January 7, 2026

UP's Gautam Buddh Nagar Closes Schools Up to Class 8 Till Jan 10 Due to Dense Fog, Cold

Schools up to class 8 in Gautam Buddh Nagar, UP, will remain closed till January 10. Dense fog and severe cold are cited as reasons. Officials urge strict compliance to protect students.

January 7, 2026

Zameen Art Exhibit Opens in Kolkata, Exploring Land and Identity

The month-long exhibition 'Zameen' opens in Kolkata on January 9, showcasing Indian artists' views on land, identity, and heritage. It runs until February 8 at the Birla Academy of Art and Culture.

January 7, 2026

Iran To Pay Most Citizens $7 Monthly Amid Economic Crisis and Protests

Iran announces monthly $7 payment for 80 million people to fight inflation and support households. The move follows widespread protests and sharp currency loss.

January 7, 2026

Vietnam's New Law Forces YouTube and Platforms to Show Skippable Ads After 5 Seconds from Feb 2026

Vietnam's Decree 342/2025 will require YouTube and other digital platforms to let users skip ads after 5 seconds starting February 15, 2026. The law aims to end frustrating long ads and misleading pop-ups, promising a smoother online browsing experience.

January 7, 2026

Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami Claims Government Bias Ahead of Elections

Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami accuses interim government led by Muhammad Yunus of favoring one party. The party doubts free and fair elections amid political tensions.

January 7, 2026

The Hindu Lit For Life Festival Returns to Chennai With Star Authors and Engaging Workshops

The Hindu Lit For Life will take place on January 17-18 in Chennai, featuring famous authors, talks on key issues, and unique workshops. This two-day literary festival promises rich discussions and cultural insights.

January 7, 2026

US Plans to Seize Russian Oil Tanker Marinera Near Europe: Reports

The US may intercept and seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, believed to be in the North Atlantic near Europe. The ship, linked to Venezuelan and Iranian oil sanctions, has changed name and flag to avoid capture. Russia is monitoring the situation closely, as tensions rise over sanctions enforcement.

January 7, 2026

NMC Withdraws 50 MBBS Seats at SMVDIME Amid Kashmiri Muslim Admission Controversy

The National Medical Commission has revoked 50 MBBS seats at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute in Jammu due to non-compliance with standards. This affects 42 Kashmiri Muslim students who qualified last year. The BJP welcomes the move, while J&K's former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah warns against religious bias in admissions.

January 7, 2026

India Extends Deadline to Jan 7 for X's Report on Illegal Content Via Grok AI

The Indian government has given social media platform X more time until January 7, 2026, to submit a detailed Action Taken Report on removing obscene and illegal content generated using Grok AI. This comes after stern warnings over misuse of AI tools to spread vulgar and explicit material, especially harming women and children.

January 7, 2026

The Hindu Lit For Life Festival Returns to Chennai on January 17-18 with Star Authors and Workshops

The Hindu Lit For Life, a two-day literary festival, will be held on January 17-18 at Lady Andal School, Chennai. Featuring top authors, workshops, and talks on culture, the event promises a vibrant mix of books and ideas.