India is making a strong business pitch at the World Economic Forum in Davos, sending its largest ever delegation with central leaders and representatives from ten Indian states wooing global investors amid a shifting global economic landscape.


Davos 2026: Kerala At Global Stage | World Economic Forum 2026

Guatemala has declared a nationwide 30-day state of emergency after gangs killed eight police officers and took hostages inside a prison, triggering a major security crisis. President Bernardo Arévalo announced the emergency measures as authorities moved to regain control and prevent further violence.

Guatemala Declares Emergency After Gangs Kill 8 Police Officers

Davos 2026: Team WION At World Economic Forum In Davos To Bring Latest Insights

Ukraine and the United States have held talks focused on possible paths to peace, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saying Washington has been fully briefed on the latest battlefield developments.


Ukraine–US Peace Talks: Zelensky Says Washington Briefed On Battlefield Developments 

Israeli settlers have set fire to a Bedouin village in the occupied West Bank, torching homes and property in what Palestinian residents described as a coordinated overnight attack. Videos and eyewitness accounts showed buildings engulfed in flames as families fled the area amid rising tensions.

Israel-Gaza War: Israeli Settlers Torch Bedouin Village In West Bank Rampage

A high-speed passenger train derailed and slammed into another train in southern Spain, killing at least 21 people, according to police sources. The collision occurred near Adamuz in Andalusia, sending one train off the tracks and down an embankment.

Emergency officials said 75 passengers were taken to hospital, with 15 in critical condition. Andalusia’s regional leader Juanma Moreno warned the death toll could climb as rescue teams work through twisted wreckage. Authorities said the cause of the crash has not yet been determined.

Deadly Train Crash In Southern Spain Leaves At Least 21 Killed | WION 

US forces have withdrawn from the Ain al-Asad air base, handing full control to Iraqi security forces, Iraqi officials confirmed. The base, located in western Iraq, has been a central hub for US and coalition operations during the fight against the Islamic State group.


US Forces Exit Key Iraqi Air Base As Baghdad Takes Full Control

Protests in support of demonstrators inside Iran have spread to major cities around the world as anger mounts over the violent crackdown on anti-government protests.


Iran Protest: Cities Rally As Iran Govt Faces Worldwide Protests | WION 

President Trump is threatening new tariffs on several European countries as part of his ongoing push to acquire Greenland, sparking concern in Europe and at home. The U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to rule on one of Trump’s most controversial economic policies, his sweeping tariff strategy. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says it’s very unlikely the justices will strike it down, but the decision could have far-reaching effects on global trade and the U.S. economy.


Supreme Court Set to Review Tariff Policy Amid New Tariff Threats | World Business Watch

Oil prices are swinging between geopolitics and fundamentals. Crude briefly surged to multi-month highs on fears of possible U.S. strikes on Iran, before retreating as concerns over a global supply glut resurfaced.


Oil Caught Between Conflict & Excess Supply | World Business Watch

India is making a strong business pitch at the World Economic Forum in Davos, sending its largest ever delegation with central leaders and representatives from ten Indian states wooing global investors amid a shifting global economic landscape.

India Sends Largest Delegation to WEF Davos 2026 | World Business Watch

US President Donald Trump has said he will impose new tariffs on Denmark and seven other European countries unless they agree to a deal allowing the United States to buy Greenland.

Trump said 10 percent tariffs would come into force immediately and rise to 25 percent on June 1 if negotiations fail. The move has triggered sharp backlash from European allies, raising concerns of a fresh transatlantic trade conflict over sovereignty and security in the Arctic.

US-Greenland Standoff: Trump Threatens Tariffs On Europe To Force Dea

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting begins today in Davos-Klosters, with more than 3,000 leaders from over 130 countries gathering for five days of high-level discussions.

Davos 2026 To Begin, As 3,000 Global Leaders Set To Gather For World Economic Forum

From climate-resilient farming to food innovation and future skills.
Kerala is building sustainable agriculture value chains and a global-ready workforce.

World Economic Forum 2026: Kerala's Sustainable Agriculture Potential at Davos 2026 

US President Donald Trump has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join  Gaza “Board of Peace”, an international body aimed at overseeing reconstruction and transitional governance in the Palestinian territory.


Israel-Gaza War: Trump Invites PM Modi To Join Gaza ‘Board Of Peace'

Ukraine’s military intelligence has warned that Russia is considering strike options against substations supplying Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, raising fears of a dangerous escalation in the war.

The assessment was issued by the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine, which said such attacks could disrupt power supplies critical for nuclear safety. Targeting substations linked to nuclear facilities could significantly increase risks for both Ukraine and neighbouring countries, amid continued Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Intelligence Warns Russia May Target Nuclear Power Plant Substations

At least 21 people have been killed after a high-speed train derailed and collided with another oncoming train in southern Spain, police sources said. The crash occurred near Adamuz in Cordoba, about 360 kilometres south of Madrid.

Authorities said around 75 people were hospitalised, with 15 in serious condition. The head of Andalusia’s regional government, Juanma Moreno, warned the death toll could rise as rescue teams continue operations. The cause of the crash remains unknown, according to Spain’s transport minister.

Spain Train Collision Kills At Least 21 After High-Speed Crash In Cordoba

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting begins in Davos-Klosters from January 19 to 23, bringing together over 3,000 leaders from more than 130 countries for five days of high-stakes global discussions.

US President Donald Trump is set to address the forum on Wednesday, placing the USA House firmly in the spotlight. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will speak earlier in the week.


Davos 2026: Trump, Zelenskyy In Focus As 3,000 Global Leaders Gather For WEF

Tensions are rising in Minnesota’s Twin Cities as protests continue over federal immigration raids and the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, prompting the Pentagon to place about 1,500 active-duty U.S. Army soldiers on standby for possible deployment. Officials say troops from the Army’s 11th Airborne Division could be mobilised if Donald Trump invokes the Insurrection Act to support civil authorities amid escalating clashes. Local leaders and residents have sharply condemned the operations and potential military involvement, while legal challenges mount against federal tactics.

US Immigration: Troops On Standby As Protests Grow In Minnesota Over Immigration Raids

At least 18 people have been killed as devastating forest fires continue to rip through southern Chile, forcing more than 50,000 residents to flee their homes. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of emergency in two regions and imposed a night-time curfew in the worst-hit areas.

Authorities say around two dozen active fires remain out of control, warning the death toll is likely to rise as firefighters battle extreme conditions and rapidly spreading flames.

Chile Wildfires Kill At Least 18 As State Of Emergency Is Declared 

France has issued a sharp warning to the United States, cautioning the Donald Trump administration against any military move involving Greenland. In an interview with the Financial Times, French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said such an action would cross a red line, threaten EU–US relations, and create a “totally new world.” The warning comes as NATO allies including Denmark, Germany, and Norway bolster defenses in Greenland amid rising tensions. This video explains why Greenland matters strategically, how Europe is responding, and what this means for transatlantic relations.

France's Future In NATO Under Scanner As Greenland Crisis Fuels Divisions Within

China is racing to weaponize quantum technology, developing advanced systems that could revolutionize modern warfare. From unhackable communication networks to radar capable of detecting stealth aircraft, the PLA reportedly has more than 10 quantum-based weapons in development. Explore what quantum technology is, how it works, and why it could give China a major military advantage in the future of conflict.

China's Dangerous New Quantum Weapons Revealed

The 17th edition of the trilateral maritime exercise DOSTI-17 has officially begun in the Maldives, bringing together the coast guards of India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Inaugurated in Malé on January 17, the exercise aims to enhance maritime cooperation, coordination, and security in the Indian Ocean region. Senior defence officials and diplomats attended the ceremony, underscoring growing regional collaboration.

Trilateral Maritime Exercise DOSTI-17 Officially Commences In Maldives

Kerala invites global investors to explore opportunities at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.

Kerala believes in balancing nature, people and industry, becoming India's first state with a formal ESG policy.

Invest in Kerala, invest in the future.

India at Davos 2026: Kerala Delegation Gains Momentum

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