January 5, 2026

Trump Says US Oil Firms Can Fix Venezuela’s Broken Industry and Make Big Money

President Trump says US oil giants will invest billions to repair Venezuela’s failing oil sector. Venezuela holds massive oil reserves but faces tough challenges with low output and damaged infrastructure.

January 5, 2026

Trump Highlights Immigrant Welfare Rates; India Missing from List

On January 4, 2025, Donald Trump shared a list showing immigrant welfare rates by country in the US, excluding India. Indian-Americans have high incomes and low welfare reliance.

January 5, 2026

Trump Shares Immigrant Welfare Data But Leaves Out India

US President Donald Trump posted data on immigrant welfare use but did not include India. His chart shows the highest and lowest welfare use by immigrant households. India was excluded because Indian immigrants use very little welfare.

January 5, 2026

Pallankuzhi Contest Excites Mylapore Festival Players; Chess and Sustainability Programs Announced

At the 22nd Sundaram Finance Mylapore Festival, the exciting Pallankuzhi contest drew players of all ages. Chess tournaments for kids and a fresh sustainability programme called Grow Your Food were unveiled for 2026.

January 5, 2026

Schoolgirl Prevents Six Child Marriages in Murshidabad Amid Ongoing Struggle to End Practice

In 2025, Monija Khatun, an 11th-grade student in Murshidabad, West Bengal, stopped six child marriages, including that of two classmates. Despite campaigns and awards to young fighters like her, child marriage remains high in the economically poor district. Local groups and authorities continue their fight to protect girls and promote education.

January 5, 2026

Swiss Bar Fire Tragedy: Mass Held as Families Mourn Over 20 Dead

Hundreds gathered in snow outside St Christopher's Church for a Mass to mourn victims of the New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar. More than 20 dead identified. Families face harsh truths as investigation into negligence opens.

January 5, 2026

US Cities Protest Trump's Venezuela Strike and Maduro's Arrest

Hundreds protested across US cities against Trump’s military move in Venezuela and Maduro’s arrest on drug charges. Critics say the operation is illegal and threatens war, while supporters back the president’s action.

January 5, 2026

Indiana Police Arrest Gurpreet Singh and Jasveer Singh with 300 Pounds Cocaine Worth $7 Million

Indiana police caught two Indian-origin men, Gurpreet Singh and Jasveer Singh, with 300 pounds of cocaine worth $7 million. The drugs were found during a routine truck inspection along I-70. Both men face felony charges and hold ICE deportation orders.

January 5, 2026

Burj Khalifa: Engineering Marvel That Redefined Dubai and Then Some

Burj Khalifa opened in 2010 as the world's tallest building, thanks to engineer Bill Baker’s revolutionary buttressed core design. It stands tall and safe, with smart features fighting Dubai's harsh weather, setting trends for future skyscrapers.

January 5, 2026

Abu Dhabi Cracks Down on Noisy Vehicles with Heavy Fines and Strict Penalties

Abu Dhabi police are imposing Dh2,000 fines and 12 black points for loud engines and illegal vehicle mods. Over 100 vehicles seized recently in a strong move to cut noise and improve road safety.