January 7, 2026

Japan Nuclear Safety Worker Loses Phone with Secret Data in China

A Japan Nuclear Regulation Authority worker lost a phone containing secret nuclear security contacts during a China trip. The agency fears a data leak. This raises alarms as Japan pushes to restart its atomic energy program after years of shutdown.

January 7, 2026

DGGI Arrests Congress's Balkonda In-Charge Sunil Kumar and N. Chethan in ₹50 Crore GST Evasion Case

DGGI Hyderabad arrested Congress's Sunil Kumar and N. Chethan for alleged GST evasion of ₹50.24 crore. Investigations reveal fake tax credit racket and unpaid GST collections.

January 7, 2026

Ponram Launches ‘Dindigul Nights’ Dinner Menu Featuring Local Delights

Ponram restaurant in Dindigul introduces Dindigul Nights, an evening-only menu celebrating local dishes like poricha parotta and kothu kari. Owner Mani Ram revives family recipes from childhood memories and local flavors.

January 7, 2026

Investigation Ordered as Cotton Cloth Found Inside Woman After Cesarean in Wayanad

A young woman found a cotton cloth inside her body two months after a cesarean at Mananthavady hospital in Kerala. Medical negligence is being investigated.

January 7, 2026

Europe Backs Denmark Against US Greenland Deal Amid Heavy Flight Cancellations

European leaders unite to support Denmark and Greenland against US buyout plans. Meanwhile, harsh winter causes 700+ flight cancellations at Amsterdam Schiphol and Paris airports.

January 7, 2026

Tamil Nadu Village Produces 200 Kg of Jaggery Daily with Traditional Farming

A village in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu, has been making jaggery for two generations. The farmers produce about 200 kg every day, keeping age-old traditions alive.

January 7, 2026

Trump Controls Venezuela Oil, Pushes Greenland Purchase, Sends More ICE Agents to Minnesota

US President Trump says he will control Venezuela's oil sales after Maduro's arrest. He also demands Greenland for security and increases immigration agents in Minnesota amid political tensions.

January 7, 2026

All-India Tiger Estimation 2026 Starts in Thanthai Periyar Sanctuary, Erode

The first phase of the All-India Tiger Estimation-2026 began on January 6 in Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary under Erode Forest Division. Over 150 forest staff are conducting a six-day census of tigers, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife using line transect methods.

January 7, 2026

Kashmir Shivers in Severe Cold Wave; Sonamarg Hits Minus 10.1°C

Kashmir Valley is battling a harsh cold wave with many places recording sub-zero night temperatures. Sonamarg hit a chilly minus 10.1°C. Punjab and Haryana also faced intense cold with lows under 5°C.

January 7, 2026

Madras HC Orders Tamil Nadu to End Police Misuse for Personal Work

The Madras High Court has directed Tamil Nadu to set up district committees to stop police officers from using police personnel for household jobs. The court called this misuse an 'abhorrent' and 'evil' practice and wants action within two weeks.