Jammu and Kashmir's Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary denounced demands for Jammu's separate statehood, labeling them a «Pakistani and ISI agenda» and accusing proponents of «playing into Pakistan's hands.» He asserted that those genuinely believing in India would want Jammu and Kashmir to remain united, a sentiment echoed by National Conference leaders who have historically sacrificed for the region's integrity.

Kashmir anticipates much-needed snowfall from Thursday, breaking a prolonged dry spell. The IMD warns of potential landslides and travel disruptions, urging caution. Residents are eagerly awaiting the snow as temperatures remain frigid. Two western disturbances are expected to bring heavy snowfall and rainfall, with peak activity on January 23rd and 27th, offering relief after several dry Decembers and Januarys.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah expressed doubt that most Kashmiri Pandits would return to live permanently in the valley, stating they are free to come back. This statement drew sharp criticism from BJP politicians and Pandit groups, who are demanding a separate homeland and assert the 1990s exodus was forced, not voluntary.

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A 27-year-old man died on board a cruise ship docked in Singapore.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that they received a call for assistance at Marina Bay Cruise Centre at around 6.35am on Monday (Jan 19).He was found motionless on a cruise ship and was pronounced dead at the scene by an in-house doctor.The cruise ship is believed to be Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas, which docked at the Singapore port at 6.30am according to data from CruiseMapper.No foul play is suspected based on preliminary investigations, said the police. Investigations are ongoing.AsiaOne has reached out to Royal Caribbean for additional information.[[nid:727390]]dana.leong@asiaone.com

A 59-year-old pedestrian died of his injuries in hospital after being hit by a car at Ang Mo Kio on Monday (Jan 19) night.The incident occurred at the junction of Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 and Ang Mo Kio Avenue 4.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that they were alerted to the accident at 8.30pm.An eyewitness who was near the accident site told AsiaOne that he was riding along the park connector network at Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 when he heard a loud 'bang'.«When I looked back, the car and a man were on the HDB courtyard between Blocks 230 and 231,» he said.Other passersby also said that the man was crossing the road when the accident happened, though they are unclear of what led to it.Lois Koh, a 25-year-old enrolled nurse, told AsiaOne that she was passing by the area when she heard the collision and went to investigate.«That's why I'm a nurse, I cannot just stand there and do nothing,» she said.According to Koh, the pedestrian was «desperately trying to gasp for air» and «wasn't breathing» at one point.

The police arrested a 61-year-old man on Sunday (Jan 18) for his alleged involvement in a case of voluntarily causing grievous hurt. The police said on Monday (Jan 19) that the alleged incident took place at about 4.20pm on Sunday along Geylang Road, adding that the victim suffered severe head injuries after allegedly being punched by the man during a fight.He was identified through follow-up investigations and with the aid of police cameras.The man will be charged in court on Tuesday (Jan 20).If found guilty of voluntarily causing grievous hurt, he may be sentenced to jail of up to 10 years, and a fine or caning.editor@asiaone.com 

Un homme a été grièvement blessé ce lundi soir, lors d’une attaque de requin survenue sur une plage de Manly, au nord de Sydney. Il s’agit de la troisième attaque recensée en un peu plus de 24 heures dans les baies de la ville australienne.

India has expanded its greenhouse gas emission intensity reduction regime to include petroleum refinery, petrochemicals, textiles, and secondary aluminium sectors. Over 200 industrial units must now meet specific reduction targets by 2026-27, facing penalties for non-compliance. This move aligns with India's net-zero goals and climate action targets.

The Centre has notified rules for utilizing the Environmental Protection Fund, created from penalties for green law violations. The fund will support pollution control, environmental remediation, clean technology research, and capacity building for environmental bodies. States will receive 75% of collected penalties, with the Centre retaining 25% for green initiatives.

Defence projects crucial for national security in high-altitude areas near the China border, primarily in Ladakh and Sikkim, received clearance from an environment ministry panel. The National Board for Wildlife's standing committee approved 17 proposals, including border outposts and infrastructure, while emphasizing strict wildlife mitigation and environmental safeguards. The committee also cleared other public utility projects.

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This study provides an overview of the EU policy instruments, including Cohesion Policy Funds, that are used in disaster response and recovery. It assesses their contribution to strengthening resilience to climate change and to meeting disaster-relief and reconstruction needs. The study also examines how the ‘Build Back Better’ approach can be integrated into future Cohesion Policy to ensure that disaster-affected areas are rebuilt in a more resilient and sustainable manner. Recommendations are provided on how Cohesion Policy can be improved to support EU regions in responding to disasters. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the adoption, design, and impact of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Contracts for Difference (CfD) across the EU. It assesses current trends, market effects, and policy frameworks, and proposes actionable recommendations to resolve barriers to wider uptake. This document was provided by the Policy Department for Transformation, Innovation and Health at the request of the Industry, Research and Energy Committee (ITRE). Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP