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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered

A key issue facing the Fed rate-setting committee is how long it will remain on hold; they remain split between those officials opposed to further cuts until inflation comes down and those who want to lower rates to further support hiring

The Hindu 29 Jan 2026 3:34 am

Madeleine McCann prime suspect Christian Brueckner finally accepts council home

The development comes just days after politician held talks with locals at a protest event on Monday night, a day after the Sunday Mirror revealed Bru... Madeleine McCann prime suspect Christian Brueckner finally accepts council home

India Vision 29 Jan 2026 1:35 am

Missing Santena plane: Passenger jet with people on board 'vanishes from radar'

The aircraft disappeared from the flight radar on Wednesday with local officials setting up a crisis committee Missing Santena plane: Passenger jet with people on board 'vanishes from radar'

India Vision 29 Jan 2026 1:33 am

Missing Satena plane HK4709 LIVE as desperate search for 13 passengers continues

A total of 13 passengers and two crew are confirmed to have been on board an aircraft reported missing in Colombia - the Satena airline plane was due ... Missing Satena plane HK4709 LIVE as desperate search for 13 passengers continues

India Vision 29 Jan 2026 1:32 am

The new logic of the Chinese economy

It provides new opportunities for China-India cooperation

The Hindu 29 Jan 2026 1:04 am

Apple report drops iPhone 18 bombshell

Yahoo 29 Jan 2026 12:33 am

Europe urged to step up on defence as Trump upends ties

Mr. Trump rocked European allies this month by threatening to seize Greenland from NATO and EU member Denmark before eventually backing off

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 10:50 pm

Syrian leader meets Putin, Russia eyes deal on military bases

Mr. Putin has been working to build relations with Mr. Sharaa since, though Russias continued sheltering of Assad and his wife in Moscow remains a major obstacle to improving ties

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 10:06 pm

Trump threatens attack on Iran

It remains unclear what Mr. Trump will decide about using force against Iran

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 8:40 pm

Toxic manager driving you crazy? What UAE employees can and cant do

In the UAE, simply deeming your manager incompetent won't stand up in labour court. The law protects employees from harassment, discrimination, and abuse, not just poor leadership. If a manager's actions create a hostile environment or violate your rights, documentation and formal complaints to HR or MoHRE are crucial steps. Understanding this distinction is key to addressing workplace issues effectively.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 7:17 pm

Chanel to prison: South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee jailed for 20 months

Former South Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee received a 20-month prison sentence. The court found she accepted luxury gifts, including a Chanel bag and diamond necklace, for political influence. This conviction highlights South Korea's strict stance on corruption involving those near power. The case has sparked debate about accountability for political elites. Kim's lawyers are considering an appeal.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 6:42 pm

Britain's Starmer arrives in China as Western alliances face strain

Starmer will meet with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang on Thursday (January 29, 2026) before travelling to Shanghai on Friday (January 30, 2026) for talks with local executives.

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 5:22 pm

Doomsday clock is now 85 seconds to midnight

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 4:53 pm

Israel to hold funeral for last hostage recovered from Gaza

Gvili was among about 250 people abducted during the attack, which killed around 1,200 people, according to Israeli tallies

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 4:31 pm

TikTok outage makes Palestinian-owned Upscrolled app viral

TikTok users across the world faced disruptions on Sunday, January 25, leaving many without their usual doomscrolling fix. As frustration spread, a Palestinian-owned app, UpScrolled, began drawing attention as a possible alternative. Users reported a range of problems on TikTok, from being unable to log in and persistent lag to difficulties reposting videos and accessing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

UAE unveils regions first biometric payment system using face and palm scans

The UAE has launched the Middle East's first biometric payment system, enabling transactions via facial recognition or palm scans. This initiative, a proof-of-concept by the Central Bank of the UAE, aims to enhance convenience and security, positioning the nation as a leader in financial innovation and a digital-first economy.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 4:17 pm

Bitcoin for car insurance? Dubai becomes first to accept crypto for insurance premium

Dubai's DIFC now allows a regulated insurer to accept crypto for policies, a first in the UAE. This move integrates digital assets directly into insurance payments, enabling Bitcoin to cover SUV, apartment, or health insurance. The development leverages blockchain's efficiency and programmable nature, bypassing traditional fees and offering 24/7 transactions, aligning with the UAE's digital economy goals.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 3:05 pm

Tens of thousands flee northwest Pakistan over fears of military operation

Bara(Pakistan), Jan 28 : More than 70,000 people, mostly women and children, have fled a remote region in northwestern Pakistan bordering Afghanistan over uncertainty of a military operation against the Pakistani Taliban, residents and officials said Tuesday. Pakistans Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has denied the claim by residents and provincial authorities. He said no military operation was underway or planned in Tirah, a town in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Speaking at a news conference in Islamabad, he said harsh weather, [] The post Tens of thousands flee northwest Pakistan over fears of military operation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 28 Jan 2026 1:27 pm

Emirates flight EK35 diverts to Edinburgh due to mid-air emergency, storm conditions

Emirates flight EK35 from Dubai to Newcastle faced severe weather on January 27, 2026. Strong winds and poor visibility forced pilots to abort landing attempts. The Boeing 777-300ER then diverted to Edinburgh Airport. After a delay, the flight continued to Newcastle, ensuring passenger safety.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 1:16 pm

Rwanda files arbitration case against UK over cancelled asylum deal

Under the deal, agreed between the two countries before Mr. Starmer took office, Rwanda would have been paid to take in migrants who had illegally arrived in Britain

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 1:06 pm

Man wounded after exchanging gunfire with Border Patrol agents near U.S.-Mexico border

Agents followed the truck before Schlegel crashed and fled on foot, then allegedly threw rocks at a government helicopter before he was apprehended, the records show

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 1:05 pm

Dubai gold breaks the records: Prices shatter Dh630 ceiling in historic monthly surge

Dubai's gold prices hit an unprecedented Dh632 per gram on January 28, 2026, a nearly 20% surge in less than a month. This historic climb, mirroring global trends driven by geopolitical tensions and central bank buying, has seen other precious metals also rise significantly. Analysts debate if the rally will continue, with some predicting further gains.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 12:51 pm

Russia, India to hold joint naval drills in February, TASS reports

A frigate of the Russian Navy's Pacific Fleet would leave the port of Muscat in Oman to take part in the Milan-2026 exercise

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 12:41 pm

Watch | The Hindu Editorial | On Trump seeking Venezuelas oil without costs of occupation

Trumps strategy to keep pushing Caracas can only lead to a breaking point

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 12:14 pm

A street lined with gold? Dubais new district is turning heads worldwide

Dubai is set to unveil the world's first Gold Street within its new Gold District, a comprehensive hub for the entire gold and jewellery value chain. This initiative aims to solidify Dubai's position as a global leader in gold commerce, attracting traders, investors and tourists by integrating retail, wholesale and investment services.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 10:10 am

Man disrupts Ilhan Omar event in Minnesota, sprays her with liquid

Video showed a man surging toward the U.S. lawmaker at the lectern and spraying a stream of liquid at Ilhan Omar

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 10:02 am

Rubio says US ready to use force to ensure Venezuelas cooperation

Maduro had been indicted by the US Justice Department on charges that included narco-terrorism, and Rubio praised the operation as a law enforcement effort accomplished without the loss of a single life among American forces

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 9:51 am

US will work something out with South Korea on tariffs: Trump

Washington: US President Donald Trump has said that his administration will work something out with South Korea after he threatened earlier this week to raise reciprocal tariffs and other levies on the Asian ally. His remarks raised hopes for negotiations between Seoul and Washington to address their renewed trade tension as South Koreas Industry Minister Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jan 2026 9:42 am

OpenAI's Sam Altman tells employees 'ICE is going too far' after Minnesota killings

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees in an internal message that ICE is going too far with its immigration crackdown

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 9:02 am

Whats happening in Syrias Kurdish regions? | Explained

How was the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria or Rojava established? Why did the Shaara-Abdi agreement fall through? Why does Turkiye support the Syrian government forces? What has been the U.S.s position? What does the ceasefire agreement demand?

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 8:30 am

Texas Governor Abbott orders freeze on H-1B visas

Houston: Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas universities and state agencies on Tuesday, January 27, to halt new H-1B visa petitions, which are used by employers to hire foreign workers with specialised skills, until next year. The pause in the red state, which is home to tens of thousands of H-1B visa holders, comes amid actions Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jan 2026 8:27 am

Bangladesh, China to set up UAV production facility

The pact, inked between the Bangladesh Air Force and China Electronics Technology Group Corporation International includes technology transfer and capacity-building to enable independent UAV production in the future

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 7:55 am

'I was abducted at two days old 17 years later I was reunited with my family thanks to a selfie'

Miche Zephany Sheldon felt strangely connected a new girl in school when she was 17 and had no idea that this was just the beginning of a whole new wo... 'I was abducted at two days old 17 years later I was reunited with my family thanks to a selfie'

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 7:33 am

Tourist killed by shark on last day of holiday uttered seven horrifying final words

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT A 68-year-old Austrian woman was killed in a shark attack while swimming at Sahl Hasheesh resort in Egypt's Red Sea Tourist killed by shark on last day of holiday uttered seven horrifying final words

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 7:32 am

Texas halts new H-1B visas at public universities and state agencies

The pause applies to agencies controlled by gubernatorial appointees and allows limited exceptions with state approval

The Hindu Businessline 28 Jan 2026 7:03 am

Benficas Jose to kill Real with love, says Madrid boss like his child

Fiery-tempered and fierce-tongued Jose Mourinho softens his tone as former club Real Madrid face crunch game in Benfica. Benficas Jose to kill Real with love, says Madrid boss like his child

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 6:35 am

Rwanda sues UK over scrapped asylum seeker deal

Rwanda began the inter-state arbitration proceedings under the asylum partnership agreement in November. Rwanda sues UK over scrapped asylum seeker deal

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 6:34 am

Mexico vows solidarity with Cuba after oil shipment cancellation reports

The president says Mexico's decision 'to sell or give oil to Cuba for humanitarian reasons' was a 'sovereign' one. Mexico vows solidarity with Cuba after oil shipment cancellation reports

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 6:33 am

Trump says US will end support for Iraq if al-Maliki reinstated as PM

Al-Maliki has been nominated by the largest Shia bloc in parliament as its candidate for PM. Trump says US will end support for Iraq if al-Maliki reinstated as PM

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 6:32 am

The stories of the final hostages whose bodies were returned from Gaza

Israel recovered the body of Rani Gvili, the final hostage left in Gaza after the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, attack. The stories of the final hostages whose bodies were returned from Gaza

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 5:34 am

Facing U.S. turmoil, Europe and India announce blockbuster trade deal

The accord, among two of the worlds largest economies, would create a free trade zone of 2 billion people, as President Trump upends U.S. alliances an... Facing U.S. turmoil, Europe and India announce blockbuster trade deal

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 5:33 am

What to know about the deadly Nipah virus, amid outbreak in India

Some airports in Asia are on alert after confirmed cases in West Bengal of Nipah virus, which has no known cure. South Asia sees outbreaks nearly ever... What to know about the deadly Nipah virus, amid outbreak in India

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 5:32 am

Remembering the Holocaust: You are here because you choose hope over hate

The Holocaust is a warning, that hatred can consume everything a message that feels more urgent than ever, the UN chief said on Tuesday, as antisemiti... Remembering the Holocaust: You are here because you choose hope over hate

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 4:33 am

Independent experts alarmed by child rights violations in US immigration procedures

UN-appointed independent human rights experts have raised alarm over violations of childrens rights during US immigration procedures, nearly a year af... Independent experts alarmed by child rights violations in US immigration procedures

India Vision 28 Jan 2026 4:32 am

Nine Nigerian troops killed, several missing in jihadist ambush

Eight soldiers managed to return to base while the rest remain missing, including their commander with the rank of a major, the officer said

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 3:42 am

U.S. says its taking first steps to possibly reopen embassy in Venezuela after Maduros ouster

We are writing to notify the committee of the Department of States intent to implement a phased approach to potentially resume Embassy Caracas operations, the department said

The Hindu 28 Jan 2026 2:59 am

Why divers in Chile are putting wine bottles under the ocean in locked cages

Divers in Chile are aging wine underwater. Bottles are placed in cages on the seabed. The ocean's cold, dark, and pressurized environment offers stable conditions for wine maturation. This method uses the ocean as a natural cellar. Early results show subtle changes in wine texture and balance. This innovative approach minimizes energy use and environmental impact.

The Times of India 28 Jan 2026 12:59 am

Hamas seeks role for its police in Gaza ahead of disarmament talks, sources say

Hamas retains control of just under half of Gaza following an October ceasefire deal brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump

The Hindu 27 Jan 2026 10:08 pm