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.

January 7, 2026

Swiss Ski Bar Missed Safety Checks for 5 Years Before Deadly Fire Killing 40

A Swiss ski bar hadn't been inspected for five years before a deadly fire on New Year's Eve killed 40 people. Officials and families demand answers.

January 7, 2026

Oil Prices Drop as Trump Seizes Venezuela’s Crude to Boost US Supply

Oil prices fell over 1% after Donald Trump announced the US would take control of 30 to 50 million barrels of Venezuela’s blockaded oil. This move may flood the market and strain US relations with China, which gets most of Venezuela's crude.