The partial US government shutdown differs from 2019's 43-day closure. Essential operations continue but unpaid employees and furloughs loom. Pentagon, Transportation, Homeland Security affected while FEMA maintains disaster funds.
Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh records another sighting of the Peregrine falcon, the world's fastest bird, indicating improving habitat quality and biodiversity conservation success.
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Fitch Ratings warns that escalating geopolitical tensions could significantly increase credit risks for emerging markets by 2026, impacting global economic stability.
Junaid Qureshi, Director of the European Foundation for South Asian Studies, has publicly stated he is not afraid of death threats from The Resistance Front (TRF). He has flagged the alarming presence of Pakistan-backed sleeper cell terror networks operat
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Chandigarh and the Tricity region, forecasting rain and thunderstorms on Sunday. Residents are advised to stay cautious.
Pakistani security forces have eliminated 67 militants in coordinated operations across Balochistan, targeting insurgent hideouts in Mach and Kolpur regions.
US Senator Bernie Sanders introduces amendment to redirect $75 billion from ICE to Medicaid, calling it a 'domestic army' while millions face healthcare struggles. The proposal was rejected by Senate Republicans.
Russian military advances in Zaporizhzhia region force Ukrainian commanders to consider surrender options. Intense fighting around Huliaipole strains Kyiv's defenses as civilians flee relentless bombardment.
Chandigarh recorded 63.6 mm rainfall in January 2026, 69% above normal, making it the third wettest January since 2013, with IMD citing western disturbances as key factor.
Saudi Arabia's private messaging warns that US inaction against Iran could strengthen Tehran regionally, contrasting with public calls for restraint amid rising Middle East tensions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep shame over Pakistan's reliance on foreign loans, highlighting the burden on national honor while detailing crucial support from allies like China and Saudi Arabia.
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In a series of coordinated counter-terrorism operations across Pakistan's Balochistan province, security forces eliminated 70 terrorists while losing 10 personnel. The operations targeted multiple locations including Quetta, Gwadar, and Chaman.
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The US DOJ released millions of pages of Jeffrey Epstein documents, revealing his attempt to arrange a meeting between a Russian woman and Prince Andrew, with discussions about Buckingham Palace dinner.
A job interview chat on Boss Zhipin platform in China went viral after a recruiter mocked a candidate for expecting weekends off, triggering nationwide discussion on work culture and basic labor rights.
Israeli military strikes in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of at least 30 Palestinians, including children, as diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire continue to advance.
A powerful explosion damaged an eight-storey building in Bandar Abbas, Iran, injuring people and destroying floors and vehicles. Authorities are investigating the cause amid heightened US-Iran tensions.
NASA has rescheduled the critical wet dress rehearsal for Artemis II to February 2 after adverse weather conditions in Florida, pushing the earliest possible launch to February 8.
An explosion has occurred at Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas, according to Iranian media reports. The port is strategically located on the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil transit route.
An explosion occurred at Iran's crucial Bandar Abbas port on the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions with the US. Iranian media confirmed the blast while denying reports of targeting a Revolutionary Guard commander.
A powerful explosion has struck the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran, causing significant damage to a building and leaving several people injured. Emergency services are responding to the incident.
Recently unsealed court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case contain allegations that Elon Musk planned to visit the financier's private island, though Musk denies any involvement.
Elon Musk has publicly denied any association with Jeffrey Epstein after his name surfaced in recently unsealed court documents related to the financier's sex trafficking case.
The US Justice Department released millions of Epstein documents, likely the last major batch. Files contain allegations about Trump, Musk's party plans, Gates infidelity claims, and other high-profile figures.
India designates Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat as Wetlands of International Importance under Ramsar Convention, bringing total Ramsar sites to 98.
Nationwide protests against Trump's immigration crackdown have erupted across all 50 US states, with Minneapolis as the epicenter. Thousands braved freezing temperatures, demanding ICE withdrawal after fatal shootings.
Intense security operations in Pakistan's Balochistan province resulted in the deaths of 57 terrorists and 10 security personnel during heavy gunfire exchanges on Saturday afternoon.
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