India The Indian state government of Tamil Nadu lifts its ban on the sport of Jallikattu, following five days of protests by demonstrators against the ban.
French Socialist Party presidential primary, 2017 Benoît Hamon wins the first round of voting and will now face runner-up former Prime Minister of France Manuel Valls in a second round run-off on January 29.
Voting takes place in the first round of the French Socialist Party presidential primary to select a candidate to run in this year's presidential election.
Israeli settlers Following the inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States, Israel approves the construction of 566 new settlement homes in East Jerusalem.
Mauritian Prime Minister Mauritian Prime Minister Anerood Jugnauth announces his intention to resign on Monday and hand power over to his son, Pravind Jugnauth.
Rolling Oaks Mall A shootout between armed robbers and civilian bystanders at the Rolling Oaks Mall in San Antonio, Texas, U.S., leaves one dead and seven wounded.
January 21–22, 2017 tornado outbreak The death toll in the southern United States rises to 18 with the Governor of Georgia Nathan Deal declaring a state of emergency in seven counties.
Chile Chile has declared a state of emergency and requested international help to help deal with forest fires.
7.9 magnitude earthquake A 7.9 magnitude earthquake hits west of Panguna, Papua New Guinea, beneath Bougainville Island. No immediate reports of casualties or major damage. Tsunami alert for Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands is rescinded.