Tata Punch Facelift 2026 to Get Turbo-Petrol Engine, ADAS, and New FeaturesTata Motors has released a new teaser of the Tata Punch new model 2026, giving us a clearer look at its updated interior and confirming a major mechanical upgrade. Also Read: January 2026 New Car Launches - Full ListTurbo-Petrol Engine Confirmed for Punch FaceliftOne of the biggest updates for the 2026 Tata Punch is the addition of a turbo-petrol engine. New Interior Features RevealedThe latest teaser shows several cabin upgrades for the Tata Punch 2026 model. ADAS Confirmed for Tata Punch FaceliftA major highlight of the Punch facelift 2026 is the presence of a front-facing camera and a visible RADAR sensor in the lower bumper. Tata Punch Facelift 2026 Launch Date and Price ExpectationTata Punch facelift 2026 release date is confirmed as January 13, 2026.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate the matter. Less than a week after the widely reported altercation, another passenger, Comfort Emmanson, was filmed confronting airport workers at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. While the Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria stood by the revised fees, AON argued that the proposed 300 per cent hike was unacceptable. The major local ground handling companies include NAHCO, SAHCO, Precision Aviation Handling Company Limited, Butake Resources Limited, and Swissport Nigeria. Earlier in the year, ground handling firms under the Aviation Ground Handling Association of Nigeria reportedly reached a consensus to increase handling charges, citing rising inflation and increased operating costs.

Options being considered, they said, include convening a National Executive Committee meeting or holding another national convention. As a result, INEC has declined to recognise any individual as the PDP candidate for the Ekiti election. He said, “With the recent position taken by INEC and its meetings with both factions, it has become increasingly clear that party leaders need to shift ground and find a way to resolve the crisis. “The crisis originally stemmed from party structure, and some of these issues will be discussed among party leaders. “Our leaders — Saraki, party leaders in the House of Representatives and Senate, NEC members and even Board of Trustees members — are involved in leading the reconciliation.

The new Secretary to the State Government, Benibo Anabraba. Photo: ChannelsThe Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Benibo Anabraba, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party. His resignation was contained in a letter dated January 5, 2026, and addressed to the PDP Chairman, Ward 1, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of the state. The letter was submitted through the party’s ward office at Bob-Manuel’s Compound, Abonnema, the council headquarters in Rivers State. According to the letter, Anabraba said his decision to leave the main opposition party was “personal.

Tata Motors is gearing up to introduce the Tata Punch facelift on January 13 in India, as one of the major products in the country. The upcoming Tata Punch facelift has been already teased through videos on the company's social channel. Tata Punch facelift: Revamped design The Tata Punch facelift will come with significant design changes. Tata Punch facelift: Enhanced feature list The Tata Punch facelift will come with a front camera underneath the Tata brand logo at the front, which hints the SUV will come with a 360 degree surround view camera setup. Tata Punch facelift: Safety in focus Tata Punch is known as one of the safest affordable cars in India.

AdvertisementTata Motors has confirmed that the facelifted version of the Tata Punch will make it’s debut in India on January 13, 2026. This will be the first major update the Tata Punch will receive since it’s launch in 2021. It is being suspected that the interior of the Tata Punch facelift will align with that of the Punch EV that was launched last year. AdvertisementHowever, this will be all the facelifted Tata Punch will receive as no changes will be made in terms of mechanical features. Upon it’s launch, the Tata Punch Facelift will rival against vehicles like the Hyundai Exter, Maruti Swift, Tata Tigor, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Citroen C3, and the Renault Triber.

Tata Motors has finally confirmed that the facelift version of its highly popular Punch micro-SUV will be launched on January 13th, 2026. Interestingly, the SUV will also receive a turbocharged petrol engine this time. 2026 Tata Punch Facelift – What To Expect? New Petrol Engine ConfirmedTata has recently teased the Punch Facelift with a turbocharged engine. Interior and FeaturesWhile we are yet to see the interior layout of the new Tata Punch, it is expected to be slightly revamped to accomodate a larger floating infotainment system.

In the works for some time, test mules of Tata Punch facelift have been spotted on several occasions in the past few months. In the first teaser, Tata indicated changes in exterior styling for the upcoming Punch. The short clip confirms that the Punch facelift will be offered in a new iTurbo iteration, similar to the erstwhile Altroz iTurbo. Tata Punch Facelift: Turbo Petrol Engine On CardsIn both these applications, this 1.2-litre turbo petrol mill churns out 118 bhp and 170 Nm of peak torque. We expect this engine to deliver the same output in the upcoming Tata Punch iTurbo.

The NHL made its decision about whether supplemental discipline was necessary for Johnny Beecher sucker-punching Michael McCarron. The Flames forward was suspended for one game for roughing McCarron, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced Sunday. Beecher and McCarron were paired up in a scrum and Beecher sucker-punched McCarron as the officials were trying to separate everyone. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported the 24-year-old might end up missing more than one game due to being injured. Beecher began the 2025-26 season with the Boston Bruins, but was placed on waivers and claimed by the Flames in November.

Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has confirmed he will return to the ring in 2026, reigniting speculation about a long‑awaited clash with Anthony Joshua. Return of the mac,” Fury wrote. Joshua, 36, returned to action in December 2025 after a 15‑month layoff, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round of their Miami bout. If Joshua is unavailable, Fury may instead pursue a trilogy fight with Usyk, who holds the WBC, WBA and IBF titles, or a contest with WBO champion Fabio Wardley. Victory in either bout would see Fury join Muhammad Ali in becoming a three‑time world heavyweight champion.

The Edo State Police Command on Saturday confirmed the abduction of two brothers in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state. The abduction of the two brothers, identified as Ibrahim and Tahir Abu, has reportedly thrown their Iyetse Clan, Utsogun Heritage Zone, into panic. Ibrahim, who is currently on his housemanship at Edo State Teaching Hospital, Auchi, was said to have been abducted with his brother while trying to access his residence after work on January 2. A family source said: “The abduction occurred in front of his residence, off City Pride Road, Ibira Camp, Auchi, Edo State, while he was attempting to open his gate after returning from work. She said, “Yes, this unfortunate incident was brought to the attention of the Edo State Police Command on 2nd January, 2026 at about 8:30pm.

The boat was carrying residents who had gone to the local market as well as some who were involved in fishing or farming when it capsized along the Yobe River in Yobe state's Garbi town on Saturday night, the Yobe emergency management agency said.

The Police Command in Benue said fire gutted the Mobile Police 13 (Mopol 13) Unit office complex of the Nigeria Police Force in Makurdi on Sunday morning. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Edet Udeme, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) by telephone. Udeme said the fire destroyed the office complex but refused to comment on the status of the armoury. I called my boss, who contacted the fire service, but the building was already engulfed,” the source said. NAN further reports that the office complex was cordoned off by police, preventing media and public access to the scene.

No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead, while 13 others sustained injuries in a road crash that occurred at Zangzat Roundabout, Langtang, in Langtang North Local Government Council of Plateau State on Sunday. The accident involved a trailer conveying marketers from Shendam to Jos through Langtang and happened at around 3 a.m. yesterday. The Executive Chairman of Langtang North Local Government Area, Hon. He notes that this unfortunate incident highlights the dangers associated with reckless driving and disregard for road safety regulations. The Local Government Council remains committed to collaborating with relevant agencies to safeguard lives and promote road safety across the local government area, the statement further read.

Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz maintained his goal-a-game record at the Africa Cup of Nations by scoring to take Morocco into the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Tanzania in Rabat on Sunday. The goal came after Morocco squandered numerous scoring chances while stretching an unbeaten run in competitive and friendly matches to 23. Morocco will face South Africa or Cameroon, who meet later on Sunday at a different Rabat venue, in the quarter-finals on Friday. Ayoub El Kaabi was the next Moroccan to come close, heading over before being injured in a collision with Masaranga. A goal seemed inevitable given the relentless pressure from the host nation, and it came thanks to Hakimi and Diaz.