January 8, 2026

Venezuela Opens Oil Market to US as Trump Gains Control Over Supplies

Venezuela's interim president backs oil trade with US despite past conflicts. Trump administration seizes tankers and plans to sell all Venezuelan crude globally. US VP JD Vance warns oil sales must serve American interests. Trump hits back with new deals and insists Venezuela buys only US products.

January 8, 2026

US ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis; City Officials Reject Self-Defense Claim

A US immigration agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis. Local leaders rejected federal claims of self-defense. Protests erupted near the scene, amid nationwide ICE crackdown.

January 8, 2026

Deep Depression Forms Over Bay of Bengal, Brings Heavy Rain to Tamil Nadu

A rare deep depression is forming over the Bay of Bengal and will cause heavy rain in Tamil Nadu from January 8 to 11. The IMD says such strong January storms are uncommon, with only 20 since 1891.

January 8, 2026

Four Students Killed in Car Crash Near Chevella; One Injured

A tragic car accident near Chevella killed four students and injured another early Thursday. Overspeeding appears to be the cause. Victims include three ICFAI and one MGIT student.

January 8, 2026

Nick Reiner's Lawyer Quits Murder Case; Public Defender Takes Over

Nick Reiner's high-profile lawyer has stepped down from defending him in the murder case of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Now represented by a public defender, Reiner did not enter a plea during a LA court hearing. The court will next meet on 23 February.

January 8, 2026

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve: A Decade of Private Wildlife Conservation Near Mussoorie

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve celebrates 10 years of protecting Himalayan wildlife near Mussoorie. This private reserve offers slow, eco-friendly tourism and rich biodiversity without mass crowds.

January 8, 2026

Bollywood’s '120 Bahadur' showcases heroic Rezang La battle from 1962 India-China war

Bollywood film '120 Bahadur' tells the story of Indian soldiers' brave fight at Rezang La pass during the 1962 India-China war. Though it failed at the box office, it honors Major Shaitan Singh and his men’s courage in freezing Ladakh heights.

January 8, 2026

India's Exports Beat US Tariffs with Smart Moves & New Markets

India's exports to the US grew despite tough tariffs. Smartphone shipments skyrocketed 237%. Marine products and cotton garments found new buyers in Europe and China, balancing losses. Exporters are diversifying smartly, keeping growth alive.

January 8, 2026

Google's Willow Quantum Chip Breaks Records, Sparks Global Race for Quantum Dominance

Google's Willow quantum computer solved in minutes a problem that would take classical supercomputers 10 septillion years. This breakthrough powers hopes for new medicines, clean energy, and climate solutions. The US, China, and UK compete fiercely to lead the quantum future.

January 8, 2026

NSW Police Shoot Man Dead After Six-Hour Standoff During Welfare Check

A man was shot dead by NSW police in Springfield after a six-hour standoff. The incident began during a welfare check and ended when the man attacked officers with a sharp weapon.