January 6, 2026

Bomb Threat at Lalbagh Road Passport Office Triggers Security Alert

A bomb threat email triggered a security alert at Lalbagh Road Passport Office on January 6, 2026. Bomb disposal and police teams found nothing suspicious but launched an investigation.

January 6, 2026

II PU Maths Preparatory Exam Paper Leaked, Police Complaint Planned in Shivamogga

The Mathematics paper for the ongoing II PU preparatory exam was leaked in Shivamogga. Officials discovered the leak mid-exam and are now filing a police complaint to investigate the matter further.

January 6, 2026

At Least 22 Ethiopian Migrants Die in Horrific Afar Region Road Crash

A lorry carrying 85 Ethiopian migrants overturned in Afar, killing 22 and injuring 65. Officials warn against human trafficking risks on this perilous route.

January 6, 2026

Hypnotherapist Faces Trial in France for Drugging and Raping 14 Women

Cyril Zattara is on trial in southern France, accused of drugging and raping 14 women and secretly filming assaults. He admitted 10 rapes and is detained since 2021. The trial, held behind closed doors, will last at least two weeks.

January 6, 2026

Swiss Officials Admit No Fire Checks Since 2019 Before Deadly Bar Blaze Killing 40

Swiss officials said no fire safety inspections happened at the Le Constellation bar since 2019, where 40 people died on New Year's Eve. Authorities banned sparkling candles after the blaze and launched a criminal probe into the bar’s managers.