Tom Homan, Donald Trump's border czar, met with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to discuss the federal immigration operation in Minneapolis, following fatal shootings and calls for reduced agent presence.
Heavy rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh have blocked over 800 roads and caused widespread power outages across multiple districts, including Kullu, Lahaul Spiti, Shimla, and Mandi.
India and European Union finalize landmark free trade agreement with mobility framework, offering uncapped movement for learners, researchers, and skilled workers across Europe.
Bengaluru's Solid Waste Management teams in Hennur and R R Nagar collected massive amounts of tricolor streamers, plastic flags, and party poppers after Republic Day celebrations, highlighting post-festival cleanup challenges.
Kerala faces unseasonably warm temperatures, with many areas recording 2-5°C above normal. IMD forecasts dry weather statewide, while Skymet warns of potential El Niño by July.
Centralia, Pennsylvania's abandoned mining town with a 60-year underground coal fire, transforms into an unintended nature reserve as human absence allows ecosystems to recover.
An institute will study wildlife management for the Yettinahole project in Karnataka, implementing preventive and mitigation measures in Hassan and Tumakuru divisions as approved by the forest department.
The Trump administration confronts pivotal lawsuits in 2026 that could redefine federal authority over US universities, involving research funding, DEI policies, campus speech, and immigration enforcement.
The United States announces a multi-day Air Force exercise in the Middle East as tensions escalate with Iran over its crackdown on protests, with significant military deployments underway.
Himachal Pradesh faces severe cold wave with heavy snowfall blocking roads, causing power outages, and forcing school closures across multiple districts including Kullu and Lahaul Spiti.
A high-level inquiry report reveals Karnataka forest officials struggled to arrange over Rs 2 lakh for forensic tests in a tiger poaching case, exposing systemic funding gaps in wildlife crime investigations.
The United States has reportedly advised Ukraine that it must sign a peace agreement with Russia to receive long-term security guarantees, according to a source familiar with the discussions.
Ludhiana experiences a sharp drop in temperatures to 16°C, 4 degrees below normal, following rain and hailstorm. IMD warns of cold wave and dense fog until Jan 30, disrupting travel.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has denounced a Russian drone strike on a civilian train as terrorism, stating that four people were killed in the attack.
A federal judge in Minnesota has ordered the acting ICE chief to personally appear in court, warning of contempt charges for repeatedly violating judicial orders regarding bond hearings for detained immigrants.
Julien Pereira, a 26-year-old Frenchman, recounts his traumatic month in US immigration detention, describing handcuffs, long transfers, overcrowded dormitories, and a system he calls inhumane.
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iraq, threatening to withdraw American support if former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki is reinstated, citing his previous tenure's failures.
An Indian H-1B visa holder shares a stressful experience of being sent back from Abu Dhabi preclearance despite having valid documents, highlighting immigration scrutiny for remote work and employer changes.
Yakutsk, one of the world's coldest cities in eastern Siberia, faces growing instability as rising temperatures thaw its permafrost foundation, causing structural damage to buildings and infrastructure.
India's largest inland saltwater wetland, Sambhar Lake in Jaipur, recorded an unprecedented 2.3 lakh migratory waterbirds from 47 species during the 2026 Asian Waterbird Census, marking a significant recovery and highlighting its crucial role in the Centr
YouTuber iShowSpeed completes transformative 28-day Africa tour across 20 countries, highlighting rich cultures and personal growth through live streaming adventures.
Pakistan's PTI party warns that Imran Khan faces permanent vision loss from injuries sustained in jail, urgently seeking his transfer to a hospital and family access amid health concerns.
Former US President Donald Trump visits Iowa to promote economic affordability initiatives while facing criticism over immigration policies and recent shooting incidents.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces freeze on new H-1B visa petitions in state agencies and universities, making Texas second state after Florida to restrict program. Indian-origin GOP chairman Abraham George faces social media backlash.
A shooting incident near the US-Mexico border in Arizona has left one person critically injured. Authorities including FBI and Border Patrol are investigating the Arivaca incident.
A massive fire in Kolkata's Nazirabad reveals how protected wetlands have been illegally filled for warehouses and factories, with authorities filing over 500 FIRs against encroachments in the Ramsar site.
Delhi experienced 4.2 mm rain on Tuesday, pushing January's total to 25.3 mm, making it the wettest January in four years. The IMD forecasts another spell on February 1, while AQI worsened to very poor.
Thailand has introduced thermal screening and health declarations for passengers arriving from Kolkata due to Nipah virus concerns, creating anxiety in the travel industry while Kolkata airport lacks similar protocols.
Reflecting on Iran's gracious hospitality that contrasts with its current media portrayal, highlighting personal memories of warmth and kindness from the Iranian people.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed state agencies and public universities to immediately freeze new H-1B visa petitions until May 2027, citing program abuse and prioritizing American workers.