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Vidarbha Clinches its Maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 ChampionsIn January 2026, the Vidarbha cricket team won its maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy (2025–26 season) title after defeating Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final held at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, Karnataka.What? Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 ChampionsWon by: Vidarbha cricket teamWhere? BCCI CoE in Bengaluru (Karnataka)Opponent: Saurashtra (by 38 runs)Key Performances: Match Score: Vidarbha scored 317 runs for 8 wickets in 50 overs and then bowled out Saurashtra for 279 runs in 48.5 overs to secure the win.Key Performances: Atharva Taide scored 128 runs off 118 balls and received the Player of the Match award. Yash Thakur secured 4 wickets for 50 runs.Aman Mokhade of Vidarbha received the Player of the Tournament award, scoring 814 runs in the series.About Vijay Hazare Trophy: It is India’s premier domestic 50-over One-Day cricket tournament, named after legendary Indian cricketer Vijay Hazare. The tournament, started in 2002-03, features state and regional teams competing in List A matches.
Vidarbha Clinches its Maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 ChampionsIn January 2026, the Vidarbha cricket team won its maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy (2025–26 season) title after defeating Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final held at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, Karnataka.What? Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 ChampionsWon by: Vidarbha cricket teamWhere? BCCI CoE in Bengaluru (Karnataka)Opponent: Saurashtra (by 38 runs)Key Performances: Match Score: Vidarbha scored 317 runs for 8 wickets in 50 overs and then bowled out Saurashtra for 279 runs in 48.5 overs to secure the win.Key Performances: Atharva Taide scored 128 runs off 118 balls and received the Player of the Match award. Yash Thakur secured 4 wickets for 50 runs.Aman Mokhade of Vidarbha received the Player of the Tournament award, scoring 814 runs in the series.About Vijay Hazare Trophy: It is India’s premier domestic 50-over One-Day cricket tournament, named after legendary Indian cricketer Vijay Hazare. The tournament, started in 2002-03, features state and regional teams competing in List A matches.
Vidarbha Clinches its Maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 ChampionsIn January 2026, the Vidarbha cricket team won its maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy (2025–26 season) title after defeating Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final held at the Board of Control for...
Padma Awardee Saina Nehwal Announced Retirement from Competitive BadmintonIn January 2026, Indian Olympic medallist, Padma Awardee and former world No. 1 Badminton player Saina Nehwal announced her retirement from competitive badminton, concluding a 21-year career.She was honored with Padma Shri in 2010 and Padma Bhushan in 2016 for her contribution in the field of Sports.What? Retirement from competitive badmintonBy Whom? Saina Nehwal, Olympic bronze medallist, former world No.1Last Competitive Match: Singapore Open 2023Awards: Padma Bhushan (2016), Padma Shri (2010), Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna (2009–10), Arjuna Award (2009)Achievements:Olympics: She clinched the bronze medal in women’s singles at the 2012 London Olympics in London, United Kingdom(UK), becoming the first Indian badminton player to win an Olympic medal.World Ranking: Became the first Indian woman to achieve World No. 1 ranking in singles in 2015.BWF Superseries: Won her first Badminton World Federation (BWF) Superseries title at the Indonesia Open in 2009 (Jakarta, Indonesia), the first for an Indian, and accumulated 10 Superseries titles including Singapore, Hong Kong, Denmark, Australia, China, and India Opens.Junior Titles: Won the World Junior Badminton Championships in 2008 and the Commonwealth Youth Games girls’ singles gold in 2008 in Pune, Maharashtra.Commonwealth Games: Secured gold in women’s singles at the 2010 New Delhi (Delhi) and 2018 Gold Coast editions in Australia.BWF GP Titles: Claimed 10 BWF Grand Prix (GP) titles including Philippines, Chinese Taipei, India, Swiss, Thailand, Syed Modi, and Malaysia Masters.Awards: Padma Bhushan (2016): Awarded March 28, 2016, by President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan for her 2015 World No. 1 ranking, China Open Superseries Premier winPadma Shri (2010): Conferred April 2010 (age 20) as first badminton player with this honor, recognizing 2009 Indonesia Open gold (first Indian Super Series win) and Commonwealth Games success.Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2009): India’s highest sporting honor, awarded 2009 (age 19) for historic rise from world rank 100+ to top 10, Indonesia Open victory. First badminton player; only second woman after Karnam Malleswari.
Padma Awardee Saina Nehwal Announced Retirement from Competitive BadmintonIn January 2026, Indian Olympic medallist, Padma Awardee and former world No. 1 Badminton player Saina Nehwal announced her retirement from competitive badminton, concluding a 21-year career.She was honored with Padma Shri in 2010 and Padma Bhushan in 2016 for her contribution in the field of Sports.What? Retirement from competitive badmintonBy Whom? Saina Nehwal, Olympic bronze medallist, former world No.1Last Competitive Match: Singapore Open 2023Awards: Padma Bhushan (2016), Padma Shri (2010), Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna (2009–10), Arjuna Award (2009)Achievements:Olympics: She clinched the bronze medal in women’s singles at the 2012 London Olympics in London, United Kingdom(UK), becoming the first Indian badminton player to win an Olympic medal.World Ranking: Became the first Indian woman to achieve World No. 1 ranking in singles in 2015.BWF Superseries: Won her first Badminton World Federation (BWF) Superseries title at the Indonesia Open in 2009 (Jakarta, Indonesia), the first for an Indian, and accumulated 10 Superseries titles including Singapore, Hong Kong, Denmark, Australia, China, and India Opens.Junior Titles: Won the World Junior Badminton Championships in 2008 and the Commonwealth Youth Games girls’ singles gold in 2008 in Pune, Maharashtra.Commonwealth Games: Secured gold in women’s singles at the 2010 New Delhi (Delhi) and 2018 Gold Coast editions in Australia.BWF GP Titles: Claimed 10 BWF Grand Prix (GP) titles including Philippines, Chinese Taipei, India, Swiss, Thailand, Syed Modi, and Malaysia Masters.Awards: Padma Bhushan (2016): Awarded March 28, 2016, by President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan for her 2015 World No. 1 ranking, China Open Superseries Premier winPadma Shri (2010): Conferred April 2010 (age 20) as first badminton player with this honor, recognizing 2009 Indonesia Open gold (first Indian Super Series win) and Commonwealth Games success.Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2009): India’s highest sporting honor, awarded 2009 (age 19) for historic rise from world rank 100+ to top 10, Indonesia Open victory. First badminton player; only second woman after Karnam Malleswari.
Padma Awardee Saina Nehwal Announced Retirement from Competitive BadmintonIn January 2026, Indian Olympic medallist, Padma Awardee and former world No. 1 Badminton player Saina Nehwal announced her retirement from competitive badminton, concluding a ...
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Two New Rare Ant Fly Species Discovered in Delhi and Western GhatsIn January 2026, researchers from Kerala and Tamil Nadu (TN) reported the discovery of two new rare ant fly species, ‘Metadon ghorpadei’ and ‘Metadon reemeri’, found in Delhi’s Northern Ridge forest and the Siruvani Hills of the Western Ghats, respectively. This is the first discovery in over 100 years and shows the importance of protecting urban forest areas.Findings were published in international journal Zootaxa after morphological and Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) analysis.What? Two new ant fly species discovered in IndiaSpecies Name: Metadon ghorpadei & Metadon reemeriWhere? Delhi (Northern Ridge forest) & TN (Siruvani hills, Western Ghats)Research Published In: International journal Zootaxa.Sub Family: Microdontinae (Syrphidae)Special Feature: Myrmecophily – larvae live inside ant nestsAbout the Discovery of Two New Ant Fly Species:Classification: Both species belong to Microdontinae, a subfamily of Syrphidae (hoverflies).Behavior: Larvae are myrmecophilous, living in ant nests and feeding on ant brood; adults are rare and hard to detect.Species: India now has eight Metadon species, up from six; globally, 454 Microdontinae species exist, 27 in India.Habitat: Metadon ghorpadei – Delhi Ridge, a disturbed urban forest; Metadon reemeri – Siruvani hills, Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot.Significance: The discovery reveals hidden biodiversity and calls for surveys, habitat protection, invasive species control, and studies on species divergence.
Two New Rare Ant Fly Species Discovered in Delhi and Western GhatsIn January 2026, researchers from Kerala and Tamil Nadu (TN) reported the discovery of two new rare ant fly species, ‘Metadon ghorpadei’ and ‘Metadon reemeri’, found in Delhi’s Northern Ridge forest and the Siruvani Hills of the Western Ghats, respectively. This is the first discovery in over 100 years and shows the importance of protecting urban forest areas.Findings were published in international journal Zootaxa after morphological and Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) analysis.What? Two new ant fly species discovered in IndiaSpecies Name: Metadon ghorpadei & Metadon reemeriWhere? Delhi (Northern Ridge forest) & TN (Siruvani hills, Western Ghats)Research Published In: International journal Zootaxa.Sub Family: Microdontinae (Syrphidae)Special Feature: Myrmecophily – larvae live inside ant nestsAbout the Discovery of Two New Ant Fly Species:Classification: Both species belong to Microdontinae, a subfamily of Syrphidae (hoverflies).Behavior: Larvae are myrmecophilous, living in ant nests and feeding on ant brood; adults are rare and hard to detect.Species: India now has eight Metadon species, up from six; globally, 454 Microdontinae species exist, 27 in India.Habitat: Metadon ghorpadei – Delhi Ridge, a disturbed urban forest; Metadon reemeri – Siruvani hills, Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot.Significance: The discovery reveals hidden biodiversity and calls for surveys, habitat protection, invasive species control, and studies on species divergence.
Two New Rare Ant Fly Species Discovered in Delhi and Western GhatsIn January 2026, researchers from Kerala and Tamil Nadu (TN) reported the discovery of two new rare ant fly species, ‘Metadon ghorpadei’ and ‘Metadon reemeri’, found in Delhi’s Norther...
CCI Approvals on January 20, 2026On January 20, 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved two major acquisition proposals in the banking and steel sectors.Acquisition of up to 74% (minimum 51%) shareholding in RBL Bank Limited by Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C.)Acquisition of 50.01% equity share capital of Thriveni Pellets Private Limited by Tata Steel Limited (TSL)CCI also approved the proposed combination involving Bhushan Power and Steel Limited (BPSL), JSW Sambalpur Steel Limited (JSW Sambalpur), JFE Steel Corporation (JFE) and JSW Kalinga Steel Limited (JSW Kalinga).The deal involves a major restructuring to establish a 50:50 Joint Venture (JV) between JFE and JSW Steel Limited.About Competition Commission of India (CCI):Chairperson – Ravneet KaurHeadquarters – New Delhi, DelhiEstablished – 2003
CCI Approvals on January 20, 2026On January 20, 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved two major acquisition proposals in the banking and steel sectors.Acquisition of up to 74% (minimum 51%) shareholding in RBL Bank Limited by Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C.)Acquisition of 50.01% equity share capital of Thriveni Pellets Private Limited by Tata Steel Limited (TSL)CCI also approved the proposed combination involving Bhushan Power and Steel Limited (BPSL), JSW Sambalpur Steel Limited (JSW Sambalpur), JFE Steel Corporation (JFE) and JSW Kalinga Steel Limited (JSW Kalinga).The deal involves a major restructuring to establish a 50:50 Joint Venture (JV) between JFE and JSW Steel Limited.About Competition Commission of India (CCI):Chairperson – Ravneet KaurHeadquarters – New Delhi, DelhiEstablished – 2003
CCI Approvals on January 20, 2026On January 20, 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), approved two major acquisition proposals in the banking and steel sectors.Acquisition of up to 74% (minimu...
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Brand Finance Global 500 2026 Report: India’s Infosys Ranks Third; Accenture Topped;On January 20, 2026, Brand Finance released a report titled “Brand Finance Global 500 2026”. As per the report , Infosys ranked the world’s third most valuable Information Technology (IT) Services Brand, valued at USD 16.4 billion, with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 86.8 out of 100, achieving a 15% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last six years.Accenture’s top spot in the IT services category reflects its continued investments in technology, consulting and digital services.What? Brand Finance released Global 500 2026 Report for IT services brandFirst: Accenture (USD 42.2 billion)Second: TCS (USD 21.2 billion)Third: Infosys (USD 16.4 billion)Top 25 Brand Value: 167.2 billionKey Highlights of the Report:Other Top 3 IT services Brands: Accenture remains the world’s first IT services brand, valued at USD 42.2 billion with a BSI score of 90.7. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), valued at USD 21.2 billion (84.6) secured the second place for the fifth consecutive year and achieves AAA rating for the first time, indicating extremely strong brand.Top 25 Brand Value: The combined brand value of the world’s top 25 IT services brands stood at USD 167.2 billion in 2026.Other Indian IT Companies in the List: Indian IT Companies such as HCLTech, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, LTIMindtree, Persistent Systems, and Hexaware have secured place among the top 25.
Brand Finance Global 500 2026 Report: India’s Infosys Ranks Third; Accenture Topped;On January 20, 2026, Brand Finance released a report titled “Brand Finance Global 500 2026”. As per the report , Infosys ranked the world’s third most valuable Information Technology (IT) Services Brand, valued at USD 16.4 billion, with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 86.8 out of 100, achieving a 15% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last six years.Accenture’s top spot in the IT services category reflects its continued investments in technology, consulting and digital services.What? Brand Finance released Global 500 2026 Report for IT services brandFirst: Accenture (USD 42.2 billion)Second: TCS (USD 21.2 billion)Third: Infosys (USD 16.4 billion)Top 25 Brand Value: 167.2 billionKey Highlights of the Report:Other Top 3 IT services Brands: Accenture remains the world’s first IT services brand, valued at USD 42.2 billion with a BSI score of 90.7. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), valued at USD 21.2 billion (84.6) secured the second place for the fifth consecutive year and achieves AAA rating for the first time, indicating extremely strong brand.Top 25 Brand Value: The combined brand value of the world’s top 25 IT services brands stood at USD 167.2 billion in 2026.Other Indian IT Companies in the List: Indian IT Companies such as HCLTech, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, LTIMindtree, Persistent Systems, and Hexaware have secured place among the top 25.
Brand Finance Global 500 2026 Report: India’s Infosys Ranks Third; Accenture Topped;On January 20, 2026, Brand Finance released a report titled “Brand Finance Global 500 2026”. As per the report , Infosys ranked the world’s third most valuable Info...
American Biologist Toby Kiers Won 2026 Tyler Prize for Shedding Light on Hidden Fungal NetworkIn January 2026, renowned American biologist Dr. Toby Kiers was named the winner of 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, also known as ‘Nobel for the Environment’, in recognition of her groundbreaking research revealing the important role of mycorrhizal fungal networks in carbon cycling and nutrient exchange.She will officially receive the award at a ceremony scheduled for 23 April 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.What? Tyler Prize 2026 AnnouncedWho? American Biologist Dr.Toby KiersReceived Award for: Shedding Light on Hidden Fungal NetworkCash Prize: USD 250,000About Tyler Prize:Background: It is one of the 1st international premier environmental awards established in 1973 by the late John and Alice Tyler.The award recognises ‘exceptional’ scientific work in environmental science, health and energy that benefits humanity.Administered by: The award is administered by The University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, the United States of America (USA).Monetary Prize: The recipient of the award (i.e. any individual or organisation from any part of the world) receives a cash prize of USD 250,000.Total Recipients: Since 1974, the Tyler Prize has honored 88 laureates from 18 countries .Previous Winner: In 2025, Brazilian Eduardo Bronizio and Argentinian Sandra Diaz were honoured with Tyler Prize.
American Biologist Toby Kiers Won 2026 Tyler Prize for Shedding Light on Hidden Fungal NetworkIn January 2026, renowned American biologist Dr. Toby Kiers was named the winner of 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, also known as ‘Nobel for the Environment’, in recognition of her groundbreaking research revealing the important role of mycorrhizal fungal networks in carbon cycling and nutrient exchange.She will officially receive the award at a ceremony scheduled for 23 April 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.What? Tyler Prize 2026 AnnouncedWho? American Biologist Dr.Toby KiersReceived Award for: Shedding Light on Hidden Fungal NetworkCash Prize: USD 250,000About Tyler Prize:Background: It is one of the 1st international premier environmental awards established in 1973 by the late John and Alice Tyler.The award recognises ‘exceptional’ scientific work in environmental science, health and energy that benefits humanity.Administered by: The award is administered by The University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, the United States of America (USA).Monetary Prize: The recipient of the award (i.e. any individual or organisation from any part of the world) receives a cash prize of USD 250,000.Total Recipients: Since 1974, the Tyler Prize has honored 88 laureates from 18 countries .Previous Winner: In 2025, Brazilian Eduardo Bronizio and Argentinian Sandra Diaz were honoured with Tyler Prize.
American Biologist Toby Kiers Won 2026 Tyler Prize for Shedding Light on Hidden Fungal NetworkIn January 2026, renowned American biologist Dr. Toby Kiers was named the winner of 2026 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, also known as ‘Nobel fo...
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Moody’s Projects India’s FY26 GDP Growth at 7.3%, Supporting Rise in Household IncomesIn January 2026, Global credit rating agency, Moody’s Ratings projected that India will record a robust Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of 7.3% in Financial Year 2025-26 (FY26), higher than 6.5% growth rate registered in FY25.It further highlighted that the robust economic expansion of the country is expected to support average household incomes and boost demand for insurance protection.What? Moody’s Ratings Projected India’s GDP for FY26FY26 : 7.3%, up from 6.5% in FY25Impact: To support average household incomes; support demand for insuranceGDP per capita: USD 11,176 in FY25, 8.2% YoY growthInsurance Sector Performance (Apr–Nov FY26):Total premiums: Rs 10.9 lakh croreHealth premiums: +14%Life new business premiums: +20%Total premiums: Rs 10.9 lakh croreHealth premiums: +14%Life new business premiums: +20%Key Findings:Income Growth: India’s GDP per capita rose 8.2% year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to reach USD 11,176 in FY25.India’s Insurance sector: Moody’s in its report on India’s insurance sector highlighted that the sector is expected to benefit from sustained premium growth which is supported by strong economic expansion, increased digitisation, tax reforms,and a planned reform of the dominant state-owned insurance sector.Insurance Sector Growth: India’s strong economic expansion drove a 17% rise in total insurance premium revenue, reaching Rs 10.9 lakh crore during April–November 2025‑26.Health insurance premiums grew by 14%, while life new business premiums surged 20%.This represents an acceleration compared to FY25, when total premiums had grown 7%, reaching Rs 11.9 lakh crore.Reforms in Insurance Sector: The firm highlighted certain measures taken by the Government of India (GoI) such as: selling a minority stake in Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and re-capitalizing some state-owned companies to improve their performance. These measures aim to enhance the profitability of state-owned insurersIn addition to these measures, the GoI has increased the limit on foreign investment in Indian insurance companies from 74% to 100%, and is expected to provide additional financial flexibility.About Moody’s Ratings:President- Michael WestHeadquarters- New York, the United States of America (USA)Founded- 1909
Indian-Origin NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires After 27 Years of ServiceOn January 21, 2026, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Lyn Williams retired from service effective December 27, 2025, marking the end of a 27-year illustrious career in human space exploration.In 2008, she was conferred with the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian award, in the field of Science and Engineering.About Sunita Williams:Profile: She was born on September 19, 1965, in Ohio, the United States of America (USA). She is a former Navy officer of the USA, who became one of NASA’s most experienced and accomplished space explorers.Space Career: In 1998, She was selected by NASA as an astronaut candidate. She trained in spacecraft systems, robotics, T-38 jet flight, survival training, and Russian space operations, preparing for long-duration missions to the International Space Station (ISS). She trained in Russia on the ISS program and worked on the station’s robotic arms.Space Expeditions: She completed three space missions during her 27-year career: Expedition 14/15, Expedition 32/33 aboard the International Space Station (ISS), and the Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test mission.Achievements & Records:Time in Space: She has logged 608 days in space across her three missions, making her second on NASA’s list for cumulative time in orbit.She is jointly ranked sixth for the longest single spaceflight by an American, alongside NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, with both spending 286 days in space during the Boeing Starliner and SpaceX Crew-9 missions.Spacewalks: She performed nine spacewalks totaling 62 hours and 6 minutes, the most spacewalk time by a woman and fourth overall in NASA history.First Marathon in Space: During her first mission, she ran the first marathon ever in space on a treadmill aboard the ISS, completing the Boston Marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers (kms).
Indian-Origin NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires After 27 Years of ServiceOn January 21, 2026, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Lyn Williams retired from service effective December 27, 2025, marking the end of a 27-year illustrious career in human space exploration.In 2008, she was conferred with the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian award, in the field of Science and Engineering.About Sunita Williams:Profile: She was born on September 19, 1965, in Ohio, the United States of America (USA). She is a former Navy officer of the USA, who became one of NASA’s most experienced and accomplished space explorers.Space Career: In 1998, She was selected by NASA as an astronaut candidate. She trained in spacecraft systems, robotics, T-38 jet flight, survival training, and Russian space operations, preparing for long-duration missions to the International Space Station (ISS). She trained in Russia on the ISS program and worked on the station’s robotic arms.Space Expeditions: She completed three space missions during her 27-year career: Expedition 14/15, Expedition 32/33 aboard the International Space Station (ISS), and the Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test mission.Achievements & Records:Time in Space: She has logged 608 days in space across her three missions, making her second on NASA’s list for cumulative time in orbit.She is jointly ranked sixth for the longest single spaceflight by an American, alongside NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, with both spending 286 days in space during the Boeing Starliner and SpaceX Crew-9 missions.Spacewalks: She performed nine spacewalks totaling 62 hours and 6 minutes, the most spacewalk time by a woman and fourth overall in NASA history.First Marathon in Space: During her first mission, she ran the first marathon ever in space on a treadmill aboard the ISS, completing the Boston Marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers (kms).
Indian-Origin NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires After 27 Years of ServiceOn January 21, 2026, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Lyn Williams retired from service effective Dece...
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Numbeo Safety Index 2026: Mangaluru Ranked Safest City in India; Qingdao Tops GloballyIn January 2026, according to Numbeo Safety Index 2026 rankings by Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database, Mangaluru (Karnataka) emerged as the safest city in India, securing the 46th rank globally with a safety score of 74.4.Qingdao (Shandong, China) topped the global list with an exceptional safety score of 89.2, followed by Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates, UAE) in second place with 88.9, and Doha (Qatar) in third place with 84.5.Performance of the Cities:Other Top 10 Cities Globally: Sharjah(United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked 4th globally with a score of 84.5, followed by Dubai in 5th place with 83.9.Taipei (Taiwan) ranked 6th with a score of 83.5, followed by Manama (Bahrain) at 7th (82.0). Muscat (Oman) secured the 8th position with 81.3, while the Netherlands featured prominently with The Hague (9th, 80.0) and Eindhoven (10th, 79.1) completing the global top ten.Top 3 Safest Cities in India: According to global safety rankings, Mangaluru(Karnataka) is the safest city in India, ranking 46th globally with a safety score of 74.4. It is followed by Ahmedabad (Gujarat) at 87th globally (68.5) and Jaipur (Rajasthan) at 106th (65.3).Most Unsafe City Globally: Pretoria (South Africa) was ranked at the bottom (304th) with a score of 18.2, preceded by Caracas (Venezuela) at 303rd (18.6) and Johannesburg(South Africa) at 302nd(19.2).Top Safest and Least Safe Countries:Top 10 Safest Countries Globally: The UAE tops the list with a safety index of 86.0, followed by Qatar and Andorra at 84.8 each. Taiwan ranks 4th (83.0), Macao (China) 5th (81.8), Oman 6th (81.6), Isle of Man 7th (79.1), Hong Kong (China) 8th (78.6), Armenia 9th (77.9), and Bahrain 10th (77.7).Least Safe Countries: According to Numbeo’s 2026 safety index, Papua New Guinea had a safety score of 19.1, Venezuela scored 19.6, and Haiti scored 19.9, placing all three among the least safe countries globally.
Numbeo Safety Index 2026: Mangaluru Ranked Safest City in India; Qingdao Tops GloballyIn January 2026, according to Numbeo Safety Index 2026 rankings by Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database, Mangaluru (Karnataka) emerged as the safest city in India, securing the 46th rank globally with a safety score of 74.4.Qingdao (Shandong, China) topped the global list with an exceptional safety score of 89.2, followed by Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates, UAE) in second place with 88.9, and Doha (Qatar) in third place with 84.5.Performance of the Cities:Other Top 10 Cities Globally: Sharjah(United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked 4th globally with a score of 84.5, followed by Dubai in 5th place with 83.9.Taipei (Taiwan) ranked 6th with a score of 83.5, followed by Manama (Bahrain) at 7th (82.0). Muscat (Oman) secured the 8th position with 81.3, while the Netherlands featured prominently with The Hague (9th, 80.0) and Eindhoven (10th, 79.1) completing the global top ten.Top 3 Safest Cities in India: According to global safety rankings, Mangaluru(Karnataka) is the safest city in India, ranking 46th globally with a safety score of 74.4. It is followed by Ahmedabad (Gujarat) at 87th globally (68.5) and Jaipur (Rajasthan) at 106th (65.3).Most Unsafe City Globally: Pretoria (South Africa) was ranked at the bottom (304th) with a score of 18.2, preceded by Caracas (Venezuela) at 303rd (18.6) and Johannesburg(South Africa) at 302nd(19.2).Top Safest and Least Safe Countries:Top 10 Safest Countries Globally: The UAE tops the list with a safety index of 86.0, followed by Qatar and Andorra at 84.8 each. Taiwan ranks 4th (83.0), Macao (China) 5th (81.8), Oman 6th (81.6), Isle of Man 7th (79.1), Hong Kong (China) 8th (78.6), Armenia 9th (77.9), and Bahrain 10th (77.7).Least Safe Countries: According to Numbeo’s 2026 safety index, Papua New Guinea had a safety score of 19.1, Venezuela scored 19.6, and Haiti scored 19.9, placing all three among the least safe countries globally.
Numbeo Safety Index 2026: Mangaluru Ranked Safest City in India; Qingdao Tops GloballyIn January 2026, according to Numbeo Safety Index 2026 rankings by Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database, Mangaluru (Karnataka) emerged as the safest city in Ind...
ILO’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 Projects Global Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 4.9% in 2026In January 2026, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) released its latest report titled ‘Employment and Social Trends 2026: World of Work Series’ in Geneva, Switzerland. As per the report, the global unemployment rate is projected to remain unchanged at 4.9% in 2026 which is equivalent to 186 million people/workers worldwide still lacking access to quality jobs and also, this global unemployment rate will continue to be the same till 2027.The report has further highlighted the wider global jobs gap (i.e. capturing people who want paid work but cannot access it) is expected to reach 408 million in 2026.Key Findings:Extreme Poverty: As per the report, the share of workers living in extreme poverty declined by 3.1 percentage points to 7.9% between 2015 and 2025.Nearly 300 million workers continue to live in extreme working poverty, earning less than USD 3 per day.Global Informality Rate: Between 2015 and 2025, the global rate of informality increased by 0.3 percentage points, after having declined in the previous decade (2005-2015).Globally, 2.1 billion workers are projected to be informally employed in 2026.Global LFPR: The report has projected that the global Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)will decline by nearly 0.2 percentage points each year, reaching 60.5% in 2027.Demographic Shifts: The Global employment growth rate is estimated at 1.0% in 2026, which is slightly below the average of the previous decade.It also projected job growth will be 0.5% in upper middle-income countries compared to 1.8% in lower middle-income countries, and 3.1% in low-income countries.
ILO’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 Projects Global Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 4.9% in 2026In January 2026, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) released its latest report titled ‘Employment and Social Trends 2026: World of Work Series’ in Geneva, Switzerland. As per the report, the global unemployment rate is projected to remain unchanged at 4.9% in 2026 which is equivalent to 186 million people/workers worldwide still lacking access to quality jobs and also, this global unemployment rate will continue to be the same till 2027.The report has further highlighted the wider global jobs gap (i.e. capturing people who want paid work but cannot access it) is expected to reach 408 million in 2026.Key Findings:Extreme Poverty: As per the report, the share of workers living in extreme poverty declined by 3.1 percentage points to 7.9% between 2015 and 2025.Nearly 300 million workers continue to live in extreme working poverty, earning less than USD 3 per day.Global Informality Rate: Between 2015 and 2025, the global rate of informality increased by 0.3 percentage points, after having declined in the previous decade (2005-2015).Globally, 2.1 billion workers are projected to be informally employed in 2026.Global LFPR: The report has projected that the global Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)will decline by nearly 0.2 percentage points each year, reaching 60.5% in 2027.Demographic Shifts: The Global employment growth rate is estimated at 1.0% in 2026, which is slightly below the average of the previous decade.It also projected job growth will be 0.5% in upper middle-income countries compared to 1.8% in lower middle-income countries, and 3.1% in low-income countries.
ILO’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 Projects Global Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 4.9% in 2026In January 2026, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) released its latest report titled ‘Employment and Social Trends 2026: World of Work Series...
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