India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted raids at nine properties across Delhi and Goa as part of its investigation into the deadly Goa nightclub fire.


Goa Nightclub Fire: ED Conducts Raids In Goa Nightclub Fire Probe, Searches 9 Properties | WION

India marked its 77th Republic Day in New Delhi with ceremonial celebrations at Kartavya Path, where President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the national flag. The event signalled the start of Republic Day proceedings, including the grand parade showcasing India’s military strength, cultural diversity and democratic traditions. The day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution on 26 January 1950.


Republic Day 2026: President Murmu Unfurls National Flag At Kartavya Path | 77th Republic Day | WION

A sad-faced plush horse has unexpectedly become a Lunar New Year shopping sensation, striking an emotional chord with customers. The toy’s droopy expression and melancholy look have gone viral, with shoppers saying they find comfort and humour in its unusual appearance. Retailers report strong demand as the plush horse turns into an unlikely festive hit during Lunar New Year celebrations.


China: Sad Plush Horse Becomes Lunar New Year Hit, Wins Hearts Of Shoppers | WION

On Republic Day 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi, where he signed the visitors’ book to pay tribute to India’s fallen soldiers.


Republic Day 2026: PM Modi Pays Respects At National War Memorial On 77th Republic Day | WION

On Republic Day 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the National War Memorial in New Delhi, where he signed the visitors’ book.


Republic Day 2026: PM Modi Visits War Memorial With Defence Minister Rajnath Singh | WION

Gold has hit yet another high, topping $5,000 an ounce for the first time ever, as investors rush into safe-haven assets amid global geopolitical tensions and market volatility. The precious metals rally is also lifting silver and platinum, with investors seeking stability amid uncertainty and expectations of potential monetary policy shifts.


Gold Hits $5,000 an Ounce for the First Time | World Business Watch

The White House says tariffs will bring manufacturing jobs back to the United States. But the latest data tells a different story. After a brief early-year bump, factory employment has turned negative, with tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs lost since Trump’s Liberation Day in April last year. This raises fresh questions about whether trade protection can really revive American manufacturing.


Trump Tariffs: US Manufacturing Jobs Down 72,000 Since April Tariffs | World Business Watch

As India’s Union Budget draws closer, many non-resident Indians are watching closely, not for big announcements, but for small rule changes that affect everyday decisions.


What NRIs Expect From Budget 2026 | World Business Watch

In a remarkable medical milestone, a heart transplant patient in India has survived for 25 years on a donor heart, marking the longest heart transplant survival recorded in the country. 


India’s Longest Heart Transplant Survivor Lives 25 Years On Donor Heart | WION

Myanmar’s election has concluded amid an ongoing civil war, with early indications pointing to a sweeping victory for a military-backed party. 


Myanmar Election Ends Amid Ongoing War, Military-Backed Party Set To Win Big | WION

Another Hindu man has been killed in Bangladesh, raising fresh concerns over minority safety. Police say 23-year-old Chanchal Bhowmik was burnt alive in Narsingdi, near Dhaka.


Bangladesh: Another Hindu Man Killed In Bangladesh, 23-Year-Old Burnt Alive In Narsingdi | WION

A court in Pakistan has sentenced a human rights activist to 17 years in prison over social media posts deemed “anti-state”, drawing sharp criticism from rights groups. 


Pakistan: Pakistan Jails Human Rights Activist For 17 Years Over ‘Anti-State’ Posts | WION

India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day on 26 January, marking the adoption of the Constitution in 1950. The annual Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi showcases India’s military strength, cultural diversity and democratic heritage. The day commemorates India’s journey as a sovereign republic and remains a key moment in the country’s national calendar.


Republic Day 2026: India Celebrates 77th Republic Day | WION

A deadly winter storm has swept across the U.S., bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Ohio Valley to New England. Arctic cold grips much of the country east of the Rockies, causing widespread travel disruptions, canceled flights, and straining energy supplies as winter storm warnings cover over 118 million people.


US snow storm: Power outages, travel chaos as winter storm sweeps across US 

The United States has described the latest Ukraine–Russia talks as a “big step” towards ending the war, signalling cautious optimism around renewed diplomatic efforts. However, the Kremlin has said any agreement to end the conflict would require Ukraine to withdraw from the Donbas region, a condition Kyiv has consistently rejected. 


Russia-Ukraine War: US Calls Ukraine–Russia Talks A Big Step As Kremlin Sets Donbas Condition | WION

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly taken refuge in a fortified underground bunker in Tehran amid escalating tensions with the United States, according to media reports. 


US-Iran Tensions: Iran On War Alert As Khamenei Reportedly Shelters In Bunker Amid US Strike Fears

Anti-asylum protests have erupted across parts of the UK after the government moved to convert a former military camp into accommodation for asylum seekers. 


UK: Anti-Asylum Protests Erupt In UK After Former Military Camp Reused as Asylum Accommodation

US Snow Storm: Arctic Blast Freezes Much Of America, Flights Canceled As Storm Spreads

Claims of a mysterious “sonic weapon” used during a Trump-era operation in Caracas have stunned observers. Eyewitnesses describe Venezuelan and Cuban forces bleeding, vomiting, and collapsing as experts reveal what the weapon may actually have been.


Mystery Weapon That Brought Nicolas Maduro’s Guards to Their Knees

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with discussions focusing on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, Netanyahu’s office said.


Isreal-Gaza War: Israeli PM Meets US Envoys As Talks Focus On Next Phase Of Gaza Ceasefire

A gas leak triggered an explosion and fire at a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx area of New York City, killing one person and injuring at least a dozen others. Firefighters were responding to reports of a gas leak when the blast occurred, forcing residents to evacuate in freezing conditions.


New York Fire: Explosion Sparks Deadly Fire At New York City Apartment Building | WION 

US climber Alex Honnold completed a ropeless “free solo” ascent of Taipei 101, Taiwan’s tallest building, watched by thousands of spectators.


Taiwan: US Climber Alex Honnold Free Solos Taiwan’s Tallest Building Taipei 101 | WION 

Kilauea volcano erupted again in Hawaii, sending lava and smoke hundreds of metres into the air.


Hawaii: Lava And Smoke Spew As Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again

US President Donald Trump’s envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night.

The meeting reportedly focused on both the Gaza issue and Iran.

Gaza Peace Plan: Witkoff & Kushner Discuss Gaza Ceasefire with PM Netanyahu

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