Maduro says he is still the President of Venezuela, pleads not guilty in U.S. court
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to charges of narco-terrorism in a New York court on Monday (January 5, 2026), two days after being snatched along with his wife, Cilia Flores, by U.S. forces from Caracas. The judge ordered both Mr. Maduro and Ms. Flores, who likewise pleaded not guilty, to remain behind bars and set a new hearing date of March 17.
India launches new e-Business visa for Chinese nationals
India has introduced an e-Production Investment Business Visa called e-B-4 Visa that Chinese businessmen can apply for to travel to India for specific business activities, including installation and commissioning of equipment. A latest advisory on the Indian Embassy website in Beijing said the e-B-4 Visa, which was introduced on January 1, can be applied online without visiting the embassy or agents.
India urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran
