Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without Judges warrant, says memo
The memo authorises ICE officers to use force to enter a residence based solely on a more narrow administrative warrant to arrest someone with a final order of removal
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Putin ready to give frozen assets for rebuilding Ukraine
American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to meet with Mr. Putin on a possible Ukrainian solution
Large genetic study finds overlaps between schizophrenia, bone health
Researchers analysing data from more than half a million people identify shared genetic patterns linking traits related to schizophrenia and osteoporosis
Telangana Chief Minister pitches for investments on the strength of roadmap for realising US $ 3 trillion economy
Electronic emergency exit doors installed at city airport
Airports Authority of India has changed nearly 140 emergency exit doorsin the T1 and T4 domestic terminals, equipping them with electronic security and monitoring systems
Minister urges coordination for timely Ramzan arrangements
Mr. Azharuddin was chairing a review meeting with district minorities welfare officers on Wednesday where he underscored the need for Ramzan preparations
Olive Ridley turtle carcasses found along Mamallapuram coast
Caste survey report before Feb. 10, says Minister
Tangadagi claimed that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had responded to the needs of the communities, and has released 1,600 crore to all development corporations
Shivraj Singh Chouhan to coach BJP-JD(S) on new job scheme
Sources in the BJP said that the party State leadership had requested the Centre to depute Mr. Chouhan to Karnataka to provide orientation to the Opposition members
Lizelle Lee fined for Code of Conduct breach in WPL
Lee admitted to a Level 1 offence under Article 2.2 of the Code of Conduct, which relates to the abuse of cricket equipment during the match. For Level 1 breaches, the match referee's decision is final and binding, a WPL release stated
108 ambulance employees put forward demands
Work speeded up to improve Thirumudivakkam channel that drains into Adyar river
WRD aims to complete the restoration work by the end of February; unit holders in Thirumudivakkam industrial estate say instances of waterlogging have declined in recent years
KKR appoints Dishant Yagnik as fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026
KKR said Yagnik would bring a wealth of experience and a sharp eye for fielding excellence to the team
Ter Stegen leaves Barcelona for Girona on loan as World Cup looms
Ter Stegen's move could boost his chances of being Germany's starting goalkeeper at the World Cup after injuries restricted him to just a handful of games in the last 15 months
Tata Steel Masters: Gukesh holds Praggnanandhaa
Praggnanandhaa was denied a victory for the fourth day running by Gukesh who played an unusual variation to counter the French defence
Fifty years ago | Gulf controversy over new name subsides
Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to 'framework' of future Arctic deal
The implications of his remarks were enormous, potentially rupturing an alliance that has held firm since the dawn of the Cold War and seemed among the globe's most unshakable pacts.
A hundred years ago | New coinage for Irish free state
Ladki Bahin scheme: 1.57 crore continue to receive aid; 86 lakh beneficiaries dropped
Maharashtra government announced to carry out physical verification of over 24 lakhs rejected beneficiaries
Sanjeev Khirwar appointed new MCD Commissioner
SGPC delegation meets Delhi Police chief, seeks filing of FIR against Atishi for hurting Sikhs
Delhi Police to use AI-enabled spectacles for R-Day security
Delhi Police data show crime rate fell across categories in 2025
Cases of murder, robbery, snatching declined consistently since 2022, according to the Delhi polices annual crime report; offences such as attempt to murder, extortion remain higher than 2023 figures
Will take up pollution in Yamuna with Haryana, U.P. CMs: Rekha Gupta
VMRDA chairman urges YSRCP leaders to stop criticising Naidu, Lokesh
5K Safe-A-Thon to promote road safety awareness in Bengaluru on February 1
Odisha to conduct polls for 24 new civic bodies in June end
State Election Commissioner Madhusudan Padhi on Wednesday (January 21, 2026) said it was mandatory to complete the electoral process within six months of the declaration of any municipal area
At 40, NIFT embarks on designing inclusive futures
The anniversary celebrations are not isolated events but pieces of a larger narrative that pays homage to the past while preparing the ground for the next leap
SIMATS receives international prize at AEEDC Dubai
D.G. Vaishnav College holds food donation drive
Why AI infrastructure matters more
The central insight of the governments white paper, Democratising Access to AI Infrastructure, is simple but profound: AI access is destiny. Nations that control and democratise AI infrastructure will shape innovation; those that do not will remain dependent
Tamil Nadu issues guidelines as chikungunya cases rise in State
MERF does 100 paediatric auditory brainstem implants
Centres established at ten places in cityto demonstrate EVM, VVPAT use to public
GCC launches drive to improve waste segregation
Discarded materials were collected after being segregated at the source across wards during the drive
Two police officials suspended for falsely implicating woman in illicit liquor sale
Schools resume regular classes for Class 6 onwards
Rethinking disability and mental health law in India
Two recent laws on mental and physical disabilities stress autonomy, inclusion, and non-discrimination. Yet, they rarely intersect in aid of those living with both intellectual and psychiatric disabilities or those for whom self-care and decision-making is impossible due to cognitive challenges
Operation LUNGS 3.0 in Vizag soon; shop cellars to be made parking spaces
Business establishments running illegal operations from cellars will face legal actions, including cancellation of occupancy permissions and trade licenses of the buildings, says GVMC Commissioner
Letters to The Editor January 22, 2026
Indian doctor wins Wiley Research Heroes Prize 2025
Over 400 employees of RINL opt for VRS in third phase
Deadline for submission of VRS application has been extended to January 27 from January 20
Visakha Ukku committee leaders urge Parliament panel to resolve VSP crisis
The lack of captive mines is the primary reason for high production costs, they say
Meaningless formality: on Governors, their actions
The conduct of Governors has undermined their constitutional role
Building bridges: On Central Bank Digital Currency and BRICS
The benefits of cross-border CBDC payments could outweigh costs
Lowering the age of juvenility for crimes is a step back
The Private Members Bill has the potential to reshape Indias juvenile justice framework, with implications for fairness and rehabilitation
HIL can be a great training ground for the World Cup: Vincent Vanasch
The Belgian shot-stopper feels teammate Mohith is special and predicts a bright future for him; he also hopes to make it to the 2028 Olympics after the showpiece event at home
NDA Races To Wrap Up Negotiations Ahead Of PM's Tamil Nadu Rally On Friday
The Prime Minister will hold a rally in Madurankatham near Chennai on Friday, signalling the NDA's intent to project itself as the only political formation capable of taking on the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu in the upcoming Assembly elections.
JD(S) urges SEC to use EVMs in GBA polls
K.A. Sengottaiyan, a key TVK figure, claims Congress is divided on an alliance. He asserts his crucial role in Edappadi Palaniswami's rise, stating EPS couldn't have succeeded without him. Sengottaiyan also defends TVK's vision and criticizes AIADMK's leadership, highlighting his long association with MGR and Jayalalithaa.
Watch: Ahead of polls, T.T.V. Dhinakarans AMMK returns to NDA fold
With only a few months to go for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam, led by T.T.V. Dhinakaran, rejoined the National Democratic Alliance.
One killed in serial accident in Nelamangala
Supreme Court asks why there is no dedicated diversion of revenue surplus for developmental purposes, which would further the constitutional ideal of inclusivity through free medical care and education for the poor
GBA polls no less than assembly battle: Ram Madhav
Kochi Biennale: Trichy Family's Decade-Long Secret to Festival Success
A 35-member Trichy family has transformed the Kochi Muziris Biennale into their annual workplace for over a decade. Led by 70-year-old Ashokan, they meticulously manage the festival's housekeeping across all venues. This tradition not only provides crucial income but also serves as a unique family reunion, fostering a strong sense of unity and shared purpose.
3rd National Para Kabaddi tournament from January 23 at AMTZ
Volunteers From Nine States Help in Tiger Counting
Dr Hiremath said volunteers came for the tiger estimation in Telangana from several states, including as far away from Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and also from Chatthisgarh Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
Nepals election takes shape as parties file nominations
A former Prime Minister misses out, another braces for a tough contest; ministers and mayors quit to contest the March 5 polls
Pinnelli incident being politicised, says Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy
KEONICS agrees to replace 17 computers supplied to Karnataka Information Commission
CAQM submits long-term steps to curb air pollution; Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities to act
The measures include phasing out polluting vehicles from Delhi-NCR, fortifying the pollution-under-check regime, augmentation of rail transport and metro models, revised electric vehicle policy, etc.
Why are landless tribals and farmers protesting in Maharashtra? | The Hindu Explains
Thousands of farmers and tribals from areas like Vasai, and the tehsils of Palghar, including Charoti, Manor, Wada, Vikramgad, Talasari, and Mokhed, participated in the long march protest led by Communist Party of India (Marxist) from Charoti to Palghar Collector office covering about 60 km on foot. The protest started on January 19, 2026, and continued on January 20, 2026 at the Palghar Collector office, where the demonstrators will stay till all the demands are fulfilled. What are their demands?
Andhra MLA takes on role of gig worker to understand their problems
At Davos, Trump rules out force in Greenland
In his nearly 70-minute-long address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday (January 21, 2026) pushed for his bid to acquire Greenland. Seeking immediate negotiations on the matter, he asserted that U.S. control of Greenland would not be a threat to NATO.
Canada strongly opposes tariffs over Greenland: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
Opposition slams transfer of magistrate who ordered FIR against cops in Sambhal violence case
Sambhal CJM Vibhanshu Sudheer transferred to Sultanpur as Civil Judge (Senior Division) days after the FIR direction; politically motivated, says Congress; undermines judicial independence, say lawyers
Supreme Court tells States to frame policy on police media briefing in three months
The manual prepared by the amicus curiae upholds the integrity of investigations, noting that the police communicate to prevent harm, correct rumours, enlist public cooperation and maintain law and order
Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad hopes Siraj can tilt the balance against a depleted Mumbai
The pacer will be captaining the home team for the first time; the visiting side is missing Shardul, Shreyas, Suryakumar, Dube, Rahane and Kotian
Justices R. Suresh Kumar and A.D. Jagadish Chandira appoint retired Chief Justice N. Paul Vasanthakumar to monitor drawal of lots for allotment of those shops
Dhaka declared non-family station due to deteriorating security situation: Indian officials
This is a precautionary measure due to the threat of mob attacks against Indian missions, officials say, with tensions rising ahead of the February 12 election; will not hurt diplomatic, consular activities
TPCC chief calls for clean sweep in municipal polls in Nizamabad
Phone tapping enquiry is a staged drama of Congress and BRS: Kavitha
Thrown from fish tanks to wetlands, invasive turtle poses threat to waterbodiesin Coimbatore
L&T Vyoma breaks ground for 40 MW green, AI-ready data centre in Navi Mumbai
The Navi Mumbai facility is designed to support build-to-suit, enterprise and NeoCloud workloads, offering high-density computing for AI and mission-critical applications
SBI MF to take at least 10% of Adani Group's biggest rupee bond issue, bankers say
Adani Power is looking to raise 28.60 billion rupees through a two-year option and 26.90 billion rupees via a three-year note. SBI MF will buy 4.50 billion rupees and three billion rupees of these papers as the anchor investor, a banker said
M. K. Faizy re-elected national president of SDPI
CM inaugurates Connect to Work scheme to aid jobseekers
T.N. releases amended policy for repowering wind mills
Industry raises concerns about online sale of pesticides, demands strict regulation
Government mulls Trump Gaza board invitation, as leaders of Israel, UAE join
Sources say Arab leaders to be consulted at conference on January 30-31; Modi expected to travel to West Asia, Israel soon
Survivor in rape case against Mamkoottathil files objections to his bail plea
Indian start-ups can lead solutions to global challenges, says Vice President
Controversy erupts in U.P. over notice to religious leader over use of Shankaracharya title
The tug of war between the authorities and Mr. Saraswati started during the Magh Mela, an annual month-long religious fair in which devotees assemble at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, for a holy dip
Swelect Energy eyes battery storage to drive next growth phase
Kavin murder: HC seeks CCTV footage from NHAI
How BDA complexes fell out of favour and what the new redevelopment means
Many Bengalureans who grew up in the 1980s and early 1990s fondly recall visiting these complexes
Cabinet nod for 404-crore second phase of Chellanam seawall project
Funds for the project will be mobilised through the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board, while Kerala Irrigation Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited has been assigned as the special purpose vehicle to implement the project
