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Winter Storm Ezra Triggers Bomb Cyclone, Disrupts US Travel

January 03, 2026

Bomb Cyclone Batters the United States

A rapidly intensifying winter storm evolved into a powerful bomb cyclone across large parts of the United States on Monday, unleashing blizzard conditions, damaging winds and widespread power outages just days before the New Year holiday. Named Winter Storm Ezra, the system caused major disruptions across the Midwest, Great Lakes and East Coast during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

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Amazonian Stingless Bees Become World’s First Insects With Legal Rights

January 03, 2026

Historic Legal Recognition in Peru

In a landmark step for biodiversity protection, Amazonian stingless bees have become the first insects in the world to be granted legal rights. The recognition follows ordinances adopted by the municipalities of Satipo and Nauta in Peru. The move aims to safeguard these vital pollinators amid escalating threats from deforestation, climate change and forest fires across the Amazon rainforest.

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2026 to Mark New Era in Human Spaceflight with Gaganyaan and Artemis-II

January 02, 2026

2026: A Pivotal Year for Human Spaceflight

The year 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark moment for global human space exploration, with India and the United States preparing two transformative missions. India’s Gaganyaan G1 and NASA’s Artemis-II reflect rising technological ambition and a shift towards a more multipolar space order.

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Sri Lanka Honours Indian Navy for Swift Relief After Cyclone Ditwah

January 02, 2026

Sri Lanka Acknowledges India’s Humanitarian Support

Sri Lanka has formally recognised India’s rapid and large-scale humanitarian response following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, one of the country’s deadliest climate disasters in recent years. The acknowledgement underscores strong regional cooperation and India’s role as a first responder in the Indian Ocean region during emergencies.

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Assam Constitutes India’s First 8th State Pay Commission Ahead of 2026

January 02, 2026

Assam Takes the Lead on Pay Commission Reform

In a proactive administrative move, Assam has become the first state in India to constitute its 8th State Pay Commission, well ahead of the scheduled expiry of the 7th Pay Commission on January 1, 2026. The decision has drawn widespread attention from state government employees and pensioners, as it provides early direction on the next cycle of salary, allowance and pension revision.

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