Two Dead as Multi-Vehicle Crash Sparks Fire on KMP Expressway in Dense Fog

January 18, 2026

Two Dead as Multi-Vehicle Crash Sparks Fire on KMP Expressway in Dense Fog

Two men, including a truck driver, died in a crash and fire on KMP Expressway in Nuh amid dense fog. The pileup blocked traffic for hours.

Bareilly Police Detain 12 for Offering Namaz Without Permission in Vacant House

January 18, 2026

Bareilly Police Detain 12 for Offering Namaz Without Permission in Vacant House

Police in Bareilly detained 12 people for offering namaz in an empty house without approval, after a video surfaced online. Officials are tracing three others absconding.

TOI World Desk: Your 24/7 Global News Source with Privacy Promise

January 18, 2026

TOI World Desk: Your 24/7 Global News Source with Privacy Promise

TOI World Desk brings you nonstop global news with trusted accuracy. We deliver fresh stories from around the world and protect your privacy against personal data sharing in ads.

Iran's Internet Shutdown Hits 10 Days, Possible Permanent Digital Isolation Ahead

January 18, 2026

Iran's Internet Shutdown Hits 10 Days, Possible Permanent Digital Isolation Ahead

Iran is 10 days into a severe internet blackout affecting 92 million people. The government may restrict international web access permanently amid protest crackdowns. Experts warn this could mark a new era of digital isolation, with access controlled and monitored closely.

IndiGo Flight Emergency Lands at Lucknow After Bomb Threat

January 18, 2026

IndiGo Flight Emergency Lands at Lucknow After Bomb Threat

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Bagdogra made an emergency landing at Lucknow airport following a bomb threat. All 222 passengers and crew were evacuated safely as security teams conducted thorough checks.