Iran protests: India to begin evacuation of citizens from the country, first flight on Friday
The violent protests in Iran started late last month after the national currency plunged to record lows, and have since spread to all 31 provinces of the Islamic Republic. The demonstrations continue to escalate across Iran, and thousands of people have reportedly been killed.
Amid Iran tensions, India issues advisory for citizens in Israel: ‘Avoid all non-essential travel’
The official advisory comes as protests continue to escalate across Iran, with reports of clashes between protesters and security forces, resulting in the killing of thousands of people, according to news reports. Here are more details on this.
Uttar Pradesh: State government approves 6 new north-south corridors to connect over 24 districts; here’s all you need to know
Uttar Pradesh has approved six new North-South road corridors to improve connectivity across more than 24 districts. Backed by CM Yogi Adityanath, the project aims to boost economic growth, reduce travel time, and integrate major expressways, with completion targeted within two years.
Delhi-NCR air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category, AQI crosses 360-mark in Anand Vihar, Bawana, RK Puram; Check area-wise pollution levels
Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘very poor’ category for the fourth consecutive day, with AQI touching 345. The CPCB has warned that pollution levels may worsen, possibly reaching the ‘severe’ category by Sunday, raising serious health concerns for residents.
Major conspiracy foiled? Pakistani boat ‘Al-Madina’ intercepted by Indian Coast Guard in Arabian Sea, 9 detained; investigation underway
The Indian Coast Guard intercepted a Pakistani fishing boat near the International Maritime Boundary Line in the Arabian Sea during a night operation. Nine crew members were found on board, and the vessel is being taken to Porbandar for investigation amid heightened maritime security.
From 2017 to 2026: Why Mumbai’s BMC Elections were held after a long gap; Key reasons explained
Vote counting for the long-delayed BMC elections is underway today, January 16, after polling was held on January 14 across Mumbai’s 227 wards. Over 1.03 crore voters participated in the civic polls, which were postponed for years due to COVID-19, legal hurdles and ward delimitation.
In South Texas, local Republicans push for more wins as Latinos appear to sour on Trump
Even as Trump’s approval ratings fall with Latinos, a constellation of grassroots Republicans are working to secure wins in the midterms.
New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primary
Texas’ Senate Republican primary, meanwhile, looks headed for a runoff. The survey found U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in a dead heat against Attorney General Ken Paxton, with neither eclipsing 30%.
Texas A&M abruptly cancels ethics course over race, gender policy
The university said content of the graduate course, which was already underway, was not adequately disclosed, forcing the cancellation. The professor disagrees.
Greg Abbott enters 2026 Texas governor’s race with staggering $106 million on hand
Abbott raised almost $23 million from July through December, while his leading Democratic challenger, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, brought in $1.3 million in the last 10 weeks of 2025.