A SpaceX capsule carrying four astronauts has returned to Earth earlier than planned, splashing down safely in the Pacific Ocean off California. NASA says the mission was cut short due to a serious medical concern affecting one crew member. This marks the first medical evacuation in the history of the International Space Station — so what exactly happened in space?

A SpaceX capsule carrying four astronauts has returned to Earth earlier than planned, splashing down safely in the Pacific Ocean off California. NASA says the mission was cut short due to a serious medical concern affecting one crew member. This marks the first medical evacuation in the history of the International Space Station &mdash; so what exactly happened in space?

SpaceX crew returns to Earth ahead of schedule in NASA's first medical evacuation: What we know | Top News of Jan 15, 2026

The world is heating up faster than expected, and new data from European scientists suggests we may already be crossing a line governments once promised not to cross. 2025 has officially become the world’s third-warmest year on record.

The world is heating up faster than expected, and new data from European scientists suggests we may already be crossing a line governments once promised not to cross. 2025 has officially become the world&rsquo;s third-warmest year on record.

2025 ranks third-warmest year on record. Here’s why this matters | Top News of January 14, 2026

Blinkit, Swiggy and Zepto have built their brands on speed. But now, the government is asking them to slow down. So why has the Centre stepped in, and what changes are being forced on India’s biggest quick-commerce platforms?

Blinkit, Swiggy and Zepto have built their brands on speed. But now, the government is asking them to slow down.&nbsp;So why has the Centre stepped in, and what changes are being forced on India&rsquo;s biggest quick-commerce platforms?

No more ‘10-minute’ delivery promise: What govt told Blinkit, Swiggy & Zepto | Top News of January 13, 2026 

India’s space agency has begun 2026 with a setback. ISRO’s trusted PSLV failed to complete its mission after an anomaly during flight, leaving the fate of 16 satellites uncertain. So what exactly happened during the launch?

India&rsquo;s space agency has begun 2026 with a setback. ISRO&rsquo;s trusted PSLV failed to complete its mission after an anomaly during flight, leaving the fate of 16 satellites uncertain. So what exactly happened during the launch?

PSLV-C62 & stage 3 anomaly: What went wrong with ISRO’s first mission of 2026?

PSLV-C62 & stage 3 anomaly: What went wrong with ISRO’s first mission of 2026? | Top News of January 12, 2026 

The Enforcement Directorate has moved the Supreme Court, accusing the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of interfering with its investigation during recent raids in Kolkata. The case is linked to an alleged coal theft scam and has now turned into a major political and legal face-off — so what exactly happened, and why has the ED gone to the top court?

The Enforcement Directorate has moved the Supreme Court, accusing the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of interfering with its investigation during recent raids in Kolkata. The case is linked to an alleged coal theft scam and has now turned into a major political and legal face-off &mdash; so what exactly happened, and why has the ED gone to the top court?

I-PAC row: ED moves Supreme Court against West Bengal government — what is the issue?  | Top News of Jan 11, 2026

A staff member of Delhi’s Saket District Court died by suicide on Friday after jumping from the court complex building. The incident has shaken the legal community. So, what drove him to take this extreme step?

A staff member of Delhi&rsquo;s Saket District Court died by suicide on Friday after jumping from the court complex building. The incident has shaken the legal community. So, what drove him to take this extreme step?

 Delhi court staffer dies by suicide; did work pressure push him to the edge? | Top News of Jan 9, 2026

India has lost a scientist who spent a lifetime warning that nature would one day strike back. Madhav Gadgil mapped the dangers long before floods and landslides made headlines. As tributes pour in, a question lingers: why was one of India’s clearest environmental voices so often ignored? 

India has lost a scientist who spent a lifetime warning that nature would one day strike back. Madhav Gadgil mapped the dangers long before floods and landslides made headlines. As tributes pour in, a question lingers: why was one of India&rsquo;s clearest environmental voices so often ignored?&nbsp;

Madhav Gadgil: The ecologist India ignored at its own cost | Top News of Jan 8, 2026

A late-night demolition drive near a mosque in Old Delhi turned violent after rumours spread that the place of worship was being razed. Five police personnel were injured, arrests were made, and the incident has once again put the spotlight on bulldozer politics in the capital. So what exactly triggered the clash?

A late-night demolition drive near a mosque in Old Delhi turned violent after rumours spread that the place of worship was being razed. Five police personnel were injured, arrests were made, and the incident has once again put the spotlight on bulldozer politics in the capital. So what exactly triggered the clash?

Delhi bulldozer drive sparks violence near mosque. What happened and why? | Top News of Jan 7, 2026

On January 6, the Madras High Court gave a clear verdict on the Thiruparankundram hill issue. The court said a ceremonial lamp can be lit on top of the hill near the dargah. It rejected the Tamil Nadu government’s objections and criticised officials for exaggerating law and order fears. The judges said there was no proof that lighting the lamp would hurt peace or religious practice. So what exactly is this issue, and why has it sparked such a long dispute?

On January 6, the Madras High Court gave a clear verdict on the Thiruparankundram hill issue. The court said a ceremonial lamp can be lit on top of the hill near the dargah. It rejected the Tamil Nadu government&rsquo;s objections and criticised officials for exaggerating law and order fears. The judges said there was no proof that lighting the lamp would hurt peace or religious practice. So what exactly is this issue, and why has it sparked such a long dispute?

Imaginary law & order fear: Madras HC allows lamp lighting near Thiruparankundram dargah | Top News of Jan 6, 2025

The Supreme Court on Monday denied bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. The court said there was a prima facie case against them under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. While some co-accused were granted bail, why did the top court refuse relief to Khalid and Imam?

The Supreme Court on Monday denied bail to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. The court said there was a prima facie case against them under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. While some co-accused were granted bail, why did the top court refuse relief to Khalid and Imam?

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