January 20, 2026

Giant Trump-Epstein Birthday Letter Installed on National Mall Ahead of Epstein’s Birthday

A huge birthday card linked to Trump and Epstein controversy stands on the National Mall. Visitors add messages on this interactive protest set to stay till Friday.

January 20, 2026

Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Reply on Train Quota, Fare Relief for Acid Attack Victims

The Supreme Court on January 19 asked the Centre to respond to a plea for reserved train quota and cheaper fares for acid attack survivors. The petition highlights their costly, frequent travel for medical care and calls current rules unfair.

January 20, 2026

ELCITA Declared Public Authority Under RTI by Karnataka Commission

Karnataka's State Information Commission ruled ELCITA as a public authority under the RTI Act. ELCITA must now provide information promptly and appoint key officers, confirming its powers like tax collection and town management.

January 20, 2026

Delhi HC Quashes 2016 Income Tax Notices to NDTV Founders Over 'Arbitrary' Reassessment

Delhi High Court on January 19, 2026, quashed the 2016 income tax reassessment notices to NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy. The court called the proceedings arbitrary and against fundamental rights, ordering ₹1 lakh each as token cost to them.

January 20, 2026

DSEL Revises SSLC Prep Exam Timings, Tightens Security to Stop Paper Leak

The Department of School Education and Literacy changes SSLC preparatory exam 2 timings to 11 a.m. and sets strict rules to stop question paper leaks, holding officials accountable.