European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will sign the long-awaited EU-Mercosur trade pact in Paraguay on January 17, a move aimed at boosting exports despite farmer protests. Read the full details.
US President Trump urges action on Greenland, fearing Russian/Chinese influence. Denmark & Greenland envoys lobby Washington. Explore the history, strategic value, and independence debate.
The San Francisco 49ers, despite key injuries, secured a hard-fought 23-19 playoff victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Read how resilience and a bold trick play sealed their Divisional Round berth.
Massive protests in Iran face deadly crackdown. Activists report 500+ killed, thousands detained amid internet blackout. Tehran warns US & Israel. Global tensions rise.
US President Trump says military is studying 'very strong options' against Iran amid deadly crackdown on protests. Iran warns US bases, Israel are 'legitimate targets'. Read the latest.
Pakistan accelerates military construction & deploys civilians as shields along LoC amid rising tensions, Indian intelligence sources report. Get the full story.
Iran faces major protests driven by inflation and a crashing rial. Explore how US sanctions and structural economic flaws are fueling the crisis. What's next for Tehran?
Dense fog and cold wave severely disrupt train operations in Ludhiana, causing hours-long delays and cancellations. Passengers face extreme hardship. Read the full list of affected trains.
As Russia's Ukraine war hits 1,418 days, Putin faces military setbacks, economic strain, and declining public support. US actions in Venezuela add to Kremlin's woes. Read analysis.
Donald Trump says he might prevent ExxonMobil from operating in Venezuela after its CEO called the country 'uninvestable'. A look at the geopolitical implications.
Persistent economic gloom is now the world's biggest constraint, stifling investment and fueling populism. Discover the threefold danger and its global impact.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls on Iran to respect freedom of expression and avoid unnecessary force amid nationwide protests. Read the full appeal for restraint.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for a united front of European and US forces to halt Russia's aggression. Read his urgent appeal for global action.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell reveals DOJ grand jury subpoenas, linking threat to Fed's independence. US dollar weakens, gold hits record. Read the full analysis.
Chandigarh's Daddumajra waste was illegally buried in Punjab at night. An FIR is registered, and 5 trucks were seized. Officials promise strict action against the environmental violation.
A truck drove into a crowd at a pro-Iran protest march in Los Angeles' Westwood suburb. Reports indicate many were injured. Chilling videos of the incident have surfaced online.
Ludhiana's night temperature plunges to 4.6°C as dense fog triggers a yellow alert. Day sees some relief, but residents brace for cold nights ahead. Read the full weather forecast.
The New England Patriots, led by QB Drake Maye, host their first playoff game since Tom Brady. Discover how Maye's steady rise and team's calm focus define this new era. Read more!
Significant rainfall in Tirunelveli and Tenkasi districts boosts dam levels. Oothu recorded 48mm, highest in the region. Get the latest updates on water levels and rainfall data.
The Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery has quietly removed references to the January 6 Capitol attack and Trump's impeachment from a display of his portrait. This move has sparked controversy and accusations of historical revisionism. Read the full s
Bengaluru civic body launches Phase 2 biomining to clear decades-old waste at Mandur dump, processing over 9 lakh tonnes, recovering resources and reducing environmental hazards. Read more.
Josh Allen overcomes early injury scare to deliver a masterful performance, leading the Buffalo Bills to a playoff win. Read about his resilience and historic stats.
Ahmedabad shivers at 11.6°C, the season's lowest. IMD forecasts a rollercoaster of temperatures for Gujarat with a sharp rise followed by a drop. Read the full weather update.
US prosecutors open criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell over HQ renovation statements to Congress. Trump tensions escalate. Get the full story.
Climate change is now a fiscal crisis. From heatwaves to floods, environmental damage hits budgets. The green transition demands massive public spending. Explore the economic reshaping.
Explore the Scarborough Shoal dispute between China and the Philippines. Learn about its location, UNCLOS claims, and why it's a critical geopolitical hotspot in the South China Sea.
Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi appeals to former US President Donald Trump to support the Iranian people's fight for freedom and help 'make Iran great again'.
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defends officer who shot Renee Good, calls it self-defense. Hundreds more federal agents deployed as protests grow. Read the full story.
A 37-year-old poet, Renee Nicole Good, was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Jan 7, 2026, reviving trauma from George Floyd's murder. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's shocking smirk in an interview fuels nationwide fury. Read the full story.
Naliya in Gujarat recorded a bone-chilling 3.8°C, 6.1 degrees below normal, becoming the state's coldest spot. IMD cites cold northerly winds. Discover how other cities fared.