Saturday, January 17, 2026

'Supriya dreamed of becoming nurse’: Indian-origin man Vikrant Thakur admits killing wife in Australia court, pleads not guilty to murder January 17, 2026 at 12:30AM

An Indian-origin man, Vikrant Thakur, confessed to killing his wife, Supriya Thakur, in Adelaide, Australia. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter and not guilty to murder. Supriya was found dead on December 21, and a fundraiser has been set up for their son.

Saudi Arabia: Self-employed expats could face 50,000 riyal fine, jail and deportation January 16, 2026 at 10:23PM

Expats in Saudi Arabia working self-employed were reminded to comply with residency, labour, and border laws. Non-compliance can result in fines up to 50,000 riyals, six months’ imprisonment, and deportation. On January 12, the Ministry of Interior reminded the public of these rules and explained how breaches can be reported confidentially via 911 (major regions) or 999 (other areas)