January 3, 2026

Tripura Tightens Border Security, Imposes Night Curfew Over Militant Movement Fears

Tripura has heightened security and imposed a night curfew till February 28 in border areas after reports that militants from two Bangladesh-based groups may cross into the state to commit crimes. The curfew runs 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., excluding locals within 300 meters of the border.

January 3, 2026

First Test Flight To Land at Bhogapuram Airport on January 4, 2026

Bhogapuram International Airport is set for its first test flight landing on January 4, 2026. Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu will arrive to mark this milestone. The airport aims to start full commercial flights by June 2026, easing pressure on Visakhapatnam's current airport.

January 3, 2026

UK PM Starmer Denies Role in US Venezuela Raid, Vows to Support Britons

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain had no part in the US operation in Venezuela where Maduro was reportedly captured. He stressed the need to verify facts and support British nationals in Caracas.

January 3, 2026

US Launches Large-Scale Strikes on Venezuela; President Maduro Captured, State of Emergency Declared

The US attacked military and civilian sites in Venezuela early Saturday. President Nicolás Maduro was reportedly captured. Venezuela declared a state of emergency and called for mass mobilisation. International reactions hail calls for peace and respect for sovereignty.

January 3, 2026

Indian Tech Worker’s H-1B Visa Approved But Travel Halted Due to Client Leadership Shift

A 28-year-old Indian tech pro got her H-1B visa stamped in November 2025 but can’t move to the US. Client leadership change stopped her travel plans, leaving her stuck in India for 18 months, working night shifts and unable to plan her personal life.