January 4, 2026

Swiss Police Identify 16 More Victims of Deadly Crans-Montana Bar Fire

Swiss police have identified 16 more victims in the deadly fire at Le Constellation bar, raising the total identified deaths to 24. The blaze killed at least 40 people and injured 119 during New Year's celebrations. An investigation is underway into the bar owners and the fire's cause.

January 4, 2026

Jammu Bars Couriers From Carrying Narcotics Without Permits, Orders Police Checks

Jammu authorities have banned courier firms from transporting narcotic and contraband without valid permits. All employees must undergo police verification. Violators face fines, license cancellations, and legal action.

January 4, 2026

Dalit Woman Stabbed in Yellapur, Accused Found Dead; Communal Tension Sparks Protests

A 30-year-old Dalit woman was stabbed to death in Yellapur by a man who insisted on marriage. The accused was later found dead in a forest. The killing sparked protests and calls for bandh over alleged 'love jihad'.

January 4, 2026

Tamil Nadu Govt to Give ₹3,000 Cash Pongal Gift to Ration Card Holders

Tamil Nadu government, led by CM M.K. Stalin, will give ₹3,000 cash to all eligible ration card holders this Pongal. The gift also includes free dhoti and sarees, costing ₹6,936 crore overall.

January 4, 2026

North Korea Launches Multiple Missiles Ahead of South Korea-China Talks

North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan early Sunday. The launches occurred just hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung left for China talks on North Korea's nuclear program and Taiwan. South Korea and Japan condemned the missile tests as serious security threats.