India Hosts EU Leaders, Iran Airspace Closure

On January 16, 2026, India is hosting top EU leaders as chief guests for its 77th Republic Day celebrations, showing stronger diplomatic ties.

Iran closed its airspace due to ongoing protests, causing Air India and IndiGo to reroute flights and delay passengers.

NASA successfully evacuated an ailing astronaut from space, marking its first medical evacuation.

Former US President Donald Trump suggested potential US military intervention in Iran, sparking debate.

In Minneapolis, protests erupted after an ICE agent shot a Venezuelan man.

At the India Open badminton event, a match was halted when a bird dropping landed on the court.

Farmers and analysts are concerned about unimplemented farm sector promises from the 2026 Union Budget.

Major IT firms reported margin pressure due to new labour codes.

The Indian government mandated that all colleges and universities form equity committees to prevent discrimination.

France expanded its 'Classes Internationales' programme to seven countries, offering more opportunities for international students.