Daily News Digest: National, Global, Business & Sports Updates for Jan 9, 2026

• National: Ecologist Madhav Gadgil passes away; ED probes job scam; NCB seizes Rs 2,000 Cr drugs; Census 2027 houselisting begins April 2026; 6.5 crore names removed from voter lists.
• International: US plans Russia sanctions, exits 66 global bodies; India-EU ties to strengthen; China hosts Latin American leaders; Sri Lanka warns of Bay of Bengal depression.
• Business: India's economy nears $4T; Air India receives first Dreamliner; Warner Bros rejects Paramount bid; Torrent Pharma plans $1.4B bond sale for acquisition.
• Sports: Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier in Nepal; Jinson Johnson retires; Australia wins Ashes 4-1; Chelsea appoints Liam Rosenior as new manager.

Why It Matters: Comprehensive daily news covering national, international, business, and sports for student awareness.