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The death toll from a fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza has risen to 14 after rescue teams found 8 more bodies in the rubble. The blaze, which erupted in the multi-floor market in Pakistan initially killed 6 from suffocation. The building was severely damaged, with partial collapses, and rescue teams continue searching for any trapped […]
Around 125 people fell ill due to suspected food poisoning at a pre-wedding “haldi” ceremony in Kalyan town, Thane district. Guests experienced nausea and vomiting after the meal and were treated at nearby hospitals. Authorities are investigating, and the Ahmedabad-based caterer has been called for questioning. Food samples have been sent for testing.
A low-intensity earthquake of magnitude 2.8 struck Delhi this morning. The National Center for Seismology reported that the tremors were felt across parts of the city. The epicenter was in North Delhi at a shallow depth of 5 km. NCS shared details: M 2.8, Date: 19/01/2026, Latitude: 28.86°N, Longitude: 77.06°E, Depth: 5 km, Location: North […]
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy inaugurated a new pylon and offered prayers at the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Temple before departing for Davos to attend the World Economic Forum. He will promote TG as a global investment hub, highlighting opportunities in IT, AI, life sciences, manufacturing, and the Rising Telangana 2047 vision, accompanied by senior officials.
Donald Trump invited PM Modi to join the proposed Gaza “Board of Peace,” aimed at guiding post-war reconstruction and governance. Announced January 15 under Trump’s 20-point plan and backed by UN Resolution 2803, the board will oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian aid, infrastructure rebuilding, and a technocratic Palestinian administration in Gaza.
Under directives from Ras Al Khaimah’s ruler, the Saqr Humanitarian Ship is being loaded at RAK Port with aid for Gaza, including food, medical supplies, shelter materials, and relief packages. Part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, the initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting affected civilians, particularly children, women, and the elderly in Gaza.
At least 18 people died and hundreds of homes were destroyed as wildfires swept Chile amid a heatwave. President Boric declared a state of catastrophe in Biobio and Nuble regions, enabling military aid. Fires have burned 8,500 hectares, forced 50,000 evacuations, and local officials criticized slow government response despite federal resources being available.
A high-speed train derailed near Adamuz, Andalusia, Spain, colliding with an oncoming train and killing 21, injuring over 70. 100’s of passengers were trapped in twisted carriages, complicating rescue efforts. Authorities warned the death toll may rise. Transport Minister Oscar Puente called the accident “extremely strange,” as the first train was nearly new.
3 avalanches in Austria killed 8 skiers, authorities reported. A woman died in Bad Hofgastein, while 4 more were killed and 2 injured in Gastein Valley. In Pusterwald, 3 Czech skiers perished, with 4 companions rescued. Officials warned the tragedy highlights the severe avalanche risk despite repeated alerts, urging caution on the slopes.
NATO’s future is at risk due to Trump’s tariff threat against allies supporting Denmark over Greenland, Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said in Norway. He warned the global order was at stake, citing strong European backing for Denmark and stressing Europe’s strength when nations collectively show muscle in mounting geopolitical tensions.
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni, 81, after winning a seventh term with 72 percent of the votes, branded the opposition as “terrorists” in his victory speech. The election drew criticism over repression and an internet blackout. Opposition leader Bobi Wine’s whereabouts remain unclear after reporting a police raid, which authorities denied.
At least 6 people were killed and 38 remain missing after a massive fire at Gul Plaza Shopping Mall in Karachi caused part of the building to collapse. Several were injured, including firefighters, as rescue operations continued overnight. Leaders expressed grief while authorities warned the blaze remains intense, with fears many could still be trapped […]
Israel government approved a reform to streamline tourism infrastructure by merging the Old Acre and Nazareth Development Company into the Government Tourism Company, saving millions of shekels. The consolidated entity will oversee development, preservation, and heritage assets. The Dead Sea Protection Company will shift to finance-led protection projects only.
An encounter erupted in a forested area of Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, during a cordon-and-search operation on Sunday. Terrorists opened fire on security forces, triggering retaliation and a wider cordon with reinforcements rushed in. Sources say Jaish-e-Mohammed militants are trapped, though official confirmation on numbers and identities is awaited as operations continue.
Historian Ramchandra Morwanchikar passed away at 88 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, after a long illness. He led the History Department at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University and served as tourism director. Author of 16 books and nearly 200 research papers, including Pratisthan te Paithan, his last rites were held at Pratap Nagar crematorium.