January 6, 2026

Australia braces for worst heatwave since 2019-20 bushfires with soaring 45C temps

More than half of Australia will face extreme heat above 45C from Wednesday to Friday. The worst heatwave since the deadly 2019-20 bushfires brings high fire danger and electricity strains.

January 6, 2026

Hampton Inn Minnesota Refuses ICE Agents; Hilton Condemns Discrimination

A Minnesota Hampton Inn owned by Indian partners denied reservations to ICE agents, sparking outrage. Hilton says this behavior goes against its values and apologizes. The hotel apologized and promised to accommodate affected guests.

January 6, 2026

Man Arrested for Christmas Day Arson on Hanukah-Decorated Car in Melbourne

Victoria police arrested a 47-year-old man for allegedly firebombing a car with Hanukah decorations in Melbourne on Christmas morning. The house occupants were safely evacuated. Police continue investigations amid rising community fears after recent attacks.

January 6, 2026

Starlink Internet Shutdown Hits Papua New Guinea Hard Amid Licensing Battle

Starlink's internet service in Papua New Guinea is off after the government ordered a shutdown. Remote areas suffer as businesses, health workers, and students struggle without reliable internet.

January 6, 2026

NGT Orders Notice Over Illegal Tree Felling Near Taj Mahal in Agra

The National Green Tribunal has asked the Environment Ministry and UP government to respond to illegal tree cutting and unauthorized constructions near the Taj Mahal. The issue involves damage to century-old trees and green belts along Agra-Gwalior Highway.

January 6, 2026

Seven Dead, Over 100 Ill in Indore Due to Contaminated Drinking Water Outbreak

At least 38 new cases of vomiting and diarrhoea were reported in Indore linked to contaminated water. Seven deaths confirmed, 110 patients under treatment including 15 in ICUs. Health teams launched surveys and distributed clean water kits in Bhagirathpura to control the outbreak.

January 6, 2026

US Raid on Venezuela’s Maduro Sparks China-Taiwan Military Comparisons

The US's surprise raid capturing Venezuela's leader Nicolás Maduro has led to China-Taiwan comparisons. Experts say China views Taiwan as domestic, not international matter. Taiwan sees the US operation as a strong deterrent against China.

January 6, 2026

Madras HC to Rule on Karthigai Deepam Lighting and Festival Limits at Subramaniya Swamy Temple

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court will deliver its verdict on January 6, 2026, on appeals about lighting the Karthigai Deepam at the Subramaniya Swamy Temple and Santhanakoodu Urus festival participant limits.

January 6, 2026

Trader Wins $400,000 Betting on Maduro’s US Removal, Raising Insider Suspicions

An anonymous trader earned over $400,000 on Polymarket by betting on Nicolás Maduro’s US removal in Venezuela. The timely bet sparks insider trading questions amid a secret US mission.

January 6, 2026

Hilton Hotels Cancels ICE Agent Bookings in Minneapolis, DHS Hits Back

Hilton Hotels in Minneapolis canceled reservations for ICE and DHA agents, calling off stays after spotting government bookings. DHS slammed the hotel, accusing it of siding with 'murderers and rapists,' sparking a fiery MAGA backlash. Hilton says it is investigating and emphasized its inclusive values.