As we countdown to India's Union Budget which is expected in less than a month, we put the focus on the biggest tests for the government. In today's report, we look at India's fiscal deficit and whether the government will be able to balance growth and show prudence. Take a look to find out more.

Budget 2026: Can India Balance Growth & Fiscal Discipline?

Ivory Coast delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Burkina Faso in the AFCON Round of 16, with clinical finishing and solid defense propelling the hosts into the quarterfinals amid roaring home support and showcasing their title credentials through superior attacking play.


Ivory Coast Crushes Burkina Faso 3-0, Reaches AFCON Quarters 

European leaders from Germany, France, and Nordic nations rallied behind Denmark on January 7, 2026, asserting that any U.S. move to acquire Greenland would violate Danish sovereignty and fracture NATO, emphasizing Greenland's strategic role in the alliance's Arctic defense architecture.


Europe Rallies For Greenland, Warns NATO At Risk 

Talks in Paris between Israel and Syria will continue for a second day today. 


Israel-Syria: Talks Between Israel and Syria Set to Continue for 2nd Day in Paris 

A stunning exhibition in Hong Kong features authentic Mughal-era jewellery, showcasing intricate gold filigree, gemstone inlays, and enamelling techniques from the 16th-19th centuries that defined imperial India's opulence.

Heritage Sparkle: Mughal Jewels Shine in Hong Kong Showcase 

Clashes between government troops and Kurdish-led forces in northern Syria’s Aleppo killed at least nine people today, mostly civilians, in one of the worst flare-ups between the sides in months.

Syria Clashes: Nine Dead in Clashes Between Syria Govt, Kurdish Forces in Aleppo

In an exclusive WION interview, Cuba's Ambassador to India Juan Carlos Marsán Aguilera labeled President Trump a "dangerous person" whose administration views itself as the "owner of the world," treating Latin America as its "backyard" after the U.S. military operation capturing Nicolás Maduro, which he called a "criminal" and "terrorist act" violating UN Charter and international law.

"U.S. Sees Itself World Owner": Cuba's Aguilera Slams Trump

The US housing market crisis has intensified, with median home prices exceeding $420,000 and mortgage rates above 7%, creating an unprecedented affordability gap that bars millions of young Americans-particularly millennials and Gen Z-from buying homes despite strong employment.

U.S. Housing Crisis Locks Out Young Buyers

A mass ultra-Orthodox Jewish rally against military conscription turned deadly in Jerusalem on Tuesday, when a teenage boy was crushed and killed after a man driving a bus hit the crowd.

Jerusalem Protests: Bus Hits Ultra-Orthodox Protesters In Jerusalem; 18-Year-Old Boy Dies

Ukraine Rebuilding Depends On Security Guarantees, Says Germany’s Merz

France, UK and Ukraine Sign Multinational Force Declaration in Paris

Starmer Says Ukraine Peace Nearer, Britain to Help Monitor Ceasefire

Bangladesh Polls Feb: Bangladesh's 13th Jatiya Sangsad elections on February 12, 2026-first since Sheikh Hasina's ouster-will contest all 300 general seats plus 50 reserved women's seats the next day, alongside a July Charter referendum; the National Citizen Party (NCP), born from 2024 student uprising, nominated 44 candidates (just 3 women) amid 1,842 total valid aspirants after invalidating 723, while BNP eyes dominance without banned Awami League.


Bangladesh Polls Feb: NCP Fields Just 3 Women Candidates

China's Ministry of Commerce announced on January 6, 2026, an immediate ban on exporting all dual-use items-goods with civilian and military applications- to Japanese military end-users or any purposes enhancing Japan's capabilities, prompted by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks hinting at Taiwan intervention, which Beijing deems a violation of the one-China principle.


Japan-China Tensions: China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan Military

Chelsea have announced the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach on a 5½-year contract.


Chelsea Announce Liam Rosenior as New Head Coach on Long-Term Contract 

A Taiwanese F-16 fighter jet crashed off the island's eastern coast during a training mission. An emergency search is underway as the pilot is believed to have ejected safely over the sea.

Taiwanese F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training Off Eastern Coast, Pilot Missing

"I have a very good relationship with him. He's not that happy with me because you know they're paying a lot of tariffs now because they're not doing the oil," Trump said

US President Reiterates Good Relationship with India Leader

Iran's anti-government protests, sparked by economic collapse and currency crisis, have surged into at least 17 provinces and over 100 cities by January 6, 2026, with demonstrators chanting against Khamenei while security forces unleash tear gas, raid hospitals, and clash violently.

Iran Protests Spread Nationwide, Statues Torched Amid Tear Gas Clashes

Donald Trump accused Maduro of killing “millions of people” and alleged that Venezuela runs “a torture chamber in the middle of Caracas.”


US-Venezuela: Trump Accuses Venezuela's Maduro of Torture & Mass Killings

The UK and France signed a declaration of intent on January 6, 2026, to deploy troops and establish military hubs across Ukraine if a peace deal is reached, aiming to deter future Russian aggression through multinational forces on land, air, and sea

Russia-Ukraine War: UK, France Agree on Security for Ukraine

The DOJ disclosed on January 5, 2026, that only about 12,285 documents (0.6% of total) from the Epstein Files Transparency Act mandate have been released—totaling 125,575 pages—while over 2 million more remain in review and redaction by 400+ lawyers and FBI analysts, missing the December 19 deadline amid victim privacy concerns

Epstein Files Stalled: 99% Hidden, Millions Pending 

France, the UK and Ukraine have signed a declaration of intent on deploying a multinational force after any ceasefire with Russia. The move came at a Paris meeting of Ukraine’s allies, aimed at reinforcing Kyiv’s future security and unity against Moscow.

France, UK & Ukraine Sign Pact on Troop Deployment After Ukraine Ceasefire

After the Department of Justice stated on Christmas Eve that it needs a "few more weeks" to finish releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, officials revealed on Tuesday that there are more than 2 million documents "potentially responsive" to the Epstein Files Transparency Act that are in "various phases of review."

Epstein Files: DOJ Commits 400 Lawyers to Review Millions Documents Uncovered in Epstein Files

President Trump revealed plans for Venezuela to deliver 30-50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., framing it as part of post-operation stabilization amid Maduro's capture and ongoing Caracas tensions.

Trump: Venezuela to Ship 30-50M Barrels Oil to U.S.

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