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Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams retires after stellar 27-year career
Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams, a record-holder with 608 days in space and nine spacewalks, has retired after 27 years, capping a career marked by leadership, endurance and historic missions
 "Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams retires after stellar 27-year career")
IMD forecasts rain, snow, and thunderstorms across Northwest India
IMD has forecast a week-long wet spell over western Himalayas from Jan 20, heavy snow in Kashmir on Jan 22-23, rain across northwest plains with thunderstorms, fog, and a dry spell in South India
 "IMD forecasts rain, snow, and thunderstorms across Northwest India")
4 dead, 68,000 detained: Inside a deadly US immigration crackdown
Four people have died in ICE custody in early 2026, following a record number of detainee deaths and a sharp expansion of detention last year
 "4 dead, 68,000 detained: Inside a deadly US immigration crackdown")
Budget 2026: No big-bang cuts but some relief likely for salaried class
Tax experts say the Centre is expected to strengthen the new tax regime through slab rationalisation and higher rebates rather than expanding deductions
 "Budget 2026: No big-bang cuts but some relief likely for salaried class")
India asks officials' families to return from Bangladesh ahead of polls
The step comes weeks ahead of Bangladesh's parliamentary elections, as authorities review safety arrangements for Indian personnel stationed there
 "India asks officials' families to return from Bangladesh ahead of polls")
Core sector growth slows to 3.7% in December on lower oil, gas output
However, core sector growth improved on a month-on-month basis in December, led by higher cement, steel, fertiliser and electricity output
 "Core sector growth slows to 3.7% in December on lower oil, gas output")
Grap IV lifted in Delhi-NCR as air quality shows marginal improvement
CAQM revoked Stage IV actions under the revised GRAP after Delhi's AQI improved to 378. It said Stages I, II and III curbs will continue across the NCR
 "Grap IV lifted in Delhi-NCR as air quality shows marginal improvement")
How anaemia, thyroid disorders and periods form a vicious cycle for women
Heavy periods, iron deficiency and thyroid imbalance can quietly reinforce each other. Experts outline why women remain undiagnosed for years and what needs to change
 "How anaemia, thyroid disorders and periods form a vicious cycle for women")
Canada adds 5,000 permanent residency spots for French-speaking immigrants
Extra permanent residence spaces will be routed through provincial nominee programmes as Ottawa lifts Francophone targets beyond Quebec
 "Canada adds 5,000 permanent residency spots for French-speaking immigrants")
Walmart-backed payments major PhonePe gets Sebi approval for IPO
Sebi approval comes months after PhonePe confidentially filed its draft papers for the listing, aiming to raise up to ₹12,000 crore, according to a Business Standard report from September 2025
 "Walmart-backed payments major PhonePe gets Sebi approval for IPO")
All emergencies, one number: Delhi rolls out '112' helpline under ERSS
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced ERSS 2.0, under which citizens can dial 112 for police, fire, ambulance and disaster help, ending the need to remember multiple emergency numbers
 "All emergencies, one number: Delhi rolls out '112' helpline under ERSS")
Rising scabies cases across the UK raise fresh public health concerns
Once considered a disease of the past, scabies is affecting more people in the UK, with doctors highlighting how stigma and delayed treatment are worsening outbreaks
 "Rising scabies cases across the UK raise fresh public health concerns")
US, Europe to find way out of Greenland dispute: American Treasury chief
Bessent played down fears of escalation after Donald Trump announced tariffs on imports from European allies that oppose US control of Greenland
 "US, Europe to find way out of Greenland dispute: American Treasury chief")
IndiGo assures DGCA of operational stability, no cancellations from Feb
Last week, the DGCA had imposed a penalty of ₹22.20 crore on IndiGo, issued warnings to senior executives, and directed the airline to remove the head of its operations control from his duties
 "IndiGo assures DGCA of operational stability, no cancellations from Feb")
Trump calls out Britain's 'great stupidity' over Chagos Islands handover
In a Truth Social post, Trump argued that such decisions make it necessary for the US to acquire Greenland
 "Trump calls out Britain's 'great stupidity' over Chagos Islands handover")
Budget decoded: How the government's plan shapes your family finances
From taxes and loans to savings, here's how Budget numbers affect homes
 "Budget decoded: How the government's plan shapes your family finances")
Green card holders beware: These 10 mistakes can cost you US residency
From long trips abroad to tax lapses, immigration lawyer warns that routine missteps can now put US green card holders at real risk
 "Green card holders beware: These 10 mistakes can cost you US residency")
Bringing parents to Canada in 2026: What Indian families should know
Key rules, timelines and eligibility for Canada's family programmes
 "Bringing parents to Canada in 2026: What Indian families should know")
US control of Greenland necessary for global security, says Donald Trump
Trump also posted two pictures suggesting full control over Greenland. One of the photos showed Canada, Greenland and Venezuela as part of the US
 "US control of Greenland necessary for global security, says Donald Trump")
Digital 'tap & go payment explained: Check benefits & security features
Advanced tokenisation and biometric locks ensure the payment method's convenience does not come at the cost of security
 "Digital 'tap & go payment explained: Check benefits & security features")