India

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi alleged that a Waqf-owned mosque property in Delhi was demolished during an anti-encroachment drive, sparking violence. He criticised the Waqf Amendment Act, calling it a "black law" used to seize Muslim properties, and accused the Delhi High Court of passing an incorrect order.

Haryana’s dominance was underlined by strong performances across disciplines, with 13 gold medals in rifle, 14 in pistol, and four in shotgun events

Four accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case were released from jail after the Supreme Court granted them bail, subject to strict conditions. Congress activist Gulfisha Fatima and others walked free following verification of sureties.

The BJP’s unexpected alliances with Congress in Ambernath and AIMIM in Akot have triggered political turmoil in Maharashtra. Congress suspended 12 councillors for joining hands with the BJP without approval, while Shiv Sena accused the saffron party of betraying coalition principles.

The draft Bill to repeal the Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959, replaces a nation-building mandate with focus on corporatisation and revenue generation

Recent scam involving fake bank apps in Hyderabad exposed a systemic failure in digital security design, where systems assume perfect human behaviour

ISRO will begin 2026 with the PSLV-C62 mission on January 12 from Sriharikota, carrying the strategic EOS-N1 imaging satellite and 18 additional payloads from India and overseas, marking the space agency’s first launch of the year

Flagging lapses by civic bodies, the Supreme Court said deaths were occurring not just due to dog bites but also road accidents caused by stray animals, warning states of strict action for non-compliance with its directions and safety norms

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya’s mispronunciation of Mohun Bagan and East Bengal at a press conference announcing the resumption of the Indian Super League has sparked a political storm in West Bengal. His slip, phonetically resembling “baigan” (eggplant), went viral online and drew sharp criticism from the TMC.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal revealed their baby boy's name as Vihaan Kaushal, meaning "first ray of light." The couple shared the news with heartfelt messages and received blessings from celebrities

Zomato and Blinkit parent Eternal received a Rs 3.7 crore GST demand from West Bengal for 2019–20, citing short tax payment, company disputes it, cites strong merits, and plans to appeal formally

The Election Commission of India will host the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 from January 21-23 in New Delhi, focusing on global electoral challenges and best practices

Kerala police officer was suspended after a woman accused him of molestation during passport verification, prompting an internal inquiry and raising concerns over misconduct and abuse of authority in official procedures

The ISI and Jamaat-e-Islami are orchestrating minority persecution in Bangladesh, turning killings into an extortion racket. Authorities are complicit, and the goal is to incite anti-India sentiment and instability

A Telangana man from a Dalit community has been jailed in the UAE for illegal stay and is struggling to prove his Indian nationality due to lack of documents. His family has approached authorities seeking help to bring him home.

A 25-year-old Hindu man died after jumping into a canal to escape a mob in Bangladesh’s Naogaon district. The incident is the latest in a series of violent attacks targeting minorities, raising concerns over growing communal violence in the country.

Women-focused helmet brand Tvarra announced Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues as an investor partner. She will help shape the brand’s vision, advocate responsible riding, and promote women’s safety. Tvarra plans offline retail expansion in 2026, beyond its current 600-city online presence

Karnataka Police and the State Women’s Commission rejected claims that BJP worker Sujatha Handi was assaulted or stripped, stating she removed her own clothes while resisting arrest during voter revision disputes in Hubballi. Investigations are ongoing to verify facts, with judicial custody already imposed

Women’s rights activist Brinda Adige condemned the alleged assault and stripping of BJP worker Sujatha Handi by police in Hubballi, Karnataka, calling it a grave violation of human and constitutional rights and demanding immediate suspension and accountability for the officers involved

In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, 26 Naxalites—including seven women and high-value cadres—surrendered under the "Poona Margem" rehabilitation initiative. Rewards on their heads totaled ₹65 lakh. They received ₹50,000 each and will undergo further government-led reintegration

India’s digital lending sector is witnessing increased adoption of NPCI eKYC SETU for faster, compliant onboarding. VIYONA Fintech is emerging as a key Technology Service Provider, enabling NBFCs and banks to integrate consent-driven eKYC workflows at scale.

Delhi High Court directed Congress and AAP to remove social media posts within 24 hours linking BJP leader Dushyant Kumar Gautam to the 2022 Ankita Bhandari murder case, granting interim protection against defamatory content targeting him as a "VIP"

Kerala High Court extended interim protection from arrest for expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a sexual assault and forced abortion case until January 21. He has challenged denial of anticipatory bail, claiming the relationship was consensual

NHAI set two Guinness World Records in Andhra Pradesh for laying 28.95 lane-km and 10,675 MT of bituminous concrete in 24 hours during Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Expressway construction, boosting connectivity and exemplifying India’s infrastructure development under Bharatmala Phase-II