January 8, 2026

Over ₹5 Lakh Fines Collected in Telangana Overnight Checks, Illegal PDS Rice Seized

Telangana Vigilance and Enforcement teams fined over ₹5 lakh for vehicle and mining violations during overnight checks. They also seized 160 quintals of illegal PDS rice near Nirmal.

January 8, 2026

Woman Shot Dead by ICE Agent in Minneapolis During Immigration Crackdown

In Minneapolis, a woman was killed by an ICE agent after she allegedly tried to run over officers with her vehicle. The Trump administration called it domestic terrorism. Local leaders demand ICE leave immediately.

January 8, 2026

US Attack on Venezuela Marks New Resource Rivalry with China in South America

The US launched its first direct attack on Venezuela, sparking a fresh struggle with China over South America's vast mineral wealth. This move seeks control over critical resources and challenges China’s growing influence in the region.

January 7, 2026

Agriculture Ministry Releases Draft Pesticides Bill 2025 with Tougher Controls, Invites Public Feedback

The Agriculture Ministry has unveiled the draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025, replacing the 1968 Insecticides Act. The bill aims to protect farmers by enhancing transparency, traceability, and penalties for violations. The Ministry welcomes public comments until February 4, 2026, before presenting it to Parliament.

January 7, 2026

Leftwing Militants’ Arson Cuts Power to 45,000 Berlin Homes, Exposing Energy Security Flaws

A large arson attack by leftwing militants knocked out power to 45,000 Berlin households and key facilities. The attack exposed serious weaknesses in Germany’s energy security and led to urgent calls for better protection of critical infrastructure.

January 7, 2026

Telangana Police Bust Fake Premium Liquor Racket, Five Arrested with 139 Adulterated Bottles

Telangana Excise police arrested five people for mixing cheap liquor into premium bottles and selling them at high prices. They seized 139 fake bottles and liquor worth ₹8 lakh.

January 7, 2026

Over 8,000 Unmapped Voters Attend Hearings to Secure Voting Rights in Ernakulam

Thousands feared losing their vote due to 'no mapping' in voter rolls. Hearings in Ernakulam assure them their names will be restored before Assembly elections.

January 7, 2026

Congress Names AICC Observers for Key Poll-Bound States

Congress has appointed AICC observers for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and West Bengal. These states will hold Assembly elections soon.

January 7, 2026

Sathanur Dam to Release Water on January 14 for Farmers Before Pongal

Farmers from Tiruvannamalai and nearby districts asked for water release from Sathanur Dam on January 14, a day before Pongal, to start paddy cultivation. Officials plan to release water to support farming on 50,000 acres under full storage conditions.

January 7, 2026

Trump Considers Military Action to Take Greenland, Raising NATO Alarm

Donald Trump has put all options on the table to ‘take’ Greenland, including military force. The White House confirmed this unusual step, sparking fears within NATO. Experts say a US invasion could happen easily but would cause huge fallout. Meanwhile, buying Greenland is also suggested but is complex and unlikely.