January 9, 2026

Elon Musk’s X Limits Grok AI Image Editing to Paid Users After Deepfake Backlash

Elon Musk’s X platform has restricted Grok AI’s image editing features to paid subscribers after misuse for sexualised deepfakes sparked outrage. The move follows criticism from experts and government calls for stricter regulation.

January 9, 2026

ED Registers Case Under PMLA in Sabarimala Gold Theft After Centre's Nod

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a new case under money laundering law in the Sabarimala gold theft, following approval from the Union government. Twelve arrests have been made, with a Joint Director leading the probe amid ongoing High Court supervision.

January 9, 2026

Supreme Court Bars Telangana Lawyer From State Bar Council Polls Over Complaints

The Supreme Court refused a Telangana lawyer's plea to contest State Bar Council elections due to pending complaints. The court stressed high ethical standards for lawyers.

January 9, 2026

Budget Session Begins Jan 28; Union Budget to Be Presented on Feb 1

Parliament's Budget session kicks off January 28 with President Droupadi Murmu's address. Union Budget tabled on February 1. Session ends April 2 after a break.

January 9, 2026

Russia Launches New Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile at Ukraine Near EU Border

Russia fired its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at western Ukraine near the European Union border in a massive overnight strike. Ukraine confirmed the attack and called Russia’s strike “absurd,” while raising alarms about European security. The launch marks Russia’s latest military escalation amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine and NATO.