January 11, 2026

Kashmir Cold Wave Deepens: Dal Lake Freezes as Temperatures Plunge Below Zero

Kashmir saw a harsh cold wave with freezing temperatures dropping as low as minus 8.6°C in Shopian. Dal Lake and other water bodies froze under clear skies during 'Chilla-i-Kalan', the 40-day cold spell ending January 30.

January 11, 2026

Uttarakhand Police Files FIR to Identify 'VIPs' in Ankita Bhandari Murder Case

Uttarakhand Police filed an FIR to identify VIPs linked to Ankita Bhandari's murder after the state urged a CBI probe. Political parties demand court-monitored investigation, and a bandh is planned Sunday.

January 11, 2026

Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar Keeps Ancient Puppet Art Alive with Vibrant Folk Shows

In Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, 250 families handcraft and perform Kathputli puppets, a traditional Rajasthani folk art. These colorful wooden dolls, celebrated for decades, tell tales of kings and heroes through lively street and stage shows.

January 11, 2026

Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar Keeps Ancient Puppet Art Alive with Vibrant Folk Shows

In Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, 250 families handcraft and perform Kathputli puppets, a traditional Rajasthani folk art. These colorful wooden dolls, celebrated for decades, tell tales of kings and heroes through lively street and stage shows.

January 11, 2026

Australia Faces Devastating Bushfires After Severe Heatwave, 350,000 Hectares Burned

Australia's southeast is battling fierce bushfires after a severe heatwave. Over 80 homes and hundreds of structures were lost, and thousands forced to evacuate. Authorities warn fires may burn for weeks amid continued emergency efforts.