January 8, 2026

Delhi Court Releases Shahdab Ahmed After Supreme Court Bail in 2020 Riots Case

Delhi court has released Shahdab Ahmed after accepting his bail bond, following the Supreme Court's bail order in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots case. Four other accused were released earlier. Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam remain in custody as bail was denied to them.

January 8, 2026

‘Ram’ as Dog’s Name in Chhattisgarh Exam Triggers Protests and Official Apology

A dog-naming question listing 'Ram' has stirred protests in Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund schools. Authorities regret the mistake and promise action.

January 8, 2026

CBI Summons Police in Karur Stampede Probe After TVK Rally Deaths

CBI questions police officers linked to security at Vijay's rally in Karur stampede that killed 41. Officers detail duty locations and roles as inquiry deepens.

January 8, 2026

Supreme Court Defers Election Commission Roll Revision Hearing to Jan 13

The Supreme Court postponed the hearing on petitions against the Election Commission's plan to revise electoral rolls in Bihar and other states. Arguments will resume on January 13, with key issues on EC's powers and voter registration being examined.

January 8, 2026

US Suspends Aid to Somalia Over Alleged Illegal Seizure of Food Aid

The US has stopped all aid to Somalia, accusing officials of seizing 76 tonnes of World Food Programme food. This move hits amid Somalia's worsening hunger crisis affecting 4.6 million people.