"The most wasted day of all is that on which we have not laughed."

Source: Nicolas Chamfort

"Thank you, God, for this good life and forgive us if we do not love it enough."

Source: Garrison Keillor

"We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us."

Source: E. M. Forster

"The quality, not the longevity, of one's life is what is important."

Source: Martin Luther King, Jr.

President Donald Trump reiterated his desire for US control of Greenland, citing Denmark's alleged failure to counter a Russian threat. He declared it was "time" for the acquisition, following a US strike on Venezuela. Both Danish and Greenlandic governments, along with EU leaders, have opposed the proposal, and Greenlanders protested.

Source: 'It is time & it will be done':...tch — what he said on 'Russian threat'

Source: ‘Old generation should step aside’: Gadkari backs leadership shift; pitches youth to take charge

President Trump's 'Board of Peace,' initially for Gaza, now appears poised for a broader global role, potentially rivaling the UN Security Council. A draft charter, circulated with invitations to countries like India and Canada, outlines a mission for conflict resolution and governance restoration. Membership requires a significant financial commitment, with initial leaders including Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner.

Source: India, Pakistan, Canada & more: $1 billion buys a seat on Trump’s ‘UN’ — who's invited?

The ICC is confident that all T20 World Cup visas for Pakistani origin players, staff, and officials will be secured on time. Despite some recent delays, including for England's spinners, the global body is actively working with Indian missions. Visas for several nations are already processed, with others scheduled soon, aiming for all clearances by January 31.

Source: T20 WC visas: ICC confident approvals on track; 42 Pakistani-origin apply

A United Airlines flight carrying 200 passengers and six crew members narrowly avoided a crash landing at Orlando International Airport on Sunday due to a mechanical issue. The aircraft's nose wheel appeared to detach during landing, blocking the runway. No injuries were reported, and efforts are underway to remove the plane.

Source: 'Mechanical issue': United flight narrowly avoids crash landing in Orlando; videos shows close-call

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in trade on Monday as fears of fresh Donald Trump tariffs spooked global markets. While Nifty50 went below 25,550, BSE Sensex was down 600 points.

Source: Stock market today: Nifty50 drops below 25,550; BSE Sensex down 600 points

Tragedy struck southern Spain as a high-speed train derailed, colliding with another service and claiming at least 21 lives. The incident, described as 'extremely strange' by the transport minister, occurred on a straight track. Rescue efforts are ongoing for those trapped, with rail traffic suspended. The cause remains under investigation.

Source: 'Felt like an earthquake': High-speed train derails, smashes into oncoming one in Spain

Iran's state television was briefly hijacked by anti-regime activists, broadcasting opposition messaging and protest footage featuring exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. The hack occurred amid weeks of unrest and a severe crackdown, with authorities blaming foreign adversaries for fueling the demonstrations.

Source: Iran's ‘full-scale war’ warning...clares ‘I will return’— key points

Virat Kohli's magnificent 124 in the series decider against New Zealand, though in a losing effort, cemented his legendary status. This 54th ODI century, his seventh against the Kiwis, saw him rewrite multiple records, including most international hundreds against them and highest runs at No.3 in ODIs. Despite India's loss, Kohli's consistent brilliance shone through.

Source: IND vs NZ: Kohli keeps taking giant strides - all the big records India’s run-machine set

American influencer Nick Sortor reported being robbed by a group of Somali men in Minneapolis, claiming his camera was stolen and he was dragged. The FBI has confirmed involvement, stating an investigation is under way. Sortor expressed defiance against the alleged perpetrators. This incident followed a pro-ICE rally led by January 6th participant Jake Lang.

Source: 'Dragged down sidewalk': US influencer 'robbed' by Somali thugs; incident caught on cam

Stock market recommendations: Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd recommends buying 60 One, and Canara HSBC Life as top stock picks for this week. Let’s take a look:

Source: Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for the week starting January 19 - check list

Budget 2026 doesn’t need fireworks. It needs fine-tuning. Fewer forms, fairer taxes, clearer rules, and smarter incentives could go a long way in making taxation less intimidating—and more humane.

Source: Budget 2026 for taxpayers: Five fixes that can make taxes less taxing - explained

Gautam Buddh Nagar schools will now operate from 10 AM to 3 PM starting January 19, 2026, due to dense fog and severe cold. This decision aims to protect students amidst poor morning visibility. The revised timings apply to all government and private institutions across the district, as authorities prioritize student safety amid worsening air quality and low temperatures.

Source: UP school timings revised in Gautam Buddh Nagar due to fog - check official notice

Delhi-NCR choked under a severe smog and fog blanket Monday, with air quality hitting 'severe-plus' in several areas. Flights faced delays as the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared, with PM2.5 levels reaching alarming peaks. Experts cite local emissions and stagnant air for the dangerous spike, posing significant health risks.

Source: Delhi chokes again: AQI 'severe' at 418; flights ops hit due to dense fog

Despite a 41-run series-deciding loss to New Zealand, Indian captain Shubman Gill acknowledged Virat Kohli's stellar 54th ODI century as a significant positive. Gill admitted the team needs improvement in several areas, highlighting the valuable contributions of Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy as the focus shifts towards future combinations and the World Cup.

Source: IND vs NZ: Kohli’s century stands out in defeat; Gill calls for introspection

A fierce gun battle in Kishtwar's remote forests left eight Army personnel injured on Sunday. Security forces engaged two to three suspected foreign terrorists during a search operation. Reinforcements have been deployed, and a massive hunt is underway to neutralize the militants. This marks the third encounter in the Jammu region this year, with intensified operations ahead of Republic Day.

Source: Operation Trashi-I: Gunfight breaks out in J&K’s Kishtwar; 8 Army personnel injured

SPC - No watches are valid as of Mon Jan 19 02:31:02 UTC 2026
No watches are valid as of Mon Jan 19 02:31:02 UTC 2026.
https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/watch/

SPC - No MDs are in effect as of Mon Jan 19 02:31:02 UTC 2026
No Mesoscale Discussions are in effect as of Mon Jan 19 02:31:02 UTC 2026.
https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/md/

Small magnitude 3.9 earthquake 32 miles southeast of Unalaska, Alaska, United States

An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 occurred in the afternoon on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, at 5:06 pm local time near Unalaska, Aleutians West, Alaska, USA, as reported by the United States Geological Survey.
According to preliminary data, the quake was located at a moderately shallow depth of 28 miles. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth of the quake might be revised within the next few hours or minutes as seismologists review data and refine their calculations, or as other agencies issue their report.
Our monitoring service identified a second report from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) which listed the quake at magnitude 3.9 as well.
Towns or cities near the epicenter where the quake might have been felt as very weak shaking include Unalaska (pop. 4,500) located 32 miles from the epicenter, Dutch Harbor (pop. 4,400) 33 miles away, and Akutan (pop. 1000) 40 miles away.

Earthquake data:
Date & time: Jan 19, 2026 02:06 am (Universal Time) local time (19 Jan 2026 02:06 GMT)
Magnitude: 3.9
Depth: 44.86 km
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 53.56°N / 165.94°W (Aleutians West, Alaska, United States)
Primary data source: USGS
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/292297/Small-magnitude-39-earthquake-32-miles-southeast-of-Unalaska-Alaska-United-States.html

Light mag. 3.9 earthquake - 52 km SE of Unalaska, Alaska, on Monday, Jan 19, 2026, at 02:06 am (Universal Time)

https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquakes/quake-info/22629815/mag3quake-Jan-19-2026-Fox-Islands-Aleutian-Islands.html

A 27-year-old software engineer tragically lost his life after his SUV plunged into a deep, unbarricaded pit on a foggy night in Noida. Despite a desperate struggle for survival and attempts by rescuers, the dense fog and the pit's depth hampered efforts. The incident highlights severe safety lapses at the construction site, leading to legal action against the builders.

Source: ‘Only a thin ray of light’: Noi... in abandoned pit; authority cracks whip