January 7, 2026

Hyderabad Police Warn Against Fake 'Digital Arrest' Scams Targeting Citizens

Hyderabad Police alert citizens about a spike in 'digital arrest' frauds. Scammers impersonate officials to extort money by falsely threatening arrests for crimes like terrorism or money laundering. The police say no one can be arrested online or asked for money and urge immediate reporting on helpline 1930.

January 7, 2026

France Teams Up with Allies on Response if US Invades Greenland Amid Rising Tensions

France is working with European allies on how to respond if the US invades Greenland. Danish officials warn such action would end NATO. Trump’s team keeps military options open despite denial of invasion plans.

January 7, 2026

CIC directs DPIIT to submit affidavit on COVID-19 vaccine funding information

The Central Information Commission has ordered DPIIT to file an affidavit stating that details about government funding to COVID-19 vaccine makers are not available. This came after an RTI appeal sought info on crores released to Serum Institute and Bharat Biotech during the pandemic.

January 7, 2026

Trump Eyes US Oil Firms Rebuilding Venezuela’s Oil Industry After Maduro Capture

After Nicolás Maduro’s capture, Trump says US oil companies will restore Venezuela's oil output. Experts doubt quick gains due to political risks and past setbacks in the oil sector.

January 7, 2026

Chef Goku Hosts Traditional Farm-to-Table Pongal Feast in Tamil Nadu

Chef Goku teams up with Molasses to offer a special Pongal farm-to-table feast celebrating Tamil Nadu's harvest heritage with authentic village dishes on Jan 16.

January 7, 2026

Woman Dies After Being Set on Fire for Rejecting Marriage Proposal in Bengaluru

A 41-year-old woman in Bengaluru died after 20 days of treatment for severe burns caused by a man who set her on fire after she refused his marriage proposal. The accused was arrested, and the case was upgraded to murder.

January 7, 2026

Erode issues second notice to 42 illegal resorts near Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve to shut by Jan 12, 2026

The Erode district has again ordered 42 illegal resorts near Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve to close by January 12, 2026. These resorts operate without proper licenses and harm the environment. Authorities warn that buildings will be sealed if they do not comply.

January 7, 2026

Supreme Court Rejects Petition on CLAT 2026 Question Paper Leak Allegation

The Supreme Court refused to order a court-monitored investigation into the alleged leak of the CLAT 2026 question paper. The petition was dismissed as the exam and results process had ended, with the court questioning the delay in filing the plea.

January 7, 2026

2020 Delhi Riots Accused Salim Malik Seeks Bail Following Supreme Court Order

Salim Malik, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, files fresh bail plea after Supreme Court grants bail to similar co-accused. Court hearing set for January 8.

January 7, 2026

Russia Escorts Shadow Fleet Oil Tanker Across Atlantic Amid US Hunt

Russia sent a naval convoy to protect a shadow fleet oil tanker, Marinera, trying to evade US sanctions. The tanker, linked to Iran and Venezuela, crossed near Iceland while US forces trailed it from the UK. Tensions rise as Russia demands the US stop the pursuit.