January 8, 2026

Bombay HC Receives PIL Alleging Mass Rejection of BMC Election Nomination Forms

A PIL in Bombay High Court has challenged the mass rejection of BMC election nominations, claiming illegal demands for unprescribed documents by Returning Officers. The hearing is set for January 9, 2026.

January 8, 2026

ED Raids 15 Locations in Multi-State Fake Government Job Scam Involving 40+ Departments

Enforcement Directorate launched raids across India targeting a fake government job racket. The gang impersonated official bodies and paid fake salaries to trick victims.

January 8, 2026

Violent Clashes Rock Iran as Protests Spread to 111 Cities Amid Economic Crisis

Violent protests continue across Iran, spreading to 111 cities and towns. Security forces and protesters clashed, with deaths on both sides. The unrest began over the falling rial and soaring inflation. Authorities respond with arrests and allowances to ease hardship.

January 8, 2026

ICE Officer Shoots Woman Dead During Minnesota Immigration Raid, Trump Reacts

A deadly shooting took place in Minneapolis when an ICE officer shot a woman driving an SUV during a heated immigration raid. President Trump called the incident 'horrible' and labeled the woman a 'professional agitator.' Protests erupted as tensions surged.

January 8, 2026

Two Men Charged for $50,000 Scam Targeting Elderly Women in NSW Car Parks

Two men, aged 37 and 57, were arrested in New South Wales for stealing over $50,000 from 18 elderly women in car parks. Using a cunning ruse about car trouble, they tricked victims from Newcastle to Sydney to open car bonnets while their accomplice stole valuables. Both now face 72 charges each.