance that the UK will pay if any future government cancels the post-Brexit trade deal on farm goods. The so-called “Farage clause” aims to cover billions in border costs. UK officials say this clause is normal and applies both ways. Talks are set to start this month but may take months to finish.

January 11, 2026

Kerala to Reshuffle State Waqf Board Ahead of Assembly Polls, Following Madras HC Ruling

Kerala is set to fully reconstitute its State Waqf Board after Madras High Court barred Tamil Nadu Board over vacant posts. The state will include non-Muslim members and two Muslim women representatives before April assembly elections.

January 11, 2026

Gandikota Festival 2026 draws crowds to India’s Grand Canyon and historic sites

The Gandikota Festival 2026 started with a bang, attracting many visitors to the spectacular gorge and heritage sites in Kadapa. Ministers and officials launched helicopter rides and special events, reviving this popular celebration after a break.

January 11, 2026

Family Unearths 3,000-Year-Old Bronze Age Metal Hoard Near Lewes

A family outing turned historic as three generations found ancient Bronze Age copper ingots near Lewes. Experts confirm the 3,000-year-old treasure's importance. The hoard will soon be displayed at Barbican House Museum.

January 11, 2026

Basava Dharma Peetha Seer Backs Siddaramaiah to Complete Full Term as Karnataka Chief Minister

Seer of Basava Dharma Peetha urges Siddaramaiah to serve full term as Karnataka CM, praising his dedication to Basavanna’s ideology and uplifting the downtrodden.