January 9, 2026

US Seizes Another Venezuelan-Linked Oil Tanker in Caribbean

US forces captured the Olina, an oil tanker tied to Venezuela, in the Caribbean Sea. This is the fifth tanker seized amid the US crackdown on embargoed Venezuelan oil exports.

January 9, 2026

Farmers Protest in Yadgir Demanding Action over Housing Scheme Irregularities and Rural Cleanliness

Farmers in Yadgir protested against officers for giving houses to wrong people under a housing scheme. They demanded quick action and better village cleanliness to avoid disease. Officials promised to take steps after receiving their memorandum.

January 9, 2026

Karnataka Releases Bengaluru Ward Reservation Draft, OBC Quota Challenge Looms

Karnataka govt has issued a draft ward-wise reservation for Bengaluru's five new city corporations. Objections are open for 15 days. OBC reservation is set at 33% but faces challenge over Supreme Court’s 'triple test'. Elections may be held this summer if no delays occur.

January 9, 2026

Keir Starmer Excludes Financial Services from EU Talks, Calms City Leaders

Keir Starmer will keep financial services out of UK-EU alignment talks, reassuring City firms. Officials say cooperation will continue only where beneficial. Experts warn reversing Brexit-era financial rules could hurt London's markets.

January 9, 2026

Chamarajanagar DC Orders Fast Completion of Drinking Water Projects Before Summer

With summer near, Chamarajanagar Deputy Commissioner Sreerupa urges officials to finish all drinking water projects fast. She prioritizes water supply, road access, healthcare, and school transport for forest-border villages.