January 10, 2026

Hyderabad Researchers Use AI to Decode 12 Unique Biryani Styles in India

Researchers at IIIT Hyderabad used AI to study videos of 12 biryani types. They found clear differences and common steps in cooking. This study could aid Geographical Indication tagging for biryani varieties.

January 10, 2026

TOI World Desk Brings You Timely, Accurate Global News with Privacy Promise

TOI World Desk's skilled team works nonstop to deliver the latest global news and varied views. Committed to truth and privacy, they keep you updated without sharing your info for ads.

January 10, 2026

Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over Risk of AI Pornographic Content

Indonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot citing worries about AI-generated sexual content. The move follows global criticism and measures to control exploitative imagery created by the tool.

January 10, 2026

Kuwait Issues Safety Advisory for Its Citizens in Iran Amid Rising Protests and Risks

Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens in Iran to stay alert, avoid public gatherings, and follow local rules amid protests. Emergency contacts provided for quick help.

January 10, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Launches Annual Thirukkural Week Events in January

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a series of events for Thirukkural Week in January 2026. The programmes will include recitations, music, painting, and conferences across the state to celebrate the Tamil saint-poet Thiruvalluvar.

January 10, 2026

Makrand Narwekar is BMC polls richest with ₹124.4 crore assets

Makrand Narwekar, BJP candidate for Mumbai civic polls, declared assets worth ₹124.4 crore. His wealth rose 1,868% in nine years with key land buys in Alibaug and a pricey South Mumbai flat.

January 10, 2026

Four Dead, One Injured in Foggy Car-Bus Collision on Hoshiarpur-Dasuya Road

Four men died and one was injured when their car hit a Punjab Roadways bus in dense fog on Hoshiarpur-Dasuya road. The victims were headed to Amritsar airport.

January 10, 2026

Three Family Members Die in Early Morning Fire in Goregaon, Mumbai

A fire in a Goregaon home killed three family members early Saturday. The blaze likely started in electric wiring. Locals doused flames before firefighters came.

January 10, 2026

Telangana Halts Use of Almont-Kid Syrup Contaminated with Toxic Ethylene Glycol

Telangana Drug Control has issued a stop use order for Almont-Kid Syrup batch AL-24002 due to contamination with toxic Ethylene Glycol. Manufactured by Tridus Remedies, the syrup meant for children’s allergy symptoms is now banned. People are urged to stop use immediately and report to authorities.

January 10, 2026

FIR Filed Against Punjab Congress MLAs for Sharing Controversial Atishi Video

FIR has been registered against Punjab Congress MLAs Sukhpal Khaira and Pargat Singh for sharing an edited video of AAP leader Atishi amid sharp political tensions.