NASA Crew-11 Makes Early ISS Return Due to Medical Issue


Iran FM Denies Imminent Executions After Protests, Claims Calm Restored


Iran Closes Airspace Amid Protests, Trump Weighs Possible Intervention

Denmark, US Lawmakers Clash Over Greenland as Talks Continue


A tragic fire in Himachal Pradesh has claimed six lives after engulfing a residential house. Authorities are investigating the cause, while rescue teams continue to manage the aftermath. 


Himachal Pradesh Fire: 6 Dead in Fire at House in Himachal Pradesh

India is closely watching the unrest in Iran, not just as a regional crisis but as a strategic test with direct consequences for its connectivity projects, energy security and foreign policy. From trade routes to diplomatic balancing, developments in Iran could shape India’s role across West Asia and beyond.


Iran-US Tensions: Why Iran Matters to India’s Strategic Interests

A proposed billionaire tax in California is sending shockwaves through Silicon Valley and reigniting fears of a wealth exodus from the United States’ largest state economy. The plan would impose a one time levy on the accumulated assets of billionaires, becoming a flashpoint for business leaders already concerned about high taxes, strict regulation and rising living costs.


California’s Proposed Billionaire Tax Sparks Silicon Valley Backlash

The World Bank has warned that a quarter of developing countries are now poorer than they were before the Covid pandemic. Many low income nations, especially in sub Saharan Africa, have endured a prolonged economic shock over the past six years, raising fresh concerns about stalled development and widening global inequality.


World Bank Sounds Alarm on Global Poverty and Slowing Growth | WION

As Greenland returns to the centre of global geopolitics, this report looks at Donald Trump’s renewed interest in the world’s largest island, the historical attempts to control it, and why its ice, minerals and strategic location matter more than ever. From Cold War calculations to today’s rivalry over the Arctic, Greenland has become a key prize in the struggle for global influence.


US-Greenland Takeover: From Truman to Trump | Why Greenland Is Back in Global Focus 

The United States has announced a 25 percent tariff on certain advanced artificial intelligence computer chips, in a major move that could reshape global technology trade. US officials say the measure is aimed at protecting national security and encouraging domestic chip production, but it is expected to have wide-ranging effects on the global semiconductor industry.


Trump Tariffs: US Slaps 25 Percent Tariff on Advanced AI Chips

As we countdown to India's union budget on February 1st, we put the spotlight on the big. Yes, we are talking about taxes, more specifically, taxes linked to market returns. Take a look at this next report to find out more. 

India Budget 2026: Taxes on Market Returns

Trump has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, raising eyebrows internationally. In a separate statement, he praised U.S. ties with Denmark, highlighting strategic and diplomatic relations.


Trump Eyes Greenland Takeover, Praises Strong Denmark Ties

Kerala shows how tourism can grow without losing its soul. From eco-trails and heritage homes to Ayurveda and community-first models, God’s Own Country is building a future-ready tourism economy rooted in balance, wellbeing, and sustainability. Join WION and Kerala at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.

Kerala at Davos 2026 | Building a Future-Ready Tourism Economy

Global oil prices are swinging sharply as geopolitical tensions flare across key crude-producing regions, fuelling fears of a fresh oil price shock. Analysts warn the volatility could push up inflation, rattle financial markets and limit the scope for interest rate cuts, adding new pressure to the global economy.


Oil Shock Fears Grip Global Markets as Geopolitical Tensions Rise 

US President Donald Trump has said the killing of Iranian protesters has stopped. The president also said the Iranians have made no plans to conduct executions. Trump's comments come as pressure continues to mount on Iran's authoritarian regime from its citizens. Reports have emerged suggesting that the US may strike Iran as it removes some personnel from the region. Reuters has reported "signals" of a US attack are clear amid threats that Trump will intervene. Reports out of Iran claim over 2,000 protesters were killed during the demonstrations.

US President Holds Off on Another Attack Amid Rising Tensions

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok is under fire after users reported the generation of explicit and sexualised images, triggering a major online backlash. Musk has defended the AI, arguing that responsibility lies with how users prompt the system rather than the technology itself. The controversy has also drawn a reaction from Musk’s former partner, who described the images as disturbing, intensifying debate over AI safety, content controls and corporate accountability.

Grok Faces Sexual Image Scandal As Musk Defends AI And Shifts Blame To Users

The United States says the Gaza truce plan is now moving into its second phase as diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire gain momentum. Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has confirmed progress in talks, raising hopes of further de-escalation, humanitarian access and steps toward a longer-term settlement. The development comes amid continued international pressure to stabilise the conflict and prevent a return to large-scale fighting.


Israel-Gaza War: US Says Gaza Truce Plan Enters Phase Two As Trump Envoy Confirms Progress

U.S. President Donald Trump said he held a “long call” with Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez, describing their conversation as positive and calling her “a terrific person” in remarks from the White House. The call, the first known contact between the two leaders since Nicolás Maduro’s ouster, covered a wide range of topics including oil, minerals, trade and security, signalling a potential shift in U.S-Venezuela relations after weeks of tension and military action earlier this month. Both sides portrayed the dialogue as constructive amid ongoing diplomatic and political developments in the region.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump Calls Venezuela Interim President A Terrific Person After Phone Call

US President Donald Trump has said the killing of Iranian protesters has stopped. The president also said the Iranians have made no plans to conduct executions. Trump's comments come as pressure continues to mount on Iran's authoritarian regime from its citizens. Reports have emerged suggesting that the US may strike Iran as it removes some personnel from the region. Reuters has reported "signals" of a US attack are clear amid threats that Trump will intervene. Reports out of Iran claim over 2,000 protesters were killed during the demonstrations.


US-Iran Tensions: US President Indicates He Will Hold off Another Attack for Now 

Global oil markets are on edge as fears of a possible supply shock grip investors amid rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran and Venezuela. Analysts report that oil prices have climbed to multi-week highs as traders price in risks to crude exports from Iran, where unrest and uncertainty could disrupt output, and uncertainty around Venezuelan supply despite resumed exports. Market watchers warn that escalating geopolitical instability could keep oil prices volatile and heighten concerns about inflation and economic growth worldwide.


Oil Shock Fears Grip Global Markets As Iran And Venezuela Tensions Raise Supply Concerns

Chinese authorities have told domestic companies to stop using cybersecurity software made by roughly a dozen firms from the US and Israel due to national security concerns, two people briefed on the matter said.

Chinese Companies Ordered to Stop Using Select Foreign Software

Sri Lanka’s cabinet has postponed the implementation of Grade 6 education reforms to 2027 after controversy erupted over an adult website link appearing in a school textbook. The incident has triggered widespread concern among parents and educators over student safety and curriculum oversight. The delay has also intensified debate over the direction and credibility of Sri Lanka’s education reforms.


Sri Lanka Delays Grade 6 Reforms After Adult Website Link Found In Textbook

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Delhi as a cold wave tightens its grip over the national capital and surrounding areas including Noida and Gurugram. Temperatures are expected to remain well below normal, with Gurugram forecast to drop close to 1 degree Celsius in the early hours. Dense fog and chilly winds are disrupting daily life as winter conditions intensify across the region.

India: Cold Wave Grips Delhi Noida And Gurugram As IMD Issues Yellow Alert

Voting in 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra began on Thursday (January 15, 2026) morning with spotlight on Mumbai, where the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is locked in an intense battle with the reunited Thackeray cousins for control of India’s largest and richest civic body.

Maharashtra: Voting Underway in 29 Civic Bodies | Mumbai Police Tighten Security Ahead of BMC Polls 

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