US Demands $15,000 Bond from Bangladeshi Visa Applicants
The US Embassy in Dhaka announces a $15,000 bond requirement for Bangladeshi B1/B2 visa applicants starting January 2026, with strict warnings against advance payments.
Category : Politics
Putin Gets US Invite for Trump's Gaza Peace Board: Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has received a formal invitation from the United States to join Donald Trump's proposed Gaza Peace Board, according to Kremlin officials.
Mumbai Bandra Residents Protest Overnight Wall Construction
Local residents and activists in Bandra protested after BMC built an embankment wall near Mt Mary Basilica without proper consultation. Officials halted work and agreed to remove the structure.
Lalan Singh Rejects RCP Singh's JD-U Comeback
Senior JD-U leader Lalan Singh dismisses speculation about former Union minister RCP Singh's return, blaming him for the party's poor 2020 Assembly poll performance.
BJP's Sriramulu Booked for Disclosing Pocso Victim Details
Former Karnataka minister B Sriramulu faces FIR under Pocso Act for allegedly disclosing a minor rape victim's identity during a Ballari protest. Police registered a suo motu case.
SC's Last Opportunity to Centre for Homeless Mentally Ill SOPs
The Supreme Court demands Centre frame SOPs for rehabilitating homeless persons with psychosocial disabilities, calling them 'most vulnerable' and setting February 9 deadline.
Man, Deer Die in Krishnagiri Highway Accident
A 32-year-old man and a spotted deer died after a collision on Adhiyamankottai-Attibele National Highway. Locals demand warning signs as the route is a wildlife migration path.
Sandip Joshi Retires from Politics, Cites Youth Leadership Need
MLC Sandip Joshi, close aide of CM Devendra Fadnavis, announces political retirement, stating it's time to make space for younger leaders in Maharashtra politics.
Goa Police Widens Probe After Russian Man Admits Murders
A Russian national, Aleksei Leonov, confesses to murdering two Russian women in Goa. Police expand investigation into the case with international implications.
Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP Over MGNREGA Centralization Claims
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP government is undermining power decentralization in MGNREGA scheme, contrasting Congress's historical support for local governance.
AMMK Rejoins NDA, Dhinakaran at Modi Rally
AMMK party in Tamil Nadu rejoins NDA alliance. TTV Dhinakaran will attend PM Modi's rally on January 23. Union Minister Piyush Goyal finalizes negotiations ahead of the event.
Labor Secretary Accused of Strip Club Visit on Official Trip
An internal investigation found evidence that US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer visited a strip club with staff during an official government trip to Oregon, costing taxpayers nearly $3,000.
Congress's Muted Response to NSS, SNDP Criticism Shows Election Worries
Congress leadership's restrained reaction to NSS and SNDP leaders' sharp criticism of VD Satheesan exposes party's anxiety over shifting social alliances ahead of Kerala assembly elections.
India to Showcase Electoral Reforms at Global Conference
The Election Commission will highlight its Special Intensive Revision exercise and launch ECINET platform at the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management 2026.
SC Sets 4-Month Deadline for Delhi HC on Raja Bhaiya Case
The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi High Court to decide a domestic violence complaint against MLA Raja Bhaiya within four months, noting the HC had stayed trial court summons.
Amrit Bharat II Express Tickets Follow Vande Bharat Sleeper Rules
Indian Railways announces Amrit Bharat II Express reserved tickets will be governed by Vande Bharat Sleeper norms, with no separate policy. New fare structure and quota details revealed.
Retired Railway Worker Murders Partner in Jhansi
A retired railway employee in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, killed his live-in partner and burned her body in a trunk. Police discovered the crime on Sunday.
NYC Mayor's Sing-Along With Ms. Rachel Sparks Debate
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins YouTube educator Ms. Rachel in a pre-K classroom, celebrating expanded childcare. Supporters praise it as joyful leadership, while critics call it propaganda.
Kanpur Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest headlines from Kanpur. Get updates on civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political and administrative news for January 19, 2026.
Vijay Grilled by CBI for 6 Hours in Karur Stampede Case
TVK leader and actor Vijay appears before CBI for second round of questioning in Karur stampede investigation, facing over six hours of interrogation.
Pakistan's Military Chief Invokes Islam, Harder Stance vs India
Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir declares the nation is nearing its founding purpose, centering Islam in military identity and framing India as a civilizational rival.
Karnataka CM Change Buzz Grows After Shivakumar Delhi Trip
Speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka mounts as Deputy CM DK Shivakumar holds key meetings in Delhi, fueling political discussions.
Lokesh M Removed as Noida Authority CEO Over Techie Death Row
The Uttar Pradesh government has removed IAS officer Lokesh M from his position as Noida Authority CEO following a controversy surrounding a techie's death. CM Yogi Adityanath has ordered an SIT probe into the incident.
PMK-DMK Alliance Talks Spark VCK Opposition
Preliminary discussions between PMK and DMK for Tamil Nadu assembly elections face strong resistance from VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan, citing historical conflicts.
Biden Ex-Adviser Fooled by AI Viking Bathtub Video
Former Biden adviser Neera Tanden faced ridicule online after mistaking an AI-generated video of ICE agents chasing a man in a Viking costume in a bathtub as real news.
Noida CEO Transferred After Engineer's Death in Water-Filled Pit
Uttar Pradesh government transfers Noida CEO Lakesh M to wait list following CM Yogi Adityanath's order for SIT probe into software engineer Yuvraj Mehta's death.
Islamic NATO? Pak-Saudi-Turkey Pact's India Impact
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey forge a defense pact with a NATO-style clause, raising strategic concerns for India amid Middle East tensions.
Trump's Nobel Snub Sparks Alarm Over Greenland Ambitions
Donald Trump's blunt message to Norway after Nobel Peace Prize failure raises global concerns as he renews demand for U.S. control over Greenland, shifting focus from peace to American interests.
Two Children Killed in Vadodara Road Accidents
A 10-year-old boy was crushed by a fire service tanker in Karelibaug, while a 7-year-old girl died in a collision involving two cars in Maneja. Police investigations are ongoing.
Bail Granted to Messi Event Organiser Satadru Dutta in Kolkata
A Kolkata court has granted bail to Satadru Dutta, the organiser of the controversial Messi event at Salt Lake stadium. Dutta faced charges including unauthorised contracts with suppliers.
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