President Donald Trump signed the charter for his new Board of Peace at a Davos ceremony on January 22, 2026, showcasing the initiative originally tied to Gaza reconstruction but now expanded to global disputes, with permanent membership requiring a $1 billion contribution.


Gaza Peace Board Unveiled: Trump Touts Global Action Force

 In a significant enforcement operation targeting wildlife trafficking and biosecurity risks, Indonesian authorities have intercepted and detained more than 7,300 birds being illegally transported into Bali. The seizure was conducted on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the Padangbai ferry port by a joint task force including the National Quarantine Agency (Barantin), the Indonesian Navy, natural resources conservation officials, and port police.

Major Biosecurity Operation in Bali Seizes Thousands of Illegally Trafficked Birds

Japan's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, the world's largest nuclear power plant, halted its No. 6 reactor just one day after restarting on January 21, 2026, due to an alarm during control rod extraction, marking another snag in the post-Fukushima restart efforts.



Japan Halts World's Largest Nuclear Plant After 1-Day Run

Adar Poonawalla, the CEO of the Serum Institute of India and chairman of the Poonawalla Fincorp, has expressed interest in buying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).


Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla Wants to Buy RCB

European leaders expressed relief at de-escalation after Trump's prior demands strained NATO ties, with Rutte assuring non-Arctic allies' involvement without diverting Ukraine aid. The shift follows weeks of tension over US ownership claims, now framed as cooperative bases akin to UK sites in Cyprus.



U.S.-Greenland: Trump Softens on Greenland Grab

Despite the President's busy schedule, photos of the President's hand at Davos, with massive bruises on it, sparked health concerns. As Trump spoke to world leaders, and photos of the events started pouring in, social media noticed that Trump had a huge bruise on his left hand.

Trump Health Questions Resurface After Davos; Bruised Hands Seen During Davos Appearance 

Britain and China will aim to revive a "golden era" business dialogue when Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing next week, three sources familiar with the initiative said, with top company executives from both sides invited to participate.

UK, China to Revive 'Golden Era Business' | London Seeks to Reset Ties with Beijing

India's 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2026, will feature a historic 'Sindoor' fighter formation in the IAF flypast, honoring Operation Sindoor's precision strikes on Pakistan-based terror targets following the Pahalgam attack.


Republic Day 2026: 'Operation Sindoor To Take Center Stage at The Parade |

President Donald Trump claimed that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are open to ending the Ukraine war, expressing optimism for a breakthrough deal amid Davos diplomacy and envoy talks.


Russia-Ukraine War: Trump Hails Putin-Zelensky Willingness for Ceasefire 

President Donald Trump announced the United States' bid to host the World Expo 2035 in Miami, Florida, appointing Secretary of State Marco Rubio to lead the effort.


Trump Launches U.S. Bid for World Expo 2035 in Miami

Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bombers conducted a scheduled patrol over neutral waters of the Baltic Sea on January 22-23, 2026, escorted by Su-35S and Su-30SM fighters amid ongoing Ukraine peace talks with U.S. envoys.


Russian Bombers Patrol Baltic Sea Amid Putin-U.S. Talks

Venezuelan health workers are protesting the detention of colleagues amid a broader crackdown following Nicolás Maduro's capture by U.S. forces three weeks ago.


Venezuela Health Workers Rally Against Maduro Ally Detentions

Russian President Vladimir Putin held late-night talks in Moscow with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on January 22, 2026, focusing on a potential Ukraine peace plan amid reports of significant progress.



Putin Hosts Late-Night Ukraine Talks with Witkoff, Kushner

The Director of the Davos Tech Summit spoke exclusively to WION, highlighting how robot showcases and emerging technologies are shaping conversations on innovation, automation, and the future of tech at the global summit.


Davos 2026: Davos Tech Summit Director Speaks to WION on Robots and Future Technology

At World Economic Forum 2026, discussions on Carbon Market 2.0 highlighted India as one of the world’s largest emerging carbon markets. The focus included sustainable growth, Kerala’s proposed state carbon bank, and the significant employment opportunities expected to be generated in the climate sector.


Davos 2026: Carbon Market 2.0 Positions India as a Global Climate Leader 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized European nations for avoiding action against Russia in his latest address. He stressed that immediate and united steps are essential to counter Putin’s aggression and maintain regional security.

Zelensky Slams Europe for Inaction Against Putin, Calls for Immediate Action

It is a bitter winter on the Ukrainian battlefront as strikes continue across the south of Russia. A Ukrainian drone strike has set oil terminal tanks on fire at volna, Russian authorities claiming three dead and eight injured. As fighting continues on the ground, diplomatic efforts are also underway with US, Russia and Ukraine set meet for a two day trilateral in uae over the weekend.

Ukraine Faces Russia's Bitter Winter Assault as Trump Meets Zelensky at Davos

Davos 2026: Key Moments Of World Economic Forum 2026

India made a strong impression at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, sending its largest-ever delegation including Union ministers, chief ministers, and over 100 top CEOs to showcase economic strength and investment opportunities. 


Davos 2026: WION Speaks To IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 

Uznański‑Wiśniewski underlined growing global space cooperation, recalling his time alongside Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on the Axiom-4 mission. The discussion featured insights from European Space Policy Institute Director H. Ludwig Moeller, Hungary’s space policy lead Mark Sokolowski, and former Polish Space Agency President Grzegorz Wrochna, showcasing Europe–India collaboration in human spaceflight.


Davos 2026: Polish and Indian Astronauts Shared Axiom-4 Space Mission

US President Donald Trump led the signing of the Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum, calling it a moment “long in the making.” Trump also addressed ongoing tensions in Gaza, noting there are “little fires to put out,” as he emphasised global cooperation and conflict resolution.


Davos 2026: Trump Leads Signing Of Charter Of 'Board Of Peace' In WEF 

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke at Davos 2026 on January 22, expressing support for negotiations between Denmark, Greenland, and the US following President Trump's announcement of a Greenland framework deal that suspended tariff threats on European NATO allies. 


Merz at Davos: Germany Backs Denmark-U.S.-Greenland Talks

Trump announced a "framework of a future deal" on Greenland during Davos 2026 on January 21, following his meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, easing prior threats of tariffs on European nations and military action. 


Trump Hails NATO Framework on Greenland, Drops Tariff Threats 

Maharashtra became the first Indian state to pursue small modular reactors (SMRs), with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announcing MoUs signed at Davos 2026 with an Indian government firm and a Russian company to meet surging electricity demands from data centers and industry. 


Davos 2026: Maharashtra First Indian State for Small Modular Reactors 

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