January 2, 2026

Arudrotsava Kalyanotsavams Begins at Sri Nataraja Swamy Temple in Vijayawada with Grand Rituals

The three-day Arudrotsava Kalyanotsavams started with vibrant rituals at the Sri Nataraja Swamy Temple in Vijayawada on January 2. The festival features pujas, homams, and a grand Nagarotsavam, attracting many devotees until January 4.

January 2, 2026

Cyberabad Police Warn Against Dangerous Nylon Chinese Manja Amid Rising Accidents

Cyberabad Police issue a strict warning against nylon Chinese manja as it causes serious accidents for riders and harms animals. The banned thread is illegal, with 53 cases filed in 2025. Citizens advised to use cotton strings and fly kites safely.

January 2, 2026

Captive Elephant Nellyakkattu Mahadevan Dies After Collapsing at Kerala Temple

Nellyakkattu Mahadevan, a 55-year-old captive elephant, collapsed and died at Thirunettoor Mahadeva temple in Maradu. The elephant showed uneasiness and was not paraded. Veterinary efforts failed, and a post-mortem is planned.

January 2, 2026

Deadly New Year’s Eve Fire at Swiss Ski Resort Bar Claims 40 Lives

A fire broke out at Le Constellation nightclub in Crans-Montana, Switzerland on New Year’s Eve, killing 40 and injuring 115. Photos show sparklers that may have sparked the blaze during crowded celebrations.

January 2, 2026

TTD Cuts Darshan Waiting Time Using AI Amid Vaikuntha Ekadasi Crowds

TTD launched an AI-powered Command and Control Centre to manage huge crowds during Vaikuntha Ekadasi at Tirumala. Over 67,000 devotees saw Lord Venkateswara daily with shorter waits and smooth flow. The smart system spots crowd build-ups and reroutes queues to avoid chaos. Plans to expand AI tech across all darshan streams are underway.