January 10, 2026

North Korea Claims South Korean Drone Crossed Border, Warns of Consequences

North Korea said its forces shot down a South Korean drone over the border and warned Seoul will pay a heavy price. South Korea denies the drone flights and says it doesn't own such drones. The situation is tense with both sides exchanging strong words.

January 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu Launches Assured Pension Scheme for Government Employees from 2026

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announces the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) effective January 1, 2026. The new scheme offers guaranteed pension benefits and compulsory enrollment for new state government employees.

January 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu Adds Two More State Information Commissioners to Strengthen RTI Panel

Tamil Nadu government will increase State Information Commissioners from six to eight. This move aims to handle growing RTI appeals faster. The panel will have one Chief Information Commissioner and eight other commissioners.

January 10, 2026

Iran's Massive Internet Shutdown Hits 90%, May Last Long Amid Protests

Iran cut off 90% of its internet for 36 hours to control protests. Experts call it the most severe shutdown yet, even blocking Elon Musk’s Starlink service. The government keeps some access to spread propaganda and may maintain this limited network for a long time.

January 10, 2026

Makrand Narwekar Tops Wealth List in BMC Election with ₹124.4 Crore Assets

Makrand Narwekar, brother of Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, is the wealthiest BMC election candidate with assets worth ₹124.4 crore. He is seeking a third term from ward 226 on a BJP ticket. His assets have grown almost 19 times in nine years, including farmland and properties in Alibaug and Mumbai.