Congress Demands Overhaul of National Clean Air Programme Amid Worsening Air Crisis

January 11, 2026

Congress Demands Overhaul of National Clean Air Programme Amid Worsening Air Crisis

Congress cites CREA report calling India’s air pollution a nationwide crisis. Jairam Ramesh says government efforts under NCAP are too weak and demand a major revision to tackle 1,787 polluted towns.

Chhattisgarh Headmistress Suspended Over Exam Question Naming Dog 'Ram'

January 11, 2026

Chhattisgarh Headmistress Suspended Over Exam Question Naming Dog 'Ram'

A government school headmistress in Chhattisgarh was suspended after a Class IV English exam included the dog's name 'Ram,' stirring religious protests. Officials initiated disciplinary action against the paper moderator as well.

Tamil Nadu Information Commission fines petitioner ₹10,000 for RTI abuse

January 11, 2026

Tamil Nadu Information Commission fines petitioner ₹10,000 for RTI abuse

The Tamil Nadu Information Commission penalized S. Krishnaramanujam ₹10,000 for misusing the RTI Act and hindering officials by flooding them with requests. Officials may recover the fine under the Revenue Recovery Act if unpaid.

Two KCP Militants Arrested in Manipur After Firing Incidents; Arms Cache Seized

January 11, 2026

Two KCP Militants Arrested in Manipur After Firing Incidents; Arms Cache Seized

Two active cadres of banned KCP (Noyon) were caught in Manipur’s Imphal West for suspected firing. Police recovered a pistol and large arms cache amid ongoing ethnic conflict and suspended state assembly.

Iran Protests Defy Deadly Crackdown Amid Harsh Internet Shutdown

January 11, 2026

Iran Protests Defy Deadly Crackdown Amid Harsh Internet Shutdown

Protesters in Iran continue to rally despite a deadly government crackdown that has killed and injured hundreds. The government imposed a severe internet blackout and warned protesters face the death penalty.