January 8, 2026

UIDAI Launches Aadhaar Mascot 'Udai' to Simplify Public Communication

UIDAI introduces Udai, a new mascot for Aadhaar services, chosen via a national competition to make communication easier and friendlier for over a billion Indians.

January 8, 2026

‘Ram’ as Dog’s Name in Chhattisgarh Exam Triggers Protests and Official Apology

A dog-naming question listing 'Ram' has stirred protests in Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund schools. Authorities regret the mistake and promise action.

January 8, 2026

CBI Summons Police in Karur Stampede Probe After TVK Rally Deaths

CBI questions police officers linked to security at Vijay's rally in Karur stampede that killed 41. Officers detail duty locations and roles as inquiry deepens.

January 8, 2026

Hyderabad Police Seize ₹1.24 Crore Banned Chinese Manja, Arrest 143 Ahead of Sankranti

Ahead of Sankranti, Hyderabad Police crack down on banned Chinese manja. They seize strings worth ₹1.24 crore and arrest 143, aiming to protect people, birds, and the environment.

January 8, 2026

China Cracks Down Hard on Christian Churches with Arrests and Demolition

Nine leaders of the Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu were arrested amid China's deepening crackdown on underground Christian groups. In Wenzhou, authorities began demolishing the Yayang Church building, signaling the government's tough stance against churches not controlled by the state.

January 8, 2026

Rare Deep Depression to Bring Heavy Rainfall to Tamil Nadu from January 9

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal will bring scattered heavy rains to coastal Tamil Nadu from January 9. This rare January event is expected to cause intense downpours along south-coastal districts with weather alerts issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre.

January 8, 2026

Bomb Threat Sparks Search at Himachal Pradesh High Court; No Explosives Found

A bomb threat email brought police, bomb squad, and dog squad to Himachal Pradesh High Court. No explosives were found. Security has been increased and investigation is ongoing.

January 8, 2026

Supreme Court Defers Election Commission Roll Revision Hearing to Jan 13

The Supreme Court postponed the hearing on petitions against the Election Commission's plan to revise electoral rolls in Bihar and other states. Arguments will resume on January 13, with key issues on EC's powers and voter registration being examined.

January 8, 2026

US Suspends Aid to Somalia Over Alleged Illegal Seizure of Food Aid

The US has stopped all aid to Somalia, accusing officials of seizing 76 tonnes of World Food Programme food. This move hits amid Somalia's worsening hunger crisis affecting 4.6 million people.

January 8, 2026

Jaundice Outbreak Sparks Student Protest at VIT Bhopal Over Water Safety and Campus Care

Over 3,000 VIT Bhopal students protested after at least 33 fell ill with jaundice linked to contaminated water. Eight to nine new cases emerge weekly, raising safety fears.